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LifeBook A-4170
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Page 1: Declaration Of Conformity
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. - Page 2 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s C A U T I O N Changes or modification not expressly approved by Fujitsu PC Corporation could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC NOTICES...
- Page 3 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’utili- sateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne télépho-...
- Page 4 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s A V 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu PC Contact Information....3 Warranty . - Page 6 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s GETTING STARTED Power Sources Connecting the Power Adapters ... . 29 Display Panel Opening the Display Panel....30 Adjusting Display Panel Brightness .
- Page 7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care and Maintenance LifeBook .......69 Batteries .......70 Floppy Disks and Drives .
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- Page 9 Preface...
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Page 11: Preface
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. - Page 12 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 1...
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Page 13: Getting To Know Your Lifebook
Getting to Know Your LifeBook... - Page 14 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2...
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Page 15: Overview
Book system is complete, read through the following pages to learn about all of your LifeBook’s components. LIFEBOOK FEATURES The Fujitsu LifeBook is a compact, yet powerful note- book computer available with a variety of features, including: (See Specifications on page 75 for more infor-... -
Page 16: Lifebook Software
Some software may come separately on a CD and will have to be installed. POPULAR ACCESSORIES For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories, please visit our Web site at www.fujitsupc.com or call 1-877-FPCDirect. Memory Upgrades 100MHz Bus speed system:... -
Page 17: Locating The Controls And Connectors
Status Indicator Panel Closed Cover Switch Keyboard TouchPad LifeBook Application Panel 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. - Page 18 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Keyboard A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. (See Figure 2-3 on page 9 for location) (See Using the Keyboard on page 17 for more information) TouchPad The TouchPad is a mouse-like cursor control with two...
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Page 19: Left-Side Panel Components
G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k Anti-theft Lock Slot PC Card Eject Buttons Speaker PC Card Slots DC Power Jack Figure 2-4 LifeBook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s left-side components. -
Page 20: Right-Side Panel Components
Digital PBX systems. Be sure to find out BEFORE you connect your modem. C A U T I O N The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada only. -
Page 21: Back Panel Components
S-Video Port USB Port Serial Port BACK PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s rear panel components. PS/2 Port The PS/2 port allows you to connect an external PS/2 keyboard, mouse or numeric keypad. (See PS/2 Port on page 49 for more information) Serial Port The serial port allows you to connect serial (RS-232C) devices. -
Page 22: Bottom Components
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 Main Unit and Configuration Label BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook’s bottom panel components. Main Unit and Configuration Label The configuration label shows the model number and other information about your LifeBook. -
Page 23: Status Indicator Panel
Battery Charging Battery Power Level AC Adapter Battery Identifier Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located in the recess just above your keyboard. Within this panel are symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. -
Page 24: Battery Charging Indicators
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 P O I N T 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. -
Page 25: Keyboard
Start Key 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. -
Page 26: Function Keys
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. -
Page 27: Touchpad Pointing Device
TouchPad Pointing Device The TouchPad pointing device may come 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. -
Page 28: Touchpad Control Adjustment
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 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. -
Page 29: Volume Control
Volume Control Your LifeBook does not come with manual (dial) volume control. Volume control can only be done using the [Fn], [F8] and [F9] keys. CONTROLLING THE VOLUME To control the Volume, do one of the following: Press [Fn+F8] keys to decrease the volume. Press [Fn+F9] keys to increase the volume. -
Page 30: Lifebook Application Panel
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 LifeBook Application Panel One of the unique features of your LifeBook is the Life- Book Application Panel. This panel allows you to launch applications with the touch of a button even when your system is off. -
Page 31: Using The E-Mail Notification Led
tions, click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click OK. The button will now launch the new application. The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Profes- sional default Internet browser, (Internet Explorer, unless you have changed this in Windows 98 Second Edition or Windows 2000 Professional). -
Page 32: Desktop Control Panel
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2 DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL Your LifeBook includes a desktop control panel for your notebook’s desktop that you can use at any time. To use the desktop control panel: 1. -
Page 33: Pre-Installed Software
Pre-Installed Software Your Fujitsu LifeBook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. The software configuration installed is dependent upon the operating system that is pre-installed on your system. In addition, there is file transfer software, virus protection software and Power Management software. - Page 34 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 2...
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Page 35: Getting Started
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Page 37: Power Sources
DC Output Cable AC Adapter Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook has two possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion batterey or an AC Adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter provides power for operating your Life- Book and charging the batteries. -
Page 38: Display Panel
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3 Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active- matrix technology. -
Page 39: Starting Your Lifebook
To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook. 2. Press the [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. -
Page 40: Booting The System
When you turn on your LifeBook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will read the hard drive for the operating system software, flash the LifeBook configura- tion information on the screen, and then the Windows 98 Second Edition Welcome will begin. -
Page 41: Booting The System
When you turn on your LifeBook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen and then the Windows 2000 Professional setup screen will appear. The Windows 2000 Professional setup will prompt you through a series of screens. -
Page 42: Power Management
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3 Power Management Your LifeBook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention, such as those for the internal modem. -
Page 43: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature
P O I N T The main advantage of using the Hibernation (Save-to- Disk) function is that power is not required to maintain your data. This is particularly important if you will be leaving your LifeBook in a suspended state for a prolonged period of time. -
Page 44: Power Off
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 3 1. Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. 2. Select the Restart option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box. -
Page 45: User Installable Features
User Installable Features... - Page 46 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4...
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Page 47: Lithium Ion Battery
Lithium ion Battery Your Fujitsu LifeBook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your LifeBook when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards. -
Page 48: Replacing The Battery
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your LifeBook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged... -
Page 49: Floppy Disk Drive
Floppy Disk Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook has a 3.5" floppy disk drive with the ability to read and write information on removable 1.44MB and 720KB floppy disks. LOADING A DISK To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps: 1. -
Page 50: Cd-Rom Drive
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 CD Holder Tray CD Eject Button CD-ROM Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook contains a 24x max CD-ROM player. This gives you access to both software and audio CDs. (Figure 4-5) C A U T I O N Do not operate your CD-ROM drive unless your LifeBook is sitting on a flat surface. -
Page 51: Auto Insert Notification Function
Figure 4-7 Removing a CD. AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION (only in models with Windows 98 Second Edition) The Auto Insert Notification function allows your LifeBook to automatically start a CD as soon as it is inserted in the CD-ROM drive and the tray is closed. Your LifeBook will begin playing an audio CD or will start an application if the CD includes an auto run file. -
Page 52: Hard Disk Drive
Formatting the Modular Hard Disk Drive 1. Boot the system. When the Fujitsu logo appears press the [F8] key to bring up the Microsoft Windows Startup Menu. -
Page 53: Pc Cards
PC Card Slots PC Cards Your LifeBook supports two Type II and one Type III PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of PC Card you install. (Figure 4-8) Some available PC Cards: Zoomed Video Fax/data modem Local area network (LAN) IDE solid-state disk... - Page 54 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 protruding button to release the card. The card will be ejected from the PC Card slot. 3.
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Page 55: Memory Upgrade Module
Memory Upgrade Module Your LifeBook comes with 64MB high speed Synchro- nous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your LifeBook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. You can also replace the original memory module with a higher capacity module. -
Page 56: Checking The Computer Recognition
2. Allow the system to start booting and press the F2 key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS setup with the current settings displayed. (See BIOS Setup Utility on... -
Page 57: Device Ports
The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload. C A U T I O N The internal modem on all Fujitsu LifeBooks is not qual- ified for use with telephone systems outside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other coun- tries. -
Page 58: Microphone Jack
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 4 separated by at least 6" but no more than 36" for maximum performance. The following conditions may interfere with infrared communications: A television, radio remote control unit, or a wireless headphone is being used nearby. -
Page 59: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting... - Page 60 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5...
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Page 61: Identifying The Problem
If you are an experienced computer user you may find it useful, though, it is intended primarily to help your Fujitsu support representative better serve you. When you call for help, your support representative may ask you to setup your LifeBook for modem operation. You will be... -
Page 62: Audio Problems
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem Audio Problems ......page 54 CD-ROM Drive Problems . -
Page 63: Docking Problems
Problem The CD-ROM Access indi- The Windows CD Auto Insert cator on the Status Indi- Notification function is active cator Panel blinks at regular and is checking to see if a CD is intervals when no CD is in ready to run. the tray. -
Page 64: Memory Problems
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem You have installed an Your external device is not external keyboard or properly installed. mouse, and it does not Your operating system seem to work. -
Page 65: Pc Card Problems
Problem You have installed a parallel You may have the wrong port device, a serial port I/O address selected for device or a USB device. your device. Your LifeBook does not recognize the device, or the Your device and another device does not seem to device are assigned the same work properly. - Page 66 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem You turn on your The Power adapter has no LifeBook and nothing power from the AC outlet. seems to happen.
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Page 67: Shutdown And Startup Problems
Close all applications and try the button again. Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 31 for more information) Make sure you have the right password. -
Page 68: Video Problems
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 Problem Video Problems The built-in display is Something is pushing on the blank when you turn on Closed Cover switch. -
Page 69: Miscellaneous Problems
Problem The application display You are running an uses only a portion of your application that does not screen and is surrounded support 800 x 600 pixel by a dark frame. resolution display and display compression is enabled. You have connected an Your BIOS setup is not set to external monitor and enable your external monitor. -
Page 70: Power On Self Test Messages
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 5 POWER ON SELF TEST MESSAGES The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. -
Page 71: Emergency Cd-Rom Tray Release
drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be reinstalled from your back up media. *Parity Check 1 nnnn Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. -
Page 72: Recovery Cd
Read-me files that provide information and installation instructions. P O I N T If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu PC Corporation Support Web site at http:// www.8fujitsu.com to check for the most current information, drives and hints on how to perform recovery and system updates. - Page 73 7. Select one of the two icons displayed in the Emer- gency Recovery menu and follow the instructions. 8. When recovery is complete, remove the Recovery CD, replace it in its sleeve and store it in a safe location. 9. Restart your LifeBook. 10.
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Page 75: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance... - Page 76 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6...
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Page 77: Lifebook
Care and Maintenance If you use your LifeBook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the LifeBook and its devices. C A U T I O N Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused. Oper- ations of this product or similar products, must always be supervised by an adult. -
Page 78: Batteries
L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6 Outlet Type United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), most of Europe, parts of Latin America, the Middle East, parts... -
Page 79: Pc Cards
Do not put a label on CDs. Do not get dust on CDs. Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen. If a CD is subjected to a sudden change in tempera- ture, cold to warm, condensation may form on the surface. - Page 80 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 6...
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Page 81: Specifications
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Page 83: Configuration Label
Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your LifeBook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Part Number Config No: FPC030406 Part No: CPXXXXXXXXXX A-4170 CEL500 12.1T 64M 98 6G BATT CD-ROM MDM TOUCH Screen Size Model Processor Features A-4170 Processor... -
Page 84: Pre-Installed Software
56Kbps due to the current FCC regula- tions and line conditions. The internal modem on all LifeBooks from Fujitsu PC Corporation is only qualified for use with telephone systems inside the United States and Canada and may not operate in other countries. -
Page 85: Glossary
Glossary... - Page 86 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s – S e c t i o n 8...
- Page 87 Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook. ACPI Advanced Configuration & Power Interface. A power management tool, which is part of the Windows 98 Second Edition operating system, that enables the oper- ating system to control the amount of power given to each device attached to the computer.
- Page 88 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s DIMM Dual-in-line memory module. Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.
- Page 89 location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves. Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes images by controlling the orientation of crystals in a crystalline liquid. Lithium ion Battery A type of rechargeable battery which has a high power- time life for its size and is not subject to the memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.
- Page 90 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s PS/2 An IBM series of personal computers which established a number of standards for connecting external devices such as keyboards and monitors. Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LifeBook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
- Page 91 Video Graphics Array. A video display standard originally introduced by IBM with the PS/2 series of personal computers. 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.
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- Page 93 Index adapter ......29, 76, 79 indicator ........15 plug adapters .
- Page 94 L i f e B o o k A S e r i e s Fdisk ........44 Floppy Disk Drive .
- Page 95 Resolution ........75 Restarting ........35 RJ-11 .
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