Cabin Laptop S Seriesbook User Manual

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
according to FCC Part 15  
Responsible Party Name:  
Fujitsu PC Corporation  
Address:  
598 Gibraltar Drive  
Milpitas, CA 95035  
Telephone:  
(408) 935-8800  
Declares that product:  
Model Configurations:  
LifeBook S-4510  
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 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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This equipment is designed to be connected to the tele-  
phone network or premises wiring using a standard  
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68  
compliant and a line cord between the modem and the  
telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.  
C A U T I O N  
Changes or modification not expressly approved by  
Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority  
to operate the equipment.  
The REN is used to determine the number of devices  
that you may connect to your telephone line and still  
have all of those devices ring when your number is  
called. Too many devices on one line may result in  
failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most,  
but not all, areas the sum of the RENs of all of the  
devices should not exceed five (5). To be certain of  
the number of devices you may connect to your line,  
as determined by the RENs, contact your local  
telephone company.  
FCC NOTICES  
Notice to Users of Radios and Television  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-  
tion against harmful interference in a residential installa-  
tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is  
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a partic-  
ular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception, which can  
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the  
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network,  
your telephone company may discontinue your service  
temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance.  
If advance notice is not practical they will notify you as  
soon as possible. You will also be advised of your right to  
file a complaint with the FCC.  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment  
This fax modem also complies with fax branding  
requirements per FCC Part 68.  
and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a  
different circuit than the receiver.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
Your telephone company will probably ask you to  
disconnect this equipment from the telephone network  
until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the  
equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may  
not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by  
your telephone company. Connection to party lines is  
subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility  
commission, public service commission or corporation  
commission for more information.  
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this  
equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF  
emission limits governing this device.  
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network  
Your LifeBook notebook may be supplied with an  
internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC  
rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the FCC  
Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence  
Number (REN) for this equipment among other infor-  
mation. If requested, the user must provide their tele-  
phone company with the following information:  
This equipment includes automatic dialing capability.  
When programming and/or making test calls to  
emergency numbers:  
Remain on the line and briefly explain to the  
dispatcher the reason for the call.  
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such  
1. The telephone number to which the notebook  
is connected.  
as early morning or late evening.  
FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible  
telephones in the following locations or applications:  
2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for  
this equipment.  
3. That the equipment requires a standard  
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC  
Part 68 compliant.  
All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit  
card telephones.  
4. The FCC Registration Number.  
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Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway,  
railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired  
hearing might be isolated in an emergency.  
Places where telephones are specifically installed to  
alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or  
medical assistance personnel.  
Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be  
made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility.  
Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by  
Fujitsu™ PC Corporation or any equipment failures  
may give the telecommunication company cause to  
request the user to disconnect the equipment from the  
telephone line.  
Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities,  
convalescent homes and prisons.  
Workstations for the hearing impaired.  
Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.  
Stores where telephones are used by patrons to  
order merchandise.  
The connecting arrangement code for this equipment  
is CA11A.  
The Load Number is 0.3.  
Public transportation terminals where telephones are  
used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.  
In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the  
rooms must contain hearing aid compatible tele-  
phones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible  
telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired  
customers on request.  
The Load Number assigned to each telephone terminal  
device denotes the percentage of the total load to be  
connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used by  
the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a  
loop may consist of any combination of devices such  
that the total of the load numbers of all devices does not  
exceed 100.  
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES  
Notice to Users of Radios and Television  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all  
requirements of the Canadian Interference-  
Causing Equipment Regulations.  
C A U T I O N  
For safety, users should ensure that the electrical  
ground of the power utility, the telephone lines and  
the metallic water pipes are connected together.  
Users should NOT attempt to make such connections  
themselves but should contact the appropriate electric  
inspection authority or electrician. This may be  
particularly important in rural areas.  
CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes  
les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur  
du Canada.  
Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network  
The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies certified  
equipment. This certification means that the equipment  
meets certain telecommunications network protective,  
operational, and safety requirements. The Department  
does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the  
user’s satisfaction.  
Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau  
Téléphonique Canadien  
Létiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie  
l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie que  
l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de protection,  
d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommu-  
nications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionne-  
ment de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.  
LifeBook notebook computers are supplied with an  
internal modem which complies with the Industry  
Canada certification standards for telecommunication  
network protection and safety requirements. Before  
connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user  
should ensure that it is permissible to connect this  
equipment to the local telecommunication facilities.  
The user should be aware that compliance with the  
certification standards does not prevent service  
degradation in some situations.  
La série LifeBookTM E possède un modem interne  
conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie  
Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunica-  
tions et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de  
connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique,  
l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet  
équipement aux installations de télécommunications  
locales. Lutilisateur est averti que même la conformité  
aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas  
empêcher la dégradation du service.  
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Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications  
doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance  
agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui  
n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,  
ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la  
compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utili-  
sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.  
UL Notice (For Authorized Repair Technicians Only)  
C A U T I O N  
For continued protection against risk of fire, replace  
only with the same type and rating fuse.  
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement  
est CA11A.  
C A U T I O N  
Danger of explosion if CMOS battery is incorrectly  
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type  
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used  
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.  
Le numéro de charge est 0.3.  
Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal télépho-  
nique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant  
être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique,  
utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute  
surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle peut être consti-  
tuée de n’importe quelle combinaison de périphériques  
de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les  
périphériques n’excède pas 100.  
AV E R T I S S E M E N T  
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier  
que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes  
télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont  
connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS  
tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais  
doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installa-  
tions électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut  
être particulièrement important en régions rurales.  
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Fujitsu® LifeBookS Series Notebook  
Table of Contents  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive  
Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
SECTION ONE  
Hard Drive or Removable  
PREFACE  
Media Drive Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . .18  
PC Card Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
ScrLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
About This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
SECTION TWO  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR  
LIFEBOOK  
Keyboard  
Using the Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Windows Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Overview  
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
LifeBook Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Touchpad Pointing Device  
Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Double-Clicking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Touchpad Control Adjustment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Locating the Controls  
and Connectors  
Top and Front Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Volume Control  
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Setting the Hardware Volume Control. . . . . . . . .23  
Flexible Bay Devices  
Status Indicator Panel  
Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . . .25  
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
AC Adapter Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
LifeBook Application Panel  
Application Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel. . . .26  
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Pre-Installed Software  
SECTION FOUR  
USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES  
Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 28  
PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
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LapLink Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
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Lithium Ion Battery  
Microsoft Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Recharging the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Replacing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Microsoft Press Interactive Training . . . . . . . . . . 28  
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McAfee VirusScan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
®
PMSet 98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
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Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 28  
SECTION THREE  
GETTING STARTED  
SuperDisk™ 120 Drive  
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Software Eject for LS-120 Disk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Power Sources  
Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Display Panel  
Opening the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
CD-ROM Drive  
Loading a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Removing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Emergency CD Tray Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Automatic Insertion Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Starting Your LifeBook  
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Booting the System with Windows 98 . . . . . . . 34  
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
DVD/CD-ROM Drive  
DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Removing a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Emergency DVD/CD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Using the DVD Player on Battery Power . . . . . . 53  
Automatic Insertion Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
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Power Management  
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Windows 98 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
PC Cards  
Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Memory Upgrade Module  
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 57  
To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 58  
Checking the Computer Recognition  
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
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Port Replicator  
SECTION SIX  
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Detaching the Port Replicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85  
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
DVD/CD-RW/CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
Device Ports  
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Serial Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Stereo Line-In Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
SECTION SEVEN  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Mass Storage Device Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Dimensions and Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
SECTION FIVE  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 79  
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80  
SECTION EIGHT  
GLOSSARY  
Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95  
INDEX  
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103  
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Section One  
Preface  
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3  
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Preface  
W A R N I N G  
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hazardous to either you, your notebook, or your files.  
Please read all warning information carefully.  
ABOUT THIS GUIDE  
The LifeBook S Series notebook from Fujitsu PC Corpo-  
ration is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by  
an Intel® Pentium® microprocessor, has a built-in color  
display, a vast array of possible configurations, and  
brings the computing power of desktop personal  
computers (PCs) to a portable environment.  
FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION  
Service and Support  
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support the  
following ways:  
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook  
Series’ hardware and built-in system software. Your  
notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.  
Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)  
Fax: 1-901-259-5700  
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com  
It comes with Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed.  
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:  
The LifeBook S Series notebook is a completely self-  
contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD  
display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to  
support a variety of optional features.  
Product name  
Product configuration number  
Product serial number  
Purchase date  
Conditions under which the problem occurred  
Any error messages that have occurred  
Hardware configuration  
Type of device connected, if any  
Conventions Used in the Guide  
Keyboard keys appear in brackets.  
Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].  
Pages with additional information about a specific topic  
are cross-referenced within the text.  
Example: (See page xx.)  
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold  
Fujitsu On-line  
Example: Click OK to restart your notebook.  
You can go directly to the on-line Fujitsu Product  
catalog for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook  
Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows  
Start menu.  
DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type.  
Example: Shutdown the computer?  
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support on-line  
by clicking on the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site  
URL link, located in the Service and Support Software  
folder of the Windows Start menu.  
P O I N T  
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C A U T I O N  
P O I N T  
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important to your safety, to the safe operation of your  
computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read  
all caution information carefully.  
You must have an active internet connection to  
use the on-line URL links.  
WARRANTY  
Your notebook is backed by a one year International  
Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical  
support. Check the service kit that came with your  
notebook for warranty terms and conditions.  
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Section Two  
Getting to Know Your LifeBook  
Overview  
Keyboard  
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Locating the Controls  
and Connectors  
Touchpad Pointing Device  
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Volume Control  
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Setting the Hardware  
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Status Indicator Panel  
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Flexible Bay Devices  
Removing and Installing  
Modular Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive  
Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Hard Drive or Removable  
Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
LifeBook Application Panel  
Application Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . 18  
PC Card Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Configuring your LifeBook  
Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
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Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 28  
PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
LapLink Professional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Microsoft Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Microsoft Press Interactive Training . . . . . . . . . . 28  
McAfee VirusScan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
PMSet 98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Adobe Acrobat Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 28  
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Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook S Series notebook  
Depending on your configuration, one of the following  
devices is installed in the Flexible Bay:  
Overview  
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu  
LifeBook S Series notebook. We strongly recommend  
that you read it before using your notebook – even if you  
are already familiar with notebook computers.  
Modular 6x max DVD drive  
Modular 4x, 4x, 20x max CD-RW drive  
Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive  
Depending on your configuration these devices may also  
come with your notebook:  
UNPACKING  
When you receive your notebook, unpack it carefully,  
and compare the parts you have received with the items  
listed below.  
DVD software CD (for models with DVD drive)  
CD-RW software CD (for models with CD-RW drive)  
Modular USB Camera and software CD (custom  
configured models only)  
Modular SuperDisk 120 drive  
Modular second Lithium Ion battery  
Modular PC Card slot adapter  
For a Pre-configured model you should have:  
LifeBook S Series notebook from Fujitsu (Figure 2-1)  
AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)  
Port Replicator (Figure 2-3)  
External Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4)  
Lithium ion battery, pre-installed  
Weight Saver  
Phone/ Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable  
Recovery and Application Restore CD-ROMs  
Getting Started Guide  
User’s Guide  
Product Registration card  
Product Catalog  
Once you have checked and confirmed that your note-  
book system is complete, read through the following  
pages to learn about all of your notebook’s components.  
International Limited Warranty Brochure  
Microsoft Windows Manual and  
Certificate of Authenticity  
First Cabin Registration card and envelope  
Figure 2-2 AC Adapter  
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Modular Lithium Ion battery  
Modular PC Card slot adapter  
Modular Digital Bay Camera  
Full audio and video features:  
64 voice wavetable  
Zoomed Video support for full motion  
video acceleration  
Built-in stereo speakers  
Built-in mono microphone  
Stereo line-in jack  
Stereo headphone jack  
Microphone jack  
Figure 2-3 Port Replicator  
PC card slot accommodates 1 Type II card  
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for  
wireless data transfer  
Integrated pointing device for superb cursor control  
and comfort  
Full-size 87-key keyboard with three dedicated  
Windows keys  
USB device support  
wfm/DMI 2.0 compliant  
Figure 2-4 External Floppy Disk Drive  
VALUABLE LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE  
LIFEBOOK FEATURES  
Microsoft Windows 98 operating system  
Microsoft Works  
Microsoft Internet Explorer  
Netscape Communicator  
Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98  
LapLink Professional  
PC-Doctor  
PMSet 98  
McAfee VirusScan  
Adobe Acrobat Reader  
LifeBook Application Panel  
DVD Player (units with DVD drive)  
The Fujitsu LifeBook S Series notebook is a compact, yet  
powerful notebook computer available with a variety  
of features, including: (See Specifications on page 91 for  
more information)  
Latest high-speed Intel mobile processor  
SDRAM system memory  
Clear, bright TFT display  
Lithium Ion battery  
Built-in 9GB or 6GB hard drive  
Trident® CR9525DVD graphics controller,  
2.5MB of video RAM  
External monitor support with simultaneous  
CD-RW software (units with CD-RW drive)  
display capabilities  
LifeBook Application Panel  
Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with  
Internet Service Providers:  
AOL  
Compuserve™  
V.90 support  
Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) network  
Earthlink  
interface card with RJ-45 connector  
Flexible Bay which can support the following devices:  
P O I N T  
Modular 6x max DVD drive  
Modular 4x, 4x, 20x max CD-RW drive  
Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive  
Modular SuperDisk 120 drive  
Some software may come separately on a CD and will  
have to be installed.  
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PC Cards  
POPULAR ACCESSORIES  
CardBus Ethernet 10/100  
CreditCard Ethernet 10/100  
10/100+ Modem 56K  
For ordering or additional information on  
Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at  
www.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-800-733-0884.  
Modular PC Card slot adapter  
Memory Upgrades  
128MB SDRAM  
Additional Accessories  
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse  
Numeric Keypad  
Modular Digital Bay Camera  
USB Digital Camera  
Presentation Audio system  
TeleAdapt 16' TeleCord  
Notebook Guardian Lock  
Docking/Expansions  
Additional Port Replicator  
Universal LAN Hub  
Power  
Primary Lithium Ion battery  
Modular 2nd Lithium Ion battery  
Battery Charger  
Auto/Airline Adapter  
AC Adapter  
Carrying Cases  
Diplomat  
Diplomat with Airpro  
Folio  
ProPack Backpack  
Storage  
Executive Plus  
Modular SuperDisk 120 drive  
Modular CD-RW drive  
Modular DVD drive  
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Suspend/Resume Button  
Closed Cover Switch  
Stereo Speaker  
Display Panel  
Built-in Microphone  
Status Indicator Panel  
Touchpad  
Pointing Device  
LifeBook Application Panel  
Stereo Speaker  
Keyboard  
Display Panel Latch  
Figure 2-5 LifeBook S Series notebook with display open  
Display Panel  
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back  
lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 2-5)  
Locating the Controls  
and Connectors  
Built-in Microphone  
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.  
(Figure 2-5)  
TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS  
The following is a brief description of your notebooks  
top and front components.  
Status Indicator Panel  
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that corre-  
spond with a specific component of your notebook.  
(Figure 2-5) (See Status Indicator Panel on page 16 for  
more information)  
Display Panel Latch  
The display panel latch locks and releases the display  
panel. (Figure 2-5)  
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Suspend/Resume Button  
Keyboard  
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend  
notebook activity without powering off, resume your  
notebook from suspend mode, and power on your note-  
book when it has been shut down from Windows 98.  
(Figure 2-5) (See Suspend/Resume Button on page 36 for  
more information)  
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows  
keys. (Figure 2-5) (See Keyboard on page 19 for more  
information)  
Touchpad Pointing Device  
The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor  
control with two buttons. (Figure 2-5) (See Touchpad  
Pointing Device on page 21 for more information)  
Stereo Speakers  
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.  
(Figure 2-5)  
LifeBook Application Panel  
The application panel allows you to launch applications  
with the touch of a button when your system is on.  
(Figure 2-5) (See LifeBook Application Panel on page 26  
for more information)  
Closed Cover Switch  
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back  
lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-5)  
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Flexible Bay  
(shown with CD-ROM drive)  
Anti-theft Lock  
Flexible Bay Eject Lever  
Emergency CD Tray Release  
Figure 2-6 LifeBook S Series notebook left-side panel  
Flexible Bay Eject Lever  
The Flexible Bay eject lever releases the Flexible Bay  
device. (Figure 2-6)  
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS  
Following is a brief description of your notebooks  
left-side components.  
Emergency CD Tray Release  
Flexible Bay  
The Emergency CD Tray Release allows you to open  
the CD tray without powering on your notebook.  
(Figure 2-6)  
The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following  
devices. (Figure 2-6) (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 24  
for more information)  
Modular 6x max DVD drive  
Modular 4x, 4x, 24x max CD-RW drive  
Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive  
Modular SuperDisk 120 drive  
Modular Lithium Ion battery  
Modular PC Card slot adapter  
Anti-theft Lock Slot  
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional  
physical lock down device. (Figure 2-6)  
Modular Digital Bay Camera  
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Headphone Jack  
Microphone Jack  
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack  
PC Card Eject/Lock Button  
Stereo Line-in Jack  
Volume Control  
PC Card Slot  
Figure 2-7 LifeBook S Series notebook right-side panel  
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack  
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS  
Following is a brief description of your notebooks  
right-side components.  
The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching  
a telephone line to the internal 56K modem. (Figure 2-7)  
(See Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 61 for more  
information)  
Headphone Jack  
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones  
or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-7) (See Head-  
phone Jack on page 63 for more information)  
W A R N I N G  
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.  
Stereo Line-in Jack  
The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external  
audio source. (Figure 2-7) (See Stereo Line-In Jack on  
page 63 for more information)  
Microphone Jack  
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external  
mono microphone. (Figure 2-7) (See Microphone Jack on  
page 63 for more information)  
C A U T I O N  
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90  
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the  
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection  
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum  
speed is 33600bps at upload.  
Volume Control  
The volume control provides manual control of the  
sound level of all audio output. (Figure 2-7) (See Volume  
Control on page 23 for more information)  
PC Card Slot  
C A U T I O N  
The PC Card Slot allows you to install one Type II PC  
Card. (Figure 2-7) (See PC Cards on page 55 for more  
information)  
The internal modem on all Fujitsu notebooks from  
Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the  
United States and Canada. The modem may be  
certified in other countries.  
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Mini-Serial Port  
USB Port  
LAN (RJ-45) Jack  
External Monitor Port  
DC Power Jack  
Power Switch  
Figure 2-8 LifeBook S Series notebook rear panel  
LAN (RJ-45) Jack  
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS  
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal  
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) connection.  
(Figure 2-8) (See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack on page 61  
for more information)  
Following is a brief description of your notebooks rear  
panel components.  
Infrared Port  
The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communi-  
cate with another IrDA compatible infrared device  
without a cable. (Figure 2-8) (See Infrared Port on  
page 62 for more information)  
External Monitor Port  
The external monitor port allows you to connect an  
external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 2-8) (See  
External Monitor Port on page 63 for more information)  
Mini-Serial Port  
DC Power Jack  
The mini-serial port is for connecting the optional  
Mini-Serial Adapter, which allows you to use serial  
devices without the Port Replicator. (Figure 2-8)  
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter  
or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your note-  
book and charge the internal Lithium Ion Battery.  
(Figure 2-8)  
USB Port  
The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus  
devices. (Figure 2-8) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on  
page 62 for more information)  
Power Switch  
This switch is the main power switch for your notebook.  
(Figure 2-8)  
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Main Unit and  
Configuration  
Label  
Port Replicator  
Connector  
Memory Upgrade  
Compartment  
Lithium Ion  
Battery Bay  
Release Button  
Lithium Ion  
Battery Bay  
Lock Button  
Lithium Ion  
Battery Bay  
Hard Disk Drive  
Figure 2-9 LifeBook S Series notebook bottom panel  
Lithium Ion Battery Bay Release Button  
Slide the release button to release the internal battery.  
(Figure 2-9)  
BOTTOM COMPONENTS  
Following is a brief description of your notebooks  
bottom panel components.  
Lithium Ion Battery Bay  
Port Replicator Connector  
The battery bay contains the internal Lithium Ion  
battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery  
when stored over a long period of time or for swapping  
a discharged battery with a charged Lithium Ion battery.  
(Figure 2-9) (See Lithium Ion Battery on page 43 for more  
information)  
This connector allows you to connect the Port Replicator  
to your notebook. (Figure 2-9)  
Memory Upgrade Compartment  
Your notebook comes with high speed Synchronous  
Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade  
compartment allows you to expand the system memory  
capacity of your notebook, hence improving overall  
performance. (Figure 2-9) (See Memory Upgrade Module  
on page 57 for more information)  
Main Unit and Configuration Label  
The configuration label shows the model number and  
other information about your notebook. In addition,  
the configuration portion of the label has the serial  
number and manufacturer information that you will  
need to give your support representative. It identifies the  
exact version of various components of your notebook.  
(Figure 2-9)  
Lithium Ion Battery Bay Lock Button  
Slide this lock button to lock/unlock the internal battery.  
(Figure 2-9)  
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Hard Drive  
Access  
PC Card  
Access  
Battery  
Charging  
NumLk  
CapsLk  
ScrLk  
Identifier  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM  
Drive Access  
Battery  
Level  
Floppy/SuperDisk  
Drive Access  
AC Adapter  
Figure 2-10 Status Indicator Panel  
AC ADAPTER INDICATOR  
Status Indicator Panel  
The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook  
is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline  
adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different  
states that can tell you what power source your notebook  
is using.  
The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond  
with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook  
notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those  
components are operating. (Figure 2-10)  
On: This means that either of the adapters are  
POWER INDICATOR  
currently in use.  
Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and  
you do not have an adapter connected.  
The Power indicator symbol states whether your  
system is operational. It has several different states,  
each of which tells you what mode your notebook is  
in at that time.  
BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS  
The two Battery Level indicators state whether or not the  
primary Lithium Ion battery and/or the optional second  
Lithium Ion battery are installed (Battery 1 refers to the  
primary Lithium Ion battery, while Battery 2 refers to  
the Flexible Bay optional second battery). In addition,  
this symbol states how much charge is available within  
each installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed  
for a battery that is currently installed in your notebook.  
(Figure 2-11)  
Steady On: This means that there is power to your  
notebook and that it is ready for use.  
Flashing: This means that your notebook is in  
Suspend mode.  
Steady Off: This means that your system is either in  
Save-to-Disk mode, or that your notebook has been  
turned off with the power switch.  
If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator  
symbol will remain on even if your notebook is shut off.  
The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you  
have either adapter connected and are shut down from  
Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.  
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76%–100% Charging  
76%–100%  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM DRIVE  
ACCESS INDICATOR  
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator tells you  
that the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being accessed.  
If the Automatic Insertion function is active, the indi-  
cator will flash periodically when your system is  
checking the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. If the Auto-  
matic Insertion function is not active, the indicator will  
only flash when you access the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM  
drive. The default setting is the Automatic Insertion  
function active. (See Automatic Insertion Function on  
page 54 for more information)  
51%–75%  
26%–50%  
11%–25%  
Low Warning <11%  
Critical Low or  
Dead Battery  
Shorted Battery  
P O I N T  
The Windows 98 SE DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM  
Figure 2-11 Battery Level Indicator  
Automatic Insertion function will periodically check for  
a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in the drive, causing  
the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator to flash.  
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM automatic insertion  
function allows your system to automatically start a  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM as soon as it is inserted in the  
drive and the tray is closed. It will begin playing an  
audio DVD/CD or will start an application if the DVD/  
CD has an auto-run file (See Automatic Insertion  
Function on page 54 for more information)  
C A U T I O N  
A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.  
(Figure 2-11)  
P O I N T  
If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are  
not connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery  
Level indicators will also be off.  
HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE  
MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR  
The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your  
internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is  
being accessed.  
BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS  
Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators  
is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that  
specific battery is charging. This indicator operates  
whether the power switch is in the On or Off position,  
and will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.  
P O I N T  
The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which  
hard drive is being accessed.  
C A U T I O N  
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme  
temperatures can be permanently damaged.  
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FLOPPY/SUPERDISK DRIVE  
ACCESS INDICATOR  
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,  
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external key-  
pad. The indicator will come on, however it will not  
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.  
The Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access indicator states  
whether the floppy disk or SuperDisk drive is being  
accessed. This indicator will flash if your software  
tries to access a disk even if no floppy disk drive is  
installed. (See External Floppy Disk Drive on page 46 for  
more information)  
CAPSLOCK INDICATOR  
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set  
to type in all capital letters.  
PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR  
The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your  
notebook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will  
flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if  
there is no card installed. (See PC Cards on page 55 for  
more information)  
SCRLK INDICATOR  
The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.  
NUMLK INDICATOR  
The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is  
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.  
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Function Keys  
Start Key  
Numeric Keypad  
Cursor Keys  
Fn Key  
Start Key  
Application Key  
Figure 2-12 Keyboard  
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.  
Keyboard  
USING THE KEYBOARD  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 87-key  
keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of  
a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and  
other special function keys. This section describes the  
following keys. (Figure 2-12)  
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.  
(Figure 2-12)  
Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows certain keys to  
serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and  
as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to tog-  
gle between the standard character and numerical keys  
is controlled through the [NumLk] key.  
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.  
P O I N T  
Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12],  
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,  
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external key-  
pad. The indicator will come on, however it will not  
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.  
are used in conjunction with the [FN] key to produce  
special actions that vary depending on what program  
is running.  
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[FN] Key  
WINDOWS KEYS  
The [FN] key provides extended functions for the  
notebook and is always used in conjunction with  
another key.  
Your notebook has three Windows keys, two Start keys  
and an Application key. The two Start keys display the  
Start menu. This button functions the same as your  
onscreen Start menu button. The Application key func-  
tions the same as your right mouse button and displays  
shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to  
your Windows documentation for additional infor-  
mation regarding the Windows keys.) (Figure 2-12)  
[FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows  
you to toggle between video compensation and no  
compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing  
on the display. When it is enabled, displays with less  
than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still  
cover the entire screen.)  
CURSOR KEYS  
[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN]  
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). (Figure 2-12)  
will lower the brightness of your display.  
[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN]  
will increase the brightness of the display.  
[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows  
you to change your selection of where to send your  
display video. Each time you press the combination  
of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices,  
in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in  
display panel and external monitor or external  
monitor only.  
FUNCTION KEYS  
Your notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12.  
The functions assigned to these keys differ for each  
application. You should refer to your software docu-  
mentation to find out how these keys are used.  
(Figure 2-12)  
[FN+Suspend/Resume]: Pressing [Suspend/  
Resume] while holding [FN] activates the Save-to-  
Disk mode. (See Power Management on page 36 for  
more information)  
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Cursor Control  
Cursor  
Right Button  
Left Button  
Figure 2-13 Touchpad pointing device  
CLICKING  
Touchpad Pointing Device  
Clicking means pushing and releasing a button.  
To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish  
to select, press the left button once, and then immedi-  
ately 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 2-14)  
The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your  
Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the  
movement of the pointer to select items on your display  
panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control  
and a left and right 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. (Figure 2-13)  
P O I N T  
Figure 2-14 Clicking  
An external mouse can be connected to either the USB  
or PS/2 port on your notebook or port replicator, and  
used simultaneously with the Touchpad. However, if  
you boot the system with an external mouse connected  
the Touchpad will be disabled or enabled depending on  
the specifications in your BIOS settings. (See BIOS  
Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)  
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 2-15)  
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TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT  
The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your  
Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse  
Properties dialog box. There are four aspects of Touchpad  
operation, which you can adjust:  
Buttons: This tab lets you set up the buttons for  
right or left handed operation, in addition to  
setting up the time interval allowed between  
clicks when double-clicking.  
Figure 2-15 Double-clicking  
P O I N T  
Pointers: This tab lets you set up the scheme  
for the cursor depending on its functionality.  
If the interval between clicks is too long, the  
double-click will not be executed.  
Motion: This tab lets you set up a relation between  
the speed of your finger motion and the speed of the  
cursor. It also allows you to enable a Pointer Trail for  
the cursor arrow.  
P O I N T  
Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the  
Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows  
Control Panel.  
General: This tab allows you to choose the type of  
mouse you are utilizing. Your notebook is setup to use  
the Touchpad pointing device. If you wish to use an  
external mouse you will need to change the settings.  
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 2-16)  
Figure 2-16 Dragging  
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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. For example:  
Volume Control  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume  
controls which interact with each other.  
Your hardware volume control is all the way down,  
therefore your individual software application’s  
volume control has no effect on the volume.  
C A U T I O N  
We recommend that you use the hardware volume  
controls to set the upper limit for the sound level and  
then make fine adjustments with the Volume Control  
on the Taskbar and individual application software.  
Any software that contains audio files will also contain  
a volume control of its own. Both the main notebook  
volume control and the software volume control will  
interact with each other, but it should be noted that if  
you set your software volume to Off, you will override  
the main volume control setting and the software set-  
ting will control the maximum knob setting.  
SETTING THE HARDWARE  
VOLUME CONTROL  
1. Turn the volume control knob to the right of your  
notebook to increase the volume.  
CONTROLLING THE VOLUME  
2. Turn the volume control knob to the left to decrease  
There is the hardware volume control located on the  
notebook itself, and the volume control set from within  
the Volume Control on the Taskbar. In addition to those,  
there are also application volume controls that are set  
within each program individually.  
the volume. (See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)  
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Flexible Bay  
Flexible Bay Eject Lever  
Figure 2-17 Flexible Bay  
Modular Lithium Ion battery: This is a rechargeable  
Flexible Bay Devices  
battery that can be used to power your notebook  
when an adapter is not connected.  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a  
Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a  
modular DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive,  
floppy disk drive, SuperDisk drive, Lithium Ion battery,  
modular PC Card slot adapter, modular Digital Bay  
Camera and weight saver. (Figure 2-17)  
Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no  
device is needed.  
Modular Digital Bay Camera: This is a Digital Camera  
that can be used to take digital stills or video.  
Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices  
installed. These devices are also optional which can be  
purchased separately. (Figure 2-18)  
PC Card Slot Adapter  
SuperDisk 120 Drive  
Modular DVD drive: This allows you to access movies,  
software and audio DVD/CDs.  
Modular CD-RW drive: This allows you access  
DVD Drive/  
both software and audio CDs as well as the ability  
to write to CDs.  
CD-ROM Drive/  
CD-RW Drive  
Modular CD-ROM drive: This allows you access  
both software and audio CDs.  
Lithium Ion Battery  
Weight Saver  
The following are also Flexible Bay optional devices  
which can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-18)  
Modular SuperDisk drive: This is an optional  
120MB floppy disk drive made by Imation, for use  
with your notebook.  
Digital Bay Camera  
Modular PC Card slot adapter: This allows you to use  
Figure 2-18 Flexible Bay Devices  
an additional Type II PC Card.  
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REMOVING AND INSTALLING  
MODULAR DEVICES  
C A U T I O N  
Be careful 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.  
C A U T I O N  
You should never leave your Flexible Bay empty when  
the notebook is in operation.  
5. Slide the device you are installing into your  
notebook until it clicks into place.  
To swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay follow  
these easy steps: (Figure 2-19)  
6. It is now safe to turn your notebook back on.  
1. Close any open files.  
7. You can now access and use the device.  
2. Shutdown your notebook.  
Your notebook will automatically detect the new device  
and activate it within your system. The drive letters  
associated with the device will be created and listed  
under My Computer and Windows Explorer.  
3. Pull out the Flexible Bay eject lever. This will  
push your device out slightly allowing you to  
remove the device.  
4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay.  
This will require light force.  
Flexible Bay Eject Lever  
Figure 2-19 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay  
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Application Luncher buttons  
Figure 2-20 LifeBook S Series Security Application Panel  
CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK  
APPLICATION PANEL  
LifeBook Application Panel  
A unique feature of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is  
the Application Panel that allows you to launch applica-  
tions with a touch of a button when your system is on.  
(Figure 2-20)  
When you start Windows 98, the LifeBook Application  
Panel is automatically activated. An icon resembling a  
finger pressing a button will appear on the system tray  
(the indented portion of the status bar where the clock is  
displayed). When you see this icon you will know that  
LifeBook Application Panel is active.  
Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that  
let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application  
Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu,  
under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel.  
They include: Application Panel Setup, Application Panel  
Guide, Activate Panel, Deactivate Panel, CD Player and  
E-mail LED setup. The LifeBook Application Panel  
system makes your notebook more than just another  
notebook computer.  
As an application launcher, the LifeBook Application  
Panel is very flexible, giving you a variety of options.  
To set up the Panel to best suit your needs, we have  
provided the Application Panel Setup, utility that  
quickly and easily helps you make the most of this  
valuable feature.  
To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with  
Application Panel Setup:  
1. Click on Start.  
APPLICATION PANEL BUTTONS  
Application Launcher Buttons  
Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined  
application. Your notebook is pre-configured to launch  
the following programs:  
2. Click on Programs.  
3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.  
4. Click on Application Panel Setup.  
Application A - Microsoft Works  
The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There  
are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on  
the LifeBook Application Panel.  
Application B - Calculator  
Internet - Internet Explorer 5.0  
E-Mail - Netscape Messenger  
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P O I N T  
P O I N T  
The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the  
same order as the buttons on your LifeBook, please  
select the tab you wish to change carefully.  
If you choose to have the buttons work when the note-  
book is in standby or pseudo-off, they will function  
even if hit accidentally, and will turn on your notebook  
even if you are not present or using your notebook.  
This could deplete your battery, and you will need to  
recharge it before using the notebook. As a precaution,  
move the selector switch to the Lock position when you  
are away from your notebook.  
To change an application associated with the Application  
buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like  
to reconfigure – for example, Application 1. Click on  
Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applica-  
tions, click on the application you wish to launch with  
this button, and then click OK. The button will now  
launch the new application.  
When you have finished with Application Panel Setup  
click on OK, and the new settings will take effect. You  
can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as  
often as you like.  
The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch  
your Windows 98 default Internet browser, (Internet  
Explorer, unless you have changed this in Windows 98.)  
In order to reconfigure it to launch another program  
follow these easy steps:  
Deactivating and Activating the  
LifeBook Application Panel  
To deactivate the LifeBook Application Panel, follow  
these easy steps:  
1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box.  
2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.  
1. Click on Start.  
2. Click on Programs.  
3. Scroll down the list of applications, and the click on  
the application you wish to launch with this button.  
3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.  
4. Click on Deactivate Panel.  
4. Click OK.  
The button will now launch the new application. If you  
want to return to launching your Windows 98 default  
Internet browser with this button, you need only click  
on “Default Internet Browser” from the Internet browser  
box. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the  
“other application. If you wish to go back to launching  
the “other application” from this button, you will need  
to reconfigure it as described above.  
To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for  
step 4. Click on Activate Panel instead.  
P O I N T  
Every time you start Windows 98 the LifeBook Applica-  
tion Panel is activated. Even if you deactivated it before  
you shut down.  
P O I N T  
The Internet or E-mail buttons can be configured to  
launch any application you wish, not just an Internet  
browser or e-mail program.  
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MICROSOFT PRESS INTERACTIVE TRAINING  
Microsoft Press Interactive Training is for users  
unfamiliar with Windows 98, this tutorial will help  
you get the most out of your operating system.  
Pre-Installed Software  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with  
pre-installed software for playing audio and video files  
of various formats. In addition there is file transfer  
software, virus protection software and Power  
Management software.  
MCAFEE VIRUSSCAN  
VirusScan, by McAfee, is an antivirus program that can  
be run after loading data or programs onto your note-  
book. It assist in the protection of the data currently  
residing on your hard disk from contamination and  
destruction. (See your VirusScan online help or  
manual for more information on how and when  
to run this program)  
LEARNING ABOUT YOUR  
APPLICATION SOFTWARE  
Tutorials  
All operating systems and most application software  
have tutorials built-into them upon installation. We  
highly recommend that you step through the tutorial  
before you use an application.  
PMSET 98  
PMSet 98 allows you to monitor and manage your  
battery status. (See your PMSet 98 online help for more  
information on the correct way to use this program)  
Manuals  
Included with your notebook you will find manuals for  
your installed operating system and other pre-installed  
software. Any manuals that are not included, are avail-  
able online through the help system of the software. We  
recommend that you review these manuals for general  
information on the use of these applications.  
P O I N T  
As your notebook does not support the CPU Clock  
control, the option is not active within the Power  
Control menu of PMSet 98.  
PC DOCTOR  
PC Doctor by Watergate Software is primarily for use  
by your support representative when assisting you  
with troubleshooting.  
ADOBE ACROBAT READER  
The Adobe Acrobat Reader, located in the Service and  
Support Software folder, allows you to view, navigate,  
and print PDF files from across all of the major  
computing platforms.  
LAPLINK PROFESSIONAL  
®
LapLink Professional by Traveling Software , allows  
you to transfer files directly to other computers via an  
internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port,  
the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not  
included). (See your LapLink online help for proper  
operating procedures)  
LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE  
Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that  
let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application  
Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu,  
under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel.  
They include a CD Player, Application Panel Setup, Appli-  
cation Panel Guide, Activate Panel and Deactivate Panel.  
MICROSOFT WORKS  
Microsoft Works is a suite of software containing the  
basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and  
friends address books, manage home finances, and  
create a home inventory.  
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Getting Started  
Power Sources  
Power Management  
Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Display Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Hard Disk Timeout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Windows 98 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Display Panel  
Opening the Display Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Starting Your LifeBook  
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Booting the System with Windows 98 . . . . . . . . 34  
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
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DC Output Cable  
DC Power Jack  
AC Cable  
AC Adapter  
Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter  
Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter  
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack  
on your notebook.  
Power Sources  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible  
power sources: a primary Lithium Ion battery, an  
AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.  
2. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette  
lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in  
the On or Accessories position.  
CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS  
The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter  
provides power for operating your notebook and  
charging the batteries.  
OR  
3. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power  
jack on an airplane seat.  
Switching from AC Adapter Power or the  
Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power  
1. Be sure that you have at least one charged  
battery installed.  
Connecting the AC Adapter  
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack  
of your notebook.  
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.  
2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.  
(Figure 3-1)  
C A U T I O N  
The Lithium Ion battery is not charged upon purchase.  
Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter  
or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your notebook.  
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Display Panel Latch  
Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel  
Display Panel  
P O I N T  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display panel  
that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments  
and maintains top resolution through the use of active-  
matrix technology.  
If using AC power your brightness setting is set to it’s  
highest level by default. If using battery power your  
brightness settings is set to it’s lowest level by default.  
Using the Power Management Utility  
Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management  
changes the setting permanently.  
OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL  
1. Press the Display Panel latch. This releases the  
locking mechanism and raises the display slightly.  
1. Double-click the Battery Icon in the lower right  
corner of your display. This will open the PMSet 98  
Properties dialog box.  
2. Lift the display backwards, being careful not to  
touch the screen, until it is at a comfortable  
viewing angle. (Figure 3-2)  
2. Select the Power Control tab and adjust your  
LCD Backlighting to the desired level.  
ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS  
Once you have turned on your notebook, you may want  
to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more  
comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust  
the brightness, by using the keyboard or the power  
management utility.  
3. Click OK or Apply to permanently change  
the settings.  
You may need to readjust the brightness level periodi-  
cally depending on your operating environment.  
P O I N T  
Using the Keyboard  
The higher the brightness level, the more power the  
notebook will consume and the faster your batteries  
will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure  
that the brightness is set as low as possible.  
Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the  
setting only temporarily.  
[FN+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the  
brightness of your display.  
[FN+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the  
CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL  
1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward  
brightness of the display.  
until it is flush with the body of your notebook.  
2. Push down until you hear a click. This will  
engage the locking mechanism and prevent  
your display panel from opening unexpectedly.  
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Starting Your LifeBook  
C A U T I O N  
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. (See Power On Self Test Messages on page 77 for  
more information)  
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. (See figure 2-8 on page 14  
for location)  
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 note-  
book is performing a standard boot sequence including  
a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is  
completed without a failure and without a request for  
the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating  
system’s opening screen.  
C A U T I O N  
When you turn on your notebook be sure you have a  
power source. This means that at least one battery is  
installed and charged, or that the AC or Auto/Airline  
adapter is connected and has power.  
Facing the rear of your notebook, move the power  
switch to the right, this is the On position. The power  
switch moved to the left is the Off position. When you  
are done working you can either leave your notebook in  
Suspend mode, (See Suspend Mode on page 36 for more  
information), or you can turn it off. (See Power Off on  
page 39 for more information)  
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  
C A U T I O N  
Do not carry your notebook around with the power on  
or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging  
your notebook.  
[CTRL+ALT+DEL].  
When you Power On your notebook, it will perform a  
Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and  
configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found,  
your notebook will emit an audio warning and/or an  
error message will be displayed. (See Power On Self Test  
Messages on page 77 for more information) Depending on  
the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by  
starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS  
setup utility and revising the settings.  
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  
After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test  
(POST), your notebook will load your operating system.  
as passwords.  
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Entering the BIOS Setup Utility  
To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:  
Getting Started: You have the opportunity to enter  
custom information for your configuration file and  
setup your modem so that your notebook will be  
prepared to dial out.  
1. Turn on or restart your notebook.  
2. Press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears  
on the screen. This will open the main menu  
of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current  
settings displayed.  
Registration: Easy online registration for Windows  
98 with Microsoft, and for your LifeBook Series  
notebook with Fujitsu PC Corporation.  
Windows License Agreement and Final Settings:  
You have the opportunity to review the Windows 98  
License Agreement and then your configuration file  
will be generated.  
3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key  
to scroll through the other setup menus to review or  
alter the current settings.  
P O I N T  
BIOS Guide  
A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online.  
Please visit our service and support Web site at  
www.8fujitsu.com. Once there, click on the Self Help  
Center link, and select your notebook series from the  
pull-down menu. Once you have done that, select the  
heading BIOS Guides from the pull-down menu and  
finally, select your specific unit’s BIOS number. If you  
are unsure of your notebook’s BIOS number, please  
refer to your packing slip.  
You may click Cancel at any time within this process to  
shutdown Windows 98. You may restart this process at  
any time in the future, but you must complete it in  
order to use your computer.  
Getting Started  
Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill  
in the information as directed. You will be asked for such  
items as the language you wish to use, the country in  
which you live, your first and last name, and about  
how you dial out from where you will be using your  
notebook. For the modem settings, enter your current  
location information where you will be using your  
notebook. If you are not connected to a phone line  
and plan to register at a later time, you may click the  
Skip button, and you will go directly to the condition  
of use page.  
P O I N T  
If your data security settings require it, you may be  
asked for a password before the BIOS main menu  
will appear.  
BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98  
We strongly recommend that you not attach any external  
devices and do not put a DVD/CD or floppy disk in  
any drive until you have gone through the initial power  
on sequence.  
Once you have setup your notebook to dial out,  
Windows 98 will make a free telephone call which will  
test these settings. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be  
returned to the phone settings page where you may try  
to fix them. If you are unable to fix the settings please  
contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support. (See Fujitsu PC  
Contact Information on page 3 for more information) If  
you would simply like to move on, and register at a later  
time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go  
directly to the Condition of Use page.  
When you turn on your notebook for the first time,  
it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do  
nothing the system will read the hard drive for the  
operating system software, flash the notebook configura-  
tion information on the screen, and then the Windows  
98 Welcome will begin.  
Designed to accommodate the needs of many users,  
in many different countries, Windows 98 needs to be  
configured the first time you use it. Windows 98  
has three parts:  
Registration  
If your connection is successful, you will go to the  
Registration Confirmation page. On this page simply  
enter the requested information, and then check the  
box at the bottom to register your copy of Windows 98  
with Microsoft. Once you have finished, click the Next  
button to continue.  
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P O I N T  
If you do not register at this time you can do it later  
simply by double-clicking on the LifeBook Registration  
icon on your desktop and following the instructions.  
You will find a Recovery CD packet included with  
your notebook. Please store the packet in a safe  
place in case there is a loss of data, and it becomes  
necessary to re-install your operating system and/or  
application programs. (See Recovery CD-ROM on  
page 80 for more information)  
You will then go through the Fujitsu registration process.  
Follow the instructions on the screens, and enter all of  
the necessary information. Be as specific as possible so  
that if you need help the service and support team will  
be able to serve you better.  
REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK  
What are the benefits of registering?  
You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook,  
which, if your LifeBook is ever lost, may help in getting  
it returned to you. You also receive priority Personal  
Identification Number (PIN) technical support access  
and useful product mailings. Proof of purchase is not  
required if you register within 30 days of your purchase.  
Final Settings  
The first part of your final settings is the Windows End  
User License Agreement. Read the agreement carefully.  
When you finish reading you must accept or reject the  
terms of the agreement and then click on the Next button.  
How do I register?  
P O I N T  
With Windows 98, it is a part of the Windows 98  
Welcome process. If you do not register during  
the Welcome process you can double-click on the  
LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and  
then follow the instructions.  
If you reject the terms of the license agreement you  
will be asked to review the license agreement for  
information on returning Windows 98 or to shut  
down you notebook.  
Next, you will need to enter your Windows Product Key.  
The Product Key is located on the Windows 98 Certifi-  
cate of Authenticity with the Windows 98 User’s manual.  
On the certificate you will find a bar-code with a number  
above it. This is your product key and the number you  
need to enter on the Product Key screen. When you  
have entered the number exactly as shown click on the  
Next button.  
P O I N T  
Make sure you have connected a phone line to your  
modem before you use E-Registration.  
You may also complete the pre-printed registration form  
and either:  
Fax to 1-949-450-9140  
Mail to:  
P O I N T  
Fujitsu PC Corporation  
15355 Barranca Pkwy  
Irvine, CA 92618-9520  
You cannot use your notebook until you have accepted  
the License Agreement and entered your product key. If  
you stop the process your notebook will return to the  
beginning of the Windows 98 Welcome Process, even if  
you shut your LifeBook down and start it up again.  
Call: 1-800-8fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)  
You may also register on our Web site:  
www.8fujitsu.com. You will need to be set up with an  
Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option.  
P O I N T  
You can register your LifeBook notebook with any  
operating system via mail, telephone or fax.  
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SUSPEND MODE  
Power Management  
Suspend or Standby mode in Windows 98 saves the  
contents of your notebook’s system memory during  
periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical  
parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the display, the  
hard drive, and all of the other internal components  
except those necessary to maintain system memory  
and allow for restarting. Your notebook can be put in  
Suspend mode by:  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has many options and  
features for conserving battery power. Some of these  
features are automatic and need no user intervention,  
such as those for the internal modem. However, others  
depend on the parameters you set to best suit your oper-  
ating conditions, such as those for the display brightness.  
Internal power management for your notebook may be  
controlled from settings made in your operating system,  
pre-bundled power management application, or from  
settings made in BIOS setup utility.  
Pressing the Suspend/Resume button when your  
system is turned on.  
Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.  
Timing out from lack of activity.  
Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery  
Besides the options available for conserving battery  
power, there are also some things that you can do to  
prevent your battery from running down as quickly.  
For example, you can create an appropriate power saving  
profile, put your notebook into Suspend mode when it  
is not performing an operation, and you can limit the  
use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery  
powered computers, there is a trade-off between  
performance and power savings.  
Warning condition.  
Your notebook’s system memory typically stores the  
file(s) on which you are working, open application(s)  
information, and any other data required to support the  
operation(s) in progress. When you resume operation  
from Suspend mode, your notebook will return to the  
point where it left off. You must use the Suspend/Resume  
button to resume operation, and there must be an  
adequate power source available, or your notebook  
will not resume.  
SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON  
When your notebook is active, the Suspend/Resume  
button can be used to manually put your notebook  
into Suspend mode. Push the Suspend/Resume button  
when your notebook is active, but not actively accessing  
anything, and immediately release the button. You will  
hear two short beeps and your system will enter  
Suspend mode. (See figure 2-5 on page 10 for location)  
C A U T I O N  
If you are running your notebook on battery power,  
be aware that the battery continues to discharge while  
your notebook is in Suspend mode, though not as fast  
as when fully operational.  
If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Suspend/  
Resume button will return your notebook to active  
operation. You can tell whether or not your system  
is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indicator.  
(See figure 2-5 on page 10) If the indicator is visible and  
not flashing, your notebook is fully operational. If the  
indicator is both visible and flashing, your notebook is  
in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all, the  
power is off or your notebook is in Save-to-Disk mode.  
(See Save-to-Disk Mode)  
SAVE-TO-DISK MODE  
The Save-to-Disk mode saves the contents of your  
notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a  
part of the Suspend/Resume mode. Your notebook  
is pre-configured to perform this function. The  
Save-to-Disk mode can also be configured through the  
system BIOS to run in other ways depending on what  
you need to accomplish. (See BIOS Setup Utility on  
page 33 for more information)  
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Default Methods for using Save-to-Disk Mode:  
1. Press the [FN] button together with the Suspend/  
Resume button. This will open a Save-to-Disk dialog  
box and begin the process.  
P O I N T  
If your notebook is actively accessing information when  
you enter the Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode, changes  
to open files are not lost. The files are left open and  
memory is kept active during Suspend mode or the  
memory is transferred to the internal hard drive during  
Save-to-Disk mode.  
Customer configured BIOS methods for using  
Save-to-Disk Mode:  
1. Click on the Start button, click Shut Down and  
then Standby. Prior to that you should enable  
Save-to-Disk in the BIOS setup utility.  
P O I N T  
OR  
When PC Cards or external devices are in use, Save-  
to-Disk mode cannot return to the exact state prior  
to suspension, because all of the peripheral devices  
will be re-initialized when the system restarts.  
2. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power  
dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then press the  
Suspend/Resume button to execute this command  
under DOS or Windows 98.  
OR  
3. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power  
dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then allow the  
notebook to time out from lack of activity.  
P O I N T  
The main advantage of using the Save-to-Disk function  
is that power is not required to maintain your data. This  
is particularly important if you will be leaving your note-  
book in a suspended state for a prolonged period of  
time. The drawback of using Save-to-Disk mode is that  
it lengthens the power down and power up sequences  
and resets peripheral devices.  
P O I N T  
Disabling the Suspend/Resume button prevents it  
from being used to put your notebook in Suspend  
or Save-to-Disk mode. The resume function of the  
button cannot be disabled.  
P O I N T  
Save-to-Disk mode requires allocating a significant  
amount of hard drive capacity for saving all system  
memory, which reduces your usable disk space. When  
you purchase your notebook it will have space allocated  
for the memory installed. If you upgrade the original  
system by adding a memory upgrade module without  
changing the size of your Save-to-Disk allocation you  
will get an error message when you try to activate  
Save-to-Disk mode and it will not work. Use the  
PHDISK Utility to increase the size of the Save-to-Disk  
file, SAVE2DSK.BIN. You can download the Save-to-  
Disk File Allocation information from our Web site at  
www.8fujitsu.com. If you need help, contact your  
support representative for recommendations.  
C A U T I O N  
The Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode should not be used  
with certain PC Cards. Check your PC Card documenta-  
tion for more information.  
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IDLE MODE  
HARD DISK TIMEOUT  
Idle mode is one of the power management parameters.  
When Idle mode is enabled, the CPU is put into low-  
speed operation when there is no activity (keystroke,  
pointer action, sound generation, video display change,  
modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your note-  
book for 16 seconds. Any activity will cause the normal  
operation to restart automatically. This feature is inde-  
pendent of the Suspend/Resume modes.  
The Hard Disk Timeout is another one of the power  
management parameters. This feature saves power by  
turning off the hard drive if there is no hard drive  
activity for the user selected timeout period. Any  
attempt to access the hard drive will cause it to restart  
automatically. This feature is independent of the  
Suspend/Resume button and can be enabled and  
disabled in Windows and BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS  
Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)  
STANDBY MODE  
WINDOWS 98 POWER MANAGEMENT  
Power Management  
Standby mode is one of the power management parame-  
ters. When Standby mode is activated, your notebook  
puts the CPU in low-speed operation, shuts off the  
display and turns off the hard drive when there is no  
activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation,  
video display change, modem transmission or reception,  
etc.) on your notebook for the user selected time-out  
period. Any activity will cause your notebook to return  
to normal operation automatically. This feature is inde-  
pendent of the Suspend/Resume button.  
The Power Management icon located in the Windows 98  
Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power  
management settings. For example, you can use the  
Power Management to set the timeout values for turning  
off the display and hard disks whether you are running  
the notebook on battery power or one of the adapters.  
The settings may also be changed in the BIOS. (See BIOS  
Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)  
DISPLAY TIMEOUT  
RESTARTING THE SYSTEM  
If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure  
that you use the following procedure.  
The Video Timeout is one of the power management  
parameters. This feature saves power by turning off the  
display if there is no keyboard or pointer activity for the  
user selected timeout period. Any keyboard or pointer  
activity will cause the display to restart automatically.  
This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume  
button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows and  
BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for  
more information)  
1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.  
2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows  
Shut Down dialog box.  
3. Click OK to restart your notebook. Your notebook  
will shut down and then reboot.  
C A U T I O N  
Turning off your notebook without exiting Windows  
or turning on your notebook within 10 seconds of the  
notebook being shut off may cause an error when you  
start the next time.  
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Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows,  
allows your notebook to complete its operations and turn  
off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The  
proper sequence is:  
POWER OFF  
Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down  
from the Windows 98 Start menu, check that the Hard  
Drive, DVD/CD-ROM, CD-RW, PC Card and the  
Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See  
figure 2-5 on page 10) If you turn off the power while  
accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk of data loss. To  
assure that your notebook shuts down without error, use  
the Windows shut down procedure.  
1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.  
2. Select the Shut Down option from within the  
Windows Shut Down dialog box.  
3. Click OK to shutdown your notebook.  
4. Move the power switch to the off position.  
C A U T I O N  
If you are going to store your notebook for a month or  
more see Care and Maintenance Section.  
Never turn your notebook off while an application is  
running. Be sure to close all files, exit all applications,  
and shut down your operating system prior to turning  
off the power with the power switch. If files are open  
when you turn the power off, you will lose any changes  
that have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.  
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Section Four  
User Installable Features  
Lithium Ion Battery  
Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
PC Cards  
Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
External Floppy Disk Drive  
Memory Upgrade Module  
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 57  
To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 58  
Checking the Computer Recognition  
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
SuperDisk™ 120 Drive  
Port Replicator  
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Software Eject for LS-120 Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
CD-ROM Drive  
Device Ports  
Loading a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Removing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Emergency CD Tray Release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Automatic Insertion Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
DVD/CD-ROM Drive  
DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Removing a DVD/CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Emergency DVD/CD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Using the DVD Player on Battery Power. . . . . . . 53  
Automatic Insertion Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
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Lithium Ion Battery  
C A U T I O N  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a Lithium Ion  
battery that provides power for operating your notebook  
when no external power source is available. The battery  
is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed  
to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or  
other hazards.  
Under federal, state, or local law it may be illegal to dis-  
pose of batteries by putting them in the trash. Please  
take care of our environment and dispose of batteries  
properly. Check with your local government authority  
for details regarding recycling or disposing of old bat-  
teries. If you cannot find this information elsewhere,  
contact your support representative at 1-800-8FUJITSU  
(1-800-838-5487).  
The Lithium Ion battery operating time may become  
shorter if it is used under the following conditions:  
RECHARGING THE BATTERIES  
When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of  
If you want to know the condition of the primary  
Lithium Ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator  
located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator  
changes as the battery level changes.  
5˚C or a high of 35˚C. Extreme temperatures not  
only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause  
battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the  
Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to  
charge a battery that is outside its operating temp-  
erature range. (See Battery Charging Indicators on  
page 17 for more information)  
When using a high current device such as a modem,  
DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, or the hard drive, using  
the AC adapter will conserve your battery life.  
The Lithium Ion battery is recharged internally using  
the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge the  
battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged  
is installed in your notebook and connect the AC or  
Auto/Airline adapter.  
P O I N T  
C A U T I O N  
Make sure that the Battery Charging indicator and the  
percentage charge is shown inside the Battery Level icon  
on the Status Indicator Panel.  
Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness,  
applications, features, power management settings,  
battery condition and other customer preferences.  
DVD drive, CD-RW Drive, CD-ROM drive or hard drive  
usage may also have a significant impact on battery life.  
The battery charging capacity is reduced as the battery  
ages. If your battery is running low quickly, you should  
replace it with a new one.  
There is no memory effect on the Lithium Ion battery  
therefore you do not need to discharge the battery  
completely before recharging. The charge times will be  
significantly longer if your notebook is in use while the  
battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery  
more quickly, put your notebook into Suspend mode,  
or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery.  
(See Power Management on page 36 for more information  
on Suspend mode and shutdown procedure)  
C A U T I O N  
Do not leave a faulty battery in your notebook. It  
may damage your AC adapter, optional Auto/Airline  
adapter, another battery or your notebook itself. It may  
also prevent operation of your notebook by draining all  
available current into the bad battery.  
C A U T I O N  
Using heavy current devices such as Modem or  
frequent DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM accesses may  
prevent charging completely.  
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Low Battery State  
Shorted Batteries  
When the battery is running low, your notebook will  
beep every 15 seconds and the Battery Level indicator  
will flash. If you do not respond to the low battery alarm,  
the batteries will continue to discharge until they are  
too low to operate. When this happens there will be a  
multiple beep alarm and the Battery Level indicator will  
show a dead battery. Your notebook will then go into  
Suspend mode to try and protect your data for as long  
as possible. There is no guarantee that your data will not  
be lost once the notebook reaches this point.  
The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the  
battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display  
the operating level available in that battery. (See figure 2-  
11 on page 17) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it  
means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced  
so it does not damage any other parts of your notebook.  
REPLACING THE BATTERY  
With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have  
a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not  
charged. There are two ways to swap batteries, cold-  
swapping and warm-swapping:  
C A U T I O N  
You may not be able to hear the audio alarm if the vol-  
ume control is set too low or is turned off by either the  
hardware or software. However, you will still be able to  
see the Battery Level indicator flash. Once the low bat-  
tery alarm occurs you need to save all your active data  
and put your notebook into Suspend mode until you  
can provide a new power source. You should provide  
a charged battery, an AC power adapter, or Auto/  
Airline as soon as possible.  
Cold-swapping Batteries  
To cold-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these  
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)  
1. Have a charged battery ready to install.  
2. Shut down your notebook and disconnect  
the AC adapter.  
3. Unlock the battery bay using the lock button.  
4. Slide the battery bay release button to open the bay.  
5. Remove the battery from the bay.  
C A U T I O N  
6. Slide the new battery into the bay.  
When you are in Suspend mode there must always be at  
least one power source active. If you turn off the power  
with the power switch, or remove all power sources  
while your notebook is in Suspend mode, any data that  
has not been saved to the hard drive will be lost.  
7. Close the bay and slide the battery bay release  
button back.  
8. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.  
Battery Bay  
Lock Button  
Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi-  
cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your  
notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you  
will be unable to resume operation until you provide  
a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged  
battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to  
press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation.  
In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data can be  
maintained for some time, but if a power source is not  
provided promptly, the Power indicator will stop  
flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data  
that was not stored. Once you provide power, you can  
continue to use your notebook while an adapter is  
charging the battery.  
Battery Bay  
Release Button  
Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery  
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Warm-swapping Batteries  
To warm-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these  
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)  
1. Close any open files.  
2. Put your notebook into suspend mode  
3. Unlock the battery bay using the lock button.  
4. Slide the battery bay release button to open the bay.  
5. Remove the battery from the bay.  
6. Slide the new battery into the bay.  
7. Close the bay and slide the battery bay release  
button back.  
8. Press the Suspend/Resume button to return your  
notebook to normal operation.  
C A U T I O N  
If the Lithium Ion battery connector is not fully seated,  
you may not be able to use your notebook or charge  
your battery.  
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Eject Button  
Figure 4-2 Loading/Ejecting a 3.5” Floppy Disk  
PREPARING A DISK FOR USE  
External Floppy Disk Drive  
Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared  
so your notebook knows where to store information.  
This preparation is called formatting or initializing a  
disk. You will need to format new disks, unless they are  
preformatted. (Please refer to your operating system  
manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk)  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a external floppy disk  
drive which can read and write information on removable  
1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.  
LOADING A DISK  
To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps:  
To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a disk,  
slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is exposed.  
This sets the disk into a protected state where nothing can  
be added or removed. If you want to add or remove data on  
a protected disk, slide the “write protect” tab to close the  
small hole. (Figure 4-3)  
1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards  
and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.  
(Figure 4-2)  
2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button  
pops out and you hear a click.  
P O I N T  
Write Enabled  
When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is  
flush with your notebook.  
EJECTING A DISK  
To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy steps:  
1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator  
is inactive.  
Write Protected  
2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk  
partially out of the drive.  
Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect  
3. Remove the disk.  
C A U T I O N  
C A U T I O N  
Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will  
erase all of the information on the disk.  
If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access  
indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data  
on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.  
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Eject Button  
Figure 4-4 Loading/Ejecting a SuperDisk or 3.5” Floppy Disk  
EJECTING A DISK  
SuperDisk120 Drive  
To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy steps:  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a SuperDisk drive,  
which can use either standard floppy disks or Super  
floppy disks (with a capacity of 120MB).  
1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator  
is inactive.  
2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk  
partially out of the drive.  
C A U T I O N  
3. Remove the disk.  
Your SuperDisk 120 drive does not support warm-, or  
hot-swapping. You must cold-swap in order to use your  
SuperDisk 120 drive.  
SOFTWARE EJECT FOR LS-120 DISK  
1. Put the cursor on the LS-120 drive in My Computer.  
2. Right mouse click.  
3. Select Eject.  
LOADING A DISK  
To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps:  
1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards  
and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.  
(Figure 4-4)  
C A U T I O N  
If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access  
indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data  
on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.  
2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button  
pops out and you hear a click.  
PREPARING A DISK FOR USE  
Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared  
so your notebook knows where to store information.  
This preparation is called formatting or initializing a  
disk. You will need to format new disks, unless they are  
preformatted. (Please refer to your operating system  
manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk)  
P O I N T  
When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is  
flush with your notebook.  
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To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a disk,  
slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is exposed.  
This sets the disk into a protected state where nothing can  
be added or removed. If you want to add or remove data on  
a protected disk, slide the “write protect” tab to close the  
small hole. (Figure 4-5)  
SuperDisk Floppy  
Floppy Disk  
Write Enabled  
Write Protected  
Figure 4-5 Floppy Disk Write Protect  
C A U T I O N  
Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will  
erase all of the information on the disk.  
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CD Holder Tray  
CD Eject Button  
Tray Eject Button  
Figure 4-6 CD-ROM Drive  
3. Place the CD into the tray, label side up, with the  
hole in the center of the CD. Snap the CD onto  
the raised circle in the center of the tray.  
CD-ROM Drive  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a 24x max  
CD-ROM player. This gives you access to both software  
and audio CDs. (Figure 4-6)  
4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you  
hear a click. (Figure 4-7)  
C A U T I O N  
P O I N T  
Do not operate your CD-ROM drive unless your  
notebook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a CD  
when the drive is not level may damage the drive  
or prevent proper operation.  
If you have disabled the Automatic Insertion Function,  
you will have to start the CD from your desktop, as  
your notebook will not automatically recognize that  
a CD has been loaded.  
LOADING A CD  
To load a CD into your CD-ROM drive, follow these  
easy steps:  
1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the  
CD-ROM drive to open the holder tray. The tray will  
come out of the notebook a short distance.  
2. Gently pull the tray out until a CD can easily be  
placed in the tray.  
C A U T I O N  
There may be a protective sheet in the tray when it was  
shipped, please make sure it is removed before operating.  
Figure 4-7 Loading/Ejecting a CD  
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Disabling Automatic Insertion Function  
To disable the Automatic Insertion function, follow  
these easy steps:  
REMOVING A CD  
1. Push and release the eject button on the front of  
the CD-ROM drive. This will stop the CD and  
the holder tray will come out of the notebook a  
short distance.  
1. Save all data and close all open applications.  
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then  
select Control Panel.  
2. Gently pull the tray out until the CD can easily  
be removed from the tray.  
3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the  
3. Carefully remove the CD from the holder tray.  
System Properties dialog box.  
4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you  
hear a click.  
4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device  
lists for your notebook.  
5. Click on the +to the left of the CD-ROM drive icon.  
The treeview will expand to show the CD-ROM  
drive manufacturer’s name and model number.  
EMERGENCY CD TRAY RELEASE  
If for some reason the eject button fails or you have no  
power, you can open the CD-ROM tray with a paper clip  
or similar tool inserted into the eject hole in the far right  
side of the front of the tray. Straighten one side of a  
paper clip and push it gently into the hole. The tray will  
pop out a short distance. (Figure 4-8)  
6. Double-click on the CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s  
name and model number. This will open the  
CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and model  
number dialog box.  
7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check  
mark in the Automatic Insertion Notification box  
to turn it off.  
8. Click OK.  
9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box,  
then click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up  
window when it asks you to restart your machine  
and activate this change.  
The Automatic Insertion function can be re-activated by  
repeating this process and placing a check mark in the  
Automatic Insertion Notification box to turn it back on.  
Figure 4-8 Emeregency CD Tray Release  
AUTOMATIC INSERTION FUNCTION  
The Automatic Insertion Function allows your notebook  
to automatically start a CD as soon as it is inserted in the  
CD-ROM drive and the tray is closed. Your notebook  
will begin playing an audio CD or will start an applica-  
tion if the CD includes an auto run file.  
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DVD/CD Holder Tray  
DVD/CD Eject Button  
Emergency DVD/CD Tray Release  
Figure 4-9 DVD/CD-ROM Drive  
Installing the DVD Player Software  
To install the DVD Player software follow these easy step:  
DVD/CD-ROM Drive  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a DVD/CD-  
ROM drive which is both a 6x max DVD player and a  
24x max CD player. This gives you access to movie, soft-  
ware and audio DVD/CDs. (Figure 4-9)  
1. Make sure you either close or disable any open  
programs, applications and utilities. This includes  
the MS Office Toolbar, any anti-virus programs  
and screensavers.  
2. Insert the DVD Application CD into the DVD/  
CD-ROM drive. If the CD AutoRun feature  
activates, skip Step 3.  
DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE  
With the DVD/CD-ROM drive and DVD Player soft-  
ware you can play DVD movies on your notebook. The  
DVD player includes controls which allow you to take  
full advantage of the features of a DVD movie, as well  
as standard features such as fast forward, fast reverse,  
pause, etc.  
3. From the Start menu, select Run, type  
D:\Softdvd\Setup.exe and click OK.  
4. Go through the installation process by following the  
directions on screen.  
5. Once the installation is complete, you will be asked  
to restart your notebook.  
6. To use the DVD Player software, click Start,  
Programs, and then DVD Player.  
You will need to install the DVD Player software before  
using the DVD/CD-ROM drive. The DVD Player soft-  
ware is included on the CD labeled DVD Application  
CD. You may also need to re-install your DVD Player  
software if:  
P O I N T  
Your DVD Player software becomes corrupted and  
is not operating properly.  
You perform a complete system software recovery  
Change the color setting to 256 colors if you are going  
to watch a DVD movie. The default setting is 16 bit.  
utilizing the recovery CD.  
Un-installing the DVD Player Software  
The DVD Player software should be removed if you wish  
to use a 3rd party DVD player instead of the Fujitsu  
DVD Player. To un-install the DVD Player software  
follow these easy steps:  
P O I N T  
You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at  
www.fujitsu-pc.com for current updated drivers.  
1. Close any open files on the DVD/CD-ROM drive.  
2. Remove any DVD/CD from the drive.  
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3. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then  
select Control Panel.  
4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you  
hear a click. (Figure 4-10)  
4. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon.  
5. Select the Fujitsu DVD Player from the Add/  
P O I N T  
Remove Programs Properties dialog box.  
If you have disabled the Automatic Insertion Function,  
you will have to start the DVD/CD from your desktop,  
as your notebook will not automatically recognize that  
a DVD/CD has been loaded.  
6. Click the Add/Remove button and the DVD/  
CD-ROM software will be un-installed.  
P O I N T  
If you wish to use a 3rd party DVD player software,  
you must un-install the Fujitsu DVD Player software  
or the 3rd party DVD Player software may not  
operate correctly.  
C A U T I O N  
Do not operate your DVD/CD-ROM drive unless your  
notebook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a DVD/CD  
when the drive is not level may damage the drive  
or prevent proper operation.  
C A U T I O N  
Prolonged use of the DVD/CD-ROM drive, such as  
watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your  
battery life.  
Figure 4-10 Loading/Ejecting a DVD/CD  
REMOVING A DVD/CD  
1. Push and release the eject button on the front of  
the DVD/CD-ROM drive. This will stop the  
DVD/CD and the holder tray will come out  
of the notebook a short distance.  
LOADING A DVD/CD  
To load a DVD/CD into your DVD/CD-ROM drive,  
follow these easy steps:  
2. Gently pull the tray out until the DVD/CD can easily  
be removed from the tray.  
1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the  
DVD/CD-ROM drive to open the holder tray. The  
tray will come out of the notebook a short distance.  
3. Carefully remove the DVD/CD from the holder tray.  
4. Gently push the holder tray back in until you  
hear a click.  
2. Gently pull the tray out until a DVD/CD can easily  
be placed in the tray.  
EMERGENCY DVD/CD TRAY RELEASE  
If for some reason the eject button fails or you have no  
power, you can open the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM tray  
with a paper clip or similar tool inserted into the eject  
hole in the far right side of the front of the tray.  
Straighten one side of a paper clip and push it gently  
into the hole. The tray will pop out a short distance.  
(Figure 4-11)  
C A U T I O N  
There may be a protective sheet in the tray when it was  
shipped, please make sure it is removed before operating.  
3. Place the DVD/CD into the tray, label side up, with  
the hole in the center of the DVD/CD. Snap the DVD/  
CD onto the raised circle in the center of the tray.  
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Using the DVD Player Control Panel  
The DVD Player software allows you to watch the movie  
much like a VCR player. You have the option to pause,  
rewind, fast-forward and stop the movie at any point.  
1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a drop-  
down menu for options.  
2. Select Panel Control, for all the controls available.  
This will open the control panel into the bottom of  
the screen.  
3. To Pause the movie, click the ; button.  
4. To Rewind the movie, click the 7 button to rewind  
to a specific portion of the movie, or the 9 button  
to return to the opening screen.  
Figure 4-11 Emergency DVD/CD Tray Release  
USING THE DVD PLAYER SOFTWARE  
Starting a DVD Movie  
1. Insert the DVD movie into the DVD drive of your  
notebook. If the CD AutoRun feature activates,  
skip Step 2.  
5. To Fast-forward the movie, click the 8 button to  
forward to a specific portion of the movie, or the :  
button to jump to the ending credits.  
6. To Stop the movie, click the < button.  
2. From the Start menu, select Programs, then select  
DVD Player and click DVD Player. This will launch  
the DVD movie.  
Exiting the DVD Player  
1. Click on the r located in the upper right corner of  
the title bar. This will open a DVD Player dialog box.  
3. Click OK to close the About DVD Player Perfor-  
2. Click Ye s to stop and exit the movie, or No to close  
mance dialog box and the movie will begin.  
the DVD Player dialog box and return to the movie.  
3. If you are watching a DVD movie in full screen or  
cinema mode, right click on the movie and choose  
exit from the pop-up menu.  
Opening the DVD Player Control Panel  
In most DVD-ROMs, you have the option to alter how  
the movie should play and what you wish to view. You  
can do this by using the DVD Player control panel and  
the mouse.  
USING THE DVD PLAYER ON  
BATTERY POWER  
1. Right-click on the movie screen to open a drop-  
down menu for options.  
Since DVD drives consume a lot of power, your overall  
battery life will be shorter when operating the DVD drive  
continuously (such as watching a DVD movie) than  
during standard operation. Many movies run-times are  
longer than your notebook can support on a single  
battery. If you are watching a DVD movie on battery  
power you may need to swap in an additional, charged  
battery, add a second modular battery in your Flexible  
Bay or attach AC power during the movie to view it  
in its entirety.  
2. Select Panel Control, for all the controls available,  
select Navigator Control for navigation controls  
only, or select Angle Control to open a small box  
that allows you to select different angles to view the  
movie. From these controls, it is possible to add  
sub-titles, speed up or slow down, even play movie  
related games.  
P O I N T  
C A U T I O N  
For more information on using the Control Panels and  
the other options for navigating a movie, review the  
CineMaster on-line help file located at C:\ProgramFiles\  
Fujitsu\DVDPlayer\DVDPlayer.hlp on your notebook.  
Prolonged use of the DVD drive, such as watching a  
DVD movie, will substantially reduce your notebook’s  
battery life.  
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P O I N T  
Many movies run-times are longer than your system  
can support on a single battery. If you are watching a  
DVD movie on battery power you may need to swap  
in an additional, charged battery, add a 2nd modular  
battery or attach AC power during the movie to view  
it in its entirety.  
Some shorter DVD movies may not require you to  
swap batteries or attach AC power to complete them.  
However, it is best to be prepared since actual battery life  
while operating the DVD drive cannot be guaranteed.  
AUTOMATIC INSERTION FUNCTION  
The Automatic Insertion Function allows your notebook  
to automatically start a DVD/CD as soon as it is inserted in  
the DVD/CD-ROM drive and the tray is closed. Your note-  
book will begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an  
application if the DVD/CD includes an auto run file.  
P O I N T  
An additional full-charged battery is highly  
recommended if you will be watching DVD movies  
on battery power. If you don’t have an additional  
battery, you may purchase one either on-line at  
FPCDirect.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-877-FPCDirect  
(1-877-372-3473).  
Disabling Automatic Insertion Function  
To disable the Automatic Insertion function, follow  
these easy steps:  
1. Save all data and close all open applications.  
To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:  
1. Have an additional full-charged battery or your  
AC adapter ready for use.  
2. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then  
select Control Panel.  
2. Start watching your DVD movie.  
3. Double-click the System icon. This will open the  
System Properties dialog box.  
3. When the low battery warning occurs, immediately  
stop the movie and exit the DVD player.  
4. Select the Device Manager tab to display the device  
lists for your notebook.  
5. Click on the + to the left of the DVD/CD-ROM  
drive icon. The treeview will expand to show the  
DVD/CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and  
model number.  
C A U T I O N  
If you do not stop the DVD player quickly and the  
notebook attempts to auto-suspend (critical battery low  
state) the notebook will shutdown improperly. If this  
occurs, you will need to perform a hard reset and follow  
the instruction, if any, presented to you before the  
system will reboot.  
6. Double-click on the DVD/CD-ROM drive manu-  
facturer’s name and model number. This will open  
the DVD/CD-ROM drive manufacturer’s name and  
model number dialog box.  
7. Select the Settings tab and then remove the check  
mark in the Automatic Insertion Notification box  
to turn it off.  
4. Manually place your notebook into suspend mode  
by depressing the Suspend button and replace the  
discharged battery with an additional full-charged  
battery. Or if you do not have an additional battery,  
you may attach AC power as soon as you see the low  
battery warning.  
8. Click OK.  
9. Click Close in the System Properties dialog box,  
then click Ye s in the System Settings Change pop-up  
window when it asks you to restart your machine  
and activate this change.  
5. Resume your notebook by pressing the Suspend  
button again. This step is not required if you  
attached AC power without entering suspend mode.  
The Automatic Insertion function can be re-activated by  
repeating this process and placing a check mark in the  
Automatic Insertion Notification box to turn it back on.  
6. Restart your DVD player, locate and skip to the  
chapter of the movie you were last watching.  
7. Continue watching your DVD movie.  
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PC Card Slot  
Eject Button  
PC Card  
Figure 4-12 Installing/Removing PC Cards  
PC Cards  
W A R N I N G  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type II PC  
Cards, which can perform a variety of functions.  
Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or  
any other substance on the card as you may perma-  
nently damage the card, your notebook, or both.  
Some available PC Cards:  
Zoomed Video cards.  
Fax/data modem cards.  
Local area network (LAN) cards.  
IDE solid-state disk cards.  
1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions  
on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards  
may require your notebook to be Off while  
installing them.  
SCSI cards.  
2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot.  
If there is, see Removing PC Cards.  
Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or  
CardBus standards.  
3. Insert your PC Card into the slot, with the product  
label facing up.  
For further information, refer to the instructions  
supplied with your PC Card.  
4. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is seated  
in the opening. You will hear a click and the Eject  
button will pop away from your notebook.  
INSTALLING PC CARDS  
PC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a  
PC Card, follow these easy steps: (Figure 4-12)  
5. Flip the Eject button towards the front of  
your notebook.  
6. Lock the PC Card into the slot by sliding the  
Lock button toward the front of your notebook.  
W A R N I N G  
Installing or removing a PC Card during your note-  
book’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the  
card and/or your notebook.  
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2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by sliding the  
Lock button toward the rear of your notebook.  
REMOVING PC CARDS  
To remove a PC Card, follow these easy steps:  
3. Flip the Eject button towards the rear of your note-  
book until it is fully extended, and then push it in  
until it is flush with the notebook. This will push the  
PC Card slightly out of the slot allowing you to  
remove the card.  
C A U T I O N  
Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards  
that must be followed before removing a card.  
(Please review your operating system manual for  
the correct procedure)  
C A U T I O N  
1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions  
on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require  
your notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off while  
removing them.  
If the PC Card has an external connector and cable, do  
not pull the cable when removing the card.  
P O I N T  
If the dialog box states that the device cannot be  
removed, you must save all of your open files, close  
any open applications and shutdown your notebook.  
Once your notebook has been shutdown, you must  
turn Off the power using the power switch.  
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Memory Upgrade  
Module  
C A U T I O N  
The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged  
by electro-static discharge (ESD). Be sure you are prop-  
erly grounded when handling and installing the module.  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with 64MB or  
128MB high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM  
(SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your notebook’s  
memory capacity, you can replace the original memory  
module with a higher capacity module. The memory  
upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM  
module, however it can be up to 128MB capacity.  
6. Remove the memory upgrade module from the  
static guarded sleeve.  
7. Align the memory upgrade module with the part  
side up. Align the connector edge of the memory  
upgrade module with the connector slot in the  
compartment. The connector will be pointing  
toward the rear of the notebook.  
C A U T I O N  
8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle.  
Press the connector edge of the module firmly down  
and into the connector until it lodges under the  
retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is prop-  
erly in place. (Figure 4-14)  
Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade  
module compartment, except the ones specifically  
shown in the directions for installing and removing  
the memory upgrade module.  
INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE  
1. Turn off power to your notebook using the power  
switch, and remove any power adapter  
(AC or auto/airline).  
2. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.  
3. Turn the notebook bottom side up, with the front  
panel toward you.  
4. Remove the screws of the memory upgrade module  
compartment. (Figure 4-13)  
5. Remove the cover.  
Figure 4-14 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module  
9. Replace the cover.  
10. Replace the screws.  
P O I N T  
The memory upgrade module is not something you  
routinely remove from your notebook. Once it is  
installed, you can leave it in place unless you want  
to change system memory capacity.  
Figure 4-13 Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment  
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TO REMOVE A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE  
1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory  
Upgrade Module.  
CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION  
OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY  
Once you have changed the system memory capacity  
by either adding or removing a memory upgrade  
module, be sure to check that your notebook has  
recognized the change.  
2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the  
memory upgrade module at the same time.  
3. While holding the clips out, remove the module  
from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the  
rear of your notebook. (Figure 4-15)  
You can check the memory capacity by looking at the  
main menu of the BIOS setup:  
1. Turn on the power to your notebook using the  
power switch.  
2. Allow the system to start booting and press the [F2]  
key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This  
will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the  
current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility on  
page 33 for more information)  
The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity,  
as detected by your notebook during the Power On Self  
Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the main  
menu screen. The chart below shows you the possible  
displays that can be shown on the main menu screen.  
Figure 4-15 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module  
4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static  
guarded sleeve.  
P O I N T  
5. Replace the cover.  
6. Replace the screws.  
If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that  
your memory upgrade module is properly installed. (If  
the module is properly installed and the capacity is still  
not correctly recognized, see Troubleshooting. (See  
Troubleshooting on page 67 for more information)  
P O I N T  
After installing your memory module, you must com-  
plete the Resetting the Save-to-Disk Parameters proce-  
dure in order for the Save-to-Disk mode to operate  
properly on your LifeBook. (See Save-to-Disk Mode on  
page 36 for more information)  
Installed  
Displayed  
Total RAM  
System  
Memory  
640K  
Extended  
Memory  
63MB  
Slot 1  
64MB  
128MB  
Installed  
64MB  
128MB  
640K  
127MB  
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PS/2 Keyboard Port  
USB Port  
Port Replicator Release Latch  
Serial Port  
LAN (RJ-45) Jack  
DC Power Jack  
PS/2 Mouse Port  
External Monitor Port  
Parallel Port  
External Floppy Disk Drive Port  
Figure 4-16 Port Replicator rear panel  
USB Port  
Port Replicator  
The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial  
Bus devices. (Figure 4-16)  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a Port  
Replicator. The Port Replicator extends the functionality  
of your notebook by providing ports to connect PS/2  
devices, a LAN (RJ-45) cable, a USB device, an external  
monitor, a parallel device, a serial device, and an external  
floppy disk drive. The Port Replicator connects to the  
rear panel of your notebook. (See Device Ports on page 61  
for more information)  
External Monitor Port  
The external monitor port allows you to connect an  
external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 4-16)  
Parallel Port  
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices.  
(This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.)  
(Figure 4-16)  
REAR PANEL COMPONENTS  
Following is a brief description of your Port Replicator’s  
rear panel components.  
Serial Port  
The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C)  
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COM  
port.) (Figure 4-16)  
LAN (RJ-45) Jack  
The LAN port allows you to connect a LAN (RJ-45)  
cable. (Figure 4-16)  
External Floppy Disk Drive Port  
The external floppy disk drive port allows you to attach  
an optional external floppy disk drive. (Figure 4-16)  
PS/2 Keyboard Port  
The PS/2 keyboard port allows you to connect an  
external PS/2 keyboard. (Figure 4-16)  
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. (Figure 4-16)  
PS/2 Mouse Port  
The PS/2 mouse port allows you to connect an external  
PS/2 Mouse. (Figure 4-16)  
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Port Replicator Release Latch  
Docking Port  
Figure 4-17 Port Replicator front panel  
FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS  
Following is a brief description of your Port Replicator’s  
front panel components.  
DETACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR  
The Port Replicator can be detached from your notebok  
while the power is on, while in suspend mode, or while  
the power is off. To detach the Port Replicator follow  
these easy steps:  
Docking Port  
The docking port connects the Port Replicator to your  
notebook. (Figure 4-17)  
1. Slide the Port Replicator’s release button to the right  
to release the lock. (Figure 4-19)  
Port Replicator Release Latch  
Slide the Port Replicator Release button to remove the  
Port Replicator from your notebook. (Figure 4-17)  
2. Lift up your notebbok to detach it from the  
Port Replicator.  
ATTACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR  
The Port Replicator can be attached on your notebok  
while the power is on, while in suspend mode, or while  
the power is off. To attach the Port Replicator follow  
these easy steps:  
1. Align the Port Replicator connector on the lower  
surface of you notebook with the connector on top  
of the Port Replicator.  
Figure 4-19 Detaching the Port Replicator  
2. Push your notebook down to connect it to the Port  
C A U T I O N  
Replicator securely. (Figure 4-18)  
Do not carry your notebook with the Port Replicator  
attched to it. The Port Replicator might fall off  
and break.  
Figure 4-18 Attaching the Port Replicator  
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Device Ports  
C A U T I O N  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and Port Replicator  
come equipped with multiple ports to which you can  
connect an external device including: disk drives,  
keyboards, modems, printers, etc.  
The internal modem on all Fujitsu notebooks from  
Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the  
United States and Canada. The modem may be  
certified in other countries.  
MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK  
INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK  
The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an  
internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow  
these easy steps: (See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)  
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal  
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. If your  
notebook has been configured with internal LAN  
capability you will need to configure your notebook  
to work with your particular network. (Please refer to  
your network administrator for information on your  
network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow  
these easy steps: (See figure 2-8 on page 14 for location)  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a  
telephone outlet.  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.  
The modem sound is deactivated by defualt, to activate  
modem sound follow these easy steps:  
1. Right click on the Speaker icon in your system tray.  
2. Select Open Volume.  
3. Select Option/Properties.  
P O I N T  
4. Under “Show the following volume controls, click  
The LAN Controller is disabled by default. Before using  
the LAN you must first enable the controller from  
within the BIOS. To activate the LAN Controller, save  
and close all files and restart your notebook. Press [F2]  
to enter the BIOS setup and select Internal Device  
Configuration under the Advanced tab. Set the LAN  
Controller option to [Enabled] and press [F10] to save,  
exit and restart your notebook.  
on Phone and click OK.  
5. Uncheck the Mute box under Phone Balance.  
W A R N I N G  
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 inter-  
nal 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.  
PARALLEL PORT  
The parallel port, or LPT port, located on the Port Repli-  
cator allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a  
printer to your notebook. In order to connect a parallel  
interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-16  
on page 59 for location)  
C A U T I O N  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90  
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the  
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection  
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum  
speed is 33600bps at upload.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on  
each end of the connector.  
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SERIAL PORT  
UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORT  
The serial port, or COMM port, located on the Port  
Replicator allows you to connect serial devices, such as  
printers or scanners. In order to connect a serial inter-  
face device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-16 on  
page 59 for location)  
The Universal Serial Bus port (USB) allows you to  
connect USB devices such as external game pads,  
pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order  
to connect a USB device follow these easy steps: (See  
figure 4-16 on page 59 for location)  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each  
end of the connector.  
C A U T I O N  
Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology  
and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers  
are guaranteed to work.  
PS/2 PORT  
The PS/2 port located on the Port Replicator allows  
you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric  
keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface  
device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-16 on page 59  
for location)  
INFRARED PORT  
The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless  
data transfer between your notebook and other IrDA-  
compatible devices, such as another computer or a  
printer, without the use of a cable. (See figure 2-8 on  
page 14 for location)  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
P O I N T  
It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out  
this form of communication, both devices must be  
placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each  
other without obstruction. The devices must also be  
separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for  
maximum performance.  
A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and  
automatically recognized by your notebook without  
restarting or changing setups.  
P O I N T  
The following conditions may interfere with infrared  
communications:  
The use of two PS/2 devices simultaneously from the  
port requires a PS/2 splitter.  
A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless  
headphone is being used nearby.  
Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light  
DOCKING PORT  
The docking port is used for the connection of your  
notebook to an optional port replicator or docking  
station. In order to connect your notebook to one of  
these devices follow the instructions that came with your  
docking port. (See figure 2-9 on page 15 for location)  
shines directly on the port.  
C A U T I O N  
Do not move either device while communication is  
active as it may interrupt data transmission.  
EXTERNAL FLOPPY DISK DRIVE PORT  
The external floppy disk drive port is used for attaching  
an optional external floppy disk drive or an optional  
modular floppy disk drive with the optional floppy  
cable. In order to connect a external floppy disk drive to  
your notebook follow the instructions that came with  
your external floppy disk drive. (See figure 4-16 on  
page 59 for location)  
C A U T I O N  
Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens.  
Scratches, dirt, or other surface marks can  
degrade operation.  
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HEADPHONE JACK  
P O I N T  
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones  
or powered external speakers to your notebook. Your  
headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8"  
(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect head-  
phones or speakers follow these easy steps:(See figure 2-7  
on page 13 for location)  
With Windows 98, you can use the Infrared  
Recipient application for infrared file transfers.  
LapLink Professional software can also be used  
for infrared file transfers.  
MICROPHONE JACK  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external  
mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped  
with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into  
the microphone jack of your notebook. In order to  
connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (See  
figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
P O I N T  
If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, the  
built-in stereo speakers will be disabled.  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT  
The external monitor port allows you to connect an  
external VGA or SVGA monitor. In order to connect an  
external monitor follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-8  
on page 14 for location)  
STEREO LINE-IN JACK  
The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external  
audio source to your notebook, such as an audio cassette  
player. Your audio device must be equipped with a 1/8"  
(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the stereo  
line-in jack of your notebook. In order to connect a  
external audio source follow these easy steps: (See  
figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on  
each end of the connector.  
1. Align the connector with the port opening.  
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.  
C A U T I O N  
Pressing the [FN] + [F10] keys allows you to change  
your selection of where to send your display video.  
Each time you press the key combination, you will  
step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display  
panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally  
moving to both the built-in display panel and an  
external monitor.  
P O I N T  
The stereo line-in jack will not support an  
external microphone.  
C A U T I O N  
Turn down the audio volume when connecting  
electronic devices to the line-in jack. The internal  
speakers might break if unexpected large sounds  
are inputted.  
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Section Five  
Troubleshooting  
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 79  
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80  
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8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the  
Troubleshooting Table without success, contact  
your support representative:  
Troubleshooting  
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to  
few problems in the field. However, you may encounter  
simple setup or operating problems that you can solve  
on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that  
you can solve by replacing the device. The information  
in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these  
straightforward problems and identify failures that  
require service.  
Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)  
Fax: 1-901-259-5700  
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com.  
Before you place the call, you should have the following  
information ready so that the customer support represen-  
tative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:  
Product name  
Product configuration number  
Product serial number  
Purchase date  
IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM  
If you encounter a problem, go through the following  
procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:  
1. Turn off your notebook.  
Conditions under which the problem occurred  
Any error messages that have occurred  
Hardware configuration  
2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your  
notebook and to an active AC power source.  
Type of device connected, if any  
3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card  
slot is seated properly. You can also remove the card  
from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause  
of failure.  
See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your  
notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See  
figure 2-9 on page 15 for location)  
4. Make sure that any devices connected to the  
external connectors are plugged in properly. You  
can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating  
them as possible causes of failure.  
SPECIFIC PROBLEMS  
Using PC-Doctor  
PC-Doctor is a diagnostic program by Watergate Soft-  
ware, Inc. which comes pre-installed on your notebook.  
If you are an experienced computer user you may find it  
useful, however, it is intended primarily to help your  
Fujitsu support representative better serve you. When you  
call for help, your support representative may ask you to  
setup your notebook for modem operation. You will be  
told what to do step by step, and then asked to hang up the  
phone and plug your phone line into the back of your  
notebook. Your support representative will then use the  
service computer to call your notebook and perform diag-  
nostic tests to find the nature of you problem. Messages  
will be displayed on the screen explaining what is being  
done and any further instructions that you may need.  
5. Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at  
least 10 seconds before you turn it on.  
6. Go through the boot sequence.  
7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the  
Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more  
detailed troubleshooting information.  
P O I N T  
If you keep notes about what you have tried, your  
support representative may be able to help you  
more quickly by giving additional suggestions  
over the phone.  
Using the Troubleshooting Table  
C A U T I O N  
When you have problems with your notebook, try to  
find the symptoms under the Problem column of the  
troubleshooting table for the feature giving you diffi-  
culty. You will find a description of common causes for  
that symptom under the column Possible Cause and  
what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition  
under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions  
may not apply to your notebook.  
Do not return a failed notebook to your supplier until  
you have talked to a support representative.  
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Problem  
Page  
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Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71  
Parallel, Serial and USB Device Problems . . . . . . . . . .71  
PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72  
Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72  
Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
Port Replicator Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
Audio Problems  
There is no sound coming  
from the built-in speakers.  
The volume is turned too low. Adjust the volume control on your notebook.  
The software volume control is Adjust the sound volume control settings in your  
set too low.  
software, operating system and applications.  
Headphones are plugged into  
your notebook.  
Plugging in headphones disables the built-in  
speakers, remove the headphones.  
BIOS audio settings  
are incorrect.  
Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within  
the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See  
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)  
Software driver is not config-  
ured correctly.  
Refer to your application and operating system  
documentation for help.  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Problems  
Notebook fails to recognize Protective sheet is still in the  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM’s. DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM  
drive tray.  
Remove the protective sheet and replace DVD/CD-  
RW/CD-ROM in tray.  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is  
not pushed down onto raised  
center circle of  
Open DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM tray and re-install  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM properly.  
the drive.  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM tray Push on the front of the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM  
is not latched shut.  
tray until it latches.  
Setup utility is set to some-  
thing other than DVD/CD-  
Revise BIOS settings for the Secondary Master  
Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for  
RW/CD-ROM or Auto for the more information)  
Secondary Master Controller.  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
Notebook fails to recognize Wrong drive designator was  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM’s. used for DVD/CD-RW/CD-  
Verify the drive designator used by the application is  
the same as the one used by the operating system.  
When the operating system is booted from a DVD/  
CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.  
(continued)  
ROM in the application.  
Windows DVD/CD-RW/CD- Start the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM from the desktop  
ROM auto insertion function  
is disabled.  
or application software or re-enable the Windows  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM auto insertion function.  
(See Automatic Insertion Function on page 54 for  
more information)  
DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is  
dirty or defective.  
Wipe DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM with a non-abrasive  
CD cleaning cloth and reinsert. It if still will not  
work try another DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM in  
the drive.  
The DVD/CD-RW/CD-  
ROM Access indicator on  
the Status Indicator Panel  
blinks at regular intervals  
when no DVD/CD-RW/  
CD-ROM is in the tray or  
the DVD/CD-RW/CD-  
ROM drive is not installed.  
The Windows DVD/CD-RW/ This is normal. However, you may disable this feature.  
CD-ROM auto insertion func- (See Automatic Insertion Function on page 54 for  
tion is active and is checking to more information)  
see if a DVD/CD-RW/CD-  
ROM is ready to run.  
Port Replicator Problems  
Notebook does not turn  
on when installed in  
Port Replicator  
Port Replicator AC adapter is  
not plugged in.  
Provide power to the Port Replicator.  
Remove and re-dock your notebook.  
Notebook is not properly  
seated in the Port Replicator.  
Floppy Disk Drive Problems  
You cannot access your  
floppy disk.  
You tried to write to a write  
protected floppy disk.  
Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable. (See  
Preparing a Disk for Use on page 47 for more informa-  
tion)  
Floppy disk is not  
loaded correctly.  
Eject floppy disk, check orientation and re-insert.  
(See Ejecting a Disk on page 47 for more information)  
BIOS setup utility states  
Diskette Controller:  
Disabled.  
Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to  
enable Diskette Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility  
on page 33 for more information)  
The floppy disk drive may not Remove and re-install your floppy disk drive.  
be properly installed.  
Security is set to protect access Verify your password and security settings.  
to floppy disk data.  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
Hard Drive Problems  
You cannot access your  
hard drive.  
The setup utility is incorrectly Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master  
set for your internal (Primary and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility  
Master) or optional second  
hard drive (Primary Slave).  
on page 33 for more information)  
The wrong drive designator  
was used by an application  
Verify drive designator used by application is in  
use by the operating system. When the operating  
when a bootable CD-ROM was system is booted from a CD, drive designations  
used to start the notebook.  
are automatically adjusted.  
Security is set so your oper-  
ating system cannot be started  
without a password.  
Verify your password and security settings.  
Keyboard or Mouse Problems  
The built-in keyboard does The notebook has gone into  
Push the Suspend/Resume button.  
not seem to work.  
Suspend mode.  
Your application has locked  
out your keyboard.  
Try to use your intergrated pointing device to restart  
your system. If this fails, turn your notebook off  
using the power switch, wait 10 seconds or more,  
and then turn it back on.  
You have installed an  
external keyboard or  
mouse, and it does not  
seem to work.  
Your external device is not  
properly installed.  
Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 61  
for more information)  
Your operating system  
software is not setup with  
the correct software driver  
for that device.  
Check your device and operating system docu-  
mentation and activate the proper driver.  
Your mouse or keyboard is  
connected to the wrong PS/2  
port on the LANdock.  
Plug the mouse into the PS/2 Mouse port and  
the external keyboard or numeric key pad into the  
PS/2 Keyboard port. (See PS/2 Port on page 62 for  
more information)  
You have connected an  
external keyboard or a  
mouse and it seems to be  
locking up the system.  
Your operating system  
software is not setup with  
the correct software driver  
for that device.  
Check your device and operating system  
documentation and activate the proper driver.  
Your system has crashed.  
Try to restart your notebook. If that fails, turn off  
the power using the power switch, wait at least 10  
seconds, and then power on.  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
Memory Problems  
Your Power On screen,  
or Main menu of the  
BIOS setup utility infor-  
mation, does not show  
the correct amount of  
installed memory.  
Your memory upgrade module Remove and re-install your memory upgrade  
is not properly installed.  
module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 57  
for more information)  
You have a memory failure.  
Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.  
(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 77 for more  
information)  
Modem Problems  
Messages about modem  
operation.  
Messages about modem  
operation are generated  
by whichever modem  
application is in use.  
See your application software documentation for  
additional information.  
Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems  
You have installed a parallel The device is not  
Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports  
port device, a serial port  
device or a USB device.  
Your notebook does not  
recognize the device, or the  
device does not seem to  
work properly.  
properly installed.  
on page 61 for more information)  
The device may have been  
Close the application and restart your notebook.  
installed while an application  
was running, so your notebook  
is not aware of its installation.  
Your software may not  
have the correct software  
driver active.  
See your software documentation and activate the  
correct driver.  
You may have the wrong  
I/O address selected for  
your device.  
See your device documentation and software docu-  
mentation to determine the required I/O address.  
Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See  
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)  
Your device and another  
device are assigned the same  
I/O address.  
Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS  
setup utility and any other installed hardware or  
software to make sure there are no duplications.  
Parallel port is set to  
output only.  
Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set to  
bi-directional or ECP.  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
PC Card Problems  
A card inserted in the PC  
The card is not  
Remove and re-install the card. (See PC Cards on  
Card slot does not work or properly installed.  
page 55 for more information)  
is locking up the system.  
The card may have been  
Close the application and restart your notebook.  
installed while an application  
was running, so your notebook  
is not aware of its installation.  
Your software may not  
have the correct software  
driver active.  
See your software documentation and activate the  
correct driver.  
You may have the wrong  
I/O address selected for your  
PC Card device.  
See your PC Card documentation to determine  
the required I/O address. Change the settings in  
the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for  
more information)  
Your PC Card device and  
Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS  
another device are assigned the setup utility and any other installed hardware or  
same I/O address.  
software to make sure there are no duplications.  
Power Failures  
You turn on your  
notebook and nothing  
seems to happen.  
The installed primary  
battery is completely  
discharged, there is no  
optional second battery  
installed or there is no  
Power adapter (AC or Auto/  
Airline) installed.  
Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the  
presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status  
Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information)  
Install a charged battery or a Power adapter.  
The primary battery is  
installed but is faulty.  
Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence  
and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator  
Panel on page 16 for more information) If a battery is  
indicating a short, remove that battery and operate  
from another power source or replace that battery.  
The battery or batteries are low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the  
presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status  
Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information) Use  
a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged  
or install a charged battery.  
The power adapter (AC or  
auto/airline) is not plugged  
in properly.  
Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See  
Power Sources on page 31 for more information)  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
You turn on your notebook The Power adapter (AC  
Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for  
a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC  
outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in  
a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or  
Accessories position.  
and nothing seems to  
happen. (continued)  
or auto/airline) has no  
power from the AC outlet,  
airplane seat jack, or the car’s  
cigarette lighter.  
The Power adapter (AC or  
auto/airline) is faulty.  
Try a different Power adapter or install a charged  
optional second battery.  
Power switch is not in the  
On position.  
Slide your power switch firmly to the Off position,  
pause 10 seconds or more and then firmly to the  
On position.  
Your notebook turns off  
all by itself.  
The power management  
parameters are set for auto  
timeouts which are too short  
for your operating needs.  
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the  
mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the  
Suspend/Resume button. Check your power  
management settings, or close your applications  
and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup  
utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit  
your operation needs.  
You are operating on battery  
Install a power adapter and then push the Suspend/  
power only and have ignored a Resume button. (See Power Sources on page 31 for  
low battery alarm until the  
batteries are all at the dead  
battery state and your machine  
has gone into Dead Battery  
Suspend mode.  
more information)  
You have a battery failure.  
Verify the condition of the batteries using the  
Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove  
any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator  
Panel on page 16 for more information)  
Your power adapter has failed Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet  
or lost its power source.  
has power.  
Your notebook will not  
work on battery alone.  
The installed batteries  
are dead.  
Replace the battery with a charged one or install  
a Power adapter.  
No batteries are installed.  
Install a charged battery.  
The batteries are  
improperly installed.  
Verify that the batteries are properly connected  
by re-installing them.  
Your installed batteries  
are faulty.  
Verify the condition of the batteries using the  
Status Indicator panel and replace or remove  
any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator  
Panel on page 16 for more information)  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
The batteries seem to  
discharge too quickly.  
You are running an application Use both the primary battery and an optional  
that uses a great deal of power second battery and/or use a power adapter for this  
due to frequent hard drive  
access or DVD/CD-ROM  
access, use of a modem card  
or a LAN PC card.  
application when at all possible.  
The power savings features  
may be disabled.  
Check the power management and/or setup utility  
settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust  
according to your operating needs.  
The brightness is turned all  
the way up.  
Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher  
the brightness the more power your display uses.  
The batteries are very old.  
Replace the batteries.  
Replace the batteries.  
The batteries have been  
exposed to high temperatures.  
The batteries are too hot  
or too cold.  
Restore the notebook to normal operating tempera-  
ture. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator  
panel will flash when the battery is outside its  
operating range.  
Shutdown and Startup Problems  
The Suspend/Resume  
button does not work.  
The Suspend/Resume button  
Enable the button from the setup utility.  
is disabled from the Advanced  
submenu of the Power menu  
of the setup utility.  
You did not hold the button  
in long enough.  
Hold the button longer. This may need to be a few  
seconds if your application is preventing the CPU  
from checking for button pushes.  
There may be a conflict with  
the application software.  
Close all applications and try the button again.  
The system powers up, and The boot sequence settings  
displays power on informa- of the setup utility are not  
Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key  
while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2]  
key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source  
settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup  
Utility on page 33 for more information)  
tion, but fails to load the  
operating system.  
compatible with your  
configuration.  
You have a secured system  
requiring a password to load  
your operating system.  
Make sure you have the right password. Enter the  
setup utility and verify the Security settings and  
modify them as accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility  
on page 33 for more information)  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
The system powers up, and Internal hard drive was  
displays power on informa- not detected.  
tion, but fails to load the  
Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master  
submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to  
auto detect the internal hard drive.  
operating system.  
(continued)  
An error message is  
displayed on the screen  
during the notebook  
(boot) sequence.  
Power On Self Test (POST) has See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to  
detected a problem.  
determine the meaning and severity of the problem.  
Not all messages are errors; some are simply status  
indicators. (See Power On Self Test Messages on  
page 77 for more information)  
Your notebook appears to  
change setup parameters  
when you start it.  
BIOS setup changes were not  
saved when you made them  
and exited the BIOS setup  
utility returning it to  
Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when  
exiting the BIOS setup utility.  
previous settings.  
The BIOS CMOS hold-up  
battery has failed.  
Contact your support representative for repairs.  
This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal  
life of 3 to 5 years.  
Video Problems  
The built-in display is  
blank when you turn on  
your notebook.  
Something is pushing on the  
Closed Cover switch.  
Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on  
page 10 for location)  
The notebook is set for an  
external monitor only.  
Pressing [F10] while holding down the [FN] key  
allows you to change your selection of where to  
send your display video. Each time you press the  
combination of keys you will step to the next  
choice. The choices, in order are: built-in display  
only, external monitor only, both built-in display  
and external monitor.  
The angle of the display  
and the brightness settings  
are not adequate for your  
lighting conditions.  
Move the display and the brightness control until  
you have adequate visibility.  
The power management time- Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse  
outs may be set for very short to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/  
intervals and you failed to  
notice the display come on  
and go off again.  
Resume button. (The display may be shut off by  
Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)  
The notebook turned  
on with a series of beeps  
and your built-in display  
is blank.  
Power On Self Test (POST)  
has detected a failure which  
does not allow the display  
to operate.  
Contact your support representative.  
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Possible Solutions  
The display goes blank by  
itself after you have been  
using it.  
The notebook has gone into  
Video timeout, Standby mode, mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the  
Suspend mode or Save-to-Disk Suspend/Resume button. Check your power  
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the  
mode because you have not  
used it for a period of time.  
management settings, or close your applications  
and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup  
utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit  
your operation needs. (See BIOS Setup Utility on  
page 33 for more information)  
Something is pushing on the  
Closed Cover switch.  
Check the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on  
page 10 for location)  
The power management time- Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse  
outs may be set for very short to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/  
intervals and you failed to  
notice the display come on  
and go off again.  
Resume button. (The display may be shut off by  
Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)  
The Built-in Display does  
not close.  
A foreign object, such as a  
paper clip, is stuck between the  
display and the keyboard.  
Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.  
This is normal; do nothing.  
The Built-in Display has  
bright or dark spots.  
If the spots are very tiny and  
few in number, this is normal  
for a large LCD display.  
If the spots are numerous or  
large enough to interfere with  
your operation needs.  
Display is faulty; contact your support representative.  
The application display  
uses only a portion of your that does not support 800 x  
screen and is surrounded  
by a dark frame.  
You are running an application Display compression gives a clearer but smaller  
display for applications that do not support 800 x  
600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution 600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution. You can fill the  
display and display compres-  
sion is enabled.  
screen but have less resolution by changing your  
display compression setting, (See the Video Features  
submenu, located within the Advanced menu of the  
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more  
information)  
The Display is dark when  
on battery power.  
The PMSet default is set  
on low brightness to  
conserve power.  
Press [FN] + [F7] to increase brightness or double-  
click on PMSet battery gauge and adjust Power  
Control under battery settings.  
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Possible Cause  
Possible Solutions  
You have connected an  
external monitor and  
it does not display  
any information.  
Your BIOS setup is not set to  
Try toggling the video destination by pressing [FN]  
enable your external monitor. and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and  
enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features  
submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the  
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more  
information)  
Your external monitor is not  
properly installed.  
Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on  
page 63 for more information)  
Your operating system soft-  
ware is not setup with the  
correct software driver for  
that device.  
Check your device and operating system  
documentation and activate the proper driver.  
You have connected an  
external monitor and it  
does not come on.  
Your external monitor  
is not compatible with  
your notebook.  
See your monitor documentation and the  
External Monitor Support portions of the  
Specifications section. (See Specifications on page 91  
for more information)  
Miscellaneous Problems  
An error message is  
displayed on the screen  
during the operation of  
an application.  
Application software often  
has its own set of error  
message displays.  
See your application manual and help displays  
screens for more information. Not all messages are  
errors some may simply be status.  
drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and  
contact your support representative.  
POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES  
The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status  
messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating  
system can generate and an explanation of each message.  
Error messages are marked with an *. The most  
common errors are marked with a #. If an error message  
is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and  
check your operating system documentation both on  
screen and in the manual. If you can find no reference  
to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact  
your support representative for assistance.  
*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn  
Extended memory not working or not configured prop-  
erly. If you have an installed memory upgrade module,  
verify that the module is properly installed. If it is prop-  
erly installed, you may want to check your Windows  
Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory  
until you can contact your support representative.  
nnnn Extended RAM Passed  
Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes  
successfully tested.  
nnnn Cache SRAM Passed  
Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes  
success-fully tested by the Power On Self Test. (This can  
only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)  
*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn  
This is a map of the bits at the memory address (in  
System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which failed the  
memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed  
bit. This is a serious fault that may cause you to lose data  
if you continue. Contact your support representative.  
*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error  
Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self  
Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined  
with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See  
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information) and  
that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk  
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*Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller  
Failure (where x = 1-4)  
*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP  
Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. This error  
probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup  
utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you  
still get this error, contact your support representative.  
The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly.  
This may mean that the hard drive type identified in  
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected  
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check  
for the hard drive type settings and correct them if  
necessary. If the settings are OK and the message appears  
when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault  
which might cause you to lose data if you continue.  
Contact your support representative.  
#*Operating system not found  
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or  
drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both the fixed  
disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the  
boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have changed  
your installation greatly, the operating system should be  
on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard  
drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be  
re-installed from your back up media.  
*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP  
Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.  
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in  
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected  
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to  
correct the inconsistency.  
*Parity Check 1 nnnn  
Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts  
to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it  
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a  
potentially data destroying failure. Contact your  
support representative.  
*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP  
Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.  
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in  
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected  
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to  
correct the inconsistency.  
*Parity Check 2 nnnn  
Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to  
locate the address and display it on the screen. If it  
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a  
potentially data destroying failure. Contact your  
support representative.  
*Invalid NVRAM media type  
Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that  
you see this message you may have some display prob-  
lems. You can continue operating but should contact  
your support representative for more information.  
#*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP  
Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press  
the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2]  
key to enter Setup and change any settings.  
*Keyboard controller error  
The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to  
replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may  
be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact  
your support representative.  
#*Previous boot incomplete –  
Default configuration used  
Previous Power On Self Test did not complete success-  
fully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and  
offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by  
incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next  
boot will likely fail also. If using the default settings does  
not allow you to complete a successful boot sequence,  
you should turn off the power with the Power Switch  
and contact your support representative.  
*Keyboard error  
Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your  
keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to  
use an external keyboard until then. Contact your  
support representative.  
*Keyboard error nn  
BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code  
for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard  
but may be able to use an external keyboard until then.  
Contact your support representative.  
*Real time clock error  
Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair.  
Contact your support representative.  
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*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn  
EMERGENCY DVD/CD-ROM TRAY RELEASE  
If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open  
the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool  
inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the  
front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip  
and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out  
a short distance.  
Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at  
which the error was detected. You are risking data corrup-  
tion if you continue. Contact your support representative.  
nnnn Shadow RAM Passed  
Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes  
successfully tested.  
*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP  
The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead.  
This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted battery  
which requires a support representative to change. You  
can continue operating but you will have to use setup  
utility default values or reconfigure your setup utility  
every time you turn off your notebook. This battery has  
an expected life of 2 to 3 years.  
MODEM RESULT CODES  
The operating system and application software that is  
factory installed detects the modem characteristics and  
provides the necessary command strings to operate the  
modem. The internal modem operation is controlled by  
generic AT commands from the operating system and  
application software. The standard long form result  
codes may, in some cases, be displayed on your screen to  
keep you informed of the actions of your modem. The  
operating system and application software may suppress  
display of the result codes.  
System BIOS shadowed  
System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.  
*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP  
BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified  
incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that  
changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and  
reconfigure the system.  
Examples of result codes are:  
OK  
NO CARRIER  
NO DIALTONE  
CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete  
*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn  
at 53,000 bps.)  
ERROR  
FAX  
RING (This means an incoming call.)  
BUSY  
NO ANSWER  
System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block  
at which the error was detected. This means that there is  
a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to  
operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your  
support representative for repairs.  
nnnn System RAM Passed  
Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in  
kilobytes successfully tested.  
When using the internal modem with applications  
that are not factory installed refer to the  
application documentation.  
*System timer error  
The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the  
computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board.  
Contact your support representative for repairs.  
UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn  
Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper  
Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the  
BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a virtual  
memory manager.  
Video BIOS shadowed  
Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.  
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choose this option, you will lose any software you  
have installed and any other files you created since  
you setup your computer. You will have to re-install  
any software that was not included with the  
computer when you bought it.  
RECOVERY CD-ROM  
Included with your notebook are the Emergency  
Recovery CD and Drivers and Application Restore CD.  
The Emergency Recovery CD contains the following:  
A backup copy of the software originally installed on  
your Fujitsu LifeBook (can only be used on the listed  
LifeBook models).  
P O I N T  
It is recommended that you back-up all data files prior  
to performing either of the recovery options.  
The Drivers and Application Restore CD contains  
the following:  
Sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific  
directories) that are unique to your notebook configu-  
ration for use as documented below.  
Read-me files that provide additional use information  
P O I N T  
Make certain you have your Operating System Product  
ID # available (from the Certificate of Authenticity)  
prior to performing recovery. Once the process is  
complete and you re-start your notebook, you will be  
required to perform all the setup steps as when the  
computer was first purchased. (See Booting the System  
with Windows 98 on page 34 for more information)  
for items on this CD-ROM.  
P O I N T  
If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu PC  
Corporation Support Web site at www.8fujitsu.com  
to check for the most current information, drivers/  
software and hints on how to perform recovery  
and system updates.  
C A U T I O N  
User data and user installed software CAN NOT be  
recovered from the Emergency Recovery CD.  
Restoring Your Pre-installed Software  
from CD-ROM  
The Emergency Recovery CD-ROM enables restoration  
of your notebook disk drive contents as they were origi-  
nally shipped from the factory. Most often this is neces-  
sary if files or software programs (only those files/  
programs that came pre-installed) become corrupt  
or accidentally erased.  
To Run the Emergency Recovery Program  
To use this portion of the CD-ROM, your notebook  
must Boot up (upon power up or full system reset/  
restart) from the CD-ROM drive.  
1. Insert the Emergency Recovery CD in the  
CD-ROM drive.  
You have two options available when  
performing recovery:  
2. If your notebook is running when you insert the  
CD, exit your operating system and power down  
the notebook.  
1. Recover Hard Drive without Format. This choice  
replaces all the original factory installed files and  
program structures without eliminating your data  
files. You will have to re-install any software that  
was not included with the computer when you  
bought it, however you data will be intact as long  
as the installation of the additional programs is  
performed in the same manner.  
3. Start (power up) your notebook.  
4. At this point, you must either change your  
BIOS setup configuration through the [F2] key  
to have the computer boot from the CD-ROM  
“first” (if you have not previously done so), or  
you can use the [ESC] key during this boot-up  
sequence and select the CD-ROM from the menu  
that will appear. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33  
for more information)  
2. Format and Recover Hard Drive. This choice  
removes all the information on the hard disk. If you  
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5. If correctly configured to boot from the Recovery  
CD-ROM, you will notice your system running a  
full virus scan of the hard drive and then reach the  
Emergency Recovery Welcome screen. If this is not  
what is displayed, check to see that the Recovery  
CD is installed in the CD-ROM drive and repeat  
the previous steps, starting with 2. If you received  
a message “This program may not be used on your  
computer” you are using the wrong Recovery CD  
for the model of notebook. Contact Fujitsu PC  
Service and Support to obtain the correct CD.  
P O I N T  
As long as there is no bootable disk in the CD-ROM  
drive or the floppy disk drive, your notebook will boot  
from the hard drive regardless of the BIOS Boot Device  
Priority setting.  
Drivers and Applications Restore CD  
The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selec-  
tively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have  
been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installa-  
tion instructions located in the Drivers and Applications  
Restore CD.  
6. Read the information displayed on the Welcome  
screen, then click OK.  
7. Select one of the two icons displayed in the Emer-  
gency Recovery menu and follow the instructions.  
P O I N T  
8. When recovery is complete, remove the Recovery  
CD, replace it in its sleeve and store it in a safe  
location (with your Operating System Manual/  
Certificate of Authenticity).  
Look for and open files with the extensions .DOC, .PDF  
and/or .TXT.  
9. Restart your notebook.  
10. Reset your boot device priority in the BIOS setup  
as desired.  
Your notebook now has all of the software installed that  
was included when you received it from the factory. You  
must now load any programs which you purchased and  
installed after you received your notebook. If you chose  
the Format and Recover Hard Drive option, you should  
now restore your data files. If you performed the Recover  
Hard Drive without Format, your data files will still exist  
(within their original directory structures).  
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Section Six  
Care and Maintenance  
LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85  
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
DVD/CD-RW/CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
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If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a brief-  
case, or any other carrying case, make sure that there  
are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.  
Care and Maintenance  
If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you  
will increase its life and reliability. This section provides  
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.  
Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.  
Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.  
C A U T I O N  
Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook  
Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug,  
not the cord.)  
Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Oper-  
ations of this product or similar products, must always be  
supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to  
the interior of any electrical products and do not permit  
them to handle any cables.  
Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free  
cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.  
Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.  
Never use glass cleaners.  
LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK  
Caring for your LifeBook Notebook  
Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive  
electronic device. Treat it with care.  
Storing your LifeBook Notebook  
If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn  
your LifeBook notebook off and remove all Lithium  
Ion batteries.  
Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable  
carrying case.  
Store your LifeBook notebook and batteries  
separately. If you store your notebook with a battery  
installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life  
will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might  
damage your notebook.  
Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.  
Always follow installation instructions closely.  
Keep it away from food and beverages.  
If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:  
Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location.  
Temperatures should remain between  
-25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).  
1. Turn it off.  
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.  
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.  
4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried  
out, call your support representative.  
Traveling with your LifeBook Notebook  
Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is  
turned on.  
Do not use your LifeBook notebook in a wet environ-  
ment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).  
Do not check your LifeBook notebook as baggage.  
Carry it with you.  
Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are  
approved for your notebook.  
Always bring your System Recovery CD that came  
with your LifeBook notebook when you travel. If you  
experience system software problems while traveling,  
you may need it to correct any problems.  
Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other  
environmental hazards.  
Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sun-  
Never put you LifeBook notebook through a metal  
light for long periods of time as temperatures above  
140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.  
detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by secu-  
rity personnel. You can however, put your LifeBook  
notebook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To  
avoid problems, place your notebook close to the  
entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possi-  
ble or have your notebook hand-inspected by security  
personnel. Security officials may require you to turn  
your notebook On. Make sure you have a charged bat-  
tery on hand.  
Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots  
when they are not in use.  
Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.  
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When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the  
drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If  
you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install  
the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a  
metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by  
security personnel. You can however, put your hard  
drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.  
Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a  
day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.  
Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6  
months without recharging it.  
Increasing Battery Life  
Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or  
optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.  
Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling  
overseas. Check the following diagram to determine  
which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.  
If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery  
power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight  
to recharge the battery.  
Outlet Type  
Location  
Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.  
Set the power management for maximum battery life.  
United States, Canada,  
parts of Latin America,  
Japan, Korea,  
Put your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode when it  
is turned on and you are not actually using it.  
the Philippines, Taiwan  
Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.  
Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.  
Russia and the Commonwealth  
of Independent States (CIS),  
most of Europe, parts of Latin  
America, the Middle East, parts  
of Africa, Hong Kong, India,  
most of South Asia  
Always use fully charged batteries.  
Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.  
FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES  
Caring for your Floppy Disks  
Mexico, United Kingdom,  
Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore,  
parts of Africa  
Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and  
dusty locations.  
Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or  
magnetic field.  
China, Australia,  
New Zealand  
Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or  
disk label.  
Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold  
locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature  
changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F (10ºC)  
and 125ºF (52ºC).  
BATTERIES  
Caring for your Batteries  
Always handle batteries carefully.  
Do not touch the exposed part of the disk  
behind the metal shutter.  
Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do  
not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not  
carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they  
may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects.  
Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.  
Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive  
To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry  
soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or  
a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene,  
paint thinner or other volatile material.  
Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incin-  
erate the battery.  
Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or  
Recharge batteries only as described in this manual  
and only in ventilated areas.  
cold locations, or in locations subject to severe tem-  
perature changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F  
(10ºC) and 125ºF (52ºC).  
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Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and  
away from heating equipment.  
Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/ CD-ROM Drive  
Your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is durable but  
you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the  
following points:  
Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject  
to shock and vibration.  
The drive rotates the compact disk at a very high  
Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal,  
or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk  
drive or disk.  
speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock  
or vibration with the power on.  
Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be  
exposed to extreme temperatures.  
Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.  
DVD/CD-RW/CDs  
Avoid using or storing the drive where it is  
Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs  
DVD/CD-RW/CDs are precision devices and will  
function reliably if given reasonable care.  
damp or dusty.  
Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or  
devices that generate strong magnetic fields.  
Always store your DVD/CD-RW/CDs in its case when  
Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be  
subjected to shock or vibration.  
it is not in use.  
Always handle DVD/CD-RW/CDs by the edges and  
Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD/CD-RW/  
CD-ROM drive.  
avoid touching the surface.  
Avoid storing any DVD/CD-RW/CDs in  
PC CARDS  
extreme temperatures.  
Caring for your PC Cards  
Do not bend DVD/CD-RW/CDs or set heavy objects  
PC Cards are durable, but you must treat them with  
care. The documentation supplied with your PC Card  
will provide specific information, but you should  
pay attention to the following points:  
on them.  
Do not spill liquids on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.  
Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.  
To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their  
protective sleeves when they are not installed in  
your notebook.  
Do not put a label on DDVD/CD-RW/CDs.  
Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.  
Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen  
or pencil. Always use a felt pen.  
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or  
excessive heat.  
If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is subjected to a sudden change  
in temperature, cold to warm condensation may form  
on the surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean,  
soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room temperature.  
DO NOT use a hair dryer or heater to dry DVD/  
CD-RW/CDs.  
Keep the cards dry.  
Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy  
objects on top of them.  
Do not force cards into the slot.  
Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to  
excessive vibration.  
If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is dirty, use only a DVD/  
CD-RW/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint  
free cloth starting from the inner edge and wiping to  
the outer edge.  
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Section Seven  
Specifications  
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91  
Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92  
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93  
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CONFIGURATION LABEL  
Specifications  
Your LifeBook S Series notebook contains a configuration  
label located on the bottom of your notebook. (See  
figure 2-9 on page 15 for location) This label contains  
specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen  
for your notebook. Following is an example label and  
information on how to read your own configuration label.  
This section provides the hardware and environmental  
specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook S Series  
notebook. Specifications of particular configurations  
will vary.  
Part Number  
Configuration ID  
Device  
Hard Drive  
Operating System  
Memory  
Model #  
Processor  
Screen Size  
Figure 7-1 Configuration Label  
BIOS Memory  
512KB Flash ROM.  
256 Bytes CMOS RAM with back-up battery.  
Model #  
S-4510  
Processor  
Display  
400 MHz Pentium III  
12.1" TFT  
VIDEO  
Memory  
128 MB or 64MB  
9GB or 6GB  
Built-in color flat-panel TFT active matrix LCD display  
with simultaneous display capability.  
Hard Disk Drive  
Video Color and Resolution  
12.1" TFT SVGA  
MICROPROCESSOR  
Latest high-speed Intel Mobile PCI bus architecture and  
CardBus architecture.  
Internal: 800 x 600 pixel resolution, 256K colors (16M  
colors with dithering).  
External: 1280 x 1024 pixel resolution, 256K colors.  
SimultaneousVideo =Yes (800 x 600,16 bit high color  
max) XGA, SVGA and VGA compatible.  
DVD Playback: 800 x 600 pixel resolution,  
MEMORY  
System Memory  
64MB or 128MB SDRAM (one slot).  
256 colors.  
Video RAM  
2.5MB Embedded SDRAM.  
Cache Memory  
On-die L2.  
Video  
Zoomed Video support via PC Card Slot.  
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Application Launcher.  
AUDIO  
SoundBlaster Pro-compatible 32-bit stereo PCM/FM  
sound chip.  
Spatializer 3D-Stereo multiple speaker effect support.  
Stereo headphone jack, 1 Vrms, or less, minimum  
impedance 32 Ohms.  
Theft Prevention Lock  
Lock slot for use with physical restraining security  
systems. The locking system by Kensington is  
recommended.  
Stereo line in jack, 880 mVrms or less, minimum  
impedance 10K Ohms.  
Mono microphone jack, 125 mVp-p or less, minimum  
impedance 10K Ohms.  
Pre-Installed Software  
Microsoft Windows 98  
Microsoft Internet Explorer  
Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98  
Microsoft Works  
LapLink Professional by Traveling Software.  
PC-Doctor by Watergate Software, Inc.  
PMSet 98 by Fujitsu Limited.  
McAfee VirusScan by Network Associates, Inc.  
Two built-in speakers, 28 mm diameter (Stereo).  
One built-in monaural microphone.  
MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS  
Single Flexible Bay devices:  
Floppy Disk Drive  
External 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive, which accommodates  
1.44MB or 720KB floppy disks.  
Adobe Acrobat Reader by Adobe Systems, Inc.  
Netscape Communicator  
LifeBook Application Panel  
Hard Drive  
2.5" fixed hard drive.  
DEVICE PORTS  
On the Notebook:  
PC Card slot for one Type II card: PCMCIA Standard  
CD-ROM Drive  
Modular 24x maximum CD-ROM drive.  
2.1 with CardBus support; Zoomed Video support.  
One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external  
DVD Drive  
Modular 6x maximum DVD drive.  
monitor (see Display specifications).  
One USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector for  
input/output devices.  
One modular modem (RJ-11) connector.  
One LAN (RJ-45) connector.  
One stereo headphone jack. (See Audio specifications)  
One mono microphone jack. (See Audio specifications)  
One stereo line-in jack. (See Audio specifications)  
CD-RW Drive  
Modular 4x maximum CDR.  
Modular 4x maximum CD-RW.  
Modular 20x maximum CD.  
SuperDisk Drive  
Modular SuperDisk 120 Drive for 120MB SuperDisks.  
One Mini-serial port for serial port devices.  
FEATURES  
Integrated Pointing Device  
On the Port Replicator:  
Two 6-pin mini DIN PS/2 compatible connector,  
Touchpad pointing device.  
for external keyboard, external mouse or external  
numeric keypad.  
One 25-pin D-SUB connector for parallel input/  
output devices; Bi-directional, output only or ECP.  
One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external  
Communications  
Modem: Internal V.90 standard 56K fax/modem  
(ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax.)  
monitor (see Display specifications).  
One 9-pin D-SUB connector for RS-232C serial  
and  
LAN: 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet.  
input/output devices.  
One USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector for  
input/output devices.  
One 25-pin special connector for external floppy  
disk drive connection.  
One LAN (RJ-45) connector.  
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AC Adapter  
KEYBOARD  
Autosensing 100-240V AC, 40W, supplying 16V DC to  
the notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC09 which includes  
an AC cable.  
Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2  
compatible keyboards.  
Total number of keys: 87.  
Function keys: 12, F1 through F12.  
Feature extension key: Fn.  
Three Windows keys: two Start keys and one  
Power Management  
Conforms to APM (Advanced Power Management).  
application key  
Key pitch: 18 mm.  
Key stroke: 2.2 mm.  
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)  
9 kV.  
Built-in Touchpad pointing device with  
left and right buttons.  
Built-in Palm Rest.  
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT  
Overall Dimensions  
Approximately 11.3"(w) x 8.9"(d) x 0.93"/1.26"(h).  
External Keyboard Support  
PS/2 compatible.  
Weights  
Approximately 3.75 lbs with battery and weight saver.  
Approximately 4.2 lbs with battery and CD-ROM drive.  
Approximately 4.5 lbs with battery and DVD drive.  
Port Replicator approximately 0.8 lbs.  
External Numeric Keypad Support  
PS/2 compatible.  
External Mouse Support  
PS/2 compatible.  
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS  
Temperature  
Operating: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F).  
Non-operating: –15° to 60° C (5° to 140° F).  
POWER  
Batteries  
One 6-cell Lithium Ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V,  
2600 mAh.  
Humidity  
Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing.  
Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing.  
Bridge Battery  
Your S Series notebook comes equipped with a bridge  
battery. A bridge battery allows a charged Lithium Ion  
battery to be replaced without shutting down the system.  
The bridge battery capacity is not large and can vary  
with the condition or your notebook, so you will have  
3 minutes at the most to make the change.  
Altitude  
Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum.  
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CardBus  
Glossary  
A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface  
which offers performance similar to the 32-bit  
PCI architecture.  
AC Adapter  
A device which converts the AC voltage from a  
wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power  
your notebook.  
CD-ROM  
Compact disc read only memory. This is a form of  
digital data storage which is read optically with a laser  
rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can  
contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to heads  
crashing into the surface and destroying the data when  
there is a failure nor to wear from reading.  
Active-Matrix Display  
A type of technology for making flat-panel displays  
which has a transistor or similar device for every pixel  
on the screen.  
APM  
Advanced Power Management.  
CMOS RAM  
Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random  
access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing  
random access memory which requires very low levels of  
power to operate.  
Auto/Airline Adapter  
A device which converts the DC voltage from an auto-  
mobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to  
the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.  
COMM Port  
Abbreviation for communication port. This is your  
BIOS  
Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of  
default parameters stored in ROM which tests and  
operates your notebook when you turn it on until it  
loads your installed operating system from disk. Infor-  
mation from the BIOS is transferred to the installed  
operating system to provide it with information on  
the configuration and status of the hardware.  
serial interface connection.  
Command  
An instruction which you give your operating  
system. Example: run a particular application or  
format a floppy disk.  
Configuration  
Bit  
The combination of hardware and software that makes  
An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of  
up your system and how it is allocated for use.  
information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).  
CRT  
bps  
Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam  
of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It  
produces a visual image by varying the position and  
intensity of the beam.  
An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe  
data transfer rates.  
Boot  
To start-up a computer and load its operating system  
Data  
from disk, ROM or other storage media into RAM.  
The information a system stores and processes.  
Bus  
DC  
An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU  
Direct current. A voltage or current that does not  
and the sub-assemblies inside your notebook.  
fluctuate periodically with time.  
Byte  
Default Value  
8 bits of parallel binary information.  
A pre programmed value to be used if you fail to  
set your own.  
Cache Memory  
A block of memory built into the micro-processor which  
is much faster to access than your system RAM and used  
in specially structured ways to make your overall data  
handling time faster.  
DIMM  
Dual-in-line memory module.  
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Disk  
FCC  
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the  
platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible  
it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing  
with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.  
Federal Communication Commission.  
Floppy Disk  
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which  
is highly flexible.  
Disk Drive  
GB  
Gigabyte.  
The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads  
and control circuitry for reading and writing the data  
on the disk.  
Hard drive  
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where  
the platter is very stiff.  
Diskette  
A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.  
Hexadecimal  
DMA  
A decimal notation for the value of a 4 bit binary  
number. (0-9, A, B, C, D, E, F) Example: 2F in hexa-  
decimal = 00101111 in binary = 47 in decimal.  
Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory  
to memory transfers of data which do not require  
CPU action.  
I/O  
DMI  
Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook  
in electronic form.  
Desktop Management Interface. A standard that  
provides PC management applications with a common  
method of locally or remotely querying and configuring  
PC computer systems, hardware and software compo-  
nents, and peripherals.  
I/O Port  
The connector and associated control circuits for data  
entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.  
DOS  
IDE  
Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk  
Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface  
Operating System).  
for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit.  
Driver  
Infrared  
A computer program which converts application and  
operating system commands to external devices into the  
exact form required by a specific brand and model of  
device in order to produce the desired results from that  
particular equipment.  
Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light  
spectrum which is invisible to humans.  
IR  
An abbreviation for infrared.  
IrDA  
ECP  
Infrared Data Association. An organization which  
produces standards for communication using infrared  
as the carrier.  
Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high  
speed data communication and interconnection  
between electronic devices.  
IRQ  
ESD  
Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal  
to the CPU that an external event has occurred which  
needs to be processed.  
Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of elec-  
tricity from a static charge which has built-up slowly.  
Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day  
or the sparks you get from brushing hair on a dry day.  
KB  
Kilobyte.  
Extended Memory  
All memory more than the 640KB recognized by  
MS-DOS as system memory.  
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LAN  
NTSC  
Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers  
and peripherals within a single limited geographic  
location which can pass programs and data amongst  
themselves.  
National TV Standards Commission. The standard for  
TV broadcast and reception for the USA.  
Operating System  
A group of control programs that convert application  
commands, including driver programs, into the exact  
form required by a specific brand and model of micro-  
processor in order to produce the desired results from  
that particular equipment.  
LCD  
Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes  
images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a  
crystalline liquid.  
Lithium ion Battery  
Parallel Port  
A type of rechargeable battery which has a high power-  
time life for its size and is not subject to the memory  
effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.  
A connection to another device through which data is  
transferred as a block of bits simultaneously with a wire  
for each bit in the block and with other wires only for  
control of the device not for transfer of data.  
LPT Port  
Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel  
interface ports because historically line printers were  
the first and latter the most common device connected  
to parallel ports.  
Partition  
A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside  
and made to appear to the operating system as if it  
were a separate disk, and addressed by the operating  
system accordingly.  
MB  
Megabyte.  
PCMCIA  
PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer  
Memory Card International Association. The Personal  
Computer Memory Card International Association is an  
organization that sets standards for add-in cards for  
personal computers.  
Megahertz  
1,000,000 cycles per second.  
Memory  
A repository for data and applications which is readily  
accessible to your notebook CPU.  
Peripheral Device  
A piece of equipment which performs a specific  
function associated with but not integral to a computer.  
Examples: a printer, a modem, a CD-ROM.  
MHz  
Megahertz.  
MIDI  
Pitch (keyboard)  
The distance between the centers of the letter keys  
of a keyboard.  
Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard  
communication protocol for exchange of information  
between computers and sound producers such  
as synthesizers.  
Pixel  
The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your  
display screen. The more pixels per area the clearer your  
image will appear.  
Modem  
A contraction for MOdulator-DEModulator. The  
equipment which connects a computer or other data  
terminal to a communication line.  
POST  
Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS  
which checks the configuration and operating condition  
of your hardware whenever power is applied to your  
notebook. Status and error messages may be displayed  
before the operating system is loaded. If the self test  
detects failures that are so serious that operation can not  
continue, the operating system will not be loaded.  
Monaural  
A system using one channel to process sound  
from all sources.  
MPU-401  
A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.  
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Shadow RAM  
An integrated set of coded commands to your  
computers telling your hardware what to do and how  
and when to do it.  
A technique of copying data or applications stored in  
ROM (Read Only Memory) into RAM (Random Access  
Memory) for access during actual operation. RAM is  
much faster to access than ROM, however ROM  
contents are not lost when power is removed.  
Shadowing allows permanently stored information  
to be rapidly accessed.  
PS/2  
An IBM series of personal computers which established  
a number of standards for connecting external devices  
such as keyboards and monitors.  
SMART  
RAM  
Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology  
(SMART) is an emerging technology that provides near-  
term failure predictions for hard drives. When SMART is  
enabled the hard drive monitors pre-determined drive  
attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time.  
If a failure is likely to occur, SMART makes a status  
report available so that the LifeBook can prompt the  
user to back up the data on the drive. Naturally not all  
failures are predictable. SMART predictability is limited  
to those attributes which the drive can self-monitor. In  
those cases where SMART can give advance warning, a  
considerable amount of precious data can be saved.  
Random Access Memory. A hardware component of  
your notebook that holds binary information (both  
program and data) as long as it has the proper power  
applied to it.  
RAM Module  
A printed circuit card with memory and associated  
circuitry which allows the user to add additional  
memory to the computer without special tools.  
Reset  
The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases  
all information stored in RAM.  
SRAM  
Restart  
Static random access memory. A specific technology  
of making RAM which does not require periodic  
data refreshing.  
See Reset.  
Resume  
To proceed after interruption. In your notebook this  
refers to returning to active operation after having been  
in one of the suspension states.  
Status Indicator  
A display which reports the condition of some portion  
of your hardware. On your notebook this is an LCD  
screen just above the keyboard.  
ROM  
Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which infor-  
mation is stored by physically altering the material. Data  
stored in this way can not be changed by your notebook  
and does not require power to maintain it.  
Stereo (audio)  
A system using two channels to process sound from two  
different sources.  
Stroke (keyboard)  
The amount of travel of a key when it is pressed from  
resting to fully depressed.  
SDRAM  
Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.  
Serial Port  
Suspend  
A connection to another device through which data is  
transferred one bit at a time on a single wire with any  
other wires only for control of the device not for transfer  
of data.  
To make inoperative for a period of time. Your notebook  
uses various suspension states to reduce power  
consumption and prolong the charge of your battery.  
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SVGA  
VRAM  
Super VGA.  
Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to  
video display data and control.  
S-Video  
Super Video. A component video system for driving a  
WFM  
TV or computer monitor.  
Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative  
to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business  
computing without sacrificing power and flexibility.  
System Clock  
An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchro-  
nizes the operation of the system and is counted to  
provide time of day and date.  
Write Protect  
Prevent alteration of the binary state of all bits in a  
storage media. Example: all information on a device  
such as a floppy diskette; a block of space in a storage  
media such as a partition of a hard drive; a file or direc-  
tory of floppy diskette or hard drive.  
TFT  
Thin Film Transistor – A technology for flat display  
panels which uses a thin film matrix of transistors to  
control each pixel of the display screen individually.  
XGA  
Extended VGA.  
UL  
Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organiza-  
tion that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.  
Zip Drive  
A 100MB read/write removable media disk drive.  
VGA  
Video Graphics Array. A video display standard  
originally introduced by IBM with the PS/2 series of  
personal computers.  
Zoomed Video  
A PC Card port which allows notebook PCs to deliver  
full screen broadcast quality video through third party  
PC Cards, including TV tuners, video capture, and  
MPEG full-motion video.  
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AC  
Cache Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97  
adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 97  
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
plug adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
CapsLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
CD-ROM  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87  
drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
emergency tray release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
Anti-theft Lock Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Application  
See Pre-installed Software  
Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
Auto/Airline Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 97  
Automatic Insertion Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 54  
disabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Closed Cover Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Cold-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
COMM Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97  
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Cursor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
charging indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
cold-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
conserving power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
dead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
faulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
increasing life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
level indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
lithium ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 99  
low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73, 74  
recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
shorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
suspend mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
warm-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
D
DC Output Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
DC Power Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 31  
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57  
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 32  
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75, 76  
BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97  
guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
setup utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Drivers and Application CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81  
Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97  
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Built-in Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Built-in Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
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DVD Player Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
F10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
F5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
F6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
F7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
FN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
un-installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
H
DVD/CD-ROM  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
emergency tray release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
player software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
tray release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Hard Disk Drive  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70  
Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 63  
I
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 62  
Internal LAN Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
IrDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
E
Emergency Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80  
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
Extended Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98  
K
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 19  
cursor keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70  
windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
External Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59, 62  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 63  
L
F
LifeBook Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
configuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Flexible Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 24  
devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
release button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
LifeBook Series Notebook  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85  
storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85  
traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85  
Floppy Disk  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
ejecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
initializing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
write protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
LS-120  
See SuperDisk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
M
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57  
capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 57  
Function Key  
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extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
upgrade module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Auto/Airline adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72, 73  
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 63  
Mini-Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 38  
Power On Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 77  
Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
restoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
tutorials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Modem Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
Modular Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25  
PS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100  
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
Mouse  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
See Touchpad  
R
Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34, 35  
Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
RJ-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
RJ-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
N
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
NumLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
P
S
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 99  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20, 36  
ScrLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
SDRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 57  
PC Card  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72  
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62, 100  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71  
Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
Software  
See Pre-installed Software  
Pointing Device  
See Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
Status Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 16  
Stereo Line-in Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 63  
Stereo Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
attaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
detaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
SuperDisk  
POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99  
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
ejecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Power  
AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
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formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
initializing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
software eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
write protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48  
SuperDisk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Suspend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100  
Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 36  
T
Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22  
controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
pointers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
U
Universal Serial Bus Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 71  
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
V
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
W
Warm-swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35  
certificate of authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
end user license agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
product key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Application key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Start keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
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