Fujitsu Explore Laptop Lights Meaning and Functionality Insights

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Figure 2-9 Status Indicator Panel

Status Indicator Panel

The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. (Figure 2-9)

states that can tell you what power source your LifeBook is using.

On: This means that either of the adapters are currently in use.

Off: Power is only coming from the batteries, and you do not have an adapter connected.

POWER INDICATOR

The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational. It has several different states, each of which tells you what mode your LifeBook is in at that time.

Steady On: This means that there is power to your LifeBook and that it is ready for use.

Flashing: This means that your LifeBook is in Suspend mode.

Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your LifeBook has been turned off with the power switch.

If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator symbol will remain on even if your LifeBook is shut off. The Power indicator symbol will also remain on if you have either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows, but have not turned off the power switch.

AC ADAPTER INDICATOR

The AC Adapter indicator states whether your LifeBook is operating from the AC adapter, the Auto/Airline adapter or the batteries. This icon has two different

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATORS

The Battery Level indicators state whether or not the primary Lithium ion battery is installed. In addition, this symbol states how much charge is available within the installed battery. The symbol will only be displayed for a battery that is currently installed in your LifeBook. (Figure 2-10)

76%–100% Charging

76%–100%

51%–75%

26%–50%

11%–25%

Low Warning <11%

Critical Low or

Dead Battery

Shorted Battery

Figure 2-10 Battery Level Indicator

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Contents Declaration of Conformity CopyrightFCC Notices U T I O NE R T I S S E M E N T Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique CanadienFor Authorized Repair Technicians Only UL NoticeTable of Contents Care and Maintenance Glossary F e B o o k i S e r i e s Preface F e B o o k B S e r i e s Preface WarrantyAbout this Guide Fujitsu PC Contact InformationF e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n O n e Getting to Know Your LifeBook F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n T w o Unpacking OverviewTOP and Front Components Display Panel Built-in MicrophoneLEFT-SIDE Panel Components DC Power JackExternal Monitor Port PC Card SlotRIGHT-SIDE Panel Components Bottom Components Power Indicator Status Indicator PanelAC Adapter Indicator Battery Level IndicatorsNumlk Indicator Battery Charging IndicatorsCapslock Indicator Hard Drive or Removable Media Drive Access IndicatorKeyboard Using the KeyboardNumeric Keypad Windows KeysFn Key Function KeysQuick Point Pointing Device Double-ClickingClicking Quick Point Device Control Adjustment Touch ScreenDragging To Fujitsu Touch Panel/Compensation Tool. This will Calibrating the Touch ScreenControlling the Volume Volume ControlSetting UP Your Lifebook Security Panel PasswordsLifeBook Security Application Panel Precautions Uninstalling the Security Panel ApplicationOperating Your Lifebook SECURITY/ Application Panel Reinstalling the Security/Application Panel Configuring your LifeBook Application PanelLaunching Applications with the SECURITY/APPLICATION Panel Deactivating and Activating the LifeBook Application Panel Getting Started F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n T h r e e Connecting the Power Adapters Power SourcesConnecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter Connecting the AC AdapterDisplay Panel Adjusting Display Panel BrightnessOpening the Display Panel Closing the Display PanelBoot Sequence Power onBios Setup Utility Starting Your LifeBookFinal Settings Booting the System With Windows 98 Second EditionRegistration Getting StartedBooting the System with Windows 2000 Professional Installing Click ME! Windows 98 onlyRegistering Your Lifebook What are the benefits of registering?Suspend Mode Power ManagementSAVE-TO-DISK Mode SUSPEND/RESUME ButtonIdle Mode Hibernation FeatureStandby Mode I N T SHard Disk Timeout Display TimeoutWindows Power Management Power OFFUser-Installable Features F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n F o u r Lithium ion Battery Low Battery StateRecharging the Batteries Shorted Batteries Replacing the BatteryCold-swapping Batteries Warm-swapping BatteriesLoading a Disk External Floppy Disk DriveEjecting a Disk Preparing a Disk for USEInstalling PC Cards PC CardsRemoving PC Cards Smartcard Reader Memory Upgrade Module Installing a Memory Upgrade ModuleRemoving a Memory Upgrade Module Checking the Computer Recognition NEW Memory Capacity Rear Panel Components Port ReplicatorAttaching the Port Replicator Front Panel ComponentsDetaching the Port Replicator Docking PortDevice Ports Universal Serial BUS Port External Floppy Disk Drive PortInfrared Port Microphone JackU T I O N Troubleshooting F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n F i v e Identifying the Problem TroubleshootingSpecific Problems Using PC-Doctor With Windows 98 Second Edition onlyProblem Troubleshooting TableAudio Problems Port Replicator ProblemsMemory Problems Hard Drive ProblemsModem Problems Parallel, Serial, and USB Device ProblemsPC Card Problems Power Sources on Power FailuresResume button. See Power Sources on Shutdown and Startup Problems Video Problems Indicators. See Power On Self Test Messages onYour operation needs. See Bios Setup Utility on Miscellaneous Problems Power on Self Test Messages Modem Result Codes Drive Image Special Edition Dise Drivers and Applications Restore CDF e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n F i v e Care and Maintenance F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n S i Lifebook Care and MaintenanceFloppy Disks and Drives BatteriesCaring for your CDs PC CardsCaring for your CD-ROM Drive Caring for your PC CardsF e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n S i Specifications F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n S e v e n Specifications Dimensions and Weight PowerTheft Prevention Lock CommunicationsPRE-INSTALLED Software Popular AccessoriesEnvironmental Requirements Learning about Your Application SoftwareDrive Image Special Edition Dise by PowerQuest BatteryAid by Fujitsu LimitedMicrosoft Internet Explorer Glossary F e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n E i g h t Glossary DMI DMADOS ECPLCD LANMidi NtscROM RAMSdram SmartTFT SvgaVGA VramF e B o o k B S e r i e s S e c t i o n E i g h t Index Hard Disk Drive Troubleshooting Universal Serial Bus Port F e B o o k B S e r i e s