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  • Page 1 © Copyright 2000 Fujitsu Limited. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without the prior written consent of Fujitsu Limited. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu Limited.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully. Save these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use this product near water.
  • Page 3 AUSTRALIAN WARNINGS WARNING FOR SAFETY REASONS, ONLY CONNECT EQUIPMENT WITH A TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMPLIANCE LABEL. THIS INCLUDES CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT PREVIOUSLY LABELLED PERMITTED OR CERTIFIED. Connection of Non Certified/Approved peripherals may result in the equipment operating outside the Australian EMI Standards. Modems connected to the Australian telecommunications network must be operated in accordance with the Labelling Notice.
  • Page 4 NEW ZEALAND WARNINGS The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom’s network services.
  • Page 5 Note: Modem setting in Windows 98 The default modem setting in Windows 98 operating system is United States of America. If you are residing in Australia or New Zealand, please choose the appropriate country where you are located. Dial type must be set to Tone Dialing if you are either in Australia or New Zealand. Please see below instruction for quick modem setup.
  • Page 6 NOTATION IN THIS DOCUMENT Warnings This manual uses a variety of icons as visual marks so that you can use this computer safely and correctly and avoid damage and danger to yourself and to others. These icons and their meanings are as follows.
  • Page 7 Workstation and NT Server Version 4.0” are both written as “Windows NT 4.0”. “Windows NT 3.51” and “Windows NT 4.0” are both written as Windows NT. “Fujitsu Lifebook” is written as “this computer” or “the computer main unit”. Ani Content...
  • Page 8 Configuration of this Manual Getting Started This section explains boot sequence for using this computer. SECTION 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, touch pad operation methods, connector box handling, and battery operation.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions ......2 Front/Top ..................... 2 Left Side/Right Side ................4 Rear/Bottom ..................6 Port replicator ..................8 Status Indicator LCD ................9 2. Flat Point ................11 What Is the Flat Point? ..............11 Flat Point Usage ................
  • Page 10 3. Expansion RAM Modules ........... 42 Installing an Expansion RAM Module ..........42 Removing an Expansion RAM Module ..........44 4. Multi-bay Unit ............... 45 Replacing multi-bay units ..............45 Precautions on handling or using the multi-bay unit ......46 Loading/Ejecting disks ...............
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is completed without a failure and without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating system’s opening screen.
  • Page 12: Bios Setup Utility

    To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your notebook. 2. Press he [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
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  • Page 14: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions

    SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions Front/Top LCD panel Displays text, graphics, etc. Critical Point The TFT color LCD panel used with this computer has been made using high resolution technology, but there might be dots that are always lit up or always not lit up on part of the screen.
  • Page 15 Condenser Microphone Allows sound (monaural) recording. Critical Point When some kind of software (karaoke software, etc.) is activated, it automatically inactivates muting of the built-in microphone and the built-in speaker may resultingly howl. In such the case, use a general headphone and external speaker available on the market. When the built-in microphone is used, be sure to hold the LCD panel open, otherwise howling may be occur.
  • Page 16: Left Side/Right Side

    Left Side/Right Side 14 15 16 17 18 " Multi-bay Depending on the models, one of the following units is provided for your personal computer. • CD-ROM drive unit • CD-R/RW drive unit • CCD Camera drive unit • DVD-ROM drive unit •...
  • Page 17 & Line In jack Terminal for audio input. Microphone jack (MIC-IN jack) Terminal for connecting a commercially-available microphone. Critical Point When a microphone is in use, excessively turning up the volume might cause the speaker to howl. Some types of commercially-available microphones (for example, dynamic microphones) cannot be used with this computer.
  • Page 18: Rear/Bottom

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  • Page 19 Infrared communications port Interface for carrying out infrared communications. Critical Point Don’t bring the AC adaptor or CRT display close to the infrared communications port during infrared communication, otherwise the computer may malfunction because of noise generated. mini-Serial connector (available on certain model) USB connector (Invalid for the Windows NT system) Connector for connecting a peripheral equipment which meets the USB standard.
  • Page 20: Port Replicator

    Port replicator 2 3 4 Port replicator release button Slide this button to remove the port replicater from the personal computer. LAN connector Connector for connecting a LAN cable. Expansion keyboard connector Connector for connecting a separately sold PS/2 standard numeric keypad. Mouse connector Connector for connecting a separately sold PS/2 mouse.
  • Page 21: Status Indicator Lcd

    Status Indicator LCD 11 12 SUS/RES indicator ( When this computer is operating, this indicator lights up; when the computer is in suspend mode, this indicator flashes. AC adaptor indicator ( Lights up when the power is being supplied from the AC adaptor. Battery pack mounting indicators ( 1, 2, Lights up when the battery pack is mounted.
  • Page 22 Num Lock indicator ( Lights up when [Num Lk] key is pressed to put the keyboard into numeric keypad mode. " Caps Lock indicator ( Lights up when [Shift] + [Caps lock] keys are pressed to put the keyboard into CAPS mode. Scroll Lock indicator ( Lights up or goes out each time the [Fn] + [Scr Lk] keys are pressed.
  • Page 23: Flat Point

    SECTION 1 2. Flat Point What Is the Flat Point? The main operations for this computer use the flat point. This item explains the flat point. The flat point is a convenient pointing device that moves the mouse pointer with your fingertips. It comprises the operating surface and the two buttons in front of it.
  • Page 24: Flat Point Usage

    Flat Point Usage Click Either tap the operating surface once or press the left button once until it clicks, then immediately release it. Clicking the right button once is called a right click. Double click Either tap the operating surface twice consecu- tively or twice quickly press the left button twice until it clicks, then immediately release it.
  • Page 25: Keyboard

    SECTION 1 3. Keyboard Keyboard The keyboard is the device for giving instructions to the computer, inputting data, and executing. The keys can be divided into two types. Control keys Character keys Numeric Keypad Mode The mode in which some of the character keys are used as numeric keys (with a key layout that makes numeric input easier) instead of their normal functions is called numeric keypad mode.
  • Page 26: Names Of The Main Keys And Their Functions

    Names of the Main Keys and their Functions Esc (escape) key The usage is determined by the application software. It is often used to return to the previous operation. F1-F12 (function) keys The usage depends on the application software. Fn key A key unique to this computer;...
  • Page 27 Enter key Also called the return key or the line feed key. This key inputs line feeds and executes command. Ctrl key Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software. Shift key Used in combination with other keys. Alt key Used in combination with other keys;...
  • Page 28: Switching On The Power

    SECTION 1 4. Switching on the Power Switching on the power This item explains the normal way to switch the computer main unit power on. Critical Point When turning on the personal computer connected with an optional FDD unit, check to see whether a floppy disk is set in the floppy disk drive or not.
  • Page 29 Critical Point Do not carry this computer around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on. These can result in breakdown. Column POST is the abbreviation for POWER ON SELF TEST, which is a self-diagnostic test that checks for abnormalities within the computer.
  • Page 30: Switching Off The Power

    SECTION 1 5. Switching off the Power This item explains how to switch off the power and gives precautions for switching off the power. Precautions for Switching Off the Power The following precautions must be observed when switching off the power. When switching off the main switch, end Windows 98 first.
  • Page 31 Check that Shut down the computer is selected, then click Yes. The power is switched off. Critical Point If the MAIN switch is not turned off after the step 3, the computer will be turned on next time by pressing the SUS/RES switch only. You can reset this computer by selecting Restart the computer with the screen shown in Step 2.
  • Page 32: Suspend/Resume Function

    SECTION 1 6. Suspend/Resume Function What Is the Suspend/Resume Function? When this computer is suspended with the SUS/RES switch, the suspend/resume function retains the programs and data in memory as is so that you can resume operations immediately the next time you press the SUS/RES switch.
  • Page 33 Using the cover close switch Close the LCD panel. This unit goes into suspend mode using the cover close switch. Critical Point When the BIOS setup Lid Closure Suspend setting is “Disabled”, this unit does not go into suspend mode even if you close the LCD panel. Use the [Quit Windows] dialog.
  • Page 34: Precautions For Suspending

    Precautions for Suspending Pay attention to the following points when using the suspend function. Don’t continue pressing the SUS/RES switch for 4 seconds or more. If the SUS/RES switch is continuously pressed for 4 seconds or longer, the personal computer is turned off. When the computer is connected to a network using a LAN card or modem and when the peripheral equipment is expanded with a PC card, you may not be able to use the suspend/resume function.
  • Page 35: Resuming

    Resuming This personal computer can be resumed by the SUS/RES switch or the cover close switch. Critical Point When resuming this personal computer after it was suspended, resume it 10 or more seconds after the last suspending operation. The screen occasionally flickers during suspending/resuming operation. SUS/RES switch Resuming with the SUS/RES switch Press the SUS/RES switch for...
  • Page 36: Battery

    SECTION 1 7. Battery Battery Charging For portability, this computer can operate either from the AC adaptor or from its battery. This item explains how to charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor. is displayed. AC adaptor First connect the AC power cord to the AC During charging, is displayed on the adaptor (1), next connect the other cord of...
  • Page 37: Battery Operation

    Battery Operation This item explains operation with the battery. Disconnect the AC adaptor and When the MAIN switch is on, press switch on the main switch. the SUS/RES switch. Main switch SUS/RES switch Slide the main switch in the direction of the stops flashing and stays lit up.
  • Page 38: Checking The Remaining Battery Charge

    Checking the Remaining Battery Charge This computer indicates the amount of battery charge remaining with the remaining battery charge indicator on the status indicator LCD. Remaining battery charge indicator Indicates battery charge level of about 76% to about 100% Indicates battery charge level of about 51% to about 75% Indicates battery charge level of about 26% to about 50% Indicates battery charge level of about 16% to about 25% Indicates the low battery state (battery charge level of about 15% or lower).
  • Page 39: Low Battery State

    Low Battery State This item explains the display when this computer’s battery is low and what to do. The low battery is announced in the following way. The warning beeps and the battery mark on the status indicator LCD flashes. Critical Point If the audio volume is set too low, you may not be able to hear the warning beep.
  • Page 40: Replacing The Internal Battery Pack

    Replacing the Internal Battery Pack Save the program to the hard disk or a floppy disk before replacing the Built-in battery pack. This item explains how to replace the Built-in battery pack. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor before installing/removing the Built-in battery pack in order to avoid electric shock.
  • Page 41 Install the new Built-in battery pack. Lock the Built-in battery pack. Built-in battery pack lock Install the new Built-in battery pack. Lock the Built-in battery pack with the Built-in battery pack lock that was once released in the previous step 2. Critical Point Do not remove the Built-in battery pack except when its service life has expired.
  • Page 42: Precautions For Battery Pack

    Precautions for Battery Pack WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK All battery packs are extremely delicate products. When installing or removing one, do not drop it or subject it to strong shocks. If this should happen, do not use that battery pack in the interest of safely, because there is a risk of electric shock or malfunction. Discharge After you charge the battery pack, even if you store it without using it, over about 1 month it will naturally discharge.
  • Page 43: Port Replicator

    SECTION 1 8. Port Replicator Attaching the port replicator This item explains how to attach the port replicator. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adapter before attaching the port replicator in order to avoid electric shock. Important Do not carry your personal computer with the port replicator attached to it, otherwise the port replicator might fall off and break.
  • Page 44: Detaching The Port Replicator

    Detaching the port replicator This item explains how to detach the port replicator. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adapter before detaching the port replicator in order to avoid electric shock. Release the lock.
  • Page 45: Built-In Lan (Local-Area Network) Device

    SECTION 1 9. Built-in LAN (local-area network) device Connection This item explains how to connect a LAN cable into the LAN connector. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Be sure to turn off your personal computer and disconnect the AC adaptor from it be- fore connecting a LAN cable to the computer, otherwise you might get an electric shock.
  • Page 46: Internal Fax Modem

    SECTION 1 10.Internal FAX Modem This item explains how to plug a modular cable into the modular connector. Connection WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Be sure to turn off your personal computer and disconnect the AC adaptor from it before connecting a modular cable to the computer, otherwise you might get an electric shock. ELECTRIC SHOCK When it thunders in the neighborhood, immediately turn off your personal computer and disconnect the AC adaptor and the modular cable from the computer, otherwise...
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  • Page 48: Options

    SECTION 2 1. Options What is the Options You can expand the functions of this computer by connecting various options. Connecting options such as a printer or a modem card makes it possible to print documents created with this computer and to communicate them to other computers.
  • Page 49 WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Only connect equipment recommended by Fujitsu. Connecting any other equipment can cause electric shock, fire, or breakdown. CAUTION INJURY When installing/removing options, do not remove any screws other than those specified by this manual. Removing any other screws can cause injury and breakdown.
  • Page 50: Pc Cards

    SECTION 2 2. PC Cards Precautions for PC Cards Observe the following points when using PC cards to prevent breakdown. Do not place PC cards in high- Do not subject PC cards to Avoid rubbing PC cards and temperature locations and loca- strong shocks.
  • Page 51: Installing Pc Cards

    Installing PC Cards PC card is a generic term for business card sized cards which have a program and data memory function or peripheral equipment functions such as a modem or LAN adaptor. This item explains how to install a PC card. Critical Point Remove the dummy card from the PC card slot.
  • Page 52: Removing Pc Cards

    Removing PC Cards This item explains how to remove a PC card. Click the PC card icon on the task bar. Critical Point Don’t eject the PC card by clicking “Stop” on the “PC card (PCMCIA) properties” window that appears when “PC card” icon on the task bar is double clicked or “PC card” icon on the control panel is clicked.
  • Page 53 Raise the PC card eject/lock button. Remove the PC card. PC card eject/ PC card eject/ lock button PC card lock button Press the PC card eject/lock button to eject the PC card. Set the dummy card in the PC card Critical Point slot.
  • Page 54: Expansion Ram Modules

    SECTION 2 3. Expansion RAM Modules Installing an Expansion RAM Module This item explains how to install expansion RAM modules. Turn off the main switch and WARNING disconnect the AC adaptor. ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor when installing an expansion RAM module in order to avoid electric shock.
  • Page 55 Fit the cover of the expansion RAM module slot. Slot cover Fit the cover removed in 2. CAUTION DAMAGE The expansion RAM module is made up of parts that are extremely vulnerable to static electricity and can be damaged by the static electricity built up inside the main unit. When installing or removing an expansion RAM module, hold it by the edges.
  • Page 56: Removing An Expansion Ram Module

    Removing an Expansion RAM Module This item explains how to remove an expansion RAM module. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor when removing an expansion RAM module in order to avoid electric shock. Remove the cover of the expansion Turn off the main switch and RAM module slot.
  • Page 57: Multi-Bay Unit

    SECTION 2 4. Multi-bay Unit Replacing multi-bay units This item explains how to replace multi-bay units. WARNING Turn computer disconnect the AC adaptor from it. ELECTRIC SHOCK Before replacing multi-bay units, be sure to turn off your computer and unplug the AC adapter from it, otherwise you might get an electric shock.
  • Page 58: Precautions On Handling Or Using The Multi-Bay Unit

    Precautions on handling or using the multi-bay unit To avoid possible trouble, always take the following precautions when handling or using the multi-bay unit. Do not keep the multi-bay unit in a place where the temperature can fall extremely low, rise extremely high, or change greatly.
  • Page 59: Loading/Ejecting Disks

    Loading/Ejecting disks This item explains how to load and eject a disk in/from the CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive mounted in the multi bay. Critical Point Press the EJECT button. You can only install/eject a Disk when the computer main unit is in operating mode because of the electronic lock of the CD- ROM/DVD-ROM drive.
  • Page 60 Set the tray. Push the tray in gently. Critical Point If the tray cannot be pushed to the innermost position, pull it out until it clicks and try to push it deeply once more. When ejecting a Disk, carry out the same procedure as for loading. If for some reason the tray does not come out when you press the eject button, insert something like a ball-point pen into the hole to the right of the EJECT button on the unit and pull out the tray.
  • Page 61: Loading/Ejecting An Ls-120 Disk

    Loading/Ejecting an LS-120 disk This item explains how to load/eject an LS-120 disk in/from the LS-120 disk drive. Ejecting an LS-120 disk Loading an LS-120 disk Press the EJECT button. Insert an LS-120 disk into the LS-120 disk drive. EJECT button Before pressing the EJECT button, make sure Insert an LS-120 disk into the LS-120 disk that both the LS-120 disk drive access lamp...
  • Page 62: Floppy Disk Unit

    SECTION 2 5. Floppy Disk Unit Installing a Floppy Disk Unit This item explains how to install a floppy disk unit. WARNING Turn the main switch off and disconnect the AC adaptor. ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor when installing a floppy disk unit in order to avoid...
  • Page 63: Precautions For Floppy Disk Unit

    Avoid using the floppy disk unit in damp or dusty locations. Never use the floppy disk unit with any liquid, metal or other foreign matter inside it. If any foreign matter gets inside the floppy disk unit, consult the store from where it was purchased or a Fujitsu service center.
  • Page 64: Removing A Floppy Disk Unit

    Removing a Floppy Disk Unit This item explains how to remove a floppy disk unit. Turn off the main switch and WARNING disconnect the AC adaptor. ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor when removing a floppy disk unit in order to avoid electric shock.
  • Page 65: What Is A Floppy Disk

    What is a Floppy Disk? A floppy disk is a medium for storing programs or data. This item explains basic knowledge and precautions regarding floppy disks. Types of floppy disks If floppy disks are classified according to the amount of data they can store (the memory capacity), typically there are 2 types.
  • Page 66: Precautions On Handling

    Precautions on Handling Take the following precautions when using floppy disks in order to avoid damaging them. Be careful not to spill liquids such Do not place them in places with Do not bend them or place heavy as coffee onto them. high temperatures or in direct objects on top of them.
  • Page 67: Loading/Ejecting A Floppy Disk

    Loading/Ejecting a Floppy Disk This item explains how to load and eject floppy disks. Ejecting Loading Insert into the floppy disk drive. Press the EJECT button. Access lamp Label Eject button EJECT button Insert the floppy disk with the label upwards Check that the floppy disk unit’s access lamp and the shutter side first until the EJECT is out, then press the EJECT button.
  • Page 68: Mouse

    SECTION 2 6. Mouse Connecting the Mouse The following explains the way to connect the mouse. Turn the main switch off and Connect the connector at the end of the disconnect the AC adaptor. mouse cable to the mouse connector on the rear side of the port replicator.
  • Page 69 Button operations • Click Press the left mouse button once until it clicks. The action of pressing the right button once firmly Click enough that it clicks is called a “right click”. • Double click Press the mouse left button two times quickly in a row.
  • Page 70: Numeric Keypad

    SECTION 2 7. Numeric Keypad Connecting a Numeric Keypad This item explains how to connect a numeric keypad. Switch off the main switch. Plug the cable of the numeric keypad into the expansion keyboard connector on the rear panel of the port replicator. Main switch Slide the main switch in the direction of the Have the arrow marked on the connector...
  • Page 71: Crt Monitor

    SECTION 2 8. CRT Monitor Connecting an External CRT Monitor An external CRT monitor can be connected to this computer. This item explains how to connect a CRT monitor to the CRT connector on the rear of the computer main unit. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always switch off the computer main unit main switch and disconnect the AC adaptor...
  • Page 72 Connect the CRT monitor to the computer main unit. Plug the CRT cable securely into both the connector of the CRT monitor and the CRT connector of your personal computer or port replicater, then fix them with screws. Critical Point For making the image clearer on the CRT display, connect the CRT cable to the CRT connector of the computer.
  • Page 73: Ccd Camera

    SECTION 2 9. CCD Camera Focus dial Lens Connector Shutter release button Eject button Focus dial Turn this dial to bring the lens into focus. Lens Point the lens at the camera subject. Shutter release button Press this button to take a digital still picture or to start digital video recording. Eject button Press this button to draw out the CCD camera from the CCD camera unit.
  • Page 74: Preparing Required Things

    Using CCD camera When the CCD camera is connected to the personal computer, you can enjoy digital still pictures and digital video pictures on the personal computer. This item explains the following procedures. • Connection of the CCD camera Preparing required things Connect the CCD camera to the USB connector of the personal computer for taking digital still pictures and recording digital video pictures.
  • Page 75 3 Raise the CCD camera to release it from the projecting catch of the CCD camera unit and adjust the angle of the camera. projecting catch IMPORTANT Note on camera angle The CCD camera can be turned at an angle of 45( (clockwise) or 90( (counterclockwise) at the maximum.
  • Page 76 Connect the CCD camera to the personal Personal computer with the connecting cable. computer CCD camera 1 Connect the smaller connector of the connecting cable to the connector of the CCD camera. 2 Connect the larger connector of the connecting cable to the USB connector on the rear of the personal computer.
  • Page 77: Removing The Ccd Camera From Personal Computer

    Removing the CCD camera from personal computer When the CCD camera was used as it was externally connected to the personal computer Connect the CCD camera to the CCD camera unit. Plug the connector of the CCD camera with its flat side up into the jack of the unit. Flat side Lock the CCD camera Tilt down the CCD camera keeping its upper...
  • Page 78: One Touch Operation Buttons

    SECTION 2 10.One Touch Operation buttons The one touch operation buttons function as quick access for pre-configured applications, browser or e-mail. It enables users to start a program quickly with a single press on the buttons. Internet E-Mail 1 Start an application. Press the button to start an application.
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  • Page 80: Care And Maintenance

    SECTION 3 1. Care and Maintenance If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices. Caution: Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Operations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult.
  • Page 81 Storing your LifeBook Notebook • If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook notebook off and remove all Lithium Ion batteries. • Store your LifeBook notebook and batteries separately. If you store your notebook with a battery installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced.
  • Page 82: Floppy Disks And Drives

    • When travelling with the hard drive removed, wrap the drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a metal detector. Have your hard drive hand-inspected by security personnel.
  • Page 83 Caring for your Floppy Disk Drive • To clean, wipe the floppy disk drive clean with a dry soft cloth, or with a soft cloth dampened with water or a solution of neutral detergent. Never use benzene, paint thinner or other volatile material. •...
  • Page 84 Caring for your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM Drive Your DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points: • The drive rotates the compact disk at a very high speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on.
  • Page 85: Glossary

    SECTION 3 2. Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook. Active-Matrix Display A type of technology for making flat-panel displays which has a transistor or similar device for every pixel on the screen.
  • Page 86 CMOS RAM Complementary metal oxide semiconductor random access memory. This is a technology for manufacturing random access memory which requies very low level power to operate. COMM Port Abbreviation for communication port. This is your serial interface connection. Command An instruction which you give your operating system. Example: run a particular application or format a floppy disk.
  • Page 87 Megahertz 1,000,000 cycles per second. Memory A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your notebook CPU. Megahertz. MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface. A standard communication protocol for exchange of information between computers and sound producers such as synthesizers. Modem A contraction for MOdulator-DEModulator.
  • Page 88 Pitch (keyboard) The distance between the centers of the letter keys of a keyboard. Pixel The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your display screen. The more pixels screen. The more pixels per area the clearer your image will appear. POST Power On Self Test.
  • Page 89 Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity form a static charge which has built-up slowly. Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day or the sparks you get form brushing hair on a dry day. Extended Memory All memory more than the 640KB recognized by MS-DOS as system memory.
  • Page 90 Kilobyte. Program An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it. PS/2 An IBM series of personal computers which established a number of standards for connecting external devices such as keyboards and monitors.
  • Page 91 SMART Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) is an emerging technology that provides near-term failure predictions for hard drives. When SMART is enabled the hard drive monitors predetermined drive attributes that are susceptible to degradation over time. If a failure is likely to occur.
  • Page 92 VRAM Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to video display data and control. Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business computing without sacrificing power and flexibility. Write Protect Prevent alteration of the binary state of all bits in a storage media. Example: all information on a device such as a floppy diskette;...
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  • Page 94: When This Happens

    SECTION 4 1. When This Happens When you are having trouble with this computer, there is something you think is strange, or there is something you want to do, but do not know how. This section is divided into related items.
  • Page 95 Checkpoint Cause and Solution Have you been pressing any On this computer, if the power management functions are set of the keys? and no key is pressed for a certain period of time, the CPU stops and the LCD panel backlight goes out. (In this state, pressing any key lights up the backlight again.) If the computer stops too frequently, change the BIOS setup settings.
  • Page 96 Floppy disk or LS-120 disk can not be used. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the floppy disk loaded into Insert the floppy disk with its label facing up, into the drive the floppy disk drive correctly? shutter and keep inserting firmly until you hear a clicking sound. Is the floppy disk formatted? New floppy disks can not be used until they are formatted (initialized).
  • Page 97 The power management function is not executed. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is Power Savings set to off in Reset the BIOS setup. the BIOS setup? Message displayed on screen. See the message list. Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the CD-ROM correctly set?
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