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SERIES

Compact Convenience. Maximized Performance.

Copyright

Copyright

Intel is a registered trademarks and Celeron is a
trademark of Intel Corporation.

Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure
the accuracy and completeness of this document.
However, as ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we
cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this
document. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions,
or future changes.

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Adobe System Inc.

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and LifeBook is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited.
First Cabin is a service trademark of
Fujitsu PC Corporaton.

Netscape Communicator is a registered trademark of
Netscape Communications Corporation.
AOL is a registered trademark of America Online Inc.
PC-Doctor is a trademark of Watergate Software, Inc.
LapLink is a registered trademark of
Traveling Software Inc.
McAfee VirusScan is a registered trademark of NAI.

The following are registered trademarks of
IBM Corporation: IBM, IBM PC AT, IBM PS/2.
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PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association.
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© Copyright 1999 Fujitsu PC Corporation. All rights
reserved. No part of this publication may be copied,
reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent
of Fujitsu PC Corporation. No part of this publication
may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form
without the written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation.

Earthlink is a registered trademark of EarthLink
Network, Inc.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name:

Fujitsu PC Corporation

Address:

598 Gibraltar Drive
Milpitas, CA 95035

Telephone:

(408) 935-8800

Declares that product:

Model Configurations:
LifeBook B-2130
Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device must not be allowed to cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

LifeBook B Series

CAUTION
Changes or modification not expressly approved by
Fujitsu PC Corporation 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a
different circuit than the receiver.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this
equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF
emission limits governing this device.
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network
Your LifeBook notebook may be supplied with an
internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC
rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the FCC
Registration Number and the Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for this equipment among other information. If requested, the user must provide their telephone company with the following information:

This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68
compliant and a line cord between the modem and the
telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices
that you may connect to your telephone line and still
have all of those devices ring when your number is
called. Too many devices on one line may result in
failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most,
but not all, areas the sum of the RENs of all of the
devices should not exceed five (5). To be certain of
the number of devices you may connect to your line,
as determined by the RENs, contact your local
telephone company.
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network,
your telephone company may discontinue your service
temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance.
If advance notice is not practical they will notify you as
soon as possible. You will also be advised of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC.
This fax modem also complies with fax branding
requirements per FCC Part 68.
Your telephone company will probably ask you to
disconnect this equipment from the telephone network
until the problem is corrected and you are sure that the
equipment is not malfunctioning. This equipment may
not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by
your telephone company. Connection to party lines is
subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility
commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for more information.
This equipment includes automatic dialing capability.
When programming and/or making test calls to
emergency numbers:
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1. The telephone number to which the notebook
is connected.
2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for
this equipment.
3. That the equipment requires a standard
modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC
Part 68 compliant.
4. The FCC Registration Number.

Remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call.
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such
as early morning or late evening.

FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible
telephones in the following locations or applications:
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All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit
card telephones.

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Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway,
railroad or pedestrian) where a person with impaired
hearing might be isolated in an emergency.
Places where telephones are specifically installed to
alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or
medical assistance personnel.
Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities,
convalescent homes and prisons.
Workstations for the hearing impaired.
Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.
Stores where telephones are used by patrons to
order merchandise.
Public transportation terminals where telephones are
used to call taxis or to reserve lodging or rental cars.
In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of the
rooms must contain hearing aid compatible telephones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible
telephones which will be provided to hearing impaired
customers on request.

DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES
Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations.
CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes
les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur
du Canada.
Notice to Users of the Canadian Telephone Network
The Canadian Industry Canada label identifies certified
equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective,
operational, and safety requirements. The Department
does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.
LifeBook notebook computers are supplied with an
internal modem which complies with the Industry
Canada certification standards for telecommunication
network protection and safety requirements. Before
connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user
should ensure that it is permissible to connect this
equipment to the local telecommunication facilities.
The user should be aware that compliance with the
certification standards does not prevent service
degradation in some situations.

Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be
made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility.
Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by
Fujitsu™ PC Corporation or any equipment failures
may give the telecommunication company cause to
request the user to disconnect the equipment from the
telephone line.
The connecting arrangement code for this equipment
is CA11A.
The Load Number is 0.2.
The Load Number assigned to each telephone terminal
device denotes the percentage of the total load to be
connected to a telephone loop or circuit which is used by
the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a
loop may consist of any combination of devices such
that the total of the load numbers of all devices does not
exceed 100.
CAUTION
For safety, users should ensure that the electrical
ground of the power utility, the telephone lines and
the metallic water pipes are connected together.
Users should NOT attempt to make such connections
themselves but should contact the appropriate electric
inspection authority or electrician. This may be
particularly important in rural areas.

Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau
Téléphonique Canadien
L’étiquette canadienne Industrie Canada identifie
l’équipement certifié. Cette certification signifie que
l’équipement satisfait certaines normes de protection,
d’exploitation et de sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications. Le département ne garantit pas le fonctionnement de l’équipement à la satisfaction de l’utilisateur.
La série LifeBookTM E possède un modem interne
conforme aux normes de certification d’Industrie
Canada pour protéger les réseaux de télécommunications et satisfaire aux normes de sécurité. Avant de
connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique,
l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet
équipement aux installations de télécommunications
locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité
aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas
empêcher la dégradation du service.

LifeBook B Series

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications
doivent être eVectuées par un service de maintenance
agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui
n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu PC Corp.,
ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la
compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
Le code d’arrangement de connexion de cet équipement
est CA11A.
Le numéro de charge est 0.2.
Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant
être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique,
utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute
surcharge. La terminaison d’une boucle peut être constituée de n’importe quelle combinaison de périphériques
de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les
périphériques n’excède pas 100.

AV E R T I S S E M E N T
Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier
que la prise de terre du service d’électricité, les lignes
télphoniques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont
connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS
tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais
doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut
être particulièrement important en régions rurales.

UL Notice (For Authorized Repair Technicians Only)
CAUTION
For continued protection against risk of fire, replace
only with the same type and rating fuse.

CAUTION
Danger of explosion if CMOS battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instruction.

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Fujitsu® LifeBook™ B Series Notebook

Table of Contents
SECTION ONE
PREFACE
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR LIFEBOOK

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Quick Point Pointing Device

Overview

Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Locating the Controls
and Connectors

Volume Control
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 23

LifeBook Application Panel
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Status Indicator Panel
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hard Drive or Removable
Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Keyboard
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION TWO

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PC Card Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Application Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 24
Using the E-mail Notification LED . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Pre-Installed Software
Learning About Your Application Software . . . .
PC Doctor™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LapLink® Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Microsoft® Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Microsoft Press Interactive Training . . . . . . . . . .
McAfee VirusScan® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adobe Acrobat® Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . .

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LifeBook B Series

SECTION THREE

PC Cards

GETTING STARTED

Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Power Sources

Memory Upgrade Module

Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 47
To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 48
Checking the Computer Recognition
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Display Panel
Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Starting Your LifeBook
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Booting the System with Windows® 98 . . . . . . .
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Power Management
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windows 98 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . .
Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION FOUR
USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Lithium Ion Battery
Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

External Floppy Disk Drive
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Port Replicator
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Device Ports
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION FIVE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . .
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION SIX
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DVD/CD-RW/CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION SEVEN
SPECIFICATIONS
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SECTION EIGHT
GLOSSARY
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

INDEX
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

LifeBook B Series

Preface

Section One

Preface
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Preface

Preface

WARNING
The warning icon highlights information that can be
hazardous to either you, your notebook, or your files.
Please read all warning information carefully.

ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The LifeBook B Series notebook from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by
an Intel® Celeron microprocessor, has a built-in color
touch screen display, a vast array of possible configurations, and brings the computing power of desktop
personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment.
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook
Series’ hardware and built-in system software. Your
notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.
It comes with Windows 98 Second Edition pre-installed.
The LifeBook B Series notebook is a completely selfcontained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD
display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to
support a variety of optional features.

FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION
Service and Support
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support the
following ways:
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Before you place the call, you should have the
following information ready so that the customer
support representative can provide you with the
fastest possible solution:
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Conventions Used in the Guide
Keyboard keys appear in brackets.
Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].

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Pages with additional information about a specific topic
are cross-referenced within the text.
Example: (See page xx.)
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold
Example: Click OK to restart your notebook.
DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type.
Example: Shutdown the computer?

POINT
The point icon highlights information that will enhance
your understanding of the subject material.

CAUTION
The caution icon highlights information that is
important to your safety, to the safe operation of your
computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read
all caution information carefully.

Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)
Fax: 1-901-259-5700
E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com

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Product name
Product configuration number
Product serial number
Purchase date
Conditions under which the problem occurred
Any error messages that have occurred
Hardware configuration
Type of device connected, if any

Fujitsu On-line
You can go directly to the on-line Fujitsu Product
catalog for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook
Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows
Start menu.
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support on-line
by clicking on the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site
URL link, located in the Service and Support Software
folder of the Windows Start menu.
POINT
You must have an active internet connection to
use the on-line URL links.

WARRANTY
Your notebook is backed by a one year International
Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical
support. Check the service kit that came with your
notebook for warranty terms and conditions.
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G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k

Section Two

Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Overview

Keyboard

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Valuable LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Locating the Controls
and Connectors

Quick Point Pointing Device

Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 23

Status Indicator Panel

LifeBook Application Panel

Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Hard Drive or Removable
Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PC Card Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Application Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 24
Using the E-mail Notification LED . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Volume Control

Pre-Installed Software
Learning About Your Application Software . . . . 27
PC Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
LapLink Professional. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Microsoft Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Microsoft Press Interactive Training . . . . . . . . . . 27
McAfee VirusScan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adobe Acrobat Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 27

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Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook B Series notebook

Overview
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu
LifeBook B Series notebook. We strongly recommend
that you read it before using your notebook – even if you
are already familiar with notebook computers.

Depending on your configuration these devices may also
come with your notebook:
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Modular USB Camera and software CD

Once you have checked and confirmed that your notebook system is complete, read through the following
pages to learn about all of your notebook’s components.

UNPACKING
When you receive your notebook, unpack it carefully,
and compare the parts you have received with the items
listed below.
For a Pre-configured model you should have:
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LifeBook B Series notebook from Fujitsu (Figure 2-1)
Lithium ion battery, pre-installed
AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
Port Replicator (Figure 2-3)
External Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4)
Phone/ Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
Recovery and Application Restore CD-ROMs
Getting Started Guide
User’s Guide
Product Registration card
Product Catalog
International Limited Warranty Brochure
Microsoft Windows Manual and
Certificate of Authenticity
First Cabin Registration card and envelope

Figure 2-2 AC Adapter

Figure 2-3 Port Replicator

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Figure 2-4 External Floppy Disk Drive

VALUABLE LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE
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The LifeBook B Series notebook is a compact, yet
powerful notebook computer available with a variety
of features, including: (See Specifications on page 79 for
more information)
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Latest high-speed Intel mobile processor
SDRAM system memory
Clear, bright TFT display
Lithium Ion battery
Built-in 6GB hard drive
NeoMagic NM2160 video, 2MB of video RAM
External monitor support with simultaneous
display capabilities
LifeBook Application Panel
Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with
V.90 support
Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) network
interface card with RJ-45 connector
Full audio and video features:
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64 voice wavetable
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Zoomed Video support for full motion
video acceleration
■ Built-in stereo speakers
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Built-in mono microphone
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Stereo headphone jack
■ Microphone jack

Microsoft Windows 98 operating system
Microsoft Works
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
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Netscape Communicator
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Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98
■ LapLink Professional
■ PC-Doctor
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McAfee VirusScan
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Adobe Acrobat Reader
■ LifeBook Application Panel
Internet Service Providers:
■ AOL
■
Compuserve™
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Earthlink
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LIFEBOOK FEATURES

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Combination PC card slot accommodates
1 Type II card
Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for
wireless data transfer
Integrated pointing device for superb cursor control
and comfort
Full-size 85-key keyboard with three dedicated
Windows keys
USB device support
wfm/DMI 2.0 compliant

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POINT
Some software may come separately on a CD and will
have to be installed.

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POPULAR ACCESSORIES
For ordering or additional information on
Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at
www.fujitsu-pc.com or call 1-800-733-0884.
Memory Upgrades
■ 32MB SDRAM
■ 64MB SDRAM
■ 128MB SDRAM
Docking/Expansions
■ Additional Port Replicator
■ Serial Port Adapter
Power
■ 2nd Lithium Ion battery
■ Battery Charger
■ Auto/Airline Adapter
■ AC Adapter

PC Cards
■ CardBus Ethernet 10/100
■ CreditCard Ethernet 10/100
■ 10/100+ Modem 56K
Additional Accessories
■ Wireless Keyboard and Mouse
■ Numeric Keypad
■ USB Camera
■ Presentation Audio system
■ TeleAdapt 16' TeleCord
■ IBM Modem Saver
■ Notebook Guardian Lock
■ Stylus Five Pack
Carrying Cases
■ Duo Carrying Case
■ Portfolio Case

Storage
■ External CD-ROM drive

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Touch Screen Stylus
Display Panel

Closed Cover Switch

Suspend/Resume Button
Built-in Microphone

Keyboard

Quick Point
Pointing Device

Status Indicator Panel

Display Panel Latch

LifeBook Application Panel

Figure 2-5 LifeBook B Series notebook with display open

Locating the Controls
and Connectors
TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your notebooks
top and front components.
Touch Screen Stylus
The stylus is used as the pointing device for the touch
screen. (Figure 2-5)
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back
lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-5)

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Suspend/Resume Button
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend
notebook activity without powering off, resume your
notebook from suspend mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from Windows 98.
(Figure 2-5) (See Suspend/Resume Button on page 36 for
more information)
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your notebook.
(Figure 2-5) (See Status Indicator Panel on page 16 for
more information)
Display Panel Latch
The display panel latch locks and releases the display
panel. (Figure 2-5)

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LifeBook Application Panel
The application panel allows you to launch applications
with the touch of a button when your system is on.
(Figure 2-5) (See LifeBook Application Panel on page 24
for more information)
Quick Point Pointing Device
The Quick Point pointing device is a mouse-like cursor
control with two buttons. (Figure 2-5) (See Quick Point
Pointing Device on page 20 for more information)

Keyboard
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows
keys. (Figure 2-5) (See Keyboard on page 18 for more
information)
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.
(Figure 2-5)
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics and Touch
Screen functionality. (Figure 2-5)

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DC Power Jack

LAN (RJ-45) Jack

Mini-Serial Port

Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack

PC Card Slot

Infrared Port

PC Card Eject/Lock Button

Figure 2-6 LifeBook B Series notebook left-side panel

LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebooks
left-side components.
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter
or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your notebook and charge the internal Lithium Ion Battery.
(Figure 2-6)
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack
The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching
a telephone line to the internal 56K modem. (Figure 2-6)
WARNING
The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital
PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a
Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the
internal modem or your entire notebook. Consult your
PBX manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some
hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out
BEFORE you connect your modem.

POINT
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum
speed is 33600bps at upload.

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POINT
The internal modem on all Fujitsu notebooks from
Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the
United States and Canada. The modem may not
be certified in other countries.

LAN (RJ-45) Jack
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection.
(Figure 2-6) (See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack on page 51 for
more information)
Mini-Serial Port
The mini-serial port is for connecting the optional
Mini-Serial Adapter, which allows you to use serial
devices without the Port Replicator. (Figure 2-6)
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device
without a cable. (Figure 2-6)
PC Card Slots
The PC Card Slots allow you to install one Type I or
Type II PC Card. (Figure 2-6) (See PC Cards on page 45
for more information)

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Volume Control

Microphone Jack

Headphone Jack

Power Switch

USB Port

External Monitor Port

Anti-theft Lock

Figure 2-7 LifeBook B Series notebook right-side panel

RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebooks
right-side components.

Power Switch
This switch is the main power switch for your notebook.
(Figure 2-7)

Volume Control
The volume control provides manual control of the
sound level of all audio output. (Figure 2-7) (See Volume
Control on page 23 for more information)

USB Port
The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus
devices. (Figure 2-7) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on
page 52 for more information)

Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-7) (See Headphone Jack on page 53 for more information)

External Monitor Port
The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. (Figure 2-7) (See
External Monitor Port on page 53 for more information)

Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. (Figure 2-7) (See Microphone Jack on
page 53 for more information)

Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional
physical lock down device. (Figure 2-7)

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Port Replicator Connector

Figure 2-8 LifeBook B Series notebook rear panel

REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebooks rear
panel components.
Port Replicator Connector
This connector allows you to connect the Port Replicator.
(Figure 2-8)

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Lithium Ion
Battery Bay

Memory Upgrade
Compartment
Speaker
Speaker
Main Unit and
Configuration
Label

Figure 2-9 LifeBook B Series notebook bottom panel

BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your notebooks
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.
(Figure 2-9) (See Lithium Ion Battery on page 41 for more
information)
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.
(Figure 2-9)

Main Unit and Configuration Label
The configuration label shows the model number and
other information about your notebook. In addition,
the configuration portion of the label has the serial
number and manufacturer information that you will
need to give your support representative. It identifies the
exact version of various components of your notebook.
(Figure 2-9)
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your notebook comes with high speed Synchronous
Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade
compartment allows you to expand the system memory
capacity of your notebook, hence improving overall
performance. (Figure 2-9) (See Memory Upgrade Module
on page 47 for more information)

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Power

Battery
Charging

AC Adapter

Battery
Level

Battery
Identifier

PC Card
Access
Hard Drive
Access

CapsLk
NumLk

ScrLk

Figure 2-10 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 2-10)

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR
The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook
is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline
adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different
states that can tell you what power source your notebook
is using.
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POWER INDICATOR
The Power indicator symbol states whether your
system is operational. It has several different states,
each of which tells you what mode your notebook is
in at that time.
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Steady On: This means that there is power to your
notebook and that it is ready for use.
Flashing: This means that your notebook is in
Suspend mode.
Steady Off: This means that your system is either in
Save-to-Disk mode, or that your notebook has been
turned off with the power switch.

If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator
symbol will remain on even if your notebook is shut off.
The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you
have either adapter connected and are shut down from
Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.

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On: This means that either of the adapters are
currently in use.
Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and
you do not have an adapter connected.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS
The Battery Level indicators state whether or not the
primary Lithium Ion battery is installed. In addition,
this symbol states how much charge is available within
each installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed
for a battery that is currently installed in your notebook.
(Figure 2-11)

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76%–100% Charging
76%–100%
51%–75%

HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE
MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your
internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is
being accessed.

26%–50%
11%–25%
Low Warning <11%

POINT
The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which
hard drive is being accessed.

Critical Low or
Dead Battery
Shorted Battery

Figure 2-11 Battery Level Indicator

CAUTION

PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR
The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your
notebook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will flash
if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is
no card installed. (See PC Cards on page 45 for more
information)

A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.

(Figure 2-11)

NUMLK INDICATOR
The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.

POINT
If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are
not connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery
Level indicators will also be off.

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 operates
whether the power switch is in the On or Off position,
and will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.
CAUTION
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme
temperatures can be permanently damaged.

POINT
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.

CAPSLOCK INDICATOR
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set
to type in all capital letters.

SCRLK INDICATOR
The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.

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Function Keys

Back
Space

Tab

Fn Key

Start Key

Start Key

Numeric Keypad

Application Key

Cursor Keys

Figure 2-12 Keyboard

Keyboard
USING THE KEYBOARD
Your Fujitsu 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. This section describes the
following keys. (Figure 2-12)
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Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows certain keys to
serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and
as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to toggle between the standard character and numerical keys
is controlled through the [NumLk] key.

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Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow
keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the
right, left, up, or down within windows, applications
and documents.

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Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12],
are used in conjunction with the [FN] key to produce
special actions that vary depending on what program
is running.

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Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows
operating system and function the same as the
onscreen Start menu button, or the right button on
your pointing device.

NUMERIC KEYPAD
Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as
both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys.
NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys.
Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way.
Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0
through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ),
multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal
points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function
keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the
front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions.
(Figure 2-12)
POINT
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.

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WINDOWS KEYS
Your notebook has three Windows keys, two Start keys
and an Application key. The two Start keys display the
Start menu. This button functions the same as your
onscreen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays
shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to
your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.) (Figure 2-12)

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). (Figure 2-12)

[FN] Key
The [FN] key provides extended functions for the
notebook and is always used in conjunction with
another key.
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[FN+F5]: Pressing [F5] while holding [FN] allows
you to toggle between video compensation and no
compensation. (Video compensation controls spacing
on the display. When it is enabled, displays with less
than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still
cover the entire screen.)

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[FN+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will lower the brightness of your display.

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[FN+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [FN]
will increase the brightness of the display.

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[FN+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [FN] allows
you to change your selection of where to send your
display video. Each time you press the combination
of keys you will step to the next choice. The choices,
in order, are: built-in display panel only, both built-in
display panel and external monitor or external monitor only.

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[FN+Suspend/Resume]: Pressing [Suspend/
Resume] while holding [FN] activates the Save-toDisk mode. (See Power Management on page 36 for
more information)

FUNCTION KEYS
Your 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 2-12)

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Left Button

Cursor

Right Button

Cursor Control
Figure 2-13 Quick Point pointing device

Quick Point
Pointing Device
The Quick Point is built into your Fujitsu LifeBook
notebook. It is used to control the movement of the
cursor to select items on your display panel. The Quick
Point is composed of a cursor control at the center of the
keyboard and two buttons on the palm rest of your notebook. The cursor control works the same way a mouse
ball does, and moves the cursor around the display. It
only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger,
and the more pressure you use, the faster the cursor will
move. The upper button functions the same as a left
mouse button while the lower button has the same function as a right mouse button. The actual functionality of
the buttons may vary depending on the application that
is being used. (Figure 2-13)
POINT
You have the option of using any two of the following
pointing devices at any given time; Quick Point, touch
screen or external PS/2 mouse. (See BIOS Setup Utility

on page 33 for more information)

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Clicking
Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To leftclick, move the cursor to the item you wish to select,
press the top button once, and then immediately release
it. To right-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to
select, press the bottom button once, and then immediately release it. (Figure 2-14)

Figure 2-14 Clicking

Double-Clicking
Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the top
button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does
not function with the right button. To double-click,
move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press
and release the top button twice. (Figure 2-15)

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Pointers: This tab lets you set up the scheme for
the cursor depending on its functionality.
Motion: This tab lets you set up a relation between
the speed of your finger motion and the speed of the
cursor. It also allows you to enable a Pointer Trail for
the cursor arrow.

TOUCH SCREEN
Figure 2-15 Double-clicking

CAUTION
If the interval between clicks is too long, the
double-click will not be executed.

The integrated Touch Screen allows you to use either the
included stylus, or your finger, as a pointing device. You
can use the stylus to click, double-click, drag items and
icons, or to draw like a pen or pencil in applications that
support this behavior, such as drawing or painting
programs. See the documentation that came with your
application for details. (Figure 2-17)

POINT
Parameters for the Quick Point can be adjusted from
the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the
Windows Control Panel.

Dragging
Dragging means pressing and holding the top button,
while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to
the item you wish to move. Press and hold the top
button while moving the item to its new location
and then release it.(Figure 2-16)
Figure 2-17 Using the Stylus with the Touch Screen

CAUTION
To avoid potential scratching and damage, never
use anything but the included stylus or your finger
with the Touch Screen.
Figure 2-16 Dragging

POINT
Quick Point Device Control Adjustment
The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize
your Quick Point with selections made from within the
Mouse Properties dialog box. There are three aspects of
Quick Point operation, which you can adjust:
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Buttons: This tab lets you set up the buttons for
right or left handed operation, in addition to
setting up the time interval allowed between
clicks in double-clicking.

To purchase additional or replacement styluses,
visit Fujitsu’s accessories web site at:
http://accessories.fujitsu.com.

Clicking
To left-click, touch the object you wish to select and then
lift the stylus tip immediately. The Touch Screen does
not support right-clicking. You also have the option to
perform the left-click operation by tapping lightly with
your finger on the Touch Screen once. (Figure 2-18)
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Figure 2-18 Clicking the Touch Screen

Figure 2-20 Dragging on the Touch Screen

Double-Clicking
To double-click, touch the item twice, and then immediately remove the stylus tip. You also have the option to
perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly
with your finger on the Touch Screen twice. (Figure 2-19)

Calibrating the Touch Screen
In order to ensure accurate tracking between the stylus
and cursor, you must run the Touch Screen Calibration
Utility before you use the Touch Screen for the first time,
or after you change the display resolution.
To run the calibration utility:

Figure 2-19 Double-clicking the Touch Screen

POINT
If the interval between clicks is too long, the
double-click will not be executed.

POINT
Parameters for the Touch Screen can be adjusted from
the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the
Windows Control Panel.

Dragging
Dragging means touching the screen with the stylus,
moving and then lifting the stylus. To drag, tap the
Touch Screen twice with your stylus over the item you
wish to move, making sure to leave your finger on the
screen after the final tap. Next, move the item to its new
location by moving the stylus across the screen, and then
lifting the stylus to release it. Dragging can also be done
using your fingertip(Figure 2-20)

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1. On the Start menu, point to Programs. Point
to Touchpanel Calibration Utility. This will
open the Compensation Tool.
2. Adjust the display of your notebook to a comfortable
angle and find the red + symbol in the upper-left
corner of the display.
3. Using the stylus, touch the screen near the + symbol
and without lifting the tip, move the stylus to the
center of the symbol. Once the stylus tip is in the
center of the symbol, lift it off the Touch Screen.
This will cause the red + to disappear from the
corner and reappear in a different place on
your screen.
4. Repeat step 3 until you have selected a total of nine
symbols. This is the minimum number of points
necessary to calibrate your touch screen.
5. Once you have selected the nine symbols, press the
[ENTER] key.
POINT
If you receive an error message at this point, you
selected fewer than nine symbols. Click OK and
begin again at Step 2.

6. Touch the stylus to various points on the screen to
verify that the screen is correctly calibrated. If you
are satisfied with the screen’s calibration, press the
[ENTER] key. If you are not satisfied, press the
[HOME] key to begin again at Step 2.

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Volume Control
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume
controls which interact with each other.
CAUTION
Any software that contains audio files will also contain
a volume control of its own. Both the main notebook
volume control and the software volume control will
interact with each other, but it should be noted that if
you set your software volume to Off, you will override
the main volume control setting and the software setting will control the maximum knob setting.

CONTROLLING THE VOLUME
There is the hardware volume control located on the
notebook itself, and the volume control set from within
the Volume Control on the Taskbar. In addition to those,
there are also application volume controls that are set
within each program individually.

Each source discussed above, puts an upper limit on the
volume level that must then be followed by the other
sources. For example:
■ Your hardware volume control is all the way down,
therefore your individual software application’s
volume control has no effect on the volume.
We recommend that you use the hardware volume
controls to set the upper limit for the sound level and
then make fine adjustments with the Volume Control
on the Taskbar and individual application software.

SETTING THE HARDWARE
VOLUME CONTROL
1. Turn the volume control knob to the right of your
notebook to increase the volume.
2. Turn the volume control knob to the left to decrease
the volume. (See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)

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Lock Button

Application A Button
Internet Button
E-mail Button

E-mail Notification LED

Figure 2-21 LifeBook B Series Security Application Panel

LifeBook Application Panel
A unique feature of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is
the Application Panel that allows you to launch applications with a touch of a button when your system is on.
(Figure 2-21)
Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that
let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application
Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu,
under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel.
They include: Application Panel Setup, Application Panel
Guide, Activate Panel, Deactivate Panel, CD Player and
E-mail LED setup. The LifeBook Application Panel system
makes your notebook more than just another
notebook computer.

APPLICATION PANEL BUTTONS
Application Launcher Buttons
Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined
application. Your notebook is pre-configured to launch
the following programs:
■ Application A - Microsoft Works
■ Internet - Internet Explorer 5.0
■ E-Mail - Netscape Messenger
E-mail Notification LED
By setting up the E-mail LED notification in conjunction
with your E-mail button setup, you can connect to your
ISP, check for and retrieve new mail, terminate connection, and activate the E-mail LED to notify that new mail
has arrived.

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POINT
E-mail Notification LED requires POP3 Server with no
Password Authentication to work.

CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK
APPLICATION PANEL
When you start Windows 98, the LifeBook Application
Panel is automatically activated. An icon resembling a
finger pressing a button will appear on the system tray
(the indented portion of the status bar where the clock is
displayed). When you see this icon you will know that
LifeBook Application Panel is active.
As an application launcher, the LifeBook Application
Panel is very flexible, giving you a variety of options.
To set up the Panel to best suit your needs, we have
provided the Application Panel Setup, utility that
quickly and easily helps you make the most of this
valuable feature.
To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with
Application Panel Setup:
1. Click on Start.
2. Click on Programs.
3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.
4. Click on Application Panel Setup.
The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There
are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on
the LifeBook Application Panel.

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POINT
The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the
same order as the buttons on your LifeBook, please
select the tab you wish to change carefully.

To change an application associated with the Application
buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to
reconfigure – for example, Application 1. Click on
Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applications, click on the application you wish to launch with
this button, and then click OK. The button will now
launch the new application.
The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your
Windows 98 default Internet browser, (Internet
Explorer, unless you have changed this in Windows 98.)
In order to reconfigure it to launch another program
follow these easy steps:
1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box.
2. Click on Browse from Start Menu.
3. Scroll down the list of applications, and the 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 98 default
Internet browser with this button, you need only click
on “Default Internet Browser” from the Internet browser
box. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the
“other application”. If you wish to go back to launching
the “other application” from this button, you will need
to reconfigure it as described above.
POINT
The Internet or E-mail buttons can be configured to
launch any application you wish, not just an Internet
browser or e-mail program.

POINT
If you choose to have the buttons work when the notebook is in standby or pseudo-off, they will function
even if hit accidentally, and will turn on your notebook
even if you are not present or using your notebook.
This could deplete your battery, and you will need to
recharge it before using the notebook. As a precaution,
move the selector switch to the Lock position when you
are away from your notebook.

When you have finished with Application Panel Setup
click on OK, and the new settings will take effect. You
can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as
often as you like.

USING THE E-MAIL NOTIFICATION LED:
POINT
To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have
access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password
Authentication. Contact your service provider to
determine if they support POP3 without Security
Password Authentication.

To configure the E-mail Notification LED:
1. Click on Start.
2. Click on Programs.
3. Click on LifeBook Application Panel.
4. Click on E-mail LED Setup.
5. The E-mail LED Setup screen will appear. Choose
the type of connection: LAN or Dial up. If LAN:
Click on LAN. Enter the POP3 Server name, your
account name and password for that account.
Consult your Service provider if you do not know or
are unsure of the information requested. If Dial Up:
Click on Dial Up. Choose the Dial up configuration
(as previously set in Dial Up Networking) you wish
to retrieve mail from. Enter the POP3 Server name,
your account name and password for that account.
The account name and password should be the
same information you entered in the Dial UP
configuration. After all the information has been
entered, test the connection by clicking on “Testing
connection with current setting”. If an error occurs,
check the settings and information on Dial Up
Network and E-mail LED notification.
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Configure the E-mail button (see Configuring Your
LifeBook Application Panel) to launch the mail software
you want to use, i.e. Outlook Express, Netscape
Messenger, etc. You can also adjust the LED blinking
time. The default setting is for 60 seconds after mail
has been retrieved.
After the setup (Dial Up Networking/E-mail/E-mail
LED) is completed, you are ready to retrieve mail. When
you press the E-mail button, your system will establish
connection with your provider, check for and retrieve
new mails, terminate the connection, and activate the
blinking LED to alert you of new mail.

Deactivating and Activating the
LifeBook Application Panel
To deactivate the LifeBook Application Panel, follow
these easy steps:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Click on Start.
Click on Programs.
Click on LifeBook Application Panel.
Click on Deactivate Panel.

To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for
step 4. Click on Activate Panel instead.
POINT
Every time you start Windows 98 the LifeBook Application Panel is activated. Even if you deactivated it before
you shut down.

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Pre-Installed Software
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with
pre-installed software for playing audio and video files
of various formats. In addition there is file transfer
software, virus protection software and Power
Management software.

LEARNING ABOUT YOUR
APPLICATION SOFTWARE
Tutorials
All operating systems and most application software
have tutorials built-into them upon installation. We
highly recommend that you step through the tutorial
before you use an application.
Manuals
Included with your notebook you will find manuals for
your installed operating system and other pre-installed
software. Any manuals that are not included, are available online through the help system of the software. We
recommend that you review these manuals for general
information on the use of these applications.

PC DOCTOR
PC Doctor by Watergate Software is primarily for use
by your support representative when assisting you
with troubleshooting.

LAPLINK PROFESSIONAL
LapLink Professional by Traveling Software®, allows
you to transfer files directly to other computers via an
internal modem, a PC Card modem, the infrared port,
the USB port, or a serial or parallel cable (cables not
included). (See your LapLink online help for proper
operating procedures)

MICROSOFT WORKS
Microsoft Works is a suite of software containing the
basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and
friends address books, manage home finances, and
create a home inventory.

MICROSOFT PRESS INTERACTIVE TRAINING
Microsoft Press Interactive Training is for users
unfamiliar with Windows 98, this tutorial will help
you get the most out of your operating system.

MCAFEE VIRUSSCAN
VirusScan, by McAfee, is an antivirus program that can
be run after loading data or programs onto your notebook. It assist in the protection of the data currently
residing on your hard disk from contamination and
destruction. (See your VirusScan online help or
manual for more information on how and when
to run this program)

ADOBE ACROBAT READER
The Adobe Acrobat Reader, located in the Service and
Support Software folder, allows you to view, navigate,
and print PDF files from across all of the major
computing platforms.

LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL SOFTWARE
Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that
let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application
Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu,
under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel.
They include a CD Player, Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel and Deactivate Panel.

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Section Three

Getting Started
Power Sources

Power Management

Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Suspend Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Windows 98 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Restarting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Display Panel
Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Starting Your LifeBook
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Booting the System with Windows 98 . . . . . . . . 34
Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

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DC Output Cable

DC Power Jack

AC Adapter

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.
Connecting the AC Adapter
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack
of your notebook.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.
(Figure 3-1)

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack
on your notebook.
2. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette
lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in
the On or Accessories position.
OR
3. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power
jack on an airplane seat.
Switching from AC Adapter Power or the
Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power
1. Be sure that you have at least one charged
battery installed.
2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.
CAUTION
The Lithium Ion battery is not charged upon purchase.
Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter
or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your notebook.

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Display Panel Latch

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 activematrix technology.

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL
1. Press the Display Panel latch. This releases the
locking mechanism and raises the display slightly.
2. Lift the display backwards, being careful not to
touch the screen, until it is at a comfortable
viewing angle. (Figure 3-2)

ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS
Once you have turned on your notebook, you may want
to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more
comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust
the brightness, keyboard and power management utility.
Keyboard
Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the
setting only temporarily.
■

[FN+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the
brightness of your display.

■

[FN+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the
brightness of the display.

POINT
If using AC power your brightness setting is set to it’s
highest level by default. If using battery power your
brightness settings is set to it’s lowest level by default.

Power Management Utility
Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management
changes the setting permanently.
1. Double-click the Battery Icon in the lower right
corner of your display. This will open the PMSet 98
Properties dialog box.
2. Select the Power Control tab and adjust your
LCD Backlighting to the desired level.
3. Click OK or Apply to permanently change
the settings.
You may need to readjust the brightness level periodically depending on your operating environment.
POINT
The higher the brightness level, the more power the
notebook will consume and the faster your batteries
will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure
that the brightness is set as low as possible.

CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL
1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward
until it is flush with the body of your notebook.
2. Push down until you hear a click. This will
engage the locking mechanism and prevent
your display panel from opening unexpectedly.

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Starting Your LifeBook

CAUTION
Never turn off your notebook during the Power On
Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error message to
be displayed when you turn your notebook on the next
time. (See Power On Self Test Messages on page 66 for

POWER ON
Power Switch
The power switch is used to turn on your notebook from
its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter
or charged the internal Lithium Ion Battery, you can
power on your notebook.
(See figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)
CAUTION
When you turn on your notebook be sure you have a
power source. This means that at least one battery is
installed and charged, or that the AC or Auto/Airline
adapter is connected and has power.

Facing the rear of you notebook, move the power switch
to the right, this is the On position. The power switch
moved to the left is the Off position. When you are done
working you can either leave your notebook in Suspend
mode, (See Suspend Mode on page 36 for more information), or you can turn it off. (See Power Off on page 38 for
more information)

more information)

BOOT SEQUENCE
The procedure for starting-up your Fujitsu LifeBook
notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves
your notebook’s BIOS. When your notebook is first
turned on, the main system memory is empty, and it
needs to find instructions to start up your 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 notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including
a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is
completed without a failure and without a request for
the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating
system’s opening screen.
The boot sequence is executed when:
■
■

CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook around with the power on
or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging
your notebook.

When you Power On your notebook, it will perform a
Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and
configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found,
your notebook will emit an audio warning and/or an
error message will be displayed. (See Power On Self Test
Messages on page 66 for more information) Depending on
the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by
starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS
setup utility and revising the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test
(POST), your notebook will load your operating system.

■

■

You turn on the power to your notebook.
You restart your notebook from the Windows
Shut Down dialog box.
The software initiates a system restart. Example:
When you install a new application.
You reset the system by pressing the three keys
[CTRL+ALT+DEL].

BIOS SETUP UTILITY
The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the
operating environment for your notebook. Your BIOS
is set at the factory for normal operating conditions,
therefore there is no need to set or change the BIOS’
environment to operate your notebook.
The BIOS Setup Utility configures:
■

■

Device control feature parameters, such as changing
I/O addresses and boot devices.
System Data Security feature parameters, such
as passwords.

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Entering the BIOS Setup Utility
To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:
1. Turn on or restart your 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.
3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key
to scroll through the other setup menus to review or
alter the current settings.
BIOS Guide
A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online.
Please visit our service and support Web site at
www.8fujitsu.com. Once there, click on the Self Help
Center link, and select your notebook series from the
pull-down menu. Once you have done that, select the
heading BIOS Guides from the pull-down menu and
finally, select your specific unit’s BIOS number. If you
are unsure of your notebook’s BIOS number, please
refer to your packing slip.
POINT
If your data security settings require it, you may be
asked for a password before the BIOS main menu
will appear.

BOOTING THE SYSTEM WITH WINDOWS 98
We strongly recommend that you not attach any external
devices and do not put a DVD/CD or floppy disk in
any drive until you have gone through the initial power
on sequence.
When you turn on your notebook for the first time,
it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do
nothing the system will read the hard drive for the
operating system software, flash the notebook configuration information on the screen, and then the Windows
98 Welcome will begin.
Designed to accommodate the needs of many users,
in many different countries, Windows 98 needs to be
configured the first time you use it. Windows 98
has three parts:

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■

■

Getting Started: You have the opportunity to enter
custom information for your configuration file and
setup your modem so that your notebook will be
prepared to dial out.
Registration: Easy online registration for Windows
98 with Microsoft, and for your LifeBook Series
notebook with Fujitsu PC Corporation.
Windows License Agreement and Final Settings:
You have the opportunity to review the Windows 98
License Agreement and then your configuration file
will be generated.
POINT
You may click Cancel at any time within this process to
shutdown Windows 98. You may restart this process at
any time in the future, but you must complete it in
order to use your computer.

Getting Started
Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill
in the information as directed. You will be asked for such
items as the language you wish to use, the country in
which you live, your first and last name, and about
how you dial out from where you will be using your
notebook. For the modem settings, enter your current
location information where you will be using your
notebook. If you are not connected to a phone line
and plan to register at a later time, you may click the
Skip button, and you will go directly to the condition
of use page.
Once you have setup your notebook to dial out,
Windows 98 will make a free telephone call which will
test these settings. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be
returned to the phone settings page where you may try
to fix them. If you are unable to fix the settings please
contact Fujitsu PC Service and Support. (See Fujitsu PC
Contact Information on page 3 for more information) If
you would simply like to move on, and register at a later
time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go
directly to the Condition of Use page.
Registration
If your connection is successful, you will go to the
Registration Confirmation page. On this page simply
enter the requested information, and then check the
box at the bottom to register your copy of Windows 98
with Microsoft. Once you have finished, click the Next
button to continue.

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POINT

POINT

If you do not register at this time you can do it later
simply by double-clicking on the LifeBook Registration
icon on your desktop and following the instructions.

You will then go through the Fujitsu registration process.
Follow the instructions on the screens, and enter all of
the necessary information. Be as specific as possible so
that if you need help the service and support team will
be able to serve you better.
Final Settings
The first part of your final settings is the Windows End
User License Agreement. Read the agreement carefully.
When you finish reading you must accept or reject the
terms of the agreement and then click on the Next button.
POINT
If you reject the terms of the license agreement you
will be asked to review the license agreement for
information on returning Windows 98 or to shut
down you notebook.

Next, you will need to enter your Windows Product Key.
The Product Key is located on the Windows 98 Certificate of Authenticity with the Windows 98 User’s manual.
On the certificate you will find a bar-code with a number
above it. This is your product key and the number you
need to enter on the Product Key screen. When you
have entered the number exactly as shown click on the
Next button.

You will find a Recovery CD packet included with
your notebook. Please store the packet in a safe
place in case there is a loss of data, and it becomes
necessary to re-install your operating system and/or
application programs. (See Recovery CD-ROM on

page 69 for more information)

REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK
What are the benefits of registering?
You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook,
which, if your LifeBook is ever lost, may help in getting
it returned to you. You also receive priority Personal
Identification Number (PIN) technical support access
and useful product mailings. Proof of purchase is not
required if you register within 30 days of your purchase.
How do I register?
With Windows 98, it is a part of the Windows 98
Welcome process. If you do not register during
the Welcome process you can double-click on the
LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and
then follow the instructions.
POINT
Make sure you have connected a phone line to your
modem before you use E-Registration.

You may also complete the pre-printed registration form
and either:
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■

POINT
You cannot use your notebook until you have accepted
the License Agreement and entered your product key. If
you stop the process your notebook will return to the
beginning of the Windows 98 Welcome Process, even if
you shut your LifeBook down and start it up again.

■

Fax to 1-949-450-9140
Mail to:
Fujitsu PC Corporation
15355 Barranca Pkwy
Irvine, CA 92618-9520
Call: 1-800-8fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)

You may also register on our Web site:
■

www.8fujitsu.com. You will need to be set up with an
Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option.
POINT
You can register your LifeBook notebook with any
operating system via mail, telephone or fax.

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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. However, others
depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness.
Internal power management for your notebook may be
controlled from settings made in your operating system,
pre-bundled power management application, or from
settings made in BIOS setup utility.
Besides the options available for conserving battery
power, there are also some things that you can do to
prevent your battery from running down as quickly.
For example, you can create an appropriate power saving
profile, put your notebook into Suspend mode when it
is not performing an operation, and you can limit the
use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery
powered computers, there is a trade-off between
performance and power savings.

SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON
When your notebook is active, the Suspend/Resume
button can be used to manually put your notebook
into Suspend mode. Push the Suspend/Resume button
when your notebook is active, but not actively accessing
anything, and immediately release the button. You will
hear two short beeps and your system will enter
Suspend mode. (See figure 2-5 on page 10 for location)
If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Suspend/
Resume button will return your notebook to active
operation. You can tell whether or not your system
is in Suspend mode by looking at the Power indicator.
(See Power Indicator on page 16 for more information) If
the indicator is visible and not flashing, your notebook is
fully operational. If the indicator is both visible and
flashing, your notebook is in Suspend mode. If the indicator is not visible at all, the power is off or your notebook is in Save-to-Disk mode. (See Save-to-Disk Mode)

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SUSPEND MODE
Suspend or Standby mode in Windows 98 saves the
contents of your notebook’s system memory during
periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical
parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the display, the
hard drive, and all of the other internal components
except those necessary to maintain system memory
and allow for restarting. Your notebook can be put in
Suspend mode by:
■

■
■
■

Pressing the Suspend/Resume button when your
system is turned on.
Selecting Standby from the Windows Shut Down menu.
Timing out from lack of activity.
Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery
Warning condition.

Your notebook’s system memory typically stores the
file(s) on which you are working, open application(s)
information, and any other data required to support the
operation(s) in progress. When you resume operation
from Suspend mode, your notebook will return to the
point where it left off. You must use the Suspend/Resume
button to resume operation, and there must be an
adequate power source available, or your notebook
will not resume.

CAUTION
If you are running your notebook on battery power,
be aware that the battery continues to discharge while
your notebook is in Suspend mode, though not as fast
as when fully operational.

SAVE-TO-DISK MODE
The Save-to-Disk mode saves the contents of your
notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a
part of the Suspend/Resume mode. Your notebook
is pre-configured to perform this function. The
Save-to-Disk mode can also be configured through the
system BIOS to run in other ways depending on what
you need to accomplish. (See BIOS Setup Utility on
page 33 for more information)

Getting Started

Default Methods for using Save-to-Disk Mode:
1. Press the [FN] button together with the Suspend/
Resume button. This will open a Save-to-Disk dialog
box and begin the process.
Customer configured BIOS methods for using
Save-to-Disk Mode:
1. Click on the Start button, click Shut Down and
then Standby. Prior to that you should enable
Save-to-Disk in the BIOS setup utility.
OR
2. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power
dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then press the
Suspend/Resume button to execute this command
under DOS or Windows 98.
OR
3. Enable Save-To-Disk mode from within the Power
dialog box of the BIOS setup utility, then allow the
notebook to time out from lack of activity.
POINT
Disabling the Suspend/Resume button prevents it
from being used to put your notebook in Suspend
or Save-to-Disk mode. The resume function of the
button cannot be disabled.

CAUTION
The Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode should not be used
with certain PC Cards. Check your PC Card documentation for more information.

POINT
When PC Cards or external devices are in use, Saveto-Disk mode cannot return to the exact state prior
to suspension, because all of the peripheral devices
will be re-initialized when the system restarts.

POINT
The main advantage of using the Save-to-Disk function
is that power is not required to maintain your data. This
is particularly important if you will be leaving your notebook in a suspended state for a prolonged period of
time. The drawback of using Save-to-Disk mode is that
it lengthens the power down and power up sequences
and resets peripheral devices.

POINT
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 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 activate
Save-to-Disk mode and it will not work. Use the
PHDISK Utility to increase the size of the Save-to-Disk
file, SAVE2DSK.BIN. You can download the Save-toDisk File Allocation information from our Web site at
www.8fujitsu.com. If you need help, contact your
support representative for recommendations.

IDLE MODE
POINT
If your notebook is actively accessing information when
you enter the Suspend or Save-to-Disk mode, changes
to open files are not lost. The files are left open and
memory is kept active during Suspend mode or the
memory is transferred to the internal hard drive during
Save-to-Disk mode.

Idle mode is one of the power management parameters.
When Idle mode is enabled, the CPU is put into lowspeed operation when there is no activity (keystroke,
pointer action, sound generation, video display change,
modem transmission or reception, etc.) on your notebook for 16 seconds. Any activity will cause the normal
operation to restart automatically. This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume modes.

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STANDBY MODE

RESTARTING THE SYSTEM

Standby mode is one of the power management parameters. When Standby mode is activated, your notebook
puts the CPU in low-speed operation, shuts off the
display and turns off the hard drive when there is no
activity (keystroke, pointer action, sound generation,
video display change, modem transmission or reception,
etc.) on your notebook for the user selected time-out
period. Any activity will cause your notebook to return
to normal operation automatically. This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume button.

If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure
that you use the following procedure.

DISPLAY TIMEOUT
The Video Timeout is one of the power management
parameters. This feature saves power by turning off the
display if there is no keyboard or pointer activity for the
user selected timeout period. Any keyboard or pointer
activity will cause the display to restart automatically.
This feature is independent of the Suspend/Resume
button and can be enabled and disabled in Windows and
BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for
more information)

HARD DISK TIMEOUT
The Hard Disk Timeout is another one of the power
management parameters. This feature saves power by
turning off the hard drive if there is no hard drive
activity for the user selected timeout period. Any
attempt to access the hard drive will cause it to restart
automatically. This feature is independent of the
Suspend/Resume button and can be enabled and
disabled in Windows and BIOS setup utility. (See BIOS
Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

WINDOWS 98 POWER MANAGEMENT
Power Management
The Power Management icon located in the Windows 98
Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power
management settings. For example, you can use the
Power Management to set the timeout values for turning
off the display and hard disks whether you are running
the notebook on battery power or one of the adapters.
(See Pre-Installed Software on page 27 for more information) The settings may also be changed in the BIOS. (See
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.
2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows
Shut Down dialog box.
3. Click OK to restart your notebook. Your notebook
will shut down and then reboot.
CAUTION
Turning off your notebook without exiting Windows
or turning on your notebook within 10 seconds of the
notebook being shut off may cause an error when you
start the next time.

POWER OFF
Before turning off the power by choosing Shut Down
from the Windows 98 Start menu, check that the Hard
Drive, PC Card and the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicators are all Off. (See figure 2-5 on page 10) If you turn off
the power while accessing a disk or PC Card there is a risk
of data loss. To assure that your notebook shuts down
without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.
CAUTION
Never turn your notebook off while an application is
running. Be sure to close all files, exit all applications,
and shut down your operating system prior to turning
off the power with the power switch. If files are open
when you turn the power off, you will lose any changes
that have not been saved, and may cause disk errors.

Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows,
allows your notebook to complete its operations and turn
off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The
proper sequence is:
1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down.
2. Select the Shut Down option from within the
Windows Shut Down dialog box.
3. Click OK to shutdown your notebook.
4. Move the power switch to the off position.
If you are going to store your notebook for a month or
more see Care and Maintenance Section.

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Section Four

User Installable Features
Lithium Ion Battery

Port Replicator

Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

External Floppy Disk Drive
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

PC Cards
Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Memory Upgrade Module
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 47
To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 48
Checking the Computer Recognition
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Device Ports
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

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Lithium Ion Battery
Your Fujitsu 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.
The Lithium Ion battery operating time may become
shorter if it is used under the following conditions:
■

■

When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of
5˚C or a high of 35˚C. Extreme temperatures not
only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause
battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the
Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to
charge a battery that is outside its operating temperature range. (See Battery Charging Indicators on
page 17 for more information)
When using a high current device such as a modem,
DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, or the hard drive, using
the AC adapter will conserve your battery life.
CAUTION
Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness,
applications, features, power management settings,
battery condition and other customer preferences.
DVD drive, CD-RW Drive, CD-ROM drive or hard drive
usage may also have a significant impact on battery life.
The battery charging capacity is reduced as the battery
ages. If your battery is running low quickly, you should
replace it with a new one.

CAUTION
Do not leave a faulty battery in your notebook. It
may damage your AC adapter, optional Auto/Airline
adapter, another battery or your notebook itself. It may
also prevent operation of your notebook by draining all
available current into the bad battery.

CAUTION
Under federal, state, or local law it may be illegal to dispose of batteries by putting them in the trash. Please
take care of our environment and dispose of batteries
properly. Check with your local government authority
for details regarding recycling or disposing of old batteries. If you cannot find this information elsewhere,
contact your support representative at 1-800-8FUJITSU
(1-800-838-5487).

RECHARGING THE BATTERIES
If you want to know the condition of the primary
Lithium Ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator
located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator
changes as the battery level changes.
The Lithium Ion battery is recharged internally using
the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge the
battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged
is installed in your notebook and connect the AC or
Auto/Airline adapter.
POINT
Make sure that the Battery Charging indicator and the
percentage charge is shown inside the Battery Level icon
on the Status Indicator Panel.

There is no memory effect on the Lithium Ion battery
therefore you do not need to discharge the battery
completely before recharging. The charge times will be
significantly longer if your notebook is in use while the
battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery
more quickly, put your notebook into Suspend mode,
or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery.
(See Power Management on page 36 for more information)
CAUTION
Using heavy current devices such as Modem or
frequent DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM accesses may
prevent charging completely.

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Low Battery State
When the battery is running low, your notebook will
beep every 15 seconds and the Battery Level indicator
will flash. If you do not respond to the low battery alarm,
the batteries will continue to discharge until they are
too low to operate. When this happens there will be a
multiple beep alarm and the Battery Level indicator will
show a dead battery. Your notebook will then go into
Suspend mode to try and protect your data for as long
as possible. There is no guarantee that your data will not
be lost once the notebook reaches this point.
CAUTION
You may not be able to hear the audio alarm if the volume control is set too low or is turned off by either the
hardware or software. However, you will still be able to
see the Battery Level indicator flash. Once the low battery alarm occurs you need to save all your active data
and put your notebook into Suspend mode until you
can provide a new power source. You should provide
a charged battery, an AC power adapter, or Auto/
Airline as soon as possible.

CAUTION
When you are in Suspend mode there must always be at
least one power source active. If you turn off the power
with the power switch, or remove all power sources
while your notebook is in Suspend mode, any data that
has not been saved to the hard drive will be lost.

Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indicator 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
battery. Once you have provided power, you will need to
press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation.
In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data can be
maintained for some time, but if a power source is not
provided promptly, the Power indicator will stop
flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data
that was not stored. Once you provide power, you can
continue to use your notebook while an adapter is
charging the battery.

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Shorted Batteries
The Status Indicator panel uses a symbol inside the
battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display
the operating level available in that battery. (See figure 211 on page 17) If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it
means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced
so it does not damage any other parts of your notebook.

REPLACING THE BATTERY
With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have
a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not
charged. There are two ways to swap batteries, coldswapping and warm-swapping:
Cold-swapping Batteries
To cold-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)
1. Have a charged battery ready to install.
2. Shut down your notebook and disconnect
the AC adapter.
3. Pull back on the Battery Bay release latches and lift
the Battery away from the battery bay.
4. Remove the battery from the bay.
5. Slide the new battery into the bay at an angle.
6. Lay the battery down into the battery bay until it
clicks into place.
7. Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.
Battery Bay
Release Latch

Battery

Figure 4-1 Replacing the Battery

User Installable Features

Warm-swapping Batteries
To warm-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these
easy steps: (Figure 4-1)
1. Close any open files.
2. Put your notebook into suspend mode
3. Pull back on the Battery Bay release latches and lift
the Battery away from the battery bay.
4. Remove the battery from the bay.
5. Slide the new battery into the bay at an angle.
6. Lay the battery down into the battery bay until it
clicks into place.
7. Press the Suspend/Resume button to return your
notebook to normal operation. You can now access
and use the device.
Your notebook will automatically detect the new device
and activate it within your system. The drive letters
associated with the device will be created and listed
under My Computer and Windows Explorer.

CAUTION
If the Lithium Ion battery connector is not fully seated,
you may not be able to use your notebook or charge
your battery.

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Eject Button

Figure 4-2 Loading/Ejecting a 3.5” Floppy Disk

External Floppy Disk Drive
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an external floppy
disk drive which can read and write information on
removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks.

LOADING A DISK
To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps:
1. Orient the disk so that its label is facing upwards
and the shutter side is pointing towards the drive.
(Figure 4-2)
2. Push the disk into the drive until the Eject button
pops out and you hear a click.

PREPARING A DISK FOR USE
Before you can use a new disk, it needs to be prepared
so your notebook knows where to store information.
This preparation is called formatting or initializing a
disk. You will need to format new disks, unless they are
preformatted. (Please refer to your operating system
manual for step-by-step instructions on formatting a disk)
To prevent accidental erasure of the data stored on a disk,
slide the “write protect” tab until a small hole is exposed.
This sets the disk into a protected state where nothing can
be added or removed. If you want to add or remove data on
a protected disk, slide the “write protect” tab to close the
small hole. (Figure 4-3)

POINT

Write Enabled

When there is no disk in the drive, the Eject button is
flush with your notebook.

EJECTING A DISK
To eject a disk from the disk drive, follow these easy steps:
1. Check that the Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator
is inactive.
2. Press the Eject button. This will push your disk
partially out of the drive.
3. Remove the disk.

Write Protected

Figure 4-3 Floppy Disk Write Protect

CAUTION
CAUTION
If you eject the disk while the Floppy Disk Drive Access
indicator is active, there is a risk of damaging the data
on the disk, the disk itself or even the disk drive.

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Formatting a floppy disk that already contains data will
erase all of the information on the disk.

User Installable Features

PC Card Slot

PC Card

Eject Button

Figure 4-4 Installing/Removing PC Cards

PC Cards
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type II PC
Cards, which can perform a variety of functions.
Some available PC Cards:
■
■
■
■
■
■

Zoomed Video cards.
Fax/data modem cards.
Local area network (LAN) cards.
IDE solid-state disk cards.
SCSI cards.
Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or
CardBus standards.

For further information, refer to the instructions
supplied with your PC Card.

INSTALLING PC CARDS
PC Cards are installed in the PC Card slot. To install a
PC Card, follow these easy steps: (Figure 4-4)
WARNING

WARNING
Do not insert a PC Card into a slot if there is water or
any other substance on the card as you may permanently damage the card, your notebook, or both.

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions
on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards
may require your notebook to be Off while
installing them.
2. Make sure there is no PC Card currently in the slot.
If there is, see Removing PC Cards.
3. Insert your PC Card into the slot, with the product
label facing up.
4. Push the card into the slot firmly until it is seated in
the opening. You will hear a click and the Eject
button will pop away from your notebook.
5. Flip the Eject button towards the front of
your notebook.
6. Lock the PC Card into the slot by sliding the
Lock button toward the front of your notebook.

Installing or removing a PC Card during your notebook’s shutdown or bootup process may damage the
card and/or your notebook.

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REMOVING PC CARDS
To remove a PC Card, follow these easy steps:
CAUTION
Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards
that must be followed before removing a card.
(Please review your operating system manual for
the correct procedure)

2. Unlock the PC Card from the slot by sliding the
Lock button toward the rear of your notebook.
3. Flip the Eject button towards the rear of your notebook until it is fully extended, and then push it in
until it is flush with the notebook. This will push the
PC Card slightly out of the slot allowing you to
remove the card.
CAUTION

1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions
on removing your card. Some PC Cards may require
your notebook to be in Suspend Mode or Off while
removing them.
POINT
If the dialog box states that the device cannot be
removed, you must save all of your open files, close
any open applications and shutdown your notebook.
Once your notebook has been shutdown, you must
turn Off the power using the power switch.

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If the PC Card has an external connector and cable, do
not pull the cable when removing the card.

User Installable Features

Memory Upgrade
Module
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook may be configured with
up to 192MB maximum high speed Synchronous
Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase
your notebook’s memory capacity, you can replace the
original memory module with a higher capacity module.
The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM)
SDRAM module, however it can be any capacity.
CAUTION
Do not remove any screws from the memory upgrade
module compartment, except the ones specifically
shown in the directions for installing and removing
the memory upgrade module.

CAUTION
The memory upgrade module can be severely damaged
by electro-static discharge (ESD). Be sure you are properly grounded when handling and installing the module.

6. Remove the memory upgrade module from the
static guarded sleeve.
7. Align the memory upgrade module with the part
side up. Align the connector edge of the memory
upgrade module with the connector slot in the
compartment. The connector will be pointing
toward the rear of the notebook.
8. Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle.
Press the connector edge of the module firmly down
and into the connector until it lodges under the
retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place. (Figure 4-6)

INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE
1. Turn off power to your notebook using the power
switch, and remove any power adapter
(AC or auto/airline).
2. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.
3. Turn the notebook bottom side up, with the front
panel toward you.
4. Remove the screws of the memory upgrade module
compartment. (Figure 4-5)
5. Remove the cover.

Figure 4-6 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module

9. Replace the cover.
10. Replace the screws.
POINT
The memory upgrade module is not something you
routinely remove from your notebook. Once it is
installed, you can leave it in place unless you want
to change system memory capacity.
Figure 4-5 Opening the Memory Upgrade Compartment

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TO REMOVE A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE
1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory
Upgrade Module.
2. Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the
memory upgrade module at the same time.
3. While holding the clips out, remove the module
from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the
rear of your notebook. (Figure 4-7)

CHECKING THE COMPUTER RECOGNITION
OF NEW MEMORY CAPACITY
Once you have changed the system memory capacity
by either adding or removing a memory upgrade
module, be sure to check that your notebook has
recognized the change.
You can check the memory capacity by looking at the
main menu of the BIOS setup:
1. Turn on the power to your notebook using the
power switch.
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 33 for more information)

Figure 4-7 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module

4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static
guarded sleeve.
5. Replace the cover by following steps 9 and 10 of
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.
POINT
After installing your added memory module, you must
complete the Resetting the Save-to-Disk Parameters
procedure in order for the Save-to-Disk mode to operate properly on your LifeBook. (See Save-to-Disk Mode

on page 36 for more information)

The System Memory and the Extended Memory capacity,
as detected by your notebook during the Power On Self
Test (POST), are displayed at the bottom of the main
menu screen. The chart below shows you the possible
displays that can be shown on the main menu screen.
POINT
If the total memory displayed is incorrect, check that
your memory upgrade module is properly installed. If the
module is properly installed and the capacity is still not
correctly recognized, see the Troubleshooting section.

(See Troubleshooting on page 57 for more information)

Installed
Slot 1
32MB
64MB
128MB

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Total RAM
Installed
96MB
128MB
192MB

Displayed
System
Memory
640K
640K
640K

Extended
Memory
95MB
127MB
191MB

User Installable Features

Attachment Knob

PS/2 Mouse Port
Attachment Knob
PS/2 Keyboard Port

Serial Port

Parallel Port

External Floppy Disk Drive Port

Figure 4-8 Port Replicator rear panel

Port Replicator
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a Port
Replicator. The Port Replicator extends the functionality
of your notebook by providing ports to connect PS/2
devices, a parallel device, a serial device, and an external
floppy disk drive. The Port Replicator connects to the
rear panel of your notebook. (See Device Ports on page 51
for more information)

REAR PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your Port Replicator’s
rear panel components.
Attachment Knobs
The Attachment knobs allow you to connect the Port
Replicator securely to your notebook. (Figure 4-8)

PS/2 Mouse Port
The PS/2 mouse port allows you to connect an external
PS/2 Mouse. (Figure 4-8)
Serial Port
The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C)
devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COM
port.) (Figure 4-8)
Parallel Port
The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices.
(This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.)
(Figure 4-8)
External Floppy Disk Drive Port
The external floppy disk drive port allows you to attach
an optional external floppy disk drive. (Figure 4-8)

PS/2 Keyboard Port
The PS/2 keyboard port allows you to connect an
external PS/2 keyboard. (Figure 4-8)

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Port Replicator Release Latch

Docking Port

Figure 4-9 Port Replicator front panel

FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your Port Replicator’s
front panel components
Docking Port
The docking port connects the Port Replicator to your
notebook. (Figure 4-9)
Port Replicator Release Latch
Lift the Port Replicator Release latch to remove the Port
Replicator from your notebook. (Figure 4-9)

ATTACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR
To attach the Port Replicator follow these easy steps:
1. Power off your notebook.
2. Align the Port Replicator connector on the back
of your notebook with the connector on the
Port Replicator and push together. (Figure 4-10)

Figure 4-11 Securing the Port Replicator

DETACHING THE PORT REPLICATOR
To detach the Port Replicator follow these easy steps:
1. Power off your notebook.
2. Untighten the attachment knobs to unsecure the
Port Replicator from your notebook. (Figure 4-12)
3. Lift the Port Replicator’s release latch up to release it
from your notebook. (Figure 4-12)
4. Pull away the Port Replicator to detach it from
your notebook.

Figure 4-10 Attaching the Port Replicator

3. Tighten the attachment knobs to secure the Port
Replicator to your notebook. (Figure 4-11)

Figure 4-12 Detaching the Port Replicator

CAUTION
Do not carry your notebook with the Port Replicator
attched to it. The Port Replicator may break.

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Device Ports
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and Port Replicator
come equipped with multiple ports to which you can
connect an external device including: disk drives,
keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK
The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an
internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow
these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 12 for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Plug the other end of the telephone cable into a
telephone outlet.
WARNING
The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital
PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a
Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire notebook. Consult your PBX
manufacturer’s documentation for details. Some hotels
have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE
you connect your modem.

POINT
Your modem speaker is muted by default. To hear your
modem dialing/negotiating you can change the
settings by right clicking on the speaker icon on the
system tray. Select Open Volume Control and then
select Options/Properties. Under Show the Following
Volume Controls, click on Phone and then click OK.
Uncheck the Mute box located in the Phone Balance
column at the far right.

INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal
Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. If your
notebook has been configured with internal LAN
capability you will need to configure your notebook
to work with your particular network. (Please refer to
your network administrator for information on your
network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow
these easy steps: (See figure 2-6 on page 12 for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.

POINT
CAUTION
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum
speed is 33600bps at upload.

CAUTION
The internal modem on all Fujitsu notebooks from
Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the
United States and Canada. The modem may be
certified in other countries.

The LAN Controller is disabled by default. Before using
the LAN you must first enable the controller from
within the BIOS. To activate the LAN Controller, save
and close all files and restart your notebook. Press [F2]
to enter the BIOS setup and select Internal Device
Configuration under the Advanced tab. Set the LAN
Controller option to [Enabled] and press [F10] to save,
exit and restart your notebook.

PARALLEL PORT
The parallel port, or LPT port, located on the Port Replicator allows you to connect parallel devices, such as a
printer to your notebook. In order to connect a parallel
interface device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-8 on
page 49 for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on
each end of the connector.

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SERIAL PORT

UNIVERSAL SERIAL BUS PORT

The serial port, or COMM port, located on the 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: (See figure 4-8 on page 49 for location)

The Universal Serial Bus port (USB) allows you to
connect USB devices such as external game pads,
pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. In order
to connect a USB device follow these easy steps: (See
figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)

1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each
end of the connector.

1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
CAUTION
Due to the ongoing changes in USB technology
and standards, not all USB devices and/or drivers
are guaranteed to work.

PS/2 PORT
The PS/2 port located on the Port Replicator allows
you to connect an external keyboard, and/or numeric
keypad and mouse. In order to connect a PS/2 interface
device follow these easy steps: (See figure 4-8 on page 49
for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
POINT
A mouse, keyboard, or keypad may be installed and
automatically recognized by your notebook without
restarting or changing setups.

POINT
The use of two PS/2 devices simultaneously from the
port requires a PS/2 splitter.

INFRARED PORT
The Infrared IrDA 1.1 (4Mbps) port allows for wireless
data transfer between your notebook and other IrDAcompatible devices, such as another computer or a
printer, without the use of a cable. (See figure 2-6 on
page 12 for location)
It is important to keep in mind that while carrying out
this form of communication, both devices must be
placed so their infrared ports are directly facing each
other without obstruction. The devices must also be
separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for
maximum performance.
The following conditions may interfere with infrared
communications:
■

DOCKING PORT
The docking port is used for the connection of your
notebook to an optional port replicator or docking
station. In order to connect your notebook to one of
these devices follow the instructions that came with your
docking port. (See figure 2-9 on page 15 for location)

■

A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless
headphone is being used nearby.
Direct sunlight, fluorescent light, or incandescent light
shines directly on the port.
CAUTION
Do not move either device while communication is
active as it may interrupt data transmission.

EXTERNAL FLOPPY DISK DRIVE PORT
The external floppy disk drive port is used for attaching
an optional external floppy disk drive. In order to
connect a external floppy disk drive to your notebook
follow the instructions that came with your external
floppy disk drive. (See figure 4-8 on page 49 for location)

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CAUTION
Be careful not to scratch the infrared port lens.
Scratches, dirt, or other surface marks can
degrade operation.

User Installable Features

POINT
With Windows 98, you can use the Infrared
Recipient application for infrared file transfers.
LapLink Professional software can also be used
for infrared file transfers.

MICROPHONE JACK
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped
with a 1/8"(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into
the microphone jack of your notebook. In order to
connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (See
figure 2-7 on page 13 for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

HEADPHONE JACK
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers to your notebook. Your
headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8"
(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-7
on page 13 for location)

EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT
The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external VGA or SVGA monitor. In order to connect an
external monitor follow these easy steps: (See figure 2-7
on page 13 for location)
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on
each end of the connector.
CAUTION
Pressing the [FN] + [F10] keys allows you to change
your selection of where to send your display video.
Each time you press the key combination, you will
step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display
panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally
moving to both the built-in display panel and an
external monitor.

1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
POINT
If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, the
built-in stereo speakers will be disabled.

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Section Five

Troubleshooting
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Emergency DVD/CD-ROM Tray Release . . . . . . 68
Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to
few problems in the field. However, you may encounter
simple setup or operating problems that you can solve
on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that
you can solve by replacing the device. The information
in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these
straightforward problems and identify failures that
require service.

8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the
Troubleshooting Table without success, contact
your support representative:
Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)
Fax: 1-901-259-5700
E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com
Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com.
Before you place the call, you should have the following
information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:

IDENTIFYING THE PROBLEM

■

If you encounter a problem, go through the following
procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:

■
■
■

1. Turn off your notebook.
2. Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your
notebook and to an active AC power source.
3. Make sure that any card installed in the PC Card
slot is seated properly. You can also remove the card
from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause
of failure.
4. Make sure that any devices connected to the
external connectors are plugged in properly. You
can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating
them as possible causes of failure.
5. Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at
least 10 seconds before you turn it on.
6. Go through the boot sequence.
7. If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the
Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more
detailed troubleshooting information.
POINT
If you keep notes about what you have tried, your
support representative may be able to help you
more quickly by giving additional suggestions
over the phone.

CAUTION
Do not return a failed notebook to your supplier until
you have talked to a support representative.

■
■
■
■

Product name
Product configuration number
Product serial number
Purchase date
Conditions under which the problem occurred
Any error messages that have occurred
Hardware configuration
Type of device connected, if any

See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your
notebook for configuration and serial numbers. (See
figure 2-9 on page 15 for location)

SPECIFIC PROBLEMS
Using PC-Doctor
PC-Doctor is a diagnostic program by Watergate Software, Inc. which comes pre-installed on your notebook. If
you are an experienced computer user you may find it
useful, however, it is intended primarily to help your
Fujitsu support representative better serve you. When you
call for help, your support representative may ask you to
setup your notebook for modem operation. You will be
told what to do step by step, and then asked to hang up the
phone and plug your phone line into the back of your
notebook. Your support representative will then use the
service computer to call your notebook and perform diagnostic tests to find the nature of you problem. Messages
will be displayed on the screen explaining what is being
done and any further instructions that you may need.
Using the Troubleshooting Table
When you have problems with your notebook, try to
find the symptoms under the Problem column of the
troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a description of common causes for
that symptom under the column Possible Cause and
what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition
under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions
may not apply to your notebook.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Problem
Page
Audio Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Docking Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Floppy Disk Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Hard Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Keyboard or Mouse Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Problem

Problem
Page
Modem Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Parallel, Serial and USB Device Problems . . . . . . . . . .60
PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Power Failures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Shutdown and Startup Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Video Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Miscellaneous Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

Audio Problems
There is no sound coming
from the built-in speakers.

The volume is turned too low.

Adjust the volume control on your notebook.

The software volume control is
set too low.

Adjust the sound volume control settings in your
software, operating system and applications.

Headphones are plugged into
your notebook.

Plugging in headphones disables the built-in
speakers, remove the headphones.

BIOS audio settings
are incorrect.

Set the BIOS setup utility to the default values within
the Multimedia Device Configuration menu. (See
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

Software driver is not configured correctly.

Refer to your application and operating system
documentation for help.

Port Replicator AC adapter is
not plugged in.

Provide power to the Port Replicator.

Notebook is not properly
seated in the Port Replicator.

Remove and re-dock your notebook.

You tried to write to a write
protected floppy disk.

Eject the floppy disk and set it to write enable.
(See Preparing a Disk for Use on page 44 for more
information)

Floppy disk is not
loaded correctly.

Eject floppy disk, check orientation and re-insert.
(See Ejecting a Disk on page 44 for more information)

BIOS setup utility states

Revise the setup utility Main menu settings to
enable Diskette Controller. (See BIOS Setup Utility
on page 33 for more information)

Port Replicator Problems
Notebook does not turn
on when installed in
Port Replicator

Floppy Disk Drive Problems
You cannot access your
floppy disk.

Diskette Controller:
Disabled.

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The floppy disk drive may not
be properly installed.

Remove and re-install your floppy disk drive.

Security is set to protect access
to floppy disk data.

Verify your password and security settings.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

The setup utility is incorrectly
set for your internal (Primary
Master) or optional second
hard drive (Primary Slave).

Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary Master
and Primary Slave correctly. (See BIOS Setup Utility
on page 33 for more information)

The wrong drive designator
was used by an application
when a bootable CD-ROM was
used to start the notebook.

Verify drive designator used by application is in
use by the operating system. When the operating
system is booted from a CD, drive designations
are automatically adjusted.

Security is set so your operating system cannot be started
without a password.

Verify your password and security settings.

Hard Drive Problems
You cannot access your
hard drive.

Keyboard or Mouse Problems
The built-in keyboard does
not seem to work.

You have installed an
external keyboard or
mouse, and it does not
seem to work.

You have connected an
external keyboard or a
mouse and it seems to be
locking up the system.

The notebook has gone into
Suspend mode.

Push the Suspend/Resume button.

Your application has locked
out your keyboard.

Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart
your system. If this fails, turn your notebook off
using the power switch, wait 10 seconds or more,
and then turn it back on.

Your external device is not
properly installed.

Re-install your device. (See Device Ports on page 51
for more information)

Your operating system
software is not setup with
the correct software driver
for that device.

Check your device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver.

Your mouse or keyboard is
connected to the wrong PS/2
port on the LANdock.

Plug the mouse into the PS/2 Mouse port and
the external keyboard or numeric key pad into the
PS/2 Keyboard port. (See PS/2 Port on page 52 for
more information)

Your operating system
software is not setup with
the correct software driver
for that device.

Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.

Your system has crashed.

Try to restart your notebook. If that fails, turn off
the power using the power switch, wait at least 10
seconds, and then power on.

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Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

Memory Problems
Your Power On screen,
or Main menu of the
BIOS setup utility information, does not show
the correct amount of
installed memory.

Your memory upgrade module
is not properly installed.

Remove and re-install your memory upgrade
module. (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 47
for more information)

You have a memory failure.

Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages.
(See Power On Self Test Messages on page 66 for more
information)

Messages about modem
operation are generated
by whichever modem
application is in use.

See your application software documentation for
additional information.

Modem Problems
Messages about modem
operation.

Parallel, Serial, and USB Device Problems
You have installed a parallel
port device, a serial port
device or a USB device.
Your notebook does not
recognize the device, or the
device does not seem to
work properly.

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The device is not
properly installed.

Remove and re-install the device. (See Device Ports
on page 51 for more information)

The device may have been
installed while an application
was running, so your notebook
is not aware of its installation.

Close the application and restart your notebook.

Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.

See your software documentation and activate the
correct driver.

You may have the wrong
I/O address selected for
your device.

See your device documentation and software documentation to determine the required I/O address.
Change the settings in the BIOS setup utility. (See
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information)

Your device and another
device are assigned the same
I/O address.

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS
setup utility and any other installed hardware or
software to make sure there are no duplications.

Parallel port is set to
output only.

Check parallel port setting in the BIOS and set to
bi-directional or ECP.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

PC Card Problems
A card inserted in the PC
Card slot does not work or
is locking up the system.

The card is not
properly installed.

Remove and re-install the card. (See PC Cards on
page 45 for more information)

The card may have been
installed while an application
was running, so your notebook
is not aware of its installation.

Close the application and restart your notebook.

Your software may not
have the correct software
driver active.

See your software documentation and activate the
correct driver.

You may have the wrong
I/O address selected for your
PC Card device.

See your PC Card documentation to determine
the required I/O address. Change the settings in
the BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for
more information)

Your PC Card device and
another device are assigned the
same I/O address.

Check all I/O addresses located within the BIOS
setup utility and any other installed hardware or
software to make sure there are no duplications.

The installed primary
battery is completely
discharged, there is no
optional second battery
installed or there is no
Power adapter (AC or Auto/
Airline) installed.

Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the
presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status
Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information)
Install a charged battery or a Power adapter.

The primary battery is
installed but is faulty.

Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence
and condition of the batteries. (See Status Indicator
Panel on page 16 for more information) If a battery is
indicating a short, remove that battery and operate
from another power source or replace that battery.

Power Failures
You turn on your
notebook and nothing
seems to happen.

The battery or batteries are low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the
presence and condition of the batteries. (See Status
Indicator Panel on page 16 for more information) Use
a Power adapter to operate until a battery is charged
or install a charged battery.
The power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) is not plugged
in properly.

Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. (See
Power Sources on page 31 for more information)

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Problem

You turn on your notebook
and nothing seems to
happen. (continued)

Your notebook turns off
all by itself.

Your notebook will not
work on battery alone.

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Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

The Power adapter (AC
or auto/airline) has no
power from the AC outlet,
airplane seat jack, or the car’s
cigarette lighter.

Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for
a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for the AC
outlet. If you are using an auto/airline adapter in
a car make sure the ignition switch is in the On or
Accessories position.

The Power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) is faulty.

Try a different Power adapter or install a charged
optional second battery.

Power switch is not in the
On position.

Slide your power switch firmly to the Off position,
pause 10 seconds or more and then firmly to the
On position.

The power management
parameters are set for auto
timeouts which are too short
for your operating needs.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the
mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the
Suspend/Resume button. Check your power
management settings, or close your applications
and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup
utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit
your operation needs.

You are operating on battery
power only and have ignored a
low battery alarm until the
batteries are all at the dead
battery state and your machine
has gone into Dead Battery
Suspend mode.

Install a power adapter and then push the Suspend/
Resume button. (See Power Sources on page 31 for
more information)

You have a battery failure.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the
Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove
any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator
Panel on page 16 for more information)

Your power adapter has failed
or lost its power source.

Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet
has power.

The installed batteries
are dead.

Replace the battery with a charged one or install
a Power adapter.

No batteries are installed.

Install a charged battery.

The batteries are
improperly installed.

Verify that the batteries are properly connected
by re-installing them.

Your installed batteries
are faulty.

Verify the condition of the batteries using the
Status Indicator panel and replace or remove
any batteries that are shorted. (See Status Indicator
Panel on page 16 for more information)

Troubleshooting

Problem

The batteries seem to
discharge too quickly.

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

You are running an application
that uses a great deal of power
due to frequent hard drive
access or DVD/CD-ROM
access, use of a modem card
or a LAN PC card.

Use both the primary battery and an optional
second battery and/or use a power adapter for this
application when at all possible.

The power savings features
may be disabled.

Check the power management and/or setup utility
settings in the Power Savings menu and adjust
according to your operating needs.

The brightness is turned all
the way up.

Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher
the brightness the more power your display uses.

The batteries are very old.

Replace the batteries.

The batteries have been
exposed to high temperatures.

Replace the batteries.

The batteries are too hot
or too cold.

Restore the notebook to normal operating temperature. The Charging icon on the Status Indicator
panel will flash when the battery is outside its
operating range.

Shutdown and Startup Problems
The Suspend/Resume
button does not work.

The system powers up, and
displays power on information, but fails to load the
operating system.

The Suspend/Resume button
is disabled from the Advanced
submenu of the Power menu
of the setup utility.

Enable the button from the setup utility.

You did not hold the button
in long enough.

Hold the button longer. This may need to be a few
seconds if your application is preventing the CPU
from checking for button pushes.

There may be a conflict with
the application software.

Close all applications and try the button again.

The boot sequence settings
of the setup utility are not
compatible with your
configuration.

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 33 for more information)

You have a secured system
requiring a password to load
your operating system.

Make sure you have the right password. Enter the
setup utility and verify the Security settings and
modify them as accordingly. (See BIOS Setup Utility
on page 33 for more information)

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Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

The system powers up, and
displays power on information, but fails to load the
operating system.
(continued)

Internal hard drive was
not detected.

Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master
submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to
auto detect the internal hard drive.

An error message is
displayed on the screen
during the notebook
(boot) sequence.

Power On Self Test (POST) has
detected a problem.

See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to
determine the meaning and severity of the problem.
Not all messages are errors; some are simply status
indicators. (See Power On Self Test Messages on
page 66 for more information)

Your notebook appears to
change setup parameters
when you start it.

BIOS setup changes were not
saved when you made them
and exited the BIOS setup
utility returning it to
previous settings.

Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when
exiting the BIOS setup utility.

The BIOS CMOS back-up
battery has failed.

Contact your support representative for repairs.
This is not a user serviceable part but has a normal
life of 3 to 5 years.

Something is pushing on the
Closed Cover switch.

Clear the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on
page 10 for location)

The notebook is set for an
external monitor only.

Pressing [F10] while holding down the [FN] key
allows you to change your selection of where to
send your display video. Each time you press the
combination of keys you will step to the next
choice. The choices, in order are: built-in display
only, external monitor only, both built-in display
and external monitor.

The angle of the display
and the brightness settings
are not adequate for your
lighting conditions.

Move the display and the brightness control until
you have adequate visibility.

The power management timeouts may be set for very short
intervals and you failed to
notice the display come on
and go off again.

Press any button the keyboard, or move the mouse
to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/
Resume button. (The display may be shut off by
Standy mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)

Power On Self Test (POST)
has detected a failure which
does not allow the display
to operate.

Contact your support representative.

Video Problems
The built-in display is
blank when you turn on
your notebook.

The notebook turned
on with a series of beeps
and your built-in display
is blank.

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Problem

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

The notebook has gone into
Video timeout, Standby mode,
Suspend mode or Save-to-Disk
mode because you have not
used it for a period of time.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the
mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the
Suspend/Resume button. Check your power
management settings, or close your applications
and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup
utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit
your operation needs. (See BIOS Setup Utility on
page 33 for more information)

Something is pushing on the
Closed Cover switch.

Check the Closed Cover switch. (See figure 2-5 on
page 10 for location)

The power management timeouts may be set for very short
intervals and you failed to
notice the display come on
and go off again.

Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse
to restore operation. If that fails, push the Suspend/
Resume button. (The display may be shut off by
Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)

The Built-in Display does
not close.

A foreign object, such as a
paper clip, is stuck between the
display and the keyboard.

Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.

The Built-in Display has
bright or dark spots.

If the spots are very tiny and
few in number, this is normal
for a large LCD display.

This is normal; do nothing.

If the spots are numerous or
large enough to interfere with
your operation needs.

Display is faulty; contact your support representative.

The application display
uses only a portion of your
screen and is surrounded
by a dark frame.

You are running an application
that does not support 800 x
600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution
display and display compression is enabled.

Display compression gives a clearer but smaller
display for applications that do not support 800 x
600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution. You can fill the
screen but have less resolution by changing your
display compression setting, (See the Video Features
submenu, located within the Advanced menu of the
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more
information)

The Display is dark when
on battery power.

The PMSet default is set
on low brightness to
conserve power.

Press [FN] + [F7] to increase brightness or doubleclick on PMSet battery gauge and adjust Power
Control under battery settings.

The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
using it.

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Problem

You have connected an
external monitor and
it does not display
any information.

You have connected an
external monitor and it
does not come on.

Possible Cause

Possible Solutions

Your BIOS setup is not set to
enable your external monitor.

Try toggling the video destination by pressing [FN]
and [F10] together, or check your BIOS setup and
enable your external monitor. (See the Video Features
submenu, located within the Advanced Menu of the
BIOS. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more
information)

Your external monitor is not
properly installed.

Reinstall your device. (See External Monitor Port on
page 53 for more information)

Your operating system software is not setup with the
correct software driver for
that device.

Check your device and operating system
documentation and activate the proper driver.

Your external monitor
is not compatible with
your notebook.

See your monitor documentation and the
External Monitor Support portions of the
Specifications section. (See Specifications on page 79
for more information)

Application software often
has its own set of error
message displays.

See your application manual and help displays
screens for more information. Not all messages are
errors some may simply be status.

Miscellaneous Problems
An error message is
displayed on the screen
during the operation of
an application.

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. If you can find no reference
to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact
your support representative for assistance.
nnnn Cache SRAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes
success-fully tested by the Power On Self Test. (This can
only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)
*Diskette drive A error or Diskette drive B error
Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS Power On Self
Test diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined
with the proper diskette type in the Setup Utility, (See
BIOS Setup Utility on page 33 for more information) and
that the diskette drive is installed correctly. If the disk
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drive is properly defined and installed, avoid using it and
contact your support representative.
*Extended RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
Extended memory not working or not configured properly. If you have an installed memory upgrade module,
verify that the module is properly installed. If it is properly installed, you may want to check your Windows
Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory
until you can contact your support representative.
nnnn Extended RAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes
successfully tested.
*Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn
This is a map of the bits at the memory address (in
System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which failed the
memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed
bit. This is a serious fault that may cause you to lose data
if you continue. Contact your support representative.

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*Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller
Failure (where x = 1-4)
The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly.
This may mean that the hard drive type identified in
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check
for the hard drive type settings and correct them if
necessary. If the settings are OK and the message appears
when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault
which might cause you to lose data if you continue.
Contact your support representative.
*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP
Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to
correct the inconsistency.
*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP
Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.
This means that the floppy disk drive type identified in
your setup utility does not agree with the type detected
by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to
correct the inconsistency.
*Invalid NVRAM media type
Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that
you see this message you may have some display problems. You can continue operating but should contact
your support representative for more information.
*Keyboard controller error
The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to
replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may
be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact
your support representative.
*Keyboard error
Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your
keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to
use an external keyboard until then. Contact your
support representative.
*Keyboard error nn
BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code
for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard
but may be able to use an external keyboard until then.
Contact your support representative.
*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at

*Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP
Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup. This error
probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup
utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you
still get this error, contact your support representative.
#*Operating system not found
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or
drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both the fixed
disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the
boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have changed
your installation greatly, the operating system should be
on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard
drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be
re-installed from your back up media.
*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.
*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. Contact your
support representative.
#*Press  to resume,  to SETUP
Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press
the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2]
key to enter Setup and change any settings.
#*Previous boot incomplete –
Default configuration used
Previous Power On Self Test did not complete successfully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and
offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by
incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next
boot will likely fail also. If using the default settings does
not allow you to complete a successful boot sequence,
you should turn off the power with the Power Switch
and contact your support representative.
*Real time clock error
Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair.
Contact your support representative.
which the error was detected. You are risking data corruption if you continue. Contact your support representative.
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nnnn Shadow RAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes
successfully tested.
*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP
The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead.
This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted battery
which requires a support representative to change. You
can continue operating but you will have to use setup
utility default values or reconfigure your setup utility
every time you turn off your notebook. This battery has
an expected life of 2 to 3 years.
System BIOS shadowed
System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.
*System CMOS checksum bad – run SETUP
BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified
incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that
changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and
reconfigure the system.
*System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block
at which the error was detected. This means that there is
a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to
operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your
support representative for repairs.
nnnn System RAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in
kilobytes successfully tested.
*System timer error
The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the
computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board.
Contact your support representative for repairs.
UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn
Displays the address of the upper limit of Upper
Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the
BIOS memory which may be reclaimed by a virtual
memory manager.
Video BIOS shadowed
Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

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EMERGENCY DVD/CD-ROM TRAY RELEASE
If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open
the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool
inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the
front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip
and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out
a short distance.

MODEM RESULT CODES
The operating system and application software that is
factory installed detects the modem characteristics and
provides the necessary command strings to operate the
modem. The internal modem operation is controlled by
generic AT commands from the operating system and
application software. The standard long form result
codes may, in some cases, be displayed on your screen to
keep you informed of the actions of your modem. The
operating system and application software may suppress
display of the result codes.
Examples of result codes are:
■
■
■
■

■
■
■
■
■

OK
NO CARRIER
NO DIALTONE
CONNECT 53000 (Connection complete
at 53,000 bps.)
ERROR
FAX
RING (This means an incoming call.)
BUSY
NO ANSWER

When using the internal modem with applications
that are not factory installed refer to the
application documentation.

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RECOVERY CD-ROM
Included with your notebook are the Emergency
Recovery CD and Drivers and Application Restore CD.
The Emergency Recovery CD contains the following:
■

A backup copy of the software originally installed on
your Fujitsu LifeBook (can only be used on the listed
LifeBook models).

The Drivers and Application Restore CD contains
the following:
■

■

Sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific
directories) that are unique to your notebook configuration for use as documented below.
Read-me files that provide additional use information
for items on this CD-ROM.
POINT
If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu PC
Corporation Support Web site at www.8fujitsu.com
to check for the most current information, drivers/
software and hints on how to perform recovery
and system updates.

Restoring Your Pre-installed Software
from CD-ROM
The Emergency Recovery CD-ROM enables restoration
of your notebook disk drive contents as they were originally shipped from the factory. Most often this is necessary if files or software programs (only those files/
programs that came pre-installed) become corrupt
or accidentally erased.
You have two options available when
performing recovery:
1. Recover Hard Drive without Format. This choice
replaces all the original factory installed files and
program structures without eliminating your data
files. You will have to re-install any software that
was not included with the computer when you
bought it, however you data will be intact as long
as the installation of the additional programs is
performed in the same manner.

2. Format and Recover Hard Drive. This choice
removes all the information on the hard disk. If you
choose this option, you will lose any software you
have installed and any other files you created since
you setup your computer. You will have to re-install
any software that was not included with the
computer when you bought it.
POINT
It is recommended that you back-up all data files prior
to performing either of the recovery options.

POINT
Make certain you have your Operating System Product
ID # available (from the Certificate of Authenticity)
prior to performing recovery. Once the process is
complete and you re-start your notebook, you will be
required to perform all the setup steps as when the
computer was first purchased. (See Booting the System

with Windows 98 on page 34 for more information)

CAUTION
User data and user installed software CAN NOT be
recovered from the Emergency Recovery CD.

To Run the Emergency Recovery Program
To use this portion of the CD-ROM, your notebook
must Boot up (upon power up or full system reset/
restart) from the CD-ROM drive.
1. Insert the Emergency Recovery CD in the
CD-ROM drive.
2. If your notebook is running when you insert the
CD, exit your operating system and power down
the notebook.
3. Start (power up) your notebook.
4. At this point, you must either change your
BIOS setup configuration through the [F2] key
to have the computer boot from the CD-ROM
“first” (if you have not previously done so), or
you can use the [ESC] key during this boot-up
sequence and select the CD-ROM from the menu
that will appear. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 33
for more information)

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5. If correctly configured to boot from the Recovery
CD-ROM, you will notice your system running a
full virus scan of the hard drive and then reach the
Emergency Recovery Welcome screen. If this is not
what is displayed, check to see that the Recovery
CD is installed in the CD-ROM drive and repeat
the previous steps, starting with 2. If you received
a message “This program may not be used on your
computer” you are using the wrong Recovery CD
for the model of notebook. Contact Fujitsu PC
Service and Support to obtain the correct CD.
6. Read the information displayed on the Welcome
screen, then click OK.
7. Select one of the two icons displayed in the Emergency Recovery menu and follow the instructions.
8. When recovery is complete, remove the Recovery
CD, replace it in its sleeve and store it in a safe
location (with your Operating System Manual/
Certificate of Authenticity).
9. Restart your notebook.
10. Reset your boot device priority in the BIOS setup
as desired.
Your notebook now has all of the software installed that
was included when you received it from the factory. You
must now load any programs which you purchased and
installed after you received your notebook. If you chose
the Format and Recover Hard Drive option, you should
now restore your data files. If you performed the Recover
Hard Drive without Format, your data files will still exist
(within their original directory structures).

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POINT
As long as there is no bootable disk in the CD-ROM
drive or the floppy disk drive, your notebook will boot
from the hard drive regardless of the BIOS Boot Device
Priority setting.

Drivers and Applications Restore CD
The Drivers and Application CD can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may have
been un-installed or corrupted. Please refer to installation instructions located in the Drivers and Applications
Restore CD.
POINT
Look for and open files with the extensions .DOC, .PDF
and/or .TXT.

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Section Six

Care and Maintenance
LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
DVD/CD-RW/CDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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Care and Maintenance
If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you
will increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.
CAUTION
Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operations of this product or similar products, must always be
supervised by an adult. Do not allow children access to
the interior of any electrical products and do not permit
them to handle any cables.

■

If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there
are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.

■

Do not drop your LifeBook notebook.

■

Do not touch the screen with any sharp objects.

Cleaning your LifeBook Notebook
■ Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug,
not the cord.)
■

Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free
cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.

■

Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen.
Never use glass cleaners.

LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Caring for your LifeBook Notebook
■ Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with care.
■

Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable
carrying case.

■

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Always follow installation instructions closely.

■

Keep it away from food and beverages.

■

If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:
1. Turn it off.
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried
out, call your support representative.

■

■

Do not use your LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).
Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are
approved for your notebook.

■

Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other
environmental hazards.

■

Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above
140° F (60° C) may damage your notebook.

■

Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots
when they are not in use.

■

Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.

Storing your LifeBook Notebook
■ If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn
your LifeBook notebook off and remove all Lithium
Ion batteries.
■

Store your LifeBook notebook and batteries
separately. If you store your notebook with a battery
installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life
will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might
damage your notebook.

■

Store your LifeBook notebook in a cool, dry location.
Temperatures should remain between
-25ºC (13ºF) and 60ºC (140ºF).

Traveling with your LifeBook Notebook
■ Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is
turned on.
■

Do not check your LifeBook notebook as baggage.
Carry it with you.

■

Always bring your System Recovery CD that came
with your LifeBook notebook when you travel. If you
experience system software problems while traveling,
you may need it to correct any problems.

■

Never put your LifeBook notebook through a metal
detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. You can, however, put your LifeBook
notebook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To
avoid problems, place your notebook close to the
entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible or have your notebook hand-inspected by security
personnel. Security officials may require you to turn
your notebook On. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand.

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■

When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the
drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If
you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install
the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a
metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by
security personnel. You can however, put your hard
drive through a properly tuned X-ray machine.

■

Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a
day or two. Intense heat can shorten battery life.

■

Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6
months without recharging it.

Increasing Battery Life
Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or
optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.

■
■

Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling
overseas. Check the following diagram to determine
which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
Outlet Type

Location
United States, Canada,
parts of Latin America,
Japan, Korea,
the Philippines, Taiwan
Russia and the Commonwealth
of Independent States (CIS),
most of Europe, parts of Latin
America, the Middle East, parts
of Africa, Hong Kong, India,
most of South Asia
Mexico, United Kingdom,
Ireland, Malaysia, Singapore,
parts of Africa

China, Australia,
New Zealand

■

If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery
power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight
to recharge the battery.

■

Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.

■

Set the power management for maximum battery life.

■

Put your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode when it
is turned on and you are not actually using it.

■

Limit your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM access.

■

Disable the Windows CD automatic insertion function.

■

Always use fully charged batteries.

■

Eject PCMCIA cards when not in use.

FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES
Caring for your Floppy Disks
■ Avoid using the floppy disks in damp and
dusty locations.
■

Never store a floppy disk near a magnet or
magnetic field.

■

Do not use a pencil or an eraser on a disk or
disk label.

■

Avoid storing the floppy disks in extremely hot or cold
locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature
changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F (10ºC)
and 125ºF (52ºC).

■

Do not touch the exposed part of the disk
behind the metal shutter.

BATTERIES
Caring for your Batteries
■ Always handle batteries carefully.
■

Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do
not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not
carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they
may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects.
Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

■

Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.

■

Recharge batteries only as described in this manual
and only in ventilated areas.

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Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive
To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry
soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or
a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene,
paint thinner or other volatile material.

■

■

Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in extremely hot or
cold locations, or in locations subject to severe temperature changes. Store at temperatures between 50º F
(10ºC) and 125ºF (52ºC).

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Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/ CD-ROM Drive
Your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is durable but you
must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the
following points:

■

Keep the floppy disk drive out of direct sunlight and
away from heating equipment.

■

Avoid storing the floppy disk drive in locations subject
to shock and vibration.

■

Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal,
or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk
drive or disk.

■

The drive rotates the compact disk at a very high
speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock
or vibration with the power on.

■

Never disassemble or dismantle your floppy disk drive.

■

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
devices that generate strong magnetic fields.

■

Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be
subjected to shock or vibration.

■

Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD/CD-RW/
CD-ROM drive.

DVD/CD-RW/CDs
Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CDs
DVD/CD-RW/CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.
■

Always store your DVD/CD-RW/CDs in its case when
it is not in use.

■

Always handle DVD/CD-RW/CDs by the edges and
avoid touching the surface.

■

Avoid storing any DVD/CD-RW/CDs in
extreme temperatures.

■

Do not bend DVD/CD-RW/CDs or set heavy objects
on them.

■

Do not spill liquids on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

■

Do not scratch DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

■

Do not put a label on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

■

Do not get dust on DVD/CD-RW/CDs.

■

Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen
or pencil. Always use a felt pen.

■

If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is subjected to a sudden change
in temperature, cold to warm condensation may form
on the surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean,
soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room temperature.
DO NOT use a hair dryer or heater to dry DVD/CDRW/CDs.

■

If a DVD/CD-RW/CD is dirty, use only a DVD/CDRW/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint free
cloth starting from the inner edge and wiping to the
outer edge.

PC CARDS
Caring for your PC Cards
PC Cards are durable, but you must treat them with
care. The documentation supplied with your PC Card
will provide specific information, but you should
pay attention to the following points:
■

To keep out dust and dirt, store PC Cards in their
protective sleeves when they are not installed in
your notebook.

■

Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or
excessive heat.

■

Keep the cards dry.

■

Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy
objects on top of them.

■

Do not force cards into the slot.

■

Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to
excessive vibration.

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Section Seven

Specifications
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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Specifications

CONFIGURATION LABEL

This section provides the hardware and environmental
specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook B Series notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary.

Part Number

Processor

Model

Your LifeBook B Series notebook contains a configuration
label located on the bottom of your notebook. (See
figure 2-9 on page 15 for location) This label contains
specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen
for your notebook. Following is an example label and
information on how to read your own configuration label.
Configuration ID

Screen Size

Operating System

Memory

Hard Drive

Figure 7-1 Configuration Label

Model #

B-2130

Processor

400 MHz Intel Celeron

Display

10.4" TFT

Memory

64MB

Hard Disk Drive

6GB

MICROPROCESSOR
Latest high-speed Intel Mobile PCI bus architecture and
CardBus architecture.

MEMORY
System Memory
64MB SDRAM (one upgrade slot).
Cache Memory
On-die L2.

BIOS Memory
512KB Flash ROM.
256 Bytes CMOS RAM with back-up battery.

VIDEO
Built-in color flat-panel TFT active matrix LCD display
with simultaneous display capability.
Video Color and Resolution
10.4" TFT SVGA
■ Internal: 800 x 600 pixel resolution, 16M colors.
■ External: 1024 x 768 pixel resolution, 64K colors.
Simultaneous Video = Yes (800 x 600, 16 bit high color
max) XGA, SVGA and VGA compatible.
Video RAM
2MB Embedded SDRAM.
Video
Zoomed Video support via PC Card Slot.

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AUDIO
■

■
■

■

■

■
■

SoundBlaster Pro-compatible 32-bit stereo PCM/FM
sound chip.
Spatializer 3D-Stereo multiple speaker effect support.
Stereo headphone jack, 1 Vrms, or less, minimum
impedance 32 Ohms.
Stereo line in jack, 880 mVrms or less, minimum
impedance 10K Ohms.
Mono microphone jack, 125 mVp-p or less, minimum
impedance 10K Ohms.
Two built-in speakers, 28 mm diameter (Stereo).
One built-in monaural microphone.

MASS STORAGE DEVICE OPTIONS
Floppy Disk Drive
External 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive, which accommodates
1.44MB or 720KB floppy disks.

FEATURES
Integrated Pointing Device
Quick Point pointing device.
Communications
Modem: Internal V.90 standard 56K fax/modem
(ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax.)
and
LAN: 10/100 base-T Ethernet.
LifeBook Application Panel
Application Launcher.
Theft Prevention Lock
Lock slot for use with physical restraining security
systems. The locking system by Kensington is
recommended.
Pre-Installed Software
■ Microsoft Windows 98
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
■ Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98
■ Microsoft Works
■ LapLink Professional by Traveling Software.
■ PC-Doctor by Watergate Software, Inc.
■ PMSet 98 by Fujitsu Limited.
■ McAfee VirusScan by Network Associates, Inc.
■ Adobe Acrobat Reader by Adobe Systems, Inc.
■ Netscape Communicator
■ LifeBook Application Panel

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DEVICE PORTS
On the Notebook:
■ PC Card slot for one Type II card: PCMCIA Standard
2.1 with CardBus support; Zoomed Video support.
■ One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external
monitor (see Display specifications).
■ One USB (Universal Serial Bus) connector for
input/output devices.
■ One modular modem (RJ-11) connector.
■ One LAN (RJ-45) connector.
■ One stereo headphone jack. (See Audio specifications)
■ One mono microphone jack. (See Audio specifications)
■ One Mini-serial port for serial port devices.
■ One 240-pin connector for docking devices.
On the Port Replicator:
■ Two 6-pin mini DIN PS/2 compatible connector,
for external keyboard, external mouse or external
numeric keypad.
■ One 25-pin D-SUB connector for parallel input/
output devices; Bi-directional, output only or ECP.
■ One 9-pin D-SUB connector for RS-232C serial
input/output devices.
■ One 25-pin special connector for external floppy
disk drive connection.

KEYBOARD
Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2
compatible keyboards.
■ Total number of keys: 86.
■ Function keys: 12, F1 through F12.
■ Feature extension key: Fn.
■ Three Windows keys: two Start keys and one
application key
■ Key pitch: 17 mm.
■ Key stroke: 2 mm.
■ Built-in Quick Point pointing device with
left and right buttons.
■ Built-in Palm Rest.
External Keyboard Support
PS/2 compatible.
External Numeric Keypad Support
PS/2 compatible.
External Mouse Support
PS/2 compatible.

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POWER

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Batteries
One 4-cell Lithium Ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V,
2600 mAh.

Overall Dimensions
Approximately 9.8"(w) x 7.8"(d) x 0.89"/1.34"(h).

Bridge Battery
Your B Series notebook comes equipped with a bridge
battery. A bridge battery allows a charged Lithium Ion
battery to be replaced without shutting down the system.
The bridge battery capacity is not large and can vary
with the condition or your notebook, so you will have
3 minutes at the most to make the change.
AC Adapter
Autosensing 100-240V AC, 48W, supplying 16V DC to
the notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC09 which includes
an AC cable.
Power Management
Conforms to APM (Advanced Power Management).

Weights
Approximately 3.08 lbs with battery.
Port Replicator approximately 0.3 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Temperature
Operating: 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F).
Non-operating: –15° to 60° C (5° to 140° F).
Humidity
Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing.
Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing.
Altitude
Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum.

Electro-Static Discharge (ESD)
9 kV.

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Section Eight

Glossary

LifeBook B Series – Section Eight

Glossary

Glossary
AC Adapter
A device which converts the AC voltage from a
wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power
your 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.
APM
Advanced Power Management.
Auto/Airline Adapter
A device which converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to
the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.
BIOS
Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of
default parameters stored in ROM which tests and
operates your notebook when you turn it on until it
loads your installed operating system from disk. Information from the BIOS is transferred to the installed
operating system to provide it with information on
the configuration and status of the hardware.
Bit
An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of
information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).
bps
An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe
data transfer rates.
Boot
To start-up a computer and load its operating system
from disk, ROM or other storage media into RAM.

CardBus
A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface
which offers performance similar to the 32-bit
PCI architecture.
CD-ROM
Compact disc read only memory. This is a form of
digital data storage which is read optically with a laser
rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can
contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to heads
crashing into the surface and destroying the data when
there is a failure nor to wear from reading.
CMOS RAM
Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random
access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing
random access memory which requires very low levels of
power to operate.
COMM Port
Abbreviation for communication port. This is your
serial interface connection.
Command
An instruction which you give your operating
system. Example: run a particular application or
format a floppy disk.
Configuration
The combination of hardware and software that makes
up your system and how it is allocated for use.
CRT
Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam
of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It
produces a visual image by varying the position and
intensity of the beam.
Data
The information a system stores and processes.

Bus
An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU
and the sub-assemblies inside your notebook.

DC
Direct current. A voltage or current that does not
fluctuate periodically with time.

Byte
8 bits of parallel binary information.

Default Value
A pre programmed value to be used if you fail to
set your own.

Cache Memory
A block of memory built into the micro-processor which
is much faster to access than your system RAM and used
in specially structured ways to make your overall data
handling time faster.

DIMM
Dual-in-line memory module.

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Disk
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the
platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible
it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing
with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.
Disk Drive
The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads
and control circuitry for reading and writing the data
on the disk.
Diskette
A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter.
DMA
Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory
to memory transfers of data which do not require
CPU action.
DMI
Desktop Management Interface. A standard that
provides PC management applications with a common
method of locally or remotely querying and configuring
PC computer systems, hardware and software components, and peripherals.

FCC
Federal Communication Commission.
Floppy Disk
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which
is highly flexible.
GB
Gigabyte.
Hard drive
A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where
the platter is very stiff.
Hexadecimal
A decimal notation for the value of a 4 bit binary
number. (0-9, A, B, C, D, E, F) Example: 2F in hexadecimal = 00101111 in binary = 47 in decimal.
I/O
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.

DOS
Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk
Operating System).

IDE
Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface
for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit.

Driver
A computer program which converts application and
operating system commands to external devices into the
exact form required by a specific brand and model of
device in order to produce the desired results from that
particular equipment.

Infrared
Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light
spectrum which is invisible to humans.

ECP
Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high
speed data communication and interconnection
between electronic devices.

IrDA
Infrared Data Association. An organization which
produces standards for communication using infrared
as the carrier.

ESD
Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity from a static charge which has built-up slowly.
Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day
or the sparks you get from brushing hair on a dry day.

IRQ
Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal
to the CPU that an external event has occurred which
needs to be processed.

Extended Memory
All memory more than the 640KB recognized by
MS-DOS as system memory.

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IR
An abbreviation for infrared.

KB
Kilobyte.

Glossary

LAN
Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers
and peripherals within a single limited geographic
location which can pass programs and data amongst
themselves.
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes
images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a
crystalline liquid.
Lithium ion Battery
A type of rechargeable battery which has a high powertime life for its size and is not subject to the memory
effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.
LPT Port
Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel
interface ports because historically line printers were
the first and latter the most common device connected
to parallel ports.
MB
Megabyte.
Megahertz
1,000,000 cycles per second.
Memory
A repository for data and applications which is readily
accessible to your notebook CPU.
MHz
Megahertz.
MIDI
Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard
communication protocol for exchange of information
between computers and sound producers such
as synthesizers.
Modem
A contraction for MOdulator-DEModulator. The
equipment which connects a computer or other data
terminal to a communication line.
Monaural
A system using one channel to process sound
from all sources.
MPU-401
A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors.

NTSC
National TV Standards Commission. The standard for
TV broadcast and reception for the USA.
Operating System
A group of control programs that convert application
commands, including driver programs, into the exact
form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired results from
that particular equipment.
Parallel Port
A connection to another device through which data is
transferred as a block of bits simultaneously with a wire
for each bit in the block and with other wires only for
control of the device not for transfer of data.
Partition
A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside
and made to appear to the operating system as if it
were a separate disk, and addressed by the operating
system accordingly.
PCMCIA
PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer
Memory Card International Association. The Personal
Computer Memory Card International Association is an
organization that sets standards for add-in cards for
personal computers.
Peripheral Device
A piece of equipment which performs a specific
function associated with but not integral to a computer.
Examples: a printer, a modem, a CD-ROM.
Pitch (keyboard)
The distance between the centers of the letter keys
of a keyboard.
Pixel
The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your
display screen. The more pixels per area the clearer your
image will appear.
POST
Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS
which checks the configuration and operating condition
of your hardware whenever power is applied to your
notebook. Status and error messages may be displayed
before the operating system is loaded. If the self test
detects failures that are so serious that operation can not
continue, the operating system will not be loaded.
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Program
An integrated set of coded commands to your
computers telling your hardware what to do and how
and when to do it.
PS/2
An IBM series of personal computers which established
a number of standards for connecting external devices
such as keyboards and monitors.
RAM
Random Access Memory. A hardware component of
your notebook that holds binary information (both
program and data) as long as it has the proper power
applied to it.
RAM Module
A printed circuit card with memory and associated
circuitry which allows the user to add additional
memory to the computer without special tools.
Reset
The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases
all information stored in RAM.
Restart
See Reset.
Resume
To proceed after interruption. In your notebook this
refers to returning to active operation after having been
in one of the suspension states.
ROM
Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which information is stored by physically altering the material. Data
stored in this way can not be changed by your notebook
and does not require power to maintain it.

Shadow RAM
A technique of copying data or applications stored in
ROM (Read Only Memory) into RAM (Random Access
Memory) for access during actual operation. RAM is
much faster to access than ROM, however ROM
contents are not lost when power is removed.
Shadowing allows permanently stored information
to be rapidly accessed.
SMART
Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology
(SMART) is an emerging technology that provides nearterm failure predictions for hard drives. When SMART is
enabled the hard drive monitors pre-determined drive
attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time.
If a failure is likely to occur, SMART makes a status
report available so that the LifeBook can prompt the
user to back up the data on the drive. Naturally not all
failures are predictable. SMART predictability is limited
to those attributes which the drive can self-monitor. In
those cases where SMART can give advance warning, a
considerable amount of precious data can be saved.
SRAM
Static random access memory. A specific technology
of making RAM which does not require periodic
data refreshing.
Status Indicator
A display which reports the condition of some portion
of your hardware. On your notebook this is an LCD
screen just above the keyboard.
Stereo (audio)
A system using two channels to process sound from two
different sources.

SDRAM
Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.

Stroke (keyboard)
The amount of travel of a key when it is pressed from
resting to fully depressed.

Serial Port
A connection to another device through which data is
transferred one bit at a time on a single wire with any
other wires only for control of the device not for transfer
of data.

Suspend
To make inoperative for a period of time. Your notebook
uses various suspension states to reduce power
consumption and prolong the charge of your battery.

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SVGA
Super VGA.
S-Video
Super Video. A component video system for driving a
TV or computer monitor.
System Clock
An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchronizes the operation of the system and is counted to
provide time of day and date.
TFT
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.
UL
Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.
VGA
Video Graphics Array. A video display standard
originally introduced by IBM with the PS/2 series of
personal computers.

VRAM
Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to
video display data and control.
WFM
Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative
to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business
computing without sacrificing power and flexibility.
Write Protect
Prevent alteration of the binary state of all bits in a
storage media. Example: all information on a device
such as a floppy diskette; a block of space in a storage
media such as a partition of a hard drive; a file or directory of floppy diskette or hard drive.
XGA
Extended VGA.
Zip Drive
A 100MB read/write removable media disk drive.
Zoomed Video
A PC Card port which allows notebook PCs to deliver
full screen broadcast quality video through third party
PC Cards, including TV tuners, video capture, and
MPEG full-motion video.

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Index

Index
A

C

AC
adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 85
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
plug adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Cache Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

Anti-theft Lock Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Application
See Pre-installed Software
Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Auto/Airline Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 85

CapsLock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
CD-ROM
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Closed Cover Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Cold-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
COMM Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

B
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
charging indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
cold-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
conserving power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
dead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
faulty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
increasing life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
level indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
lithium ion battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 87
low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 63
recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
shorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
suspend mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
warm-swapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
setup utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

D
DC Output Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
DC Power Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 31
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
DIMM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 32
adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64, 65
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Drivers and Application CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
DVD/CD-ROM
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
tray release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

E

Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Emergency Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Built-in Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Built-in Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Extended Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 53

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F

L

Flexible Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

LifeBook Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
configuring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
e-mail notification LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Floppy Disk
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ejecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
initializing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
write protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

74
44
44
44
44
44
44

Floppy Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 52
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Function Key
F10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19
19
19
19
19

H
Hard Disk Drive
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

LifeBook Series Notebook
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
traveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

M
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 47
extended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
upgrade module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 53
Mini-Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 53

Modem Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

I
Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 52
Internal LAN Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
IrDA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Mouse
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
See Quick Point

N
Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

K

NumLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 18
cursor keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
numeric keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

P
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51, 87
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Index

S

PC Card
access indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17
75
45
61
46
12

Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
attaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
detaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

49
50
50
14
58

Shut Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

POST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Status Indicator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 16

Power
AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Auto/Airline adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 62
indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Suspend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

Save-to-Disk Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 36
ScrLk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
SDRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 47
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52, 88
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Software
See Pre-installed Software
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 36

T

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36, 38

Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
calibrating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
double-clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Power On Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33, 66

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
restoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
tutorials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

U

27
27
69
27

PS/2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52, 60
port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

V

Q
Quick Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
control adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
double-clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Universal Serial Bus Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

20
20
21
20
21

R
Recovery CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 35
Restarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
RJ-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
RJ-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

W
Warm-swap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34, 35
certificate of authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
end user license agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
product key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Windows keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Application key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Start keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Fujitsu PC Corporation
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Milpitas, California 95035
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