Fujitsu LifeBook Series S-4540, LifeBook Series S-4542 User Manual
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name : FPCA
Address : Fujitsu PC (Asia) Pte Ltd
200 Pandan Loop
#05-03, Pantech 21
The Computer Centre
Singapore 128388
Telephone : 65-776 0688
Declares that product: Model : LifeBook S-4540 or S-4542
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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1. Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners .
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious
damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided f or ventilation; to ensure reliab le
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 ne ver be placed near or ov er a radiator or heat register , or in a builtin installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This
will only plug into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a 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 covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified tech-
nician to restore the product to normal condition.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be sure to install it with the polarities in the correct posi-
tion. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not rechar ge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Replace only with the same or equiv alent 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).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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A USTRALIAN WARNINGS
W ARNING
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 A CA Standards.
Do not adjust your modem or software outside the values indicated below. To do so would result in your
modem being operated in a non-compliant manner.
Call Attempts/Retries:
Applications software shall be configured so that no more than 3 attempts are made to establish a connection
to a given number (Note: if the modem can detect service tones, up to 10 attempts can be made). If the call
sequence is unsuccessful, there shall be a delay of at least 30 minutes before attempting to call the n umber
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 Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance
that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different
make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.
This equipment is not capable under all operating conditions of correct operation at the higher speeds
for which it is designed. 56 KBPS connections are likely to be restricted to lower bit rates when connected
to some PSTN implementations. Telecom will accept no responsibility should difficulties arise in such
circumstances.
Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged, and arrange for its
disposal or repair.
This equipment shall not be used in any manner, which could constitute a nuisance to other Telecom
customers.
This equipment shall not be set to make automatic calls to the Telecom “111” Emergency Service.
This device is equipped with pulse dialling while the New Zealand standard is DTMF tone dialling. There
is no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialling. It is strongly
recommended that pulse dialling is not used.
Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s Telepermit requirements are dependent on
the equipment (PC) associated with this device. The associated equipment shall be set to operate
within the following limits for compliance with Telecom’s Specifications:
For repeat calls to the same number.
There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within any 30 minute period
for any single manual call initiation, and
The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of
one attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.
For Automatic calls to different numbers.
The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 5 seconds between the end of one
attempt and the beginning of the next attempt.
For Automatically answered Incoming Calls
Incoming calls shall be answered between 3 and 30 seconds from the start of the ringing.
For correct operation, the total of the RNs of all devices connected to a single line at anytime should not
exceed 5. The RN of this Equipment is 0.5.
WARNING
Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating
outside the New Zealand EMI Standards.
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Note: Modem setting in Windows 98
The default modem setting in Windows 98 operating system is United States of America. If you are
residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located.
Dial type must be set to Tone Dialing if you are either in Australia or New Zealand.
Please see below instruction for quick modem setup.
A. If you are located in Australia
1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.
2. Choose Australia in “What country/region
are you in now?”
3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”
4. Close
B. If you are located in New Zealand
1. Go to Control panel, select modem icon.
2. Choose New Zealand in “What country/
region are you in now?”
3. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”
4. Close
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Warnings
This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and
correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others . These icons and their meanings
are as follows. Please learn these icons before reading this manual. Learning these icons will be
useful for understanding this manual.
Icon Meaning
Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous
situation that could result in death or severe injury.
Incorrect handling or ignoring this warning can cause a dangerous
situation that could result in moderate or minor injury or could result in
equipment damage.
The symbols below are used together with the icons above to indicate what type of danger or
damage is involved.
Symbol Meaning
The ∆ symbol indicates a warning or caution. The symbol inside the ∆
indicates the concrete nature of the warning. (The example on the left
is a caution for electric shock.)
The circle and slash indicates prohibited behavior. The symbol inside
the circle indicates the concrete nature of the prohibition. (The
example on the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.)
The indicates instructions that must be followed. The symbol inside
indicates the concrete nature of those instructions. (The example on
the left tells you to unplug the power plug from the socket.)
Key notation and operation methods
Explanations of key operations do not show all the characters on the keyboard. Instead they
indicate just the keys necessary to the explanation as follows.
Examples: [Ctrl] key , [Enter] key, [ → ] key
When multiple keys are to be pressed at the same time , this is indicated by connecting them with
[+].
Examples: [Ctrl] + [F3] keys; [Shift] + [ ↑ ] key
Screen examples
The screens shown in this manual are examples. Please understand that the file names and
screens you use may be different.
NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT
WARNING
CAUTION
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Critical Points
Column
dir c:
Notation in text
Here is what symbols in text mean.
Symbol Meaning
Indicates a point necessary for correctly operating the hardware or
software.
Gives the meaning and brief explaination of a term.
→ Indicates the page to see elsewhere in this manual.
Command input (key input)
Within the text of this manual, command input (giving commands to the computer by pressing
keys) is indicated as follows.
Example:
↑
In the position indicated in the example above by the ↑, the space left between the characters
indicates that a space needs to be left in the entry by pressing the space bar (the long key with
nothing written on it at the center of the front of the keyboard). Commands are written in this
manual as lowercase latin letters, but uppercase letters may be used.
Product names
The following product names are abbreviated as follows in this manual.
“Microsoft® Windows® 98 operating system” is written as “Windows 98”.
“Microsoft® MS-DOS® operating system Version 6.2/V” is written as “MS-DOS”.
“Microsoft® Windows® operating system Version 3.1” is written as “Windows 3.1”.
“Microsoft® Windows® 2000 operating system” is written as “Windows 2000”.
“Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system V ersion 3.5” and “Microsoft® Windows
NT® Workstation operating system Version 3.5” are both written as “Windows NT 3.5”.
“Microsoft® Windows NT® Server network operating system V ersion 3.51” and “Microsoft® Windows
NT® Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”.
“Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT.
“Fujitsu Lifebook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”.
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Configuration of this Manual
Getting Started
This section explains boot sequence for using this computer.
SECTION 1
This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the
names of the parts and their functions, touch pad operation methods, connector box handling,
and battery operation.
SECTION 2
This section explains installation of options for this computer.
SECTION 3
This section explains how to care for your computer.
SECTION 4
This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are
displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.
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CONTENTS
SECTION 1
1. Names of the Parts and their Functions .............................2
Front/Top .............................................................................................2
Left Side/Right Side............................................................................. 4
Rear/Bottom ........................................................................................ 6
Port replicator ......................................................................................8
Status Indicator LCD ........................................................................... 9
2. Flat Point ..............................................................................11
What Is the Flat Point? ......................................................................11
Flat Point Usage ................................................................................ 12
3. Keyboard ..............................................................................13
Keyboard ...........................................................................................13
Numeric Keypad Mode...................................................................... 13
Names of the Main Keys and their Functions.................................... 14
4. Switching on the Power ......................................................16
Switching on the power ..................................................................... 16
5. Switching off the Power......................................................18
Precautions for Switching Off the Power ........................................... 18
Switching Off the Power .................................................................... 18
6. Suspend/Resume Function ................................................20
Suspending ....................................................................................... 20
What Is the Suspend/Resume Function?.......................................... 20
Precautions for Suspending .............................................................. 22
Resuming .......................................................................................... 23
7. Battery ..................................................................................24
Battery Charging ............................................................................... 24
Battery Operation .............................................................................. 25
Checking the Remaining Battery Charge .......................................... 26
Low Battery State .............................................................................. 27
Replacing the Internal Battery Pack .................................................. 28
Precautions for Battery Pack............................................................. 30
8. Port Replicator.....................................................................31
Attaching the port replicator .............................................................. 31
Detaching the port replicator ............................................................. 32
9. Built-in LAN (local-area network) device...........................33
Connection ........................................................................................ 33
10.Internal FAX Modem............................................................34
Connection ........................................................................................ 34
SECTION 2
1. Options.................................................................................36
What is the Options ........................................................................... 36
2. PC Cards ..............................................................................38
Precautions for PC Cards.................................................................. 38
Installing PC Cards............................................................................ 39
Removing PC Cards.......................................................................... 40
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3. Expansion RAM Modules ...................................................42
Installing an Expansion RAM Module................................................42
Removing an Expansion RAM Module..............................................44
4. Multi-bay Unit.......................................................................45
Replacing multi-bay units .................................................................. 45
Precautions on handling or using the multi-bay unit..........................46
Loading/Ejecting disks.......................................................................47
Loading/Ejecting an LS-120 disk....................................................... 49
5. Floppy Disk Unit ..................................................................50
Installing a Floppy Disk Unit .............................................................. 50
Precautions for Floppy Disk Unit ....................................................... 51
Removing a Floppy Disk Unit ............................................................ 52
What is a Floppy Disk?......................................................................53
Precautions on Handling ................................................................... 54
Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk ......................................................... 55
Loading..............................................................................................55
Ejecting..............................................................................................55
6. Mouse ...................................................................................56
Using the Mouse ............................................................................... 56
Connecting the Mouse ...................................................................... 56
7. Numeric Keypad ..................................................................58
Connecting a Numeric Keypad..........................................................58
8. CRT Monitor .........................................................................59
Connecting an External CRT Monitor................................................59
9. CCD Camera ........................................................................61
Preparing required things .................................................................. 62
Connecting the CCD camera ............................................................ 62
Using CCD camera ........................................................................... 62
Removing the CCD camera from personal computer........................ 65
10.One Touch Operation buttons ............................................66
SECTION 3
1. Care and Maintenance ..........................................................68
2. Glossary.................................................................................73
SECTION 4
1. When This Happens ............................................................82
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Getting Started
Starting Your LifeBook
POWER ON
Power Switch
The power switch is used to turn on your notebook from its off state. Once you have connected your
AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium Ion Battery, you can power on your notebook.
CAUTION
When you turn on your notebook be sure you hav e a power source. This means that at least one
battery is installed and charge, or that the AC adapter is connected and has power.
Locate the power switch of y our notebook. The power s witch are located either at the rear , front or on
the side of your notebook.
CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as y ou
risk damaging your notebook.
When you P ower On your notebook, it will perf orm a Pow er On Self Test (POST) to check the internal
parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your notebook will emit an audio
warning and/or an error message will be displayed. Depending on the nature of the problem, y ou may
be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising
the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the Po wer On Self Test (POST), your notebook will load your operating
system.
CAUTION
Never turn off your notebook during the Power On Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error
message to be displayed when you turn your notebook on the next time.
BOOT SEQUENCE
The procedure for starting-up your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and
involves your notebook’s BIOS. When your notebook is first turned on, the main system memory is
empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up your notebook. This information is in the BIOS
program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which
displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is
performing a standard boot sequence including a Po wer On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence
is completed without a failure and without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays
the operating system’s opening screen.
The boot sequence is executed when:
• You turn on the power to your notebook.
• You 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].
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BIOS SETUP UTILITY
The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your 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.
The BIOS Setup Utility configures:
• 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 notebook.
2. Press he [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of
the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the other setup menus to
review or alter the current settings.
BIOS Guide
A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our technical support section at
www.fujitsu-pc-asia.com.Once there, click on the notebook series from the pull down menu and
select the appropriate notebook model.
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1.
Names of the P arts and their Functions
Front/Top
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1 LCD panel
Displays text, graphics, etc.
Critical Point
The TFT color LCD panel used with this computer has been made using high resolution
technology, but there might be dots that are always lit up or always not lit up on part of the
screen.
There may be some slight inconsistencies on the LCD panel with variations in temperature.
Please note that this is not a malfunction.
2 Cover close switch
When the LCD panel is closed, this switch turns off the backlight and suspends operation of the
personal computer.
3 Suspend/Resume switch
This switch suspends/resumes the computer main unit. From here on, it is written as SUS/RES
switch.
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4 Condenser Microphone
Allows sound (monaural) recording.
Critical Point
When some kind of software (karaoke software , etc.) is activ ated, it automatically inactivates
muting of the built-in microphone and the built-in speaker may resultingly howl. In such the
case, use a general headphone and external speaker available on the market.
When the built-in microphone is used, be sure to hold the LCD panel open, otherwise howling
may be occur.
5 One-touch button
Allows you to start application software or check the arrival of an e-mail.
6 LCD
Displays the status of the computer main unit. See “Status Indicator LCD”.
7 Keyboard
Keys are pressed to give commands to the computer main unit.
8 Speaker
Outputs the sound of the computer main unit.
Critical Point
If the built-in speaker and microphone are used at the same time, it may cause howling. If
howling occurs, adjust the sound volume with the volume control knob and “Volume Control”
on the screen.
9 Flat point
This moves the mouse pointer.
! Latch
This is pressed to release the lock when the LCD panel is opened.
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14 15 16 17 18 19 20
" Multi-bay
Depending on the models, one of the following units is provided for your personal computer.
• CD-ROM drive unit
• CD-R/RW drive unit
• CCD Camera drive unit
• DVD-ROM drive unit
• Super disk drive unit
• PC card drive unit
• Weight saver
# Multi-bay unit release lever
Raise this lever to remove the unit from the multi-bay.
$ Anti-theft lock
Can be connected with a commercially available anti-theft cable.
Critical Point
Do not leave the multi-ba y v acant when using your computer, otherwise your computer might
break down.
Critical Point
The anti-theft lock is for the Kensington Microsaver Security System.
% Headphone jack
For connecting commercially available headphones.
Critical Point
Things that can be fitted to the headphone jack
- Headphones, earphones, amplifier-installed external speakers (mini-plug with 3.5mm outer
diameter. However you may not be able to fit them because of the shape, so check before
inserting.)
Left Side/Right Side
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& Line In jack
Terminal for audio input.
( Microphone jack (MIC-IN jack)
Terminal for connecting a commercially-available microphone.
Critical Point
When a microphone is in use, excessiv ely turning up the v olume might cause the speaker to
howl.
Some types of commercially-available microphones (for example, dynamic microphones)
cannot be used with this computer.
) Volume control
Adjusts the sound volume. Turning it towards you lowers the volume; turning it away from you
raises it.
~ PC card eject/lock button
Press this button to eject the PC card. When the inserted PC card is locked by this button, it is
protected from accidentally sticking out.
+ PC card slot
Slot (1) for inserting separately sold PC card.
This PC card slot is identified as ZV port, which is connected with the main unit of this personal
computer.
Critical Point
If the volume is raised too high when using a microphone, howling may occur between the
speaker and the microphone.
Critical Point
A dummy card has been inserted in the PC card slot of a new computer.
The ZV port conforms to the PC card standard for high-speed processing of animation and
sound data.
You may be required to use the “slot 0” for “slot 1” depending on the operating system used.
, Modular connector
This is for connecting to the telephone line.
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Rear/Bottom
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- Infrared communications port
Interface for carrying out infrared communications.
Critical Point
Don’t bring the AC adaptor or CRT display close to the infrared communications port during
infrared communication, otherwise the computer may malfunction because of noise generated.
. mini-Serial connector (available on certain model)
/ USB connector (Invalid for the Windows NT system)
Connector for connecting a peripheral equipment which meets the USB standard.
: LAN connector
Connector for connecting a LAN cable.
; CRT connector
Connector for connecting an external display, for example, a separately sold CRT monitor.
< DC-IN connector
Connector for connecting the AC adaptor that comes with this computer.
= MAIN switch
This is the switch for turning the power to the computer main unit on and off.
> Port replicator connector
Connector for connecting the port replicator.
? Expansion RAM module slot
Slot for fitting a separately sold expansion RAM module.
@ Release button
Slide this release button to release the internal battery pack lock from locking status.
[ Internal battery pack lock
Slide this lock to attach/detach the internal battery pack to/from this personal computer.
\ Internal battery pack
The internal battery pack is mounted here.
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1 Port replicator release button
Slide this button to remove the port replicater
from the personal computer.
2 LAN connector
Connector for connecting a LAN cable.
3 Expansion keyboard connector
Connector for connecting a separately sold PS/2 standard numeric keypad.
4 Mouse connector
Connector for connecting a separately sold PS/2 mouse.
5 USB connector (Invalid for the Windows NT system)
Connector for connecting a peripheral equipment which meets the USB standard.
6 CRT connector
Connector for connecting a separately sold CRT monitor.
7 Parallel connector
Connector for connecting a separately sold printer.
8 Serial connector
Connector for connecting an optional equipment of the RS-232C interface standard.
9 FDD unit connector
Connector for connecting a separately sold floppy disk unit.
! DC-IN connector
Connector for connecting the AC adaptor that comes with this computer.
" Connector
Connector for connecting the port replicater.
Port replicator
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1 SUS/RES indicator ( )
When this computer is operating, this indicator lights up; when the computer is in suspend mode,
this indicator flashes.
2 AC adaptor indicator ( )
Lights up when the power is being supplied from the AC adaptor.
3 Battery pack mounting indicators ( 1, 2, )
Lights up when the battery pack is mounted. The number 1 refers to the b uilt-in battery pack and
the number 2 refers to the expanded battery pack.
4 Battery charging indicator ( )
Lights up when the battery is charging; flashes when the battery is too hot or cold to charge.
5 Remaining battery charge indicator ( )
Displays the amount of charge remaining in the corresponding battery.
6 CD-ROM drive access indicator ( )
Lights up while data is being read from the CD-ROM or the DVD-ROM.
7 Hard disk access indicator ( )
Lights up while the internal hard disk or the 2nd hard disk is being accessed.
8 Floppy disk access indicator ( )
Lights up while data is being read/written on the floppy disk or the LS-120 disk.
9 PC card access indicator (
1 2
)
Lights up while the PC card in the corresponding PC card slot is being accessed.
The indicator 1 corresponds to the built-in PC card slot, while the indicator 2 corresponds to the
PC card drive unit mounted in the multi-bay.
1
1
2
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Status Indicator LCD
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! Num Lock indicator (
1
)
Lights up when [Num Lk] key is pressed to put the keyboard into numeric keypad mode.
" Caps Lock indicator (
A
)
Lights up when [Shift] + [Caps lock] keys are pressed to put the keyboard into CAPS mode.
# Scroll Lock indicator ( )
Lights up or goes out each time the [Fn] + [Scr Lk] keys are pressed.
Critical Point
If you turn off the main switch or operate the SUS/RES button while the hard disk access
indicator or floppy disk access indicator is lit, the data being accessed may be destroyed.
When the main switch is switched off, all the indicators other than charging go off. However,
the AC adaptor lamp comes on regardless of the status indicator lamp when power is being
supplied.
When you use Windows 98, if the CD automatic insertion function is enabled, the system
periodically checks for a CD. Therefore, the CD-ROM drive access indicator on the status
indicator LCD lights up periodically.
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2. Flat Point
The main operations for this computer use the flat point. This item explains the flat point.
The flat point is a convenient pointing device that moves the mouse pointer with your fingertips. It
comprises the operating surface and the two buttons in front of it. The operating surface has the
same function as the ball section of a mouse. Y ou mo v e the mouse pointer on the screen by moving
your fingertip up, down, left, and right along the operating surface. You can also carry out such
operations as clicking, double clicking, pointing, and dragging by tapping lightly on the operating
surface. The left and right buttons correspond to the buttons the mouse. Their functions depend on
the application software.
Operating surface
Left button
Right button
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There is a slight difference in a result of pointing operation among operators because of the
operation principle of the flat point. Given an example, pointing operation is influenced by
moisture of the operator’ s fingertips (dry or wet fingers).
If the operating surface is dirty or moist because of high humidity , etc., it may cause malfunction
of the operating surface. If it occurs, wipe down the operating surface with dry soft cloth to
remove the moisture and dirt. If the operating surface is badly soiled, wipe out the dirt with soft
cloth moistened with a neutral detergent thinned with water.
When you intend to use an optional mouse, access the “Keyboard/Mouse Setting” menu of
the “BIOS Setup” and set items necessary for operating the mouse together with the flat point.
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Flat Point Usage
Click Either tap the operating surface once or press the
left button once until it clicks, then immediately
release it. Clic king the right button once is called
a right click.
Double click Either tap the operating surface twice consecu-
tively or twice quickly press the left button twice
until it clicks, then immediately release it.
Point Align the mouse pointer with a menu item or the
like. If there is a level beneath the manual item
on which you placed the mouse pointer (if > is
displayed at the right end of the menu item), that
menu is displayed.
Drag Move the mouse pointer to any position, then
quickly tap the operating surface twice . After the
second tap, do not remov e your fingertip from the
operating surface, b ut drag it along the oper ating
surface to the desired position, then remove y our
finger from the operating surface.
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You can also carry out the click and drag operations in combination with the buttons.
Tap gently and quickly with your fingertips. There is no need for much force.
When you are moving the mouse pointer with the flat point, if you lift up your fingertip and
bring it back down to a different point on the operating surface, the mouse pointer on the
screen does not move. If y ou drag your fingertip along the operating surface from the position
where you brought it back down, the mouse pointer on the screen moves in the direction in
which you drag your fingertip.
The interval between taps for double clic king can be adjusted with Mouse in the Control Panel
for Windows 98.
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3. Keyboard
The keyboard is the de vice for giving instructions to the computer , inputting data, and e xecuting. The
keys can be divided into two types.
Numeric Keypad Mode
The mode in which some of the character keys are used as numeric keys (with a key layout that
makes numeric input easier) instead of their normal functions is called numeric keypad mode. The
keyboard is switched to numeric keypad mode with [Num Lk]. (In numeric keypad mode, 1 is displayed on the status indicator LCD.) The keys surrounded by thick lines in the diagram above become the numeric keypad. The numbers input with these keys are printed in front of each key.
Critical Point
When the separately sold numeric keypad is connected, if you press [Num Lk] to put the
computer into numeric keypad mode, the keys on the external numeric keypad are enabled,
but the numeric keypad section on the keyboard is disabled.
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Control keys
Character keys
Keyboard
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Names of the Main Keys and their Functions
Esc (escape) key
The usage is determined by the application software. It is often used to return to the previous
operation.
F1-F12 (function) keys
The usage depends on the application software.
Fn key
A key unique to this computer; it has the following functions.
[Fn] + [F3] This switches ON/OFF of the speaker.
When a pip sounds with this operation, the speaker is on. When nothing
sounds, the speaker is turned off.
[Fn] + [F5] This selects whether or not to use the entire LCD screen for display in text
mode.
[Fn] + [F6] Turns down the backlight of the LCD.
[Fn] + [F7] Turns up the backlight of the LCD.
[Fn] + [F10] Rotates among the three display options: LCD only, CRT only, both LCD
and CRT.
[Fn]+SUS/RES switch
Activates the Save To Disk function.
Space key Inputs a single space character.
(This is the long key with nothing written on it at the center of the front of the
keyboard.)
[↑][↓][←][→] (cursor) keys
Move the cursor.
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Luminance of the backlight of the LCD can be turned up (with [Fn] + [F7] keys) or turned
down (with [Fn] + [F6] keys) in three degrees.
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Enter key
Also called the return key or the line feed ke y . This k ey inputs line feeds and ex ecutes command.
Ctrl key
Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.
Shift key
Used in combination with other keys.
Alt key
Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software.
Caps Lock key
To lock the ke yboard into caps mode, press this k ey together with the Shift k e y. Pressing this
key again ends caps mode.
Num Lk (numerical lock) key
Press this key to put the computer into numeric keypad mode.
Scr Lk (scroll lock) key
Its functions depend on the application software.
Print Screen key
Press this key to make a hard copy of the screen.
Pause key
Press this key to pause the screen display.
Break key
Its functions depend on the application software.
Insert key
Press this key to insert a new character between characters . The ne w characters are entered
at the cursor position.
Delete key
Press this key to delete a character . Pressing the Delete key and the Ctrl and Alt keys at the
same time resets this computer.
Home key
Press this key to mov e the cursor directly to the head of the row or the head of the document.
End key
Press this key to move the cursor directly to the end of the row or the end of the document.
Pg Up key
Press this key to switch to the previous screen.
Pg Dn key
Press this key to switch to the next screen.
Back Space key
Press this key to delete the character to the left of the cursor position.
Sys Rq (system request) key
When this key is supported by the application software, this k ey is used f or such functions as
resetting the keyboard. Press this key together with the Alt key.
[ ] (Windows) key (only valid for Windows 98)
Press this key to display the Start menu.
[ ] (Application) key (only valid for Windows 98)
Press this key to displa y the shortcut menu for the selected item. This k ey has the same role
as the mouse right click.
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4. Switching on the Power
Switching on the power
This item explains the normal way to switch the computer main unit power on.
Critical Point
When turning on the personal computer connected with an optional FDD unit, check to see
whether a floppy disk is set in the floppy disk drive or not. If there is a floppy disk set in the
drive, be sure to remove it before turning on the computer.
1 Connect the AC adaptor.
First connect the AC power cord to the AC
adaptor (1), next connect the other cord of
the AC adaptor to the personal computer’ s DCIN connector (2). Lastly, plug the AC power
cord into an AC outlet (3).
1
2
3
AC adaptor
2 Open the LCD panel.
Push the latch to release the lock, then lift the
display panel with your hand.
Latch
3 Switch on the main switch of the
computer main unit.
Power is supplied from the AC adaptor, the
power comes on, and the POST starts. Also,
the etc. on the status indicator LCD are
displayed.
Main switch
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Critical Point
Do not carry this computer around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on. These
can result in breakdown.
Column
POST is the abbreviation for POWER ON SELF TEST, which is a self-diagnostic test that
checks for abnormalities within the computer . This test is automatically carried out when the
power is switched on f or this computer . If the power is switched off during the POST, an error
message is displayed the next time the computer is started up. Do not cut off the power
during the POST.
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5. Switching off the Power
This item explains how to switch off the power and gives precautions for switching off the
power.
Precautions for Switching Off the Power
The following precautions must be observed when switching off the power.
When switching off the main switch, end Windows 98 first.
When the main switch is switched off, if the suspend mode is suspend, the suspend function
stops working. If the application softw are has been suspended during execution, it is necessary
to save the data, then end the application software.
After you switch off the main switch, wait at least about ten seconds before switching it back
on again.
1 Click the Start button.
The Start menu is displayed.
2 Click Shut Down.
The following message is displayed.
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