Fujitsu P7230 User Manual

Fujitsu LifeBook

P7230 Notebook

User’s Guide

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B5FJ-4181-01EN-01

WARNING

Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash hands after handling.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

according to FCC Part 15

Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation

Address: 1250 E. Arques Avenue, MS 122

Sunnyvale, CA 94085

Telephone: (408) 746-6000

Declares that product: Model Configuration: LifeBook P7230 Notebook

Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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

LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed I.T.E. Adapters with an output rating of 16 VDC, with a minimum current of 3.75 A.

AC adapter output polarity:

When using your notebook, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

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Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

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Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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Do not use the modem to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

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To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.

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For TV Tuner Models: To protect from overvoltages and transients on the Cable Distribution System, make sure that the outer shield of the coaxial cable is connected to earth (grounded) at the building premises as close to the point of cable entrance as practicable, as required per NEC Article 820.93, ANSI/NFPA 70:

2005. If you have questions about your CATV installation, contact your service provider.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Authorized Repair Technicians Only

RECYCLING YOUR BATTERY

Over time, the batteries that run your mobile computer will begin to hold a charge for a shorter amount of time; this is a natural occurrence for all batteries. When this occurs, you may want to replace the battery with a fresh one*. If you replace it, it is important that you dispose of the old battery properly because batteries contain materials that could cause environmental damage if disposed of improperly.

Fujitsu is very concerned with environmental protection, and has enlisted the services of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC)**, a non-profit public service organization dedicated to protecting our environment by recy-

cling old batteries at no cost to you.

RBRC has drop-off points at tens of thousands of locations throughout the United States and Canada. To find the location nearest you, go to www.RBRC.org 800-822-8837.

If there are no convenient RBRC locations near you, you can also go to the EIA Consumer Education Initiative website (http://EIAE.org/

) and search for a convenient

disposal location.

Remember – protecting the environment is a cooperative effort, and you should make every effort to protect it for current and future generations.

* To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile

computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at

www.shopfujitsu.com

in the US or www.fujitsu.ca/

products/notebooks in Canada.

** RBRC is an independent third party to which Fujitsu

provides funding for battery recycling; RBRC is in no way affiliated with Fujitsu.

or call 1-

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CAUTION - HOT SURFACE: The bottom of this notebook computer can become hot when used for long periods of time. When using this notebook, take caution to limit long term or continuous use while resting it on exposed skin, such as the lap.

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

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

Table of Contents

Fujitsu LifeBook® P7230 Notebook

Table of Contents

PREFACE

About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Fujitsu Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Overview

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Locating the Controls/Connectors

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Status Indicator Panel

Hard Disk/Optical Drive Access Indicator . . . . . .12

Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Num Lock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Caps Lock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Scroll Lock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Keyboard

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Touchpad Pointing Device

Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Scrolling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Volume Control

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

LifeBook Application Panel

Configuring the Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . .18

Flexible Bay Devices

Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . .20

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK

Power Sources

Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Display Panel

Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .26

Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Starting Your LifeBook Notebook

Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Hard Disk Drive Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Booting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Starting Windows Vista the first time . . . . . . . . . 28

Starting Windows XP the First Time . . . . . . . . . . 29

Registering Your LifeBook notebook. . . . . . . . . . 29

Installing Click Me! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

LifeBook P7000 Notebook

Power Management

Suspend/Resume/Power On Button. . . . . . . . . .30

ECO Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 31

Windows Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES

Lithium ion Battery

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Optical Drive

Media Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Loading a DVD or CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Removing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Using the Optical Drive Software . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Using the Optical Drive on Battery Power . . . . . 38

Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Emergency Tray Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

PC Cards

Inserting/Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Memory Stick/SD/xD Slot

Inserting Memory Stick/SD/xD Cards. . . . . . . . . 41

Removing A Memory Stick/SD/xD Card . . . . . . 42

Memory Upgrade Module

Accessing the Memory Compartment . . . . . . . . 43

Removing a Memory Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Installing a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Checking the Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Device Ports

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

IEEE 1394 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Universal Serial Bus Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Headphone/Line-Out Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

External Video Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

USING THE WIRELESS LAN

Before Using the Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device . . . . . . . 52

Wireless Network Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Deactivating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Enabling the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Configuration of the WLAN Device

Configuring the WLAN with Windows Vista . . . 55 Configuring the WLAN Using Windows XP . . . 55

Troubleshooting the WLAN

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Wireless LAN Glossary

Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

IP address information

Additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

WLAN Specifications

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Using the Bluetooth Device

What is Bluetooth? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Where to Find Information About Bluetooth . . . 66

TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Emergency DVD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Restoring Your Pre-installed Software

Restoring the Factory Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Using the Shock Sensor Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Automatically Downloading Driver Updates. . . . 81

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Media Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Learning About Your Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

GLOSSARY

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

APPENDIX A: USING THE FINGERPRINT SENSOR DEVICE

Fingerprint Sensor Device

Introducing the Fingerprint

Sensor Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

Installing OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

User Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Using OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Configuring OmniPass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

OmniPass Control Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

LifeBook P7000 Notebook

Preface

LifeBook P7000 Notebook

Preface

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The LifeBook P7230 Series notebook from Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation is a small but powerful computer. Depending upon your configuration, it is powered by an Intel® Core Solo or an Intel Core Duo processor, has a built-in wide-aspect Crystal View color display, and has a variety of other useful options to make it a truly ultra-portable notebook.

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

It comes with Microsoft Windows® XP Professional, Windows Vista™ Home Premium, or Windows Vista Business operating system pre-installed.

Conventions Used in the Guide

Depending upon your notebook’s operating system, different steps are required for certain procedures. Those steps are differentiated in this manual, where applicable.

Keyboard keys and on-screen buttons appear in brackets. Example: [Fn], [F1], [ESC], and [CTRL].

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

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

FUJITSU CONTACT INFORMATION

Service and Support

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

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

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E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com

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Website: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support

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

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Product name

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Product configuration number

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Product serial number

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Purchase date

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Conditions under which the problem occurred

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Any error messages that have occurred

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Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu Online

You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook notebook going to the website at: www.shopfujitsu.com.

You can reach Fujitsu Service and Support by going to the Fujitsu website at www.computers.us.fujitsu.com and clicking on the Support link.

You must have an active internet connection to use the online URL links.

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.

WARRANTY

Your LifeBook notebook is backed by an International Limited Warranty. Check the service kit that came with your notebook for warranty terms and conditions.

LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section One

Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook

LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section Two

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 notebook

Overview

This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook P7230 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.

UNPACKING

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

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LifeBook P7230 notebook(Figure 2-1)

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

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Lithium ion battery

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Wei g ht S ave r

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Driver and Application Restore Disc

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Recovery Disc

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Phone/modem (RJ-11) telephone cable

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Getting Started Guide

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International Limited Warranty Brochure

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Certification of Authenticity

Depending upon the configuration of your system, one or more of the following items may also be included:

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Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

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Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer

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External Floppy Disk Drive

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Modular 2nd battery

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Additional main high capacity battery

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Roxio EasyMedia Creator disc

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CyberLink application disc

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Built-in camera disc

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

Figure 2-2 AC Adapter

LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section Two

Wireless LAN On/Off Switch

Fingerprint Sensor/ Scroll Button

Built-in Camera (optional)

Built-in Microphones

Display Panel

Status Indicator Panel

Application A Button

ECO Button Suspend/Resume/

Power On Button

PC Card Eject Button

Air Vents

Memory Stick/SD/xD Slot

Figure 2-3 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.

Wireless LAN On/Off Switch

Allows you to turn the optional Wireless LAN device on and off. Note that this switch is present on all models of the LifeBook P7230 notebook, but it is functional only on those with an optional Wireless LAN installed.

Optional Built-in Camera

The optional built-in camera has a resolution of 1.3 megapixels. For instructions on using the camera, see the help files that are included with the camera software application.

Built-in Microphones

The two built-in microphones allow you to input mono audio. The built-in microphones support noise-cancellation when used with applicable third-party software.

Display Panel

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

Stereo Speakers

Keyboard

Touchpad Pointing Device

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. (See Status Indicator Panel on page 12 for more

information)

Application A Button

The application button can be programmed to launch any program the user chooses simply by pressing the button. The default for this button is Internet Explorer.

(See Configuring the Application Panel on page 18 for more information).

ECO Button

The ECO button launches the Power Saving Utility which is programmed in the LifeBook Application Pane l. (See ECO Button on page 30 for more information) This button can also be programmed as a second application button.(See Configuring the Application Panel on page 18 for more information).

Suspend/Resume/Power On Button

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

page 30 for more information)

Stereo Speakers

The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.

Keyboard

A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See Keyboard on page 13 for more information)

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left, right, and fingerprint sensor/scroll button). (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 15 for more information).

Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot

The Memory Stick/Secure Digital (SD)/xD Picture card slot allows you to insert a flash memory card for data storage. This architecture allows you to transfer data between a variety of different digital devices. (See

Inserting Memory Stick/SD/xD Cards on page 41 for more information)

Air Vents

The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating.

To protect your notebook from damage and to optimize system performance, be sure to keep all air all vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This may require periodic cleaning, depending upon the environment in which the system is used.

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.

PC Card Eject Button

The PC Card Eject button allows you to remove a card from the PC Card slot. (See Removing PC Cards on

page 40 for more information)

Fingerprint Recognition Sensor

The fingerprint recognition sensor allows you to increase the security of your system by having it "recognize" your unique fingerprint. (See Fingerprint Sensor Device on page 107 for more information)

The fingerprint recognition sensor can also be used as a scrolling button that lets you navigate quickly through a document without having to use the window scroll bars. (See Scrolling on page 20 for more information)

LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section Two

External Monitor Port

Anti-theft Lock Slot

Microphone Jack

Headphone Jack

Figure 2-4 LifeBook notebook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS

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

External Monitor Port

The external monitor port allows you to connect your LifeBook notebook to an external monitor. (See External

Video Port on page 47 for more information)

Headphone/Line-Out Jack

The headphone/line-out jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (See Head-

phone/Line-Out Jack on page 46 for more information)

PC Card Slot

The PC Card Slot allows you to insert one Type II PC Card. (See PC Cards on page 40 for more information)

USB 2.0 Ports

The USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus

2.0 devices. There are two USB port: one on the left side of the system and one on the right. (See Universal Serial

Bus Ports on page 46 for more information)

IEEE 1394 Port

The IEEE 1394 port (also known as “Firewire”) is used to connect between your LifeBook and a peripheral such as a digital video camera. (See IEEE 1394 Port on page 46

for more information)

PC Card Slot

Air Vents

IEEE 1394 Port

USB 2.0 Port

Air Vents

The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating.

Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.

Microphone Jack

The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (See Microphone Jack on page 46 for

more information)

Anti-theft Lock Slot

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

Getting to Know Your LifeBook

Flexible Bay

Figure 2-5 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 a standard DVD/ CD-RW Drive, a Dual-Layer Multi Format DVD Writer, or an optional modular bay battery. If no device is installed, the weight saver should be installed. (See Flex-

ible Bay Devices on page 20 for more information)

USB 2.0 Port

The USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus

2.0 devices. There are two USB ports on the left side of the system and one on the right. (See Universal Serial Bus

Ports on page 46 for more information)

DC Power Jack

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

USB 2.0 Port

DC Power Jack

LifeBook P7000 Notebook – Section Two

Modem Port

Figure 2-6 LifeBook notebook rear panel

LAN Port

REAR PANEL COMPONENTS

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

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port

The Modem (RJ-11) telephone port is for attaching a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K modem. (See Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port on page 45

for more information)

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.

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

LAN (RJ-45) Port

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

(See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port on page 45 for more information)

For additional information about the multinational modem, refer to the Fujitsu website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers.

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Lithium ion Battery

Battery Release Latch

Air Vents

(several

locations)

Flexible Bay Release Latch

Port Replicator Connector

Figure 2-7 LifeBook notebook bottom panel

BOTTOM COMPONENTS

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

Battery Release Latches

Slide the battery releases to unlatch the battery.

Port Replicator Connector

The port replicator connector docks with the connector on the optional port replicator to provide additional connectivity.

Before docking or undocking your notebook with the port replicator, be sure to touch a grounded metal object to prevent electrostatic discharge from affecting the computer components.

Lithium ion Battery

The internal Lithium ion battery can be installed in the battery bay by aligning it with the slides and pushing it into place. The battery can be removed when swapping with a charged battery, or when the computer is to be stored for a long period of time. (See Lithium ion Battery

on page 35 for more information)

Memory Module Cover

Removable cover over the memory modules. (See Removing a Memory Module on page 43 for more information)

Battery Release Latch

Memory Module Cover

Hard Disk Drive Cover

Removable cover over the hard disk drive. Under ordinary circumstances, it should not be necessary to remove this cover.

Flexible Bay Release Latch

The Flexible Bay Release Latch releases the flexible bay device for removal. (See Removing and Installing

Modular Devices on page 20 for more information)

Air Vents

The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating.

Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.

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Optical Drive Access

Battery 1 Charging Indicator

Battery 1 Hard Drive/

Battery 2 Charging Indicator

Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays LEDs adjacent to symbols that correspond with specific components of your LifeBook notebook. These lights tell you how each of those components is operating. (Figure 2-8). When you turn off the system, all indicators will go off, except when the battery is being charged.

HARD DISK/OPTICAL

DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR

The Hard Disk/optical drive access indicator lights when the hard disk or optical drive is being accessed. To prevent corruption of data, do not press the power button when the hard disk/optical drive access indicator is lit.

BATTERY

CHARGING INDICATORS

When the AC adapter is connected to your system, these indicators show the status of the specified battery charging (either the primary battery 1 or modular battery 2), as follows:

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Green, solid: The battery is either fully charged or the AC adapter is connected and there is no battery pack installed.

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Orange, solid: The battery pack is charging.

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Orange, blinking: Charging is suspended due to excessively high or low battery temperature.

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Off: No AC adapter is connected.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

The Battery Level indicators display the charge level of the indicated battery pack, as follows:

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Green, solid: Battery is between 50% and 100% charged.

Battery 2 Num Lock

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Orange, solid: Battery is between 13% and 49%

Indicator

Caps Lock Indicator

Scroll Lock IndicatorLevel Indicator Level Indicator

charged.

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Red, solid: Battery is between 0% and 12% charged.

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Orange, blinking: Blinks during battery status measurement (Four seconds after the battery is installed).

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Red, blinking: There is a problem with the battery.

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Off: There is no battery installed.

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If the battery pack is installed while the power is turned off, the battery level indicator will display the charge level for five seconds after it blinks orange.

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If the AC adapter is not connected or the battery pack is not fully charged when the computer is switched to standby mode, the indicator will blink. The LED blinks at the rate of one second on/five seconds off.

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

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A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

NUM LOCK INDICATOR

The Num Lock indicator states that the integral keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.

CAPS LOCK INDICATOR

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

SCROLL LOCK INDICATOR

This indicator shows that your scroll lock is active.

Function Keys

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Back Space

Fn Key

Windows Start Key

Numeric Keypad

Figure 2-9 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 following keys. (Figure 2-9)

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

Windows Application Key

Cursor Keys

NUMERIC KEYPAD

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

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. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.)

CURSOR KEYS

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

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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 for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key.

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

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[Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Quick Point feature on and off. Note that the [Fn+F4] combination only works if Manual Setting is selected in the BIOS. (See “Entering the BIOS Setup Utility” on page 28)

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[Fn+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [Fn] allows you to toggle between video compensation and no compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing on the display. When it is enabled, displays set to 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still cover the entire screen.)

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

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

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[Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your LifeBook notebook.

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[Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook.

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

Left Button

Fingerprint Sensor/

Scroll Button

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Touchpad

Cursor Control

Right Button

Figure 2-10 Touchpad pointing device

Touchpad Pointing Device

The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your 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 moves the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. The scrolling button allows you to navigate quickly through pages, without having to use the scroll bars. (Figure 2-14)

The scrolling button also acts as a fingerprint sensor. For information on using the optional fingerprint sensor, refer to “Fingerprint Sensor Device” on page 105.

CLICKING

Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To leftclick, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press the right button once, and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once. (Figure 2-11)

Figure 2-11 Clicking methods

DOUBLE-CLICKING

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

(Figure 2-12)

Figure 2-12 Double-clicking methods

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If the interval between clicks is too

long, the double-click will not be executed.

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

DRAGGING

Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then release your finger. (Figure 2-13)

Figure 2-13 Dragging methods

SCROLLING

Using the Scrolling button allows you to navigate through a document quickly without using the window’s scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigating through on-line pages. To use the Scrolling button, move your finger forward or backward across the button to scroll up or down a page. When you have reached the desired section of the page, raise your finger.

(Figure 2-14)

Figure 2-14 Scrolling with scrolling button

Figure 2-15 Scrolling with Touchpad

TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

If you need to change or adjust any of the touchpad control functions, you can customize them from the Mouse properties dialog box in the Control Panel. Click on Start, select Settings > Control Panel, then doubleclick Mouse.

Note that you can also scroll by sliding your finger up and down the right side of the touchpad. This feature is disabled by default, but you can enable it by going to Start -> Control Panel -> Mouse.

The scrolling button is also used as a fingerprint sensor. To use the fingerprint sensor device, refer to the appendix of this document. (See Fingerprint Sensor Device on page 105 for more information)

Volume Control

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

Any software that contains audio files 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 volume to Off, you will override external volume control settings.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME

The volume can be controlled in several different ways:

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Volume can be set from within the Volume Control in the system tray.

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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

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

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Certain external audio devices you might connect to your system may have hardware volume controls.

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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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Application A Button

Figure 2-16. LifeBook Application Panel

ECO Button

Power/Suspend/Resume Button (for reference only)

LifeBook Application Panel

A unique feature of your notebook is the LifeBook Application Panel. The Application Panel makes your LifeBook notebook more than just another computer. This panel allows you to launch selected applications with the touch of a button.

Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under [Start] -> All Programs -> Application Panel.

The panel consists of two buttons, labeled “A” and “ECO”. Pressing either of the application buttons will launch a user-defined application. The defaults are as

follows:

Button Label Default Application

A Internet Explorer

ECO www.google.com

The ECO button is initially set to default to power saving mode when it is pressed. For more information about the power saving mode, see “ECO Button” on page 30.

CONFIGURING THE APPLICATION PANEL

When you start your system, the LifeBook Application Panel is automatically activated. As an application launcher, the LifeBook Application Panel gives you a variety of options. To set up the panel to best suit your needs, the Application Panel Setup utility will quickly

and easily help you make the most of this valuable feature.

By default, pressing the “A” button will open the Internet Explorer browser. Pressing the “ECO” button will open a power-saving utility window by default.

Either of these button defaults can be changed using the following procedure.

To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with the Application Panel Setup utility:

1. Click on [Start] -> All Programs.

2. Select LifeBook Application Panel from the drop- down menu, then click on Setup of LifeBook Appli- cation Panel. The Button Setting window will open.

The Button Setting window has tabs that correspond to the buttons on the application panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch specific programs, as noted above.

In order to reconfigure a button to launch a different program, follow these steps:

1. On the Button Setting window, click the tab of the button you want to configure.

2. Ensure that the “Enable this button” check box is selected, then click the [Application registration...] button.

3. You can either select an application from the Start menu, or select an application directly by clicking the “Select from Start Menu” or “Select directly” button, respectively.

4. Once you’ve selected an application, click [Next].

5. In the next window, you can select to play a sound when the application starts.

6. Click [Finish] to complete the procedure. After this point, whenever you click the appropriate application button, the application to which you assigned it will start.

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

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

If you choose to use the buttons when the notebook is in standby or turned off, they will function even if hit accidentally, and will turn on your notebook even if you are not using the notebook. This could deplete your battery, and you will need to recharge it before using the notebook.

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Figure 2-17 Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay

Flexible Bay Devices

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DualLayer Multi-Format DVD Writer, a modular DVD/CDRW combo drive, a modular Lithium ion battery, or a weight saver. (Figure 2-17)

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Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: This allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs and record to DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, CDR/RW, DVD-R, and DVD-RAM discs.

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Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive: This allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as well as to write to CDs.

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Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a rechargeable battery that can be used to power your LifeBook notebook when an adapter is not connected.

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Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no device is installed.

REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES

To remove and install modular devices in the Flexible Bay, you can perform either a cold-swapping or hotswapping of the device. Cold-swapping means swapping devices while your LifeBook notebook is powered off. Hot-swapping occurs when your system is powered on with a charged main battery or AC Adapter

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. Turn the system over and slide the release latch (Figure 2-18). Pull out the Flexible Bay device from the slot.

Flexible Bay Release Latch

Figure 2-18 Removing a device from the Flexible Bay

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.

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