User manual FUJITSU B3020D

Fujitsu LifeBook B Series User's Guide LifeBook B Series Model: B3020/B3020D Document Date: 04/26/2004 Document Part Number: B6FH-1921-01EN-00 FUJITSU COMPUTER SYSTEMS Copyright Copyright Fujitsu Computer Systems 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, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited. 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 Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Adobe Reader is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Inc. LapLink is a registered trademark of LapLink.com, Inc. PowerQuest and Drive Image are registered trademarks of PowerQuest Corporation. Netscape is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation. Norton AntiVirus is a registered trademark of Symantec Corporation. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. Warning Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. © Copyright 2004 Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation. B6FH-1921-01EN-00 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part 15 Responsible Party Name: Address: Telephone: Declares that product: Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation 1250 E. Arques Avenue, M/S 122 Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (408) 746-6000 Model Configurations: LifeBook B3020 / B3020D 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 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 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Keyboard Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Touchpad Pointing Device Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK Overview Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Volume Control Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Locating the Controls and Connectors Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Rear Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 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 Status Indicator Panel Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Battery Charging Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Hard Drive or Removable Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Compact Flash (CF) Card Access Indicators . . . . 14 NumLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Security Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 3 GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .28 Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 LifeBook B Series Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Booting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Activating Additional Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Registering Your LifeBook notebook . . . . . . . . . 31 Port Replicator Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Device Ports Modem (RJ-11) Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Universal Serial Bus 2.0 Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Power Management Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Hibernate Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Windows Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 4 USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 External Floppy Disk Drive Connecting External Floppy Disk Drive. . . . . . . . 39 Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Restoring Pre-installed Software Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Automatically Downloading Driver Updates. . . . 64 PC Cards Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Smart Card Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 6 CARING FOR YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK Care and Maintenance LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Compact Flash Cards Installing Compact Flash Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Removing Compact Flash Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Memory Upgrade Module Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 44 Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 44 Checking New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s 7 SYSTEM 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 SLot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 75 APPENDIX: WIRELESS LAN USER'S GUIDE Before Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device. . . . . . . .90 Wireless Network Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Deactivating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Activating the WLAN Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Configuration of the WLAN Device Flow of Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Configuration Using Wireless Zero Configuration Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Configuration Using Intel PROSet Software . . . .94 Configuration Using Atheros Client Utility Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Connection to the network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Wireless LAN Glossary Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 IP address information Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 8 GLOSSARY Glossary Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Specifications Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 INDEX Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 LifeBook B Series 1 Preface 1 LifeBook B Series 2 Preface Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The LifeBook® B Series notebook from Fujitsu Computer Systems is a powerful mini-notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel® Pentium® M 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 notebook's hardware and built-in system software. Your LifeBook notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT. It comes with Windows® 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP Professional pre-installed. Your notebook 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 notebook. DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer? The point icon highlights information that will enhance your understanding of the subject material. FUJITSU CONTACT INFORMATION Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Service and Support the following ways: Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 408-764-2724 E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com Web site: http://us.fujitsu.com/computers 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: Product name Product configuration number Product serial number Purchase date Conditions under which the problem occurred Any error messages that have occurred Type of device connected, if any Fujitsu Online You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Web site URL link, located in the Windows Start menu. You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online 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. You must have an active internet connection to use the online URL links. WARRANTY Your LifeBook notebook is backed by an International Limited Warranty and includes toll-free technical support. Check the service kit that came with your notebook for warranty terms and conditions. The caution icon highlights information that is important to the safe operation of your computer, or to the integrity of your files. Please read all caution information carefully. The warning icon highlights information that can be hazardous to either you, your LifeBook notebook, 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 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 notebook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook B Series notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook notebook, even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. UNPACKING When you receive your LifeBook notebook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have: Figure 2-2. AC Adapter LifeBook B Series notebook (Figure 2-1) AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2) Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable Stylus (located in stylus holder) Driver and Application Restore CD Getting Started Guide User's Guide (this document) International Limited Warranty Brochure Microsoft Windows Manual and Certificate of Authenticity Premium Care Registration card and envelope Figure 2-3. Optional Port Replicator Depending upon the configuration of your notebook, you will have one of the following battery configurations: One main high-capacity Lithium ion battery (preinstalled), or, One main Lithium ion battery pre-installed and one spare main high-capacity Lithium ion battery Figure 2-4. Optional External USB Floppy Disk Drive You may also have one or more of the following devices in the box: External USB Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4), and/or, Port Replicator (Figure 2-3) 7 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Display Panel Latch Display Panel Pen Status Indicator Panel LifeBook Security/ Application Panel Suspend/ Resume Button Speakers Keyboard Wireless LAN On/Off Switch (WLAN models only) Glide Point Pointing Device Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook with display open Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's top and front components. (Figure 2-5) Display Panel Latch The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel. Display Panel The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics and touch screen functionality. Pen The stylus is used as the pointing device for the touch screen. Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. See "Status Indicator Panel" on page 13. LifeBook Security/Application Panel The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch 8 capability. See "LifeBook Security/ Application Panel" on page 21. Suspend/Resume Button The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your notebook from standby mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from the Windows operating system. See "Suspend/Resume Button" on page 32. Stereo Speakers The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound. Keyboard A full-function keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. See "Keyboard" on page 15. Glide Point Pointing Device The Glide Point pointing device consists of two mouselike buttons and one cursor control button. See "Touchpad Pointing Device" on page 17. Wireless LAN On/Off Switch Allows you to turn the optional Wireless LAN device on and off. This is present only on systems with optional wireless LAN device installed. G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k External Monitor Port (behind cover) Microphone Jack Air Vents Headphone Jack PC Card Slot PC Card Eject Button Compact Flash Card Slot Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook left-side panel Compact Flash Card Eject Button LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's left-side components. (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 optional 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. See "External Monitor Port" on page 49. Headphone Jack The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers. See "Headphone Jack" on page 49. Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. See "Microphone Jack" on page 49. Air Vents The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating. PC Card Slot The PC Card Slot allows you to install a Type I or Type II PC Card. See "PC Cards" on page 41. PC Card Eject Button The PC Card eject button allows you to remove PC Cards from the PC Card slot. See "PC Cards" on page 41. Compact Flash Card Slot Allows you to insert a compact flash (CF) card. See "Compact Flash Cards" on page 42. Compact Flash Card Eject Button Allows you to eject a compact flash card. See "Compact Flash Cards" on page 42. 9 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Modem (RJ-11) Port LAN (RJ-45) Port USB 2.0 Ports Air Vents Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook right-side panel DC Power RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's right-side components. (Figure 2-7) USB 2.0 Ports The two Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. See "Universal Serial Bus 2.0 Ports" on page 49. Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port The Modem (RJ-11) telephone port is for attaching a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K modem. 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 notebook. Consult your PBX manufacturer's documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem. 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 upload speed is 33600bps. LAN (RJ-45) Jack The optional internal LAN (RJ-45) port is used for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection. See "Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack" on page 48. DC Power Jack The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery. Air Vents The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating. 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 Lithium ion Battery Pack Battery Pack Latches Docking Port Connector Air Vents Main Unit and Configuration Label (approximate location) Memory Upgrade Compartment Air Vents Figure 2-8. LifeBook notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's bottom panel components. Lithium ion Battery Pack 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. See "Lithium ion Battery" on page 37. Battery Pack Latches The battery pack latches are used to secure and release the Lithium ion battery pack. See "Lithium ion Battery" on page 37. Docking Port Connector This connector allows you to connect the optional Port Replicator. Air Vents The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating. Main Unit and Configuration Label The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook notebook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number and manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative. It identifies the exact version of various components of your notebook. Memory Upgrade Compartment Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your notebook, hence improving overall performance. See "Memory Upgrade Module" on page 44. 11 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Anti-theft lock slot Figure 2-9. LifeBook notebook rear panel REAR PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's right-side components. (Figure 2-7) Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical locking device. 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 Power Battery CapsLk Security Hard Drive Access Compact Flash Charging Card Access AC Adapter Battery Level ScrLk NumLk PC Card Access Figure 2-10. Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-10) On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use. Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected. BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS The Battery Level indicators state whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery is installed. In addition, this symbol states how much charge is available within the installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your notebook. (Figure 2-11) 76%­100% Charging 76%­100% 51%­75% 26%­50% 11%­25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery Figure 2-11. Battery Level Indicator POWER INDICATOR The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational. It has several different states, each of which tells you what mode your notebook is in at that time. Steady On: This means that there is power to your notebook and that it is ready for use. Flashing: This means that your notebook is in Standby mode. Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Hibernate mode, or that your notebook has been turned off. If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook notebook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have either adapter connected. AC ADAPTER INDICATOR The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different states that can tell you what power source your notebook is using. 13 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. (Figure 2-11) COMPACT FLASH (CF) CARD ACCESS INDICATORS The Compact Flash Card Access indicator states whether or not your notebook is accessing a Compact Flash Card. The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a Compact Flash Card even if there is no card installed. See "Compact Flash Cards" on page 42. 2 If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are not connected, and the power is Off, the Battery Level indicators will also be off. BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR Located to the left of the Battery Level indicator is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether the battery is charging. This indicator will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge. Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged. NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the integral keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. CAPSLOCK INDICATOR The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. SCRLK INDICATOR The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active. HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive is being accessed. 1 SECURITY INDICATOR The Security Indicator flashes (if a password was set) when the system resumes from Off or Standby modes. You must enter the password that was set in the Security Panel before your system will resume operation. PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your notebook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. See "PC Cards" on page 41. 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 Numeric Keypad (outlined in black) Cursor Keys Fn Key Start Key Application Key Figure 2-12. Keyboard Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your LifeBook notebook 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 2-12) points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions. (Figure 2-12) WINDOWS KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has two Windows keys: a Start keys and an Application key. The Start key displays the Start menu. This button functions the same as your onscreen Start menu button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.) (Figure 2-12) Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows certain keys to serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to toggle between the standard character and numerical keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key. 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 [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. CURSOR KEYS The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the "focus" (selects the next item up, down, left, or right). (Figure 2-12) FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. (Figure 2-12) [Fn] Key The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key. NUMERIC KEYPAD Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys. NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys. Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way. Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0 through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal [Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off. 15 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two [Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Quick Point feature on and off. Note that the [Fn+F4] combination only works if Manual Setting is selected in the BIOS. (See "Entering the BIOS Setup Utility" on page 29) [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 notebook. [Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook. [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. 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 Cursor Control Left Button Right Button Figure 2-13. Touchpad pointing device Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control and left and right buttons. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. (Figure 2-13) DOUBLE-CLICKING Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button. (Figure 2-15) To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button twice, and then immediately release it. You can also perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice. CLICKING Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it. (Figure 2-14) To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the item you wish to select, press the right button once, and then immediately release it. You can also perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once. Figure 2-15. Double-clicking If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel. DRAGGING Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on Figure 2-14. Clicking 17 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then releasing your finger. (Figure 2-16) Clicking To left-click, touch the object you wish to select and then lift the stylus tip immediately. You also have the option to perform the left-click operation by tapping lightly with your finger on the touch screen once. (Figure 2-18) To right-click, go to Start --> Programs --> Fujitsu Touch Panel. From that window, you can specify a right button tool by using the Touch Panel Configuration Control button prior to the desired right mouse click. It can be used two ways: by holding down the key or by pressing the key once. Figure 2-16. Dragging TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT If you need to change or adjust any of the touchpad control functions, you can customize them from the Mouse properties dialog box in the Control Panel. Click on Start, select Settings > Control Panel, then doubleclick Mouse. Figure 2-18. Clicking the Touch Screen TOUCH SCREEN The integrated touch screen allows you to use either the included stylus, or your fingertip, as a pointing device. You can use the stylus to click, double-click, drag items and icons, or to draw like a pen or pencil in applications that support this behavior, such as drawing or painting programs. See the documentation that came with your application for details. (Figure 2-17) Double-Clicking To double-click, touch the item twice, and then immediately remove the stylus tip. You also have the option to perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly with your finger on the touch screen twice. (Figure 2-19) Figure 2-19. Double-clicking the Touch Screen If the interval between taps is too long, the double-click will not be executed. Figure 2-17. Using the Stylus with the Touch Screen To purchase additional or replacement styluses, visit Fujitsu's accessories web site at: http://us.fujitsu.com/computers. To avoid potential scratching and damage, never use anything but the included stylus or your finger with the touch screen. 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 the stylus on the screen after the final tap. Next, move the item to its new location by moving the stylus across the screen, and then lifting the stylus to release it. Dragging can also be done using your fingertip. (Figure 2-20) 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 Calibrating the Touch Screen In order to ensure accurate tracking between the stylus and cursor, you should 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. Go to [Start] -> Control Panel, and double-click on the Touch Panel icon. This will open the Touch Panel Settings window. 2. Select the Calibration tab and click the [Calibrate Now] button. 3. Adjust the display of your notebook to a comfortable angle and find the red (+) symbol in the upper-left corner of the display. 4. Using the stylus, touch the screen directly on the (+) symbol, then lift the stylus. When you lift the stylus tip, the (+) symbol will move to the next location. 4. Repeat step 4 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, click the [Update] button to return to the Touch Panel Settings screen. Figure 2-20. Dragging on the Touch Screen Right-clicking It is possible for you to perform right-click functions with the stylus. 1. Click Start -> Programs -> Fujitsu Touch Panel -> Touch Panel Configuration. 2. When the Right Button Tool screen appears, select either "Hold [Ctl] key down and touch the screen" or "Press [Ctl] key and touch the screen". When you select "Hold [Ctl]...", the stylus will act as a right mouse button when you hold down the control key while touching the screen. When you select "Press [Ctl]...", pressing the control key before touching the screen will cause the stylus to act as a right mouse button. 3. Click [Apply] to complete your selection. 19 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. 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: Volume can be set from within the Volume Control on the Taskbar. Volume can be controlled from the Control Panel by selecting the Sounds and Audio Devices icon. Select the Volume tab and move the slider bar to the desired volume level. Volume can be controlled with the F8 and F9 functions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your notebook. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your notebook.Volume can be controlled by many volume controls that are set within individual applications. There are twenty-six levels through which the function keys cycle. 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 2-21. LifeBook Security/Application Panel LifeBook Security/ Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Security/Application Panel that allows you to secure your notebook from unauthorized use. The Security/Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on. If the security system is activated, upon starting your notebook or resuming from Standby 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 notebook resumes system operation. (Figure 2-21) PASSWORDS The user and supervisor password may be set on this notebook. A supervisor password is typically the same for all LifeBook notebooks in a working group, office, or company to allow for system management. Individual LifeBook notebooks 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 one or up to four buttons simultaneously. The following are valid button strokes: 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 SETTING UP YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY PANEL When you receive your LifeBook notebook, the security panel application is pre-installed without any passwords. The following sections provide detailed information on your security panel, how to set, change or remove passwords. Numbered Buttons Use these buttons to enter your password. Enter Button After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the LifeBook notebook. The following are valid passwords. The numbers within braces ({ }) are button strokes using more than one button. {[2]+[3]}, [1], [enter] [4], [enter] {[1]+[3]}, {[2]+[3]+[4]}, [1], [4], [2], [enter] 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. 21 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two 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. You have to set both the supervisor and user passwords for the security panel to work. From Standby State 1. Press your Suspend/Resume button. 2. When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press Enter button. The notebook 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 notebook 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 (standby or off) and the Security Indicator will go off. To reactivate the notebook after a password failure, you must press the Suspend/Resume button, then enter a correct password. 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 super-visor password can override the user password. 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: C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\ Security Panel Application\ Supervisor\FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter] 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. You may change or remove the supervisor or user password by repeating the steps defined above. PRECAUTIONS Opening and Closing the Cover Closing the cover automatically places the notebook into Standby mode. Opening the cover does not automatically place the notebook into normal operation. Instead, you must enter the proper security password after pushing the Suspend/Resume button. Low Battery Operations If your LifeBook notebook has low battery, pushing the suspend/resume button only turns on the Security Indicator. Your notebook does not unlock, the Security Indicator turns off after one minute. To resume normal operation, first attach a power supply to the notebook. Then you may unlock the notebook. OPERATING YOUR LIFEBOOK SECURITY/ APPLICATION PANEL The security lock feature is in effect both when the system resumes from Off or Standby 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 notebook will boot to normal operation. UNINSTALLING THE SECURITY PANEL APPLICATION You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application: 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 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 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 the passwords, except this time, check the "Remove Supervisor (and/or) User Password" box, as appropriate. Click [Next]. Enter the password. When asked to confirm that you want to remove the password, click [OK], then click [Finish]. Removing Security Panel Application with Passwords Still Active Using this feature will not allow any changes to the password. 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. Supervisor and user passwords can be set via Windows software using the FJSECS.exe and FJSECU.exe files, respectively. FJSECU.exe for the user password cannot run without first setting a supervisor password. You need to run FJSECS.exe first to set the supervisor password. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords on page 21. If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Service and Support at 1-8008FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a password restricted LifeBook notebook. When calling please have a valid credit card and provide proof of ownership. You will then be given instructions on where to ship your notebook. 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 notebook 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 in the system Control Panel. 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 Control Panel. 3. Click on the Application Panel icon. The Application Panel setup utility will appear. There are tabs that correspond to the application buttons on the LifeBook Application Panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch specific programs, as referenced in Chapter 7 of this document. 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 Applications CD. The Utilities\Security Application Panel folder contains two separate folders: Supervisor and User. The setup files for supervisor and user security applications are contained in those folders. 1. Go to the Utilities\Security Application Panel\Supervisor folder on the CD and double-click the setups.exe file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Go to the Utilities\Security Application Panel\User folder on the CD and double-click the setup.exe file. The Installing Security Panel Application window will appear. Follow the instructions on the screen. 23 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Two The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the same order as the buttons on your LifeBook notebook, please select the tab you wish to change carefully. 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. To change an application associated with the Application buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure ­ for example, Application A. Click on [Browse] or [Go to Start Menu...], scroll down the list of applications, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK. The button will now launch the new application. The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows 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. Select "Start Other Program" from the "Specify the button action:" box. 2. Click on [Browse] or [Go to 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. 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. 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 Stop Application Panel. To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for step 4. Click on Restart Application Panel instead. Every time you start Windows the LifeBook Application Panel is activated, even if you deactivated it before you shut down. 24 3 Getting Started 25 LifeBook B Series 26 Getting Started DC Power Jack DC Output Cable AC Adapter AC Cable Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries. Connecting the AC Adapter 1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your notebook. 2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet. (Figure 3-1) Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter 1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your notebook. 2. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in the On or Accessories position. OR 3. Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power jack on an airplane seat. Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power 1. Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed. 2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter. The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon purchase. Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your notebook. 27 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Three Display Panel Latch Figure 3-2. Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your LifeBook notebook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of activematrix technology. Power Management Utility (Windows 2000 models only) Adjusting the brightness using the Power Management Utility changes the setting permanently. 1. Double-click the BatteryAid icon in the lower right corner of your display. This will open the BatteryAid Properties dialog box. 2. Select the Fujitsu BatteryAid (2/2) 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. The higher the brightness level, the more power the LifeBook notebook will consume and the faster your batteries will discharge. For maximum battery life, make sure that the brightness is set as low as possible. 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. ADJUSTING DISPLAY PANEL BRIGHTNESS Once you have turned on your notebook, you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust the brightness, keyboard and power management utility. Keyboard Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the setting only temporarily. CLOSING THE DISPLAY PANEL 1. Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward until it is flush with the body of your notebook. 2. Push down until you hear a click. This will engage the locking mechanism and prevent your display panel from opening unexpectedly. [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display. [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display. 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. 28 Getting Started Starting Your LifeBook Notebook POWER ON Suspend/Resume On button The Suspend/Resume button is used to turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion Battery, you can power on your notebook. When you turn on your LifeBook notebook be sure you have a battery installed and charged, or that the AC or Auto/Airline adapter is connected and has power. Never turn off your LifeBook notebook during the Power On Self Test (POST) or it will cause an error message to be displayed the next time you turn on your LifeBook notebook. See "Power On Self Test Messages" on page 84. BOOT SEQUENCE The procedure for starting-up your notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves your LifeBook notebook's BIOS. When your notebook is first turned on, the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up your notebook. This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is completed without a failure and without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating system's opening screen. The boot sequence is executed when: Suspend/resume button Figure 3-3. Pressing the suspend/resume button Press the Suspend/Resume button (Figure 3-3). When you are done working you can either leave your LifeBook notebook in Suspend mode (See "Suspend Mode" on page 27.), or you can turn it off (See "Power Off " on page 28.) Do not carry your LifeBook notebook around with the power on or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your notebook. You turn on the power to your notebook. You restart your notebook from the Windows Shut Down dialog box. The software initiates a system restart. Example: When you install a new application. You reset the system by pressing the three keys [CTRL+ALT+DEL]. BIOS SETUP UTILITY The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your notebook. Your BIOS is set at the factory for normal operating conditions, therefore there is no need to set or change the BIOS' environment to operate your notebook. The BIOS Setup Utility configures: When you turn on your LifeBook notebook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your LifeBook notebook will emit an audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed. See "Power On Self Test Messages" on page 84. Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings. After satisfactory completion of the Power On Self Test (POST), your notebook will load your operating system. Device control feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and boot devices. System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords. Entering the BIOS Setup Utility To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your notebook. 2. Press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed. 3. Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the other setup menus to review or alter the current settings. 29 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Three BIOS Guide A guide to your notebook's BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support Web site at http://us.fujitsu.com/computers. Once there, select Support, then select Notebooks under User's Guides. Select LifeBook BIOS Guides from the pull-down menu for your LifeBook series. If you are unsure of your notebook's BIOS number, refer to your packing slip. If your data security settings require it, you may be asked for a password before the BIOS main menu will appear. click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the condition of use page. Once you have set up your LifeBook notebook to dial out, Windows will make a free telephone call to test the settings. If the call is unsuccessful, you will be returned to the phone settings page where you may try to fix them. If you are unable to fix the settings, contact Fujitsu Service and Support. See "Fujitsu Contact Information" on page 3. If you would simply like to move on, and register at a later time, you may click the Skip button, and you will go directly to the Condition of Use page. Registration If your connection is successful, you will go to the Registration Confirmation page. On this page simply enter the requested information, and then check the box at the bottom to register your copy of Windows with Microsoft. Once you have finished, click the Next button to continue. If you do not register at this time you can do it later simply by double-clicking on the LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and following the instructions. BOOTING THE SYSTEM We strongly recommend that you not attach any external devices until you have gone through the initial power-on sequence. When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin. Designed to accommodate the needs of many users, in many different countries, Windows needs to be configured the first time you use them. Windows has three parts: Getting Started: You have the opportunity to enter custom information for your configuration file and setup your modem so that your LifeBook notebook will be prepared to dial out. Windows License Agreement and Final Settings: You have the opportunity to review the Windows License Agreement. You will then go through the Fujitsu registration process. Follow the instructions on the screens, and enter all of the necessary information. Be as specific as possible so that if you need help the service and support team will be able to serve you better. Final Settings The first part of your final settings is the Windows End User License Agreement. Read the agreement carefully. When you finish reading you must accept or reject the terms of the agreement and then click on the Next button. If you do not register at this time you can do it later simply by double-clicking on the LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop and following the instructions. If you reject the terms of the license agreement you will be asked to review the license agreement for information on returning Windows or to shut down your LifeBook notebook. You cannot use your LifeBook notebook until you have accepted the License Agreement. If you stop the process your notebook will return to the beginning of the Windows Welcome Process. ACTIVATING ADDITIONAL UTILITIES The first time you boot up a Windows 2000 system, you will see an icon on the desktop called Click Me! In Windows XP systems, the Click Me! icon is in the Start menu. When you click the Click Me! icon, your system will automatically build the icon tray in the bottom right of the screen. These icons provide links to utilities that you will frequently access. Although the icon remains on the screen, you need invoke it only once. Getting Started Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in the information as directed. You will be asked for such items as the language you wish to use, the country in which you live, your first and last name, and about how you dial out from where you will be using your LifeBook notebook. For the modem settings, enter your current location information where you will be using your LifeBook notebook. If you are not connected to a phone line and plan to register at a later time, you may 30 Getting Started REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK What are the benefits of registering? You will receive an identification label for your LifeBook notebook, which, if your notebook is ever lost, may help in getting it returned to you. You will also receive technical support access and useful product mailings. How do I register? With Windows, just follow the on-screen instructions during the Welcome process. If you do not register during the Welcome process you can double-click on the LifeBook Registration icon on your desktop at any time and follow the instructions. Make sure you have connected a phone line to your modem before you use ERegistration. You may also complete the pre-printed registration form and either: Fax to 408-764-2724 Mail to: Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation 750 139th Ave. San Leandro, CA 94578 Attn: Warranty Department You may also register on our Web site: http://us.fujitsu.com/computers You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to use this option. 31 LifeBook B Series ­ Section Three Power Management Your LifeBook notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention, such as those for the internal modem. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness. Internal power management for your notebook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power management application, or from settings made in BIOS setup utility. Power Mode System Activity Besides the options available for conserving battery power, there are also some things that you can do to prevent your notebook battery from running down as quickly. For example, you can create an appropriate power saving profile, put your notebook into Standby mode when it is not performing an operation, and you can limit the use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery powered computers, there is a trade-off between performance and power savings. Events causing system to enter mode state Fully On Mode