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  • Page 1 Fujitsu Limited. reproduced, or translated, without prior written The following are registered trademarks of IBM consent of Fujitsu. No part of this publication may Corporation: IBM, IBM PC AT, IBM PS/2. be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu.
  • Page 2 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s 9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power IMPORTANT SAFETY cord. Do not locate this product where INSTRUCTIONS persons will walk on the cord. 10.
  • Page 3 14. CAUTION. When replacing the battery, be sure to install it with the polarities in the correct position. There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type or is mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
  • Page 4 Purchaser to regularly back up the data. Fujitsu industrial use, but is not designed,developed and and its affiliates, suppliers, service providers and...
  • Page 5 C o py r i g h t Call Attempts/Retries: AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS Applications software shall be configured so that no more than 3 attempts are made to establish a connection to a given number (Note: if the modem WARNING can detect service tones, up to 10 attempts can FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT be made).
  • Page 6 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s Some parameters required for compliance with NEW ZEALAND Telecom’s Telepermit requirements are WARNINGS dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this device. The associated equipment shall The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal be set to operate within the following limits for equipment indicates only that Telecom has...
  • Page 7 C o py r i g h t Note: Modem setting in Windows B. If you are located in New Zealand 1. Click start select Control panel select "Phone and Modem Options". A. If you are located in Australia 2. Double click New Location. 1.
  • Page 8 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s viii LB_GARLICS 00 (Intro) 21/7/03, 5:57 PM...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s ® Fujitsu LifeBook S Series Table of Contents Touchpad Pointing Device CLICKING ............ 18 DOUBLE-CLICKING ........19 PREFACE DRAGGING ..........19 TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT ..19 Preface SCROLLING ..........
  • Page 10 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s Device Ports Starting Your LifeBook Notebook MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK ..52 POWER ON ..........34 INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK ....52 BOOT SEQUENCE ........34 BIOS SETUP UTILITY .........
  • Page 11 Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s APPENDIX: INTEGRATED WIRELESS LAN USER’S GUIDE FCC REGULATORY INFORMATION ... 95 Before Using the Wireless LAN FOR BETTER COMMUNICATIONS .... 99 STOPPING TRANSMISSION ...... 99 STARTING TRANSMISSION ....... 99 Connection using Windows XP FLOW OF OPERATIONS ......
  • Page 12 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s LB_GARLICS 00 (TOC) 21/7/03, 6:06 PM...
  • Page 13 Preface LB_GARLICS 01 (01-04) 21/7/03, 6:22 PM...
  • Page 14 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 1 LB_GARLICS 01 (01-04) 21/7/03, 6:22 PM...

  • Page 15: Preface

    Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The point icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject The LifeBook ® S2000 notebook from Fujitsu is a material. powerful mobile computer. It is powered by a Low Voltage Mobile Athlon XP-M...
  • Page 16 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 1 LB_GARLICS 01 (01-04) 21/7/03, 6:22 PM...

  • Page 17: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook NoteBook LB_GARLICS 02 (05-15) 21/7/03, 6:22 PM...
  • Page 18 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 LB_GARLICS 02 (05-15) 21/7/03, 6:22 PM...

  • Page 19: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k Display Panel Stereo Speaker Status Indicator Panel LifeBook Security/Application Panel Power/Suspend/Resume Button Stereo Speaker Keyboard Touchpad Pointing Scroll Button Right Button Display Panel Latch...

  • Page 20: Left-Side Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 PC Card Slot Headphone Jack Microphone Jack PC Card Eject Button Air Vents Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components.

  • Page 21: Right-Side Panel Components

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k Flexible Bay (CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW drive/battery) Anti-Theft Lock Slot Emergency Tray Release Flexible Bay Eject Lever Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components.

  • Page 22: Back Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 Infrared Port DC Power Jack Modem (RJ-11) Port Air vents Wireless LAN Switch External Monitor Port LAN (RJ-45) Jack USB 2.0 Ports (Qty.
  • Page 23 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k USB 2.0 Ports The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480Mbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices, which transfer data at up to 12Mbps.

  • Page 24: Bottom Components

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 Port Replicator Certificate of Connector Authenticity Memory Upgrade Label (approximate Compartment location) Main Unit and Configuration Label Lithium ion Battery Bay...

  • Page 25: Status Indicator Panel

    The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell AC ADAPTER INDICATOR you how each of those components are The AC Adapter indicator states whether your operating.

  • Page 26: Battery Level Indicators

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The two Battery Level indicators state whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery and/or the The Optical Drive Access indicator tells you that optional second Lithium ion battery are installed the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being...

  • Page 27: Numlk Indicator

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the integral keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad.

  • Page 28: Keyboard

    [Fn] key to produce special actions that USING THE KEYBOARD vary depending on what program is running. Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 82-key keyboard. The keys perform all the • Windows keys: These keys work with your...

  • Page 29: Windows Keys

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k • [Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while WINDOWS KEYS holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys, LifeBook notebook.** consisting of a Start key and an Application key.

  • Page 30: Touchpad Pointing Device

    The Touchpad pointing device comes built into immediately release it. To right-click, move the your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press control the movement of the pointer to select the right button once, and then immediately items on your display panel.

  • Page 31: Double-Clicking

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k DOUBLE-CLICKING Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left 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 the left button twice, and then immediately release it.

  • Page 32: Volume Control

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. Any software that contains an audio player will also contain a volume control of its own.
  • Page 33 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k Flexible Bay Eject Lever Flexible Bay Figure 2-17. Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a CD-ROM Drive Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate an optical drive (i.e., a modular DVD drive, CD- DVD/CD-RW...

  • Page 34: Flexible Bay Devices

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES Be careful when aligning and seating devices There are two ways to remove and install modular in the bay.

  • Page 35: Setting Up Your Lifebook Security Panel

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k Security/Application Launcher buttons (for entering passwords and launching applications) Enter button Figure 2-20. LifeBook Security/Application Panel Enter Button LifeBook Security/ After entering the button strokes, push this button Application Panel...

  • Page 36: Operating Your Lifebook Security/Application Panel

    1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Run. Incorrect Password Entry 3. Type in: If an invalid supervisor or user password is C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\Security entered three times in succession, the system Panel Application\Supervisor will “beep” for about one minute. If a valid \FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter]...

  • Page 37: Precautions

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k Removing Security Panel Application with PRECAUTIONS Passwords Still Active Opening and Closing the Cover Using this feature will not allow any changes to Closing the cover automatically places the the password.

  • Page 38: Launching Applications With The Security/Application Panel

    1. Click on Start -> Control Panel -> Other If you forget both passwords, please contact Control Panel Options -> Application Fujitsu Service and Support. Fujitsu charges Panel. a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook notebook. When calling The Application Panel Setup utility will appear.
  • Page 39 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i fe B o o k The Internet and Email tabs are different. They come set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer) and email application If your system has dedicated one of the (Outlook Express), unless you have changed application launcher buttons to be an Internet...
  • Page 40 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 2 LB_GARLICS 02 (16-28) 21/7/03, 6:24 PM...

  • Page 41: Getting Started With Your Lifebook Notebook

    G e t t i n g S t a r t e d w i t h yo u r L i fe B o o k N o t e b o o k Getting Started with your LifeBook Notebook LB_GARLICS 03 (29-38) 21/7/03, 6:24 PM...
  • Page 42 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 3 LB_GARLICS 03 (29-38) 21/7/03, 6:24 PM...

  • Page 43: Power Sources

    Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery Power Sources Power Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three 1. Be sure that you have at least one charged possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery installed.

  • Page 44: Display Panel

    Display Panel • [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display. Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display • [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright the brightness of the display.

  • Page 45: Closing The Display Panel

    G e t t i n g S t a r t e d w i t h yo u r L i fe B o o k N o t e b o o k You may need to readjust the brightness level periodically, depending on your operating environment.

  • Page 46: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu To turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off logo until your operating system is loaded. During...
  • Page 47 To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook. 2. Press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen with a prompt below it. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.

  • Page 48: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 3 SUSPEND MODE Power Management Suspend mode in Windows saves the contents Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has many of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory features for conserving battery power. Some of during periods of inactivity by maintaining power these features are automatic and need no user to critical parts.

  • Page 49: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    G e t t i n g S t a r t e d w i t h yo u r L i fe B o o k N o t e b o o k HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE If you are running your LifeBook notebook The Hibernation feature saves the contents of on battery power, be aware that the your LifeBook notebook’s system memory to the...

  • Page 50: Display Timeout

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 3 Using the Hibernation Feature 3. Click OK to restart your notebook. Your notebook will shut down and then reboot. 1.

  • Page 51: User-Installable Features

    User-Installable Features LB_GARLICS 04 (39-47) 21/7/03, 6:25 PM...
  • Page 52 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 4 LB_GARLICS 04 (39-47) 21/7/03, 6:25 PM...

  • Page 53: Lithium Ion Battery

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s Lithium ion Battery RECHARGING THE BATTERIES If you want to know the condition of the primary Your LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level that provides power for operating your notebook indicator located on the Status Indicator panel.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Battery

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 4 REPLACING THE BATTERY With the purchase of an additional battery, you Once the low batter y notification can have a fully charged spare to swap with one message appears, you need to save all that is not charged.
  • Page 55 U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s 1. Plug an AC Adapter into the system and connect it to a power outlet. Battery Bay Release Latch Battery Bay Release Latch...

  • Page 56: Optical Drive

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 4 Media Holder Tray Media Eject Button Figure 4-3. Optical Drive Optical Drive There is a variety of media available to use with Install your media player software before first your system, depending upon the system using the optical drive.

  • Page 57: Loading Media On Your Drive

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s If you have disabled the Auto Inser t All LifeBook DVD players are set to play Notification Function, you will have to start DVD titles with region code number 3 the drive from your desktop, since your which is specified for the Asia Pacific...

  • Page 58: Pc Cards

    1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on the installation of your card. Some PC Cards may require your notebook Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type I to be Off while installing them. and II PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions.
  • Page 59 U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s If the dialog box states that the device cannot be removed, you must save all of your open files, close any open applications and shut down your notebook.

  • Page 60: Memory Upgrade Module

    5. Remove the memory upgrade module from Memory Upgrade Module the static guarded sleeve. Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a 6. Align the memory upgrade module with the minimum of 256MB of high speed Double Data component side up. Align the connector edge...

  • Page 61: To Remove Amemory Upgrade Module

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s You can check the memory capacity by clicking TO REMOVE A [Start] -> Control Panel, then double-clicking the MEMORY UPGRADE System icon.

  • Page 62: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator* The USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. There are two USB 2.0 ports Port Replicator is available for your Fujitsu on the Port Replicator. LifeBook notebook. The Port Replicator extends the functionality of your notebook by providing USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect any USB 2.0...

  • Page 63: Front Panel Components

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s Port Replicator Release Latch Docking Port Figure 4-13. Port Replicator front panel FRONT PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of the Port Replicator’s front panel components.

  • Page 64: Device Ports

    Device Ports INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and the Port internal Fast Ethernet connection. You may need Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to to configure your notebook to work with your which you can connect exter nal devices particular network.

  • Page 65: Serial Port

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s SERIAL PORT DOCKING PORT The serial port, or COMM port, located on the The docking port is used for the connection of Port Replicator allows you to connect serial your notebook to port replicator.

  • Page 66: Infrared Port

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 4 The IEEE 1394 por t on your LifeBook Do not move either device while notebook is a 4-pin type. If you want to communication is active as it may connect a 6-pin device, you will need to interrupt data transmission.

  • Page 67: External Monitor Port

    U s e r - I n s t a l l a b l e Fe a t u r e s EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. In order to connect an external monitor follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 68 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 4 LB_GARLICS 04 (48-56) 21/7/03, 6:26 PM...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting LB_GARLICS 05 (57-74) 21/7/03, 6:26 PM...
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  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and fastest possible solution: subject to few problems in the field. However, you may encounter simple setup or operating •...

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting Table

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Audio Problem There is no sound The software volume Adjust the sound volume control settings in coming from the control is set too low.
  • Page 73 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Optical Drive Problems LifeBook notebook Windows DVD/CD-RW/ Start the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM from the fails to recognize CD-ROM auto insertion desktop or application software or re-enable function is disabled.
  • Page 74 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Hard Drive Problems You cannot access The setup utility is Revise BIOS settings to set both Primary your hard drive.
  • Page 75 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Memory Problems Your Info menu of Your memory upgrade Remove and re-install your memory upgrade the BIOS setup module is not properly module.
  • Page 76 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution PC Card Problems A card inserted in The card is not properly Remove and re-install the card.
  • Page 77 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Power Failures You turn on your The power adapter (AC Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check LifeBook notebook adapter) has no power for a line switch or tripped circuit breaker for from the AC outlet.
  • Page 78 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Power Failures The batteries You are running an Use both the primary battery and an optional seem to discharge application that uses a second battery and/or use a power adapter for...
  • Page 79 The system The boot sequence Set the operating source by pressing the settings of the setup utility [ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen powers up and displays power-on are not compatible with or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility information, but your configuration.
  • Page 80 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Shutdown and Startup Problems Your notebook BIOS setup changes were Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit appears to change not saved when you made when exiting the BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 81 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Video Problems The LifeBook Power On Self Test Contact your support representative. notebook turned (POST) has detected a failure which does not on with a series of allow the display to beeps and your...
  • Page 82 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Video Problems The application You are running an Display compression gives a clearer but display uses only a application that does not smaller display for applications that do not...

  • Page 83: Power On Self Test Messages

    Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g *Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number nnnn POWER ON SELF TEST This is a map of the bits at the memory address MESSAGES (in System, Extended, or Shadow memory) which Using the Troubleshooting Table failed the memory test.
  • Page 84 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 *Keyboard controller error *Parity Check 2 nnnn The keyboard controller test failed. You may have Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller to locate the address and display it on the screen.
  • Page 85 Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g 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.
  • Page 86 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 5 LB_GARLICS 05 (57-74) 21/7/03, 6:27 PM...

  • Page 87: Caring For Your Lifebook Notebook

    Caring for your LifeBook Notebook LB_GARLICS 06 (75-80) 21/7/03, 6:27 PM...
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  • Page 89: Care And Maintenance

    C a r i n g fo r y o u r L i fe B o o k N o t e b o o k • Do not expose your LifeBook notebook to Care and Maintenance direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140°...

  • Page 90: Batteries

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 6 Traveling with your LifeBook notebook BATTERIES • Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while Caring for your Batteries it is turned on.

  • Page 91: Media Care

    C a r i n g fo r y o u r L i fe B o o k N o t e b o o k • Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets MEDIA CARE or devices that generate strong magnetic Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R) fields.
  • Page 92 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 6 LB_GARLICS 06 (75-80) 21/7/03, 6:27 PM...
  • Page 93 Glossary LB_GARLICS 07 (81-92) 21/7/03, 6:27 PM...
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  • Page 95: Glossary

    G l o s s a r y Boot Glossary To start-up a computer and load its operating AC Adapter system from disk, ROM or other storage media A device which converts the AC voltage from a into RAM. wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook.
  • Page 96 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 7 Command Disk Drive An instruction which you give your operating The hardware which spins the disk and has the system.
  • Page 97 G l o s s a r y Encryption Key (Network Key) Infrared Key information used to encode data for data Light just beyond the red portion of the visible transfer. light spectrum which is invisible to humans. This device uses the same encryption key to Infrastructure encode and decode the data, and the identical encryption key is required between the sender...
  • Page 98 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 7 LPT Port MPU-401 Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors. interface ports because historically line printers were the first and latter the most common device connected to parallel ports.
  • Page 99 G l o s s a r y Peripheral Device A piece of equipment which performs a specific Random Access Memor y. A hardware function associated with but not integral to a component of your LifeBook notebook that holds computer. binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
  • Page 100 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 7 SMART S-Video Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Repor ting Super Video. A component video system for Technology (SMART) is an emerging technology driving a TV or computer monitor.
  • Page 101 G l o s s a r y Wi-Fi Compatible Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) identifies that the product has passed the interoperability test, supplied by the WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance), which guarantees the interoperability of wireless IEEE 802.11 LAN products. For more information on the Wi-Fi standard, go to the Web site at: www.wi-fi.org WLAN...

  • Page 102: Regulatory Information

    Changes or modifications not expressly approved premises wiring and telephone network must by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules operate the equipment. and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A...
  • Page 103 Any repairs or alterations not expressly or individual. approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 104 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - S e c t i o n 7 NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) UL Notice for this terminal equipment is 0.0. The REN This unit requires an AC adapter to operate.
  • Page 105 Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN User’s Guide LB_GARLICS 08 (93-105) 21/7/03, 6:28 PM...
  • Page 106 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x LB_GARLICS 08 (93-105) 21/7/03, 6:28 PM...

  • Page 107: Wireless Lan User's

    W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e interference caused by such unauthorized FCC REGULATORY modification, substitution or attachment. The INFORMATION Manufacturer and its authorized resellers or Please note the following regulatory information distributors will assume no liability for any related to the optional wireless LAN device.
  • Page 108 (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment. LB_GARLICS 08 (93-105) 21/7/03, 6:28 PM...
  • Page 109 Ad Hoc Mode (See Figure 1) The Integrated Wireless LAN is an optional The “Ad Hoc Mode” refers to the network device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. connecting two computers using wireless LAN This manual describes the basic operating cards. This connection is called an “Ad Hoc procedures for the Wireless LAN (referred to as network.”...
  • Page 110 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x In the Ad Hoc mode, you can use the function To improve this situation, you can use a wireless supported by Microsoft Network, such as File and LAN access point, which is sold separately.

  • Page 111: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e FOR BETTER COMMUNICATIONS STOPPING TRANSMISSION This personal computer may not operate properly To use this product inside hospitals, clinics, or due to the operating environment.

  • Page 112: Connection Using Windows Xp

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Connection using Windows XP Wireless channels 1 to 11 are used for the IEEE802.11b compliant wireless LAN FLOW OF OPERATIONS adopted by this personal computer.
  • Page 113 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e 1. Make sure that the Wireless LAN switch is 10. Enter the WEP key for encoding switched on. communications data. 2.

  • Page 114: Connection To The Network

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x • Use five or thirteen characters to 13. Verify that the network name entered in step enter the key in the ASCII character 7 above is added in [Preferred Networks], code format.
  • Page 115 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e 6. Click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP] and then a. The setting of [Full computer name:] click [Properties]. The[Internet Protocol (TCP/ denotes the name for identifying the IP) Properties] window will be displayed.
  • Page 116 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Setting the file-sharing function The procedure for setting the file-sharing function follows, with the “work” folder in drive C: as an To share a file and/or the connected printer, example.
  • Page 117 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Setting the printer-sharing function Connecting your personal computer to another personal computer 1. Click the [Start] button first and then [Printers and FAX].

  • Page 118: Connection Using Windows 2000

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Connection using Windows 2000 Wireless channels 1 to 11 are used for the IEEE802.11b-compliant wireless LAN FLOW OF OPERATIONS adopted by this personal computer.

  • Page 119: Connection To The Network

    W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Infrastructure connection: For ad hoc connections, enter the same Assign the appropriate data according to the network key for all computers connected ID code of the access point to be accessed.
  • Page 120 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x 3. Right-click [Local Area Connection], and click • The setting of [Full computer name] denotes the name for identifying the [Properties] in the menu displayed.
  • Page 121 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Setting the Microsoft network-sharing • “Comment” service Enter explanatory statements or notes about the folder to be shared. 1. Click [Start] -> [Settings] -> [Control Panel]. •...
  • Page 122 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Connecting your personal computer to another personal computer 1. Double-click [My Network Places] on the Desktop. The [My Network Places] window will be displayed.

  • Page 123: Troubleshooting

    W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution...
  • Page 124 L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unavailable It takes too long to Retrieve computers as follow: network connection retrieve the network and Windows XP: display the connected...
  • Page 125 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unavailable Incorrect setting of IP If [Cable Disconnected] or [Media network connection address Disconnected] is displayed without showing IP address, check the setting of network (continued) name (SSID) and network key.

  • Page 126: Wireless Lan Glossary

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x Infrastructure Wireless LAN Glossary A designation of Wireless LAN network Ad hoc configurations. It indicates a form of communication using an Access Point.
  • Page 127 W i r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’s G u i d e Network key Shared key authentication Data that is used for encrypting data in data One of the network authentication types for communication.

  • Page 128: Ip Address Information

    L i f e B o o k S S e r i e s - A p p e n d i x IP address information If IP address is unknown, set IP address as follows: If you have an access point (DHCP server) on the network, set the IP address as follows: Windows 2000: [Obtain an IP address automatically]...

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