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  • Page 1: Declaration Of Conformity

    Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, its parent, subsid- iaries, and affiliated companies. Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are registered trade- marks of Fujitsu Limited. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Centrino is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires an AC adapter to operate. Use ■ only a UL Listed I.T.E. AC Adapter with an output rat- ing of 19V DC, with a current of 7.90A.
  • 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 USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries....33 Replacing the Battery .
  • Page 5 C o p y r i g h t GLOSSARY Glossary Glossary ....... 79 Regulatory Information .
  • 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

    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 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: Unpacking

    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 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k Touchpad Pointing Device The pointing device is a Touchpad that allows you simple cursor control. (See TouchPad Pointing Device on page 19 for more information) Display Panel Latch The display panel latch locks and releases the display...
  • 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 2-4. 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 2-5. LifeBook notebook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s right-side components. USB 2.0 Ports The four USB ports (one on the left side panel, one on the right panel, and two on the rear panel) allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices.
  • Page 18: Rear 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 2-6. LifeBook notebook back panel REAR PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s rear panel components.
  • Page 19: Bottom Components

    Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s bottom panel components. Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
  • Page 20: Status Indicator 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 Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located in the front center of the display. Within this panel are symbols that corre- spond to specific components of your LifeBook note- book.
  • Page 21: Hard Drive/Optical Drive Access Indicator

    HARD DRIVE/OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Hard Drive/Optical Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive or optical drive are being accessed. NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k CAPSLOCK INDICATOR The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set...
  • Page 22: Keyboard

    Figure 2-9. Keyboard Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integrated 103- key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard func- tions of a keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes the following keys.
  • Page 23: Cursor Keys

    CURSOR KEYS The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up, down, left, or right).
  • 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. Software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own.
  • Page 25: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Figure 2-11. Touchpad Pointing Device TouchPad Pointing Device The TouchPad pointing device is built into your note- book. 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 DRAGGING Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move.
  • Page 27: Getting Started

    Getting Started...
  • Page 28 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 29: 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 30: 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 31: 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 32: 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 33: Windows Product Activation

    Internet access before you use E-Registration. You may also register on our Web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option. INSTALLING CLICK ME! The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me! on the desktop.
  • Page 34: 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 35: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature. Enabling or Disabling the Hibernation Feature The default setting is not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 36 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 37: User-Installable Features

    User-Installable Features...
  • Page 38 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 39: 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 40: 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 41: Optical Drive

    Figure 4-3. Optical Drive Optical Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains an optical drive which is either a Multi-Format DVD Writer or a DVD/CD-RW combo player. A Multi-Format DVD Writer allows you to play CDs and DVDs, record CD-Rs and CD-RWs, and record DVD+/-Rs, DVD+/-RWs, and DVD-RAMs.
  • Page 42: Emergency Dvd/Cd-Rom Tray Release

    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 EMERGENCY DVD/CD-ROM TRAY RELEASE If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the media tray with a paper clip inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the front of the tray.
  • Page 43: Using The Media Player Buttons

    Exiting the Optical Player 1. Click on the located in the upper right corner of the title bar. USING THE MEDIA PLAYER BUTTONS The media player buttons are another way to use your LifeBook notebook’s optical drive as a media player. •...
  • Page 44: Using Dolby 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 45: Auto Insert Notification Function

    To Watch a Movie on Battery Power: 1. Have an additional fully-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use. 2. Start watching your DVD movie. 3. When the low battery warning occurs, immediately stop the movie and exit the optical player If you do not stop the optical drive quickly and the LifeBook notebook attempts to auto-suspend (critical battery low state)
  • Page 46 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 47: Memory Stick/Secure Digital Slot

    Note: A Memory Stick is used for illustration purposes. Memory Stick/ Secure Digital Slot Your LifeBook notebook supports the following memory cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices. These cards use flash memory architecture, which means they don’t need a power source to retain data.
  • Page 48: Removing A Memory Stick/Sd Card

    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 REMOVING A MEMORY STICK/SD CARD To remove a Memory Stick or SD Card, follow these easy steps: See your Memory Stick or SD Card manual for specific instructions on the removal of...
  • 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 Card Slot

    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 Card Slot Your LifeBook notebook supports Type I or Type II PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you install.
  • Page 51: Memory Upgrade Module

    Memory upgrades must be PC2700 DDR333 SO-DIMM modules. To ensure 100% compatibility, we recommend that you only purchase additional memory from the Fujitsu on-line accessory store at: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade module compartment,...
  • Page 52: Removing A Memory Upgrade Module

    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 REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE 1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.
  • 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: Microphone 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 Figure 4-16 Connecting a USB Device MICROPHONE JACK The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone.
  • Page 55: Headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out Jack

    ■ 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. The connector on your computer is a Optical Mini Plug (3.5mm diameter mini plug) The frequency of the digital sound ■...
  • 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: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 58 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 59: Identifying The Problem

    LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial numbers. Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook to Fujitsu until you have received a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from a support representative. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g...
  • Page 60: 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 61: Hard 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 62: 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 Memory Problems Your Power On screen, or Your memory upgrade module Main menu of the BIOS is not properly installed.
  • Page 63: Power Failures

    Problem Power Failures You turn on your LifeBook The installed primary battery notebook and nothing is completely discharged, there seems to happen. is no optional second battery installed or there is no AC adapter installed. The battery is installed but is faulty.
  • Page 64: 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 25 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 65: Video Problems

    Problem An error message is Power On Self Test (POST) has displayed on the screen detected a problem. during the notebook (boot) sequence. Your LifeBook notebook BIOS setup changes were not appears to change setup saved when you exited the parameters when you start BIOS setup utility, returning it to previous settings.
  • Page 66 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 display goes blank by The power management time- itself after it is used. outs may be set for very short intervals and you failed to (continued)
  • Page 67: Power On Self Test Messages

    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. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #. If an error message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation both on screen and in the manual.
  • Page 68: Modem Result Codes

    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 *Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen.
  • Page 69 T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g...
  • Page 70: Restoring Pre-Installed Software

    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 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.
  • Page 71: 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 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: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 74 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 75: 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 Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operations of this product or simi- lar products, must always be supervised by an adult.
  • Page 76: 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 BATTERIES Caring for your Batteries Always handle batteries carefully. ■ Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do ■...
  • Page 77: Pc Cards

    Avoid using or storing the drive where it is ■ damp or dusty. Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or ■ devices that generate strong magnetic fields. Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be ■ subjected to shock or vibration.
  • 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: Specifications

    Specifications...
  • Page 80 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 81: Microprocessor

    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 Computer Systems Corporation Web site at: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com All options listed are accurate as of the date of print;...
  • Page 82: Device Ports

    Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing Altitude Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum POPULAR ACCESSORIES For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com or call 1-877-372-3473. 256 MB DDR-DIMM, 333 MHz Memory Module ■...
  • Page 83: Pre-Installed Software

    (See your online help or manual for more information on how and when to run this program). Fujitsu HotKey Utility Fujitsu HotKey Utility allows you to monitor and manage the status of the screen brightness and system volume. Quicken 2005 New User Edition Quicken 2005 by Intuit is a personal money manage- ment program.
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • Page 87 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 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 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 89 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 90 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 91 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 92: 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 93 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 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 Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN User’s Guide...
  • Page 96 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 97: 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 98: 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 This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device"...
  • Page 99: 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 100: Activating The Wlan Device

    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 A-3. Wireless LAN On/Off Switch Location Deactivation using Atheros Client Utility software Click [Start] -> [Program Files] -> [Atheros] -> Atheros Client Utility.
  • Page 101: Configuration Of The Wlan Device

    Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN Device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using the Atheros Client Utility software. The Atheros Client Utility software allows for multiple profile setups and supports auto- matic profile switching. Support for most industry stan- dard security solutions, as well as Cisco Compatible Extensions (CCX), is contained in this software.
  • Page 102: Connection To The Network

    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 11. Click OK 12. Click the Advanced tab 13. The Advanced tab allows for the configuration of the options detailed in the table below.
  • Page 103 Click the [Computer Name] tab. Confirm the settings of [Full computer name:] and [Workgroup:]. a. The setting of [Full computer name:] denotes the name for identifying the computer. Any name can be assigned for each personal computer. To change the name, click [Change] and then proceed in accordance with the instruction messages displayed on the screen.
  • Page 104 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 Click “Just enable file sharing” and click [OK]. Check the [Share this folder on the network] check box.
  • Page 105: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    Troubleshooting the WLAN TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Unavailable Incorrect network name (SSID) or network network key connection Weak received signal strength and/or link quality The WLAN device...
  • Page 106: 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 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.
  • Page 107 W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’ s G u i d e 802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP.
  • 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 ABOUT IP ADDRESSES IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this document.
  • Page 109: Specifications

    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

    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: Function Key

    ........70 Fujitsu Driver Update utility ....65 Function Key F10 .
  • 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 Hard Disk Drive ..... . . 43, 55, 75 formatting .
  • Page 115 Registration ....... 26, 27 Removing a Memory Stick ..... 42 Resolution .
  • 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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