Fujitsu LifeBook S, LifeBook S2000 Series Manual

Copyright

Copyright

Fujitsu has made every effort to ensure the
accuracy and completeness of this document;
however, as ongoing development efforts are
continually improving the capabilities of our
products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of
the contents of this document.
We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or
future changes.

Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are
registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited.

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part of this publication may be copied,
reproduced, or translated, without prior written
consent of Fujitsu. No part of this publication may
be stored or transmitted in any electronic form
without the written consent of Fujitsu.

Wesbite: www.pc-ap.fujitsu.com

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.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions carefully . Sav e these
instructions for future reference.

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

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

4. Do not use this product near water.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged

or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or

water.
d. If the product does not operate normally

when the operating instructions are followed.

Adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions since improper

adjustment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require extensive

work by a qualified technician to restore the

product to normal condition.
e. If the product has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance, indicating a need for service.

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14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be

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

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

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High Safety Required Use

This Product is designed, developed and
manufactured as contemplated for general use,
including without limitation, general office use,
personal use, household use and ordinary
industrial use, but is not designed,developed and
manufactured as contemplated for use
accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless
extremely high safety is secured, could lead
directly to death, personal injury, se vere ph ysical
damage or other loss (hereinafter ‘High Safety
Required Use’), including without limitation,
nuclear power reactioncore control in nuclear
atomic facility, air plane automatic aircraft flight
control, air traffic control, operation control in
mass transport control system, medical
instrument for life support system, missile
launching control in weapon system. You shall
not use this Product without securing the
sufficient safety required for the High Safety
Required Use.

Data Storage Media and
Customer Responsibilities

The only effective protection for the data stored
in a computer, such as on a hard disk, is for y ou,
Purchaser to regularly back up the data. Fujitsu
and its affiliates, suppliers, service providers and
resellers shall not be responsible for any software
programs, data or other information stored or
used on any media or part of any Product
returned to Fujitsu or its service providers for
Warranty Service or other repair, including but
not limited to the costs of recovering such
programs, data or other information. It is solely
your responsibility as the Purchaser to back up
any software programs, data, or information
stored on any storage media or any part of a
Product returned for Warranty Service or repair
to the designated service centers.

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AUSTRALIAN
WARNINGS

WARNING

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

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

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

Call Attempts/Retries:

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

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

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NEW ZEALAND
WARNINGS

The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal
equipment indicates only that Telecom has
accepted that the item complies with minimum
conditions for connection to its network. It
indicates no endorsement of the product by
T elecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty.
Above all, it provides no assurance that an y item
will work correctly in all respects with another
item of Telepermitted equipment of a different
make or model, nor does it imply that any product
is compatible with all of Telecom’s network
services.

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

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

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

This equipment shall not be set to make
automatic calls to the Telecom “111” Emergency
Service.

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

For repeat calls to the same number.

There shall be no more than 10 call attempts
to the same number within any 30 minute
period for any single manual call initiation, and

The equipment shall go on-hook for a period
of not less than 30 seconds between the end
of one attempt and the beginning of the next
attempt.

For Automatic calls to different numbers.

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

For Automatically answered Incoming Calls

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

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

WARNING

CONNECTION OF NON CERTIFIED/
APPROVED PERIPHERALS MAY RESULT IN
THE EQUIPMENT OPERA TING OUTSIDE THE
NEW ZEALAND EMI STANDARDS.

This device is equipped with pulse dialing while
the New Zealand standard is DTMF tone dialing.
There is no guarantee that Telecom lines will
always continue to support pulse dialing. It is
strongly recommended that pulse dialing is not
used.

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Note: Modem setting in Windows

XP

A. If you are located in Australia

1. Click Start select Control panel select
"Phone and Modem Options".

2. Double click New Location.

3. Choose "Australia" in Country/region pull
down menu bar.

4. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”.

5. Click OK and Apply.

B. If you are located in New Zealand

1. Click start select Control panel select
"Phone and Modem Options".

2. Double click New Location.

3. Choose "New Zealand" in Country/region
pull down menu bar.

4. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”.

5. Click OK and Apply.

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Note:

The screens and illustrations shown in this
examples may slightly vary depending on the
operating environment that you have installed.

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Fujitsu LifeBook® S Series

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1

PREFACE

Preface

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

2

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Locating the Controls and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS .............7

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS ............8

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS..........9

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS ....................10

BOTTOM COMPONENTS ...........................12

Status Indicator Panel

POWER INDICATOR ...................................13

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR .......................... 13

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS ..................14

BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS .......... 14

OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR ......14

HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE OPTICAL

DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR ................. 14

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR ................. 14

NUMLK INDICATOR .................................... 15

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR ............................. 15

SCRLK INDICATOR..................................... 15

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD.............................16

NUMERIC KEYPAD ..................................... 16

WINDOWS KEYS ........................................17

CURSOR KEYS...........................................17

FUNCTION KEYS ........................................17

Touchpad Pointing Device

CLICKING .................................................... 18

DOUBLE-CLICKING .................................... 19

DRAGGING..................................................19

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT ......19

SCROLLING ................................................19

Volume Control

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME ................... 20

Flexible Bay Devices

REMOVING AND INSTALLING

MODULAR DEVICES ............................. 22

LifeBook Security/ Application Panel

SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK

SECURITY PANEL .................................23

PASSWORDS .............................................. 23

OPERA TING Y OUR LIFEBOOK

SECURITY/ APPLICATION PANEL ........24

PRECAUTIONS ........................................... 25

UNINST ALLING THE SECURITY

PANEL APPLICATION ............................ 25

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE

SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL .........26

3

GETTING STARTED WITH
YOUR LIFEBOOK
NOTEBOOK

Power Sources

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS .. 31

Display Panel

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL ................ 32

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL

BRIGHTNESS ........................................32

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL.................33

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Starting Your LifeBook Notebook

POWER ON ................................................. 34

BOOT SEQUENCE...................................... 34

BIOS SETUP UTILITY ................................. 34

Power Management

POWER/SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON .....36

SUSPEND MODE ........................................36

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK)

FEATURE ...............................................37

DISPLA Y TIMEOUT ..................................... 38

HARD DISK TIMEOUT ................................38

WINDOWS POWER MANAGEMENT ..........38

REST AR TING THE SYSTEM....................... 38

POWER OFF ...............................................38

4

USER-INSTALLABLE
FEATURES

Lithium ion Battery

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES ................41

REPLACING THE BATTERY .......................42

Optical Drive

LOADING MEDIA ON YOUR DRIVE ........... 45

REMOVING MEDIA ..................................... 45

PC Cards

INSTALLING PC CARDS .............................46

REMOVING PC CARDS ..............................46

Memory Upgrade Module

INSTALLING MEMORY UPGRADE

MODULES ..............................................48

TO REMOVE A MEMORY UPGRADE

MODULE ................................................49

CHECKING THE MEMORY CAPACITY.......49

Port Replicator

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS ....................50

FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS ..................51

A TTACHING THE PORT ..............................51

DETACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR ......51

Device Ports

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK..........52

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK .................... 52

PARALLEL PORT ........................................52

SERIAL PORT .............................................53

PS/2 PORT ..................................................53

DOCKING PORT .........................................53

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTS ............. 53

IEEE 1394 PORT (4-PIN TYPE) ..................53

INFRARED PORT........................................ 54

HEADPHONE JACK .................................... 54

MICROPHONE JACK .................................. 54

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT ..................... 55

5

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM....................59

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS ...............................59

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE .....................60

POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES ........ 71

6

CARING FOR YOUR
LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Care and Maintenance

BATTERIES .................................................78

MEDIA CARE............................................... 79

PC CARDS ..................................................79

7

GLOSSARY

GLOSSARY .................................................83

REGULATORY INFORMATION ...................90

NOTICE........................................................90

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APPENDIX: INTEGRATED
WIRELESS LAN USER’S
GUIDE

FCC REGULATORY INFORMATION ...........95

Before Using the Wireless LAN

FOR BETTER COMMUNICATIONS ............ 99

STOPPING TRANSMISSION ......................99

ST AR TING TRANSMISSION ....................... 99

Connection using Windows XP

FLOW OF OPERATIONS .............................100

PREPARATION FOR WIRELESS LAN

CONNECTION........................................ 100

CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK............102

Connection using Windows 2000

FLOW OF OPERATIONS .............................106

PREPARATION FOR WIRELESS LAN

CONNECTION........................................ 106

CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK............107

Troubleshooting the Wireless LAN

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................111

Wireless LAN Glossary

GLOSSARY .................................................114

IP address information

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...................... 116

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1

Preface

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LifeBook S Series - Section 1

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Preface

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook® S2000 notebook from Fujitsu is a
powerful mobile computer. It is pow ered by a Low
Voltage Mobile AMD Athlon XP-M
microprocessor, has a built-in color display, a
number of possible configurations, and brings the
computing power of desktop personal computers
(PCs) to a portable environment.

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

It comes with Microsoft Windows® XP Home,
Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000
Professional pre-installed.

The LifeBook S2000 notebook is a completely
self-contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT)
color LCD display . It has a powerful interf ace 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:
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold.

Example: Click OK to restart your LifeBook
notebook.

DOS commands you enter appear in Courier
type.

Example: Shutdown the computer?

(See page xx.)

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

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

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

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2

Getting to Know
Your LifeBook
NoteBook

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LifeBook S Series - Section 2

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Display Panel
Stereo Speaker
Status Indicator Panel
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
Stereo Speaker

Keyboard
Touchpad Pointing
Scroll Button

Right Button
Display Panel Latch
Left Button

Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook with display open

Locating the Controls
and Connectors

TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS

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

Display Panel Latch

The display panel latch locks and releases the
display panel.

Display Panel

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

Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows
keys.

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that
correspond to specific components of your
LifeBook notebook.

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Power/Suspend/Resume Button

The Pow er/Suspend/Resume button allows you
to suspend notebook activity without powering
off, resume your LifeBook notebook from
suspend mode, and power on your notebook
when it has been shut down from Windows.

Stereo Speakers

The built-in dual speakers provide stereo sound.

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like
cursor control with three buttons: tw o mouse-like
buttons, and a scroll button.

LifeBook Security/Application Panel

The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides
hardware security and one-touch application
launch capability.

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Headphone Jack

Microphone Jack

Air Vents

Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

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

Headphone Jack

The headphone jack allows you to connect
headphones or powered external speakers.

Microphone Jack

The microphone jack allows you to connect an
external mono microphone.

PC Card Slot

The PC Card Slot allows you to install one Type
II PC Card.

PC Card Slot

PC Card Eject Button

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Flexible Bay

(CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW drive/battery)

Anti-Theft Lock Slot

Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook right-side panel

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

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

Flexible Bay

The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the
following devices.

• Modular DVD drive

• Modular CD-ROM drive

• Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive

• Modular Lithium ion battery

• Weight Saver

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

The Flexible Ba y eject lever releases the Fle xible
Bay device.

Emergency T ray Release

The Emergency Tray Release allows you to open
the CD tray without powering on your LifeBook
notebook.

Anti-theft Lock Slot

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

Emergency Tray Release

Flexible Bay
Eject Lever

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Infrared Port

DC Power Jack

Modem

(RJ-11) Port

Wireless LAN Switch

External

Monitor Port

Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook back panel

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

Following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s back panel components.

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port

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

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.

Air vents

LAN (RJ-45) Jack

IEEE 1394 Port

The internal Modem supports V.92.This is a
modem driver software setting.
The performance and function of V.92 will
depend on your local service provider.

Infrared Port

The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to
communicate with another IrDA compatible
infrared device without a cable.

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC
adapter to power your notebook and charge the
internal Lithium ion battery.

USB 2.0 Ports (Qty. 2)

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USB 2.0 Ports

The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal
Serial Bus devices. USB 2.0 transf ers data at up
to 480Mbps and is backward-compatible with
USB 1.1 devices, which transfer data at up to
12Mbps.

IEEE 1394 Jack

The IEEE 1394 jack (also known as “Firewire”)
is used to connect between your LifeBook and a
peripheral such as a digital video camera.

LAN (RJ-45) Jack

The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an
internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX)
connection.

Wireless LAN Switch

The Wireless LAN Switch turns the wireless LAN
antenna on and off (if your notebook is equipped
with an optional integrated wireless LAN module).

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect
an external monitor.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

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Certificate of

Authenticity

Label (approximate

location)

Main Unit and

Configuration

Label

Lithium ion

Battery Bay

Figure 2-8. LifeBook notebook bottom panel

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

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

Port Replicator Connector

This connector allows you to connect the Por t
Replicator to your notebook.

Memory Upgrade Compartment

Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed
Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic RAM
(DDR SDRAM).
The memory upgrade compartment allows you
to expand the system memory capacity of your
LifeBook notebook, hence improving overall
performance.

Port Replicator
Connector

Memory Upgrade
Compartment

Hard Disk Drive

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.

Main Unit and Configuration Label

The configuration label shows the model number
and other information about your LifeBook
notebook. 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 v arious components of your
notebook.

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Power

AC Adapter Battery

Battery

Identifier

Battery Charging

Battery

Level

Figure 2-9. Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays symbols that
correspond with a specific component of your
Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell
you how each of those components are
operating.

The Power indicator symbol states whether y our
system is operational. It has several different
states, each of which tells you the mode your
notebook is in.

• Steady On: This means that there is power

• Flashing: This means that your LifeBook

• Steady Off: This means that y our system is

(Figure 2-9)

POWER INDICATOR

to your LifeBook notebook and that it is ready
for use.

notebook is in Suspend mode.

either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your
LifeBook notebook has been turned off.

Hard Drive

Access

Optical

Drive Access

If you are charging your battery, the Power
indicator will remain on even if your notebook is
shut off.

NumLk ScrLk

PC Card
Access
(PC Card Slot)

CapsLk

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

The AC Adapter indicator states whether your
notebook is operating from the AC adapter or
the batteries. This icon has two different states
that can tell you what power source your Lif eBook
notebook is using.

• On: This means that AC adapter power
source is currently in use.

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

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BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

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

.

Figure 2-10. Battery Level Indicator

A shorted battery is damaged and must be
replaced.

(Figure 2-10)

(Figure 2-10)

76%–100% Charging
76%–100%

51%–75%
26%–50%
11%–25%
Low Warning <11%

Critical Low or
Dead Battery

Shorted Battery

BATTERY CHARGING

INDICATORS

Located to the left of each of the Battery Level
indicators is a small arrow symbol. This symbol
states whether that specific battery is charging.
This indicator will flash if the battery is too hot or
cold to charge.

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

OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS

INDICATOR

The Optical Drive Access indicator tells you that
the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being
accessed. If the A uto Insert Notification function
is active, the indicator will flash periodically when
your system is checking the optical drive. If the
Auto Insert Notification function is not active, the
indicator will only flash when you access the
optical drive. The def ault setting is the Auto Insert
Notification function active.

The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto Insert
Notification function will periodically check for
a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in the
drive, causing the Optical Drive Access
indicator to flash. The optical drive Auto Insert
Notification function allows your system to
automatically start a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM
as soon as it is inserted in the drive and the
tray is closed. It will begin playing an audio
DVD/CD or will start an application if the D VD/
CD has an auto-run file

HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE
OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS
INDICATOR

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

The Hard Drive Access indicator does not
show which hard drive is being accessed.

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PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR

The PC Card Access indicator states whether or
not your notebook is accessing a PC Card. The
indicator will flash if your software tries to access
a PC Card even if there is no card installed.

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1

NUMLK INDICATOR

The NumLk indicator states that the integral
keyboard is set in ten-key n umeric keypad mode.

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.

A

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.

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Function Keys

x

Fn Key

Start Key

Numeric Keypad

(outlined with

thick black line)

Figure 2-11. Keyboard

Keyboard

USING THE KEYBOARD

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral
82-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 f ollowing
keys.

(Figure 2-11)

• Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows
certain keys to serve dual purposes, both as
standard characters and as numeric and
mathematical keys. The ability to toggle
between the standard character and
numerical keys is controlled through the
[NumLk] key.

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

Application
Key Cursor

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

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

Cursor

Keys

Blank
Key

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 ke ys 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.

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(Figure 2-

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

WINDOWS KEYS

Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys,
consisting of a Start key and an Application key.
The Start key displays the Start menu. This button
functions the same as your onscreen Start menu
button. The Application key functions the same
as your right mouse button and displays shortcut
menus for the selected item. (Refer to your
Windows documentation for additional
information regarding the Windows k eys.)

(Figure

2-11)

CURSOR KEYS

The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the
keyboard which allow you to mo ve 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).

(Figure 2-11)

FUNCTION KEYS

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

The [Fn] key provides extended functions f or the
notebook and is always used in conjunction with
another key.

(Figure 2-11)

• [Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while

holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your
LifeBook notebook.**

• [Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while

holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your
LifeBook notebook.**

• [Fn+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [Fn]

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

* There are 8 brightness levels.
** There are 26 audio levels.

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

• [Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will
toggle the internal pointing device on and off.
Note that the [Fn+F4] combination only works
if Manual Setting is selected in the BIOS
Advanced menu -> Keyboard/ Mouse
Features -> Internal Pointing Device.

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

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

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Cursor

Figure 2-12. Touchpad pointing device

Cursor Control

Right Button

Left Button

Scroll Button

Touchpad Pointing
Device

The Touchpad pointing device comes built into
your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to
control the movement of the pointer to select
items on your display panel. The Touchpad is
composed of a cursor control, a left and right
button, and a scrolling button. The cursor control
works the same way a mouse does, and mov es
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 2-12)

An external mouse can be connected to either
the USB port on your LifeBook notebook or
the USB or PS/2 ports on the port replicator,
and used simultaneously with the Touchpad.
However, if you boot the system with an
external mouse connected the Touch-pad will
be disabled or enabled depending on the
specifications in your BIOS settings.

CLICKING

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button.
T o left-click, mo ve 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 can also perform the clicking
operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once
.

(Figure 2-13)

Figure 2-13. Clicking

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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, mov e the cursor to the item y ou
wish to select, press the left button twice, and
then immediately release it. You can also perform
the double-click operation by tapping lightly on
the T ouchpad twice.

Figure 2-14. Double-clicking

If the interval between clicks is too long,
the double-click will not be executed.

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

(Figure 2-14)

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Figure 2-15. Dragging

TOUCHPAD CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT

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

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 online 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 y ou ha v e reached the
desired section of the page, release the button.

(Figure 2-16)

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
T ouchpad, and then releasing your finger .

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Figure 2-16. Scrolling

(Figure

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Volume Control

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

Any software that contains an audio player
will also contain a volume control of its own.
If you install an external audio device that has
an independent volume control, the hardware
volume control and the software volume
control will interact with each other. It should
be noted that if you set your software v olume
to Off, you will override the external volume
control setting.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

The volume can be controlled in sev eral different
ways:

• Volume can be set from within the Volume
Control on the Taskbar.

• Volume can be controlled with the F8 and
F9 functions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly
while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume
of your notebook. Pressing [F9] repeatedly
while holding [Fn] will increase the volume
of your notebook.

• Volume can be controlled by many volume
controls that are set within individual
applications.

• Certain external audio devices you might
connect to your system may hav e hardw are
volume controls.

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

We recommend that you experiment with the
various volume controls to discover the optimal
sound level.

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Figure 2-17. Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Devices

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a
Flexible Bay. The Fle xible Bay can accommodate
an optical drive (i.e., a modular DVD drive, CD­ROM drive, or DVD/CD-RW combo drive), a
Lithium ion battery, or a weight sa v er.

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Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following
devices installed.

• Modular DVD drive: This allows you to access

movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs.

• Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive: This

allows you to access movies, software, and
audio DVD/CDs as well as to write to CDs.

• Modular CD-ROM drive: This allows you to

access software, data, or audio CDs.

• Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a

rechargeable battery that can be used to
power your LifeBook notebook when an
adapter is not connected.

• Weight Saver: This is used to fill the ba y when

no device is needed.

(Figure 2-18)

(Figure 2-

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Flexible Bay Eject Lever
Flexible Bay

CD-ROM Drive

DVD/CD-RW

Combo Drive

DVD Drive

Lithium ion

Bay Battery

Weight Saver

Figure 2-18. Flexible Bay Devices

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REMOVING AND INSTALLING
MODULAR DEVICES

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

• Cold-swapping: swapping de vices while your
LifeBook notebook is powered off.

• Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your
system is active using the Unplug/Eject icon
from your taskbar.

You should never leave your Flexible Bay
empty when the notebook is in operation. If
left empty, dust or foreign matter may
accumulate inside the notebook.

Cold-swapping

To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible
Bay follow these easy steps:

1. Close any open files.

2. Shut down your LifeBook notebook.

3. Pull out the Flexible Ba y eject le v er . This will
push your device out slightly, allowing you to
remove the device.

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

Flexible Bay Eject Lever

(Figure 2-19)

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

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

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

7. You can now access and use the device.

Y our Lif eBook notebook will automatically detect
the new device and activate it within y our system.
The drive letters associated with the device will
be created and listed under My Computer and
Windows Explorer.

Hot-swapping

Under Windows 2000 Prof essional, Windows XP
Home, and Windows XP Professional, hot­swapping is provided through the Unplug or Eject
Hardware utility.

The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar.
Click on the icon and follow the on-screen
instructions.

(a) (b)

(c) (d)

Figure 2-19. Removing/Installing a device in

the Flexible Bay

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Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Security/Application Launcher
buttons (for entering
passwords and launching

1

3

2

Figure 2-20. LifeBook Security/Application Panel

applications)

4

Enter button

LifeBook Security/
Application Panel

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

SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK
SECURITY PANEL

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

Numbered Buttons

Use these buttons to enter your password.

(Figure 2-20)

(Figure 2-20)

Enter Button

After entering the button strokes, push this button
to enter the password into the LifeBook notebook.

(Figure 2-20)

PASSWORDS

The user and supervisor password may be set
on this notebook. A supervisor password is
typically the same for all LifeBook notebooks in
a working group, office, or company to allow for
system management. Individual LifeBook
notebooks in a group environment should not use
a common password. A password consists of one
to five button strokes plus the enter b utton. A v alid
stroke consists of pushing one or up to four
buttons simultaneously. The following are valid
button strokes:

• Pushing [4] by itself

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

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

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

The following are valid pass words. The n umbers
within braces ({ }) are button strokes using more
than one button.

• {[2]+[3]}, [1], [enter]

• [4], [enter]

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

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Setting Passwords

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

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

Y ou ha ve to set both the supervisor and
user passwords for the security panel
to work.

Setting Supervisor Password

Y ou m ust have set a supervisor password bef ore
setting any user passwords. The supervisor
password can bypass the user password.

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on Run.

3. Type in:

C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\Security
Panel Application\Supervisor
\FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter]

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

Setting User Password

1. Go to the Start menu.

2. Click on (All) Programs.

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

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

OPERA TING YOUR LIFEBOOK
SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL

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

From Off State

1. Turn on your system.

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

For example, if the pass word is 22222, press
button number 2 five times and press [Enter]
button. The LifeBook notebook will boot to
normal operation.

From Suspend State

1. Press the Power/Suspend/Resume button.

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

The notebook should resume normal
operation.

Incorrect Password Entry

If an invalid supervisor or user password is
entered three times in succession, the system
will “beep” for about one minute. If a valid
password is entered within a minute (while
system beeps), the beeping will stop and the
notebook will resume normal operation. If no
password (or an invalid one) is entered while the
system beeps, the system will return to its
previous locked state (suspend or off) and the
Security Indicator will go off. To reactivate the
notebook after a password failure , you must press
the Power/Suspend/Resume button, then enter
the correct password.

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

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

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

PRECAUTIONS

Opening and Closing the Cover

Closing the cover automatically places the
notebook into suspend mode. Opening the co ver
does not automatically place the notebook into
normal operation; instead, you must enter the
proper security password after pushing the
Power/Suspend/Resume button.

Low Battery Operations

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

UNINST ALLING THE SECURITY
PANEL APPLICATION

You have two options when uninstalling the
security panel application:

• Uninstall the security panel application
software (with no passwords set). This will
disable all security feature.

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

Uninstalling the Security Panel
Application Software

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

Yes .

Removing Security Panel Application with
Passwords Still Active

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

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

User:

1. Go to Start, and click on Control Panel.

2. Open Add/Remo ve Programs in the Control
Panel.

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

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

Supervisor:

1. Go to Start Menu and click on Control Panel.

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

3. Select the Security Panel Application for

Supervisor in the list, and click Add/
Remove.

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

Reinstalling the Security/Application Panel

To reinstall the supervisor or user security
application, you will need your Drivers CD.

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Supervisor and user passwords can be set via
Windows software using the FJSECS.exe and
FJSECU.ex e files, respectiv ely. FJSECU.e x e f or
the user password cannot run without first setting
a supervisor password. You need to run
FJSECS.exe first to set the supervisor passw ord.

If you forget both passwords , please contact
Fujitsu Service and Support. Fujitsu charges
a service fee for unlocking a password
restricted LifeBook notebook. When calling
please provide proof of ownership. You will
then be given instructions on where to ship
your notebook.

LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH
THE SECURITY/APPLICATION
PANEL

The security/application panel also allows you
to launch applications with the touch of a button
when your system is on. Pressing any of the
buttons will launch a user-defined application.
Your notebook is pre-installed with software
utilities that let you operate and configure your
LifeBook Security/Application Panel. These
utilities are found in the Start menu, under

Settings -> Contr ol Panel -> Application Panel.
(For Windows XP users, go to Start -> Control
Panel -> Other Control Panel Options ->
Application Panel. The y include two Application

Panel Setup tabs, E-mail Setup, and Internet
Setup.

To configure y our LifeBook Application Panel
with Application Panel Setup:

If you are in Windows XP Classic View or
Windows 2000:

1. Click on Start -> Settings -> Control P anel

-> Application Panel.

If you are using Windows XP in Category View:

1. Click on Start -> Control Panel -> Other

Control Panel Options -> Application
Panel.

The Application Panel Setup utility will appear.
There are tabs that correspond to the application
buttons on the LifeBook Application P anel. When
you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre­configured to launch specific programs.

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

To change an application associated with the
Application buttons, click on the tab for the b utton
you would like to reconfigure – for example,
Application A. 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.

Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel

When you start Windows, the LifeBook
Application Panel is automatically activated. 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.

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The Internet and Email tabs are different. They
come set to launch your Windows def ault Internet
browser (Internet Explorer) and email application
(Outlook Express), unless you have changed
them in Windows. In order to reconfigure them
to launch another program follow these easy
steps:

Internet Button:

1. Select the Internet tab and click on Start
Other Program from the Internet browser
box.

2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.

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

4. Click OK.

E-mail Button:

1. Select the E-mail tab and click on Start Other
Program from the E-mail browser box.

2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.

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

4. Click OK.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

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

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

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 Stop Application.
T o reactivate , follow the same procedure, e xcept

for step 4. Click on Restart Application instead.

The buttons will now launch the new applications.
If you want to return to launching your Windo ws

default Internet browser with the Internet button,
you need only click on “Def ault Internet Browser”
from the Internet browser box. If you wish to
return to launching your default email application
with the E-Mail button, select “Start a Mail
Program” from the E-Mail tab , and browse to the
location of the application.

Be aware that you will erase the settings for the
“other application”. If you wish to go back to
launching the “other application” from this button,
you will need to reconfigure it as described above.

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

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Getting Started with your LifeBook Notebook

3

Getting Started
with your LifeBook
Notebook

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DC Output Cable

AC Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three
possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion
battery, a modular Lithium ion bay battery, and
an AC adapter.

CONNECTING THE POWER
ADAPTERS

The AC adapter provides power for operating
your notebook and charging the batteries.

Connecting the AC Adapter

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

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

(Figure 3-1)

DC Power Jack

AC Adapter

Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery
Power

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

2. Remove the AC adapter

The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon
purchase. Initially, you will need to connect
the AC adapter to use your notebook.

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Display Panel Latch

Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel

Display Panel

Y our Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a displa y
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. Press the Display Panel latch. 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
notebook, you may want to adjust the brightness
level of the screen to a more comfortable viewing
level. There are tw o ways to adjust the brightness,
by using the keyboard or the power management
utility.

Using the Keyboard

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

(Figure 3-2)

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

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

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

Using the Power Management Utility
(Windows 2000 only)

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

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

2. Select the Power Control tab and adjust y our
LCD backlighting to the desired level.

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

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

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

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

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Starting Y our LifeBook
Notebook

POWER ON

Power/Suspend/Resume Button

The Power/Suspend/Resume button is used to
turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state.
Once you have connected your AC adapter or
charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can
power on your LifeBook notebook.

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

To turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off
state, press the Po wer/Suspend/Resume button,
located above the keyboard. When you are done
working you can either leave your LifeBook
notebook in Suspend mode, or you can turn it
off.

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

When you power on your Lif eBook, it will perform
a Power On Self T est (POST) to chec k the internal
parts and configuration for correct functionality.
If a fault is found, your LifeBook notebook will
emit an audio warning and/ or an error message
will be displayed. Depending on the nature of the
problem, you may be ab le to continue by starting
the operating system or by entering the BIOS
setup utility and revising the settings.

After satisfactory completion of the POST, your
notebook will load the operating system.

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

BOOT SEQUENCE

The procedure for starting up your notebook is
called the Bootup sequence and involves your
notebook’s Basic Input-Output System (BIOS).
When your LifeBook notebook is first turned on,
the main system memory is empty, and it needs
to find instructions to start up your notebook. This
information is in the BIOS program. Each time
you power up or restart your notebook, it goes
through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu
logo until your operating system is loaded. During
booting, your notebook is performing a standard
boot sequence including a POST . If the 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:

• You tur n on the power to your LifeBook
notebook.

• Y ou restart your notebook from the Windows
Shut Down dialog box.

• The software initiates a system restart.
Example:

When you install a new application.

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

BIOS SETUP UTILITY

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

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The BIOS Setup Utility allows you to configure:

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

• System data security feature parameters,
such as passwords.

Entering the BIOS Setup Utility

To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:

1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook.

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

3. Press the arrow keys to scroll through the
other setup menus to review or alter the
current settings.

Changing Video RAM Size

Y our system is set up to use 16MB of video RAM
by default, but you can change the allocated
amount from within the BIOS. To change the
amount of video RAM, perform the following
steps:

1. Enter the BIOS Setup Utility as detailed
above.

2. Using the arrow keys, go to the Advanced
menu. Scroll down to select Miscellaneous
Configurations.

3. Scroll down to “UMA Video Memory Size”,
and press the [Enter] key to see the
submenu.

4. Press the [Enter] key to see a drop-down list
of selections, or press the spacebar to cycle
through the selections.

5. When you have selected the amount of
memory you wish to use, press the F10 key
and select [Yes] when asked if you want to
save the configuration and exit.

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Power Management

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has many
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 f or your
notebook may be controlled from settings made
in your operating system, pre-bundled power
management application, or from settings made
in the BIOS setup utility.

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

POWER/SUSPEND/RESUME
BUTTON

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

SUSPEND MODE

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

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

• Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut
Down menu.

• Timing out from lack of activity.

• Allowing the battery to reach the Dead

Battery Warning condition.

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

If your LifeBook is suspended, pushing the
Power/Suspend/Resume button returns your
notebook to active operation. Y ou can tell whether
the system is Suspended by looking at the Pow er
indicator. If the indicator is visible and not flashing,
your notebook is fully operational. If the indicator
is visible and flashing, your notebook is in
Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visib le, the
power is off or your notebook is in Hibernation
mode.

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

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

The Suspend or Hibernation (Save-to­Disk) mode should not be used with
certain PC Cards. Check your PC Card
documentation for more information.
When PC Cards or external devices are
in use, Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode
cannot return to the exact state prior to
suspension, because all of the peripheral
devices will be re-initialized when the
system restarts.

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

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

HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK)
FEATURE

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

Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature

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

1. From the Start menu, select Settings (in

Windows 2000), and then select Control
Panel.

2. From the Control Panel select P ower Options.

3. Select the Hibernate tab. Select the box to

enable or disable this feature.

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Using the Hibernation Feature

1. From the Start menu, select Settings (in
Windows 2000), and then select Control
Panel.

2. From the Control Panel select P ower Options.

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

DISPLA Y TIMEOUT

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

HARD DISK TIMEOUT

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

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

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

POWER OFF

Before turning off the power, chec k that the Hard
Drive, Optical Drive, PC Card and Floppy Disk
Status Indicators are all Off. If you power-off while
accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk of
data loss. To ensure that the notebook shuts down
without error, use the Windows shutdown
procedure.

Be sure to close all files, exit all applications,
and shut down your operating system prior
to turning off the power. If files are open when
you turn the power off, you will lose any
changes that have not been saved, and ma y
cause disk errors.

WINDOWS POWER MANAGEMENT

Power Management

The Power Options icon located in the Windows
Control Panel allows you to configure some
power management settings. For example, you
can use Power Management to set the timeout
values for turning off the display and hard disks
whether you are running the notebook on battery
power or one of the adapters. The settings may
also be changed in the BIOS.

REST ARTING THE SYSTEM

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

1. Click Start, then click Shut Down.

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

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

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

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

3. Click OK to shut down your notebook.

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

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User-Installable
Features

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Lithium ion Battery

Y our Lif eBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery
that provides power for oper ating your notebook
when no external power source is availab le. 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:

• When used at temperatures that exceed 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 Battery Charging icon on the Status
Indicator panel will flash when you try to
charge a battery that is outside its operating
temperature range.

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

Do not leave a faulty battery in your Lif eBook
notebook. It may damage your AC adapter,
battery or your notebook itself. It may also
prevent operation of your notebook by
draining all available current into the bad
battery.

RECHARGING THE BA TTERIES

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

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

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
notebook is in use while the battery is charging.
If you want to charge the battery more quickly,
put your notebook into Suspend mode, or turn it
off while the adapter is charging the battery.

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

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

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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 notebook
will go into Suspend mode. There is no guarantee
that your data will be saved once the notebook
reaches this point.

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

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

Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the
Status indicator just like the normal Suspend
mode. Once your notebook goes into Dead
Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to
resume operation until you provide a source of
power either from an adapter, or a charged
battery. Once you have provided power, you will
need to press the Power/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 notebook while an
adapter is charging the battery.

REPLACING THE BATTER Y

With the purchase of an additional battery, you
can have a fully charged spare to sw ap with one
that is not charged. There are two ways to s wap
batteries, cold-swapping and hot-swapping:

Cold-swapping Batteries

T o cold-s wap batteries in y our battery bay follo w
these easy steps:

1. Have a charged battery ready to install.

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

3. Press the battery bay release latches to open
the bay.

5. Remove the battery from the bay.

6. Slide the new battery into the bay.

7. Close the bay and the battery bay release
latches will click into place.

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

Hot-swapping Batteries

To hot-swap batteries in your battery bay follow
these easy steps:

Be sure to plug in an AC Adapter prior to
removing the battery. There is no bridge
battery present to support the system while
the battery is being replaced. If you do not
use an AC Adapter you will lose any unsav ed
files.

(Figure 4-1)

(Figure 4-1)

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. If this displa y shows a Shorted Battery , it
means that the battery is damaged and must be
replaced so it does not damage any other parts
of your LifeBook notebook.

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1. Plug an AC Adapter into the system and
connect it to a power outlet.

Battery Bay
Release Latch

Battery Bay
Release Latch

Figure 4-1. Removing a Battery

2. Press the two battery bay release latches to
release the battery

3. Remove the battery from the bay.

4. Slide the new battery into the bay

2)

. Figure 4-2. Installing a Battery

(Figure 4-1)

.

(Figure 4-

User-Installable Features

Figure 4-2. Installing a Battery

5. Press the battery down until it clicks into
place.

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

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Figure 4-3. Optical Drive

Optical Drive

There is a variety of media available to use with
your system, depending upon the system
configuration you have selected. A DVD drive,
DVD/CD-RW Combo drive, and CD-ROM drive
are collectively known as “optical driv es”.

A CD-R disc can only be written to once; CD­RW discs can be written to over and ov er. CD-R
and CD-RW discs hold up to 700MB of data.

Depending upon the configuration of your
LifeBook notebook, you may have one of the
following drives:

• DVD/CD-R W combo: A D VD/CD-RW combo
drive allows you to access movie, software,
data, or audio DVD/CDs, and to write data
onto recordable CD-R and CD-RW discs.

• DVD: A DVD player gives you access to
movie, software, data, and audio DVD/CDs.

• CD-ROM: A CD-ROM drive allows you to
access software, data, or audio CDs.

Media Holder Tray
Media Eject Button

Install your media player softw are before first
using the optical drive.

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

Prolonged use of the optical drive, such
as watching a DVD movie, will
substantially reduce your battery life if
no other power source is attached.

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All LifeBook DVD players are set to play
DVD titles with region code number 3
which is specified for the Asia Pacific
market. The region number is a regional
restriction code defined by the DVD
Forum acting on Hollywood requirements.
Different region codes are recorded on
video DVD titles f or publication in different
areas of the world. If the regional code of
the DVD player does not match the
regional codes on the titles, then playback
is impossible.

You can change the region code on the
DVD pla yer using the Properties menu of
the DVD software . Note, ho wev er, that you
can only change the region code up to
four times. After the fourth change, the
last region code entered becomes
permanent, and cannot be changed.

LOADING MEDIA ON YOUR DRIVE

To load a disc into your optical drive:

1. Push and release the eject button on the front

of the optical drive to open the holder tray.
The tray will come out of the LifeBook
notebook a short distance.

2. Gently pull the tray out until a media disc can

easily be placed in the tray.

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

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

(a) (b)

(c) (d)

Figure 4-4. Loading/Ejecting Media

REMOVING MEDIA

To load a disc into your optical drive:

1. Push and release the eject button on the front
of the optical drive. This will stop the drive
and the holder tray will come out of the
LifeBook notebook 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 y ou
hear a click.

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 y ou
hear a click.

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(Figure 4-4)

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PC Card Slot

PC Card

Figure 4-7. Installing/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type I
and II PC Cards, which can perform a variety of
functions.

Some available PC Cards:

• Fax/data modem cards

• Local area network (LAN) cards

• IDE solid-state disk cards

• SCSI cards

• Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1

or CardBus standards

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

INSTALLING PC CARDS

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

7)

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

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

Be sure to orient the card properly
before inserting it. F ailure to do so could
result in damage to the card socket.

Figure 4-

Eject Button

1. See your PC Card manual for specific
instructions on the installation of your card.
Some PC Cards may require your notebook
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. Insert your PC Card into the slot, with the
product label facing up.

4. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is
seated in the opening. You will hear a click
and the Eject button will pop awa y from your
notebook.

5. Push the Eject button towards the notebook
to lock the PC Card.

REMOVING PC CARDS

To remove a PC Card, follow these steps:

Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC
Cards that must be followed bef ore removing
a card. (Please re view your operating system
manual for the correct procedure). Before
removing a PC Card in Windows 2000
Professional, shut down PC Card operation
using the Unplug/Eject Hardware icon located
on the taskbar.

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

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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 notebook.

2. Push the Eject button towards the notebook
until it pops out, then push it in until it is flush
with the notebook. This will push the PC Card
slightly out of the slot allowing you to remove
the card.

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

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Memory Upgrade Module

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a
minimum of 256MB of high speed Double Data
Rate Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR
SDRAM), factory installed. To increase your
LifeBook notebook’s memory capacity, you may
install an additional memory upgrade module.
The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line
(DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100%
compatibility , purchase the SDRAM module only
from the Fujitsu store .

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.

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

INSTALLING MEMORY UPGRADE
MODULES

1. T urn off power to your LifeBook notebook and
remove any power adapter (AC or adapter).

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

3. Turn the notebook bottom side up, and
remove the screws of the memory upgrade
module compartment.

4. Remove the cover.

(Figure 4-8)

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

6. Align the memory upgrade module with the
component side up. Align the connector edge
of the memory upgrade module with the
connector slot in the compartment.

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

(Figure 4-9)

Figure 4-9. Installing a Second Memory

8. Replace the cover.

9. Replace the screws.

Figure 4-10. Replacing the Memory

Module

(Figure 4-10)

Compartment Cover

Figure 4-8. Opening the Memory Upgrade

Compartment

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

User-Installable Features

TO REMOVE A
MEMORY UPGRADE
MODULE

1. Perform steps 1 through 4 of Installing a
Memory Upgrade Module.

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

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

4-11)

Figure 4-11. Removing a Memory Upgrade

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

5. Replace the cover.

6. Replace the screws.

Module

(Figure 4-10)

(Figure

You can check the memory capacity by clicking
[Start] -> Control Panel, then double-clicking the
System icon. Select the General tab and check
the amount of memory under “Computer:”.

For example, if 16 MB is dedicated to video
memory, and the system has 256 MB of RAM
installed, the display will indicate that there is 240
MB of RAM installed.

If the total memory displayed is incorrect,
check that your memory upgrade module is
properly installed.

installed and the capacity is still not correctly
recognized, see Troubleshooting.)

(If the module is properly

CHECKING THE MEMORY
CAPACITY

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

Your LifeBook S2000 notebook is designed to
share system memory with video memory, using
Unified Memory Architecture (UMA) technology.
UMA allows you to select the amount of memory
you want to devote to video. The factory-set
default is 16 MB, but you can select 16 MB, 32
MB, 64 MB or 128 MB to be used as video
memory. As a result, the amount of memory that
appears on your screen is reduced by the amount
of UMA that you have allocated to video memory .

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DC Power Jack

PS/2 Keyboard/

Mouse Port

Serial Port

Parallel Port
External Monitor Port

Figure 4-12. Port Replicator back panel

Port Replicator*

Port Replicator is available for your Fujitsu
LifeBook notebook. The Port Replicator extends
the functionality of your notebook by providing
ports to connect PS/2 devices, a LAN (RJ-45)
cable, USB devices, an external monitor, a
parallel device, and a serial device. The Port
Replicator connects to the rear panel of your
notebook.

* The Port Replicator is available as an option.

BACK PANEL COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of the Port
Replicator’s back panel components.

LAN (RJ-45) Jack

The LAN port allows you to connect a LAN (RJ-

45) cable. Note that when your notebook is
connected to the Port Replicator, the LAN port
on the system is not accessible; the Port
Replicator LAN port is the only one that should
be used when it is attached to the system.

PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Port

The PS/2 keyboard/mouse port allows you to
connect external PS/2 devices such as an
external PS/2 keyboard or mouse.

Port Replicator Release Latch

USB 2.0 Ports

LAN (RJ-45) Pass-through Jack

USB 2.0 Ports

The USB ports allow you to connect Universal
Serial Bus devices. There are two USB 2.0 ports
on the Port Replicator.

USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect any USB 2.0
device for up to 480Mbps transf er rate. USB 2.0
is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices.

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect
an external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor.

Parallel Port

The parallel port allows you to connect parallel
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as
an LPT port.)

Serial Port

The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS­232C) devices. (This is also sometimes referred
to as a COM port.)

DC Power Jack

The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC
adapter to power your notebook.

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Docking Port

Figure 4-13. Port Replicator front panel

FRONT PANEL
COMPONENTS

The following is a brief description of the Port
Replicator’s front panel components.

Docking Port

The docking port connects the Port Replicator
to your notebook.

(Figure 4-13)

User-Installable Features

Port Replicator Release Latch

Figure 4-14. Attaching the Port Replicator

Port Replicator Release Latch

Slide the Port Replicator Release button to
remove the P ort Replicator from your notebook.

(Figure 4-13)

Do not hold the system by the Port Replicator.
The Port Replicator and/or the system could
be damaged if the Port Replicator is used as
a handle.

A TT ACHING THE PORT

The Port Replicator can be attached on your
notebook while the power is on, while in suspend
mode, or while the power is off. To attach the
Port Replicator follow these easy steps:

1. Align the Port Replicator connector on the
lower surface of your notebook with the
connector on top of the Port Replicator.

2. Push your notebook down to connect it to
the Port Replicator securely.

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(Figure 4-14)

DET ACHING THE PORT
REPLICATOR

The Port Replicator can be detached from your
notebook while the power is on, while in suspend
mode, or while the power is off. To detach the
Port Replicator follow these easy steps:

1. Slide the Port Replicator’s release button to
the right to release the lock.

2. Lift up your notebook to detach it from the
Port Replicator.

Figure 4-15. Detaching the Port Replicator

(Figure 4-15)

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Device Ports

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and the Port
Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to
which you can connect external devices
including: disk drives, keyboards, modems,
printers, etc.

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK

The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used to
connect the internal modem. To connect the
telephone cable follow these steps:

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.

Figure 4-16. Connecting a Modem

The modem sound is deactivated by default. To
activate the modem sound, follow these steps:

1. Right click on the Speaker icon in your
system tray.

2. Select Open V olume Control.

3. Select Options/Properties.

4. Under “Show the follo wing volume controls”,
click on Phone Line and click OK.

5. Uncheck the Mute box under Phone Line.

(Figure 4-16)

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK

The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an
internal Fast Ethernet connection. You may need
to configure your notebook to work with your
particular network. (Please refer to your network
administrator for information on your network
configuration.) To connect the LAN cable, follow
these easy steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

(Figure 4-17)

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

Figure 4-17. Connecting the LAN

PARALLEL PORT

The parallel port, or LPT port, located on the Port
Replicator allows you to connect parallel devices ,
such as a printer to your notebook. In order to
connect a parallel interface device follow these
easy steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

(Figure 4-18)

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

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

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Figure 4-18. Connecting a Parallel Device to

Port Replicator

User-Installable Features

SERIAL PORT

The serial port, or COMM por t, located on the
Port Replicator allows you to connect serial
devices, such as printers or scanners. In order
to connect a serial interface device follow these
easy steps:

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.

Figure 4-19. Connecting a Serial Device

PS/2 PORT

The PS/2 port located on the Port Replicator
allow you to connect an external keyboard,
numeric keypad, or mouse. In order to connect a
PS/2 interface device follow these easy steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

(Figure 4-20)

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

DOCKING PORT

The docking port is used for the connection of
your notebook to port replicator. In order to
connect your notebook to these device follo w the
instructions that came with your docking port.

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTS

The Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports (USB) allow
you to connect USB devices such as external
game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and/or
speakers. In order to connect a USB device follo w
these steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

(Figure 4-21)

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

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

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

Figure 4-20. Connecting a PS/2 Device

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Figure 4-21. Connecting a USB Device

IEEE 1394 PORT (4-PIN TYPE)

The IEEE 1394 port (also known as “Firewire” or
“iLink”) allows you to connect devices that are
compliant with IEEE standard 1394. This port is
effectively a v ery fast communications port. Some
digital devices (e.g., digital cameras) use IEEE
1394 ports for fast transfer of digital files and data.

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The IEEE 1394 port on your LifeBook
notebook is a 4-pin type. If you want to
connect a 6-pin device, you will need to
purchase a 4-pin to 6-pin adapter cable.

In order to connect an IEEE 1394 device, follow
these steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

Figure 4-22. Connecting an IEEE 1394

Device

INFRARED PORT

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

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

The following conditions may interfere with
infrared communications:

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

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

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

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

HEADPHONE JACK

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

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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

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 mini­plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of
your notebook. In order to connect a microphone
follow these easy steps:

1. Align the connector with the port opening.

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

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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:

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.

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.

User-Installable Features

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and
subject to few problems in the field. Howe ver , 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 inf ormation in
this section helps you isolate and resolve some
of these straightforward problems and identify
failures that require service.

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

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

1. Turn off your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

4. Make sure that 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. T urn on your notebook. Mak e sure it has been
off at least 10 seconds before you turn it back
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.

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

• Product name

• Product configuration number

• Product serial number

• Purchase date

• Conditions under which the problem occurred

• Any error messages that have occurred

• Hardware configuration

• Type of device connected, if any

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

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

Using the Troubleshooting Table

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

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

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

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TROUBLESHOOTING T ABLE

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Audio Problem

There is no sound
coming from the
bulit-in speakers

The software volume
control is set too low.

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

Headphones are plugged
into your notebook.

BIOS audio settings
are incorrect.

Software driver is not
configured correctly.

The speakers have been
muted using the Volume
icon in the system tray.

Optical Drive Problems

LifeBook notebook
fails to recognize
DVD/CD-RW/ CD­ROM’s.

Protective sheet is still in
the optical drive tray.

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is
not pushed down onto
raised center circle of the
drive.

Media tray is not latched
shut.

Incorrect DVD Player or
no DVD Player software is
installed.

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.

Refer to your application and operating system
documentation for help.

Click on the Volume icon in the tool tray on the
bottom right of the screen. (It looks like a
speaker).
If the Mute box is checked, click on it to
uncheck it.

Remove the protective sheet and replace
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM in the tray.

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

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

Install DVD Player software.

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

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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
DVD/CD, drive designations are automatically
adjusted.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Optical Drive Problems

LifeBook notebook
fails to recognize
DVD/CD-RW/ CD­ROM’s.

Windows DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM auto insertion
function is disabled.

Start the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM from the
desktop or application software or re-enable
the Windows DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM auto
insertion function.

(continued)

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

Port Replicator Problems

LifeBook notebook
does not turn on
when installed in
the Port Replicator

DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is
dirty or defective.

The Windows DVD/CD­RW/CD-ROM auto
insertion function is active
and is checking to see if a
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is
ready to run.

Port Replicator AC
adapter is not plugged in.

Notebook is not properly
seated in the Port
Replicator.

Wipe DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM with a non­abrasive CD cleaning cloth and reinsert. It if
still will not work try another DVD/CD-RW/CD­ROM in the drive.

This is normal. However, you may disable this
feature.

Provide power to the Port Replicator.

Remove and re-dock your LifeBook notebook.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Hard Drive Problems

You cannot access
your hard drive.

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

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary
Master and Primary Slave correctly.

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

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

Keyboard or Mouse Problems

The built-in
keyboard does not
seem to work.

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

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

The notebook has gone
into Suspend mode.

Your application has
locked out your keyboard.

Your external device is not
properly installed.

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

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

Your system has crashed.

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

Verify your password and security settings.

Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.

Try to use your integrated pointing device to
restart your system.

Re-install your device.

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

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

Try to restart your notebook.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Memory Problems

Your Info menu of
the BIOS setup
utility does not
show the correct
amount of installed
memory.

Modem Problems

Your memory upgrade
module is not properly
installed.

You have a memory
failure.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade
module.

Check for Power On Self Test (POST)
messages.

Messages about
modem operation.

Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems

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

Messages about modem
operation are generated
by whichever modem
application is in use.

The device is not properly
installed.

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

Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.

You may have the wrong
I/O address selected for
your device.

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

Parallel port is set to
output only.

See your application software documentation
for additional information.

Remove and re-install the device.

Close the application and restart your
notebook.

See your software documentation and activate
the correct driver.

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

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

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

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

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 notebook is not
aware of its installation.

Remove and re-install the card.

Close the application and restart your
notebook.

Power Failures

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

Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.

You may have the wrong
I/O address selected for
your PC Card activated or
not install.

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
installed or there is no
Power adapter (AC
adapter) installed.

The primary battery is
installed but is faulty.

The battery or batteries
are low.

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.

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.
Install a charged battery or a power adapter.

Use the Status Indicator Panel to verify the
presence and condition of the batteries. If a
battery is indicating a short, remove that
battery and operate from another power
source or replace that battery.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine
the presence and condition of the batteries.
Use a power adapter to operate until a battery
is charged or install a charged battery.

The power adapter (AC
adapter) is not plugged
in properly.

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Verify that your adapter is connected correctly.

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Power Failures

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

(continued)

The power adapter (AC
adapter) has no power
from the AC outlet.

The power adapter (AC
adapter) is faulty.

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check
for a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for
the AC outlet.

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

Your LifeBook
notebook turns off
all by itself.

Your LifeBook
notebook will not
work on battery
alone.

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

You are operating on
battery power only and
have ignored a low battery
alarm until the batteries
are all at the dead battery
state and your machine
has gone into Dead
Battery Suspend mode.

You have a battery failure.

Your power adapter has
failed or lost its power
source.

The installed batteries
are dead.

No battery is installed.
The batteries are

improperly installed.

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

Install a power adapter or a charged battery
and then push the Power/Suspend/Resume
button.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the
Status Indicator Panel, and replace or remove
battery that is shorted.

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

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

Install a charged battery.
Verify that the batteries are properly

connected by removing and re-installing them.

Your installed batteries
are faulty.

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

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Power Failures

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 DVD/CD-ROM
access, use of a modem
card or a LAN PC card.

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

The power savings
features may be disabled.

The brightness is turned
all the way up .

The batteries are very old.
The batteries have been

exposed to high
temperatures.

The batteries are too hot
or too cold.

Check the power management and/or setup
utility settings in the Power Options 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.
Replace the batteries.

Restore the notebook to normal operating
temperature. The Charging icon on the Status
Indicator Panel will flash when the battery is
outside its operating range.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Shutdown and Startup Problems

The Power
Suspend/Resume
button does not
work.

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

Enable the button from the setup utility.

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

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

You did not hold the
button in long enough.

There may be a conflict
with the application
software.

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

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

Internal hard drive was
not detected.

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

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.

Make sure you have the right password. Enter
the setup utility and verify the Security settings
and modify them as accordingly.

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.

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Shutdown and Startup Problems

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

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

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

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

Video Problems

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

The BIOS CMOS hold-up
battery has failed.

The system may be
password-protected.

The notebook is set for an
external monitor only.

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

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

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

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

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 Power/Suspend/Resume button. (The
display may be shut off by Standy mode, Auto
Suspend or Video Timeout)

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Video Problems

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

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

Contact your support representative.

The display goes
blank by itself after
you have been
using it for a period
of time.

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

The built-in display
does not close.

The built-in display
has bright or dark
spots.

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

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

The system may be
password-protected.

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

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

Press any button on the keyboard, or move
the mouse to restore operation. If that fails,
push the Power/Suspend/Resume b utton.
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.

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

Check the Status Indicator Panel to verify that
the Security icon is blinking. If it is blinking,
enter your password.

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

This is normal; do nothing.

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

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Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Video Problems

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

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

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).

The display is dark
when on battery
power.

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

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

Miscellaneous Problems

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

The Power Management
utility 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 set up with
the correct software driver
for that device.

Your external monitor is
not compatible with your
LifeBook notebook.

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

Press [Fn] + [F7] to increase brightness or
double-click on the battery 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.

Reinstall your device.

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

See your monitor documentation and the
External Monitor Support portions of the
Specifications section.

See your application manual and help displays
screens for more information. Not all
messages are errors some may simply be
status.

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Troubleshooting

POWER ON SELF TEST
MESSAGES

Using the Troubleshooting Table

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

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

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

*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B
error

Drive A: or B: is present but f ails the BIOS P ower
On Self Test diskette tests. Check to see that the
drive is defined with the proper diskette type in
the Setup Utility, 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 ha ve an installed memory upgrade
module, verify that the module is properly
installed. If it is properly installed, you ma y w ant
to check your Windo ws 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 driv e type
identified in your setup utility does not agree with
the type detected by the Pow er 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 flopp y disk drive type
identified in your setup utility does not agree with
the type detected by the Pow er 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 flopp y disk drive type
identified in your setup utility does not agree with
the type detected by the Pow er 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.

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*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 e xternal keyboard until
then. Contact your support representative.

*Keyboard error

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

*Keyboard error nn

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

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run
SETUP

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

*Operating system not found

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

*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 data­destroying 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 and
contact your support representative.

*Real time clock error

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

*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn

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

nnnn Shadow RAM Passed

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

*System battery is dead – Replace and run
SETUP

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

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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 oper ates
the computer is faulty. Requires repair of system
board. Contact your support representative for
repairs. UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn
Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper
Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of
the BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a
virtual memory manager.

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

EMERGENCY OPTICAL DRIVE TRAY
RELEASE

If for some reason the eject button f ails, y ou can
open the optical drive 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.

Troubleshooting

CD eject button

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:

• OK

• NO CARRIER

• NO DIALTONE

• CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete at

53,000 bps.)

• ERROR

• FAX

• RING (This means an incoming call.)

• BUSY

• NO ANSWER

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

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Caring for your
LifeBook
Notebook

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Caring for your LifeBook Notebook

Care and Maintenance

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

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.

Caring for your Notebook

• Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but

sensitive electronic device. T reat it with respect
and care.

• Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable

carrying case.

• Do not attempt to service the computer

yourself. Alwa ys follow installation instructions
closely.

• Keep it away from food and beverages.

• If you accidentally spill liquid on y our notebook:

1. Turn it off.

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

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

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

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

• Alwa ys use the A C adapter and batteries that
are approved for your LifeBook notebook.

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

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

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

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

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

• Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

• Do not touch the screen with any sharp

objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook notebook

• Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the

plug, not the cord.)

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

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

Storing your LifeBook notebook

• If you intend to store your LifeBook notebook

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

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

• Store your notebook in a cool, dry location.
T emper atures should remain between 13ºF (­25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).

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Traveling with your LifeBook notebook

• Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while

it is turned on.

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

• Always bring your System Recovery CD that
came with your notebook when you travel. If
you experience system software problems
while traveling, you ma y need it to correct an y
problems.

• When traveling with the hard drive removed,
wrap the drive in a non-conducting materials
(cloth or paper). If y ou hav e the drive checked
by hand, be ready to install the drive if needed.
Never put your hard drive through a metal
detector. Have y our hard drive hand-inspected
by security personnel. You can however, put
your hard drive through a properly tuned X­ray machine.

• 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.

Outlet Type Location

Outlet Type Location United

States, Canada, parts of

Latin America, Japan,

Korea, the Philippines,

Taiwan

Russia and the Common-

wealth of Independent

States (CIS), most of

Europe, parts of Latin

America, the Middle East,

parts of Africa, Hong Kong,

India, most of South Asia

BATTERIES

Caring for your Batteries

• Always handle batteries carefully.

• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that

is, do not touch both terminals with a metal
object). Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket
or purse where they may mix with coins, ke ys,
or other metal objects. Doing so may cause
an explosion or fire.

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

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

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

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

Increasing Battery Life

• P ower your Lif eBook notebook through the AC

adapter whenever possib le.

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

• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfort­able.

• Set the power management f or maximum bat­tery life.

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

• Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

• Disable the Windows CD A uto Insert function.

• Always use fully charged batteries.

• Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

Mexico, United Kingdom,

Ireland, Malaysia, Singa-

pore, parts of Africa

China, Australia, New

Zealand

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MEDIA CARE

Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R)

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

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

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

• Avoid storing any DVD/CDs in extreme
temperatures.

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

• Do not spill liquids on DVD/CDs.

• Do not scratch DVD/CDs.

• Do not put a label on DVD/CDs.

• Do not get dust on DVD/CDs.

• Nev er write on the label surface with a ballpoint

pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.

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

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

• A v oid using or storing the drive near magnets
or devices that generate strong magnetic
fields.

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

• Do not disassemble or dismantle the D VD drive
or CD-RW drive.

PC CARDS

Caring for your PC Cards

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

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

• A void prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.

• Keep the cards dry.

• Do not flex or bend the cards , and do not place

heavy objects on top of them.

• Do not force cards into the slot.

• Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to

excessive vibration.

Caring for your Media Drive

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

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

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

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

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Glossary

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Glossary

Glossary

AC Adapter

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

ACPI

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface

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.

AdHoc

A name of a wireless LAN configuration.
It is a type of communication using wireless cards

only.
Another type of communication is called

Infrastructure (using a wireless card and an
access point).

ADSL
Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line

T echnology for transporting high bit-rate services
over ordinary phone lines.

BIOS

Basic Input-Output System. A program and set
of default parameters stored in ROM which tests
and operates your LifeBook notebook when y ou
turn it on until it loads your installed operating
system from disk. Information from the BIOS is
transferred to the installed operating system to
provide it with information on the configuration
and status of the hardware.

Bit

An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of
information which is either a one (1) or a zero
(0).

bps

An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to
describe data transfer rates.

Boot

To start-up a computer and load its operating
system from disk, ROM or other storage media
into RAM.

Bus

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

Byte

8 bits of parallel binary information.

Cache Memory

A block of memory built into the microprocessor
which is much faster to access than your system
RAM and used in specially structured ways to
make your overall data handling time faster.

CardBus

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

CD-ROM

Compact disk 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.

Channel

A radio frequency band used for communication
between wireless cards and access points.
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.

COM Port

Abbreviation for communication port. This is y our
serial interface connection.

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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 displa y de vice 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.

DC

Direct current. A v oltage or current that does not
fluctuate periodically with time.

Default Value

A pre programmed value to be used if you f ail to
set your own.

DHCP

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
A protocol used to automatically acquire

parameters required for the communication, such
as IP address.

The sender of IP address is called a DHCP
server, and the receiver is called a DHCP client.

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.

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.

DNS

Domain Name System
A function to control the association between the

IP address and the name assigned to the
computer.

If you do not know the IP address but if you kno w
the computer name, you can still communicate
to that computer.

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 f orm 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 f or
high speed data communication and
interconnection between electronic devices.

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Encryption Key (Network Key)

Key information used to encode data for data
transfer.

This device uses the same encryption key to
encode and decode the data, and the identical
encryption key is required between the sender
and receiver.

ESD

Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge
of electricity from a static charge which has built­up slowly.

Example: the shock y ou 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.

GB

Gigabyte.

Hard drive

A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media
where the platter is very stiff.

I/O

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

Infrared

Light just beyond the red portion of the visible
light spectrum which is invisible to humans.

Infrastructure

A name of a wireless LAN configuration. This type
of communication uses an access point.

Another type of communication is called AdHoc.

IP Address

An address used for computers to communicate
in the TCP/IP environment.

Current IPv4 (version 4) uses four values in the
range between 1 and 255. (Example:

192.168.100.123).

IR

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 hardw are
signal to the CPU that an external event has
occurred which needs to be processed.

KB

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.

I/O Port

The connector and associated control circuits for
data entering and leaving your notebook in
electronic form.

IDE

Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control
interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard
drive unit.

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LCD

Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which
makes images by controlling the orientation of
crystals in a crystalline liquid.

Lithium ion Battery

A type of rechargeable battery which has a high
power-time life for its size and is not subject to
the memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.

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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.

MAC Address

Media Access Control Address
A unique physical address of a network card. For

Ethernet, the first three bytes are used as the
vendor code, controlled and assigned by IEEE.
The remaining three bytes are controlled by each
vendor (preventing overlap), therefore, every
Ethernet card is given a unique physical address
in the world, being assigned with a different
address from other cards. For Ethernet, frames
are sent and received based on this address.

MB

Megabyte.

Megahertz

1,000,000 cycles per second.

Memory

A repository for data and applications which is
readily accessible to your LifeBook notebook’s
CPU.

MHz

Megahertz.

MIDI

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

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MPU-401

A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.

MTU

Maximum T ransmission Unit
The maximum data size that can be transferred

at a time through the Internet or other networks.
You can set a smaller MTU size to obtain
successful communication, if you have difficulty
transferring data due to the fact that the maximum
size is too large.

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.

Optical Drive

An optical drive is any device that reads media
optically , such as a D VD/CD-RW drive, CD-R OM
drive, or DVD drive.

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.

PCI

Peripheral Component Interconnect
Self-configuring PC local bus. Designed b y Intel,

PCI has gained wide acceptance as a standard
bus design.

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
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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 notebook. Status and
error messages may be displayed before the
operating system is loaded. If the self test detects
failures that are so serious that operation can
not continue, the operating system will not be
loaded.

PPPoE

Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet.
A protocol for Ethernet, using a Point-to-Point

Protocol (PPP), which is used for connection on
the phone line.

Program

An integrated set of coded commands to your
computers telling your hardware what to do and
how and when to do it.

Protocol

Procedures and rules use to send and receive
data between computers.

- Method of sending and receiving data

- Process used to handle communication errors

Conditions required for communication are
organized in procedures for correct transfer of
information.

RAM

Random Access Memory. A hardware
component of your LifeBook notebook that holds
binary information (both program and data) as
long as it has the proper power applied to it.

RAM Module

A printed circuit card with memory and
associated circuitry which allows the user to add
additional memory to the computer without
special tools.

Reset

The act of reloading the operating system. A reset
erases all information stored in RAM.

Restart

See Reset.

Resume

To proceed after interruption. In your notebook
this refers to returning to active operation after
having been in one of the suspension states.

ROM

Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which
information is stored by physically altering the
material. Data stored in this way can not be
changed by your notebook and does not require
power to maintain it.

SDRAM

Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.

Serial Port

A connection to another device through which
data is transferred one bit at a time on a single
wire with any other wires only for control of the
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SMART

Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting
T echnology (SMART) is an emerging technology
that provides near-term 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 notebook
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.

SRAM

Static random access memory. A specific
technology of making RAM which does not
require periodic data refreshing.

SSID

Service Set Identifier Specifies which network
you are joining. Some systems allow you to
specify any SSID as an option so you can join
any network.

Standby

To make inoperative for a period of time. Your
LifeBook notebook uses various suspension
states to reduce power consumption and prolong
the charge of your battery.

Status Indicator

A display which reports the condition of some
portion of your hardware. On your LifeBook
notebook this is an LCD screen just above the
keyboard.

Stereo (audio)

A system using two channels to process sound
from two different sources.

SVGA

Super VGA.

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.

TCP/IP

T ransmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol.
A standard Internet protocol that is most widely
used.

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.

UL

Underwriters Laboratories – An independent
organization that tests and certifies the electrical
safety of devices.

USB

Universal Serial Bus.
Standard that allows you to simultaneously
connect up to 127 USB devices such as game
pads, pointing devices, printers, and keyboards
to your computer.

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.

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