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N3430-02.book Page 4 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires an AC adapter to operate. Use ■...
About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
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N3430-02.book Page 2 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k USER-INSTALLABLE DEVICES AND MEDIA Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries.
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N3430-02.book Page 3 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label ..... . 83 Microprocessor.
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N3430-02.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Preface...
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N3430-02.book Page 2 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...
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 Fujitsu Weblinks -> LifeBook Accessories web site link, located in the Windows Start menu.
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N3430-02.book Page 4 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n O n e...
N3430-02.book Page 7 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Figure 2-1. LifeBook N3400 series notebook Overview This section describes the components of your LifeBook notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers.
N3430-02.book Page 8 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o Wireless LAN Switch Stereo...
N3430-02.book Page 9 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Figure 2-4. LifeBook N3400 notebook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook N3400 notebook’s left-side components. Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone.
N3430-02.book Page 10 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o Anti-Theft Lock Slot Figure 2-5.
FCC regulations. The internal modems on all LifeBook ■ notebooks from Fujitsu Computer Systems are certified for use in the United States and Canada. The modem may be certified in other countries. L o c a t i n g t h e C o n t r o l s a n d C o n n e c t o r s...
N3430-02.book Page 12 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o Certificate of Authenticity Label (location may vary)
N3430-02.book Page 13 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Battery Charging Battery Level Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. These symbols (when visible) tell you how each of those components is operating.
N3430-02.book Page 14 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o CAPSLOCK INDICATOR The CapsLock indicator lights when your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.
N3430-02.book Page 15 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Function Keys Fn Key Start Key Numeric Keypad (outlined with thick black line) Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your LifeBook notebook has an integral 86-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys.
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N3430-02.book Page 16 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o [Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding down [Fn] ■...
N3430-02.book Page 17 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Volume Control Your 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. If you install an external audio device that has an independent volume control, the hardware volume control and the software volume control will interact with each...
N3430-02.book Page 18 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o Media Player Mode Indicator Stop/Eject Button Play/Pause Button...
N3430-02.book Page 19 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with the Application Panel Setup utility: 1. Click on [Start] -> Control Panel. (Note that depending upon the View you are using, you may need to click Settings before clicking Control Panel).
N3430-02.book Page 20 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T w o DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL Your LifeBook notebook includes a desktop control panel for your notebook’s desktop that you can use at...
N3430-02.book Page 21 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Touchpad Left Button Scroll Button Right Button Figure 2-11. Touchpad pointing device Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel.
N3430-02.book Page 25 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM DC Power Jack DC Output Cable AC Adapter Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.
N3430-02.book Page 26 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n T h r e e Latch Release Button...
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 with a prompt below it. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
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.
N3430-02.book Page 29 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Power Management Your LifeBook notebook has many features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention, such as those for the internal modem. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating condi- tions, such as those for the display brightness.
N3430-02.book Page 33 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM 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.
N3430-02.book Page 34 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n F o u r Once your LifeBook notebook battery goes dead, you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter or a charged...
■ as watching a DVD movie, will substan- tially reduce your battery life if no other power source is attached. ■ You should regularly check the Fujitsu web site at: http:// www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support for current updated drivers. ■ All LifeBook DVD players are set to play...
N3430-02.book Page 36 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n F o u r There may be a protective sheet in the tray from when it was shipped;...
DVD movies on battery power. If you don’t have an additional battery, you may purchase one either online at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com or by calling 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.
N3430-02.book Page 38 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n F o u r Note: A Memory Stick is used for purposes of Illustration.
N3430-02.book Page 39 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM 2. Make sure there is no card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing a Memory Stick/SD/xD Card. 3. Insert your card into the slot with the product label facing up.
2 GB. 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 ■...
M e m o r y U p g r a d e M o d u l e 2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen with a prompt below it. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed.
N3430-02.book Page 43 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM INSERTING EXPRESSCARDS There are two different width ExpressCards: 34 mm and 54 mm. The connector inside the slot is located on the left-hand side of the slot. If you insert a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.
N3430-02.book Page 44 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n F o u r Device Ports Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices...
N3430-02.book Page 45 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORTS A Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 port allows you to connect USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and speakers. USB 2.0 is downward- compatible with USB 1.1 devices, so older USB devices will work with these ports.
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N3430-02.book Page 47 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Using the Integrated Wireless LAN...
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(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.
N3430-02.book Page 50 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 set up and configure the integrated Wireless LAN...
(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, 1) the Wireless On/Off Switch, and, 2) in Windows using the Intel PROSet for Wireless utility.
N3430-02.book Page 52 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using the Intel PROSet for...
N3430-02.book Page 53 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM 23. Click [OK] to save the settings. 24. From the Intel ProSet Wireless page, click the new profile name shown in the Profile List. Use the up and down arrows to position the priority of the new profile in the priority list.
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N3430-02.book Page 54 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 Click the [OK] button.
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N3430-02.book Page 55 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM 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.
N3430-02.book Page 56 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 the WLAN TROUBLESHOOTING Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the...
N3430-02.book Page 57 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Wireless LAN Glossary GLOSSARY Access point Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and wired network traffic. 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.
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N3430-02.book Page 58 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 tion is not considered secure, because a hacker who detects both the clear-text challenge and the same chal- lenge encrypted with a WEP key can decipher the key.
N3430-02.book Page 59 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM IP address information ABOUT IP ADDRESSES 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.
N3430-02.book Page 60 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 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 WLAN Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Item...
Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 408-764-2724 E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com/computers 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- tative can provide you with the fastest possible solution: Product name ■...
N3430-02.book Page 64 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n S i x TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Audio Problems .
T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g Possible Solutions All Fujitsu notebook DVD players are set to play DVD titles with region code number 1, which is specified for the North American market. The...
N3430-02.book Page 66 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n S i x Problem Possible Cause Memory Problems...
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N3430-02.book Page 67 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Problem Possible Cause You turn on your The battery is low. LifeBook notebook and nothing seems to happen. (continued) The power adapter (AC or auto/ airline) is not plugged in properly. The power adapter (AC or auto/ airline) has no power from the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or...
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 27 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
N3430-02.book Page 69 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Problem Possible Cause Your LifeBook note- BIOS setup changes were not book appears to change saved when you made them and setup parameters when exited the BIOS setup utility you start it. returning it to previous settings.
N3430-02.book Page 70 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n S i x Problem Possible Cause The built-in display does...
N3430-02.book Page 71 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #.
N3430-02.book Page 72 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n S i x *Parity Check 1 nnnn Parity error found in the system bus.
1. Start your system and press the [F2] key when the Fujitsu logo appears. You will enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 2. Using the arrow keys, go to the Boot menu.
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).
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Store the notebook in a cool, dry place. Temperatures ■ should remain between 13ºF and 140ºF (-25ºC -60ºC). Traveling with your Fujitsu notebook ■ Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on. ■...
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N3430-02.book Page 79 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be ■ exposed to extreme temperatures. Avoid using or storing the drive where it is damp ■ or dusty. Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or ■...
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N3430-02.book Page 83 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Specifications This section provides the hardware, software, and envi- ronmental specifications for your LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Part Number FPC06xxxx Part No: DC7xxxxxxxxxxxxx N3430, 15.4WXGA, INTEL T2300, XPH, DL S-MULTI, 512M, 80G, MDM/LAN, WLAN Model Screen Size/ Processor Type...
N3430-02.book Page 84 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n E i g h t Flash Media Slot Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO, shared with Secure Digital (SD) and xD-Picture Card slot...
Quicken software for the first time. Full version upgrade information is available online. Fujitsu HotKey ■ Fujitsu HotKey allows you to control the display bright- ness of your notebook in order to maximize battery life. Fujitsu Driver Update Utility ■...
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N3430-02.book Page 87 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 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 instal- lation.
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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.
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N3430-02.book Page 89 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Glossary...
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N3430-02.book Page 91 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Glossary 802.11b 802.11b is a wireless communications architecture that allows data transfer at up to 11 Mbps. 802.11b operates at the 2.4 GHz frequency. 802.11g 802.11g is a wireless communications architecture that allows data transfer at up to 54 Mbps, nearly five times the speed of the IEEE 802.11b standard.
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N3430-02.book Page 92 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n N i n e Data The information a system stores and processes.
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N3430-02.book Page 93 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit. IEEE 1394 A fast external bus that allows transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps.
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N3430-02.book Page 94 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM L i f e B o o k N 3 4 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k – S e c t i o n N i n e PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet.
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N3430-02.book Page 95 Tuesday, May 16, 2006 10:48 AM G l o s s a r y Universal Serial Bus. The USB 2.0 specification is a peripheral bus standard for connecting external devices at up to 480 Mbps. Some features of the standard include support for up to 127 concurrent USB devices, dynamic insertion and removal of devices, and self-iden- tifying peripheral configuration for true plug-and-play...
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Flexible Bay ........35 Fujitsu Contact Information .....3 Fujitsu Driver Update Utility .
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