Fujitsu Lifebook E6150 User Manual

Fujitsu Lifebook E6150 User Manual

Fujitsu lifebook e6150: user guide
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  • Page 1 Copyright Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this document. However, as ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document.
  • Page 2 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s 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. FCC NOTICES...
  • Page 3 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.
  • 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 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu PC Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
  • Page 6 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s Flexible Bay Devices Removing and Installing Modular Devices ..27 LifeBook Security Application Panel Setup Your LifeBook Security Panel ..29 Passwords .
  • Page 7 Auto Insert Function (in models with Windows 98 Second Edition). . . 56 DVD/CD-ROM Drive DVD Player Software ..... 57 Loading a DVD/CD .
  • Page 8 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 9: Section One

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu PC Contact Information ....3...
  • Page 10 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 11: About This Guide

    Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows Start menu. 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.
  • Page 12 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n O n e...
  • Page 13: Section Two

    Section Two Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview Unpacking ......7 LifeBook Features.
  • Page 14 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Security Application Panel ....30 Precautions .
  • Page 15: Overview

    Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. UNPACKING When you receive your LifeBook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.
  • Page 16: Lifebook Features

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o LIFEBOOK FEATURES The Fujitsu LifeBook is a compact, yet powerful note- book computer available with a variety of features,...
  • Page 17: Popular Accessories

    POPULAR ACCESSORIES For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at www.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-800-733-0884. Memory Upgrades 100MHz Bus speed system: 32MB SDRAM 64MB SDRAM 128MB SDRAM Docking/Expansions Full Dock II LAN Dock II Port Replicator II...
  • Page 18: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Built-in Microphone Status Indicator Panel Closed Cover Switch Pointing Device Stereo Speaker Microphone Jack Stereo Line-in Jack Headphone Jack Lock Indicator...
  • Page 19 Wireless IR Mouse Receiver The Wireless IR Mouse Receiver allows the use of an optional wireless IR Mouse. (Figure 2-3) Power and Suspend/Resume Button The Power and Suspend/Resume button is always used to Power On your LifeBook from its Off state. It is also used as the Suspend/Resume button.
  • Page 20: Left-Side Panel Components

    PC Card Slot Reset Switch PC Card Eject Buttons Figure 2-4 LifeBook left-side panel The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada. Reset Switch The reset switch allows you restart your LifeBook.
  • Page 21: Right-Side Panel Components

    Lithium Battery Bay RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s right-side components. Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
  • Page 22: Rear Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o PS/2 Port Serial Port REAR PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s rear panel components.
  • Page 23: Bottom Components

    Main Unit and Configuration Label Lithium ion Battery Bay BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s bottom panel components. Main Unit and Configuration Label The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number, Microsoft Windows Certificate of Authenticity, and manufacturer information that you will need to give...
  • Page 24: Status Indicator Panel

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Power Battery Identifier Battery AC Adapter Level Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located in the recess just above your keyboard.
  • Page 25: Battery Charging Indicators

    76%–100% Charging 76%–100% 51%–75% 26%–50% 11%–25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery Figure 2-9 Battery Level Indicator C A U T I O N A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. (Figure 2-9) 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.
  • Page 26: Floppy Disk Drive Access Indicator

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o FLOPPY DISK DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Floppy Disk 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.
  • Page 27: Keyboard

    Fn Key Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook 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.
  • Page 28: Cursor Keys

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional infor- mation regarding the Windows keys.) CURSOR KEYS The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard...
  • Page 29: Ergotrac Pointing Device

    Cursor ErgoTrac Pointing Device The ErgoTrac pointing device is built into your Fujitsu Lifebook. It is used to control the movement of the cursor to select items on your display panel. The ErgoTrac is composed of a cursor control and a left and right button.
  • Page 30: Dragging

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Figure 2-13 Double-clicking P O I N T If the interval between clicks is too long, double-clicking will not be executed.
  • Page 31: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device may come built into your Fujitsu LifeBook. 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.
  • Page 32: Dragging

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Figure 2-17 Double-clicking P O I N T If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed.
  • Page 33: Volume Control

    Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. C A U T I O N Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own. Both the main LifeBook...
  • Page 34: Flexible Bay Devices

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Flexible Bay Devices Your Lifebook 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, weight saver or additional hard drive.
  • Page 35: Removing And Installing Modular Devices

    REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES There are three ways to remove and install modular devices in the Flexible Bay: Cold-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook is powered off. Warm-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook is in suspend mode. Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your system is active using BayManager W A R N I N G You should never leave your Flexible Bay empty when...
  • Page 36 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o ™ Hot-swapping with BaySwap Second Edition ™ ® BaySwap is a unique Phoenix application that provides a simple and powerful method of switching modular devices on your LifeBook without having to reboot.
  • Page 37: Lifebook Security Application Panel

    Lock Indicator LED Numbered Buttons for entering password and launching applications LifeBook Security Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook is the Security Appli- cation Panel that allows you to secure your LifeBook from unauthorized use. The Security Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with a touch of a button when your system is on.
  • Page 38: Operating Your Lifebook Security Application Panel

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Setting Passwords When shipped from the factory, no passwords are set. You have a choice of having no password or setting a supervisor and user password.
  • Page 39: Precautions

    Ring Wake-up, Wake-on-LAN, and Timer Resume Your LifeBook may be set to wake-up when receiving a telephone call (if attached to a modem and telephone line), signal from a LAN, or at a designated time. To enable these functions refer to your User’s Guide. This security function can work only after pushing suspend/resume button.
  • Page 40: Launching Applications With The Security Application Panel

    First you need to run FJSECS.EXE to set supervisor password before setting user password. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords. If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu PC Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu PC Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook.
  • Page 41 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. When you have finished with Application Panel Setup click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as you like.
  • Page 42: Pre-Installed Software

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o Pre-Installed Software Your Fujitsu LifeBook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. The software configuration installed is dependent upon the operating system that is pre-installed on your system.
  • Page 43: Lifebook Security Application Panel Software

    LIFEBOOK SECURITY APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE LifeBook Security Panel allows you to secure your LifeBook from unauthorized use. If the security system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the 5-button Security Panel.
  • Page 44 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T w o...
  • Page 45: Section Three

    Section Three Getting Started Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters... . . 39 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel ....40 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness .
  • Page 46 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e...
  • Page 47: Power Sources

    DC Output Cable AC Adapter Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your LifeBook and charging the batteries.
  • Page 48: Display Panel

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active- matrix technology.
  • Page 49: Starting Your Lifebook

    BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your LifeBook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your LifeBook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).
  • Page 50: Booting The System With Windows 98 Second Edition

    When you turn on your LifeBook 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 LifeBook configura- tion information on the screen, and then the Windows 98 Second Edition Welcome will begin.
  • Page 51: Booting The System With

    LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and following the instructions. 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.
  • Page 52: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e Power Management Your LifeBook 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.
  • Page 53 Default Methods for Using Save-to-Disk Mode: Press the [FN] button together with the Power and Suspend/Resume button. This will open a Save-to-Disk dialog box and begin the process. Customer Configured BIOS Methods for Using Save-to-Disk Mode: 1. Click on the Start button, click Shut Down and then Standby.
  • Page 54: Idle Mode

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e 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.
  • Page 55: Restarting The System

    RESTARTING THE SYSTEM If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure. 1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. 2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box.
  • Page 56 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n T h r e e...
  • Page 57: Section Four

    Section Four User Installable Features Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries....51 Replacing the Battery ..... 52 SuperDisk™...
  • Page 58 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r...
  • Page 59: Lithium Ion Battery

    Lithium ion Battery Your Fujitsu LifeBook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your LifeBook 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.
  • Page 60: Replacing The Battery

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r Low Battery State When the battery is running low, your LifeBook will beep every 15 seconds and the Battery Level indicator will flash.
  • Page 61: Superdisk™ 120 Or Floppy Disk Drive

    SuperDisk 120 or Floppy Disk Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook has either a SuperDisk drive, which can use either standard floppy disks or Super floppy disks (with a capacity of 120MB), or a 3.5" floppy disk drive with the ability to read and write information on remov- able 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.
  • Page 62: Auto Insert Notification Function (In Models With Windows 98 Second Edition)

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r 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.
  • Page 63: Cd-Rom Drive

    CD-ROM Drive Your LifeBook contains a 24x max CD-ROM player. This gives you access to both software and audio CDs. (Figure 4-4) C A U T I O N Do not operate your CD-ROM drive unless your LifeBook is sitting on a flat surface. Using a CD when the drive is not level may damage the drive or prevent proper operation.
  • Page 64: Removing A Cd

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r REMOVING A CD 1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 65: Dvd/Cd-Rom Drive

    CD. P O I N T You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at www.fujitsu-pc.com for current updated drivers. U s e r I n s t a l l a b l e F e a t u r e s...
  • Page 66: Loading A Dvd/Cd

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r Uninstalling 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: 1.
  • Page 67: Using The Dvd Player Software

    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). To Watch a Movie on Battery Power: 1. Have an additional full-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use.
  • Page 68: Auto Insert Function

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r C A U T I O N If you do not stop the DVD player quickly and the LifeBook attempts to auto-suspend (critical battery low state) the LifeBook will shutdown improperly.
  • Page 69: Hard Disk Drive

    U s e r I n s t a l l a b l e F e a t u r e s Formatting the Modular Hard Disk Drive 1. Boot the system. When the Fujitsu logo appears press the [F8] key to bring up the Microsoft Windows Startup Menu.
  • Page 70 Primary DOS Partition created 14. Press [Esc] three times to exit the Create Primary DOS Partition screen and FDISK Options menu. 15. Restart your notebook. when the Fujitsu logo appears, press the [F8] key to bring up the Microsoft Startup Menu.
  • Page 71: Pc Cards

    PC Card PC Cards Your LifeBook supports two Type II and one Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install. (Figure 4-9) Some available PC Cards: Zoomed Video Fax/data modem Local area network (LAN) IDE solid-state disk...
  • Page 72: Removing Pc Cards

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r 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 LifeBook.
  • Page 73: Memory Upgrade Module

    Memory Upgrade Module Your LifeBook comes with 64MB or 128MB high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. You can also replace the original memory module with a higher capacity module.
  • Page 74: Removing A Memory Upgrade Module

    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 75: Device Ports

    The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload. C A U T I O N The internal modem on all Fujitsu LifeBooks is not qual- ified for use with telephone systems outside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other coun- tries.
  • Page 76: Universal Serial Bus Port

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r P O I N T A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and automatically recognized by your LifeBook without restarting or changing setups.
  • Page 77: Stereo Line-In Jack

    STEREO LINE-IN JACK The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source to your LifeBook, 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 LifeBook.
  • Page 78 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F o u r...
  • Page 79: Section Five

    T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Section Five Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Identifying the Problem ....71 Specific Problems .
  • Page 80 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e...
  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    Fujitsu support representative better serve you. When you call for help, your support representative may ask you to setup your LifeBook for modem operation. You will be...
  • Page 82: Troubleshooting Table

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your LifeBook. TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Audio Problems .
  • Page 83 Problem Windows DVD/CD Auto Insert function is disabled. LifeBook fails to recognize DVD/CD is dirty or defective. DVD/CDs. (continued) LifeBook fails to auto-play DVD Player Software is not DVD movie. installed. The DVD/CD-ROM Access The Windows DVD/CD Auto indicator on the Status Insert function is active and is Indicator Panel blinks at checking to see if a DVD/CD is...
  • Page 84 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e Problem Hard Drive Problems You cannot access your The setup utility is incorrectly hard drive.
  • Page 85 Problem Memory Problems Your Power On screen, Your memory upgrade module or Main menu of the is not properly installed. BIOS setup utility infor- mation, does not show You have a memory failure. the correct amount of installed memory. Modem Problems Messages about modem Messages about modem operation.
  • Page 86 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e Problem PC Card Problems A card inserted in the PC The card is not Card slot does not work or properly installed.
  • Page 87 Problem You turn on your LifeBook The Power adapter (AC and nothing seems to or auto/airline) has no happen. (continued) power from the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or the car’s cigarette lighter. The Power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is faulty. Your LifeBook turns off The power management all by itself.
  • Page 88 Close all applications and try the button again. Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 41 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 89: Power On Self Test Messages

    Problem The system powers up, and Internal hard drive was displays power on informa- not detected. tion, but fails to load the operating system. (continued) An error message is Power On Self Test (POST) has displayed on the screen detected a problem. during the LifeBook (boot) sequence.
  • Page 90 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e Problem The display goes blank by The LifeBook has gone into itself after you have been Video timeout, Standby mode, using it.
  • Page 91 Problem You have connected an Your BIOS setup is not set to external monitor and enable your external monitor. it does not display any information. Your external monitor is not properly installed. Your operating system soft- ware is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.
  • Page 92 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e *Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller Failure (where x = 1-4) The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly.
  • Page 93: Emergency Dvd/Cd-Rom Tray Release

    *Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected. You are risking data 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.
  • Page 94: Recovery Cd-Rom

    Read-me files that provide information and installa- tion instructions. 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, drives and hints on how to perform recovery and system updates.
  • Page 95 Recovery CD for the model of LifeBook. Contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support to obtain the correct 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.
  • Page 96 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n F i v e...
  • Page 97: Section Six

    C a r e a n d M a i n t e n a n c e Section Six Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance LifeBook....... 89 Batteries .
  • Page 98 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S i x...
  • Page 99 Care and Maintenance If you use your LifeBook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the LifeBook and its devices. C A U T I O N Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Oper- ations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult.
  • Page 100: Batteries

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S i x Never put you LifeBook through a metal detector. Have your LifeBook hand-inspected by security per- sonnel.
  • Page 101: Dvds And Cds

    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). Do not touch the exposed part of the disk behind the metal shutter. 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...
  • Page 102 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S i x...
  • Page 103: Section Seven

    S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Section Seven Specifications Specifications Configuration Label ..... . 95 Microprocessor.
  • Page 104 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S e v e n...
  • Page 105 Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your LifeBook’s Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Configuration ID Model Screen Size Processor MDM = Modem ERGO = ErgoTrac Features E6550 Processor 650 MHz Pentium III with SpeedStep Technology Display 14.1"...
  • Page 106: Pmset

    56Kbps due to the current FCC regulations and line conditions. The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation is only qualified for use with telephone systems inside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries.
  • Page 107: Keyboard

    S p e c i f i c a t i o n s AC Adapter Autosensing 100-240V AC, 53W, supplying 16V DC to the LifeBook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC08 which includes an AC cable. Power Management Conforms to APM (Advanced Power Management)
  • Page 108 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n S e v e n...
  • Page 109: Glossary

    G l o s s a r y Section Eight Glossary...
  • Page 110 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n E i g h t...
  • Page 111 Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook. 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 112 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n E i g h t Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.
  • Page 113 Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers and peripherals within a single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves. Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a crystalline liquid.
  • Page 114 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n E i g h t Program An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it.
  • Page 115 SVGA Super VGA. S-Video Super Video. A component video system for driving a TV or computer monitor. System Clock An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchro- nizes the operation of the system and is counted to provide time of day and date. Thin Film Transistor –...
  • Page 116 L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n E i g h t...
  • Page 117: Index

    Index adapter ......39, 97, 101 indicator ........16 plug adapters .
  • Page 118: Function Key

    L i f e B o o k C S e r i e s Display Panel ......10, 40 adjusting .
  • Page 119 LifeBook care ........89 storing .
  • Page 120 L i f e B o o k C S e r i e s Reset Switch ....... . . 12 Resolution .

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