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ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the
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LifeBook B2178
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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 transmit- ted 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 / Windows Me The default modem setting in Windows 98 / Windows Me 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.
  • 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 Windows ® 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”.
  • Page 8 Configuration of this Manual SECTION 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, quick point IV operation methods, connector box handling, and battery operation. SECTION 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions ......2 Front Side of the PC Main Unit ............2 Right Side .................... 5 Left Side ....................7 Bottom Side of the PC Main Unit ............8 2. Port Replicator ............... 9 Connector Box ..................
  • Page 10 SECTION 2 1. Option ...................35 Option ....................35 Peripherals ..................36 2. PC Cards ................37 Notes on using PC Cards ..............37 Installing PC Cards ................38 Removing PC Card ................40 3. Expansion RAM Modules ........... 43 Replacing Memory ................43 4.
  • Page 11 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1...

  • Page 12: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions

    SECTION 1 1. Names of the Parts and their Functions Front Side of the PC Main Unit Latch This latch locks the liquid crystal display (LCD) against unintended opening. Unlock it to open the LCD. A pen for the use in operation on the Touch Panel is supplied for some models.
  • Page 13 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Displays the screen of this PC. A Touch Panel is attached on the LCD display for some models. Critical Point Characteristic of LCD The following natures are characteristic to LCD and you must not interpret them as defects. The TFT color liquid crystal display (LCD) of this PC has more than 2.35 million pixels or dots (in 1024 x 768 resolution), or 1.44 million pixels or dots (in 800 x 600 resolution) through the utilization of high-level technology.
  • Page 14 Built-in Microphone You can record sound with this microphone. Critical Point You may experience feedback noise when you use minus-one music software and other software that uses simultaneously the microphone and speakers. In this case, adjust the sound volume level or use a headphones or an external microphone available in stores. Do not close the LCD when you use the built-in microphone to avoid feedback noise.

  • Page 15: Right Side

    Right Side 12 3 6 7 8 CAUTION HEARING LOSS Minimize the volume level on your PC before you connect devices to the headphones jack or the mic-in jack, or it may damage devices or cause harmful effects on your hearing by noise.
  • Page 16 Mic-in Jack This is a terminal for connecting a third party’s microphone to enable recording mono audio sounds. (It enables to connect a small plug of 3.5 mm-external diameter.) Note that some types of microphone such as Dynamic Mic cannot be used. Make sure to confirm that a microphone can be used with your PC before you purchase it.

  • Page 17: Left Side

    Left Side DC-In Connector This is the connector to connect the AC adapter. External Display Connector This connector is used to connect external displays such as optional CRT display. The external display connector cannot be used when the connector box is attached to your PC. In this case, use the external display connector on the connector box.

  • Page 18: Bottom Side Of The Pc Main Unit

    Bottom Side of the PC Main Unit Battery Pack A battery pack is installed here. Battery Pack Lock Battery Pack Lock locks the Battery Pack Removing Button to prevent a battery pack from being removed unnecessarily. Slide the Battery Pack Lock towards left to unlock the removing button. Battery Pack Removal Button Slide this button towards left to remove a battery pack.

  • Page 19: Port Replicator

    SECTION 1 2. Port Replicator Connector Box 5 6 7 1 2 3 Extended Keyboard/Mouse Connector This connector allows you to attach an optional PS/2 keyboard, a numeric keypad, or a mouse. LAN Connector Some models are equipped with LAN connectors. External Display Connector This is the connector to connect a CRT display and other displays sold separately.
  • Page 20 DC-IN Connector This is the connector to connect the AC adapter. Connection connector This is connected to the connector box connector on the PC. Connector Box Detaching Lever Slide this lever to detach the connector box from your PC. IMPORTANT When you connect peripheral devices to each corresponding connector, make sure the right direction of the connector and insert it straight into the connector.

  • Page 21: Status Indicator Lcd

    SECTION 1 3. Status Indicator LCD SUS/RES indicator ( This indicator appears up when this PC unit is functioning and blinks when the unit is in suspend status. AC adapter indicator ( This indicator appears when the power is supplied from AC adapter. Battery installation indicator ( This indicator appears when batteries are installed.
  • Page 22 Num Lock (Numerical Lock) Indicator ( This indicator appears when the keyboard is set to numeric keypad mode. You can set and reset the numeric keypad mode by pressing the [Num Lk] key. Caps Lock Indicator ( This indicator appears when the keyboard is set for all capital letters. You can activate or deactivate the Caps Lock Mode by pressing [CapsLock] key.

  • Page 23: Quick Point Iv

    Quick Point IV in the Keyboard/Mouse Setup of the BIOS Setup Utility. The surface of the Stick Cap will become slippery after a long use. Replace an old cap with a new rubber cap supplied with the PC. New rubber cap is also available from Fujitsu.
  • Page 24 How to use Quick Point IV Controlling Stick Put your finger tip on the stick and press it up, down, left or right and the mouse pointer will Mouse Pointer move accordingly. Try to press the stick while confirming the mouse pointer movements on the screen.

  • Page 25: Touch Panel (Only For Touch Panel Model)

    Touch Panel (Only for Touch Panel Model) The Touch Panel is a convenient pointing device which enables you to control the mouse pointer directly on the screen. Use the pen supplied with your PC to operate on the Touch Panel which is attached on the LCD display of the PC. Intuitive and speedy operation is possible by operating the mouse pointer directly on the screen.
  • Page 26 [Ctrl] key once and then touch the icon. Go to Start Button Menu and click on [Program] > [Fujitsu Touch Panel] > [Touch Panel Setting] and then [Touch Panel Setting] dialog box will appear. Select the functions you want to use by check them and click on OK.

  • Page 27: Keyboard

    SECTION 1 5. 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 28: 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 29 [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 30: Turning On The Power

    SECTION 1 6. Turning on the Power Notes on Putting the Power On When the power is On, do not carry the PC around, or subject it to shocks or vibration, as you risk damaging your PC. If you turn on the power to the PC when it is connected with FDD unit, remove a floppy disk if any is inserted in the drive.
  • Page 31 IMPORTANT Keep the optional FDD unit (USB) or FDD unit away from the AC adapter. If the following settings are activated, never close the LCD Display when the power is on. It will prevent the heat radiation from the keyboard and may cause a PC failure. Windows 2000 or Windows 98 / Me In [Power supply option] or [Power management], it is set to [No] for [When the portable computer lid is closed].

  • Page 32: Turning Off The Power

    SECTION 1 7. Turning off the Power Notes on turning off the power The following precautions must be observed when switch off the power. Be sure to close the operating system and wait until the SUS/RES Indicator ( ) of Status indicator LCD turns off prior to turning off the power with the MAIN switch.
  • Page 33 Put the MAIN switch in the Off position. Critical Point If you do not use your PC after turning off the MAIN switch for a long time, remove the AC adapter and the Battery Pack from the PC. Main Switch Slide the MAIN switch toward the arrow direction ( side).
  • Page 34 Put the MAIN switch in the Off position. Critical Point If you do not use your PC after turning off the MAIN switch for a long time, remove the AC adapter and the Battery Pack from the PC. Main Switch Slide the MAIN switch toward the arrow direction ( side).

  • Page 35: Resetting

    SECTION 1 8. Resetting How to Reset You should reset the system when a new application is installed or running software activity freezes for some reason. Critical Point If you reset the system, all the unsaved data in memory will be lost. Be sure to save necessary data before you reset the system.
  • Page 36 Windows NT Go to Start Button Menu and click on Shutdown. Shutdown Windows dialog box appears. Select [Restart the computer?] and click on Yes. Your PC will be restarted. Critical Point You can follow the steps below as well to reset 1 Press the [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Delete] keys simultaneously.

  • Page 37: Battery

    SECTION 1 9. Battery This PC is capable to supply power from batteries as well as the AC adapter. Charging 1. Connect the AC adapter With the connection of the AC adapter, charging starts and the battery charge indicator ) and the current battery power indicator appear in the status indicator LCD. 2.

  • Page 38: Checking Remaining Battery Power

    Checking Remaining Battery Power You can check the remaining battery power through the remaining battery power indicator in the status indicator LCD when the power is on or while charging is in progress. Remaining Battery Power Indication It means that the remaining battery power is about 100% to about 76%. It means that the remaining battery power is about 75% to about 51%.

  • Page 39: Low Battery Status Indication

    Low Battery Status Indication This section explains the status indications when the battery is running low and the measures to be taken. Low battery indication The remaining battery power indicator blinks in the status indicator LCD ( Critical Point Alarm rings when low battery status begins for Windows 95. However, this alarm may not be audible if sound volume level is set low.
  • Page 40 Press SUS/RES Button. Your PC will resume activity and be ready for operation. Critical Point If you use Windows 2000 or Windows 98, the PC is preset to suspend operation automatically when the remaining battery level becomes 3%. Do not change the settings in the following fields under [Dead Battery Alarm] in [Alarm] tab of the dialog box [Power Option Property] or [Power Management Property].

  • Page 41: Notes On Battery

    Notes on battery WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Battery is very sensitive. When you install or remove battery, be careful not to subject it to shocks by dropping it or otherwise. For safety, do not use the battery that was subjected to shocks, as it may cause an electric shock or a burst. Electric discharge Battery continues to discharge even if the PC is not used after the battery charging, so we recommend to charge the battery immediately before you use it.

  • Page 42: Replacing Battery Pack

    PC and on the battery pack, as it may cause an electric shock or a PC failure. Critical Point When a new battery pack is required, you should purchase the Fujitsu original battery pack. (Contact your service provider.) Turn off the power to your PC and disconnect the AC adapter.
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  • Page 45: Option

    SECTION 2 1. Option Option Available Peripherals For detailed information on connecting procedures or other topics, refer to the appropriate references or the instruction manual of each device. Printer External Display CRT display Connector PC Card Mouse N u m e r i c Keypad Keyboard Memory...

  • Page 46: Peripherals

    Peripherals Here is the explanation necessary as your basic knowledge before connecting peripherals. Some setting up works are required for a certain peripherals. You cannot use some PC peripherals just by connecting it to a PC. Those peripherals require some setting up work after connection. For example, printers and PC cards require “driver installation”...

  • Page 47: Pc Cards

    SECTION 2 2. PC Cards Notes on using PC Cards Observe the following points when using PC cards to prevent breakdown. You should pay attention to the following points when you use PC Cards in order to prevent failures. Do not place PC cards in high- Do not subject PC cards to Avoid rubbing PC cards and temperature locations and loca-...

  • Page 48: Installing Pc Cards

    Critical Point Most common PC Cards include: Note that some kinds of PC Card used for communication such as LAN Card or Modem Card cannot be used simultaneously. Check with the instruction manual supplied with each PC Card. Note that LAN cards may not be usable with the model which has built-in LAN, and modem cards may not be usable with the model which has a built-in modem.
  • Page 49 Press the PC Card Eject Button. Pull a dummy card out of the PC Card Slot. Dummy card PC Card Eject Button PC Card Eject Button Press the PC Card Eject Button and then pull PC Card Eject Button will pop out slightly. a dummy card out of the slot.

  • Page 50: Removing Pc Card

    Removing PC Card Here is the explanation on how to remove a PC card in various operating systems. Critical Point When you remove a PC card attached with a cable, do not pull the cable connected to the PC card, or it results in machine failure. When you remove a PC card, follow the following procedures, or it results in machine failure.
  • Page 51 Install a dummy card. Dummy Card Insert a dummy card fully into the PC Card Slot.
  • Page 52 Windows 98 / Windows Me or Windows 95 CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE PC Card may become very hot after you use it. Wait for a while after step 3 before you remove a PC Card, or you may get burned INJURY Do not put your finger into the PC Card Slot when you remove a PC Card, or you may be injured.

  • Page 53: Expansion Ram Modules

    SECTION 2 3. Expansion RAM Modules If you increase memory capacity, you will be able to handle larger data and the PC performance will be enhanced when multiple applications are running simultaneously. Replacing Memory This section explains how to replace the memory installed in your PC. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the power to the PC and disconnect the AC adapter when replacing...
  • Page 54 64MB SDRAM. If your PC doesn’t start up even if the memory is properly installed, the RAM Expansion Module should be faulty or have a defect. In this case, contact Fujitsu Service Center or the retailer from which you have purchased your PC.
  • Page 55 Install a new memory module Attach the RAM Expansion Module Slot Cover. Slot Cover Notch Attach the cover you removed in step 3. Align the hollow part on the memory and the protrusion of the connector and insert the memory firmly as seen above and turn it down until you can hear snap sound.

  • Page 56: Connector Box

    SECTION 2 4. Connector Box This section explains the connector box. IMPORTANT The connector box can be installed/removed regardless of the PC status. If a FDD unit is connected using the FDD unit connector on the connector box, however, be sure to turn off the power to the PC before installing/removing the connector box.

  • Page 57: Detaching Connector Box

    Detaching Connector Box This section explains detaching procedure of the connector box. Shut down the power to the peripheral devices if any of them are connected with the connector box. Unlock the connector box. Detach the connector box. Pull the connector box removing lever (1) Pull the removing lever and (2) lift your toward the arrow direction to unlock.

  • Page 58: Using Internal Data / Fax Modem

    SECTION 2 5. Using internal Data / FAX Modem Connection Internal Data / FAX Modem which supports V.90 is built in certain models of this PC product to provide comfortable error-free communication conforming to MNP Class 4/5 and ITU-T V.42/ V42bis.
  • Page 59 Critical Point If you use a data / fax modem of the Modem Model (a model which has a built-in modem only), put the core supplied with the cable on the modular cable in order to reduce unnecessary radiation of radio wave. Insert the plug with the core into the PC. 1 Twine the cable once around the Close the Core.

  • Page 60: Using Internal Lan

    SECTION 2 6. Using Internal LAN Connecting LAN device is built in certain models of this PC product, enabling connection to IEEE802.3 compliant high-speed LAN system with 100BASE-TX. It also enables connection to a conventional LAN system with 10BASE-T. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the power to the PC and disconnect the AC adapter when you connect LAN cables as you may get electric shock.

  • Page 61: Using Mouse

    SECTION 2 7. Using Mouse Connecting a PS/2 mouse This PC product supports connection of a PS/2 mouse to the extended keyboard/mouse connector on the connector box. This section explains the connecting procedure of a mouse. Turn off the power to the PC. Install the connector box.

  • Page 62: Connecting Usb Mouse

    Connecting USB mouse This PC product supports connection of optional USB mouse to the USB connector. This only supported only by Windows 2000 and Windows 98 and Windows Me. Connect the mouse to the USB connector on your PC. Align the connectors by matching their shapes and insert the connector of a mouse straight into the connector on the PC.

  • Page 63: How To Use A Mouse

    How to use a mouse Moving a mouse Put your hand on a mouse so that your fingers are on the left and right mouse buttons and move a mouse smoothly on a flat surface. An arrow indication on the screen (it is called “mouse pointer”) will move according to the movement of your mouse.
  • Page 64 • Dragging Press Release While holding down the left mouse button, move a mouse and release it at the desired place. Critical Point These button operations described above are the operations when [Right-handed] is selected in the [Mouse Property] dialog box.

  • Page 65: Connecting Numeric Keypad

    SECTION 2 8. Connecting Numeric Keypad Connecting a PS/2 mouse This PC product supports connection of a PS/2 numeric keypad or other devices to the extended keyboard/mouse connector on the connector box. This section explains the connecting procedure of a numeric keypad. Turn off the power to the PC.

  • Page 66: Printer

    SECTION 2 9. Printer This section explains connecting of a printer to a parallel connector on the Connector box. If you connect a printer, you can print the texts or graphics you created on your PC. Critical Point A printer that supports USB connection can be connected to a USB connector. Connecting a printer WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK...
  • Page 67 Connect the printer cable and the power cable with the printer. Refer to the printer instruction manual for connecting procedure. Some printers have a power cable fixed with them. Insert the power cable plug of the printer into an electric outlet and then turn on the power switch.

  • Page 68: Connecting External Display

    SECTION 2 10.Connecting External Display Connecting external display This PC product supports connection of an external display such as a CRT display. This section explains the connecting procedure of a CRT display to the external display connector on the left side of the PC. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK Always turn off the power to the PC and disconnect the AC adapter when you connect...
  • Page 69 Connect the display cable with the CRT display. Refer to the CRT instruction manual for connecting procedure. Connect the power cable of the CRT display and turn on the power switch. Attach the AC adapter to your PC and then turn on the power switch. Critical Point When you turn on the power to the PC after an external display is connected, the following events may occur.
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  • Page 72: When This Happens

    SECTION 3 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 73 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 74 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 75 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?

  • Page 76: Care And Maintenance

    SECTION 3 2. 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 77 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 78: 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 79 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 80 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 81: Glossary

    SECTION 3 3. 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 82 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 83 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 84 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 85 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 86 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 87 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 88 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;...
  • Page 89 Fujitsu PC (Asia) Pte Ltd 200 Pandan Loop #05-03 Pantech 21 The Computer Centre Singapore 128388 Tel: 65-776 0688 Fax: 65-776 0788 Fujitsu PC (Asia) Pte Ltd (Malaysia Branch) 8th Floor Wisma Damansara Jalan Semantan 50490 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Tel:...

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