Fujitsu LifeBook B2620 User manual

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B5FH-6571-01EN-00
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Fujitsu PC Corporation
Address: 5200 Patrick Henry Drive
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Telephone: [phone]
Declares that product: Model Configuration:
LifeBook B2620
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.
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Table of Contents
Fujitsu LifeBook B Series Notebook
Table of Contents
1
PREFACE
Preface
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
FPC Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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GETTING STARTED WITH
YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Overview
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Locating the Controls
and Connectors
Top and Front Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Left-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Right-Side Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Bottom Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Status Indicator Panel
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
AC Adapter Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Level Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Battery Charging Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Hard Drive or Removable
Media Drive Access Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PC Card Access Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
NumLk Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
CapsLock Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
ScrLk Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Security Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Keyboard
Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Numeric Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Windows Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Cursor Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Quick Point Pointing Device
Touch Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Volume Control
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel . . . . . . .20
Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operating Your LifeBook Security/
Application Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Uninstalling the Security Panel Application . . . . . 21
Launching Applications with
the Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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USING YOUR
LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK
Power Sources
Connecting the Power Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Display Panel
Opening the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness . . . . . . . . . . .28
Closing the Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
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Starting Your LifeBook Notebook
Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Booting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Activating Additional Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Registering Your LifeBook notebook . . . . . . . . . 31
Power Management
Suspend/Resume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Standby Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Hibernate Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Display Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Hard Disk Timeout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Windows Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Restarting the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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USER-INSTALLABLE FEATURES
Lithium ion Battery
Recharging the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
External Floppy Disk Drive
Connecting an External Floppy Disk drive. . . . . . 39
Loading a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Ejecting a Disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Preparing a Disk for Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
PC Cards
Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Removing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Smart Card Reader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Memory Upgrade Module
Installing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . . 42
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module . . . . . . . 42
Checking the Computer Recognition
of New Memory Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Port Replicator
Rear Panel Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Front Panel Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Attaching the Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Detaching the Port Replicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Device Ports
Modem (RJ-11) Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack (LAN model only). . . . 46
Parallel Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
PS/2 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Docking Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
External Floppy Disk Drive Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Universal Serial Bus Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Infrared Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Microphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Headphone Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
External Monitor Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
Identifying the Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Troubleshooting Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Power On Self Test Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Modem Result Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Restoring Your
Pre-installed Software
Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Using DISE with Windows 2000/XP. . . . . . . . . . 62
Installing and Using DISE With
Windows 98 Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6
Care and Maintenance
LifeBook Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Floppy Disks and Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
Configuration Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Microprocessor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Mass Storage Device Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Integrated Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
LifeBook Security/Application Panel . . . . . . . . . . 73
Theft Prevention Lock SLot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Device Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Learning About Your Application Software. . . . .75
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GLOSSARY
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Appendix - Wireless
LAN User’s Guide
FCC Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Before Using This Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Connecting Windows 98/2000 Systems. . . . . . .93
Network Connection: Windows 98. . . . . . . . . . .94
Network Connection: Windows 2000. . . . . . . . .96
Connecting Windows XP Systems . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
If a Second LAN Device is Installed. . . . . . . . . . 109
About IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
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Preface
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LifeBook B Series
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Preface
Preface
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The LifeBook® B Series notebook from Fujitsu PC
Corporation is a powerful mini-notebook computer. It
is powered by an Intel® Pentium™ III microprocessor,
has a built-in color touch screen display, and brings the
computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs)
to a portable environment.
This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook
notebook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your
LifeBook notebook is compatible with the IBM® PC AT.
It comes with Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows®
2000 Professional, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP
Professional pre-installed.
Your notebook is a completely self-contained unit with
an active-matrix (TFT) color LCD display. It has a
powerful interface that enables it to support a variety of
optional features.
Conventions Used in the Guide
Keyboard keys appear in brackets.
Example: [Fn], [F1], [Esc], [Enter] and [Ctrl].
Pages with additional information about a specific topic
are cross-referenced within the text.
Example: (See page xx.)
On screen buttons or menu items appear in bold
Example: Click OK to restart your notebook.
DOS commands you enter appear in Courier type.
Example: Shutdown the computer?
FPC CONTACT INFORMATION
Service and Support
You can contact FPC Service and Support the following
ways:
■Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
■Fax: [phone]
■E-mail: [email protected]om
■Web site: http://www.fujitsupc.com
Before you place the call, you should have the
following information ready so that the customer
support representative can provide you with the
fastest possible solution:
■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 Online
You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog
for your notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accesso-
ries Web site URL link, located in the Windows
Start menu.
You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by
clicking on the Fujitsu Service and Support Web site
URL link, located in the Service and Support Software
folder of the Windows Start menu.
WARRANTY
Your LifeBook notebook is backed by a three year Inter-
national Limited Warranty and includes toll-free tech-
nical support. Check the service kit that came with your
notebook for warranty terms and conditions.
POINT
The point icon highlights information that will enhance
your understanding of the subject material.
CAUTION
The caution icon highlights information that is
important to the safe operation of your computer, or to
the integrity of your files. Please read all caution
information carefully.
WARNING
The warning icon highlights information that can be
hazardous to either you, your LifeBook notebook, or
your files. Please read all warning information carefully.
POINT
You must have an active internet connection to use the
online URL links.
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LifeBook B Series – Section One
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2
Getting to Know
Your LifeBook
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LifeBook B Series – Section Two
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-1 Fujitsu LifeBook B Series notebook (LAN model shown)
Overview
This section describes the components of your Fujitsu
LifeBook B Series notebook. We strongly recommend
that you read it before using your LifeBook notebook,
even if you are already familiar with notebook
computers.
UNPACKING
When you receive your LifeBook notebook, unpack it
carefully, and compare the parts you have received with
the items listed below.
For a pre-configured model you should have:
■LifeBook B Series notebook (Figure 2-1)
■AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2)
■Phone/Modem (RJ-11) telephone cable
■Stylus (located in stylus holder)
■Two additional pointer caps
■Driver and Application Restore CD
■Getting Started Guide
■User’s Guide (this document)
■International Limited Warranty Brochure
■Microsoft Windows Manual and
Certificate of Authenticity
■Premium Care Registration card and envelope
Depending upon the configuration of your notebook,
you will have one of the following battery
configurations:
■One main Lithium ion battery pre-installed,
or,
■One main high-capacity Lithium ion battery (pre-
installed),
or,
■One main Lithium ion battery pre-installed and one
spare main high-capacity Lithium ion battery
You may also have one or more of the following devices
in the box:
■External USB Floppy Disk Drive (Figure 2-4),
and/or,
■Port Replicator (Figure 2-3)
Figure 2-2 AC Adapter
Figure 2-3 Optional Port Replicator (LAN model shown)
Figure 2-4 External USB Floppy Disk Drive
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LifeBook B Series – Section Two
Figure 2-5 LifeBook notebook with display open
Locating the Controls
and Connectors
TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook
notebook’s top and front components. (Figure 2-5)
Touch Screen Stylus
The stylus is used as the pointing device for the touch
screen.
Closed Cover Switch
The closed cover switch turns off the LCD back
lighting when the display panel is closed.
Suspend/Resume Button
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend
notebook activity without powering off, resume your
notebook from standby mode, and power on your note-
book when it has been shut down from the Windows
operating system. See “Suspend/Resume Button” on
page 32.
Display Panel Latch
The display panel latch locks and releases the display
panel.
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator Panel displays symbols that corre-
spond with a specific component of your LifeBook note-
book. See “Status Indicator Panel” on page 12.
LifeBook Security/Application Panel
The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides
hardware security and one-touch application launch
capability. See “LifeBook Security/ Application Panel”
on page 20.
Quick Point Pointing Device
The Quick Point pointing device consists of two mouse-
like buttons and one cursor control button. See “Quick
Point Pointing Device” on page 16.
Keyboard
A full-function keyboard with dedicated Windows
keys. See “Keyboard” on page 14.
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows mono audio input.
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back
lighting for the display of text and graphics and Touch
Screen functionality.
Display Panel Latch
Display Panel
Status Indicator Panel
Closed Cover Switch
Keyboard
LifeBook Security/
Quick Point
Pointing Device
Suspend/Resume Button
Touch Screen Stylus
Application Panel
Cursor Control
Built-in
Microphone
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-6 LifeBook notebook left-side panel
LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note-
book’s left-side components.
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter
or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power your
notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery.
(Figure 2-6)
External Monitor Port
The external monitor port allows you to connect an
external VGA or SVGA CRT monitor. Note that when
the optional Port Replicator is attached to the system,
you must use the external monitor port on the Port
Replicator rather than the port on the system. (Figure 2-
6) See “External Monitor Port” on page 48.
PC Card Slots
The PC Card Slots allow you to install two Type II or
one Type III PC Card. (Figure 2-6) See “PC Cards” on
page 41.
DC Power Jack PC Card Slots
PC Card Eject/Lock Button
External Monitor Port
(behind cover)
Air Vents
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LifeBook B Series – Section Two
Figure 2-7 LifeBook notebook right-side panel
RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note-
book’s right-side components.
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones
or powered external speakers. (Figure 2-7) See “Head-
phone Jack” on page 47.
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external
mono microphone. (Figure 2-7) See “Microphone Jack”
on page 47.
Power Switch
This switch is the main power switch for your notebook.
(Figure 2-7)
USB Ports
The two USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. (Figure 2-7) See “Universal Serial Bus Ports”
on page 47.
Infrared Port
The fast IrDA compatible port allows you to communi-
cate with another IrDA compatible infrared device
without a cable. (Figure 2-7)
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Port
The Modem (RJ-11) telephone port is for attaching
a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K
modem. (Figure 2-7)
LAN (RJ-45) Jack
The optional internal LAN (RJ-45) port is used for an
internal Fast Ethernet (10/100 Base-T/Tx) connection.
(Figure 2-7) See “Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack (LAN model
only)” on page 46.
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional
physical lock down device. (Figure 2-7)
Headphone Jack
Microphone Jack
Power Switch
USB Ports
Anti-theft Lock Slot
Infrared Port
Modem (RJ-11) Port
Optional LAN (RJ-45)
WARNING
The internal multinational modem is not intended for
use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the
internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious
damage to the internal modem or your entire LifeBook
notebook. Consult your PBX manufacturer’s
documentation for details. Some hotels have Digital
PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect
your modem.
POINT
The internal modem is designed to the ITU-T V.90
standard. Its maximum speed of 53000bps is the
highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection
rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum
speed is 33600bps at upload.
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
Figure 2-8 LifeBook notebook bottom panel
BOTTOM COMPONENTS
Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note-
book’s bottom panel components.
Lithium ion Battery Bay
The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion
battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery
when stored over a long period of time or for swapping
a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
(Figure 2-8) See “Lithium ion Battery” on page 37.
Stereo Speakers
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.
(Figure 2-8)
Docking Port Connector
This connector allows you to connect the optional Port
Replicator. (Figure 2-8)
Main Unit and Configuration Label
The configuration label shows the model number and
other information about your LifeBook notebook. In
addition, the configuration portion of the label has the
serial number and manufacturer information that you
will need to give your support representative. It identi-
fies the exact version of various components of your
notebook. (Figure 2-8)
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed
Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory
upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system
Memory Upgrade
Compartment
Lithium ion
Battery Bay
Main Unit and
Configuration
Label (approximate
Speaker
Speaker
Battery Pack Lock Battery Pack Latch
Docking Port
Connector
location)
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LifeBook B Series – Section Two
Figure 2-9 Status Indicator Panel
Status Indicator Panel
The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond
with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook.
These symbols tell you how each of those components
are operating. (Figure 2-9)
POWER INDICATOR
The Power indicator symbol states whether your system
is operational. It has several different states, each of
which tells you what mode your notebook is in at that
time.
■Steady On: This means that there is power to your
notebook and that it is ready for use.
■Flashing: This means that your notebook is in Standby
mode.
■Steady Off: This means that your system is either in
Hibernate mode, or that your notebook has been
turned off with the power switch.
If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator
symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook notebook is
shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on
if you have either adapter connected and are shut down
from Windows, but have not turned off the power
switch.
AC ADAPTER INDICATOR
The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook
is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline
adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different
states that can tell you what power source your notebook
is using.
■On: This means that either of the adapters are
currently in use.
■Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and
you do not have an adapter connected.
BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS
The Battery Level indicators state whether or not the
primary Lithium ion battery is installed. In addition,
this symbol states how much charge is available within
the installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed
for a battery that is currently installed in your notebook.
(Figure 2-10)
Figure 2-10 Battery Level Indicator
1A1 2
Battery
Level
Hard Drive
Access
Battery
Charging
PC Card
Access
NumLk ScrLk
Security
Indicator
CapsLk
Power AC Adapter
76%–100% Charging
76%–100%
51%–75%
26%–50%
11%–25%
Low Warning <11%
Critical Low or
Dead Battery
Shorted Battery
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Getting to Know Your LifeBook
BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS
Located to the left of the Battery Level indicator is a
small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether the
battery is charging. This indicator operates whether the
power switch is in the On or Off position, and will flash
if the battery is too hot or cold to charge.
HARD DRIVE OR REMOVABLE
MEDIA DRIVE ACCESS INDICATOR
The Hard Drive Access indicator states whether your
internal hard drive.
PC CARD ACCESS INDICATORS
The PC Card Access indicator states whether or not your
notebook is accessing a PC Card. The indicator will flash
if your software tries to access a PC Card even if there is
no card installed. See “PC Cards” on page 41.
NUMLK INDICATOR
The NumLk indicator states that the integral keyboard is
set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.
CAPSLOCK INDICATOR
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set
to type in all capital letters.
SCRLK INDICATOR
The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.
SECURITY INDICATOR
The Security Indicator flashes (if a password was set)
when the system resumes from Off or Standby modes.
You must enter the password that was set in the Security
Panel before your system will resume operation.
CAUTION
A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.
(Figure 2-10)
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.
CAUTION
Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme
temperatures can be permanently damaged.
POINT
If you are using the optional external numerical keypad,
pressing the [NumLk] key will activate the external
keypad. The indicator will come on, however it will not
change any of the functionality of your keyboard keys.
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LifeBook B Series – Section Two
Figure 2-11 Keyboard
Keyboard
USING THE KEYBOARD
Your LifeBook notebook has an integral 83-key
keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of
a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and
other special function keys. This section describes the
following keys. (Figure 2-11)
■Numeric keypad: Your notebook allows certain keys to
serve dual purposes, both as standard characters and
as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to
toggle between the standard character and numerical
keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key.
■Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow
keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the
right, left, up, or down within windows, applications
and documents.
■Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12],
are used in conjunction with the [Fn] key to produce
special actions that vary depending on what program
is running.
■Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows
operating system and function the same as the
onscreen Start menu button, or the right button on
your pointing device.
NUMERIC KEYPAD
Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as
both standard character keys and numeric keypad keys.
NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] keys.
Turning off the NumLk feature is done the same way.
Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0
through 9, perform addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ),
multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal
points ( . ) using the keys designated as ten-key function
keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the
front edge of the key to indicate their secondary func-
tions. (Figure 2-11)
WINDOWS KEYS
Your LifeBook notebook has three Windows keys: two
Start keys and an Application key. The two Start keys
display the Start menu. This button functions the same
as your onscreen Start menu button. The Application
key functions the same as your right mouse button and
displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please
refer to your Windows documentation for additional
information regarding the Windows keys.) (Figure 2-11)
CURSOR KEYS
The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard
which allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and
right in applications. In programs such as Windows
Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the next item up,
down, left, or right). (Figure 2-11)
x
Fn Key Start Key
Function Keys
Numeric Keypad
Application Key
Cursor Keys
Start Key
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.
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