Copyright Copyright Fujitsu PC Corporation has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this document. However, as ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes. Fujitsu and the Fujitsu logo are registered trademarks and LifeBook is a trademark of Fujitsu Limited. First Cabin is a servicemark of Fujitsu PC Corporation. The following are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation: MS, MS-DOS, Windows. PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. Intel and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of Adobe System Inc. CompuServe and AOL are registered trademarks of America Online, Inc. Earthlink is a registered trademark of EarthLink Network, Inc. Netscape Communicator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation. PC-Doctor is a trademark of PC-Doctor.com, Inc. LapLink is a registered trademark of LapLink.com, Inc. McAfee is a registered trademark of Network Associates/ McAfee.com, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2000 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. FPC58-0437-02 B5FH-2031-02EN-00 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part 15 Responsible Party Name: Address: Fujitsu PC Corporation 5200 Patrick Henry Drive Santa Clara, CA 95054 Telephone: Declares that product: (408) 982-9500 Model Configuration: LifeBook B-2175 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 modifications 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: s s 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: s s s 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 Fujitsu LifeBook may be supplied with an internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On this LifeBook 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: 1. The telephone number to which the LifeBook 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. 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 s 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: s s s s s s s s s All public or semipublic coin-operated or credit card telephones. 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. Copyright 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. Fujitsu LifeBook 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 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. 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 Corporation, 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 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 RT 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. LifeBook B Series UL Notice This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 16Vdc, with a current of 2.5A. AC Adapter output polarity: + CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only #26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. 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 Lithium (clock) 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. Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Fujitsu LifeBook B Series Notebook Table of Contents 1 PREFACE Preface About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Fujitsu PC Contact Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Quick Point Pointing Device Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Volume Control Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK Overview Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 LifeBook Security/Application Panel Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . .21 Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Operating Your LifeBook Security/ Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Uninstalling the Security Panel Application . . . . . 22 Launching Applications with the Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Locating the Controls and Connectors Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3 GETTING STARTED Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Status Indicator Panel Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Hard Drive or Removable Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 NumLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Security Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Starting Your LifeBook Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 BIOS Setup Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Booting the System with Windows 98 Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Installing Click Me! (Windows 98 only) . . . . . . . 31 Booting the System with Windows 2000 Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Keyboard Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 LifeBook i Series Power Management Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Save-to-Disk Mode (Windows 98 Second Edition models only) . . . . 32 Hibernation Feature (Windows 2000 Professional models only) . . . . 33 Idle Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Windows Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Device Ports Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 4 USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 External Floppy Disk Drive Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 PC Cards Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 SmartCard Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Restoring Your Pre-installed Software Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Drivers and Applications Restore CD . . . . . . . . . 63 Memory Upgrade Module Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 42 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 42 Checking the Computer Recognition of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 6 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Port Replicator Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s 7 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Integrated Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 LifeBook Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . 73 Theft Prevention Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 75 8 GLOSSARY Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 LifeBook i Series 1 Preface 1 LifeBook B Series 2 Preface Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The LifeBookTM B Series notebook from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful mini-notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel® CeleronTM microprocessor, has a built-in color touch screen display, and brings the computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment. This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook's hardware and built-in system software. Your LifeBook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT. It comes with Windows® 98 Second Edition or Windows® 2000 Professional pre-installed. Your LifeBook is a completely self-contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of optional features. Conventions Used in the Guide Keyboard keys appear in brackets. Example: [Fn], [F1], [Esc], [Enter] and [Ctrl]. 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 LifeBook. DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer? FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support the following ways: s s s s Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 1-901-259-5700 E-mail: 8fujitsu@fujitsupc.com Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.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: s s s s s s s s 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 LifeBook 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 POINT The point icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject material. You must have an active internet connection to use the on-line URL links. WARRANTY Your LifeBook is backed by a one year International Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical support. Check the service kit that came with your LifeBook for warranty terms and conditions. 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. WARNING The warning icon highlights information that can be hazardous to either you, your LifeBook, or your files. Please read all warning information carefully. 3 LifeBook B Series ­ Section One 4 2 Getting to Know Your LifeBook 5 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two 6 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook B Series Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook B Series notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook ­ even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. UNPACKING When you receive your LifeBook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have: s s s s s s s s s s s Figure 2-2 AC Adapter s LifeBook B-Series notebook (Figure 2-1) Two 3-cell Lithium ion batteries (one pre-installed) AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2) Port Replicator (Figure 2-3) External USB Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4) Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable Driver and Application Restore CD Getting Started Guide User's Guide (this document) International Limited Warranty Brochure Microsoft Windows Manual and Certificate of Authenticity First Cabin Registration card and envelope Figure 2-3 Port Replicator Figure 2-4 External Floppy Disk Drive 7 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Display Panel Latch Touch Screen Stylus Suspend/Resume Button Display Panel Status Indicator Panel Closed Cover Switch Cursor Control LifeBook Security/ Application Panel Keyboard Built-in Microphone Quick Point Pointing Device Figure 2-5 LifeBook with display open Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's 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) Suspend/Resume Button The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend LifeBook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook from suspend mode, and power on your LifeBook when it has been shut down from the Windows operating system. (Figure 2-5) See "Suspend/Resume Button" on page 32. 8 Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. (Figure 2-5) See "Status Indicator Panel" on page 13. Display Panel Latch The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel. (Figure 2-5) LifeBook Security/Application Panel The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch capability. (Figure 2-5) See "LifeBook Security/Application Panel" on page 23. Quick Point Pointing Device The Quick Point pointing device consists of two mouselike buttons and one cursor control button. (Figure 2-5) See "Quick Point Pointing Device" on page 17. Keyboard A full-function keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (Figure 2-5) See "Keyboard" on page 15. G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k 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) 9 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two DC Power Jack Air Vents PC Card Slot External Monitor Port (behind cover) Figure 2-6 LifeBook left-side panel PC Card Eject/Lock Button LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook's 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 LifeBook and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery. (Figure 2-6) External Monitor Port The external monitor port allows you to connect an external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. Note that when the Port Replicator is attached to the system, you must use the external monitor port on the Port Replicator rather than the port on the system. (Figure 2-7) See "External Monitor Port" on page 47. PC Card Slot The PC Card Slot allow you to install two Type II or one Type III PC Card. (Figure 2-6) See "PC Cards" on page 40. 10 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Microphone Jack USB Ports Infrared Port LAN (RJ-45) Port Headphone Jack Power Switch Modem (RJ-11) Port Anti-theft Lock Figure 2-7 LifeBook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook's right-side components. Headphone Jack The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-7) See "Headphone Jack" on page 47. Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (Figure 2-7) See "Microphone Jack" on page 47. Power Switch This switch is the main power switch for your LifeBook. (Figure 2-7) USB Ports The two USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (Figure 2-7) See "Universal Serial Bus Port" on page 47. Infrared Port The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device without a cable. (Figure 2-6) Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port The Modem (RJ-11) telephone port is for attaching a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K modem. (Figure 2-6) WARNING The internal multinational 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 LifeBook. 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. LAN (RJ-45) Port The internal LAN (RJ-45) port is used for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. (Figure 2-6) See "Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port" on page 46. Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional physical lock down device. (Figure 2-7) 11 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Battery Pack Lock Lithium ion Battery Bay Battery Pack Latch Port Replicator Connector Main Unit and Configuration Label (approximate location) Memory Upgrade Compartment Speaker Speaker Figure 2-8 LifeBook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook's bottom panel components. Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery. (Figure 2-8) See "Lithium ion Battery" on page 37. Stereo Speakers The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound. (Figure 2-8) Port Replicator Connector This connector allows you to connect the Port Replicator. (Figure 2-8) Main Unit and Configuration Label The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. 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 LifeBook. (Figure 2-8) Memory Upgrade Compartment Your LifeBook comes with high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your LifeBook, hence improving overall performance. (Figure 2-8) See "Memory Upgrade Module" on page 42. 12 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Battery Charging 1 2 1 A Hard Drive Access AC Adapter Power Battery Level PC Card Access CapsLk NumLk ScrLk Security Indicator Figure 2-9 Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-9) states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook is using. s s 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. 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 LifeBook is in at that time. s 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 the installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook. (Figure 2-10) 76%­100% Charging 76%­100% 51%­75% 26%­50% 11%­25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery Figure 2-10 Battery Level Indicator s s Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook and that it is ready for use. Flashing: This means that your LifeBook is in Suspend mode. Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook has been turned off with the power switch. If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook 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. AC ADAPTER INDICATOR The AC Adapter indicator states whether your LifeBook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different 13 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two 1 2 CAUTION A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS (Figure 2-10) The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your LifeBook 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 40. 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. NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS Located to the left of the Battery Level indicator is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether the 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 HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive. The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active. SECURITY INDICATOR The Security Indicator flashes (if a password was set) when the system resumes from Off or Suspend modes. You must enter the password that was set in the Security Panel before your system will resume operation. 14 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Function Keys Back Space Tab Fn Key Start Key Numeric Keypad Start Key Application Key Cursor Keys Figure 2-11 Keyboard Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your LifeBook has an integral 83-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 2-11) s 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 2-11) 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. s s Numeric keypad: Your LifeBook 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. 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. Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12], are used in conjunction with the n][Fn] key to produce special actions that vary depending on what program is running. 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. WINDOWS KEYS Your LifeBook 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 2-11) s 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 2-11) 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 15 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook 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 2-11) [Fn] Key The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the LifeBook and is always used in conjunction with another key. s [FN+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [FN] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off. [FN+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [FN] will toggle the internal pointing device on and off. [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.) [Fn+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will lower the brightness of your display. [Fn+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the brightness of the display. [FN+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [FN] will decrease the volume of your LifeBook. [FN+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the volume of your LifeBook. [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. s s s s s s s 16 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Left Button Right Button Figure 2-12 Quick Point pointing device Cursor Control Quick Point Pointing Device The Quick Point is built into your LifeBook. 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 LifeBook. 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 2-12) 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 29. Figure 2-14 Double-clicking Figure 2-13 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 2-14) 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 2-13) CAUTION If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. POINT Parameters for the Quick Point can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel. 17 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two 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 2-15) CAUTION To avoid potential scratching and damage, never use anything but the included stylus or your finger with the Touch Screen. POINT To purchase additional or replacement styluses, visit Fujitsu's accessories web site at: http://www.fujitsupc.com. Figure 2-15 Dragging 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: s 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 2-17) s s 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. 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. Figure 2-17 Clicking the Touch Screen TOUCH SCREEN 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 2-16) 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 218) Figure 2-18 Double-clicking the Touch Screen POINT If the interval between taps 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. Figure 2-16 Using the Stylus with the Touch Screen 18 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k 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 2-19) 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. Figure 2-19 Dragging on the Touch Screen 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: 1. On the Start menu, point to Programs. Point to Fujitsu Touch Panel/Compensation Tool. This will open the Compensation Tool. 2. Adjust the display of your LifeBook 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. 19 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook 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. If you install an external audio device that has an independent volume control, the hardware volume control and the software volume control will interact with each other. It should be noted that if you set your software volume to Off, you will override the external volume control setting. CONTROLLING THE VOLUME The volume can be controlled in several different ways: s s Volume can be set from within the Volume Control on the Taskbar. Volume can be controlled with the F8 and F9 functions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [FN] will decrease the volume of your LifeBook. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [FN] will increase the volume of your LifeBook. POINT There are seventeen levels through which the function keys cycle. s s Volume can be controlled by many volume controls that are set within individual applications. Certain external audio devices you might connect to your system may have hardware volume controls. Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on the volume level that must then be followed by the other sources. We recommend that you experiment with the various volume controls to discover the optimal sound level. 20 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k (1) Application A Button (2) Application B Button (3) Internet Button (4) E-Mail Button Enter Button Figure 2-20 LifeBook Security/Application Panel LifeBook Security/ Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook is the Security/Application Panel that allows you to secure your LifeBook from unauthorized use. The Security/Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with a touch of a button when your system is on. If the security system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook or resuming from suspend mode the security system requires you to enter a password code using the buttons on the Security/Application Panel. After entering a correct password, your LifeBook resumes system operation. (Figure 2-20) one or up to four buttons simultaneously. The following are valid button strokes: s s s s Pushing [4] by itself Pushing [2] and [3] at the same time Pushing [1], [2], and [4] at the same time Pushing [1], [2], [3], and [4] at the same time The following are valid passwords. The numbers within braces ({ }) are button strokes using more than one button. s s s {[2]+[3]}, [1], [enter] [4], [enter] {[1]+[3]}, {[2]+[3]+[4]}, [1], [4], [2], [enter] SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL When you receive your LifeBook, the security panel application is pre-installed without any passwords. The following sections will provide detailed information on your security panel, how to set, change or remove passwords. Numbered Buttons Use these buttons to enter your password.(Figure 2-20) Enter Button After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the LifeBook. (Figure 2-20) Setting Passwords When shipped from the factory, no passwords are set. You have a choice of having no password or setting a supervisor and user password. You must set the supervisor password before the user password. POINT The purpose of supervisor password is to be able to bypass the user password in case the user password is forgotten. The supervisor password alone will not lock the system. POINT You have to set both the supervisor and user passwords for the security panel to work. PASSWORDS The user and supervisor password may be set on this LifeBook. A supervisor password is typically the same for all LifeBooks in a working group, office, or company to allow for system management. Individual LifeBooks in a group environment should not use a common password. A password consists of one to five button strokes plus the enter button. A valid stroke consists of pushing Setting Supervisor Password You must have set a supervisor password before setting any user passwords. The supervisor password can bypass the user password. 1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Run. 3. Type in FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter] 21 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Supervisor password. Setting User Password 1 Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Programs. 3. Click on Security Panel Application and Set User Password. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the user password. POINT You may change or remove the supervisor or user password by repeating the steps defined above. POINT Remember the user password you specified on the Security Panel Application. If you forget the password you will not be able to use your computer. The supervisor password can override the user password. PRECAUTIONS Opening and Closing the Cover Closing the cover automatically places the LifeBook into suspend mode. Opening the cover does not automatically place the LifeBook into normal operation. Instead, you must enter the proper security password after pushing the Suspend/Resume button. Low Battery Operations If your LifeBook has low battery, pushing the suspend/ resume button only turns on the Security Indicator. Your LifeBook does not unlock, the Security Indicator turns off after one minute. To resume normal operation, first attach a power supply to the LifeBook. Then you may unlock the LifeBook. OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY/ APPLICATION PANEL The security lock feature is in effect both when the system resumes from Off or suspend state. You always need to push the Suspend /Resume button to input the user password. Your system will not begin the boot sequence without entering your supervisor/user password. From Off State 1. Turn on your system. 2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press Enter button. For example, if the password is 22222, Press Button Number 2 five times and press Enter button. The LifeBook will boot to normal operation. From Suspend State 1. Press your Suspend/Resume button. 2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press Enter button. The LifeBook should resume normal operation. Incorrect Password Entry If an invalid supervisor or user password is entered three times in succession, the system will "beep" for about one minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute (while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the LifeBook will resume normal operation. If no or an invalid password is entered while the system beeps, the system will return to its previous locked state (suspend or off) and the Security Indicator will go off. To reactivate the LifeBook after a password failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button, then enter a correct password. UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application: s s Uninstall the security panel application software. This will disable all security feature. Uninstall the security panel application with password still active. This will not allow any changes to the password. Uninstalling the Security Panel Application Software Remove passwords when User wants no password protection whatsoever and doesn't want to give anybody the utility to set a password on their computer. In this case, if passwords (supervisor, user, or both) are set, the passwords must first be cleared BEFORE removing the application. To clear passwords, follow same procedure in SETTING PASSWORD CODES except this time, select REMOVE, enter current password then click Next. When asked to confirm select Yes. Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active Using this feature will not allow any changes to the password. 22 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k POINT Removing the applications does not remove the password. It simply removes the utility to change/add/ remove passwords. To change your password you must reinstall the application. LAUNCHING APPLICATIONS WITH THE SECURITY/APPLICATION PANEL The security panel also enables you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on. Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application. Your LifeBook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Security /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 and Deactivate Panel. Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel When you start Windows, 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. When you receive your LifeBook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch specific programs, as referenced in Chapter 7 of this document. 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. User: 1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel. 2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the Control Panel. 3. Select the Security Panel Application in the list, and click Add/Remove. 4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Yes. Supervisor: 1. Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel. 2. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the Control Panel. 3. Select the Security Panel Application for Supervisor in the list, and click Add/Remove. 4. When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Yes. Reinstalling the Security/Application Panel To reinstall supervisor or user security application, you will need your Drivers and Utilities CD. The Secpanel folder located in the Utilities\Security Panel contains the setup files for supervisor and user security application. 1. Double-click the Setup FJSECS.EXE file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Double-click the Setup FJSECU.EXE file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. Supervisor and user passwords can be set by the Windows Software which are FJSECS.EXE and FJSECU.EXE respectively. FJSECU.EXE for user password cannot run without supervisor password. First you need to run FJSECS.EXE to set supervisor password before setting user password. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords. If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu PC Corporation Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu PC Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook. When calling please have a valid credit card and provide proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions on where to ship your LifeBook. 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. 23 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer), unless you have changed this in Windows. 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 then click on the application you wish to launch with this button. 4. Click OK. The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows default Internet browser with this button, you need only click on "Default Internet Browser" 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 If your system has dedicated one of the application launcher buttons to be an Internet launcher, the button can still be configured to launch any application you wish, not just an Internet browser. 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 the LifeBook Application Panel is activated, even if you deactivated it before you shut down. When you have finished with Application Panel Setup click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as you like. 24 3 Getting Started 25 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Three 26 Getting Started DC Power Jack DC Output Cable AC Adapter AC Cable Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your LifeBook 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 LifeBook and charging the batteries. Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook. 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 LifeBook. 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 LifeBook. 27 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Three Display Panel Latch Figure 3-2 Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your LifeBook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active-matrix technology. OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL 1. Slide 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) 1. Double-click the Battery Icon in the lower right corner of your display. This will open the BatteryAid 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 LifeBook will consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure that the brightness is set as low as possible. ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS Once you have turned on your LifeBook, 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. s CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL 1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward until it is flush with the body of your LifeBook. 2. Push down until you hear a click. This will engage the locking mechanism and prevent your display panel from opening unexpectedly. [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display. [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display. s POINT If using AC power your brightness setting is set to its highest level by default. If using battery power your brightness settings is set to approximately mid-level by default. Power Management Utility (Windows 98 Second Edition models only) Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management Utility changes the setting permanently. 28 Getting Started Starting Your LifeBook POWER ON Power Switch The power switch is used to turn on your LifeBook from its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can power on your LifeBook. (See figure 2-7 on page 11 for location) CAUTION When you turn on your LifeBook 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. memory is empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up your LifeBook. This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your LifeBook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your LifeBook 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: s s s s Facing the right-side panel of your LifeBook, 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 LifeBook in Suspend mode, See "Suspend Mode" on page 32., or you can turn it off. See "Power Off" on page 34. CAUTION Do not carry your LifeBook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your LifeBook. You turn on the power to your LifeBook. You restart your LifeBook 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 LifeBook. 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 LifeBook. The BIOS Setup Utility configures: s s Device control feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and boot devices. System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords. When you Power On your LifeBook, 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 LifeBook will emit an audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed. See "Power On Self Test Messages" on page 61. 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 LifeBook will load your operating system. CAUTION Never turn off your LifeBook during the Power On Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error message to be displayed when you turn your LifeBook on the next time. See "Power On Self Test Messages" on page 61. Entering the BIOS Setup Utility To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook. 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 LifeBook's BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support Web site at www.fujitsupc.com/support. Once there, click on the Self Help Center link, and select your LifeBook 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 LifeBook's BIOS number, please refer to your packing slip. 29 BOOT SEQUENCE