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Fujitsu LifeBook N6420 User Manual

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  • Page 1: Fujitsu Lifebook

    C o p y r i g h t Fujitsu LifeBook ® N6420 Notebook User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 C o p y r i g h t...

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned by the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) and any use of such marks by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation is under license. Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 4 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This product requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only a UL Listed I.T.E.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
  • Page 6 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Power Management Power and Suspend/Resume Button ..32 Suspend Mode .
  • Page 7 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Configuration Label ..... . 75 Microprocessor......75 Memory .
  • Page 8 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...
  • Page 9 Preface...
  • Page 10 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 11: Preface

    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 12 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Lifebook Notebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 14 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 15: Unpacking

    Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook N6400 Series notebook. We strongly recom- mend that you read it before using your LifeBook note- book, 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 16: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Locating the Controls and Connectors Volume Figure 2-3. LifeBook notebook, display open TOP AND FRONT COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top and front components.
  • Page 17 Application/Media Player Buttons The LifeBook Application/Media Player buttons allow you to control the media player when your unit is on and to launch specified applications with the touch of a button. Note that if you are using the optional remote control, it overrides these buttons;...

  • Page 18: Left-Side Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-4. LifeBook notebook left-side panel LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s left-side components.

  • Page 19: Right-Side Panel Components

    Figure 2-5. LifeBook notebook right-side panel RIGHT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s right-side components. Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot The Memory Stick/Secure Digital (SD)/xD card slot allows you to insert a flash memory card for data storage.

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Components

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook back panel REAR PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s rear panel components.
  • Page 21 Air Flow Vents The air flow vents assist in proper cooling of the system. To protect your notebook from damage and to optimize system performance, be sure to keep all air all vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This may require periodic cleaning, depending upon the environment in which the system is used.

  • Page 22: Bottom Components

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Figure 2-7. LifeBook notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s bottom panel components.

  • Page 23: Status Indicator Panel

    Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located on the front of the palm rest, just below the latch point. Within this panel are symbols that correspond to specific components of your LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components is operating.

  • Page 24: Keyboard

    Figure 2-9. Keyboard Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integrated 103- key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard func- tions of a keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes the following keys.

  • Page 25: Function Keys

    FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key.

  • Page 26: Volume Control

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Volume Control Your LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own.

  • Page 27: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Figure 2-11. Touchpad Pointing Device Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device is built into your note- book. 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 an up-and-down scroll button (which also acts as a fingerprint recognition sensor).

  • Page 28: Dragging

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e If the interval between clicks is too long, the double-click will not be executed. The interval length can be changed by going to Control Panel ->...

  • Page 29: Mode Button

    Figure 2-16. LifeBook Application/Media Player Panel Buttons LifeBook Application/ Media Player Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Life- Book Application/Media Player Panel. This feature makes your LifeBook notebook more than just another notebook computer. The panel allows you to operate the optical drive as an independent audio media player or to launch applications with the touch of one button.
  • Page 30 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Windows Vista Models: To configure your LifeBook Application Panel with the Application Panel Setup utility: 1.

  • Page 31: Using The Media Player Buttons

    When you have finished with Application Panel utility, click [OK]; the new settings will take effect. You can reconfigure your Application Panel as often as you like. USING THE MEDIA PLAYER BUTTONS The media player buttons are another way to use your LifeBook notebook’s optical drive as a media player.
  • Page 32 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e • If you have your display set to 256 colors, the basic display will appear no matter which one you select.

  • Page 33: Getting Started

    Getting Started...
  • Page 34 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 35: Power Sources

    Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has two possible power sources: a Lithium ion battery or an AC adapter. CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER The AC adapter provides power for operating your LifeBook notebook and is used to charge the batteries.

  • Page 36: Display Panel

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Display Latch Button 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 37: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until the operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).

  • Page 38: 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 39: Starting Windows Xp The First Time

    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. For more infor- mation about the FDU utility, refer to “Automatically...

  • Page 40: Power Management

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Power Management Your LifeBook notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power.

  • Page 41: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) FEATURE The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your 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 Windows Vista: The default settings are not enabled.
  • Page 42 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 43: User-Installable Features

    User-Installable Features...
  • Page 44 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 45: Memory Stick/Sd/Xd Card Slot

    Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD Card Slot Your LifeBook notebook supports the following memory cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices. These cards use flash memory architecture, which means they don’t need a power source to retain data.

  • Page 46: Removing Memory Stick/Sd/Xd Cards

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e REMOVING MEMORY STICK/SD/XD CARDS To remove a Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD Card, follow these easy steps: •...

  • Page 47: Lithium Ion Battery

    Lithium ion Battery Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your note- book when no external power source is available. The rechargeable 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 N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Suspend mode. Once your LifeBook notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power from an AC adapter.

  • Page 49: Optical Drive

    Figure 4-5. Optical Drive Optical Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains an optical drive which is either a Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer or a High-Definition (HD) DVD-ROM player. OPTICAL DRIVE SOFTWARE Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer model only: With this drive, you can play CDs and DVDs, record CD+/-Rs and CD+/-RWs, and record DVD+R DLs, DVD+/-R, DVD-RWs and DVD-RAMs.

  • Page 50: Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e EMERGENCY OPTICAL DRIVE TRAY RELEASE If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the media tray with a paper clip inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the front of the tray.

  • Page 51: Using Dolby Headphone

    1. Insert the disc in the optical drive tray. When you do so, PowerDVD will start automatically. 2. Place your cursor over the Fujitsu logo on the PowerDVD control panel and click on it. If the disc supports Dolby Surround 5.1, a menu will appear.

  • Page 52: Auto Insert Notification Function

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e AUTO INSERT NOTIFICATION FUNCTION The Auto Insert Notification function allows your Life- Book notebook to automatically start a DVD/CD as soon as it is inserted in the optical drive and the tray is closed.

  • Page 53: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook hard disk drive capacity is dependent on which model you are using. Some Life- Book notebooks may also contain a second hard disk drive in addition to the primary hard disk drive. (See Specifications on page 75 for more information)

  • Page 54: Pc Cards/Expresscards

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e PC Cards/ExpressCards™ Your LifeBook notebook supports Type I and Type II PC Cards and ExpressCards , in separate dedicated slots.

  • Page 55: Installing Expresscards

    INSTALLING EXPRESSCARDS There are two different width ExpressCards: 34 mm and 54 mm ("ExpressCard 34" and "ExpressCard 54"). (Figure 4-9). The connector inside the slot is located on the left-hand side of the slot. If you insert a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.

  • Page 56: Memory Upgrade Module

    Memory upgrades must be PC2-5300 DDR2-667 SO-DIMM modules. Fujitsu highly recom- mends that you only purchase additional memory from the Fujitsu on-line accessory store at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. INSTALLING A MEMORY MODULE 1. Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook using the power/suspend/resume button, and remove any power adapter.

  • Page 57: Removing A Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade module is not something you should routinely remove from your notebook. Once it is installed, you should leave it in place unless you want to increase system memory capacity. REMOVING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE 1. Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.

  • Page 58: Device Ports

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Device Ports Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.

  • Page 59: S-Video Out Port

    1. Align the connector with the port opening. 2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated. Figure 4-17. Connecting a USB Device S-VIDEO OUT PORT The S-Video port allows you to connect and use directly any S-Video device, such as a VCR or television. The S-Video standard provides for a higher quality picture than Composite.
  • Page 60 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 62 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 63: Identifying The Problem

    LifeBook notebook for configuration and serial numbers. Do not return a failed LifeBook notebook to Fujitsu until you have received a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from a support representative. T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g...

  • Page 64: Specific Problems

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e SPECIFIC PROBLEMS Using the Troubleshooting Table When you have problems with your LifeBook notebook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty.

  • Page 65: Hard Drive Problems

    CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted. Verify your password and security settings. Contact Fujitsu or your local authorized reseller for a replacement hard disk drive. Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart your system. If this fails, turn your notebook off using the power/suspend/resume button, wait 10 seconds or more, and then turn it back on.

  • Page 66: Memory Problems

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Problem Memory Problems Your Main menu of the Your memory upgrade module BIOS setup utility informa- is not properly installed.

  • Page 67: 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 LifeBook The installed primary battery notebook and nothing is discharged, there’s no second seems to happen.

  • Page 68: 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 page 29 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.

  • Page 69: Video Problems

    Problem An error message is Power On Self Test (POST) has displayed on the screen detected a problem. during the notebook (boot) sequence. Your notebook appears to BIOS setup changes were not change setup parameters saved when you exited the when you start it.
  • Page 70 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Problem The display goes blank by The power management time- itself after it is used.

  • Page 71: Power On Self Test Messages

    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. Error messages are marked with an *. The most common errors are marked with a #. If an error message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation both on screen and in the manual.

  • Page 72: Modem Result Codes

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e *Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen.

  • Page 73: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    Restoring Your Pre-installed Software The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) disc contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your computer configuration for use as documented below. If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu Support website at: http:// www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support to...

  • Page 74: Automatically Downloading Driver Updates

    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...

  • Page 75: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 76 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 77: Lifebook Notebook

    Care and Maintenance If you use your LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices The system contains components that ■ can be severely damaged by electro- static discharge (ESD).

  • Page 78: Batteries

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Traveling with your LifeBook notebook Do not transport your LifeBook notebook while it is ■...

  • Page 79: Dvds And Cds

    DVDs AND CDs Caring for your DVDs and CDs DVDs and CDs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care. Always store your DVD/CDs in its case when it is not ■ in use. Always handle DVD/CDs by the edges and avoid ■...
  • Page 80 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 81: System Specifications

    System Specifications...
  • Page 82 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 83: Configuration Label

    LifeBook notebook. Specific details about your system may vary from those referenced here. For an updated list of current configu- rations, please go to the Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. All options listed are accurate as of the date of print;...

  • Page 84: Features

    Non-operating: –15° to 60° C (5° to 140° F) Humidity Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing. Non-operating; 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing Altitude Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum POPULAR ACCESSORIES For information on ordering Fujitsu accessories, please visit our Website at: www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-877-372-3473.

  • Page 85: Pre-Installed Software

    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. (See Automatically Down- loading Driver Updates on page 59 for more information)
  • Page 86 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Operating System Options Depending upon your system, one of the following operating system configurations will be installed: Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition With Microsoft Works 8.5 and Microsoft Office 60-...
  • Page 87 Glossary...
  • Page 88 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 89: 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. 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 90 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory to memory transfers of data which do not require CPU action.
  • Page 91 Memory A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your LifeBook notebook’s 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. The equipment which connects a computer or other data terminal to a communication line.
  • Page 92 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which infor- mation is stored by physically altering the material.

  • 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 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • 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: Appendix A: Integrated

    Appendix A Integrated Wireless LAN* User’s Guide *Optional Device...
  • Page 96 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 97: Wireless Lan User's Guide

    (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 Computer Systems Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.

  • Page 98: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly set up and configure the optional integrated Wire- less LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device"...

  • Page 99: Wireless Network Considerations

    Deactivation of the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (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: Using the Wireless On/Off Switch, or, ■...

  • Page 100: Configuration Of The Wlan Device

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using the Intel PROSet for Wireless utility (Windows XP models) or the WLAN utility that is built in (Windows Vista models).

  • Page 101: Connection To The Network

    14. Click Next. 15. Select Open, Shared, WPA-Enterprise, WPA2- Enterprise, WPA-Personal, or WPA2-Personal in the Network Authentication options. 16. Select either None, WEP, CKIP, or TKIP for the data encryption. 17. If WEP is selected, select either 64 or 128-bit for the Encryption Level.
  • Page 102 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e If the Control Panel is in Category view, switch to Classic view by clicking “Switch to Classic View”...
  • Page 103 Setting the file-sharing function for the file which has been used to execute Network Setup Wizard is suggested on the screen. For the wireless LAN, however, since security is guaranteed by entry of the network name (SSID) and the network key, the steps to be taken to set the file- sharing function easily without using Network Setup Wizard are given below.
  • Page 104 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Additionally, in the lower section of the display, you will see a variety of different measurements related to the WLAN.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    Troubleshooting the WLAN TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE 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...

  • Page 106: Glossary

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e Wireless LAN Glossary 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 107 W I r e l e s s L A N U s e r ’ s G u i d e 802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP.

  • Page 108: Ip Address Information

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e IP address information ABOUT IP ADDRESSES IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this document.

  • Page 109: Wlan Specifications

    WLAN Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Number of channels Typical operating distances** 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 110 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...

  • Page 111: Appendix B: Using The Fingerprint Sensor

    Appendix B Using the Fingerprint Sensor...
  • Page 112 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B...

  • Page 113: Fingerprint Sensor Device

    Fingerprint Sensor Device INTRODUCING THE FINGERPRINT SENSOR DEVICE Your system has a fingerprint sensor device below the Touchpad, between the left and right buttons. This also serves as a scroll button. Figure B-1 Fingerprint sensor Although the system may have a fingerprint sensor in place of a scroll button, the fingerprint sensor can be used for scrolling.

  • Page 114: User Enrollment

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B mended that you NOT install OmniPass in the root directory (e.g.

  • Page 115: Using Omnipass

    on the Windows taskbar; select Programs; select Softex; click OmniPass Enrollment Wizard. 1. Click Enroll to proceed to username and password verification. By default, the OmniPass Enrollment Wizard enters the credentials of the currently logged in Windows user. 2. Enter the password you use to log in to Windows. This will become the “master password”...
  • Page 116 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B print capture window or your master password for the master password prompt (the key icon).

  • Page 117: Configuring Omnipass

    Password Management OmniPass provides an interface that lets you manage your passwords. To access this GUI, double-click the OmniPass key in the system tray. Click Vault Manage- ment; you will be prompted to authenticate. Once you gain access to Vault Management, click Manage Pass- words under Vault Settings.

  • Page 118: Omnipass Control Center

    L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B proper credentials cannot be supplied, the user profile will not be imported You should periodically export your user ■...

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting

    to remove. OmniPass will prompt you to confirm user removal. Click OK to complete user removal Removing a user will automatically destroy all OmniPass data associated with that user. All identities and credentials associated with the user will be lost. If you are sure about removing the user, we recommend you export the user profile.
  • Page 120 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B unlikely the problem is due to your Windows user account password changing.

  • Page 121: Index

    Index...
  • Page 122 L i f e B o o k N 6 4 0 0 S e r i e s U s e r ’ s G u i d e...
  • Page 123 Floppy Disk Drive ......70, 75 Fujitsu Driver Update utility ....31, 66, 77...
  • Page 124 Adobe Acrobat Reader ..... . .77 Fujitsu HotKey ......77 Google Toolbar .
  • Page 125 Registration ........31 Restarting ........33 Restoring the Factory Image .
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