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  • Page 1 The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned by the Personal Computer Memory Card International Associa- tion (PCMCIA) and any use of such marks by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation is under license. PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association.
  • Page 2 E8020.book Page 2 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 19 VDC, with a current of 4.22 A.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......1 Fujitsu Contact Information ....1 Limited Warranty .
  • Page 4 E8020.book Page 4 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On ......29 Boot Sequence .
  • Page 5 E8020.book Page 5 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label..... . 75 Microprocessor ......75 Chipset .
  • Page 6 E8020.book Page 6 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 7 E8020.book Page 1 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Preface...
  • Page 8 E8020.book Page 2 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 9: Preface

    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 Start -> Fujitsu Weblinks -> LifeBook Accessories Web Site. You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by clicking on Start ->...
  • Page 10 E8020.book Page 2 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    E8020.book Page 3 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 12 E8020.book Page 4 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 13: Overview

    E8020.book Page 5 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Figure 2-1. Fujitsu LifeBook E8000 notebook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook E8000 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.
  • Page 14: Locating The Controls & Connectors

    E8020.book Page 6 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Status Indicator Panel Stereo Speaker Touchpad Pointing Device Left Button Scroll Button Right Button Figure 2-3.
  • Page 15: Front Panel Components

    E8020.book Page 7 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Microphone Jack* Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth Headphone/Optical On/Off Switch Digital Audio Out Jack** IrDA Port Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook - front panel FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch The wireless LAN/Bluetooth on/off switch is used to turn on and off the optional WLAN and Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 16: Left-Side Panel Components

    E8020.book Page 8 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k USB 2.0 Port Air Vents S-Video Out Port MMC/SD Slot DC Power Jack IEEE 1394 Jack Figure 2-5.
  • Page 17: Right-Side Panel Components

    E8020.book Page 9 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM ExpressCard Eject Button PC Card Eject Button Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components. ExpressCard Slot The ExpressCard slot allows you to install an Express- Card.
  • Page 18: Back Panel Components

    The maximum speed is 33600 bps at upload, in accordance with FCC regulations. For additional information about the modem, refer to the Fujitsu web site at: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com USB 2.0 Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices.
  • Page 19: Bottom Components

    E8020.book Page 11 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Certificate of Authenticity (approximate location) Memory Upgrade/ Wireless LAN Compartment Lithium ion Battery Bay Figure 2-8. LifeBook notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components.
  • Page 20: Status Indicator Panel

    Level Figure 2-9. Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-9) POWER INDICATOR The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational.
  • Page 21: Battery Charging Indicators

    E8020.book Page 13 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that specific battery is charging. This indicator will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.
  • Page 22: Keyboard

    (surrounded by heavy line) Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 84-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 23: Function Keys

    E8020.book Page 15 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. (Figure 2-11) The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with...
  • Page 24: Touchpad Pointing Device

    “Optional Quick Point Feature” on page 17. The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, a left and right button, and a scrolling button.
  • Page 25: Dragging

    E8020.book Page 17 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM ■ If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. ■ Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel.
  • Page 26: Volume Control

    L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own.
  • Page 27: Flexible Bay Devices

    Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Release Latch Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can house an optical drive, a Lithium ion battery, and a weight saver. (Figure 2-17) Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed.
  • Page 28: Lifebook Security/Application Panel

    E8020.book Page 20 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Figure 2-19 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 notebook from unauthorized use.
  • Page 29: Operating Your Security/ Application Panel

    E8020.book Page 21 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM 1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Run. 3. Type in: C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\ Security Panel Application\ Supervisor\FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter] 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Supervisor password.
  • Page 30 FJSECS.exe first to set the supervisor pass- word. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords on page 20. If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook notebook.
  • Page 31 E8020.book Page 23 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM To change an application associated with the Application buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure – for example, Application A. Click on Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applica- tions, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK.
  • Page 32 E8020.book Page 24 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 33: Getting Started

    E8020.book Page 25 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Getting Started...
  • Page 34 E8020.book Page 26 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 35: Power Sources

    DC Output Cable AC Cable Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.
  • Page 36: Display Panel

    L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active- matrix technology.
  • Page 37: 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 when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with current settings displayed.
  • Page 38: 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 39: Registering Your Lifebook Notebook

    REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK How do I register? To register, visit our Web site at: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com INSTALLING CLICK ME! The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me! in the Start menu. When you click the Click Me! icon, your system will automatically build the icon tray in the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 40: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Power Management Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention, such as those for the internal modem.
  • Page 41: Display Timeout

    E8020.book Page 33 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM 2. From the Control Panel select Power Options. 3. Select the Hibernation tab. Select the box to enable or disable this feature. Using the Hibernation Feature 1. From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.
  • Page 42 E8020.book Page 34 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 43: User-Installable Features

    E8020.book Page 35 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM User-Installable Features...
  • Page 44 E8020.book Page 36 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 45: Lithium Ion Battery

    E8020.book Page 37 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
  • Page 46: Replacing The Battery

    E8020.book Page 38 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged...
  • Page 47: Optical Drive

    E8020.book Page 39 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Media Tray Eject Button Optical Drive There is a variety of media available to use with your system, depending upon the system configuration you have selected. Multi-Format DVD Writers, DVD/CD- RW Combo drives, and DVD-ROM drives are collec- tively known as “optical drives”.
  • Page 48: Removing Media

    E8020.book Page 40 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k ■ You should periodically check the Fujitsu web site at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com for current updated drivers. ■...
  • Page 49: Using Dolby Headphone

    1. Insert the disc in the media player tray. When you do so, WinDVD will start automatically. 2. Click on the Fujitsu logo on the WinDVD control panel. If the disc supports Dolby Surround 5.1, a drop down menu appears.
  • Page 50: External Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    BIOS manual for further informa- tion on changing the default boot drive. The BIOS manual can be found on the Fujitsu Computer Systems web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com. LOADING A DISK To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 51: Multimedia Card/Sd Media

    E8020.book Page 43 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM MMC/SD Card Figure 4-6. Installing a MMC/SD Card Multimedia Card/ Secure Digital Media Your LifeBook notebook supports Multimedia cards (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD) cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices.
  • Page 52: Pc Cards/Expresscards

    E8020.book Page 44 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Eject Buttons Figure 4-7. Installing/Removing PC Card PC Cards/ExpressCards™ Your LifeBook notebook supports Type I and Type II PC Cards and ExpressCards , which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you...
  • Page 53: Smart Card Reader

    E8020.book Page 45 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM ExpressCards are installed in the ExpressCard slot (the top slot). (Figure 4-8). 54 mm ExpressCard ExpressCard Slot (top slot) 34 mm ExpressCard Figure 4-8. Installing/Removing ExpressCards ■ Installing or removing an ExpressCard during your notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the card and/or your notebook.
  • Page 54: Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com ■ Do not remove any screws from the...
  • Page 55 E8020.book Page 47 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM memory to accelerate graphics performance. Up to 64 MB of memory is dynamically shared on an as-needed basis using Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that your memory upgrade module is properly installed.
  • Page 56: Device Ports

    L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Device Ports Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and the optional Port Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.
  • Page 57: Serial Port

    E8020.book Page 49 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Figure 4-14. Connecting a Parallel Device SERIAL PORT The serial port, or COM port, located on the system and on the optional Port Replicator allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers or scanners. In order to connect a serial interface device follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 58: Ieee 1394 Port

    E8020.book Page 50 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k IEEE 1394 PORT The 4-pin 1394 port allows you to connect digital devices that are compliant with IEEE 1394 standard.
  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    E8020.book Page 51 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Troubleshooting...
  • Page 60 E8020.book Page 52 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Trou- bleshooting Table without success, contact your support representative: Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com Web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support. Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support represen-...
  • Page 62: Troubleshooting Table

    E8020.book Page 54 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Audio Problems ......page 54 DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems.
  • Page 63: Port Replicator Problems

    E8020.book Page 55 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Problem Possible Cause LifeBook notebook fails to DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is recognize DVD/CD-RW/ dirty or defective. CD-ROM’s. (continued) The DVD/CD-RW/CD- The Windows DVD/CD-RW/ ROM Access indicator on CD-ROM auto insertion func- the Status Indicator Panel tion is active and is checking to blinks at regular intervals see if a DVD/CD-RW/CD-...
  • Page 64: Memory Problems

    E8020.book Page 56 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem Possible Cause You have installed an Your operating system soft- external keyboard or ware is not set up with correct mouse, and it does not...
  • Page 65: Power Failures

    E8020.book Page 57 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Problem Possible Cause A card inserted in the PC The card may have been Card slot does not work or installed while an application is locking up the system. was running, so your notebook is not aware of its installation.
  • Page 66: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    E8020.book Page 58 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem Possible Cause Your LifeBook notebook You are operating on battery turns off all by itself.
  • Page 67: Video 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 29 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 68 E8020.book Page 60 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem Possible Cause The LifeBook notebook Power On Self Test (POST) turned on with a series of has detected a failure which beeps and your built-in...
  • Page 69: Miscellaneous Problems

    E8020.book Page 61 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Problem Possible Cause You have connected an Your external monitor is not external monitor and it properly installed. does not display any Your operating system soft- information. ware is not setup with the (continued) correct software driver for that device.
  • Page 70: Power On Self Test Messages

    E8020.book Page 62 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k 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 71: Emergency Media Player Drive Tray Release

    E8020.book Page 63 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM *Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data-destroying failure.
  • Page 72: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    RESTORING YOUR PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) DVD contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your computer configuration for use as documented below. In order to install applications and/or...
  • Page 73: Automatically Downloading Driver Updates

    Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the icons to find the correct one).
  • Page 74 E8020.book Page 66 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 75: Care And Maintenance

    E8020.book Page 67 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 76 E8020.book Page 68 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 77: Care And Maintenance

    4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative. ■ Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool). ■ Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
  • Page 78: Batteries

    E8020.book Page 70 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Outlet Type Location United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Mexico, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan Russia and the Commonwealth...
  • Page 79: Pc Cards/Expresscards

    E8020.book Page 71 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Caring for your Optical Drive Your optical drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points: The drive rotates the compact disc at a very high speed. ■...
  • Page 80 E8020.book Page 72 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 81: Specifications

    E8020.book Page 73 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Specifications...
  • Page 82 E8020.book Page 74 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 83: Specifications

    E8020.book Page 75 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Part Number Configuration P/N: FPC P/N: FPCMXXXXX E8020, PM 740, XPP, DVD/CD-RW, 256M, 40G, WLAN, 15CVXGA...
  • Page 84: Mass Storage Device Options

    E8020.book Page 76 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS Hard Drive Serial ATA, 150Mbps data buffer, 5400 rpm, 2.5”, 9.5 mm Choice of 40 GB, 60 GB, or 80 GB Media Player...
  • Page 85: Keyboard

    Optional Flexible Bay battery: 6-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 3800 mAh, 41 Wh AC Adapter Autosensing 100-240V AC, supplying 19V DC, 4.22A, 80W to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC33AP, which includes an AC cable. Power Management Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).
  • Page 86: Pre-Installed Software

    The Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility is pre-installed on your system. With FDU, you can choose to automati- cally or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. (See Automatically Down- loading Driver Updates on page 65 for more information).
  • Page 87 E8020.book Page 79 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Glossary...
  • Page 88 E8020.book Page 80 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 89: Glossary

    E8020.book Page 81 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM 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 and Power Interface 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 90 E8020.book Page 82 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam. Data The information a system stores and processes.
  • Page 91 E8020.book Page 83 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Hard drive A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff. Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form. I/O Port The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.
  • Page 92 E8020.book Page 84 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Megahertz 1,000,000 cycles per second. Memory A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your LifeBook notebook’s CPU.
  • Page 93 E8020.book Page 85 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM - 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. Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LifeBook notebook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
  • Page 94 E8020.book Page 86 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Universal Serial Bus. Standard that allows you to simultaneously connect up to 127 USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, printers, and keyboards to your computer.
  • Page 95: Regulatory Information

    E8020.book Page 87 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM 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 96 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 97: Integrated Wireless

    E8020.book Page 89 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN* User’s Guide * Optional device...
  • Page 98 E8020.book Page 90 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 99: Wireless Lan User's Guide

    (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
  • Page 100: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    E8020.book Page 92 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN...
  • Page 101: Wireless Network Considerations

    Deactivation of the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). Fujitsu mobile computers employ two methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device: Using the Wireless On/Off Switch, or, ■...
  • Page 102: Activating The Wlan Device

    1. Slide the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth on/ off switch to On position. 2. In the Control Panel, double-click the Fujitsu Radio Control icon. 3. In the window that appears, click the button associated with Bluetooth and/ or Wireless LAN Status to enable or dis- able the individual devices.
  • Page 103: Configuration Of The Wlan Device

    E8020.book Page 95 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN Device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using one of the following tools: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) - ■ The WZC allows for multiple profile setup and sup- port for most industry standard security solutions.
  • Page 104: Configuration Using Intel Proset Software

    E8020.book Page 96 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e Ad Hoc Networks: All computers in an Ad Hoc network must be assigned with the same SSID and the checkbox for the field [This is a computer to...
  • Page 105: Configuration Using Atheros Client Utility

    E8020.book Page 97 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM which can be found in the left frame of the Control Panel window. Double-click the icon [Intel PROSet] to execute the Intel PROSet Software. From the General page, click the Networks tab. Click the [Add] button.
  • Page 106 E8020.book Page 98 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e From the Current Status page, click the Profile Management tab.
  • Page 107: Connection To The Network

    E8020.book Page 99 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK This section explains connection to the network. If there is an administrator of the network, contact the network administrator for data settings. Setting the network Perform the “Setting TCP/IP” and “Confirming the computer and work group names”...
  • Page 108 E8020.book Page 100 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e The folder and printer for which the sharing function has been set will be usable from any personal computer present on the network.
  • Page 109 E8020.book Page 101 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Click the [Sharing] tab. Click [Share this printer]. Enter the sharing printer name in [Share name]. Click the [OK] button. Confirming connection After you have finished the network setup operations, access the folder whose sharing has been set for other personal computers.
  • Page 110: Troubleshooting

    E8020.book Page 102 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table.
  • Page 111: Wireless Lan Glossary

    E8020.book Page 103 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Wireless LAN Glossary Ad Hoc Mode Ad Hoc Mode refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Points. Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion.
  • Page 112 E8020.book Page 104 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e Shared key authentication 802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the...
  • Page 113: Ip Address Information

    E8020.book Page 105 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM IP address information IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this document. You are advised to consult with your network administrator for additional information. If IP address is unknown, set IP address as follows: If you have an access point (DHCP server) on the network, set the IP address as follows: [Obtain an IP address automatically]...
  • Page 114: Specifications

    E8020.book Page 106 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e Specifications Item Type of network...
  • Page 115: Using The Bluetooth Device

    E8020.book Page 107 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Using the Bluetooth Device The Integrated Bluetooth module (UGXZ5-102A) is an optional device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. WHAT IS BLUETOOTH Bluetooth technology is designed as a short-range wire- less link between mobile devices, such as laptop computers, phones, printers, and cameras.
  • Page 116 E8020.book Page 108 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e...
  • Page 117: Index

    E8020.book Page 109 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM Index About This Guide ......1 adapter .
  • Page 118 ......42 Fujitsu Contact Information ....1 Fujitsu Driver Update utility .
  • Page 119 Adobe Acrobat Reader ..... . . 78 Fujitsu HotKey ......78 Intel SpeedStep .
  • Page 120 E8020.book Page 112 Thursday, March 10, 2005 1:55 PM L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...

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