Fujitsu LifeBook C6632 User Manual

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Page 1 © Copyright 2001 Fujitsu Limited. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without the prior written consent of Fujitsu Limited. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu Limited.
Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use this product near water.
Page 3 AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS WARNING FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT EQUIPMENT WITH A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT PREVIOUSLY LABELLED PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED. Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating outside the Australian EMI Standards. Modems connected to the Australian telecommunications network must be operated in accordance with the Labelling Notice.
Page 4 NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.
Page 5 Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me The default modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me operating system is United States of America. If you are residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located.
Page 6 NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT Warnings This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others. These icons and their meanings are as follows.
Page 7 Windows ® Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”. “Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT. “Fujitsu Lifebook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”.
Page 8: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions
Configuration of this Manual SECTION 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation. SECTION 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.
Page 9 CONTENTS SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions ......2 Front ....................2 Left Panel .................... 4 Right Panel ..................5 Rear Panel ................... 7 Bottom ....................9 2. Keyboard ................10 Names and Functions of the Principal Keys ........10 About the Ten-key Mode ..............
Page 10 9. Floppy Disk ................52 Caution in Using a Floppy Disk ............52 Floppy Disks that can be Used with your Computer ......52 Inserting a Floppy Disk ..............53 Ejecting a Floppy Disk ............... 53 Protecting Data on a Floppy Disk ............54 10.
Page 11 7. Connecting a Printer ............84 Preparing Necessary Items ............... 84 Connecting a Printer ................84 Caution in Using a Printer ..............85 8. Connecting a Mouse ............86 Connecting a PS/2 mouse ..............86 Connecting a USB mouse ..............87 Disabling the Flat Point ..............
Page 12 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handling, and battery operation.
Page 13: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions
SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions Front (The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.) 1. Latch Used to lock the LCD display to prevent it from opening accidentally. To open the LCD display, release it by sliding the tab to the right. 2.
Page 14: Flat Point
3. Cover close switch When you open or close the LCD display, this switch automatically puts the computer into standby (suspending operation) mode, resumes system operation, or turns off the backlight of the LCD display. 4. SUS/RES (Suspend/Resume) switch Used to turn on your computer, to put it into standby (suspending operation) mode, or to resume system operation.
Page 15: Left Panel
Left Panel 1 23 4 1. MAIN switch The power switch of the computer 2. IEEE 1394 (DV) port Used to connect a peripheral device, e.g., a digital video camera (DV), to the computer via a DV cable. 3. S-video port Outputs S-video signals.
Page 16: Right Panel
Right Panel 1 2 3 4 CAUTION HEARING LOSS Turn down the volume to a minimum before connecting a device to the headphone jack, Line-In jack or microphone jack. Failure to do so could cause damage to the device connected or result in hearing loss because of very loud sound produced. 1.
Page 17 CAUTION HEARING LOSS Don’t raise the volume too high especially when you are listening with headphones. Listening to very loud sound for a long time could impair your hearing. HEARING LOSS Don’t turn on or off the computer while you are wearing headphones, or noise could impair your hearing.
Page 18: Rear Panel
Rear Panel 3 4 5 6 7 8 (The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.) 1. Expanded keyboard/mouse port Used to connect an optional ten-key pad or mouse. 2. Parallel port Used to connect an optional printer, etc. 3.
Page 19 6. LAN port Used to connect the computer to a local-area network (LAN) via an optional fiber-optic LAN cable to browse the Internet, or send and receive e-mail across the Internet. 7. USB port Used to connect a USB-compliant peripheral device. Three USB ports are provided for this model. 8.
Page 20: Bottom
Bottom 1. Internal battery pack An internal battery pack is installed here.
Page 21: Keyboard
2. Keyboard Names and Functions of the Principal Keys 1. Esc (Escape) key Used to cancel the current task and return to the previous task. 2. Function keys Functions assigned to these keys vary from application to application. 3. Num Lk (Numerical Lock) key Pressing the key activates the ten-key mode.
Page 22 6. Back Space key Used to delete the character on the left of the cursor. 7. Home key Press this key to move the cursor directly to the first page of the document or to the head of the row. 8.
Page 23: About The Ten-Key Mode
17. Shift key Used in combination with other keys. By pressing a key while holding the key down, you can enter the character or symbol printed in the upper case of the key. 18. Caps Lock key To fix to the English Capital mode, press the key.
Page 24: Flat Point
SECTION 1 3. Flat Point About the Flat Point The Flat Point is a handy pointing device that enables you to move the mouse pointer freely with your finger. It consists of a touch-pad, two buttons on this side of the touch-pad, and the CoolScroll between the buttons.
Page 25: How To Use The Flat Point
How to use the Flat Point “Click” means quickly pressing the left button once Click or tapping the touch-pad once. Pressing the right button once is called “right- click.” Double-click “Double-click” means pressing the left button twice in a row or tapping the touch-pad twice in a row.
Page 26 Critical Point Using the Mouse Properties dialog box that opens when you click the (Mouse) icon in the Control Panel window, you can change the functions of the left and right buttons and the mouse pointer speed. When tapping the touch-pad, tap it quickly with the tip of a finger but not strongly. The mouse pointer moves in the same direction as you slide a finger on the touch-pad.
Page 27: Coolscroll Button
SECTION 1 4. CoolScroll Button About the CoolScroll Button The CoolScroll button enables you to easily scroll a window up or down. With the CoolScroll button, you can also start applications or operate Internet Explorer. CoolScroll button Using the CoolScroll Button Feature 1.
Page 28: Using The Coolscroll Menu
Using the CoolScroll Menu Pressing the center of the CoolScroll button displays the CoolScroll button menu that enables you to start applications. 1. Press the center of the CoolScroll button. 2. Click the “In future, do not show this message.” option (1) to check it , then click OK (2).
Page 29 5. CoolScroll menu will appears different application when activate in Internet Explorer. The CoolScroll menu will appears different programs when you press CoolScroll button while the Internet Explorer is active. It contains Back, Next, Reload, Stop, Home, Add to Favorites and Menu end.
Page 30: Coolview Panel/One-Touch Buttons
SECTION 1 5. CoolView Panel/One-touch Buttons 10 11 12 13 17 18 Critical Point When the MAIN switch is off, nothing is displayed on the CoolView Panel except when the computer is being recharged. 1. SUS/RES indicator ( This indicator comes on when the computer is running and blinks in standby status. 2.
Page 31 9. PC Card Access indicator ( This indicator appears when a PC card is accessed. 10. Num Lock (Numerical Lock) indicator ( This indicator appears when the keyboard is set to ten-key mode. You can activate and deactivate the ten-key mode by pressing the key.
Page 32 Critical Point If you turn off the MAIN switch or turn on or off the SUS/RES switch while the Hard Disk Access indicator or Floppy Disk Access indicator is lit, data on the hard disk or the floppy disk could be corrupted. If the CD Auto-Insertion feature is activated, your computer checks periodically whether a CD is loaded or not, and therefore the CD Access indicator on the CoolView Panel comes on periodically.
Page 33: Starting An Application
Switching modes The following three modes are provided for the one-touch buttons. Modes Meaning Launcher mode Allows you to start the application assigned to each button. Disc mode Allows you to operate music CDs. To switch modes, simply press the Mode button. Each time you press the mode button, the one-touch Mode button buttons are switched from one mode to another, and...
Page 34: Operating A Music Cd
Operating a music CD When the one-touch buttons are in the Disc mode, you can use them to operate music CDs. Discs that can be used vary depending on each model. Buttons Stop/Eject*1 Play/Pause Previous Track *1 Next Track *2 *1.
Page 35: Lifebook Application Panel
SECTION 1 6. LifeBook Application Panel One of the unique features of your LifeBook notebook is the LifeBook Application Panel. This panel allows you to operate the Disc Player as an independent audio player (applies only to certain models) or launch applications with the touch of a button even when your system is in suspend or pseudo-off mode.
Page 36: Configuring Your Lifebook Application Panel
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. To use the E-mail LED notification, you must have access to a POP3 Server with no Security Password Authentication.
Page 37 The Application Panel Setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre- configured to launch specific applications. For a list of the default applications associated with each button, refer table below.
Page 38 The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you need only click on “Default Internet Browser” 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”...
Page 39: Configure Your E-Mail Account Settings
Configure your E-mail Account Settings Critical Point The E-mail Notification LED is available on select LifeBook notebook models only. 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.
Page 40 • 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.
Page 41 To configure Auto Mail Check This function allow you to specify day and time for checking new mail. Only applicable when the PC stays Standby. To configure Mail Check Interval This function allow you to specify an interval (minutes) for checking for a new mail during you use the computer.
Page 42 To configure Important Mail This function allow you to change the icon color on the taskbar to notifies you that an important mail comes. To configure Ring Pattern This allow you to change the LifeBook Application icon’s color on the taskbar and beeps each time you receive a new message.
Page 43 To confirue Message board You can specify a message board that you want to show on the CoolView by type in your message on the message box.You can click the preview button to view the message on the CoolView. By default the CoolView only show the clock. If you want to show the message on the CoolView , you have to right click the CoolView manager on the taskbar and select message board.
Page 44: Power Saving Function
SECTION 1 7. Power Saving Function Standby and hibernation The Standby and Hibernation features allow you to save power without shutting down Windows. Power consumption Large Operation Resume Standby Small Hibernation Standby mode This mode suspends system operation while keeping the programs and data in the system RAM (memory).
Page 45: Standby
Closing the LCD display 1. Make sure that the icon is not displayed on the CoolView Panel, then close the LCD display. After a while, the icon blinks on the CoolView Panel. LCD display CoolView Panel Resume (Restoring suspended operation) There are three ways to resume operation.
Page 46 Opening the LCD display Use this method if you placed the computer into standby mode by closing the LCD display. 1. Make sure that the icon is blinking on the CoolView Panel. 2. Open the LCD display. Unlock the LCD display by sliding the latch on the front panel to the right, and lift the display while holding the computer with a hand.
Page 47: Hibernation
Closing the LCD display 1. Make sure that the icon is not displayed on the CoolView Panel, then close the LCD display. icon is displayed on the CoolView Panel and the power is turned off after a while. LCD display CoolView Panel (The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.) Resume (Restoring suspended operation)
Page 48 Opening the LCD display Use this method if you placed the computer into hibernation mode by closing the LCD display. 1. Open the LCD display. Unlock the LCD display by sliding the latch on the front panel to the right and lift the display while holding the computer with a hand.
Page 50: Battery
Battery malfunction indicator This means that the battery is not charged properly. Critical Point When appears, turn off the power of the computer and reinstall the battery. If the indication persists, the battery is defective. Replace it with a new battery. If the battery is weak When the battery is beginning to run down, the remaining battery power indicator ( on the CoolView Panel blinks.
Page 51: Charging
Notes on Battery WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK The battery is very sensitive. When you install or remove the battery, be careful not to subject it to shocks by dropping it or otherwise. For safety, do not use a battery that has been subjected to shocks, as it may cause an electric shock or burst. Electric discharge •...
Page 52: Replacing The Internal Battery Pack
WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Before replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. Also, don’t touch any connector of the computer or battery pack to avoid electric shock or malfunction. Replacing the internal battery pack 1.
Page 53: Floppy Disk
SECTION 1 9. Floppy Disk CAUTION INJURY When inserting or ejecting a floppy disk, take care not to catch your finger in the floppy disk slot to avoid injury. Caution in Using a Floppy Disk Improper handling of a floppy disk could make it impossible to read or write data on it. To avoid this, take the following precautions when using floppy disks.
Page 54: Inserting A Floppy Disk
When purchasing floppy disks, make sure they are marked with “DOS-Formatted.” Floppy disks formatted in some environments (e.g., formatted using another maker’s model or using some software) may not be used normally with your floppy disk drive, i.e., no data may be read from them.
Page 55: Protecting Data On A Floppy Disk
Protecting Data on a Floppy Disk To prevent data on a floppy disk from being erased by mistake, slide the write-protect tab up to open the hole (the disk is write-protected). To write data on a write-protected floppy disk, slide the tab down to close the hole. Write-protect tab Write-protected write-protected...
Page 56: Cd/Dvd
SECTION 1 10. CD/DVD In this manual, CD-ROMs, music CDs and CD-R/RW are collectively referred to as CDs, and DVD-ROMs and DVD-VIDEOs are referred to as DVDs. CAUTION INJURY When inserting or ejecting a CD or DVD, don’t put your fingers on the disc tray to prevent possible injury to them.
Page 57: Caution In Writing Or Rewriting Data On A Cd-R/Rw
When you purchase CD-R/RW discs, be sure check whether they meet the data writing and rewriting speeds of your CD drive. Critical Point Don’t use CDs or DVDs other than round discs (e.g., deformed discs, including star-shaped discs and card-type discs). Data cannot be read/written correctly from/on a deformed disc or a deformed disc could cause the CD/DVD drive to fail.
Page 58: Loading A Disc
Loading a disc IMPORTANT • You should preferable power the computer from the AC adapter when frequently accessing a CD or playing back a DVD-VIDEO. • To set a disc on the disc tray, align the center of the disc with the projection at the center of the tray and push the disc down until it clicks into place.
Page 59 Critical Point If the tray won’t come out: - When Windows is terminated, switch to Disc mode, then press the Eject button. - If the MAIN switch is off (in the O position), slide it to the | position to turn the power on, and then press the EJECT button.
Page 60: Ejecting The Disc
Critical Point When you load a multi-session CD, it may take much time for your computer to get ready to start. Loading a music CD while Windows is running causes CD Player to automatically start and play the CD. You can continue the operation, using either one-touch buttons on the computer or buttons on CD Player.
Page 61 Critical Point If the tray won’t come out: - When Windows is terminated, switch to Disc mode, then press the Eject button. - If the MAIN switch is off (in the O position), slide it to the | position to turn the power on, and then press the EJECT button.
Page 62 Critical Point If the disc won’t come out: 1. Click the (My Computer) icon on the desktop. 2. Move the mouse pointer onto the CD Drive icon in the My Computer window. 3. Press the right button once on the Flat Point. 4.
Page 63: Internal Modem
SECTION 1 11. Internal Modem Your computer has a V.90-compliant built-in fax modem. CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK Before replacing the battery pack, be sure to turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. Also, don’t touch any connector of the computer or battery pack to avoid electric shock.
Page 64 2. Disconnect your telephone’s modular cable from the modular connector of the telephone line. Pull it out while pressing in the clip of the modular cable. • If your telephone line connector is rosette type, it must be changed to a modular type. If such a change is necessary, have it done by an authorized person.
Page 65: Caution In Using The Internal Modem
Critical Point The telephone is not usable with its modular cable disconnected. Do not forget to connect it for telephone use after finishing Internet communication. If the supplied modular cable is too short for your computer environment, purchase a new one with the proper length.
Page 66 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.
Page 67: Caution In Using Pc Cards
SECTION 2 1. PC Card Caution in Using PC Cards CAUTION FAILURE A PC card is composed of parts very sensitive to static electricity, and it may be dam- aged even by static built up in a human body. Before handling a PC card, always touch a metal object with your hand to discharge static.
Page 68: Installing A Pc Card
PC Cards that can be Used with your Computer Your computer is compatible with PC Card Standard-compliant Type I, Type II and Type III PC cards. For example, among these PC cards are: • Adapter card You should use this card when loading pictorial data from a smart media for digital cameras into the computer.
Page 69: Ejecting A Pc Card
1. Install the PC card. Insert the PC card fully into the PC card slot with the product name label facing up. PC card PC card slot 2. If the PC card is being installed for the first time, install any necessary driver. Some PC cards require the installation of a driver.
Page 70 CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE A PC card may be quite hot right after use. Wait for a while before removing a PC card after Step 3, to avoid burning your fingertips. INJURY When you remove a PC card, do not insert your finger into the PC card slot to avoid cutting your fingertips.
Page 71 3. Click OK. 4. Press the PC card eject button. The PC card eject button pops out. PC card eject button 5. Eject the PC card. Press the PC card eject button and pull out the PC card that has popped out. PC card PC card eject button 6.
Page 72: Connecting A Lan Cable
SECTION 2 2. LAN Your personal computer has a built-in LAN device. Preparing Necessary Items LAN cable LAN cables are available in two types: straight type and cross type.You need to use a cable that meets the data transfer rate of the network. So refer to the manual for the network device to which you intend to connect your computer and prepare an adequate cable.
Page 73 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter if it is connected. 2. Plug a LAN cable in the LAN port on the back of the computer. 3. Plug the LAN cable in the network device. Connect the other end of the LAN cable that you connected in step 2, to the LAN port of the network device.
Page 74: Expanding Memory
SECTION 2 3. Expanding Memory Preparing Necessary Items Memory (Expanded You can additionally install the memory. For the memory upgrade RAM module) please refer back to your dealer. Philips screwdriver Used to remove the screw securing the cover. Use a Philips (Size: #1) screwdriver that meets the size of the screw (M2.5).
Page 75 Critical Point To avoid damage, don’t touch any components other than those needed for installation or removal of memory. To avoid damage, be careful not to drop a screw removed, etc., in the computer. 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2.
Page 76 5. Lift the keyboard carefully to open it. Keyboard Expanded RAM module slot 6. Install the memory. Align the notch in the RAM module with the protrusion on the connector, insert it diagonally in the slot, and tilt it over until it clicks into place. Notch in the RAM module 7.
Page 77 9. Attach the screw cover as it was. Screw cover Checking the Size of the Memory Installed IMPORTANT • If memory is not installed correctly, the message “Extended memory error” appears or nothing is displayed on the screen when you turn on the computer. In such a case, turn off the MAIN switch of your computer and reinstall the memory.
Page 78 Replacing Memory 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Open the screw cover. Screw cover 3. Remove the screw (one) and slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to detach it. Cover 4.
Page 79 6. Detach memory. Disengage the hooks that hold the memory in place and detach the memory from the socket. Hook 7. Install new memory. Align the notch in the RAM module with the protrusion on the connector, insert it diagonally in the slot, and then tilt it over until it clicks into place.
Page 80 9. Attach the cover and secure it with a screw. Reattach the cover that was removed in step 3. Cover 10. Attach the screw cover as it was. Screw cover...
Page 81: Before Connecting Peripherals
Use genuine products To know about Fujitsu genuine optional devices, consult with your dealer or use our Fax Information Service. We cannot guarantee the proper function of this computer when using peripherals from other sources. If it becomes necessary to use a peripheral from another source, consult with the manufacturer of that product.
Page 82: Connecting A Usb Device
SECTION 2 5. Connecting a USB Device Preparing Necessary Items USB device Refers to USB standard-compliant devices. Here are typical examples of USB devices. Prepare a USB device that meets your need. • Digital camera • CCD camera • Mouse •...
Page 83: Connecting A Tv
SECTION 2 6. Connecting a TV Preparing Necessary Items TV set Use a TV set with S-video signal input terminals. Used to connect a TV to your computer. Prepare a commercially AV cable (For available AV cable. connection to S-video port) Manual for the TV Ways of connection vary from TV to TV.
Page 84 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Turn off the TV and unplug its power cable. 3. Plug a commercially available AV cable in the S-video port on the left panel of the computer. At that time, fully insert the AV cable in the S-video port.
Page 85: Connecting A Printer
SECTION 2 7. Connecting a Printer Preparing Necessary Items Printer Prepare a printer that supports Windows Me. Printer driver Some printers come with a CD or floppy disk containing their respective drivers. If two or more floppy disks are included with the printer, use one that is compatible with Windows installed on your computer or that is marked with “For Window Me”,“For PC/AT-compatible computers”.
Page 86: Caution In Using A Printer
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Plug the printer cable in the parallel port on the back of the computer. The parallel port is trapezoid when viewed from the front. (1) Insert the cable connector in the parallel port securely in correct orientation, then (2) tighten the screws on both sides of the connector to secure it.
Page 87: Connecting A Mouse
SECTION 2 8. Connecting a Mouse IMPORTANT • For serial mice, there is no guarantee that the mouse pointer will move correctly. Connecting a PS/2 mouse You can connect a PS/2 standard-compliant mouse (PS/2 mouse) to your computer through the Expanded Keyboard/Mouse port. 1.
Page 88: Connecting A Usb Mouse
Connecting a USB mouse Through the USB port, you can connect an optional USB mouse to your computer. 1. Plug the USB mouse cable in a USB port on the back of the computer. Insert straight the cable connector in the USB port in correct orientation. USB port (The illustration varies depending on the model and use conditions.) Critical Point...
Page 89 IMPORTANT • Don’t disable the Flat Point before connecting a USB mouse to your computer. Critical Point Restarting the computer or resuming system operation reactivates the Flat Point. To disable it, you need to press the key again while holding the key down.
Page 90: Connecting An External Display
SECTION 2 9. Connecting an External Display Preparing Necessary Items External display Prepare an external display that supports PC/AT-compatible or DOS/V computers. Display cable Used to connect an external display to your computer. Usually, a display cable is connected to the back of a display or included with a display.
Page 91 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC adapter from it. 2. Plug the display cable in the external display port on the back of the computer. The external display port is trapezoid when viewed from the front. (1) Insert the cable connector in the external display port in correct orientation, then (2) tighten the screws on both sides of the connector to secure it.
Page 92: External Display
SECTION 2 Scanning Frequencies of the External Display External Display Using the display driver, you can select scanning frequencies from among those listed below. Resolution (pixel) Horizontal scanning frequency (kHz) Vertical scanning frequency (kHz) 640 X480 31 - 43 60 - 85 800 X600 37 - 53 60 - 85...
Page 93: Regulatory Notices
• If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. A shielded interface cable with a ferrite core must be...
Page 94 2. In the event this device causes radio frequency interference to an on-premises radio station for identification of mobile units, immediately change the frequency used or break off connection, and consult Fujitsu Service Center about preventive measures against radio frequency interference (for example, installation of partitions).
Page 95 Trademarks and their abbreviations In this user’s guide, the trademarks of the following products are abbreviated as follows: Trademark Abbreviation Fujitsu LifeBook System or personal computer Modem Station (Bluetooth™ compatible) Modem Station Screen examples and illustrations The screens and illustrations shown in this guide are one of examples. Each screen and...
Page 96: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Warnings This guide uses graphical symbols to highlight instructions that you must follow to avoid personal injury or damage to property when using the system. Before reading this guide, read the following explanation thoroughly to fully understand the meanings of these symbols.
Page 97: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions WARNING MANDATORY Stop the radio wave from Bluetooth™ or turn off the personal computer in a hospital or near a medical electronic system. Don’t bring the system in an operating room, particularly in a CCU (cardiac care unit), otherwise radio waves transmitted by the unit could affect medial electric systems and cause an accident by its malfunction.
Page 98: Preparation For Quick Connections
Preparation for quick connections To establish a quick connection, you have to update Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility and configure your Bluetooth™ beforehand. IMPORTANT • If you are using a Modem Station, you have to uninstall Modem Setup Tool before updating Bluetooth™...
Page 99 6. Click “OK” in the “Add/Remove Programs Properties” dialog box that appears. 7. Click the “Start” button and select “Shut Down””. 8. Click to choose “Restart”, and then click “OK”. Your personal computer shuts down and restarts. After your computer restarts, perform the following steps to install the new version of Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility.
Page 100 Configuring the Bluetooth™ To configure your Bluetooth™ using Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility, follow these steps. 1. Turn on your personal computer and wait for Windows to start. 2. Double-click in the task tray. 3. (1) Select the device address under Local device, and (2) click “Properties”. (The figure shown below varies depending on the system configuration.) Critical Point The number x in “COMx”...
Page 101 4. Enter a device name in the “Device Name” box. Critical Point The device name refers to the name you give to your Bluetooth™ device. In addition to alphanumeric characters, Japanese characters can also be used for the device name. Remember however that the device name should be descriptive since it is displayed on the desktop screen of the remote devices.
Page 102: Starting Quick Connection Tool
1. Click in the task tray. The FUJITSU Bluetooth (TM) Quick Connection Tool dialog box appears, as shown below. If multiple Bluetooth™ devices are found, you can select the device to which you want to connect. General outlines of services LAN connection Allows you to connect to a network, using NDIS service.
Page 103: Lan Connections
LAN connections To connect to a network, using NDIS service, follow these steps. Critical Point You can connect to up to 3 Bluetooth™ devices at the same time. 1. Set up a network configuration, following instructions of “To the Users of the Bluetooth™”. 2.
Page 104 Critical Point In this step, you can also enter a Bluetooth™ passkey in the Bluetooth Passkey (PIN Code) box to register it. For more information, see the Quick Connection Settings dialog box. If you searched for devices, using Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility, perform these additional steps.
Page 105: File Transfer
7. When a connection is established, turns to File transfer To transfer a file, follow these steps. For the installation and setting procedures that you need to perform before using this feature, see “File transfer function (Bluetooth™ Link)”. 1. Configure the file transfer function, following the steps described in the “File transfer function (Bluetooth™...
Page 106 4. In the “Remote Device Address” box, enter the address of the device to which you want to transfer a file. Critical Point In this step, you can also enter a Bluetooth™ passkey in the “Bluetooth™ Passkey (PIN Code)” box to register it. For more information, see the Quick Connection Settings dialog box.
Page 107 5. Click “OK”. 6. Click the “Connect” button next to “File Transfer”. Critical Point If you are asked to enter a Bluetooth passkey (PIN code), enter the Bluetooth™ passkey for the remote device, and click “OK”. 7. When a connection is established, turns to For file manipulating methods, see “Manipulating files”.
Page 108: Dial-Up Connections
Dial-up connections To connect to a dial-up service through the Modem Station, follow these steps. Critical Point Updating Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility causes the COM number of the model to change to “COM8”. 1. Configure your Modem Station and the device to which you want to connect, following instructions of the “To Users of the Bluetooth™”...
Page 109 Critical Point In this step, you can also enter a Bluetooth™ passkey in the “Bluetooth™ Passkey (PIN Code)” box to register it. The device address and the Bluetooth™ passkey for your Modem Station are printed on the label affixed to the left side of the Modem Station. For more information, see the Quick Connection Settings dialog box on.
Page 110: Fax Connections
7. When a connection is established, turns to Fax connections To connect to a fax machine through the Modem Station, follow these steps. Critical Point Updating Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility causes the COM number of the modem to change to “COM8”.
Page 111 4. In the “Remote Device Address” box, enter the address of the fax machine to which you want to connect. Critical Point In this step, you can also enter a Bluetooth™ passkey in the “Bluetooth™ Passkey (PIN Code)” box to register it. The device address and the Bluetooth™...
Page 112 5. Click “OK”. 6. Click the “Connect” button for” Fax Connection”. Critical Point If you are asked to enter a Bluetooth passkey (PIN code), enter the Bluetooth™ passkey set for your Modem Station, and click “OK”. The Bluetooth™ passkey for your Modem Station is printed on the label affixed to the left side of the Modem Station.
Page 113: I-Point Connection
i-Point connection i-Point is only available in selected market. To connect to an i-Point, follow these steps. Critical Point The settings described below are not necessarily required to connect to the i-Point. In addition to connecting to the i-Point, these settings can also be used for connecting to a Bluetooth™...
Page 114 Critical Point In this step, you can also enter a Bluetooth™ passkey in the “Bluetooth™ Passkey (PIN Code)” box to register it. If needed, enter the Bluetooth™ passkey for the i-Point. For more information, see the “Quick Connection Settings dialog box”. If you searched for devices, using Bluetooth™...
Page 115 7. When a connection is established, turns to...
Page 116: Simultaneous Connections
Simultaneous connections If you want to use multiple services at the same time, you can connect to them simultaneously. To do so, follow these steps. 1. Double-click in the task tray. 2. Click the “Quick Connection Settings” tab. 3. In the “Set up services you want to use simultaneously” section, select the services to which you want to connect simultaneously.
Page 117 6. Click “Simultaneous Connection”. Your personal computer is connected to all services you selected. Selected simultaneously...
Page 118: Breaking Off A Quick Connection
Breaking off a quick connection 1. Click the “Disconnect” button for the service from which you want to disconnect. Click the “Disconnect” buttons for all services from which you want to disconnect. When the services are disconnected, turns to Quick Connection Settings dialog box (The appearance of the dialog box varies depending on the service used and the situation in which your Bluetooth™...
Page 119 Local Service Name Displays the name of the local service used. The local service cannot be changed. Remote Device Address Used to enter the address of the remote device to which you want to connect. If multiple Bluetooth™ devices are found by Device Search by means of Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility, you can select a device from among them.
Page 120: Changing Settings
Changing settings Changing COM ports To change COM ports, follow these steps. 1. Double-click in the task tray. 2. (1) Click the address of the local device, and (2) click “Properties”. (The appearances of the dialog boxes shown below vary depending on the situation in which your Bluetooth™...
Page 121 3. (1) Click to select the port you want to use, and (2) click “Add”. Critical Point If you want to use multiple serial ports, add them by repeating the same steps. (Up to 4 serial ports can be used at the same time.) Up to 4 ports can be registered in addition to the Modem and i-Point ports.
Page 122 Setting up the “Quick Connection Settings” tab (The appearance of the above dialog box varies depending on the situation in which the Bluetooth™ is used.) Set up the Quick Connection dialog box Allows you to specify whether to display the Quick Connection dialog box when you launch Bluetooth™ PC Driver Utility.
Page 123: General Outlines Of The File Transfer Function
General outlines of the file transfer function This section explains how to transfer files. With the file transfer application “Bluetooth™ Link”, you can exchange files between two computers connected each other through the Bluetooth™. 1. Installation 2. Start 3. Settings 4.
Page 124: Starting/Exiting Bluetooth™ Link
6. Click “Next” again. A dialog box appears, asking whether you want to copy files. 7. Click “Next”. Windows starts copying all necessary files. Upon completion of copying, it displays a message informing of the completion of setup. 8. Click “Finish”. Starting/exiting Bluetooth™...
Page 125: Settings
Settings Critical Point No file can be transferred when a setup window is opened on the remote device’s desktop screen. This section explains how to set up COM ports and how to select the folder you want to share with the other computer.
Page 126 3. (1) Select the folder you want to share with other computers, and (2) click “OK”. (1) In this window, the Share folder is selected. IMPORTANT • Sharing folders between two computers makes it possible to access all shared folders through each computer.
Page 127: Security Setting
3. Click “OK”. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 above on the other personal computer. Advanced settings Security setting Passwords set for preventing other people from using the file transfer function without permission are referred to as authentication keys. When you try to connect to a computer protected by an authentication key, a dialog box appears, prompting you to enter the authentication key, and you have to enter the authentication key for the computer to gain access to it.
Page 128 Specifying a timeout period You can specify a length of time for which your computer waits the other computer to respond to it. The timeout period is factory-set for 60 seconds by default. Critical Point Under normal conditions, there is no need to change this setting. 1.
Page 129: Working With Files
Preparation for working with files Perform the following steps. 1. Start Bluetooth™ Link on both your computer and the other computer. 2. Connect your computer to the other computer, following the steps described in the “File transfer” section. 3. Click (My Computer) on your desktop.
Page 130 Creating a new folder in a shared folder in the other computer 1. Right-click blank space in the “Shared Folder” window and select “New Folder”. 2. Type a name for the folder, and click “OK”. Synchronizing files or folders Files or folders can be synchronized between two computers. If files or folders you want to synchronize exist in both computers, synchronizing them causes the old file or folder to be overwritten with the new file.
Page 131: Q & A For Troubleshooting
Q & A for troubleshooting Trouble Cause and remedy A change made to the 1. Select “Properties” of the other party’s remote device, and set Bluetooth™ passkey common Information Storage Period to “0” (days). to all remote devices or 2. Right-click in the task tray, click “Exit Bluetooth (TM) Task Bluetooth™...
Page 132 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.
Page 133: When This Happens
1. When This Happens When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related items. The power does not come on. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the AC adaptor connected?
Page 134 Checkpoint Cause and Solution Have you been pressing any On this computer, if the power management functions are set of the keys? and no key is pressed for a certain period of time, the CPU stops and the LCD panel backlight goes out. (In this state, pressing any key lights up the backlight again.) If the computer stops too frequently, change the BIOS setup settings.
Page 135 Floppy disk or LS-120 disk can not be used. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the floppy disk loaded into Insert the floppy disk with its label facing up, into the drive the floppy disk drive correctly? shutter and keep inserting firmly until you hear a clicking sound. Is the floppy disk formatted? New floppy disks can not be used until they are formatted (initialized).
Page 136 The power management function is not executed. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is Power Savings set to off in Reset the BIOS setup. the BIOS setup? Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the CD-ROM correctly set? Set the CD-ROM correctly with its label facing upwards.
Page 137: Maintenance Of Your Computer
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.
Page 138 • 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 •...
Page 139 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...
Page 140: Floppy Disks And Drives
• 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. •...
Page 141 • 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/CD-RW/CDs. •...
Page 142: Glossary
SECTION 3 3. 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.
Page 143 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 be crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear from reading.
Page 144 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. Megabyte. Megahertz 1,000,000 cycles per second. Memory A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your notebook CPU. Megahertz.
Page 145 PCMCIA PCMCIA is 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 or equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a computer. Examples: a printer, a mode, a CD-ROM.
Page 146 Driver A computer program which converts application and operating system commands to external devices into the exact from required by a specific brand and model of device in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment. Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high speed data communication and interconnection between electronic devices.
Page 147 An abbreviation for infrared. IrDA Infrared Data Association. An organization which produces standards for communication using infrared as the carrier. Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal to the CPU that an external event has occurred which needs to be processed. Kilobyte.
Page 148 SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory. 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. 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.
Page 149 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. 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.
Page 150 Index AC Adapter Indicator ........19 DC-IN Jack ........... 4 Antitheft Lock Port ........4 Desktop Control Panel ....... 37 Application Launcher Buttons Dial-up Connection ......101, 107 Disc Player Buttons ....... 24 Disc Player ..........36 Enabling/Disabling ......... 27 DVD/CD-RW/CDs ........
Page 151 Hard Disk Access Indicator ......19 Main Switch ..........4 Headphone Jack .......... 5 Maintenance ..........136 BATTERIES ......... 138 DVD/CD-RW/CDs ........ 139 FLOPPY DISKS AND DRIVES .... 139 LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK ..... 136 i-Point Connection ........112 PC CARDS .......... 140 IEEE 1394 (DV) Port ........
Page 152 Quick Connection Settings ....117, 121 Troubleshooting ........130 Bluetooth™ Passkey (PIN Code) ..118 TV .............. 82 Local Service Name ......118 Remote Device Address ...... 118 Quick Connection Tool ......101 Dial-up Connection ......101 Updating Bluetooth™ PC driver utility ..97 Fax Connection ........

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