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- Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 1
Fujitsu LifeBook® P7230 Notebook User's Guide - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 2
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Party Name: Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Address: 1250 E. Arques Avenue, MS 122 Sunnyvale, CA 94085 Telephone: (408) 746-6000 Declares that product: Model Configuration: LifeBook P7230 Notebook Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 4
fresh one*. If you replace it, it is important that you dispose of the old battery properly because batteries contain materials that could cause environmental damage if disposed of improperly. Fujitsu is very concerned with environmental protection, and has enlisted the services of the Rechargeable - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 5
Display Panel 26 Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On 27 Boot Sequence 27 Hard Disk Drive Passwords 27 BIOS Setup Utility 27 Booting the System 28 Starting Windows Vista the first time 28 Starting Windows XP the First Time 29 Registering Your LifeBook notebook 29 Installing Click Me 29 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 6
the Problem 69 Specific Problems 69 Troubleshooting Table 70 Power On Self Test Messages 77 Emergency DVD Tray Release 78 Modem Result Codes 78 Restoring Your Pre-installed Software Restoring the Factory Image 79 Using the Shock Sensor Utility 80 Automatically Downloading Driver Updates - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 7
Contents 7 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Batteries 86 Floppy Disks and Drives 86 Media Care 87 PC Cards 87 8 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Configuration Label 91 Microprocessor 91 Memory 91 Video 91 Audio 91 Mass Storage Device Options 91 Features 91 Device Ports 92 Keyboard 92 Power 92 Dimensions and - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 8
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 9
1 Preface - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 10
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 11
Preface ABOUT THIS GUIDE The LifeBook P7230 Series notebook from Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation is a small but powerful computer. Depending upon your configuration, it is powered by an Intel® Core Solo or an Intel Core Duo processor, has a built-in wide-aspect Crystal View color display, and - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 12
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section One 2 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 13
2 Getting to Know Your LifeBook Notebook 3 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 14
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Two 4 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 15
compare the parts you have received with the items listed below. ■ LifeBook P7230 notebook(Figure 2-1) ■ AC adapter with AC power cord (Figure 2-2) ■ Lithium ion battery ■ Weight Saver ■ Driver and Application Restore Disc ■ Recovery Disc ■ Phone/modem (RJ-11) telephone cable ■ Getting Started Guide - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 16
device on and off. Note that this switch is present on all models of the LifeBook P7230 notebook, but it is functional only on those with an optional Wireless LAN installed. Optional Built-in Camera The optional built-in camera has a resolution of 1.3 megapixels. For instructions on using the camera - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 17
dedicated Windows keys. (See Keyboard on page 13 for more information) Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with three buttons (left, right, and fingerprint sensor/scroll button). (See Touchpad Pointing Device on page 15 for more information). Memory - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 18
connect between your LifeBook and a peripheral such as a digital video camera. (See IEEE 1394 Port on page 46 for more information) Air Vents The air vents allow for proper cooling of the system while it is operating. To protect your notebook from damage and to optimize system performance, be sure - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 19
The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook's right-side components. Flexible Bay The Flexible Bay can accommodate a standard DVD/ CD-RW Drive, a Dual-Layer Multi Format DVD Writer, or an optional modular bay battery. If no device is installed, the weight saver should be - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 20
(10/100 Base-TX) connection. (See Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port on page 45 for more information) The internal modem is not intended for use with Digital PBX systems. Do not connect the internal modem to a Digital PBX as it may cause serious damage to the internal modem or your entire notebook. Consult - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 21
Getting to Know Your LifeBook Battery Release Latch Lithium ion Battery Port Replicator Connector Battery Release Latch Air Vents (several locations) Memory Module Cover Hard Disk Drive Cover Flexible Bay Release Latch Figure 2-7 LifeBook notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS The - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 22
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Two Hard Drive/ Optical Drive Access Battery 1 Charging Indicator Battery 1 Battery 2 Level Indicator Charging Indicator Battery 2 Num Lock Level Indicator Indicator Caps Lock Indicator Figure 2-8 Status Indicator Panel Scroll Lock Indicator Status - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 23
Function Keys Getting to Know Your LifeBook Back Space Fn Key Windows Start Key Numeric Keypad Windows Application Key Cursor Keys Figure 2-9 Keyboard Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 82-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 24
the [Fn+F4] combination only works if Manual Setting is selected in the BIOS. (See "Entering the BIOS Setup Utility" on page 28) ■ [Fn+F5]: Pressing will increase the volume of your LifeBook notebook. ■ [Fn+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [Fn] allows you to change your selection of where to send - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 25
Touchpad Cursor Control Left Button Fingerprint Sensor/ Scroll Button Right Button Figure 2-10 Touchpad pointing device Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 26
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Two ■ 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 dialog box located in the Windows Control Panel. DRAGGING Dragging means pressing and holding the left - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 27
Fujitsu 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. If you install an external audio device set from within the Volume Control in the system tray. ■ Volume can be controlled with - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 28
menu, then click on Setup of LifeBook Application Panel. The Button Setting window will open. The Button Setting window has tabs that correspond to the buttons on the application panel. When you receive your notebook, these buttons are pre-configured to launch specific programs, as noted above. In - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 29
mode, and the second will enable/disable the button when your LifeBook notebook is powered off. You can enable/disable either or both of these functions simply by clicking on the option. When you have finished with Button Setting window, click on OK, and the new settings will take effect. You - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 30
Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can accommodate a modular DualLayer Multi-Format DVD Writer, a modular DVD/CDRW combo drive, a modular Lithium ion battery, or a weight saver. (Figure 2-17) ■ Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 31
back on. 6. You can now access and use the device. Your LifeBook notebook will automatically detect the new device and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the device will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer. Hot-swapping To hot-swap Flexible Bay - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 32
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Two 22 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 33
3 Getting Started 23 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 34
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Three 24 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 35
Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has four possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an optional modular Lithium ion battery, an Battery Power 1. Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed. 2. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter. The Lithium ion battery - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 36
on your LifeBook notebook, you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust the brightness, by using the keyboard or the power management utility. Using the Keyboard Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 37
User and Master hard disk passwords, Fujitsu Computer Systems will not be able to reset it. You may lose data and have to replace your system board or hard disk drive. BIOS SETUP UTILITY The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your LifeBook notebook. Your BIOS - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 38
F12] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. BIOS Guide A guide to your notebook's BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support website at http:// www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support, then select Support, then select User's Guides under Online Support. Select your Product - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 39
, refer to your Getting Started Guide. FUJITSU DRIVER UPDATE UTILITY 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 information about the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 40
functions STANDBY MODE Suspend or Standby mode in Windows saves the contents of your LifeBook notebook's system memory during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode will turn off the CPU, the display, the hard drive, and all of the other internal components except - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 41
reboot. Turning off your LifeBook notebook without exiting Windows or turning on your notebook within 10 seconds of the notebook being shut off may cause an error when you start the next time. POWER OFF Before turning off the power, check that the hard drive/ optical drive access indicator is off - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 42
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Three 32 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 43
4 User-Installable Features 33 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 44
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Four 34 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 45
prevent operation of your notebook by draining all available current into the bad battery. ■ Battery life will vary based on screen brightness, applications, features, power management settings, battery condition and other customer preferences. DVD, CD-RW, CD-ROM, or hard drive usage may also have - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 46
the power or remove all power sources while your LifeBook notebook is in Standby mode, any data that has not been saved to the hard drive will be lost. Using heavy current devices such as a modem or frequent DVD/CD-RW/CDROM accesses may prevent charging completely. Dead Battery Suspend mode shows - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 47
DVD+R/RW, or CD-R/RW discs. The Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer also supports burning and reading of DVD-RAM. (Windows XP supports burning and reading of DVD-RAM as a standard feature.) DVD/CD-RW Combo model only: With the combo drive, you can play DVD movies, read audio CDs, and write data onto - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 48
are longer than your LifeBook notebook can support on a single battery. If you are watching a DVD movie on battery power you may need to swap in an additional, charged battery or attach AC power during the movie to view it in its entirety. ■ Prolonged use of the optical drive, such as when watching - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 49
(after removing any modular devices that may be present in the bay) prior to removing the main battery. 5. Manually place your notebook into Standby mode by depressing the Suspend button then replace the discharged battery with a fully-charged battery. 6. If you removed the optical drive from the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 50
your notebook. REMOVING PC CARDS To remove a PC Card, follow these easy steps: Windows has a shutdown procedure for PC Cards that must be followed before removing a card. (Please review your operating system manual for the correct procedure). 1. See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 51
Card Slot Figure 4-7. Installing a Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Memory Stick/ Secure Digital/xD 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 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 52
slot until it is seated in the connector. REMOVING A MEMORY STICK/SD/XD CARD To remove a Memory Stick, SD Card, or xD Card, follow these steps: See your card manual for specific instructions on the removal of your card. Some cards may require your LifeBook notebook to be in Standby Mode or Off while - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 53
notebook. 4. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve. 5. Install a new memory module as detailed in the procedure below. 6. Replace the memory compartment cover. (Figure 412) 1. Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook, and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline), battery - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 54
412) The memory upgrade module is not something you routinely remove from your LifeBook notebook. Once it is installed, you should leave it in place unless you want to increase system memory capacity. CHECKING THE MEMORY CAPACITY Once you have changed the system memory capacity by replacing the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 55
Device Ports Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices such as disk drives, keyboards, printers, etc. MODEM (RJ-11) TELEPHONE PORT The modem (RJ-11) telephone port is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 56
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Four 2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated. LAN Port Figure 4-15 LAN Port IEEE 1394 PORT The IEEE 1394 port (also known as "Firewire" or "iLink") allows you to connect devices that are compliant with IEEE standard 1394. This port is effectively a - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 57
monitor or LCD projector. In order to connect a monitor, follow these easy steps: 1. Open the protective cover on the right side of the system (Figure 4-19). 2. Align the connector with the port opening. 3. Push the connector into the port until it is seated. User Installable Features External - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 58
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Four 48 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 59
5 Using the Integrated Wireless LAN* *Optional Device 49 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 60
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section FIve 50 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 61
Information/Disclaimers Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 62
LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook - Section Five Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before using the WLAN device, read this - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 63
User's Guide How to Handle This Device The WLAN device comes pre-installed in your mobile computer. Under normal circumstances, it should not be necessary for you to remove or re-install it. The Operating System that your mobile computer comes with has been pre-configured to support the WLAN device - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 64
LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook - Section Five Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth On/Off Switch Figure 5-3. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Switch Windows XP: Deactivation using the Intel PROSet Software The WLAN device can also be deactivated in Windows using the Intel PROSet Software. The procedure to accomplish this: - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 65
, and the other is used with the Windows XP operating system. CONFIGURING THE WLAN WITH WINDOWS VISTA The WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that is built into Windows Vista. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 66
LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook - Section Five 10 same as name and password of your current Windows user login. 22. Click [OK] to save window. Configuring Using Atheros Client Utility Software This section explains the procedure to properly configure the WLAN device using the Atheros Client Utility - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 67
User's Guide window. No security 9. Click OK 10. Utility. change the setting of the IP address, you need to be logged in from Windows view, switch to Classic view by clicking "Switch to Classic View" under Control Panel the left frame. (If you are already in Classic view, "Switch to Category View - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 68
the name, click [Change] and then proceed in accordance with the instruction messages displayed on the screen. Enter the desired name in less than 15 ASCII character code format. Identifiability can be enhanced by entering the model number, the user name, and other factors. b. [Workgroup name] is - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 69
User's Guide Setting the file-sharing function The procedure for setting the file-sharing function follows, with the "work" folder in drive for the "work." folder will change. Setting the printer-sharing function the screen. trouble manual window [My Network Places] will be displayed. 3. Click [View - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 70
LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook - Section Five Confirming the status of the radio 1. Right-click the Intel PRO Wireless icon in the lower right corner of the screen. 2. Click [Open Intel PROSet for Wireless]. The Intel PROSet for Wireless window Address ■ Band ■ Supported Data Rates ■ Radio Frequency - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 71
Troubleshooting the WLAN Wireless LAN User's Guide Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Unavailable network connection Possible Cause Possible Solution Incorrect network name (SSID) or network key - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 72
on a local area network. DNS (Domain Name System) A data query service that provides a mechanism with which to translate host names into Internet addresses. IEEE802.11a Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11a devices operate in the 5 GHz lower and middle UNII - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 73
protocol of the Internet. Wi-Fi Wi-Fi, or Wireless Fidelity, is a set of standards for wireless local area networks (WLAN) based on the IEEE 802.11 specifications. Certified products can use the official Wi-Fi logo, which indicates that the product is interoperable with any other product also - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 74
LifeBook P7000 Series Notebook - Section Five IP address information IP addressing is much IP address automatically] A DHCP server is a server that automatically assigns IP addresses to computers or other devices in the network. There is no DHCP server for the AdHoc network. If the IP address is - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 75
LAN User's Guide 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) Specifications Conforms to IEEE 802.11a/802.11b/g (Wi-Fi based - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 76
to On position. 2. XP: In the Control Panel, doubleclick the Fujitsu Radio Control icon.Vista: Use the Bluetooth icon in the system tray to disable Bluetooth radio. 3. In the window that appears, click the button associated with Bluetooth Status to enable or disable the device. 4. Click [OK]. The - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 77
6 Troubleshooting 67 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 78
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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 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 80
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Six TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Page Audio Problems page 70 Optical Drive Problems page 70 Floppy Disk Drive Problems page 71 Hard Drive Problems page 71 Keyboard or Mouse Problems page 71 Memory Problems page 72 Modem Problems page 72 Problem - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 81
disabled. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 27 for more information) You have installed an external keyboard or mouse, and it does not seem to work. Your external device is not properly installed. Your operating system is not set up with the correct software driver for that device. Re-install your - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 82
10 seconds, turn it back on. (continued) Memory Problems Your Power On screen or Info menu of the BIOS setup utility information do not show the correct amount of memory. Your memory upgrade module is not properly installed. You have a memory failure. Remove and re-install your memory upgrade - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 83
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions A card inserted in the PC Card slot does not work or is locking up the system. (continued) Your software may not have the correct software driver active. You may have the wrong I/O address selected for your PC Card device. See your - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 84
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Six Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Your LifeBook notebook turns off all by itself. (continued) You have a battery failure. Verify the condition of the batteries using the Status Indicator panel, and replace or remove any batteries that are shorted. - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 85
) Use the BIOS setup utility to try to auto detect the internal hard drive. If this does not work, contact Fujitsu Service and Support at 1-800-8FUJITSU. An error message is displayed on-screen during the notebook (boot) sequence. Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a problem. See the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 86
device and operating system documentation and activate the proper driver. You connected an external monitor but it doesn't come on. Your external monitor is not compatible with your LifeBook notebook. See your monitor documentation and the External Monitor Support portions of the Specifications - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 87
have changed your installation greatly, the operating system should be on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly set, your hard drive may be corrupted and your system may have to be re-installed from your back up media. *Parity Check 1 nnnn Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 88
tested. *System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead. This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted battery which requires a support representative to change. You can continue operating but you will have to use setup utility default values - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 89
DAR) disc contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your notebook 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 check for the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 90
the "Set Up Windows" screen to be displayed, then follow the instructions that appear. 5. After the system reboots, follow the instructions that appear to either restore your system image or erase all data from your hard disk. USING THE SHOCK SENSOR UTILITY The Shock Sensor Utility is designed to - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 91
. ■ Go down. Use [Z] key. ■ Close. Use [Esc] key. Troubleshooting 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 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 92
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Six 82 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 93
7 Care and Maintenance 83 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 94
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Seven 84 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 95
Power down your system before adding or removing system components. Even if the system is in hibernate or standby states, data could be lost or memory could be damaged if power is still available to the system. ■ Before docking or undocking your notebook with the optional port replicator, be sure to - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 96
security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your notebook on. Make sure you have a charged battery on hand. ■ When traveling with the hard drive removed, wrap the drive in a non-conducting materials (cloth or paper). If you have the drive checked by hand, be ready to install the - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 97
or dusty. ■ Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or devices that generate strong magnetic fields. ■ Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be subjected to shock or vibration. ■ Do not disassemble or dismantle the DVD/CD-RW drive. ■ Occasional use of a commercially available lens - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 98
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Seven 88 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 99
8 Specifications 89 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 100
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Eight 90 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 101
your notebook. Following is an example label and information on how to read your own configuration label. Part Number Configuration ID Configuration P/N: AW0XXXXXXXXXXXXX FPC P/N: FPCMXXXXXX P7230, U1400, 10.6 WXGA, 512M, 60G, MODEM/LAN/WLAN, WIN XPP Model # Processor Screen Hard Drive Memory - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 102
device with left and right buttons and fingerprint sensor/scroll button. ■ Built-in palm rest External Keyboard Support USB-compatible External Mouse Support USB-compatible POWER Batteries ■ One standard 6-cell high-capacity Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 5800 mAh ■ Optional modular - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 103
or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. (See Automatically Downloading Driver Updates on page 59 for more information) Fujitsu HotKey Fujitsu HotKey allows you to control the display brightness of your notebook in order to maximize battery life. Google - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 104
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Eight ■ Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2007 (Optional with Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium ■ Office Microsoft Small Business Edition 2007 (Optional with Microsoft Windows Vista Business Edition) Microsoft Office 2007 Small Business Edition is - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 105
you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please refer to the manual or contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, Customer Service. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 106
performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were devices does not exceed five. For safety, users should ensure that the electrical ground of the power utility, the telephone lines and the metallic water pipes are connected together. Users - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 107
9 Glossary 97 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 108
LifeBook P7000 Notebook - Section Nine 98 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 109
transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary phone lines. Auto/Airline Adapter A device which converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. BIOS Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 110
your LifeBook notebook in electronic form. I/O Port The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your LifeBook notebook in electronic form. IDE Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive unit. IEEE - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 111
commands, including driver programs, into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment. Partition A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside and made to appear to the operating system as if it - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 112
of time. Your LifeBook notebook uses various suspension states to reduce power consumption and prolong the charge of your battery. SVGA Super VGA. Standard that provides 800x600 pixel resolution and a palette of 16M colors. S-Video Super Video. A component video system for driving a TV or computer - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 113
Appendix A Using the Fingerprint Sensor 103 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 114
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of the screen. ■ The presence of the Softex program group in the Programs group of the Start menu System Requirements The OmniPass application requires space on your hard drive; it also requires specific Operating Systems (OS's). The minimum requirements are as follows: ■ Windows XP Home Edition - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 116
in the system tray (usually located in the lower right corner of the screen), or, Click the Start button, select Settings, and click Control Panel (if you are using Windows XP you will see the Control Panel directly in the Start menu; click it, then click Switch to Classic View). Doubleclick Softex - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 117
. Should OmniPass fail to acquire your fingerprint, or if the capture screen times out, click [Back] to restart the fingerprint enrollment process. Your system has a "swipe" fingerprint sensor. A swipe sensor is small and resembles a skinny elongated rectangle. To capture a fingerprint, gently - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 118
LifeBook P7000 Notebook service user changed Windows Login screen. Place your enrolled fingertip on the sensor to authenticate. You will be simultaneously logged into Windows and OmniPass. The capture window will also appear if you have used Ctrl-Alt-Del to lock a system, and the fingerprint device - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 119
In Windows XP, your login options must be set either for classic login, or for fast user switching and logon screen to be enabled to use your fingerprint to log on to Windows. To change this go to Control Panel, select User Accounts and then click Change the way users log on or off. If your Windows - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 120
that has OmniPass. Before you can import the profile, a Windows user with the same login credentials must be created on the machine importing the profile. Example: I have a Windows user with the username "Tom" and the password "Sunshine" on my system. I have enrolled Tom into OmniPass and remembered - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 121
not prompt for a user to be logged on. You can manually log on to OmniPass by right-clicking the OmniPass system tray icon and clicking Log in User from the right-click menu. TROUBLESHOOTING You cannot use OmniPass to create Windows users. You must first create the Windows user, and you will need - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 122
with your changed Windows account password. Click Update Password and you will be prompted with a dialog to reconfirm your password. Enter the new password to your Windows user account and click OK. If the error persists, then it is unlikely the problem is due to your Windows user account password - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 123
opening 26 Drivers and Application Restore CD 79 DVD/CD-RW drive control panel 38 loading 37 removing 38 software 38 tray release 78 using 38 DVD-RAM 37 E ECO Button 30 Error Messages 77 Extended Memory 100 External Monitor Port 8, 47 F FDU 29, 81, 93 Fingerprint Sensor Device 7, 105 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 124
windows keys 13 L LAN (RJ-45) port 10 M Memory capacity 44 installing 43 removing 44 Memory Module Cover 11 Memory Stick/SD Card 7 installing 41 removing 42 slot 7, 41 Memory Upgrade Module 43 Microphone Jack 8, 46 Microsoft Works 93 Modem 10 port 45 result codes 78 Modular Devices - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 125
) Card installing 41 removing 42 SDRAM 43 Security Panel 18 Serial Port 101 Shock Sensor Utility 80 Specifications 91 audio 91 device ports 92 dimensions and weight 92 environmental requirements 92 features 91 keyboard 92 mass storage device options 91 memory 91 microprocessor 91 - Fujitsu P7230 | P7230 User's Guide for Configurations: A0E, A0F, A0G, A0H, A0J - Page 126
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