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according to FCC Part 15
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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  • Page 1 © Copyright 2002 Fujitsu Limited. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without the prior written consent of Fujitsu Limited. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu Limited.
  • Page 2 CAUTION Changes or modification not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 3 Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 4 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, ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
  • Page 5 AVERTISSEMENT Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d’é lectricité, les lignes télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs ne doivent pas tenter d’é tablir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use this product near water.
  • Page 7 High Safety Required Use This Product is designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated for general use, including without limitation, general office use, personal use, household use and ordinary industrial use, but is not designed,developed and manufactured as contemplated for use accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless extremely high safety is secured, could lead directly to death, personal injury,severe physical damage or other loss (hereinafter ‘High Safety Required Use’), including without limitation, nuclear power reactioncore control in nuclear atomic facility, airplane automatic aircraft...
  • Page 8 AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS WARNING FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT EQUIPMENT WITH A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT PREVIOUSLY LABELLED PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED. Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating outside the Australian EMI Standards. Modems connected to the Australian telecommunications network must be operated in accordance with the Labelling Notice.
  • Page 9 NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.
  • Page 10 Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me The default modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me operating system is United States of America. If you are residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located.
  • Page 11 Note: Modem setting in Windows XP A. If you are located in Australia 1. Click Start select Control panel select "Phone and Modem Options". 2. Double click New Location. 3. Choose "Australia" in Country/region pull down menu bar. 4. Select Phone system as “Tone Dialing”. 5.
  • Page 12 NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT Warnings This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others. These icons and their meanings are as follows.
  • Page 13 ® Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”. “Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT. “Fujitsu LifeBook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”. xiii...
  • Page 14 Configuration of this Manual SECTION 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation. SECTION 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer. SECTION 3 This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed.

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions ......2 Exterior Features: Front/top View of the Computer ......2 Exterior Features: Side Views .............. 4 Exterior Features: Rear/Top View of the Computer ......7 External Features: Bottom View of the Computer ....... 8 Exterior Features: Operating Status Indicator LCD ......
  • Page 16 9. About the Integrated Wireless Lan (For selected model) ............51 Before Using This Device ..............51 Wireless Lan Modes ................51 Connecting Windows 2000 Systems ......... 52 Workflow .................... 52 Setting Parameters ................52 Network Connection ................54 Sharing ....................56 Checking the Connection ..............
  • Page 17 4. Connecting a USB Device ..........87 Preparing Necessary Items ............... 87 Connecting a USB Device ..............88 Connecting a USB Mouse ..............88 Disabling Flat Point ................89 5. Connecting an External Monitor ........90 Preparing Necessary Items ............... 90 Connecting an External Monitor ............
  • Page 18 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation.

  • Page 19: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions

    SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions Exterior Features: Front/top View of the Computer (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 1. Latch Used to lock the LCD panel to prevent it from opening accidentally. To unlock the LCD panel, slide the knob to the right.
  • Page 20 3. Power or Sus/Resume button Used to turn on and off the computer, place it in standby mode and make it resume operation. 4. Keyboard Used to type characters and enter commands in your computer. 5. Flat Point Used to control the mouse pointer. 6.

  • Page 21: Exterior Features: Side Views

    Exterior Features: Side Views Left View of the Computer 1 2 3 1. Modem port Used to connect the computer to a phone line via the supplied modular cable when using a BBS (online service) or navigating the Internet. 2. Video output terminal (S-terminal) Used to send S-video signals to the TV connected.
  • Page 22 6. DC-IN jack Used to connect the AC adapter included with your computer. 7. PC card slots Used to insert optional PC cards. The upper and lower slots are referred to as Slot 2 and Slot 1, respectively. 8. PC card eject button Press this button to eject the PC card.
  • Page 23 CAUTION HEARING LOSS When you are listening to music with headphones, do not to turn up the volume excessively. Listening to very loud sounds for a long time can adversely affect your hearing. HEARING LOSS When you are wearing headphones plugged into the computer, do not turn or off the computer, or very loud sounds may adversely affect your hearing.

  • Page 24: Exterior Features: Rear/Top View Of The Computer

    Exterior Features: Rear/Top View of the Computer Port 3 Port 4 Port 2 (The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.) 1. USB ports Used to connect USB-compliant devices. 2. LAN port Used to connect the computer to a LAN (local area network) via an optional LAN cable for using online service or navigating the Internet.

  • Page 25: External Features: Bottom View Of The Computer

    External Features: Bottom View of the Computer (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 1. Battery Bay An internal battery pack is installed here. 2. Built-in 1.44MB floppy drive An internal floppy drive is installed here. 3.

  • Page 26: Exterior Features: Operating Status Indicator Lcd

    Exterior Features: Operating Status Indicator LCD 8 9 10 (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 1. SUS/RES indicator ( Lights when the computer is in operation and blinks when it is on standby. 2. AC adapter indicator ( Lights when the computer is powered from the AC adapter.
  • Page 27 Critical Point To prevent the corruption of data recorded on the floppy disk, do not press the power button when the floppy disk access indicator is lit. 7. PC card access indicators ( Light when a PC card is being accessed. Critical Point lights when the PC card in the lower slot is being accessed, while lights when the...

  • Page 28: Keyboard

    SECTION 1 2. Keyboard Keyboard Names and functions of the principal keys Keys that can be used as ten-keys % ^ & Esc (Escape) key Used to cancel the current task and return to the previous task. Function keys Functions assigned to these keys vary from application to application. Num Lk (Numerical Lock) key Pressing the [ ] key activates the ten-key mode.
  • Page 29 Delete key Used to delete the character on the right of the cursor. With this key, you can also delete the file or icon you selected. By pressing the [ ] key while holding the [ ] and [ ] keys down, you can forcibly terminate the out-of-control application or computer.
  • Page 30 FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. The [FN] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key. •...

  • Page 31: Using The One-Touch Buttons

    SECTION 1 3. Using the One-touch Buttons About the One-touch Buttons The one-touch buttons enable you to easily invoke various features of your computer. Simply by pressing a one-touch button, you can start an application, check for incoming messages, play back an audio CD, and so on. Mode selector (1) A (2) B...

  • Page 32: Starting An Application

    Starting an Application When the mode selector is in the Application position (Up), you can start one of the applications below, simply by pressing the one-touch button assigned to it. Buttons Application Started (Factory default setting) (1) A-button Notepad (2) B-button Calculator (3) Internet button *1 Internet Explorer...

  • Page 33: Lifebook Application Panel

    SECTION 1 4. LifeBook Application Panel One of the unique features of your LifeBook notebook is the LifeBook Application Panel. This panel allows you to operate the Disc Player (applies only to certain models) or launch applications with the touch of a button. (Pseudo-off mode applies only to certain models of LifeBook notebook. Pseudo-off is the mode when Microsoft ®...

  • Page 34: E-Mail Notification Led

    E-Mail Notification LED By setting up the E-mail LED notification in conjunction with your E-mail button setup, you can connect to your ISP, check for and retrieve new mail, terminate connection and activate the E-mail LED to notify that new mail has arrived. To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password Authentication.
  • Page 35 The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre- configured to launch specific applications. For a list of the default applications associated with each button, refer table below.
  • Page 36 The Internet tab is different. It comes to launch your default Windows Internet browser, (Internet Explorer, unless changed.) In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps: 1. Select Internet and click on Specify a program to start. 2.
  • Page 37 The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you click on start the default browser from the Internet browser box. If you wish to go back to launching the “other application” from this button, you will need to reconfigure it as described above.

  • Page 38: Configure Your E-Mail Account Settings

    Configure your E-mail Account Settings Critical Point The E-mail Notification LED is available on selected LifeBook notebook models only. To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password Authentication. Contact your service provider to determine if they support POP3 without Security Password Authentication.
  • Page 39 The Mail check setting have 3 options for you to configure. – Checking time Interval check for new mail You can specific an interval to check for new mail. Schedule check for new mail...
  • Page 40 You can specify the day of week and time to schedule check of new mail. It is no effect on Interval check. – After receiving mail. Default setting You can specify the type of new mail notification by changing the color of the control panel and the Ring when mail-incoming notice.
  • Page 41 Special recipient You can specify the mail from Special recipient from this menu. The special recipient can be added from the menu below ,it also allow you to change the color of the Notification area and the ring pattern of the special recipient you have aded. Important mail You can specify the important mail with the different color display on the Notification area.

  • Page 42: To Configure Email Button Setting

    – After checking mail Power state You can specify the setting of the power state after mail checking from pressing Application Panel on Standby or Power off. To configure Email button setting 1. Click on All Programs. 2. Click LifeBook Application Panel. 3.
  • Page 43 6. Select Checking for a new mail. 7. Click Next and select Specify a program directly. You can specify other Email program to launch on this button.
  • Page 44 10. If Dial Up: Click on Dial Up. Choose the Dial up configuration (as previously set in Dial Up Networking) you wish to retrieve mail from. Enter the POP3 Server name, your account name and password for that account. The account name and password should be the same information you entered in the Dial Up configuration.

  • Page 45: Using The Disc Player

    Using the Disc Player The Disc Player enables you to use your notebook’s disc drive as an audio Disc Player. Critical Point If you shut down from Windows while the Disc Player is playing an audio CD, it will stop. To continue to use the Disc Player, restart the OS.

  • Page 46: Desktop Control Panel

    Desktop Control Panel Your LifeBook notebook includes a desktop control panel. You may use this panel to operate the Disc Player when you have the Selector switch to Disc mode. To use the desktop control panel: 1. Click on Start. 2.
  • Page 47 You can change the CD Player design by selecting the setting from the pull down menu from the CD Player options by double click on the track display. Grey (High Color) Circle (High Color) Basic (16 colors) Stick (High Color) You can move the CD Player to anywhere on your desktop.

  • Page 48: Running The Computer On Its Battery

    SECTION 1 5. Running the Computer on its Battery Recharging the Battery 1. Connect the AC adapter to your computer. When you connect the AC adapter to your computer, the AC adapter automatically starts to charge the internal battery pack, and the charging status indicator ( ) and the battery life remaining at that time are displayed on the operating status indicator LCD.

  • Page 49: Checking The Remaining Battery Life

    Critical Point The battery runs down in a relatively short time when it is used in a cold place. The chargeability of the battery degrades over time and its life shortens accordingly after it has been used over an extended period of time. If the battery goes dead soon, replace it with a new battery.

  • Page 50: Cautions In Using The Battery Pack

    Indication of a battery problem Indicates that the battery cannot be charged for some reason or other. Critical Point is displayed, turn off your computer, remove and install the battery all over again. If this persists, your might have to replace the battery pack with a new one because it is most likely defective.
  • Page 51 Do not take the battery apart. Taking the battery apart or touching its internal components could result in an electric shock or fire. Electrical discharge • It is good practice to always recharge the battery before use since it is discharged spontaneously. •...

  • Page 52: Changing The Internal Battery Pack

    Changing the Internal Battery Pack WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Be sure to turn off your computer before changing the internal battery pack. To avoid shock hazards and damage to your computer, be careful not to touch internal components of the computer, including the battery connector. 1.
  • Page 53 4. Install a new battery pack. With the slits in the battery pack aligned with the projections on the computer, place the battery pack in the battery bay and push it down until it clicks into place. Internal battery pack Critical Point After removing the internal battery pack, take measures to prevent it from shorting, for example, sealing its connector with an insulating tape.

  • Page 54: Using The Optical Disk Drive

    SECTION 1 6. Using the Optical Disk Drive In this manual, CD-ROMs, audio CDs and CD-R/RW discs are collectively referred to as CDs, and DVD-ROMs and DVD-Videos as DVDs. Also, CDs and DVDs are sometimes referred to simply as discs. CAUTION INJURY When inserting or removing a CD or DVD, be careful not to catch your finger in the tray...
  • Page 55 Supported discs CD-ROM, Audio CD, DVD-ROM Video CD, Photo CD DVD-VIDEO CD-R CD-RW Reading (playback) Writing Rewriting *1 : Some discs may be incompatible with your drive or may require a playback program. *2 : DVD-ROMs refer to DVDs containing information intended for use with a computer, such as programs. DVD-Videos refer to DVDs containing audio and video files.
  • Page 56 Click the Start button and select Control Panel. Click Performance and Maintenance, and then System. Click the Hardware tab and select Device manager. Click the plus sign beside DVD/CD-ROM drive, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive that is displayed under it. On the Properties page, click “Enable this CD-ROM device to play digital audio CDs“...

  • Page 57: Inserting A Disc

    Inserting a Disc IMPORTANT • When accessing the CD/DVD drive frequently or playing a DVD-Video, you should power your computer from the AC adapter. • When inserting a disc, fit the hole in the disk on the stopper at the center of the tray, and push it down until it clicks into place.
  • Page 58 Critical Point If the tray will not comes out If the computer is turned off, turn it on, and then press the CD eject button. You can press the eject button at any time, even when the on the operating status indi- cator LED blinks.

  • Page 59: Removing A Disc

    Critical Point Multi-session discs may take a little longer to start than other types of discs. When you insert an audio CD while Windows is running, Windows Media Player may auto- matically start and play the CD. You can use either Media Player or the one-touch buttons to control the playback of the CD.
  • Page 60 3. Pull out the tray gently. Tray Critical Point If the tray will not comes out If the computer is turned off, turn it on, and then press the CD eject button. You can press the eject button at any time, even when on the operating status indicator LED blinks.
  • Page 61 Critical Point If the disc cannot be ejected 1. Click the Start button and select My Computer. 2. In the My Computer window, right-click CD/DVD drive in the Drives with Removable Stor age area. 3. Click Eject. The tray springs out a little. 4.

  • Page 62: Internal Modem

    SECTION 1 7. Internal Modem About the Built-in Modem Your computer came with a V.90-compliant built-in fax modem. CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK To avoid shock hazards, do not put your finger into a phone jack (for modular cables) on the wall. BREAKAGE To avoid damage to your computer, do not plug a modular cable in any port other than the modem port.
  • Page 63 2. Unplug the telephone’s modular cable from the phone jack on the wall. Pull out the cable while holding down the stopper. IMPORTANT • If a rosette type phone jack is used, it needs be changed to a modular type. Changing a phone jack from rosette type to modular type must be done by an authorized technician or under his or her supervision.
  • Page 64 Critical Point Your telephone cannot be used when its modular cable is disconnected. So, do not forget to plug it again after using the built-in modem. If you run the modular cable close to a household electrical appliance or tie it in a bundle, a communications error could occur.

  • Page 65: Using A Lan

    SECTION 1 8. Using a LAN Using a LAN Preparing necessary items LAN cable There are two types of LAN cables: straight type and cross type. Select a cable appropriate to the data transfer rate of the network you want to use. Network connection Prepare a device that serves your purpose of connecting to a LAN.
  • Page 66 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Plug a LAN cable in the LAN port on the back of the computer. Lan connector (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 3.
  • Page 67 IMPORTANT • When you are connected to a network (such as the Internet), do not place your computer into standby or hibernation mode, otherwise your computer may not maintain connection with the network. Whenever your computer is not in use, it should be turned off. •...

  • Page 68: About The Integrated Wireless Lan (For Selected Model)

    (For selected model) Before Using This Device Thank you for purchasing a Fujitsu LifeBook with an Integrated Wireless LAN. This manual describes the basic operating procedures for the Wireless LAN (referred to as the “device” in this manual) and how to set up a wireless LAN network. Before using this device, read this manual carefully to ensure correct operation of the device.

  • Page 69: Connecting Windows 2000 Systems

    SECTION 2 Connecting Windows 2000 Systems This chapter describes how to set the wireless LAN connection for computers running Windows 2000. Critical Point When you receive your LifeBook, the integrated wireless LAN device and drivers have already been installed. This procedure outlines the steps for setting the device parameters. Workflow The proper setup of the wireless LAN requires several steps which must be performed in the proper order.
  • Page 70 Set the encryption items in accordance with Table 2. • AdHoc Network: Specify the same value for all the computers for which the encryption key is used for connection. • Infrastructure Network: Specify the identical encryption keys to the encryption keys set for the access point.

  • Page 71: Network Connection

    When you finish your entry, click [Apply]. Click [OK]. [PRISM Wireless Settings] closes. You have completed the parameter settings. Critical Point When you are using ADSL (PPPoE) with the infrastructure network to connect to the Internet, you need to change the MTU size set for the computer. To change the MTU size, refer to the manual that comes with the access point.
  • Page 72 Set an IP address as indicated in Table 7. Ask your network administrator to check the setting. Item Description For AdHoc Set the IP address and subnet mask: Network Click [Use the following IP address], and enter a value for [IP address] and [Subnet mask].

  • Page 73: Sharing

    Sharing In this section, you set sharing of the drive, folder, and printer. You only need to set this when you are sharing files or a printer with other computers on the network. When you share a drive, folder, or printer, you can use them from any computer on the network. Setting [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] Click [Start] →...
  • Page 74 Sharing Files The following example shows how to set sharing the “ Work” folder on the c: drive. On the desktop, double-click [My Computer] → C: drive. Right-click the “ Work” folder, then click [Sharing] from the menu. The [Work Properties] window appears.

  • Page 75: Checking The Connection

    Checking the Connection After the network setting is completed, access the shared drive on another computer to check the connectivity of the wireless LAN network. Accessing Another Computer Double-click the [My Network Places] icon on the desktop. [My Network Places] appears. Double-click [Computers near me].

  • Page 76: Connecting Windows Xp Systems

    SECTION 1 Connecting Windows XP Systems This chapter describes how to set up the wireless LAN connection for computers that are running Windows XP. Critical Point When you receive your LifeBook, the integrated wireless LAN device and drivers have already been installed.

  • Page 77: Network Connection

    Critical Point Be sure to specify the encryption keys. If you do not specify the keys, any computer with a wireless LAN card can be connected. This presents a risk that other users may steal or destroy your data. Description Item Enter the network name to which you want to connect.
  • Page 78 Critical Point If [Wireless Network Connection 2 Properties] is not displayed, click [Start] → [Settings] → [Control Panel], and double-click the [Network Connection] icon. Right click the [Wireless Network Connection], and then click [Properties] from the menu that appears. Perform the following steps. •...

  • Page 79: Sharing

    Item Description Computer A name to identify the computer on the network. You can specify any name to Name each computer. Use up to 15 single-byte characters. For easier identification, use the model name or user name. Workgroup A name of the network group. Use up to 15 single-byte characters. AdHoc Network : Specify the same name to all computers within the same network.
  • Page 80 Sharing Files The following example shows how to set sharing the “ Work” folder on the c: drive. Click [Start] → [My Computer]. Double-click the [Local Disk (c:)] icon. Right click the “ Work” folder, and then click [Sharing and Security] from the menu that appears.

  • Page 81: Checking The Connection

    Checking the Connection After the network setting is completed, access the shared drive on another computer to check the connectivity of the wireless LAN network. Accessing Another Computer Click [Start] → [My Computer]. From the left menu in [Other Places], click [My Network Places]. From the left menu in [Network Tasks], click [View workgroup computers].

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 1 Troubleshooting This chapter contains troubleshooting information, including causes and actions, for problems you may find while using this device. Troubleshooting Table Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution An exclamation mark (!) A failure to recognize the Restart the computer. or cross (x) is attached device.
  • Page 83 Problem Possible Solution Possible Cause Other computers If the TCP/IP protocol is installed, do the The TCP/IP protocol is are not displayed when following to check the IP address: not installed, or, the IP the [Network Computer] address is not set 1.
  • Page 84 Problem Possible Solution Possible Cause IP packet isn’t reaching Perform the following steps to run the PING Run the PING command command to check if the IP packet is correctly its destination to check the connection delivered to the destination. To run the PING command, the TCP/IP protocol must be installed.
  • Page 85 Problem Possible Solution Possible Cause Cannot connect to The following causes are possible. Check There are several each one of them. the network possible causes, • The network name or encryption key is as listed to the right. not right. Refer to the specific •...
  • Page 86 Problem Possible Solution Possible Cause Windows 2000: I want to remove the driver When removing the driver, make sure that (Windows 2000) the device is attached to the computer. If you try to remove the driver while the device is detached from the computer, the driver is not removed.
  • Page 87 Problem Possible Solution Possible Cause I want to remove the Windows XP: driver When removing the driver, make sure that (Windows XP) the device is attached to the computer. If you try to remove the driver while the device is detached from the computer, the driver is not removed.

  • Page 88: About Ip Addresses

    SECTION 1 About IP Addresses SETTING IP ADDRESSES If you are not sure how to set the IP address, refer to the following procedure. If you have an access point (DHCP server) on the network, set the IP address as follows: Windows 2000: [Obtain an IP address automatically] Windows XP: [Obtain an IP address automatically] Critical Point...

  • Page 89: Specifications

    SECTION 1 Specifications Technical Specifications for Integrated Wireless Lan Device Item Description Network Type IEEE 802.11b Transfer Rate 11/5.5/2/1Mbps (auto change) Frequency Range 2,400 - 2,483 MHz Channels One of 13 channels is used Card Type Non-intelligent Class B Security Network name, encryption key Supported Operating Systems Windows 2000, Windows XP...
  • Page 90 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.

  • Page 91: Using A Pc Card

    SECTION 2 1. Using a PC Card Cautions in Using a PC Card CAUTION BREAKAGE A PC card is composed of static-sensitive parts, and it is easily broken by static dis- charged from a human body. Before touching a PC card, always touch an appropriate metal object to discharge static from your body.

  • Page 92: Inserting A Pc Card

    Inserting a PC Card CAUTION INJURY When inserting a PC card into a PC card slot, be careful not to put your finger into the slot, otherwise you could injure your finger. Critical Point Before using a PC card, you might need to turn off your computer or to install the device driver, depending on the type of PC card used.

  • Page 93: Removing A Pc Card

    Removing a PC Card Here is the explanation of how to remove a PC card. Critical Point When removing a PC card with a cord, do not pull its cord to avoid damage to it. To remove a PC card when your computer is turned on, always follow the steps below. Failure to do so could damage your computer or PC card.
  • Page 94 3. When the Remove Hardware dialog box appears, press the PC card eject button. The PC card eject button springs out. PC card eject button (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 4. Remove the PC card. Press the PC card eject button again and pull out the PC card that came out a little.

  • Page 95: Adding Memory

    SECTION 2 2. Adding Memory Critical Point Here are the size of the memory that came standard with your computer, and the maximum size of the memory that can be installed on your computer. Memory installed Max.Memory expandable to 256MB 768MB Preparing Necessary Items Memory (Expanded...
  • Page 96 CAUTION Some components around the memory slot are very hot immediately after use. To avoid burns, do not install or remove memory immediately after turning off the computer but wait for a while until its internal components cool down. BREAKAGE When installing or removing memory, hold its edge so as not to touch any terminal or IC.
  • Page 97 3. Lift the lugs on the keyboard in the direction of the arrow, and pull it gently toward the LCD panel. 4. Lift the keyboard gently to open it. Keyboard Expansion RAM module slot 5. Install memory. Remove the memory slot cover, insert the memory diagonally into the slot with the notch in the memory aligned with the projection on the connector, and then turn the memory down until it clicks into place.
  • Page 98 7. Attach the cover removed in step 2. Remove the memory Cover Checking the memory capacity IMPORTANT • In case memory is not installed properly, the error message “Expansion memory error” or another message will be displayed in English when you first turn on the computer after installing the memory.

  • Page 99: Changing Memory

    Changing Memory 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Slide the cover to the left to remove it. Cover (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 3. Lift the lugs on the keyboard in the direction of the arrow, then pull it gently toward the LCD panel.
  • Page 100 5. Remove the memory. Remove the cover of the memory slot and remove the hook on each side from the memory module. The memory comes up slightly. Then, pull the memory diagonally up to remove it from the slot. Hook 6.
  • Page 101 8. Attach the cover removed in step 2. Cover Critical Point After you have changed memory, check the memory capacity of you computer to be sure that the memory is installed properly.

  • Page 102: Using A Memory Card

    SECTION 2 3. Using a Memory Card Supported Memory Cards The SD card/Memory stick slot directly reads and writes data recorded on memory cards designed for portable digital devices, such as digital cameras. The SD card/Memory stick slot of your computer supports two types of memory cards (only one card can be used at a time), so that you do not need to purchase an adapter for each type of memory card.

  • Page 103: Removing A Memory Card

    1. Inset a memory card into the SD card/Memory stick slot. Push it in until it clicks into place. Memory stick If a message appears, asking "What do you want Windows to do?" each time you insert the SD card/Memory stick into the slot, there is a few options for you to select: Play using Media Player, Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer or Take no action.

  • Page 104: Connecting A Usb Device

    SECTION 2 4. Connecting a USB Device Preparing Necessary Items USB device Devices that can be plugged in USB ports on your computer. Prepare USB devices that meet your needs. • Digital camera • Mouse • Printer • Scanner • Keyboard USB cable Used to connect a USB device to your computer.

  • Page 105: Connecting A Usb Device

    Connecting a USB Device 1. Plug a USB cable in the connector of your USB device. 2. Plug the cable from the USB device in a USB port on the computer. Insert the connector with the face marked with facing to the right. USB port (Your computer or situation may not look exactly like this illustration.) 3.

  • Page 106: Disabling Flat Point

    Critical Point A USB mouse can be connected to and disconnected from your computer at any time with- out shutting down the computer. Connecting a USB mouse does not automatically disable Flat Point. If you want to disable Flat Point, see “Disabling Flat Point.” Disabling Flat Point Connecting a USB mouse enables you to use two pointing devices at the same time: USB mouse and Flat Point.

  • Page 107: Connecting An External Monitor

    SECTION 2 5. Connecting an External Monitor Preparing Necessary Items External monitor Your computer supports PC/AT-compatible and DOS/V-compatible monitors. Monitor cable Used to connect an external monitor to your computer. Most external monitors come with this cable, as a separate part for some monitors and already connected for others.
  • Page 108 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Plug the monitor cable in the external monitor port on the back of the computer. The external monitor port has a trapezoidal cross-section. (1) Insert the connector straight into the external monitor port with the right side up, and (2) secure it with the screws on both sides of the connector.
  • Page 109 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.

  • Page 110: When This Happens

    SECTION 3 1. When This Happens When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related items.
  • Page 111 Checkpoint Cause and Solution Have you been pressing any On this computer, if the power management functions are set of the keys? and no key is pressed for a certain period of time, the CPU stops and the LCD panel backlight goes out. (In this state, pressing any key lights up the backlight again.) If the computer stops too frequently, change the BIOS setup settings.
  • Page 112 Floppy disk or LS-120 disk can not be used. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the floppy disk loaded into Insert the floppy disk with its label facing up, into the drive the floppy disk drive correctly? shutter and keep inserting firmly until you hear a clicking sound. Is the floppy disk formatted? New floppy disks can not be used until they are formatted (initialized).
  • Page 113 The power management function is not executed. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is Power Savings set to off in Reset the BIOS setup. the BIOS setup? Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the CD-ROM correctly set? Set the CD-ROM correctly with its label facing upwards.

  • Page 114: Lifebook Notebook

    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.
  • Page 115 • If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid. • Do not drop your LifeBook notebook. • Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects. Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook •...
  • Page 116 Outlet type Location United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan 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 Mexico, United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore, parts of Africa China, Australia, New Zealand...

  • Page 117: Floppy Disks And Drives

    • Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access. • Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function. • Always use fully charged batteries. • Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use. FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES Caring for your Floppy Disks • Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and dusty locations. •...
  • Page 118 • 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. •...

  • Page 119: Glossary

    SECTION 3 3. Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook. 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.
  • Page 120 Cache Memory A block of memory built into the micro-processor which ins much faster to access than your system RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling tine faster. CardBus A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture.
  • Page 121 DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A protocol used to automatically acquire parameters required for the communication, such as IP address. The sender of IP address is called a DHCP server, and the receiver is called a DHCP client. DIMM Dual-in-line memory module. Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media.
  • Page 122 Encryption Key (Network Key) Key information used to encode data for data transfer. This device uses the same encryption key to encode and decode the data, and the identical encryption key is required between the sender and receiver. Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity form a static charge which has built-up slowly.
  • Page 123 Infrared Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light spectrum which is invisible to humans. Infrastructure A name of a wireless LAN configuration. This type of communication uses an access point. Another type of communication is called AdHoc. IP Address An address used for computers to communicate in the TCP/IP environment.
  • Page 124 LPT Port Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel interface ports because historically line printers were the first and latter the most common device connected to parallel ports. MAC Address Media Access Control Address A unique physical address of a network card. For Ethernet, the first three bytes are used as the vendor code, controlled and assigned by IEEE.
  • Page 125 Operating System A group of control programs that convert application commands, including driver programs, into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment. Parallel Port 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.
  • Page 126 Protocol Procedures and rules use to send and receive data between computers. - Method of sending and receiving data - Process used to handle communication errors Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information. PS/2 An IBM series of personal computers which established a number of standards for connecting external devices such as keyboards and monitors.
  • Page 127 SMART 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 predetermined drive attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time. If a failure is likely to occur.
  • Page 128 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. Underwriters Laboratories - An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.

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