Fujitsu Lifebook S6210 User Manual
Fujitsu Lifebook S6210 User Manual

Fujitsu Lifebook S6210 User Manual

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  • Page 1 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu.
  • Page 2 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......1 Fujitsu Contact Information ....1 Limited Warranty .
  • Page 4 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Power Management Power/Suspend/Resume Button ... . 30 Suspend Mode......30 Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature .
  • Page 5 Dimensions and Weight ....74 Environmental Requirements ....74 Popular Accessories .
  • Page 6 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 7 Preface...
  • Page 8 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 9: Preface

    Any error messages that have occurred Type of device connected, if any Fujitsu Online You can go directly to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook notebook by clicking on the LifeBook Accessories Web site URL link located in the Service and Support Software folder of the Windows Start menu.
  • Page 10 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 12 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 13: Overview

    Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook S6000 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your 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.
  • Page 14: Locating Controls And Connectors

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k SD/Memory Stick Slot Locating the Controls and Connectors TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top and front components.
  • Page 15: 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 Headphone Jack Microphone Jack Air Vents Air Vents PC Card Slot PC Card Eject Button Figure 2-5.
  • Page 16: Right-Side Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Anti-Theft Lock Slot RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components. Flexible Bay The Flexible Bay can accommodate one of the following devices.
  • Page 17: Back Panel Components

    53000bps is the highest allowed by FCC, and its actual connection rate depends on the line conditions. The maximum speed is 33600bps at upload. For additional information about the multinational modem, refer to the Fujitsu web site at: http://us.fujitsu.com/modems...
  • Page 18: Bottom Components

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Certificate of Authenticity Label (approximate location) Main Unit and Configuration Label BOTTOM COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components.
  • Page 19: Status Indicator Panel

    Battery Indicators AC Adapter Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu 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.
  • Page 20: Optical Drive Access Indicator

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. (Figure 2-10) Located to the left of each of the Battery Level indicators is a small arrow symbol .
  • Page 21: Keyboard

    Start Key Fn Key Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 84-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 22: Function Keys

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application.
  • Page 23: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. 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, a left and right button, and a scrolling button.
  • Page 24: Dragging

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Figure 2-14 Double-clicking If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. Parameters for the Touchpad can be adjusted from the Mouse Properties dia- log box located in the Windows Control Panel.
  • Page 25: Volume Control

    Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other Software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own. If you install an external audio device that has an independent volume control, the hardware volume control and the software volume control will interact with each other.
  • Page 26: Flexible Bay Devices

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DVD/ CD-RW combo drive, Super-Multi drive, Lithium ion battery, or weight saver.
  • Page 27: Lifebook Application/Media Player Panel

    LifeBook Application/ Media Player Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Life- Book Application/Media Player Panel. The LifeBook Application Panel makes your LifeBook notebook more than just another computer. This panel allows you to launch applications with the touch of one button or to operate the optical drive as an independent audio media player.
  • Page 28: Using The Media Player

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k click on the application you wish to launch with this button, and then click Open. Click OK, and the button will now launch the new application.
  • Page 29: Lifebook Notebook

    3. Click on Lifebook Application Panel. 4. Click on CD Player. The desktop control panel will appear in the upper corner of your screen. To close the panel: 1. Click on the “x” button. To minimize the panel: 2. Click on the “-” button. You can select from four appearances for your desktop control panel.
  • Page 30 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 31 Getting Started...
  • Page 32 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 33: Power Sources

    DC Output Cable AC Cable Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.
  • Page 34: Display Panel

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Display Panel Latch Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook 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 35: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook. 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 36: Booting The System

    When you turn on your LifeBook notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
  • Page 37: Registering Your Lifebook Notebook

    REGISTERING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK How do I register? To register, visit our Web site at: http://us.fujitsu.com/computers INSTALLING CLICK ME! The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me!. (The icon is located in the Start menu for Windows XP systems).
  • Page 38: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Power Management Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook 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 39: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your LifeBook notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature. Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature The default setting is not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 40 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 41: User-Installable Features

    User-Installable Features...
  • Page 42 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 43: Lithium Ion Battery

    Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook 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. The Lithium ion battery operating time may become shorter if it is used under the following conditions: When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of 5°C...
  • Page 44: Replacing The Battery

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your notebook 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 battery.
  • Page 45 BIOS manual for further informa- tion on changing the default boot drive. The BIOS manual can be found on the Fujitsu Computer Systems web site: us.fujitsu.com/computers, under Support. LOADING A DISK To load a disk into your disk drive, follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 46: Media Player Drive

    DVD movie, will substan- tially reduce your battery life if no other power source is attached. You should regularly check the Fujitsu web site at http://us.fujitsu.com/ computers for current updated drivers. All LifeBook DVD players are set to play...
  • Page 47: Removing Media

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k LOADING MEDIA ON YOUR DRIVE To load a disc into your optical drive: 1. Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive to open the holder tray.
  • Page 48: Using Dolby Headphone

    DVD movies on battery power. If you don’t have an additional battery, you may purchase one either online at http://us.fujitsu.com/computers or by calling 1-877-372-3473. To Watch a Movie on Battery Power: 1. Have an additional full-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use.
  • Page 49: Pc Cards

    PC Card Slot PC Cards Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Type I and II PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions. Some available PC Cards: Fax/data modem cards Local area network (LAN) cards IDE solid-state disk cards SCSI cards Compact Flash adapter card Other PC Cards that conform to PCMCIA 2.1 or...
  • Page 50: Memory Stick/Secure Digital Slot

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Memory Stick/ Secure Digital Slot Your LifeBook notebook supports Memory Stick/ Memory Stick Pro and Secure Digital (SD) Cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices.
  • Page 51: Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at us.fujitsu.com/computers. Do not remove any screws from the...
  • Page 52: Checking The Memory Capacity

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Memory Clip Figure 4-12. Removing a Memory Upgrade Module 4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve. 5.
  • Page 53: Device Ports

    Device Ports Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc. MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE JACK The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: 1.
  • Page 54: Ieee 1394 Port

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Figure 4-15. Connecting a USB Device IEEE 1394 PORT The 4-pin 1394 port allows you to connect digital devices that are compliant with IEEE 1394 standard. The IEEE 1394 standard is easy to use, connect, and discon- nect.
  • Page 55: S-Video Out Port (Tv Out)

    4. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each side of the connector. Pressing the [Fn] + [F10] keys allows you to change your selection of where to send your display video. Each time you press the key combination, you will step to the next choice, starting with the built-in display panel only, moving to the external monitor only, finally moving to both the built-in...
  • Page 56 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 58 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field. However, you may encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that you can solve by replacing the device. The information...
  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Table

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Audio Problems ......page 52 DVD/CD-ROM Drive Problems.
  • Page 61: Floppy Disk Drive Problems

    Problem LifeBook notebook fails to DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is recognize DVD/CD-RW/ dirty or defective. CD-ROM’s. (continued) The DVD/CD-RW/CD- The Windows DVD/CD-RW/ ROM Access indicator on CD-ROM auto insertion func- the Status Indicator Panel tion is active and is checking to blinks at regular intervals see if a DVD/CD-RW/CD- when no DVD/CD-RW/ ROM is ready to run.
  • Page 62: Memory Problems

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem You have installed an Your operating system external keyboard or software is not setup with the mouse, and it does not correct software driver seem to work.
  • Page 63: Power Failures

    Problem A card inserted in the PC Your PC Card device and Card slot does not work or another device are assigned the is locking up the system. same I/O address. (continued) Power Failures You turn on your The installed primary battery LifeBook notebook and is completely discharged, there nothing seems to happen.
  • Page 64: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem Your LifeBook notebook Your power adapter has failed turns off all by itself. or lost its power source. (continued) Your LifeBook notebook The installed batteries...
  • Page 65: Video Problems

    Possible Cause 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 27 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
  • Page 66 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem The LifeBook notebook Power On Self Test (POST) turned on with a series of has detected a failure which beeps and your built-in does not allow the display display is blank.
  • Page 67: Miscellaneous Problems

    Problem You have connected an Your BIOS setup is not set to external monitor and enable your external monitor. it does not display any information. Your external monitor is not properly installed. Your operating system soft- ware is not setup with the correct software driver for that device.
  • Page 68: Power On Self Test Messages

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k 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 69: Emergency Media Player Drive Tray Release

    *Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data-destroying failure. Contact your support representative.
  • Page 70: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    PowerQuest Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) provides a way to restore your computer if you experi- ence a hard disk crash or other system failure. Fujitsu has used DISE to create an image of everything installed on the computer at the time you purchased it. The image is saved on a separate partition on the hard disk.
  • Page 71: Automatically Downloading Driver Updates

    Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the icons to find the correct one).
  • Page 72 After clicking on the icon, the FDU auto- matically connects with the Fujitsu site to check for updates and downloads them. While downloading, the icon has a red bar through it, indicating that it cannot be used while the download is in process.
  • Page 73: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 74 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 75: Caring For Your Lifebook Notebook

    4. If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative. Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool). Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
  • Page 76: Batteries

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Outlet Type United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Mexico, 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 77: Pc Cards

    Caring for your Media Player Drive Your media player drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points: The drive rotates the compact disc at a very high speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock or vibration with the power on.
  • Page 78 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 79: Specifications

    Specifications...
  • Page 80 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 81: Configuration Label

    Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Spec- ifications of particular configurations will vary. FPC P/N: FPCMXXXXX S6210, PM1.6G, 13XGA, WLAN, XPH, DVD/CD-RW, 256M, 60G, MDM/LAN Model # Processor MICROPROCESSOR Intel Pentium M processor* (Refer to the system label to determine the speed of your processor).
  • Page 82: Features

    Optional Flexible Bay battery: 6-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V AC Adapter Autosensing 100-240V AC, supplying 16V DC, 3.75A, 60W to the LifeBook notebook, Fujitsu Model FPCAC37AP, which includes an AC cable. Power Management Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).
  • Page 83: Popular Accessories

    The Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility is pre-installed on your system. With FDU, you can choose to automati- cally or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. For more information, see “Automatically Downloading Driver Updates” on...
  • Page 84 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 85 Glossary...
  • Page 86 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 87: Glossary

    Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 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 88 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam. Data The information a system stores and processes. Direct current.
  • Page 89 Gigabyte. Hard drive A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff. Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form. I/O Port The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form. Intelligent Drive Electronics.
  • Page 90 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Monaural A system using one channel to process sound from all sources. MPU-401 A standard for MIDI interfaces and connectors. Maximum Transmission Unit The maximum data size that can be transferred at a time through the Internet or other networks.
  • Page 91 Resume To proceed after interruption. In your notebook this refers to returning to active operation after having been in one of the suspension states. Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which infor- mation is stored by physically altering the material. Data stored in this way can not be changed by your notebook and does not require power to maintain it.
  • Page 92 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k WLAN Wireless Local Area Network. A wireless interconnection of computers and peripherals within a single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves.
  • Page 93: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information NOTICE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.
  • Page 94 Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecom- munication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 95 UL Notice This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class 2 Adapters with an output rating of 16 VDC, with a current of 3.75 A. AC Adapter output polarity: The modem-to-telephone network connection must be a line cord using a minimum #26 AWG wire.
  • Page 96 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 97: Appendix

    Appendix Integrated Wireless LAN User’s Guide...
  • Page 98 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 99 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu PC Corpora- tion may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment. Canadian Notice...
  • Page 100: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device"...
  • Page 101: Wireless Network Considerations

    (to extend battery life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). Fujitsu mobile computers employ two methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device, 1) the Wireless On/Off Switch and 2) in Windows using the Intel PROSet Software.
  • Page 102: Activating The Wlan Device

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Figure A-3. Wireless LAN On/Off Switch Location Deactivation using the Intel PROSet Software The WLAN device can also be deactivated in Windows using the Intel PROSet Software.
  • Page 103: Configuration Of The Wlan Device

    Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN Device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using one of the following tools: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC) - The WZC allows for multiple profile setup and sup- port for most industry standard security solutions. Intel PROSet Software - The Intel PROSet Software allows for multiple profile setup and supports auto- matic profile switching.
  • Page 104: Configuration Using Intel Proset Software

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k hoc) network wireless access points are not used.] Refer to the access point manual, or contact your network administrator Configure Wireless Network Key parameters (Net- work Authentication and Encryption).
  • Page 105 Click the [Add] button. The General Settings dialog displays. Enter a profile name in the Profile Name field. 10. Enter the network SSID, in the Network Name (SSID) field. 11. Click Infrastructure or Ad Hoc for the operating mode. 12. The Mandatory AP option is only used if Infra- structure mode is selected.
  • Page 106: Connection To The Network

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK This section explains connection to the network. If there is an administrator of the network, contact the network administrator for data settings.
  • Page 107 This operation is not required unless the sharing func- tion is to be used. The folder and printer for which the sharing function has been set will be usable from any personal computer present on the network. To share a file and/or the connected printer, you need to be logged in as an administrator.
  • Page 108 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Click the [Sharing] tab. Click [Share this printer]. Enter the sharing printer name in [Share name]. Click the [OK] button. Confirming connection After you have finished the network setup operations, access the folder whose sharing has been set for other...
  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Unavailable Incorrect network name (SSID) or network network key connection Weak received signal strength and/or link quality The WLAN device has been deactivated or diabled...
  • Page 110: Wireless Lan Glossary

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Wireless LAN Glossary Ad Hoc Mode Ad Hoc Mode refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Points.
  • Page 111 W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’ s G u i d e allowed to associate with the AP. Shared key authentica- tion is not considered secure, because a hacker who detects both the clear-text challenge and the same chal- lenge encrypted with a WEP key can decipher the WEP key.
  • Page 112: Ip Address Information

    L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k IP address information IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this document. You are advised to consult with your network administrator for additional information.
  • Page 113: Specifications

    Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Number of channels Security Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (during ad hoc connection) * “Wi-Fi based” indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed.
  • Page 114 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 115: Index

    Index About This Guide ......1 adapter ........25 indicator .
  • Page 116: Lifebook Application Panel

    ......40 Fujitsu Contact Information ....1 Fujitsu Driver Update utility .
  • Page 117: Pointing Device

    Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) ... . 75 Fujitsu HotKey ......75 Intel SpeedStep .
  • Page 118 L i f e B o o k S 6 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Warranty ........1 WFM .

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