User manual FUJITSU C6556

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 service mark of Fujitsu PC Corporation. The following are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation: IBM, IBM PC AT, IBM PS/2. 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 and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of Adobe System Inc. 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FPC58-0397-01 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part 15 Responsible Party Name: Address: Telephone: Declares that: Fujitsu PC Corporation 5200 Patrick Henry Drive Santa Clara, CA 95054 (408) 982-9500 LifeBook C Series Configuration: LifeBook C-6577 LifeBook C-6556 LifeBook C-6547 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 C 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 FujitsuTM PC Corporation or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line. The connecting arrangement code for this equipment is CA11A. The Load Number is 0.3. 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 Corp., ou toute défaillance de l'équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l'utilisateur déconnecte l'équipement de la ligne téléphonique. Le code d'arrangement de connexion de cet équipement est CA11A. Le numéro de charge est 0.3. Le numéro de charge assigné à chaque terminal téléphonique indique le pourcentage de la charge totale pouvant être connecté à une boucle ou à un circuit téléphonique, utilisé par ce périphérique afin de prévenir toute surcharge. La terminaison d'une boucle peut être constituée de n'importe quelle combinaison de périphériques de sorte que le total de numéros de charge de tous les périphériques n'excède pas 100. AV E R T I S S E M E N T Pour assurer la sécurité, les utilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service d'électricité, les lignes télphoniques et les conduites d'eau métalliques sont connectées ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS tenter d'établir ces connexions eux-mêmes, mais doivent contacter les services d'inspection d'installations électriques appropriés ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales. LifeBook C Series UL Notice This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 16 Vdc, with a current of 3.36 A. AC Adapter output polarity: + The modem-to-telephone network connection must be a line cord using a minimum #26 AWG wire. 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 C Series LifeBook Table of Contents 1 PREFACE Preface About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Fujitsu PC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Battery Charging Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 DVD Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Hard Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Floppy Disk Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . 18 PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK Overview Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 LifeBook Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Keyboard Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Touchpad Pointing Device Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Scrolling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Locating the Controls and Connectors Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 BACK Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Volume Control Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 23 LifeBook Application Panel Selector Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Application Launch CD Player Buttons . . . . . . . . 24 CoolView Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 24 Using the CD Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Desktop Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 CoolView Display Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CD Mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CD Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Volume Level Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Suspend/Resume Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 LifeBook C Series Pre-Installed Software Learning About Your Applications . . . . . . . . . . . 28 PC-Doctor for Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 LapLink 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Quicken 2000 Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 McAfee.com ActiveShield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 McAfee.com Clinic (On-Line Coupon) . . . . . . . . 28 PMSet 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Adobe Acrobat Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Intel Speedstep. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 28 4 USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Floppy Disk Drive Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Preparing a Disk for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 3 GETTING STARTED Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 DVD Drive DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Removing a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Using the DVD Player on Battery Power . . . . . . 46 Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 PC Cards Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Starting Your LifeBook Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Booting the System with Windows 98 Second Edition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Memory Upgrade Module Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 49 Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 50 Checking the Computer Recognition of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Power Management Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 36 Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Windows 98 Second Edition Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Device Ports Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 1394 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Wireless Infrared (IR) Mouse Receiver . . . . . . . . 52 Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Stereo Line-In Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Digital Audio-Out Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s S-Video Out Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Headphone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 External Monitor Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 7 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Microprocessor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Video. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Audio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Mass Storage Device Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Device Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Emergency DVD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 6 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance Fujitsu LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 DVDs and CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 8 GLOSSARY Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 LifeBook C Series 1 Preface 1 LifeBook C Series 2 Preface Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The LifeBookTM C Series from Fujitsu PC Corporation is a powerful notebook computer. It is powered by an Intel® Pentium® III microprocessor, has a built-in color display, a number of possible configurations, and brings the computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment. This manual explains how to operate your Fujitsu LifeBook's hardware and built-in system software. Your LifeBook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT. Your LifeBook comes with Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition pre-installed. The Fujitsu 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: Shut down the computer? FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways: s s s s Toll free: 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487) Fax: 1-901-259-5700 E-mail: 8fujitsu@fpc.fujitsu.com Web site: http://www.8fujitsu.com Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution: 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 Li f eBook C Ser ies ­ Secti on One 4 2 Getting to Know Your LifeBook 5 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two 6 Overview Figure 2-1 Fujitsu C Series LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook ­ even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. s s s s s User's Guide Product Registration card International Limited Warranty Brochure Getting Started with Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Manual First Cabin Registration card and envelope 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 LifeBook C Series from Fujitsu (Figure 2-1) s Lithium ion battery, pre-installed s AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2) s Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable s Recovery CD s Driver and Application Restore CD s Getting Started Guide Once you have checked and confirmed that your LifeBook system is complete, read through the following pages to learn about all of your LifeBook's components. Figure 2-2 AC Adapter 7 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two LIFEBOOK FEATURES The LifeBook C Series is a compact, yet powerful notebook computer available with a variety of features, including: (See Specifications on page 79 for more information) s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s Latest high-speed Intel Pentium III mobile processors with SpeedStep technology 100 MHz SDRAM system memory Clear, bright XGA TFT display Lithium ion battery Built-in 20GB, 15GB or 12GB hard drive ATI Mobility-P video, 8MB of video RAM External monitor support with simultaneous display capabilities Dual monitor support LifeBook Application Panel/Audio CD Player Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with V.90 support 8x DVD drive Full audio and video features: s 64 voice wavetable s Zoomed Video support for full motion video acceleration s Built-in Pioneer bass reflex stereo speakers s Stereo line-in jack s Stereo headphone jack s Microphone jack s Digital audio out Combination PC card slot accommodates two Type II or one Type III cards Fast IrDA (4Mbps) compatible infrared port for wireless data transfer Integrated pointing device for superb cursor control and comfort Full-size 87-key keyboard with three dedicated Windows keys Hot-swappable PS/2 port for external components USB device support Wireless infrared mouse support s PMSet 98 McAfee.com ActiveShield McAfee.com Clinic on-line coupon Adobe Acrobat Reader Netscape Communicator Internet Service Providers: s AOL s CompuServeTM s Earthlink DVD Player software POINT Some software may come separately on a CD and will have to be installed. POPULAR ACCESSORIES For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at www.fujitsupc.com or call 1-877-FPCDirect. Memory Upgrades s 32MB SDRAM s 64MB SDRAM s 128MB SDRAM Expansions s Universal LAN Hub Power s Lithium ion battery s Auto/Airline Adapter s AC Adapter Additional Accessories s Wireless Infrared Mouse s Wireless Keyboard and Mouse s Numeric Keypad s USB Digital Camera (external) s Presentation Audio System s MindPath PocketPoint s TeleAdapt 16' TeleCord s Notebook Guardian Lock s IBM Modem Saver Carrying Cases s Diplomat s Diplomat with Airpro s ProPack Backpack LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE s s s s s s s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition operating system Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Press Interactive Training for Windows 98 Microsoft Works 2000 Quicken 2000 LapLink 2000 PC-Doctor for Windows 8 Locating the Controls and Connectors Display Panel Display Panel Latch Closed Cover Switch TouchPad Scroll Button Wireless IR Mouse Receiver Stereo Speakers Suspend/Resume Button LifeBook Application Panel (including CoolView Display) Stereo Speakers Figure 2-3 LifeBook with display open Keyboard Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's top and front components. 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. (See Display Panel on page 32 for more information) LifeBook Application Panel The LifeBook Application Panel allows you to either launch your favorite applications by the touch of a button or to use as an Audio CD-ROM player when your unit is on or has been shut down from Windows. (See LifeBook Application Panel on page 24 for more information) CoolView Display The CoolView Display presents symbols that correspond to specific components of your LifeBook. (See CoolView Display on page 16 for more information) Wireless IR Mouse Receiver The wireless IR mouse receiver allows the use of an optional wireless IR mouse. 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 Windows 98 Second Edition. (See Suspend/Resume Button on page 36 for more information) 9 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two Stereo Speakers The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound. Closed Cover Switch The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed. Keyboard A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See Keyboard on page 19 for more information) Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left and right buttons, and scroll button). (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 19 for more information) 10 Locating the Controls and Connectors Power Switch PC Card Slot PC Card Eject Buttons Lithium ion Battery Bay Figure 2-4 LifeBook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's left-side components. Power Switch This switch is the main power switch for your LifeBook. PC Card Slots The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II PC Cards or one Type III PC Card. (See PC Cards on page 47 for more information) 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.(See Lithium ion Battery on page 41 for more information) 11 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two Volume Control Headphone Jack Microphone Jack DVD Eject Button Stereo Line-in Jack and Digital Audio-Out SPDIF Floppy Disk Drive DVD Drive Emergency DVD Tray Release Figure 2-5 LifeBook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The 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. (See Headphone Jack on page 53 for more information) Stereo Line-in Jack The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source. (See Stereo Line-In Jack on page 52 for more information) Digital Audio-Out The digital audio-out jack allows you to download digital audio onto SonyTM & Philips Mini-disc player's SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) format. (See Digital Audio-Out Connector on page 52 for more information) Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (See Microphone Jack on page 52 for more information) Volume Control The volume control provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output. (See Volume Control on page 23 for more information) DVD Drive The DVD drive allows you to play DVDs and CD-ROMs on your LifeBook. (See DVD Drive on page 44 for more information) DVD Eject Button The DVD Eject button is used to open the DVD tray. (See DVD Drive on page 44 for more information) Emergency DVD Tray Release The Emergency CD Tray Release provides a way to open the CD tray when power is not available to the system. (See Emergency DVD Tray Release on page 71 for more information) Floppy Disk Drive The floppy disk drive provides removable data storage. (See Floppy Disk Drive on page 43 for more information) 12 Locating the Controls and Connectors Anti-theft Lock Slot PS/2 Port Parallel Port 1394 Port USB Port S-Video Port External Display Port Infrared Port Figure 2-6 LifeBook back panel RJ-11 Modem Jack DC Power Jack Serial Port BACK PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's back panel components. Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device. PS/2 Port The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse or numeric keypad. (See PS/2 Port on page 51 for more information) Serial Port The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C) devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as a COMM port.) (See Serial Port on page 51 for more information) Parallel Port The parallel port allows you to connect parallel devices. (This is also sometimes referred to as an LPT port.) (See Parallel Port on page 51 for more information) 1394 Port The 1394 port is used to connect between your LifeBook and a peripheral such as a digital video camera.(See 1394 Port on page 51 for more information) S-Video Port The S-Video output is used to transmit the S-Video signal. (See S-Video Out Port on page 53 for more information) External Display Port The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. (See External Monitor Port on page 53 for more information) Infrared Port The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device without a cable. (See Infrared Port on page 52 for more information) Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching a telephone line to the internal 56K modem. (See Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 51 for more information) CAUTION The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90 standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload. CAUTION The internal modems on all Fujitsu LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada. The modem may be certified in other countries. 13 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two WARNING The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire 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. 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. USB Port The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (See Universal Serial Bus Port on page 51 for more information) 14 Locating the Controls and Connectors Lithium ion Battery Bay Certificate of Authenticity Label (approximate location) Main Unit and Configuration Label Expansion RAM Slot Figure 2-7 LifeBook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's bottom panel components. 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. (See Configuration Label on page 79 for more information) 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. (See Lithium ion Battery on page 41 for more information) Expansion RAM Slot The expansion RAM slot allows you to add optional memory upgrades. (See Installing a Memory Upgrade Module on page 49 for more information) 15 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two CD Mark Mode Volume Level Message Display Hard Disk Drive Access CD Track Floppy Disk Drive Access NumLock Scroll Lock Application TRACK Lock CD Player VOL Suspend/ Resume State 1 1 2 1 1 A A Caps Lock Battery Installed Battery Charge AC Adapter Battery Level DVD Access PC Card Access Figure 2-8 CoolView Display CoolView Display The CoolView Display is located at the front of your LifeBook, just below the touch pad. Within this display are symbols that correspond to specific components of your Fujitsu LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-8) s s Numerals indicate the track currently being played; when the player is in the stopped state, the number displayed is the first track on the disk. Dashes appear when no audio CD is set or when the CD is being read. VOLUME LEVEL INDICATOR The Volume indicator displays the current volume of the DVD Player. MODE INDICATOR The Mode indicator displays the current mode, as determined by the position of the selector switch. SUSPEND/RESUME INDICATOR The Suspend/Resume 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 CD MARK The CD Mark indicator revolves when an audio CD is being played back, when the LifeBook is in standby mode. s CD TRACK The CD Track indicator displays the number of the track being played. s 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. Off: This means that your system is either in Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) mode, or that your LifeBook has been turned off with the power switch. 16 CoolView Display CAUTION Your LifeBook's power switch must be turned off to prevent all current draw. POINT If there is no battery activity, the adapters are not connected, and the power switch is Off; the Battery Level indicators will also be off. 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 states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook is using. s CAUTION A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS Located to the left of the Battery Level indicators 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. (Figure 2-9) 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. 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 an adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch. CAUTION Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged. 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 battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook. (Figure 2-9) DVD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The DVD Drive Access indicator tells you that the DVD drive is being accessed. If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the indicator will flash periodically when your system is checking the DVD drive. If the Auto Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the DVD drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notification function active. (See Auto Insert Notification Function on page 46 for more information) POINT The Windows 98 Second Edition DVD Auto Insert Notification function will periodically check for a DVD installed in the drive, causing the DVD Access indicator to flash. The DVD automatic insertion function allows your system to automatically start a DVD as soon as it is inserted in the drive and the tray is closed. It will begin playing an audio DVD/CD or will start an application if the DVD/CD has an auto-run file.(See Auto Insert Noti- 76%­100% Charging 76%­100% 51%­75% 26%­50% 11%­25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery Figure 2-9 Battery Charge Status fication Function on page 46 for more information) 17 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two HARD DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is being accessed. NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. POINT FLOPPY DISK DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Floppy Disk Drive Access indicator states whether the floppy disk drive is being accessed. This indicator will flash if your software tries to access a disk even if no floppy disk drive is installed. (See Floppy Disk Drive on page 43 for more information) 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. PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS The PC Card Access indicator(s) state whether or not your LifeBook is accessing a PC Card(s). The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. The number inside the indicator refers to which PC Card slot is being accessed. (See PC Cards on page 47 for more information) SCRLK INDICATOR The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active. 18 Keyboard Function Keys Fn Key Start Key Numeric Keypad Start Key Application Key Cursor Keys Figure 2-10 Keyboard Keyboard POINT USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook has an integral 87-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. s 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. Numeric keypad Cursor keys Function keys Windows keys WINDOWS KEYS Your LifeBook has three Windows keys, consisting of two Start keys and an Application key. The two Start keys display the Start menu. This button functions the same as your on-screen 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.) s s s NUMERIC KEYPAD Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys. NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys. Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way. Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0 through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the front edge of the key to indicate their secondary functions. 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). 19 LifeBook C 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. The [FN] key provides extended functions for the LifeBook and is always used in conjunction with another key. s s 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+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 [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 20 To u ch p a d P o i n t i n g D e v ic e Scrolling Button Touchpad Right Button Left Button Figure 2-11 Touchpad pointing device Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu LifeBook. 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, a left and right button, and a scrolling button. 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. The scrolling button allows you to navigate quickly through pages, without having to use the scroll bars. (Figure 2-11) POINT An external mouse can be connected to either the USB or PS/2 port on your LifeBook or port replicator, and used simultaneously with the Touchpad. However, if you boot the system with an external mouse connected the Touchpad will be disabled or enabled depending on the specifications in your BIOS settings. (See BIOS Figure 2-12 Clicking DOUBLE-CLICKING Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button. To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button twice, and then immediately release it. You also have the option to perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice. (Figure 2-13) Setup Utility on page 33 for more information) 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. 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 also have the option to perform the clicking operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad once. (Figure 2-12) Figure 2-13 Double-clicking 21 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two SCROLLING POINT If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. POINT Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel. Using the Scrolling button allows you to navigate through a document quickly without using the window's scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigating through on-line pages. To use the Scrolling button, press the crescent shape at the top or bottom of the button to scroll up or down a page. When you have reached the desired section of the page, release the button. (Figure 2-15) 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 the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its new location by moving your finger across the Touchpad, and then release your finger. (Figure 2-14) Figure 2-15 Scrolling TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. Figure 2-14 Dragging 22 Volume Control 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. Both the main LifeBook volume control and the software volume control will interact with each other, but it should be noted that if you set your software volume to Off, you will override the main volume control setting and the software setting will control the maximum knob setting. CONTROLLING THE VOLUME There is the hardware volume control located on the LifeBook itself, and the volume control set from within the Volume Control on the Taskbar. In addition to those, there are also application volume controls that are set within each program individually. Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on the volume level that must then be followed by the other sources. For example: s Your hardware volume control is all the way down, therefore your individual software application's volume control has no effect on the volume. We recommend that you use the hardware volume controls to set the upper limit for the sound level and then make fine adjustments with the Volume Control on the Taskbar and individual application software. SETTING THE HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL 1. Turn the volume control knob to the right of your LifeBook to increase the volume. 2. Turn the volume control knob to the left to decrease the volume. (See figure 2-5 on page 12 for location) 23 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two Selector Switch CoolView Display Application Launcher buttons Figure 2-16 LifeBook Application Launcher Buttons LifeBook Application Panel A unique feature of your Fujitsu LifeBook is the LifeBook Application Panel. This panel allows you to operate the DVD drive as an independent audio CD Player or launch applications with the touch of one button even when your system is in standby mode or pseudo-off mode. POINT LifeBook Application Panel uses the date and time settings of your LifeBook. If the date and time are off, you can adjust this setting in the Windows Control Panel. The panel consists of the following elements: SELECTOR SWITCH Located at the far left of the panel, this switch allows you to select the function of the panel--either as an Application Launcher, a CD Player, or as a lock. Set the switch to the middle position when the Application Launcher buttons are not being used. APPLICATION LAUNCH CD PLAYER BUTTONS When the selector switch is in the Application position, pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application. When the selector switch is in the CD Player position, the buttons operate the CD player, and when the selector switch is in the Lock position, the buttons are disabled and do nothing when pressed. Your LifeBook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel. These utilities are found under the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook Application Panel. They include a CD Player, Application Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate Panel and Deactivate Panel. The LifeBook Application Panel system makes your LifeBook more than just another notebook computer. COOLVIEW DISPLAY The CoolView display presents a variety of information, including the number of the audio track being played, the battery status, and system status. Refer to "CoolView Display" on page 16 for detailed information about the contents of the display. CONFIGURING YOUR LIFEBOOK APPLICATION PANEL When you start Windows 98 Second Edition, 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 the LifeBook Application Panel is active. POINT The CD Player only works with audio CDs. Neither the CD Player or launch buttons will work when the power switch is in the Off position. 24 LifeBook Application Panel 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 the following programs: s s s s Internet browser box. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the "other application". If you wish to go back to launching the "other application" from this button, you will need to reconfigure it as described above. POINT The Internet or E-mail buttons can be configured to launch any application you wish, not just an Internet browser or e-mail program. At the bottom of each application setup page are two selectable options. The first will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook is in Standby mode, and the second will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook is in the pseudo-off state. You can enable/disable either or both of these functions simply by clicking on the option. POINT If you choose to have the buttons work when the LifeBook is in standby or pseudo-off, they will function even if hit accidentally, and will turn on your LifeBook even if you are not present or using your LifeBook. This could deplete your battery, and you will need to recharge it before using the LifeBook. As a precaution, move the selector switch to the Lock position when you are away from your LifeBook. Application A ­ Microsoft Works Application B ­ Quicken® Internet ­ Internet Explorer® E-Mail ­ Netscape® Messenger POINT The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the same order as the buttons on your LifeBook, please select the tab you wish to change carefully. To change an application associated with the Application A, Application B, or E-mail buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure ­ for example, Application A. Click on Browse from Start Menu, scroll down the list of applications, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK. The button will now launch the new application. The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows 98 Second Edition default Internet browser, (Internet Explorer, unless you have changed this in Windows 98 Second Edition.) In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps: 1. Click on Other from the Internet browser box. 2. Click on Browse from Start Menu. 3. Scroll down the list of applications, and the click on the application you wish to launch with this button. 4. Click OK. The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching your Windows 98 Second Edition default Internet browser with this button, you need only click on "Default Internet Browser" from the When you have finished with Application Panel Setup, click on OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your LifeBook Application Panel as often as you like. USING THE CD PLAYER The CD player enables you to use your LifeBook's DVD drive as an audio CD player, even when your LifeBook is in the pseudo-off state, in stand-by mode or in suspend mode. As long as the power switch is in the On position, the CD player will function. POINT If you shut down from Windows while the CD player is playing an audio CD, it will stop. To continue to use the CD Player, turn the power switch to the On position and press the play button. The audio CD will start playing at Track 1. 25 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two POINT You cannot go into Suspend Mode or Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Mode while the CD Player is playing a CD. If you press the Suspend button, your LifeBook will not suspend until you stop the CD Player. DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL Your LifeBook includes a desktop control panel for your LifeBook's desktop that you can use at any time. You may use this panel to operate the CD player when you have the Selector switch in the Application or Lock position. To use the desktop control panel: 1. Click on Start. 2. Click on Programs. 3. Click on Lifebook Application Panel. 4. Click on Display CD Player. The desktop control panel will appear in the upper right corner of your screen. To close the panel: 1. Click on the "x" button. To minimize the panel: 2. Click on the "-" button. You can select from four appearances for your desktop control panel. Simply double click on the track display area of the panel, and a menu will appear which will allow you to select from a pull down menu. On the same pop-up are two other options: "Always on top" and "Continuous Play". If you click on "Always on top" the desktop controls will always be seen on your screen, no matter what other application you are running. If you click on "Continuous Play", your CD Player will automatically start over at the beginning of the CD in the drive as soon as it finishes the last track. You can move the desktop control panel to anywhere on your desktop. Drag it by clicking on the track number display, holding it down, and dragging the control panel. When you place it where you would like, release the mouse button. POINT If you have your display set to 256 colors the basic display will appear no matter which one you select. You will need to set your display colors to more than 256 in order to select other display appearances. POINT If you slide the Selector switch to either Lock or Application while an audio CD is playing, it will stop. You will not be able to start it again until you have returned the Selector switch to the CD Player position. You cannot use the CD Player at any time unless the Selector switch is in the CD Player position. There is no configuration required for CD player operation. The buttons are pre-configured to work like a normal CD player. When the selector switch is in the bottom position, the buttons will operate as follows: s Stop/Eject: This is the first button to the right of the CoolView display. If you press it once, it will stop an audio CD that is playing. If you press it twice, it will eject the audio CD. Play/Pause: This is the second button to the right of the CoolView display. Press this button to start playing an audio CD starting at Track 1. While the audio CD is playing, press it to pause. Press it again to continue. POINT If you press the play button and nothing happens, you either have the Selector switch set to the Application or Lock position, there is no audio CD in the DVD drive, or you have a CD other than an audio CD in the drive. s POINT Because of the Windows CD auto-insertion function, audio CDs will start playing immediately after they are inserted if your LifeBook is On. This will not happen if you are using the CD Player in Suspend or Pseudo-off modes. s Fast Backward: This is the third button to the right of the CoolView display. Press this button once to skip one track back. Fast Forward: This is the fourth button to the right of the CoolView display. Press this button once to skip forward one track. POINT When you close the CD Player's desktop control panel, it will stop the audio CD Player. Simply press the Play button if you would like to continue listening, and the CD Player will restart at track 1. The Selector switch must be in the CD Player position. s 26 LifeBook Application Panel 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. s Application Panel Setup If you insert an audio CD which has both audio and data tracks into the DVD drive, the CD Player may fail to play the first audio track. The Volume Up, Volume Down and Mute controls for the CD player desktop control panel adjusts the volume of the CD audio line only. It does not adjust your LifeBook's master software volume control or the manual volume on the LifeBook. The CD player desktop control panel is designed to be displayed in High Color (16-bit) or in True Color (24-bit or more). If you have your LifeBook's display set for 256 colors or less CD Player will display in a "basic" mode. s s To reactivate, follow the same procedure, except for step 4. Click on Activate Panel instead. POINT Every time you start Windows 98 Second Edition, the LifeBook Application Panel is activated. Even if you deactivated it before you shut down. 27 LifeBook C Series ­ Section Two Pre-Installed Software Your Fujitsu LifeBook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software and Power Management software. assists in the protection of the data currently residing on your hard disk from destruction or contamination. (Go to http://www.mcafee.com for more information on how and when to run this program.) PMSET 98 PMSet 98 allows you to monitor and manage your battery status. (See your PMSet 98 online help for more information on the correct way to use this program) POINT As your LifeBook does not support the CPU Clock control, the option is not active within the Power Control menu of PMSet 98.