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Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure
the accuracy and completeness of this document.
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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 N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
  • Page 4 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e BIOS Setup Utility ..... . . 29 Booting the System .
  • Page 5 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label ..... . 73 Microprocessor......73 Memory .
  • Page 6 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...
  • Page 7 Preface...
  • Page 8 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • 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 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 12 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 13: Overview

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

  • Page 14: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-3. LifeBook notebook with display open Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top and front components.

  • Page 15: Front Panel Components

    Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook front panel FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s front components. Flexible Bay The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices. (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 21 for more information) Modular DVD/CD-RW combo drive, or, Modular DVD-RW drive...

  • Page 16: Left-Side Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s left-side components.

  • Page 17: Right-Side Panel Components

    Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s right-side components. Stereo Speaker The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound. PC Card Eject Buttons The PC Card eject buttons are used to eject a PC Card from the PC Card slot.

  • Page 18: Top/Back Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook top/back panel TOP/BACK PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s top and rear panel components.

  • Page 19: Bottom Components

    Configuration Label The configuration label shows the configuration part number, the Fujitsu part number, and the various components that make up your LifeBook notebook. This label provides manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative in the event you find it necessary to contact Fujitsu.

  • Page 20: Status/Power Indicators

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Status/Power Indicators There are two sets of status indicators on your LifeBook notebook. The larger array -- called the Status Indicator panel -- is located just below the display.

  • Page 21: Battery Status Indicator

    BATTERY STATUS INDICATOR This indicators display how much charge is available within the installed battery. LED Condition Battery Charge Level Green, solid Between 51% and 100% charged Orange, solid Between 13% and 50% charged Red, solid Between 0% and 12% charged Red, blinking There is a problem with the battery No battery is installed or the system...

  • Page 22: Keyboard

    Figure 2-11. Keyboard 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: Windows Keys

    P O I N T If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external key- pad. The indicator will come on, however it will not change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys. WINDOWS KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys: a Start key and an Application key.

  • Page 24: Volume Control

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Volume Control Your LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. P O I N T Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own.

  • Page 25: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Figure 2-12. Touchpad Pointing Device TouchPad Pointing Device The TouchPad pointing device is 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 an up-and-down scroll button.

  • Page 26: Dragging

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-14. Double-clicking P O I N T If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed.

  • Page 27: Flexible Bay Devices

    1 Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Devices Your LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD/CD-RW or DVD-RW drive (Figure 2-16). You Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed. All devices listed here are also options which can be purchased separately.

  • Page 28: Lifebook Application Panel

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-18. LifeBook Application Panel LifeBook Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Application Panel that allows you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on.
  • Page 29 1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box. 2. Click on Browse from Start Menu. 3. Scroll down the list of applications, and then click on the application you wish to launch with this button. 4. Click OK. The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you need only click on “Default Internet Browser”...
  • Page 30 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 31: Getting Started

    Getting Started...
  • Page 32 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 33: Power Sources

    Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has two possible power sources: a Lithium ion battery or an AC adapter. CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER The AC adapter provides power for operating your LifeBook notebook and is used to charge the batteries.

  • Page 34: Display Panel

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 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 35: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your note- book is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).

  • Page 36: 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 37: Windows Product Activation

    WINDOWS PRODUCT ACTIVATION On systems with Windows XP as an operating system, it has already been pre-installed and pre-activated when you receive the system. In the event you need to re-install Windows XP (e.g., after making significant configuration changes), it may be necessary to reactivate the operating system.

  • Page 38: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Power Management Your 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 39: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    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. If you upgrade the original system by adding a memory upgrade module without changing the size of your Save-to-Disk allocation you will get an error message when you try to...
  • Page 40 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 41: User-Installable Features

    User-Installable Features...
  • Page 42 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 43: Lithium Ion Battery

    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 44: Replacing The Battery

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your LifeBook notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power from an AC adapter.

  • Page 45: Internal Floppy Disk Drive

    Your LifeBook notebook is preconfigured to boot from a floppy drive. Reference the BIOS manual for further 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 To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 46: Optical Drive

    Optical Player software. Refer to the applicable readme file on the Driver Applications CD-ROM for instructions on installing your Optical Player software. You should periodically check the Fujitsu Web site at www.fujitsupc.com for current updated drivers. Prolonged use of the optical drive, such as watching a DVD movie, will substantially reduce your battery life.

  • Page 47: Removing Media

    REMOVING MEDIA 1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive. This will stop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the notebook a short distance. 2. Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray.

  • Page 48: Using Dolbytm Headphone

    1. Insert the disc in the optical drive tray. When you do so, WinDVD will start automatically. 2. Place your cursor over the Fujitsu logo on the WinDVD control panel and click on it. If the disc supports Dolby Surround 5.1, a drop down menu appears.

  • Page 49: Hard Disk Drive

    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. (See...

  • Page 50: Pc Cards

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 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 51: Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade must be PC2100 DDR266 SO- DIMM module. 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 52: 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 53: Device Ports

    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 communications. Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for your internal modem.

  • Page 54: Headphone Jack

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e P O I N T S There are several types of cables for connecting a digital electronic device (e.g., MD player) to the digital audio-out connector, depending on the connector type.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 56 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 57: Identifying The Problem

    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 58: Specific Problems

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 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 59: Floppy Disk Drive Problems

    CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted. Verify your password and security settings. Contact Fujitsu or your local authorized reseller for a replacement hard disk drive. Try to use your intergrated pointing device to restart your system. If this fails, turn your LifeBook note- book off using the power/suspend/resume button, wait 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

  • Page 60: Memory Problems

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Problem You have installed an Your external device is not external keyboard or properly installed. mouse, and it does not Your operating system seem to work.

  • Page 61: Pc Card Problems

    Problem PC Card Problems A card inserted in the PC The card is not properly Card slot does not work or 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 62 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Problem Your LifeBook notebook The power management turns off all by itself. parameters are set for auto timeouts which are too short for your operating needs.

  • Page 63: 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 29 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 64 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Problem The built-in display is The LifeBook notebook is set blank when you turn on for an external monitor only.

  • Page 65: Miscellaneous Problems

    Problem The application display You are running an application uses only a portion of your that does not support 800 x screen and is surrounded 600 pixel resolution display by a dark frame. and display compression is enabled. You have connected an Your BIOS setup is not set to external monitor and it enable your external monitor.

  • Page 66: Power On Self Test Messages

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 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 67: Modem Result Codes

    *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. Contact your support representative.

  • Page 68: 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 69 mended sizes for the backup partition. You choose the size you want. DISE takes the space from the FAT, FAT32, or NTFS partition that you are backing up. If there is not enough unused space in that partition to take, you will not be able to resize the backup partition and create an image file.
  • Page 70 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 71: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 72 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 73: Lifebook Notebook

    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. Oper- ations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult.

  • Page 74: Batteries

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Outlet Type United States, Canada, Mexico, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), most of Europe, parts of Latin...

  • Page 75: Pc Cards

    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 76 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 77: Specifications

    Specifications...
  • Page 78 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 79: 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 80: Device Ports

    14.8V, 5880 mAh, FPCBP70 (Manufacturer’s Part Number: BTP-44A3) Adapters AC Adapter: Autosensing 100-240V AC, 120W, supplying 19V DC, 6.32A, to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC36AP, which includes an AC cable. Power Management Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration & Power Interface) Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)

  • Page 81: Pre-Installed Software

    S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Fujitsu HotKey Utility Fujitsu HotKey Utility allows you to monitor and manage the status of the screen brightness and system volume. Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) by PowerQuest...
  • Page 82 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 83: Glossary

    Glossary...
  • Page 84 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 85: Glossary

    Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. Active-Matrix Display A type of technology for making flat-panel displays which has a transistor or similar device for every pixel on the screen.
  • Page 86 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Disk Drive The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads and control circuitry for reading and writing the data on the disk.
  • Page 87 Kilobyte. 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 88 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e self test detects failures that are so serious that operation can not continue, the operating system will not be loaded.
  • Page 89 G l o s s a r y Thin Film Transistor – A technology for flat display panels which uses a thin film matrix of transistors to control each pixel of the display screen individually. Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organiza- tion that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.

  • Page 90: Regulatory Information

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e 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...
  • Page 91 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 92 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e UL Notice This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed adapter, output rating 19V DC, 6.32 A. Refer to the illustration below for the correct AC Adapter output polarity: C A U T I O N...

  • Page 93: Integrated Wireless Lan User's Guide

    Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN* User’s Guide * Optional device...
  • Page 94 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 95: 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 96: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Before Using the Wireless LAN The Broadcom Wireless LAN is an optional device avail- able for Fujitsu mobile computers. This manual describes the basic operating procedures for the Wireless LAN (referred to as the “device” in this manual) and how to set up a wireless LAN network.

  • Page 97: For Better Communications

    Figure 2. Infrastructure Mode Network ADSL modem, Internet cable modem, or similar Wireless LAN FOR BETTER COMMUNICATIONS This personal computer may not operate properly due to the operating environment. Strictly observe the following precautions when installing the main unit of the computer: Since this personal computer and equipment compli- ant with IEEE802.11a differ in operation frequency, it...

  • Page 98: Stopping Transmission

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e STOPPING TRANSMISSION To use this product inside hospitals, clinics, or airplanes, or in other places where the use of electronic equipment is regulated, stop the transmission of radio waves from the wireless LAN beforehand.

  • Page 99: Connection Using Windows Xp

    Connection using Windows XP FLOW OF OPERATIONS The wireless LAN connection procedure contained in this section is outlined below. Make sure the mobile computer is ready for the transmission of radio waves from the wireless LAN. For further details, see (See Starting Transmission on page 92 for more information).
  • Page 100 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e The [Wireless Network Properties] window will be displayed. Select the Association tab if it is not already selected.

  • Page 101: Connection To The Network

    13. Verify that the network name entered in step 7 above is added in [Preferred Networks], and then click the [OK] button. P O I N T In [Preferred Networks], register only the desired connection settings. 14. Close the [Wireless Network ] window. CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK This section explains connection to the network.
  • Page 102 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e For ad hoc connection: Assign the same network name to all personal computers existing on the network.
  • Page 103 P O I N T Setting the printer-sharing function when Network Setup Wizard has been executed is suggested on the screen. For the wireless LAN, however, since security is guaranteed by entry of the network name (SSID) and the network key, the steps to be taken to set the printer-sharing function without using Network Setup Wizard are laid down below.

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table.
  • Page 105 Problem Possible Cause Unavailable It takes too long to retrieve the network network and display the connection connected (continued) computers. Incorrect setting of IP address Communication Access control may be disabled is disconnected soon after connection to the access point W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’...

  • Page 106: Wireless Lan Glossary

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Wireless LAN Glossary Ad hoc A designation for wireless LAN network configuration. It indicates a form of communication limited to those personal computers which have wireless LAN function.
  • Page 107 W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’ s G u i d e submitting correct network keys. However, in case of actual communications, the same network key must be set. Open system authentication is sometimes called Open key authentication.

  • Page 108: Ip Address Information

    L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e IP address 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] P O I N T...

  • Page 109: Wireless Lan Specification

    Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Number of channels Security Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (during ad hoc connection) * "Wi-Fi based" indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed.
  • Page 110 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...
  • Page 111 Index...
  • Page 112 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 113: External Floppy Disk Drive

    Index adapter ......27, 74, 79 plug adapters ......67 Anti-theft Lock Slot .
  • Page 114 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Floppy Disk ejecting ........39 formatting .
  • Page 115 Power and Suspend/Resume button ..29, 32, 57 Power On Self Test ......29, 60 Pre-Installed Software .
  • Page 116 L i f e B o o k N S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

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