User manual FUJITSU S4542

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 trademark 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. AOL and CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc. Earthlink is a registered trademark of EarthLink Network, Inc. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Intel SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Adobe Acrobat Reader is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems, Inc. Netscape Communicator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation. PC-Doctor is a trademark of PC-Doctor.com, Inc. LapLink is a registered trademark of LapLink.com Inc. McAfee is a registered trademark of Network Associates/ McAfee.com Inc. BayManager is a registered trademark of Softex, Inc. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. © Copyright 2000 Fujitsu PC Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu PC Corporation. FPC58-0396-02 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part 15 Responsible Party Name: Address: Telephone: Declares that product: Fujitsu PC Corporation 5200 Patrick Henry Drive Santa Clara, CA 95054 (408) 982-9500 Base Model Configurations: LifeBook S-4542 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 S Series CAUTION Changes or modification 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 have all of those devices ring when your number is 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 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 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. 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 véri?er 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 S 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 2.5 A, 2.8 A, or 3.0 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 S Series LifeBook Table of Contents 1 PREFACE Preface About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Fujitsu PC Contact Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 NumLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 CapsLock Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ScrLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Keyboard Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 2 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LIFEBOOK Overview Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 LifeBook Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 LifeBook Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Touchpad Pointing Device Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Double-Clicking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Volume Control Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Setting the Hardware Volume Control . . . . . . . . 21 Flexible Bay Devices Removing and Installing Modular Devices . . . . . 22 Locating the Controls and Connectors Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Back Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 LifeBook Application Panel Application Panel Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Configuring your LifeBook Application Panel . . . 25 Using the E-mail Notification LED . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Desktop Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Status Indicator Panel Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 AC Adapter Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hard Drive or Removable Media Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access Indicator . . . . . . 15 PC Card Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Pre-Installed Software Learning About Your Application Software. . . . . 28 LapLink 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Microsoft Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 McAfee.com ActiveShield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 LifeBook Application Panel Software . . . . . . . . . 28 PMSet 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Adobe Acrobat Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Softex BayManager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Intel SpeedStep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 LifeBook S Series 3 GETTING STARTED Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 SuperDiskTM 120 Drive Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Software Eject for SuperDisk 120 Disks . . . . . . . 44 Preparing a Disk for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 CD-ROM Drive Loading a CD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Removing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Emergency CD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Starting Your LifeBook Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Booting the System with Windows 98 Second Edition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Booting the System with Windows 2000 Professional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Registering Your LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 DVD Drive DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Loading a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Removing a DVD/CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Using the DVD Player Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Using the DVD Player on Battery Power . . . . . . 49 Auto Insert Notification Function . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Power Management Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Suspend Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature . . . . . . . . . . 37 Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Windows 98 Second Edition Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 PC Cards Installing PC Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Memory Upgrade Module Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 53 To Remove a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . 53 Checking the Computer Recognition of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Port Replicator Back Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Detaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 4 USER INSTALLABLE FEATURES Lithium ion Battery Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Device Ports Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Universal Serial Bus Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 External Floppy Disk Drive Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s Infrared Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Stereo Line-In Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 7 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Power On Self Test Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Emergency DVD Tray Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Modem Result Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Recovery CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 6 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance LifeBook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 DVD/CD-RW/CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 8 GLOSSARY Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 LifeBook S Series 1 Preface 1 LifeBook S Series 2 Preface Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The LifeBook S 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 LifeBook's hardware and built-in system software. Your LifeBook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT. It comes with Microsoft Windows® 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Professional pre-installed. The LifeBook S Series is a completely self-contained unit with an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD display. It has a powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of optional features. Conventions Used in the Guide Keyboard keys appear in brackets. Example: [FN], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL]. Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text. Example: (See page xx.) On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold Example: Click OK to restart your LifeBook. DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type. Example: Shutdown the computer? FUJITSU PC CONTACT INFORMATION Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support 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. 1 Li f eBook S Ser ies ­ Secti on One 2 2 Getting to Know Your LifeBook 3 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two 4 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 S Series LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu S Series LifeBook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your LifeBook ­ even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. UNPACKING When you receive your LifeBook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have: s s s s s s s s s s s s s s Figure 2-2 AC Adapter s LifeBook S Series (Figure 2-1) AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2) Port Replicator (Figure 2-3) External USB Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4) Lithium ion battery, pre-installed Weight Saver Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable Recovery CD Driver and Application Restore CD Getting Started Guide User's Guide (this document) Product Registration card International Limited Warranty Brochure Getting Started Microsoft Windows® 98 Second Edition or Windows® 2000 Professional manual First Cabin Registration card and envelope Figure 2-3 Port Replicator Depending on your configuration, one of the following devices is installed in the Flexible Bay: Figure 2-4 External USB Floppy Disk Drive s s Modular 8x DVD drive Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive 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. 5 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two LIFEBOOK FEATURES The Fujitsu LifeBook S Series is a compact, yet powerful notebook computer available with a variety of features, including: (See Specifications on page 85 for more information) s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s s Intel® low-voltage Pentium® III mobile processor with SpeedStepTM technology. 100 MHz SDRAM system memory Clear, bright 12.1" XGA TFT display Lithium ion battery Built-in 20GB, 12GB, or 6GB hard drive Trident® Cyber 9525DVD graphics controller, 2.5MB of video RAM External monitor support with simultaneous display capabilities LifeBook Application Panel Internal 56K fax/data/voice modem with V.90 support Internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) network interface card with RJ-45 connector Flexible Bay which can support the following devices: s Modular 8x DVD drive s Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive s Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive s Modular SuperDisk 120 drive s Modular Lithium ion battery s Modular PC Card slot adapter s Modular Digital Bay Camera Full audio and video features: s 64 voice wavetable s Built-in stereo speakers s Built-in mono microphone s Stereo line-in jack s Stereo headphone jack s Microphone jack PC card slot accommodates 1 Type II card 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 USB device support DMI 2.0-ready and wfm 1.1a enabled s McAfee.com ActiveShield McAfee.com Clinic on-line coupon s Adobe Acrobat Reader s LifeBook Application Panel s DVD software (for models with DVD drive) s Internet Service Providers: s AOL s CompuserveTM s Earthlink Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Pre-installed Models: s Windows 2000 Professional operating system s Microsoft Works s Adobe Acrobat Reader s McAfee.com ActiveShield s McAfee.com Clinic on-line coupon s DVD software (for models with DVD drive) s Microsoft Internet Explorer s Netscape Communicator s LifeBook Application Panel s s 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 1-800-733-0884. Memory Upgrades s 128MB SDRAM s 256MB SDRAM Original pre-installed memory must be removed prior to installing new memory module. Docking s Port Replicator Expansions s Universal LAN Hub s External floppy drive s External USB floppy drive Power s Main Lithium ion battery s Battery Charger s Auto/Airline Adapter s AC Adapter LIFEBOOK SOFTWARE s Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition Pre-installed Models: s Windows 98 Second Edition operating system s Microsoft Works s Microsoft Internet Explorer s Netscape Communicator s LapLink® 2000 s PMSet 98 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 Flexible Bay Devices s Modular SuperDisk 120 drive s Modular CD-RW drive s Modular 8x DVD drive s Modular CD-ROM drive s Modular PC Card slot 1 x Type I/II s Modular 2nd Lithium ion Battery s Modular Digital Camera PC Cards s Xircom Global Access Modem56 Additional Accessories s Mini Serial-to-RS232 Cable s USB Digital Camera s Wireless Keyboard and Mouse s Numeric Keypad s Presentation Audio System s MindPath Pocket Point s TeleAdapt 16' TeleCord s Notebook Guardian Lock s IBM Modem Saver Carrying Cases s Diplomat s Diplomat with Airpro s Folio s ProPack Backpack s Executive Plus s Duo Carrying Case 7 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Suspend/Resume Button Display Panel Closed Cover Switch Built-in Microphone Stereo Speaker Status Indicator Panel Touchpad Pointing Device LifeBook Application Panel Stereo Speaker Keyboard Display Panel Latch Figure 2-5 LifeBook with display open Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's top and front components. Display Panel Latch The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel. (Figure 2-5) Display Panel The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. (Figure 2-5) Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone allows mono audio input. (Figure 2-5) Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. (Figure 2-5) (See Status Indicator Panel on page 14 for more information) Suspend/Resume Button The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook from suspend mode, and power on your LifeBook when it has been shut down from Windows. (Figure 2-5) (See Suspend/Resume Button on page 36 for more information) Stereo Speakers The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound. (Figure 2-5) Closed Cover Switch The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back lighting when the display panel is closed. (Figure 2-5) 8 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Keyboard A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (Figure 2-5) (See Keyboard on page 17 for more information) Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with two buttons. (Figure 2-5) (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 19 for more information) LifeBook Application Panel The application panel allows you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on. (Figure 2-5) (See LifeBook Application Panel on page 25 for more information) 9 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Flexible Bay (CD-ROM/DVD/CD-RW drive) Anti-theft Lock Emergency CD Tray Release Flexible Bay Eject Lever Figure 2-6 LifeBook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's left-side components. Flexible Bay The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices. (Figure 2-6) (See Flexible Bay Devices on page 22 for more information) s Modular 8x DVD drive s Modular 4x/4x/20x max CD-RW drive s Modular 24x max CD-ROM drive s Modular SuperDisk 120 drive s Modular Lithium ion battery s Modular PC Card slot adapter s Modular Digital Bay Camera Flexible Bay Eject Lever The Flexible Bay eject lever releases the Flexible Bay device. (Figure 2-6) Emergency CD Tray Release The Emergency CD Tray Release allows you to open the CD tray without powering on your LifeBook. (Figure 2-6) Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device. (Figure 2-6) 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 Headphone Jack Microphone Jack Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack Stereo Line-in Jack Volume Control PC Card Eject/Lock Button PC Card Slot Figure 2-7 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. (Figure 2-7) (See Headphone Jack on page 59 for more information) Stereo Line-in Jack The stereo line-in jack allows you to connect an external audio source. (Figure 2-7) (See Stereo Line-In Jack on page 58 for more information) Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. (Figure 2-7) (See Microphone Jack on page 58 for more information) Volume Control The volume control provides manual control of the sound level of all audio output. (Figure 2-7) (See Volume Control on page 21 for more information) PC Card Slot The PC Card Slot allows you to install one Type II PC Card. (Figure 2-7) (See PC Cards on page 51 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. (Figure 2-7) (See Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack on page 57 for more information) 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. 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 modem on all LifeBooks are certified for use in the United States and Canada. The modem may be certified in other countries. 11 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Infrared Port Mini-Serial Port USB Port LAN (RJ-45) Jack External Monitor Port DC Power Jack Power Switch Figure 2-8 LifeBook back panel BACK PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook's back panel components. Infrared Port The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA compatible infrared device without a cable. (Figure 2-8) (See Infrared Port on page 58 for more information) Mini-Serial Port The mini-serial port is for connecting the optional Mini-Serial Adapter, which allows you to use serial devices without the Port Replicator. (Figure 2-8) USB Port The USB port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. (Figure 2-8) (See Universal Serial Bus Port on page 58 for more information) LAN (RJ-45) Jack The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-TX) connection. (Figure 2-8) (See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack on page 57 for more information) External Monitor Port The external monitor port allows you to connect an external monitor. (Figure 2-8) (See External Monitor Port on page 59 for more information) DC Power Jack The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your LifeBook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery. (Figure 2-8) Power Switch This switch is the main power switch for your LifeBook. (Figure 2-8) 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 Certificate of Authenticity Label (approximate location) Port Replicator Connector Main Unit and Configuration Label Memory Upgrade Compartment Lithium ion Battery Bay Release Button Lithium ion Battery Bay Lock Button Lithium ion Battery Bay Hard Disk Drive Figure 2-9 LifeBook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook's bottom panel components. Port Replicator Connector This connector allows you to connect the Port Replicator to your LifeBook. (Figure 2-9) Memory Upgrade Compartment Your LifeBook comes with high speed Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your LifeBook, hence improving overall performance. (Figure 2-9) (See Memory Upgrade Module on page 53 for more information) Lithium ion Battery Bay Lock Button Slide this lock button to lock/unlock the internal battery. (Figure 2-9) Lithium ion Battery Bay Release Button Slide the release button to release the internal battery. (Figure 2-9) Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery. (Figure 2-9) (See Lithium ion Battery on page 41 for more information) Main Unit and Configuration Label The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. In addition, the configuration portion of the label has the serial number and manufacturer information that you will need to give your support representative. It identifies the exact version of various components of your LifeBook. (Figure 2-9) 13 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Power Battery Identifier AC Adapter Battery Level Battery Charging Hard Drive Access DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Access PC Card Access Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access NumLk CapsLk ScrLk Figure 2-10 Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-10) states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook is using. s s On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use. Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected. POWER INDICATOR The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational. It has several different states, each of which tells you what mode your LifeBook is in at that time. s BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS The two Battery Level indicators state whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery and/or the optional second Lithium ion battery are installed (Battery 1 refers to the primary Lithium ion battery, while Battery 2 refers to the Flexible Bay optional second battery). In addition, this symbol states how much charge is available within each installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook. (Figure 2-11) s s Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook and that it is ready for use. Flashing: This means that your LifeBook is in Suspend mode. Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook has been turned off with the power switch. If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch. AC ADAPTER INDICATOR The AC Adapter indicator states whether your LifeBook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different 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 76%­100% Charging 76%­100% cation function active. (See Auto Insert Notification Function on page 50 for more information) POINT 51%­75% 26%­50% 11%­25% Low Warning <11% Critical Low or Dead Battery Shorted Battery The Windows 98 Second Edition DVD/CD-RW/CDROM Auto Insert Notification function will periodically check for a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM installed in the drive, causing the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator to flash. The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Auto Insert Notification function allows your system to automatically start a DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM 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 Notification Function on page 50 for more information) Figure 2-11 Battery Level Indicator CAUTION A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your internal hard drive or optional second hard drive is being accessed. POINT The Hard Drive Access indicator does not show which hard drive is being accessed. (Figure 2-11) POINT If there is no battery activity, the power adapters are not connected, and the power switch is Off, the Battery Level indicators will also be off. BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that specific battery is charging. This indicator operates whether the power switch is in the On or Off position, and will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge. CAUTION Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged. FLOPPY/SUPERDISK DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The Floppy/SuperDisk Drive Access indicator states whether the floppy disk or SuperDisk 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 External Floppy Disk Drive on page 43 for more information) PC CARD ACCESS INDICATOR The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your LifeBook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will flash if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is no card installed. (See PC Cards on page 51 for more information) DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR The DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Access indicator tells you that the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is being accessed. If the Auto Insert Notification function is active, the indicator will flash periodically when your system is checking the DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive. If the Auto Insert Notification function is not active, the indicator will only flash when you access the DVD/CD-RW/CDROM drive. The default setting is the Auto Insert Notifi- NUMLK INDICATOR The NumLk indicator states that the internal keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode. 15 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two POINT If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys. CAPSLOCK INDICATOR The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. SCRLK INDICATOR The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active. 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 Function Keys Fn Key Start Key Numeric Keypad Start Key Application Key Cursor Keys Figure 2-12 Keyboard Keyboard 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. (Figure 2-12) s 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. (Figure 2-12) POINT If you are using the optional external numerical keypad, pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys. Numeric keypad: Your LifeBook allows certain keys to serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to toggle between the standard character and numerical keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key. Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the right, left, up, or down within windows, applications and documents. Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12], are used in conjunction with the [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. s 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 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) 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. 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 17 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Explorer, it moves the "focus" (selects the next item up, down, left, or right). (Figure 2-12) s [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 FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. (Figure 2-12) The [FN] key provides extended functions for the LifeBook and is always used in conjunction with another key. 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 than 1024 x 768 or 800 x 600 pixel resolution will still cover the entire screen.) 18 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k Cursor Control Cursor Right Button Left Button Figure 2-13 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 and a left and right 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. (Figure 2-13) Figure 2-14 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 2-15) 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 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 2-14) Figure 2-15 Double-clicking POINT If the interval between clicks is too long, the doubleclick will not be executed. 19 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two POINT Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel. TOUCHPAD CONTROL ADJUSTMENT The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. 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 2-16) Figure 2-16 Dragging 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 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. 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. 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, 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 2-7 on page 11 for location) 21 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Eject Lever Figure 2-17 Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD drive, CD-ROM drive, CD-RW drive, SuperDisk drive, Lithium ion battery, modular PC Card slot adapter, modular Digital Bay Camera and weight saver. (Figure 2-17) Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed. These devices are also optional and can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-18) s PC Card Slot Adapter SuperDisk 120 Drive DVD/ CD-ROM/ CD-RW Drive Lithium ion Battery Weight Saver Modular DVD drive: This allows you to access movies, software and audio DVD/CDs. Modular CD-ROM drive: This allows you to access both software and audio CDs. s Digital Bay Camera The following are also Flexible Bay optional devices which can be purchased separately. (Figure 2-18) s Figure 2-18 Flexible Bay Devices Modular CD-RW drive: This allows you to access both software and audio CDs as well as the ability to write to CDs. Modular SuperDisk drive: This is an optional 120MB floppy disk drive made by Imation, for use with your LifeBook. Modular PC Card slot adapter: This allows you to use an additional Type II PC Card. Modular Lithium ion battery: This is a rechargeable battery that can be used to power your LifeBook when an adapter is not connected. Weight Saver: This is used to fill the bay when no device is needed. Modular Digital Bay Camera: This is a Digital Camera that can be used to take digital stills or video. REMOVING AND INSTALLING MODULAR DEVICES There are two ways to remove and install modular devices in the Flexible Bay: s s s s s Cold-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook is powered off. Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your system is active using BayManagerTM software. WARNING You should never leave your Flexible Bay empty when the LifeBook is in operation. s s 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 Cold-swapping To cold-swap modular devices in your Flexible Bay follow these easy steps: (Figure 2-19) 1. Close any open files. 2. Shutdown your LifeBook. 3. Pull out the Flexible Bay eject lever. This will push your device out slightly, allowing you to remove the device. 4. Slide your device out until it is clear of the bay. This will require light force. can swap modular devices while your OS is running, this is called hot-swapping. Using BayManager It's easy to swap modular devices on your LifeBook using BayManager. To hot-swap modular devices follow these steps: 1. Point your mouse on the BayManager icon on the Windows Taskbar in the lower right corner of your screen. 2. Double click the left mouse button to bring up the BayManager window. POINT Devices are protected from being removed while the OS is using it. If the device is in use, an Error Message window pops up and requests you to close any open files. Close any open files and restart procedure at step 1. (a) Flexible Bay Eject Lever (b) (c) (d) Figure 2-19 Removing/Installing a device in the Flexible Bay CAUTION Be careful aligning and seating devices in the bay. If the fit is incorrect, you may damage the bay or the device. If the device does not move easily in the bay, remove it, and check for dirt or foreign objects. It will require a firm push to latch the device in place. 3. Click Remove/Swap or Insert button to change a device in the Flexible Bay. 4. A message appears telling you that it is safe to swap devices. 5. Swap the modular devices. 6. Click OK button. 7. You can access and use the device when the "System Device change" message goes away. Your LifeBook will automatically detect the new device and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the device will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer. Key Information About BayManager You can see the type of device present in the Flexible Bay by pointing at the BayManager icon on the Taskbar or in the Storage Device tab of BayManager Properties. Information about the device appears as follows: s 5. Slide the device you are installing into your LifeBook until it clicks into place. 6. It is now safe to turn your LifeBook back on. 7. You can now access and use the device. Your LifeBook will automatically detect the new device and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the device will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer. Hot-swapping with BayManagerTM under Windows 98 Second Edition BayManagerTM provides a simple and powerful method of switching modular devices on your LifeBook without having to reboot. Windows 98 Second Edition does not natively support hot-swapping. With BayManager, you Built-in CD-ROM/CD-RW/DVD drive: Identified as "CD-ROM" Built-in SuperDisk or a second hard disk drive: Identified as "DiskDrive" Built-in floppy disk drive (FDD), FDD connected via specific connector on the connector box, or USB FDD: Identified as "Floppy" s s s Tips About Using BayManager If you have BayManager installed in your computer, and want to enable Direct Memory Access (DMA) to a bay device, click the device icon on the Storage Devices tab of the BayManager dialogue box to check DMA. Note that not all devices support DMA. 23 LifeBook S Series ­ Section Two s s s s s s s Before running the software to swap or remove the current Flexible Bay device, be sure to close all the other applications that could be using the current bay device. If you swapped or inserted your Flexible Bay device with My Computer or Windows Explorer opened, click View, and then click Refresh. The Copy Disk utility for the built-in SuperDisk cannot be used if BayManager is installed. To work around this limitation, perform the following steps: (Note that in order to copy SuperDisk media, your memory size must be greater than the size of the SuperDisk media.) s Create an empty folder on your C: drive to which you will copy the files. s Open the SuperDisk files using My Computer or Windows Explorer. s Click Edit/Select All. s Copy all the files to the newly-created folder. s Swap the disk with an empty formatted disk. s Copy all the files from the new folder to the empty disk. If you have BayManager installed in your LifeBook, and insert a SuperDisk into its drive on the Flexible Bay, the disk will indicate Removable Disk on the screen; this phenomenon does not affect your operations adversely. If you are running Adaptec Easy CD Creator, and want to swap or remove the current multi-bay device, close Adaptec Easy CD Creator, wait for about 30 seconds, then do the swapping or removal. After you swap or insert your Flexible Bay device, the CD-ROM or DVD Autorun might stop. To work around this problem, go to My Computer and doubleclick the icon for CD-ROM or DVD drive. If a LifeBook with a USB FDD connected is put on Standby, the drive letter for the FDD might change (from A) after the computer is brought out of the power saving state. This phenomenon does not affect operations adversely. s s s s s s If Windows is started on a LifeBook with an external USB FDD connected, an icon for the FDD might not appear in My Computer or Windows Explorer. If you encounter this problem, remove the FDD from your computer, then reconnect it. Wait about 30 seconds after Windows 98 Second Edition boots up or resumes from Standby/Hibernation before using BayManager. If the FDD (A:) is not shown in My Computer or Windows Explorer even if the FDD is connected, please execute [Insert] by using BayManager. If you remove a CD-RW drive, you may hear a noise; this phenomenon does not affect your operations adversely. If you have BayManager installed in your computer, and want to use an ATA Flash or similar PC Card, do the following: 1. In the Control Panel window, double-click the System icon. 2. From the Device Manager tab, select Computer, then click Properties. 3. From the Reserve Resources tab, click Input/ Output (I/O). 4. Click Add. 5. Type 170 in the Start Value box, and 177 in the End Value box. Click OK. 6. Click OK in the Computer Properties window. 7. Click OK in the System Properties window. If you have BayManager installed in your computer, and want to use a USB Audio device (e.g., USB speakers), disconnect the USB Audio before you insert a PCMCIA card. Hot-swapping under Windows 2000 Professional Under Windows 2000 Professional, hot-swapping is provided through the Unplug or Eject Hardware utility. The icon for the utility appears on the taskbar. 24 G e t t i n g t o K n o w Yo u r L i f e B o o k