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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 transmitted 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 mean- ings are as follows.
  • Page 7 Notation in text Here is what symbols in text mean. Symbol Meaning Critical Point Indicates a point necessary for correctly operating the Critical Points hardware or software. Column Gives the meaning and brief explanation of a term. Column → Indicates the page to see elsewhere in this manual. Command input (key input) Within the text of this manual, command input (giving commands to the computer by pressing keys) is indicated as follows.
  • 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, flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handing, and battery operation. SECTION 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SECTION 1 Names of the Parts and their Functions ......... 2 Front ......................... 2 Right Side ......................4 Left Side ......................6 Rear ......................... 7 Bottom ......................9 Connector Box ....................10 Status Indicator LCD ..................12 Pointing Device ................15 Flat Point ......................
  • Page 10 Connector Box ................50 Removing the connector box ................51 Using Internal Data / Fax Modem ..........52 Connection ..................... 52 Using Internal LAN ................. 54 Connection ..................... 54 Mouse ....................55 Connecting PS/2 Mouse ................55 Connecting USB Mouse ................. 56 Disabling Flat Point ..................
  • Page 11 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 This section explains basic operations and basic items for using this computer, including the names of the parts and their functions, Flat point operation methods, floppy disk unit handing, and battery operation.
  • Page 12: Names Of The Parts And Their Functions

    SECTION 1 1 Names of the Parts and their Functions Front Cover close switch This switch is used to suspend/resume the function of this PC unit and to turn off the LCD back light when you close or open the LCD display. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Panel Shows a full screen data from the computer main unit.
  • Page 13 Built-in Microphone You can record sound (monaural) with this microphone. Critical Points 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 or use a headphone or an external microphone available in stores. And set the microphone at “mute”...
  • Page 14: Right Side

    Right Side 234 56 7 Ventilation Openings The air-cooling fan gets air through these openings. CAUTION HEARING LOSS • Turn the sound volume level of the PC unit to the minimum prior to connection to the headphone, line-in, and mic-in jacks. Otherwise it may damage the equipment and/or your audibility may be adversely affected.
  • Page 15 Headphone Jack It is the terminal to connect a headphone available in the market (3.5-mm mini plug type). However, you cannot use some headphone if its type is not compatible. Please check its connectivity before purchase. CAUTION HEARING LOSS • Be careful not to use a headphone at excessive volume level, or it might give adverse effect to your audibility.
  • Page 16: Left Side

    Left Side Mobile Multi-bay One of the following units has been installed depending on the model: • Built-in CD-ROM drive unit • Built-in CD-R/RW drive unit • Built-in PC card unit • Mobile multi-bay cover Those units may be replaced. Critical Points Always use the PC with a unit set in the mobile multi-bay.
  • Page 17: Rear

    Rear Infrared Communication Port (not supported by Windows NT) It is the interface to conduct infrared communication. Critical Points Do not put an AC adapter or an external display near from the infrared communication port when you are conducting infrared communication, or it cause malfunction due to noise from those devices.
  • Page 18 External Display Connector This is the connector to connect a CRT display and other displays sold separately. DC-IN Connector This is the connector to connect the AC adapter. IMPORTANT When you connect an optional device to each connector, you must ensure the right direction of the connectors and connect straight.
  • Page 19: Bottom

    Bottom Connector box connector This is the connector to connect the connector box. Expansion RAM Module Slot The memory unit of the PC is installed here. You may change the memory unit to increase the memory. Release Button Slide this button to release the built-in battery pack lock. Built-in battery pack lock Slide it to install/remove the built-in battery pack.
  • Page 20: Connector Box

    Connector Box 2 3 45 6 Connector Box Removal Lever Slide it to remove the connector box from the PC. LAN Connector Some models are equipped with LAN connectors. Expansion keyboard connector This is the connector to connect a PS/2 numeric keyboard. Mouse connector This is the connector to connect a PS/2 mouse.
  • Page 21 External Display Connector This is the connector to connect a CRT display and other displays sold separately. Critical Points The direction of the USB connector and the external display connector on the connector box is opposite to that of the connectors on the PC. Parallel Connector This is the connector to connect a printer and other devices sold separately.
  • Page 22: Status Indicator Lcd

    Status Indicator LCD 6 7 8 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 Mounting Indicator ( 1,2, This indicator appears when batteries are mounted.
  • Page 23 IMPORTANT When you connect a FDD unit (USB), the floppy disk access indicator in the status indicator LCD does not appears even a floppy disk is accessed. You should check the access to the floppy disk with the access lamp on the FDD unit (USB). Make sure that the access lamp does not light up when you eject a floppy disk.
  • Page 24 Click on the Start ->Settings -> Control Panel. Click on the System icon Click on the Device Manager tab. Double-click on the CD-ROM. CD-ROM device is indicated. Click on the CD-ROM device and then click on the Properties. The Properties of CD-ROM Device dialog box appears. Click on the Setting tab.
  • Page 25: Pointing Device

    SECTION 1 2 Pointing Device Flat Point The flat point is a convenient pointing device, with which you can operate the mouse pointer with your finger movement. It consists of a touchpad and two buttons in front of it. The touchpad is equivalent to the ball of a mouse. Sliding your finger on it in a desired direction causes the mouse pointer to move in the same direction on the screen.
  • Page 26: How To Use Flat Point

    How to Use Flat Point Clicking Clicking means to tap the touchpad once or to push the left button once and release it at once. And “right click” means to push the right button once. Double-clicking Double-clicking means to tap the touchpad twice consecutively or to push twice the left button quickly and release at once.
  • Page 27 Scrolling up (going backward): Scrolling Press the button towards the LCD display. Scrolling down (going forward): Press the button towards you. To scroll the display on the screen, click on the area at which you want to start scrolling, then press the scroll button forward or backward.
  • Page 28: Keyboard

    SECTION 1 3 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 29: 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 30 [Shift] key Used in combination with other keys. [Alt] key Used in combination with other keys; its functions depend on the application software. [Caps Lock] key To lock the keyboard into caps mode, press this key together with the Shift key. Pressing this key again ends caps mode.
  • Page 31 [Sys Rq] (system request) key When this key is supported by the application software, this key is used for such functions as resetting the keyboard. Press this key together with the Alt key. ] (Windows) key Press this key to display the Start menu. ] (Application) key Press this key to display the shortcut menu for the selected item.
  • Page 32: Switching On The Power

    SECTION 1 4 Switching on the Power Switching on the Power Here is the explanation of the normal method to put on the power of this PC unit. IMPORTANT NOTE • Once switching the PC power on, do not carry the PC or cause it to be shocked or vibrated in any way.
  • Page 33 IMPORTANT NOTE Pay attention to the following points when the PC power is on: • Do not cover the keyboard with paper or the like. It may interfere with the heat dissipation, causing a malfunction. • After using the PC for a long time, you may feel that the PC surfaces are warm. This is because the PC is designed to dissipate the internal heat from the entire body, including the keys on the keyboard, once a certain heat level has been exceeded.
  • Page 34: Switching Off The Power

    SECTION 1 5 Switching off the Power Switching off the Power IMPORTANT NOTE Only set the MAIN switch off after you exit from the operation system and the SUS/RES indicator on the status indicator LCD goes off. To set the MAIN switch off while suspending, resume the PC, save the data, and terminate the operation system in advance.
  • Page 35: For Windows

    Set the MAIN switch off. Slide the MAIN switch in the direction indicated by the arrow. MAIN switch Critical Points If you do not use the PC for a long time after this, remove the AC adapter and the battery pack.
  • Page 36 Set the MAIN switch off. Slide the MAIN switch in the direction indicated by the arrow ( side). MAIN switch Critical Points If you do not use the PC for a long time after this, remove the AC adapter and the battery pack.
  • Page 37: Resetting

    SECTION 1 6 Resetting How to Reset Resetting the PC is required after installing an application or if the software you are currently running freezes by any reason. Critical Points Resetting the PC causes the data in the memory to disappear. Necessary data should be saved prior to PC resetting.
  • Page 38: Battery

    SECTION 1 7 Battery Battery Charging Considering mobile use, the PC has been designed so that it can be supplied with power from a battery besides the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter. Connecting the AC adapter starts charging, causing the battery charging indicator and the battery remaining power to be shown on the status indicator LCD.
  • Page 39: Using Pc With Battery

    Using PC with Battery 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 40: Low Battery Status

    Low Battery Status This section describes the indication of low battery status and how to treat it. ❑ Indication of low battery status The remaining battery power indicator blinks in the status indicator LCD ( Critical Points For Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me and Windows NT, the system generates an audible alarm for a low battery condition.
  • Page 41 Press the SUS/RES switch. It causes the PC to be resumed and ready for re-operation. Critical Points • For Windows 2000 and Windows 98 the PC is automatically suspended if the battery power is reduced to 13%. CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK •...
  • Page 42: Replacing Built-In Battery Unit

    Replacing built-in Battery Unit Prior to replacing the built-in battery pack, it is required to save the programs and data to the hard disk, etc. This section describes how to replace the built-in battery pack. WARNING Electric shock • Before replacing the built-in battery pack, be sure to switch the PC power off and disconnect the AC adapter.
  • Page 43 Remove the built-in battery pack. Install the new built-in battery pack. To remove the built-in battery pack, put a Insert the new built-in battery pack diagonally finger in the dimple that appears after sliding then firmly push it inwards. the built-in battery pack lock. Built-in battery pack lock Dimple Built-in...
  • Page 44 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 This section explains installation of options for this computer.
  • Page 45: Options

    SECTION 2 1 Options Options You can expand the functions of this computer by connecting various options. Numerical keypad USB mouse*1 FDD unit (USB) *3 External Mouse Printer display TV *4 3.5-inch FDD unit Digital video camera Built-in CD-ROM Memory drive unit PC card Built-in battery...
  • Page 46: Peripherals

    Peripherals Below explanation is necessary for your knowledge before connecting your 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 Precautions for PC Cards Observe the following points when using PC cards to prevent breakdown. Do not place PC cards in high- Do not subject PC cards to Avoid rubbing PC cards and temperature locations and strong shocks.
  • Page 48: Setting Pc Card

    Critical Points The examples of common PC card are as following: • SCSI card It is the PC card required connecting a hard disk, an MO (magneto optical disk) drive and other SCSI-standard devices. • LAN card It is the PC card required connecting PCs to share data and a printer. A certain PC card does not allow using 2 cards simultaneously.
  • Page 49 Lock the PC card. Fully pull out the PC card removal/lock button then set it in the lock position. PC card removal/lock button As for Windows NT, connect the AC adapter and switch the PC power on. If the PC card is set for the first time, install the driver if needed. Some PC cards need installation of the driver.
  • Page 50: Removing Pc Card

    Removing PC Card Here is the explanation on how to remove a PC card in various operating systems. Critical Points 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 Remove the PC card. Set the dummy card. Press the PC card removal/lock button to Firmly insert the dummy card in the PC card remove the PC card. slot. Fully pull out the PC card removal/lock button then lay it towards the front side to lock the dummy card.
  • Page 52 Critical Points For some PC cards, the PC may give you a message “This device cannot be removed”. In this case, switch the PC power off and go to Step 4 for Windows 2000. Click on “OK”. Remove the PC card. To remove the PC card, refer to Steps 4 to 6 for Windows 2000.
  • 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 •...
  • Page 54 Switch the PC power off and disconnect the AC adapter. Close the LCD display and turn the PC over. Remove the two screws and remove the Remove the memory. extended RAM module slot cover. Press outwards the two tabs that hold the Remove the extended RAM module slot memory and take the memory out.
  • Page 55: Mobile Multi-Bay Units

    Do not use the units leaving any liquid or metal objects inside. If a unit has a foreign matter inside, contact your dealer or Fujitsu Service Center. Wipe off stains with a dry, soft cloth or a soft cloth damped with neutral detergent diluted by water.
  • Page 56 ❒ Windows Me and Windows 98 To replace a unit immediately after purchase, switch the PC power off in advance. Once you installed the attached Softex BayManager, you can replace a unit while the PC power is on. ❒ Windows 95 & NT To replace a unit, be sure to switch the PC power off in advance.
  • Page 57 ❒ Replacing Mobile Multi-bay Unit This section describes how to replace a mobile multi-bay unit. Remove the unit. Install the new unit. Raise the mobile multi-bay unit removal lever Firmly insert it with the connector side facing (1) and remove the multi-bay unit (2). inward.
  • Page 58: Setting/Removing Cd

    SECTION 2 5 CD-ROM Drive IMPORTANT NOTE Be careful for the following points in the use of a CD to avoid failure. • Do not use a boll-point pen or a pencil on label surface (printed surface) to write letters. And do not attach a label on it.
  • Page 59 IMPORTANT NOTE • To place a CD on the tray, fit the CD hole to the lug in the center of the tray and press it firmly until you hear a click. Lose insertion of the CD can cause damage to the internal assemble of the drive.
  • Page 60: Installing The Connector Box

    SECTION 2 6 Connector Box The connector box is described here. IMPORTANT NOTE • The connector box can be installed/removed regardless of the condition of the PC. If the FDD unit is connected to the FDD unit connector of the connector box, however, install/ remove the connector box after switching the PC power off.
  • Page 61: Removing The Connector Box

    Removing the connector box This section describes how to remove the connector box. If any peripheral device is connected to the connector box, switch the power off. Release the connector box lock. Remove the connector box. Release the lock by sliding the connector box While keeping the removal lever in the removal lever.
  • Page 62: Using Internal Data / Fax Modem

    SECTION 2 7 Using Internal Data / Fax Modem Connection Depending on the model, the PC has an internal data fax modem that corresponds to V.90, which realizes comfortable and error-free communications in accordance with MNP Class 4/5 and ITU-T V.42/V.42bis.
  • Page 63 Critical Points When you connect a data / fax modem for the modem model PC, attach a core onto a modular cable to reduce unnecessary radio to reduce unnecessary electromagnetic wave. And insert the plug with the core to the PC unit. Round a cable once immediately after the Close the core.
  • Page 64: Using Internal Lan

    SECTION 2 8 Using Internal LAN Connection Some types of this PC series have a built-in LAN device to enable high-speed connection to LAN system on IEEE802.3 standard through 100BASE-TX. And the LAN connection through conventional 10BASE-T is also available. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK •...
  • Page 65: Mouse

    SECTION 2 9 Mouse Connecting PS/2 Mouse You can connect a PS/2 mouse to the mouse connector on the connector box. Switch the PC power off or suspend the PC. Install the connector box. Connect the mouse. Connect the mouse to the mouse connector on the connector box. For this, the arrow inscribed on the connector must face upward.
  • Page 66: Connecting Usb Mouse

    Connecting USB Mouse (Supported only by Windows 2000, Windows Me and Windows 98) You can connect a separately available USB mouse to the USB connector. Connect the mouse to the USB connector Critical Points on the PC. Paying attention to the shapes of the plug The mouse can be connected/ and the connector, insert the plug in the right disconnected while the PC power is on.
  • Page 67: How To Use Mouse

    How to Use Mouse Put your hand on a mouse so that your fingers cover the left and right button of the mouse. And move the mouse as if you slide it on a desk and other flat place. The arrow (called as a “mouse pointer”) on the display moves following the mouse movement.
  • Page 68: Connecting Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse

    SECTION 2 10 Connecting Numeric Keypad / Keyboard / Mouse The extended keyboard connector on the connector box can be used to connect a PS/2 numeric keypad, etc. This section describes connection of a numeric keypad. Switch the PC power off or suspend the PC. Install the connector box.
  • Page 69: Printer

    SECTION 2 11 Printer This section describes connection of a printer to the parallel connector on the connector box. With a printer, you can print the documents and images that are generated on the PC. Critical Points If the printer is one corresponding to USB connection, the USB connector can also be used for connection.
  • Page 70 Connect the printer cable and the power cable to the printer. Refer to the printer manual for the details on connection. Some printers may already have their power cables fixed on them. Insert the printer power cable plug to a receptacle and switch the printer power on. Connect the AC adapter to the PC and switch the PC power on.
  • Page 71: Connecting External Display

    SECTION 2 12 Connecting External Display Connecting an external display You can connect a CRT display and other external display to this PC. Here is the explanation on how to connect a CRT display to the auxiliary display connector on the back of the PC unit.
  • Page 72 Connect the display cable to the CRT display. Refer to the CRT display manual for the details on connection. Connect the CRT display power cable and switch the display power on. Connect the AC adapter to the PC and switch the PC power on. Critical Points If you turn the power on after connecting an external display, you may experience the following phenomena:...
  • Page 73: Connecting A Tv Set (Depend On Model)

    SECTION 2 13 Connecting a TV Set (depend on model) Connecting a TV Set for Home Use (Supported Only By Windows 2000 and Windows 98) Depending on the model, the PC is equipped with an S-Video output terminal, to which you can connect a TV set used at your home.
  • Page 74: Using Digital Video Camera (Depend On Model)

    SECTION 2 14 Using Digital Video Camera (depend on model) Depending on the model, the PC is equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal, where you can connect a digital video camera. With a digital video camera connected, the PC can display the photographed images. IMPORTANT NOTE •...
  • Page 75 SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION SECTION 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 This section explains what to do when trouble occurs with this computer and when messages are displayed. Read this section as the necessity arises.
  • Page 76: 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 77 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 78 The remaining battery charge indicator does not stop flashing. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the battery connected Check that the battery is connected correctly. If it is connected correctly? correctly, there is an abnormality in the battery pack, so replace the battery pack.
  • Page 79 No sound or minimal sound from speaker Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the volume control Turn the volume control for the correct volume. If this does not correctly adjusted? change the volume, double click the task bar sound indicator and adjust the volume.
  • Page 80 Data cannot be read from the CD-ROM drive. Checkpoint Cause and Solution Is the CD-ROM correctly set? Set the CD-ROM correctly with its label facing upwards. Is there any dirt, condensation Wipe it from the center outwards with a dry, soft cloth. or water on the CD-ROM? Is the CD-ROM scratched or Replace the CD-ROM.
  • Page 81: Care And Maintenance

    • Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer. • If you are carrying your LifeBook notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.
  • Page 82 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 83: Floppy Disks And Drives

    Increasing Battery Life • Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapater whenever possible. • If your LifeBook notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapater overnight to recharge the battery.
  • Page 84 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 85 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 86: 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 87 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 88 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 89 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 90 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 91 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 92 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 93 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;...
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