Fujitsu LifeBook E8420 - Page 2

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
All repairs must be accomplished by an Authorized Repair Technician.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and INSTRUCTIONS
This unit requires an AC adapter to operate.
Use only UL Listed I.T.E. Class II Adapters with an output rating of 19 VDC,
and the following currents, depending upon the graphics card used in the system:
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator GM45: 4.22A, (80W )•
NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS: 5.27A (100W). •
AC adapter output polarity:
When using your notebook equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fi re,
electric shock and injury to persons, including the following :
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause •
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Danger of explosion if Lithium (clock) batter y is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent •
type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use this product near water, for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet •
basement or near a swimming pool.
Avoid using the modem during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.•
Do not use the modem to report a gas leak in the vicinit y of the leak.•
Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in the User’s Guide.•
Do not dispose of bat teries in a fi re. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special •
disposal instructions.
For continued protection against risk of fi re, replace fuse with only the same type and rating.•
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To reduce the risk of fi re, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certifi ed Telecommunication Line Cord.
The bottom of this notebook computer can become hot when used for long periods of time. When using the•
notebook, take caution to limit long term or continuous use while resting it on exposed skin, or lap.
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.
Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight enclosures or on •
soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.
Battery subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperature can be permanently damaged.•
A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. You can tell if there is a short in your bat tery by checking •
your battery status indicator.
Do not transpor t your notebook while it is turned on.•
Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carr ying case. If carrying your LifeBook notebook for a shor t •
distance, be sure to suppor t it properly.
Never pick it up or hold your LifeBook notebook by the display.•
Keep your LifeBook notebook away from food and beverages.•
If you accidentally spill liquid on your LifeBook notebook:•
1. Turn it off.
2. Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4. If your notebook will not boot af ter it has dried out, call your support representative.
Always use the AC adapter and bat teries that are approved for your notebook.•
Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.•
Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140° F (60° C) •
may damage your notebook.
To avoid accidentally damaging your LifeBook notebook, it is highly recommended that you read the Care and •
Maintenance section of your User’s Guide.
For TV Tuner Models: To protect from overvoltages and transients on the Cable Distribution System, make sure •
that the outer shield of the coaxial cable is connected to earth (grounded ) at the building premises as close to
the point of cable entrance as practicable, as required per NEC Article 820.93, ANSI/NFPA 70: 2005.
If you have questions about your CATV installation, contact your service provider.
Popular Accessories
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• 2 GB SDRAM, DDR3-1066
Modular Bay Battery
Main Lithium ion Battery
High Capacity Lithium ion Battery
Auto/Airline Adapter
Additional AC Adapter
Port Replicator
Modular Dual-Layer Multi-format DVD Writer
Modular DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
External USB Floppy Disk Drive
USB Optical Mouse
Carrying Cases
• Diplomat (ballistic nylon)
• Modella backpack
• Workstation Plus
Notebook Guardian™ Lock
Record your notebook serial number here:
Serial #______________________
(see bottom of computer)
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Getting Started
Get Started with your
LifeBook
®
E8420 Notebook
This guide will lead you through the start-up process for your new LifeBook notebook and will also provide
some valuable tips. To learn about all the exciting features that your new LifeBook notebook has to of fer,
please see the User’s Guide that can be accessed after completing the start-up procedure.
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System Disposal
Warning
Caution
Fujitsu is very concerned with environmental protection and has enlisted the services of the Rechargeable
Batter y Recycle Corporation (RBRC)*, a non-profi t public service organization dedicated to protecting our
environment by recycling old batteries at no cost to you.
RBRC has drop-of f points at tens of thousands of locations throughout the United States and Canada.
To fi nd the location nearest you, go to ww w.RBRC.org or call 1-899-822-8837.
If there are no convenient RBRC locations near you, you can also go to the EIA Consumer Education Initiative
website ( http://EIAE.org/) and search for a convenient disposal location.
To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at www.shopfujitsu.com
in the U.S.A. or www.fujitsu.ca /products/notebooks in Canada.
*RBRC is an independent third par ty to which Fujitsu provides funding for battery recycling; RBRC is in no way
affi liated with Fujitsu.
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