Understanding Fujitsu Laptop Lights Meaning and Functionality

G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k

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	Hard Drive		Security
		PC Card	Indicator
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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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Fujitsu Laptop manual Status Indicator Panel, Power Indicator, AC Adapter Indicator, Battery Level Indicators

Contents

Declaration of Conformity Copyright FCC Notices U T I O N E R T I S S E M E N T Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien For Authorized Repair Technicians Only UL Notice Table 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 Information F 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 Overview TOP and Front Components Display Panel Built-in Microphone LEFT-SIDE Panel Components DC Power JackExternal Monitor Port PC Card Slot RIGHT-SIDE Panel Components Bottom Components Power Indicator Status Indicator PanelAC Adapter Indicator Battery Level Indicators Numlk Indicator Battery Charging IndicatorsCapslock Indicator Hard Drive or Removable Media Drive Access Indicator Keyboard Using the KeyboardNumeric Keypad Windows Keys Fn Key Function Keys Quick Point Pointing Device Double-ClickingClicking Quick Point Device Control Adjustment Touch ScreenDragging To Fujitsu Touch Panel/Compensation Tool. This will Calibrating the Touch Screen Controlling the Volume Volume Control Setting 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 Adapter Display Panel Adjusting Display Panel BrightnessOpening the Display Panel Closing the Display Panel Boot Sequence Power onBios Setup Utility Starting Your LifeBook Final Settings Booting the System With Windows 98 Second EditionRegistration Getting Started Booting 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 Button Idle Mode Hibernation FeatureStandby Mode I N T S Hard Disk Timeout Display TimeoutWindows Power Management Power OFF User-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 Batteries Loading a Disk External Floppy Disk DriveEjecting a Disk Preparing a Disk for USE Installing 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 Replicator Attaching the Port Replicator Front Panel ComponentsDetaching the Port Replicator Docking Port Device Ports Universal Serial BUS Port External Floppy Disk Drive PortInfrared Port Microphone Jack U 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 only Problem Troubleshooting TableAudio Problems Port Replicator Problems Memory Problems Hard Drive Problems Modem Problems Parallel, Serial, and USB Device ProblemsPC Card Problems Power Sources on Power Failures Resume button. See Power Sources on Shutdown and Startup Problems Video Problems Indicators. See Power On Self Test Messages on Your 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 CD F 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 Maintenance Floppy Disks and Drives Batteries Caring for your CDs PC CardsCaring for your CD-ROM Drive Caring for your PC Cards F 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 Communications PRE-INSTALLED Software Popular AccessoriesEnvironmental Requirements Learning about Your Application Software Drive 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 ECP LCD LANMidi Ntsc ROM RAMSdram Smart TFT SvgaVGA Vram 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 Index Hard Disk Drive Troubleshooting Universal Serial Bus Port F e B o o k B S e r i e s