Fujitsu Lifebook E7010 User Manual
Fujitsu Lifebook E7010 User Manual

Fujitsu Lifebook E7010 User Manual

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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.
We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future
changes.
Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are registered
trademarks of Fujitsu Limited.
The following are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation: MS, MS-DOS, Windows.
PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association.
Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and
SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its
subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of
Adobe System Inc.
Earthlink is a registered trademark of EarthLink
Network, Inc.
Quicken is a registered trademark of Intuit, Inc.
Sony MiniDisk is a trademark of Sony Electronics, Inc.
Philips is a trademark of Koninklijke Philips
Electronics N.V.
WinDVD is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.
Netscape 6 is a registered trademark of Netscape
Communications Corporation.
PowerQuest and Drive Image are registered trademarks
of PowerQuest Corp.
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.
ATI and Radeon are registered trademarks of ATI
Technologies, Inc.
McAfee is a registered trademark of Network Associates/
McAfee.com, Inc.
BayManager is a registered trademark of Softex, Inc.
The DVD player found in some models of the LifeBook
notebook incorporates copyright protection technology
that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights owned by
Macrovision Corporation and other rights users. Use of
this copyright protection technology must be autho-
rized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for
home and other limited viewing uses only unless autho-
rized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
Dolby Headphone manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished works. Copyrights 1992-1999
Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
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of Fujitsu PC Corporation. No part of this publication
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B5FH-5281-01EN-00
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name:
Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address:
5200 Patrick Henry Drive
Telephone:
Declares that product:
Model Configurations:
C o p y r i g h t
Santa Clara, CA 95054
(408) 982-9500
LifeBook E7010
LifeBook E7110
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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  • Page 1 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 1 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 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 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 2 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
  • Page 4 Troubleshooting Fujitsu Service Assistant ....61 Identifying the Problem ....61 Specific Problems .
  • Page 5 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 7 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance LifeBook Notebook..... . . 77 Batteries .
  • Page 6 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 8 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 7 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 1 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Preface...
  • Page 8 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 2 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 1...
  • Page 9: Preface

    Hardware configuration Type of device connected, if any Fujitsu Online You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows Start menu.
  • Page 10 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 4 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 1...
  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 5 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 12 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 6 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2...
  • Page 13: Overview

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 7 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.
  • Page 14: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 8 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Status Indicator Panel Closed Cover Switch Touchpad Pointing Device Stereo...
  • Page 15 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 9 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Keyboard A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See Using the Keyboard on page 17 for more information) Touchpad Pointing Device The pointing device is a Touchpad that allows you simple cursor control. (See TouchPad Pointing Device on page 21 for more information) LifeBook Security/Application Panel The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides...
  • Page 16: Left-Side Panel Components

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 10 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Wireless LAN with On/Off Switch (Wireless LAN models only) Fan Vents Figure 2-5.
  • Page 17: Right-Side Panel Components

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 11 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s right-side components. Flexible Bay The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 23 for more information) Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive Modular DVD drive...
  • Page 18: Back Panel Components

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 12 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Serial Port Parallel Port External Monitor Port BACK PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s rear panel components.
  • Page 19: Bottom Components

    These labels provide manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative in the event you find it necessary to contact Fujitsu. Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery.
  • Page 20: Status Indicator Panel

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 14 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Battery Battery Power Charging Identifier Battery AC Adapter Level Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located in the recess just...
  • Page 21: Battery Charging Indicators

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 15 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 76%–100% Charging 76%–100% 51%–75% 26%–50% 11%–25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery Figure 2-10 Battery Level Indicator C A U T I O N A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced immediately.
  • Page 22: Capslock Indicator

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 16 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 CAPSLOCK INDICATOR The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.
  • Page 23: Keyboard

    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.
  • Page 24: Function Keys

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 18 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12.
  • Page 25: Wireless Infrared Mouse

    BIOS setting again. To activate the IR Mouse Port in your BIOS 1. Power On or Restart your notebook. 2. Press [F2] as soon as the Fujitsu screen appears. ® 3. When you see the Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility, press the right arrow key once to display the Advanced Menu.
  • Page 26 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 20 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 C A U T I O N Be careful when using any other IR devices—such as TV remote controls—in the vicinity of your LifeBook notebook while using your IR Mouse.
  • Page 27: Touchpad Pointing Device

    TouchPad Pointing Device The TouchPad pointing device may come 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.
  • Page 28: Dragging

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 22 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 P O I N T If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed.
  • Page 29: Flexible Bay Devices

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 23 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Flexible Bay Devices Your LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular CD-ROM drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, Lithium ion battery, or weight saver. (Figure 2-20) You Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed.
  • Page 30 BayManager. To hot-swap modular devices follow these easy steps: 1. Point your mouse on the BayManager icon on the Windows Taskbar (it looks like an open laptop computer). 2. Double-click the left mouse button to display the Softex BayManager Window.
  • Page 31 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 25 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM The information about BayManager will appear as follows: Modular CD-RW/DVD drive: Identified as CD-ROM. Modular floppy disk drive (FDD). FDD connected via specific connector on the connector box, or USB FDD: Identified as Floppy.
  • Page 32: Lifebook Security/Application Panel

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 26 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Figure 2-24 LifeBook Security/Application Panel LifeBook Security/ Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Security/Application Panel that allows you to secure your...
  • Page 33: Operating Your Lifebook Security Application Panel

    1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Run. 3. Type in "C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\ Security Panel Application\ Supervisor\FJSECS.EXE" (be sure to use the quotation marks), then press [Enter] 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Supervisor password.
  • Page 34: Launching Applications With The Security/Application Panel

    Setting Passwords on page 26. If you forget both passwords, contact Fujitsu Service and Support at 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook notebook. When calling please have a valid credit card and provide proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions on where to ship your LifeBook notebook.
  • Page 35 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 29 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer), unless you have changed this in Windows. In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 36 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 30 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2...
  • Page 37: Getting Started

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 31 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Getting Started...
  • Page 38 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 32 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3...
  • Page 39: Power Sources

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 33 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM AC Cable Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has four possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, a secondary Lithium ion battery (for Flexible Bay installation), an AC adapter, or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.
  • Page 40: Display Panel

    This will open the BatteryAid Properties dialog box. 2. Click on the Fujitsu BatteryAid 2/2 tab and adjust your LCD Backlighting to the desired level. 3. Click OK or Apply to permanently change the settings.
  • Page 41: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook 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.
  • Page 42: Booting The System

    When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing, the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
  • Page 43: Registering Your Lifebook Notebook

    E-Registration. You may also complete the pre-printed registration form and either: Fax to 1-800-577-9989 Mail to: Fujitsu PC Corporation 750 139th Ave. San Leandro, CA 94578 You may also register on our Web site: www.fujitsupc.com/support. You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option.
  • Page 44: Power Management

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 38 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3 Power Management Your LifeBook notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power.
  • Page 45: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 39 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 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 LifeBook notebook it will have space allocated for the memory installed.
  • Page 46: Restarting The System

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 40 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3 RESTARTING THE SYSTEM If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure.
  • Page 47: User-Installable Features

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 41 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM User-Installable Features...
  • Page 48 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 42 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4...
  • Page 49: Lithium Ion Battery

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 43 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Lithium ion Battery Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your note- book when no external power source is available. The rechargeable battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
  • Page 50: Replacing The Battery

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 44 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 C A U T I O N When you are in Suspend mode there must always be at least one power source active.
  • Page 51: External Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    Your LifeBook notebook is preconfigured to boot from a USB floppy drive. Reference the BIOS manual for fur- ther information on changing the default boot drive. The BIOS manual can be found on the Fujitsu PC web site: www.FujitsuPC.com, under Support. LOADING A DISK...
  • Page 52: Media Drive

    Media Player software. Refer to the applicable readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM for instructions on installing you Media Player software. You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at www.fujitsupc.com for current updated drivers. C A U T I O N Do not operate your media player drive unless your LifeBook notebook is sitting on a flat surface.
  • Page 53: Removing Media

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 47 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM REMOVING MEDIA 1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the media player drive. This will stop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the notebook a short distance.
  • Page 54: Using Dolby Headphone

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 48 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 Using the Media Player Control Panel The Media Player software allows you to watch the movie much like a VCR player.
  • Page 55: Auto Insert Notification Function

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 49 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 5. Resume your notebook by pressing the Suspend button again. This step is not required if you attached AC power without entering suspend mode. 6. Restart your media player, locate and skip to the chapter of the movie you were last watching.
  • Page 56: Hard Disk Drive

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 Hard Disk Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook hard disk drive capacity is dependent on which model you are using. Some Life- Book notebooks may also contain a removable hard disk drive in addition to the internal hard disk drive.
  • Page 57: Pc Cards

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 51 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM PC Card PC Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports two Type I and II and one Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install.
  • Page 58: Smartcard Reader

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 52 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by first pressing the eject button associated with the slot the card is in.
  • Page 59: Memory Upgrade Module

    DIMM module, but it can be any capacity up to 1024MB (total). To ensure 100% compatibility, we recommend that you only purchase additional memory from the Fujitsu on-line accessory store at: www.fujitsupc.com/accessories. C A U T I O N Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade...
  • Page 60: Checking The Computer Recognition Of New Memory Capacity

    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 61: Device Ports

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 55 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Device Ports Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc. COMMUNICATIONS PORTS Your LifeBook has a Modem jack (RJ-11) and a LAN jack (RJ-45) to accommodate external comunications.
  • Page 62: Infrared Port

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 56 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 INFRARED PORT The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless data transfer between your LifeBook notebook and other IrDA-compatible devices, such as another computer or a printer, without the use of a cable.
  • Page 63: Docking Port

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 57 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 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 port replicator or docking station.
  • Page 64 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 58 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4...
  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 59 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Troubleshooting...
  • Page 66 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 60 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5...
  • Page 67: Fujitsu Service Assistant

    LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See Figure 2-8 on page 13 for location) P O I N T Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook to Fujitsu PC Corporation until you have received a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from a support...
  • Page 68: Specific Problems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 62 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 SPECIFIC PROBLEMS Using the Troubleshooting Table When you have problems with your LifeBook notebook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty.
  • Page 69: Docking Problems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 63 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Problem LifeBook notebook fails to DVD Player Software is not auto-play DVD movie. installed. The DVD/CD-ROM Access The Windows DVD/CD Auto indicator on the Status Insert Notification function is Indicator Panel blinks at active and is checking to see if regular intervals when no a DVD/CD is ready to run.
  • Page 70: Memory Problems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 64 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause You have installed an Your external device is not external keyboard or properly installed.
  • Page 71: Pc Card Problems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 65 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Problem PC Card Problems A card inserted in the PC The card is not Card slot does not work or properly installed. is locking up the system. The card may have been installed while an application was running, so your notebook is not aware of its installation.
  • Page 72 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 66 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Your LifeBook notebook The power management turns off all by itself.
  • Page 73: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    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 35 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 74 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 68 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause The built-in display is The LifeBook notebook is set blank when you turn on for an external monitor only.
  • Page 75: Miscellaneous Problems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 69 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Problem The application display You are running an uses only a portion of your application that does not screen and is surrounded support 800 x 600 pixel by a dark frame. resolution display and display compression is enabled.
  • Page 76: Power On Self Test Messages

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 70 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 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.
  • Page 77: Modem Result Codes

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 71 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM *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.
  • Page 78: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    PowerQuest Drive Image Special Edition® (DISE) provides a way to restore your computer if you experi- ence a hard disk crash or other system failure. Fujitsu has used DISE to create an image of everything installed on the computer at the time you purchased it. The image is saved on a separate partition on the hard disk.
  • Page 79: Installing And Using Dise With Windows 98

    1.8GB of hard disk space in Windows 98 systems. This number reflects the size of the original Fujitsu Factory Image; if additional applications are added by the reseller, the amount of space required will be proportionately greater.
  • Page 80 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 74 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5...
  • Page 81: Care And Maintenance

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 75 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 82 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 76 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6...
  • Page 83: Lifebook Notebook

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 77 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Care and Maintenance If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices. W A R N I N G Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused.
  • Page 84: Batteries

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 78 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6 Outlet Type Location United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan Russia and the Commonwealth...
  • Page 85: Pc Cards

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 79 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Do not put a label on DVD/CDs. Do not get dust on DVD/CDs. Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen. If a DVD/CD is subjected to a sudden change in tem- perature, cold to warm, condensation may form on the surface.
  • Page 86 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 80 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6...
  • Page 87: Specifications

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 81 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Specifications...
  • Page 88 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 82 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 7...
  • Page 89: Configuration Label

    LifeBook notebook. Specific details about your system may vary from those referenced here. For an updated list of current configu- rations, please go to the Fujitsu PC Web site at: www.fujitsupc.com. P O I N T All options listed are accurate as of the date of print;...
  • Page 90: Device Ports

    10.8V, 3400 mAh (for Flexible Bay installation) Adapters AC Adapter: Autosensing 100-240V AC, 80W, supplying 19V DC, 4.22A, to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC33AP, which includes an AC cable. Option: Auto/Airline Adapter: Converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.
  • Page 91: Popular Accessories

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 85 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM POPULAR ACCESSORIES For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at: www.fujitsupc.com or call 1-800-733-0884. Memory Upgrades PC2100 DDR266 Memory Modules: 128MB 256MB 512MB Docking Port Replicator...
  • Page 92: Pre-Installed Software

    * This software is located on CDs, as noted below. ** The installer is pre-loaded; the full version is included on the Fujitsu Service Assistant CD. *** Systems with Windows 98 have the DISE files included on the hard disk drive. (See Installing and Using DISE With Windows 98 Systems on page 73 for more information).
  • Page 93: Application Descriptions

    In the Start -> Service and Support folder. New support information for the Fujitsu Service Assis- tant tool may be available after the purchase of your notebook. To receive the most up-to-date information, please connect to the Internet prior to using the Fujitsu...
  • Page 94 Administrator level access are able to run this particular test. Please consult your network adminis- trator for further assistance with this issue. For further information about the Fujitsu Service Assis- tant, call 1-800-Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487), or visit the FPC support website at: www.fujitsupc.com/support.
  • Page 95 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 89 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Glossary...
  • Page 96 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 90 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 8...
  • Page 97: Glossary

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 91 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. ACPI Advanced Configuration & Power Interface. A power management tool, which is part of the Windows 98 Second Edition operating system, that enables the oper- ating system to control the amount of power given to...
  • Page 98 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 92 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s Default Value A pre-programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own. DIMM Dual-in-line memory module.
  • Page 99 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 93 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Infrared Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light spectrum which is invisible to humans. An abbreviation for infrared. IrDA Infrared Data Association. An organization which produces standards for communication using infrared as the carrier.
  • Page 100 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 94 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s Pitch (keyboard) The distance between the centers of the letter keys of a keyboard. Pixel The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your display screen.
  • Page 101 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 95 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 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.
  • Page 102 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 96 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 103: Regulatory Information

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 97 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Regulatory Information NOTICE Changes or modifications 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 protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.
  • Page 104 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 telecom- munication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 105 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 99 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM UL Notice This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 adapter, output rating 19V DC, 4.22 A. Refer to the illustration below for the correct AC Adapter output polarity: C A U T I O N To reduce the risk of fire, use only #26 AWG or larger...
  • Page 106 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 100 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 107: Appendix

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 101 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN User’s Guide...
  • Page 108 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 102 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x...
  • Page 109: Fcc Regulatory Information

    (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable oper- ation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu PC Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
  • Page 110: Before Using This Device

    L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x 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”...
  • Page 111: Connecting Windows 98/2000 Systems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 105 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM CONNECTING WINDOWS 98/2000 SYSTEMS This chapter describes how to set the wireless LAN connection for computers running Windows 98 or Windows 2000. P O I N T When you receive your LifeBook, the integrated wireless LAN device and drivers have already been installed.
  • Page 112: Network Connection: Windows 98

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 106 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x Item Description Encryption Click the down arrow and select an encryption option.
  • Page 113 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 107 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM AdHoc Network: Select [IP address], and enter a value for [IP address] and [Subnet Mask]. Refer to “About IP Addresses” on page 120 to set an IP address and subnet mask. Infrastructure Network: Select [Obtain an IP address automatically].
  • Page 114: Network Connection: Windows 2000

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 108 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x Printer Sharing 1. Click [Start] -> [Settings] -> [Printers]. [Printers] appears, showing the printers that are connected.
  • Page 115 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 109 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM 2. Double-click the [Network and Dial-up Connections] icon. The [Network and Dial-up Connections] window appears. 3. Right click the [Local Area Connection], then click [Properties] from the menu that appears. The [Local Area Connection Properties] window appears.
  • Page 116 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 110 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x 4. If [File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks] is displayed in the list, make sure that it is checked.
  • Page 117: Connecting Windows Xp Systems

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 111 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Item Description State Shows the current condition of connection. The MAC address of the other computer to which you are connected is displayed when the connection is successful. If you are connected to more than one computer, the computer that has the best connectivity is displayed.
  • Page 118 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 112 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x the encryption keys set for the access point, refer to the manual supplied with the access point.
  • Page 119 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 113 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Checking the Full Computer Name and Workgroup 1. Click [Start] -> [Control Panel]. Make sure the Classic View is selected. 2. Double-click the [System] icon. [System Properties] appears. 3. Click the [Computer Name] tab. 4.
  • Page 120 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 114 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x On the display, the printer sharing setting is recom- mended by the Network Setup Wizard, but for the wire- less LAN network, security is maintained by network name (SSID) or network key.
  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 115 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM TROUBLESHOOTING This section contains troubleshooting information, including causes and actions, for problems you may find while using this device. Troubleshooting Table Problem Possible Cause Exclamation mark Failure to recognize the (!) or cross (x) is device.
  • Page 122 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 116 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x Problem Possible Cause Other computers No communication due to are not displayed poor radio signal.
  • Page 123 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 117 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Problem Possible Cause Cannot connect to There are several possible the network causes, as listed to the right. Refer to the specific section of this man- ual or your user’s manual. I want to remove the driver.
  • Page 124 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 118 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x Problem Possible Cause I want to remove the driver (Windows 2000) Possible Solution...
  • Page 125 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 119 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Problem Possible Cause I want to remove the driver (Windows XP) W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’ s G u i d e Possible Solution Windows XP: When removing the driver, make sure that the device is attached to...
  • Page 126: If A Second Lan Device Is Installed

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 120 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x IF A SECOND LAN DEVICE IS INSTALLED Instructions for disabling another LAN device If you have another LAN card on your computer running Windows 98, perform the following steps to...
  • Page 127 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 121 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications for Integrated Wireless LAN Device Item Network Type Transfer Rate Frequency Range Channels Card Type Security Supported Operating Systems Power Current Maximum number of units recommended for wireless LAN (AdHoc network) W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’...
  • Page 128: Wireless Lan Specifications

    B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 122 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s – A p p e n d i x...
  • Page 129 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 123 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Index...
  • Page 130 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 124 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s...
  • Page 131 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 125 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM adapter ......33, 84, 91 indicator .
  • Page 132 ........78 Fujitsu Service Assistant ..... . . 87 Function Key F10 .
  • Page 133 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 127 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM Modem Jack ....... . . 55 Modem port .
  • Page 134 B5FH-4491-01EN-00.book Page 128 Friday, April 19, 2002 11:24 AM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s Windows keys ....... 17 Application key .

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