Fujitsu Lifebook U810 User Manual

Fujitsu Lifebook U810 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Learn how to use your Fujitsu LifeBook U810 notebook...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Trademark Information Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this document; however, as ongoing development efforts are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document.
  • Page 3 © Copyright 2007 Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed I.T.E. Class II Adapters with an output rating of 16 VDC, with a current of 2.5 A (40 W). AC adapter output polarity: When using your notebook equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: •...
  • Page 5 * To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at www.fujitsu.ca/products/notebooks ** RBRC is an independent third party to which Fujitsu provides funding for battery recycling; RBRC is in no way affiliated with Fujitsu.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Fujitsu Contact Information ........13...
  • Page 7 Using in Notebook Configuration ....... 37 Using in Tablet Configuration ........37 Keyboard .
  • Page 8 Fujitsu Driver Update Utility ........63...
  • Page 9 Troubleshooting..........84 Identifying the Problem .
  • Page 10 Keyboard........... 120 Power .
  • Page 11 Troubleshooting ..........151 WLAN Specifications .
  • Page 12: Preface

    On-screen menu items appear in bold. Example: “Click Fujitsu Menu, and select your choice”. *Depending upon the region in which it is marketed, LifeBook U810 may be identified as LifeBook U1010. LifeBook U810 and U1010 are identical models in every way. For purposes of this document, the LifeBook U810 model name will be used.
  • Page 13: Fujitsu Contact Information

    HE WARNING ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO EITHER YOU OOK NOTEBOOK Fujitsu Contact Information Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways: • Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) • E-mail: [email protected] • Website: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support...
  • Page 14 OU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE INTERNET CONNECTION TO USE THE ONLINE Limited Warranty Your LifeBook U810 ultra-mobile notebook is backed by a Fujitsu International Limited Warranty. Check the service kit that came with your notebook for the Limited Warranty period and terms and conditions.
  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Lifebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook U810 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. Figure 1. Fujitsu LifeBook U810 notebook...
  • Page 16: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    Specific locations are illustrated in Figures 2 through 6. The table below provides a short description of each icon on the LifeBook U810 notebook and/or optional port replicator. Each of the icons is either molded into or printed on the notebook or port replicator chassis.
  • Page 17 Connection Notebook Icon Local Area Network (LAN) Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth On-Off Switch External Video port Volume Control 17 - Locating the Controls and Connectors Purpose (Available using optional port replicator or with external monitor/LAN adapter cable only.) The LAN (RJ-45) jack is used to connect the internal 10/100 Base-T/Tx Ethernet to a Local Area Network (LAN) in your office or home, or broadband devices such as a cable modem, DSL, or satellite Internet.
  • Page 18 External Monitor/ Port Replicator or LAN Adapter Cable Connector Figure 2. LifeBook U810 notebook in notebook mode 18 - Locating the Controls and Connectors Status Indicator Panel Web camera Built-in Microphone Pen/Pen Holder Display Panel Keyboard Light LifeBook Application/ Tablet Buttons...
  • Page 19: Top Components (Notebook Mode)

    Top Components (notebook mode) The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top components when it is in notebook mode. (See Figure 2 on page 18 for location) Web Camera The web camera allows you to take pictures of yourself to send over the internet. Built-in Microphone The built-in microphone allows you to input audio.
  • Page 20: Top Components (Tablet Mode)

    Status Indicator Panels The Status Indicator Panels display symbols that correspond with a specific component of your LifeBook notebook. The indicators above the keyboard relate to the keyboard states, while the indicator panel below the keyboard relates to power and hard drive access. See “Status Indicator Panel” on page 29 Keyboard A keyboard with dedicated Windows keys.
  • Page 21 Speaker Right Button Left Button Ctrl-Alt-Del Button Fingerprint Sensor Figure 3. LifeBook U810 notebook in tablet mode 21 - Locating the Controls and Connectors Down/Page Down Button 1 Button 2 Rotation Button Function (Fn) Button Up/Page Up Cursor Control...
  • Page 22 The Function Button is used in conjunction with the other Application and Tablet Buttons to perform specified tasks such as opening applications or utilities. When pressed twice in succession, the [Fn] button will open the Fujitsu menu. Cursor Control The cursor control is used to move the cursor around the screen.
  • Page 23: Left-Side Panel Components

    Headphone Jack DC Power Jack Volume Control Microphone Jack Wireless LAN/ SD Card Slot Bluetooth Switch Figure 4. LifeBook notebook left-side panel Left-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Switch The wireless LAN/Bluetooth switch is used to turn the WLAN and Bluetooth devices on and off.
  • Page 24 Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot The Secure Digital (SD) card slot allows you to install an SD card for data storage. This architecture allows you to transfer data from a variety of different digital devices. See “Inserting an SD Card” on page 74.
  • Page 25: Right-Side Panel Components

    Suspend/Resume Button USB 2.0 Port (behind cover) Compact Flash Card Slot Air Vents Figure 5. LifeBook notebook right-side panel Right-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components. Compact Flash (CF) Card Slot Allows you to insert a Compact Flash card. See “Compact Flash (CF) Cards” on page 75 Suspend/Resume Button The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook notebook from standby mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut...
  • Page 26 Air Vents The air vents are used to cool the system to prevent overheating O PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED CLEANING DEPENDING UPON THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE SYSTEM IS USED O NOT OPERATE THE NOTEBOOK IN AREAS WHERE THE AIR VENTS CAN BE OBSTRUCTED TIGHT ENCLOSURES OR ON SOFT SURFACES LIKE A BED OR CUSHION USB 2.0 Port The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices.
  • Page 27: Bottom Components

    Figure 6. LifeBook notebook bottom panel Bottom Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components. Lithium ion Battery The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be unlatched to remove for the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
  • Page 28 Battery Latch The battery latch is used to secure the Lithium ion battery in the battery bay. Air Vents The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to cool down the components. O PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE KEEP ALL AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED PERIODIC CLEANING O NOT OPERATE THE NOTEBOOK IN AREAS WHERE THE AIR VENTS CAN BE OBSTRUCTED...
  • Page 29: Status Indicator Panel

    Battery Level Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicators display symbols that correspond to specific components of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. The LEDs below each symbol tell you how each of those components is operating. The Status Indicators are located in two different areas (Figure 7). Keyboard-related indicators are above the keyboard on the right, and the remaining indicators are below the keyboard on the right.
  • Page 30: Battery Charge/Dc-In Indicator

    Battery Charge/DC-In Indicator • Orange, solid: AC adapter and battery are available and system is being charged. • Green, solid: AC adapter and battery are available and system is fully charged, or AC adapter is plugged in but battery is not installed. •...
  • Page 31: Hard Drive Access Indicator

    • Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged. • A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced. Hard Drive Access Indicator The Hard Drive Access indicator glows green when your internal hard drive is being accessed. Note that flickering is normal.
  • Page 32: Display Panel

    Figure 8. Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your LifeBook U810 notebook contains an LCD display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments. The convertible design of your notebook allows you to open the display fully, rotate it in a clockwise direction 180 degrees, and lay it face up on the keyboard.
  • Page 33: Using The System As A Tablet

    If you would like to use the system as a tablet, perform the following steps • When putting the system into tablet mode, the display must be rotated in a clockwise direction only. Be sure to turn it counter-clockwise when returning the system to notebook mode (i.e., the reverse of how you turned it when you opened it.) Turning the display in the incorrect direction could cause hinge damage.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Display Panel Brightness

    Using the Fujitsu Menu to Adjust Brightness Windows XP: To adjust brightness using the Fujitsu menu, click on the Fujitsu Menu icon in the system tray in the lower right corner of the screen or press the [Fn] button twice. From the menu that appears, select Brightness Control.
  • Page 35: Changing Touch Settings

    Touch settings will be optimized after logging off and logging in again. Using the Fujitsu Zoom Utility Your computer has a handy Fujitsu Zoom utility that lets you toggle the screen resolution between 1024 x 600 resolution and 800 x 600 resolution.
  • Page 36 In Program Location, click on [Browse] (do not change “Action: Launch an Application”). Change "Look In" to "Local Disk (C:)". Double-click on the "Program Files" folder, then double-click on the "Fujitsu Computer Systems" folder. Double-click on the "Fujitsu Zoom Utility" folder, then click on "FjChgRes".
  • Page 37: Handling The System

    Handling the System Your LifeBook U810 notebook is designed to be handheld, used on a secure surface, or docked in the optional tablet dock. When holding the notebook, use the following methods for optimal results. O NOT USE THE NOTEBOOK ON YOUR LAP...
  • Page 38 Portrait Mode: To use your LifeBook in tablet configuration in portrait (vertical) mode, first convert it as directed in “Using the System as a Tablet” on page 33. Hold the system as shown in Figure 13, or place it on a flat, secure surface Figure 14.
  • Page 39: Keyboard

    Figure 15. Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 56-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key keyboard, including the special function keys. This section describes the special keys (Figure 15): Your keyboard also has “headlights” that help you to see it in darker conditions.
  • Page 40 Cursor Keys The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which are used in conjunction with the [Fn} key to allow you to move the cursor up, down, left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the “focus”...
  • Page 41: Using The Cursor Buttons

    Using the Cursor Buttons Left Button Scroll Button (down) Right Button Scroll Button (up) Cursor Control Figure 16. Cursor Buttons The button array across the top of your LifeBook notebook is used to control the movement of the cursor and to select items on your display panel. The buttons consist of a cursor control at the top right, two left/right buttons on the top left, and scroll buttons adjacent to the cursor control.
  • Page 42 Clicking Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the Left button once, and then immediately release it. You can also left-click by moving the cursor to the item you wish to select, then tapping the cursor control once.
  • Page 43 Dragging Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor control. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Figure 19.
  • Page 44: Button Control Adjustment

    The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your cursor buttons with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. There are three aspects of button operation that you can adjust: • Buttons: This tab lets you set up the buttons for right or left handed operation, in addition to setting up the time interval allowed between clicks in double-clicking.
  • Page 45: Clicking On Touch Screen

    Clicking on Touch Screen To left-click, touch the object you wish to select and then lift the stylus tip immediately. Right-Clicking on Touch Screen Windows Vista Right-click can be accomplished by holding the pen down until a circular icon appears. To change the settings for the right-click feature, go to Start ->...
  • Page 46: Double-Clicking

    Double-Clicking To double-click, touch the item twice, and then immediately remove the stylus tip. Figure 23. Double-clicking on the touch screen Dragging Dragging means moving an item with the stylus by touching the screen, moving and then lifting the stylus. To drag, touch the Touch Screen with your stylus on the item you wish to move.
  • Page 47: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    In order to ensure accurate tracking between the stylus and cursor, you must run the Tablet Calibration utility before you use the Touch Screen for the first time, or after you change the display resolution. To run the calibration utility: Go to Start ->...
  • Page 48: Volume Control

    Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. NY SOFTWARE THAT CONTAINS AUDIO FILES WILL ALSO CONTAIN A VOLUME CONTROL OF ITS OWN YOU INSTALL AN EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICE THAT HAS AN INDEPENDENT VOLUME CONTROL...
  • Page 49: Lifebook Application/Tablet Pc Buttons

    Figure 26. LifeBook U810 Notebook Application/Tablet PC Buttons LifeBook Application/Tablet PC Buttons A unique feature of your LifeBook U810 notebook is the array of Application and Tablet PC buttons. These buttons allow you to launch specific applications and functions with the touch of a button.
  • Page 50 Secondary Functions (Fn + Button) Default = Power Saving Utility, or, User-defined Application A ( Default = Windows Journal, or, User-Defined Application B Page Down Page Up Display Switching: 1. LED only, 2. CRT only, 3. Dual Display Fujitsu Menu Utility None...
  • Page 51 Button 2: On Screen Keyboard / Application B When you press Button 2, each press of the button will toggle the on-screen keyboard on and off. When you press the [Fn] button then press and release Button 2, you will automatically start whichever program is assigned to the button.
  • Page 52: Changing Tablet Pc Button Functions

    The [Function] button works in conjunction with the other application buttons to provide additional functionality for the buttons. Refer to specific details above. Pressing the [Fn] button twice in succession causes the Fujitsu Menu Utility to appear on your screen, allowing you to modify certain system settings.
  • Page 53: Precautions

    Double-click on the Tablet PC Settings icon in the Control Panel. Select the Buttons tab and select the button you would like to change from the list. Click [Change] and open the drop down list in the Press: field. Select the action you would like the button to perform. If you want to launch a program, click on Launch an Application then browse to the location of the program.
  • Page 54: Getting Started With Your Lifebook

    Chapter 2 Getting Started with Your LifeBook Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. Connecting the Power Adapters The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.
  • Page 55 Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed. Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter. ITHIUM ION BATTERY IS NOT CHARGED UPON PURCHASE EITHER THE ADAPTER OR THE Figure 27.
  • Page 56: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On Power/Suspend/Resume Button The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off, resume your LifeBook notebook from standby mode, and power on your notebook when it has been shut down from Windows. HEN YOU TURN ON YOUR THAT AT LEAST ONE BATTERY IS INSTALLED AND CHARGED ADAPTER IS CONNECTED AND HAS POWER...
  • Page 57: Boot Sequence

    This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).
  • Page 58: Bios Setup Utility

    Turn on or restart your LifeBook notebook. To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
  • Page 59: Booting The System

    When you turn on your notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
  • Page 60 First of all, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs). • F YOU REJECT THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENTS YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REVIEW THE LICENSE AGREEMENTS FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING TO •...
  • Page 61: Starting Windows Xp The First Time

    Registering Windows XP with Microsoft In order to ensure that you receive the most benefits from the Windows operating system, it should be registered the first time you use it. After you receive the Windows Welcome screen, you will be prompted to enter registration information in the following order.
  • Page 62: Registering Your Lifebook Notebook With Fujitsu

    You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to register online. You can register your LifeBook by going to our website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers Installing ClickMe! ClickMe! EFORE INSTALLING THE Windows Vista Systems The first time you boot up your system, you will see a “Primary Settings for the PC” window. This window explains the installations which will be performed by the Click Me! utility.
  • Page 63: 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 FDU utility, refer to “Automatically Downloading Driver Updates” on page 83.
  • Page 64: Power Management

    Power Management Your LifeBook notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are automatic and need no user intervention. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness. Internal power management for your notebook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power management application, or from settings made in BIOS setup utility.
  • Page 65: Standby (Sleep) Mode

    Standby (Sleep) mode in Windows saves the contents of your system memory during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode turns off the CPU, display, hard drive, and all other internal components except those necessary to maintain system memory and for restarting. Your notebook can be put in Standby mode by: •...
  • Page 66: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part of the Power/Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature. Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature Windows XP: The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these steps: From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.
  • Page 67: Powering Off

    URNING OFF YOUR NOTEBOOK WITHIN YOU START THE NEXT TIME Powering Off Before turning off the power, check that the hard drive/optical drive access indicator is off. If you turn off the power while accessing a disk there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your notebook shuts down without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.
  • Page 68: User-Installable Features

    Chapter 3 User-Installable Features Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
  • Page 69: Recharging The Batteries

    • BATTERY LIFE WILL VARY BASED ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SETTINGS BATTERY CONDITION AND OTHER CUSTOMER PREFERENCES MAY ALSO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON BATTERY LIFE THE BATTERY AGES • NDER FEDERAL STATE TRASH LEASE TAKE CARE OF OUR ENVIRONMENT AND DISPOSE OF BATTERIES PROPERLY LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY FOR DETAILS REGARDING RECYCLING OR DISPOSING OF OLD BATTERIES CANNOT FIND THIS INFORMATION ELSEWHERE (1-800-838-5487)
  • Page 70 SING HEAVY CURRENT DEVICES OR FREQUENT EXTERNAL OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESSES MAY PREVENT CHARGING COMPLETELY Low Battery State When the battery is running low, a low battery notification message will appear. If you do not respond to the low battery message, the batteries will continue to discharge until they are too low to operate. When this happens, your notebook will go into Standby mode.
  • Page 71: Replacing The Battery

    Shorted Batteries The Status Indicator panel indicator associated with the Battery Level indicator displays the operating level available in that battery. If this display shows a flashing red LED, it means the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage other parts of your LifeBook notebook. Replacing the Battery With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not charged.
  • Page 72 Battery Bay Release Latch Battery Pack Figure 28. Removing a Battery Follow steps 3 through 6 in “Cold Swapping Batteries”. F THE ITHIUM ION BATTERY CONNECTOR IS NOT FULLY SEATED YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO USE YOUR NOTEBOOK OR CHARGE YOUR BATTERY 72 - Lithium ion Battery...
  • Page 73: Secure Digital (Sd) Cards

    SD Card Figure 29. Installing a Secure Digital Card Secure Digital (SD) Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports Secure Digital (SD) 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 don’t need a power source to retain data.
  • Page 74: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    SD Cards are inserted in the SD Card slot. To install an SD Card, follow these steps NSTALLING OR REMOVING AN BOOTUP PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND O NOT INSERT A CARD INTO A SLOT IF THERE IS WATER OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCE ON THE CARD AS YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE CARD See your specific card manual for instructions on the installation of your card.
  • Page 75: Compact Flash (Cf) Cards

    Figure 30. Removing CF Card Slot Plug Compact Flash (CF) Cards Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook supports Compact Flash (CF) cards, which can perform a variety of functions. Some available Compact Flash Cards include: • Memory cards • Fax/data modem cards •...
  • Page 76: Inserting/Removing Compact Flash Cards

    Compact Flash Cards are inserted in the Compact Flash Card slot. To insert a Compact Flash Card, follow these steps: • NSERTING OR REMOVING A BOOTUP PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND • O NOT INSERT A CARD AS YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE CARD See your Compact Flash Card manual for specific instructions on the insertion of your card.
  • Page 77 F THE DIALOG BOX STATES THAT THE DEVICE CANNOT BE REMOVED YOU MUST SAVE ALL OF YOUR OPEN FILES CLOSE ANY OPEN APPLICATIONS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR NOTEBOOK With a fingernail, pull the Compact Flash Card out of the slot using the lip on the bottom of the card. 77 - Compact Flash (CF) Cards...
  • Page 78: Device Ports

    Device Ports Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and the optional Port Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices including: disk drives, keyboards, printers, etc. The following table indicates the ports on the system and/or the port replicator.
  • Page 79 Align the connector with the port opening. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.. OTE THAT IN ORDER FOR THE EPLICATOR MUST BE POWERED USING AN USB connector (behind the cover) Figure 32. Connecting USB to System UE TO ONGOING CHANGES IN DRIVERS ARE GUARANTEED TO WORK PORTS ON THE...
  • Page 80: Headphone Jack

    The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your notebook. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps: Align the connector with the port opening.
  • Page 81 Align the external video cable to the adapter cable. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each side of the connector. ] + [A] RESSING THE DISPLAY VIDEO ACH TIME YOU PRESS THE KEY COMBINATION STARTING WITH THE BUILT MOVING TO BOTH THE BUILT External Monitor/ LAN Adapter Cable External Video Cable...
  • Page 82: Lan (Rj-45) Jack

    Connecting external video to the optional port replicator If connecting directly to the optional port replicator, align the external video cable to the connector on the port replicator (Figure 35). Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each side of the connector. LAN (RJ-45) Jack Note that in order to use the internal LAN device directly with the system, you must first attach the included external video/LAN adapter cable.
  • Page 83: Port Replicator Connector

    Connecting directly to the internal LAN If connecting directly to the system, first connect the external video/LAN adapter cable to the port replicator connector at the front of the system (Figure 36). Align the cable connector with the port replicator connector and push the connector into the port until it is seated.
  • Page 84: Troubleshooting Your Lifebook

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Your LifeBook Troubleshooting There may be occasions when you encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices that can be solved by replacing the device. The information in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward issues and identify failures that require service.
  • Page 85 If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Troubleshooting Table without success, contact your support representative: Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support. Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution: • Product name •...
  • Page 86: Specific Problems

    Using the Troubleshooting Table When you have problems with your LifeBook notebook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a description of common causes for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and what, if anything, you can do to correct the condition under Possible Solutions.
  • Page 87: Problem

    Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers. Remove the headphones. The audio driver may be installed or reinstalled using the Drivers and Applications CD that came with your Fujitsu LifeBook. Refer to your application and operating system documentation for help.
  • Page 88: Port Replicator Problems

    Problem Possible Cause LifeBook notebook fails to DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM is dirty recognize optical discs. or defective. (continued) Port Replicator Problems Notebook does not turn on Port Replicator AC adapter is when installed in the not plugged in. optional Port Replicator Notebook is not properly seated in the Port Replicator.
  • Page 89: Memory Problems

    Problem Possible Cause You have installed an Your operating system is not external keyboard or set up with correct software mouse, and it does not driver for that device. seem to work. (continued) You have connected an Your operating system is not external keyboard or a set up with correct software mouse and it seems to be...
  • Page 90: Power Failures

    Problem Possible Cause You have installed a USB The device may have been device. Your LifeBook installed while an application notebook does not was running, so your note- recognize the device, or book is not aware of its instal- the device does not seem lation.
  • Page 91 Problem Possible Cause Your LifeBook notebook The power management turns off all by itself. parameters are set for auto timeouts which are too short for your operating needs. You are operating on battery power and ignored a low bat- tery alarm until the battery was at the dead battery state and the system has entered Dead Battery Suspend mode.
  • Page 92: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    Problem Possible Cause The battery seems to You are running an applica- discharge too quickly. tion that uses a lot of power (continued) due to frequent hard drive access or optical drive access, or use of a modem, LAN PC card, Wireless LAN, or Bluetooth device.
  • Page 93: Video Problems

    Possible Solutions Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 58.
  • Page 94 Problem Possible Cause The notebook turned on Power On Self Test (POST) with a series of beeps and has detected a failure which the built-in display is blank. does not allow the display to operate. The display goes blank by The notebook has gone into itself after you have been Video timeout, Standby...
  • Page 95: Miscellaneous Problems

    Problem Possible Cause You have connected an Your external monitor is not external monitor and it properly installed. does not display any Your operating system is not information. setup with the correct soft- (continued) ware driver for that device. You have connected an Your external monitor is not external monitor and it compatible with your LifeBook...
  • Page 96: Power On Self Test Messages

    Power On Self Test Messages The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. If an error message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation both on screen and in the manual.
  • Page 97 *Failure Fixed Disk n (where x=1-4) The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. This may mean that the hard drive type identified in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility to check for the hard drive type settings and correct them if necessary.
  • Page 98 *Stuck Key BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative. *Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup.
  • Page 99 *Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used Previous Power On Self Test did not complete successfully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail also.
  • Page 100 *System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected. This means that there is a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your support representative for repairs.
  • Page 101: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    ARE NOT ON THE THE THIRD To re-install drivers and/or applications: Boot up the system and insert the DAR CD after Windows has started. A Fujitsu Installer screen is displayed after the CD is inserted. After reading the License Agreement, click [I agree].
  • Page 102: Restoring The Operating System For Windows Xp Systems

    HE COMPONENTS LISTED ARE COLOR THAT THE COMPONENT CAN BE INSTALLED INSTALLED SEPARATELY CAN BE REINSTALLED COMPONENT IS ALREADY INSTALLED In the list, check off all the components you want to install. If you want to install all components, click [Select All].
  • Page 103 (rather than booting-up from the hard drive or an external floppy disk drive), perform the following steps: Power on your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. press the [Enter] key or click on the left mouse or touchpad button; the TrustedCore Menu will appear.
  • Page 104: Restoring The Operating System For Windows Vista Systems

    Determining whether Recovery and Utility is pre-loaded Turn on or reboot your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears, press [F12] key. From the Boot Menu that appears, check whether the option is present. If it is not present, it means that the utility must be used from the disc.
  • Page 105 (rather than booting-up from the hard drive or an external floppy disk drive), perform the following steps: Power on your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. press the [Enter] key or click on the left mouse or touchpad button; the TrustedCore Menu will appear.
  • Page 106 If “Optical Media Drive”, “CD-ROM Drive”, or “CD/DVD Drive” is not at the top of the list, arrow down to the drive in the list, and press the [OK] button. After you have changed the boot priority, you can restore a backup image when booting up. Procedure for using Recovery and Utility disc Turn on the power to your system.
  • Page 107: 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 system. The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the icons to find the correct one).
  • Page 108: Care And Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance Caring for your LifeBook Notebook If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices. • •...
  • Page 109 • Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case. • Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely. • Keep it away from food and beverages. • 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.
  • Page 110: Cleaning Your Lifebook Notebook

    • Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.) • Clean your LifeBook notebook with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents. • Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners. •...
  • Page 111: Storing Your Lifebook Notebook

    In addition, a faulty battery might damage your LifeBook. • Store your Fujitsu LifeBook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF (-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC). Traveling with your LifeBook notebook •...
  • Page 112 experience system software problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems. • 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 drive if needed. Never put your hard drive through a metal detector.
  • Page 113: Batteries

    Caring for your Batteries • Always handle batteries carefully. • Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects.
  • Page 114: Media Care

    Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R) If you have an optional external optical drive connected to your system, be sure to handle the media discs carefully. Media discs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care. • Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use. •...
  • Page 115 • Avoid using or storing the drive where it is damp 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. •...
  • Page 116: System Specifications

    Chapter 6 System Specifications Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Configuration Label The configuration label located on the bottom of your notebook contains specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen for your notebook.
  • Page 117: Microprocessor

    Intel® A110 processor (Refer to the system label to determine the speed of your processor). Chipset • Intel 945GU Express • Intel ICH7-U Controller Hub Memory System Memory • DDR2-400 MHz SDRAM dual-channel memory module. • Total of 1 GB pre-installed. No DIMM slots for expansion. Cache Memory 512 KB L2 cache on-die Video...
  • Page 118: Audio

    Video RAM Intel® 945GU Express with Intel® ICH7U I/O Controller Hub. Up to 224 MB shared video memory Audio • Audio Realtek Codec ALC262 with High Definition (HD) audio. • Headphones: Stereo headphone jack, 3.5 mm, 400mV • Microphone: Stereo microphone jack, 3.5 mm, 100 mV Ohms •...
  • Page 119: Device Ports

    Trusted Platform Module The LifeBook U810 has a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) installed for added system security. Programmable LifeBook Application/Tablet PC Buttons Button Button Function Application A Application B Function Scroll Down Scroll Up Figure 38. Application Launcher Defaults Device Ports On the LifeBook notebook: •...
  • Page 120: Keyboard

    On the Optional Port Replicator: • One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor • Four USB 2.0 connectors for input/output devices • One LAN (RJ-45) connector • One DC-in connector Keyboard Built-in keyboard • Total number of keys: 56 •...
  • Page 121: Dimensions And Weight

    Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing. Non-operating: 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing Altitude Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum Popular Accessories For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-800-FUJITSU. 121 - Specifications...
  • Page 122: Pre-Installed Software

    • Microsoft Tablet PC Experience Pack (Windows Tablet PC only) • OmniPass Fingerprint application (located in “3rd Party Software” folder on Desktop) • Fujitsu Driver Update utility • Microsoft Works with Office 2007 Student and Home Trial Edition (Windows Vista Home Premium only) •...
  • Page 123 “3rd Party Software” folder on your desktop. Fujitsu Driver Update Utility The Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility is pre-installed on your system. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. See “Automatically Downloading Driver Updates”...
  • Page 124 Microsoft Works with Office 2007 Student and Home Trial Edition (Windows Vista Home Premium only) Microsoft Works 9.0 is a software suite containing the basic tools to write letters and reports, track family and friends with address books, manage home finances, and create a home inventory. Microsoft Origami for Vista (Windows Vista only) Origami contains three applications: Origami Experience helps you easily access your programs and music/photo/video files.
  • Page 125: Glossary

    Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. Access point Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and wired network traffic. ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface 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 126 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 default parameters stored in ROM which tests and operates your LifeBook notebook when you turn it on until it loads your installed operating system from disk.
  • Page 127 CardBus A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture. CD-ROM Compact disk read only memory. This is a form of digital data storage which is read optically with a laser rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can contain about 600MB of data and is not subject to heads crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear from reading.
  • Page 128 Default Value A pre-programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A protocol used to automatically acquire parameters required for the communication, such as IP address. The sender of IP address is called a DHCP server, and the receiver is called a DHCP client.
  • Page 129 Domain Name System. A function to control the association between the IP address and the name assigned to the computer. If you do not know the IP address but if you know the computer name, you can still communicate to that computer. Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk Operating System).
  • Page 130 Electrostatic Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity from 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 from brushing hair on a dry day. Federal Communication Commission. Gigabyte.
  • Page 131 IEEE802.11b Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. 802.11b devices operate in the 2.4 GHz ISM band. IEEE802.11g Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11g devices operate in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.
  • Page 132 Class C - supports 254 hosts on each of 2 million networks The number of unassigned Internet addresses is running out, so a new classless scheme called CIDR is gradually replacing the system based on classes A, B, and C and is tied to adoption of IPv6. An abbreviation for infrared.
  • Page 133 MAC Address Media Access Control Address. A unique physical address of a network card. For Ethernet, the first three bytes are used as the vendor code, controlled and assigned by IEEE. The remaining three bytes are controlled by each vendor (preventing overlap), therefore, every Ethernet card is given a unique physical address in the world, being assigned with a different address from other cards.
  • Page 134 Maximum Transmission Unit The maximum data size that can be transferred at a time through the Internet or other networks. You can set a smaller MTU size to obtain successful communication, if you have difficulty transferring data due to the fact that the maximum size is too large. Network key Data that is used for encrypting data in data communication.
  • Page 135 Partition A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside and made to appear to the operating system as if it were a separate disk, and addressed by the operating system accordingly. Peripheral Device A piece of equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a computer.
  • Page 136 Protocol Procedures and rules use to send and receive data between computers. - Method of sending and receiving data - Process used to handle communication errors Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information. Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LifeBook notebook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
  • Page 137 SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory. Serial Port A connection to another device through which data is transferred one bit at a time on a single wire with any other wires only for control of the device not for transfer of data. Shared key authentication 802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP.
  • Page 138 Subnet mask TCP-IP network is controlled by being divided into multiple smaller networks (subnets). IP address consists of the subnet address and the address of each computer. Subnet mask defines how many bits of IP address comprise the subnet address. The same value shall be set among computers communicating with each other.
  • Page 139 Universal Serial Bus. Standard that allows you to simultaneously connect up to 127 USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, printers, and keyboards to your computer. 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.
  • Page 140: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Notice Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for class B digital devices, pursuant to parts 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 141: Appendix A: Wlan User's Guide

    Appendix A: WLAN User’s Guide FCC Regulatory Information Please note the following regulatory information related to the optional wireless LAN device. Regulatory Notes and Statements Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions, however, are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices such as mobile phones.
  • Page 142 cables and equipment other than those specified by the manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failure to comply with these guidelines.
  • Page 143: Canadian Notice

    003 B / NMB 003 B. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corp. may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
  • Page 144: Before Using The Optional Wireless Lan

    Before Using the Optional Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly set up and configure the optional integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before using the WLAN device, read this manual carefully to ensure it's correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 145: Wireless Lan Modes Using This Device

    Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device Ad Hoc Mode "Ad Hoc Mode" refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access Point(s). Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. That is why Ad Hoc networks are also known as peer-to-peer networks.
  • Page 146 Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode Infrastructure mode refers to a wireless network architecture in which devices communicate with wireless or wired network devices by communicating through an Access Point. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices can communicate with each other or with a wired network. Corporate wireless networks operate in infrastructure mode because they require access to the WLAN in order to access services, devices, and computers (e.g., file servers, printers, databases).
  • Page 147: Deactivating/Disconnecting The Wlan Device

    How to Handle This Device The WLAN device is a device that 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. •...
  • Page 148: Deactivation Using The Wireless On/Off Switch

    The WLAN device can be deacti- vated quickly and efficiently by toggling the Wireless LAN/Blue- tooth On/Off Switch to the Off position. The switch has no effect on non-Wireless LAN models. The switch is located on the left side of the system (Figure 41) Disconnection Using the Icon in the Taskbar Note that disconnecting via the icon in the system tray does not turn off the radio;...
  • Page 149: Configuring The Wireless Lan

    Configuring the Wireless LAN The optional 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 in this software. Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with your network administrator for these parameters: Configuring the WLAN Using Windows Vista Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.
  • Page 150: Configuring The Wlan Using Windows Xp

    Procedure Click the Start button, then select Control Panel. If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, select Classic View from the left panel. Double-click the Network Connections icon. Select “New Connection” wizard. Click the [Next] button. Select “Connect to the Internet”, then click [Next]. Depending upon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection.
  • Page 151: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. If you are unfamiliar with the steps required, consult your System Administrator or go to [Start] -> Help and Support -> Networking and the Web Problem Possible Cause Unavailable...
  • Page 152 Problem Possible Cause Unavailable The computer to network be connected is connection turned off (continued) RF interference from Access Points or other wireless networks Wireless network authentication has failed Incorrectly configured network settings Incorrect IP address configuration 152 Troubleshooting the WLAN Possible Solution Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON.
  • Page 153: Wlan Specifications

    WLAN Specifications Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Typical operating distances** Number of channels Security Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (during ad hoc connection) * “Wi-Fi based” indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed.
  • Page 154: Using The Bluetooth Device

    Using the Bluetooth Device The Integrated Bluetooth module (EYTF3CSFT) is an optional device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. What is Bluetooth Bluetooth technology is designed as a short-range wireless link between mobile devices, such as laptop computers, phones, printers, and cameras. Bluetooth technology is used to create Personal Area Networks (PANs) between devices in short-range of each other.
  • Page 155 Users are not authorized to modify this product. Any modifications invalidate the warranty. This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any way without signed written permission from Fujitsu. Unauthorized modification will void the equipment authorization from the FCC and Industry Canada and the warranty.
  • Page 156: Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device

    Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device Your system has a fingerprint sensor device at the bottom right of the display screen. With a fingerprint sensor, you can avoid having to enter a username and password every time you want to: •...
  • Page 157: Getting Started

    sensor for the system recognize you. The fingerprint sensor uses Softex OmniPass which provides password management capabilities to Microsoft Windows operating systems. OmniPass enables you to use a "master password" for all Windows, applications, and on-line passwords. OmniPass requires users to authenticate themselves using the fingerprint sensor before granting access to the Windows desktop.
  • Page 158 Installing the OmniPass Application To install OmniPass, go to the “3rd Party Software” folder on your desktop. Double-click the OmniPass Installation icon and follow the instructions to install the application. Verifying Information about OmniPass After you have completed installing OmniPass and restarted your system, you may wish to check the version of OmniPass on your system.
  • Page 159: User Enrollment

    Double-click Add/Remove Programs. Select OmniPass, and then click Change/Remove. Follow the directions to uninstall the OmniPass application. Once OmniPass has finished uninstalling, reboot your system when prompted. User Enrollment Before you can use any OmniPass features you must first enroll a user into OmniPass. Master Password Concept Computer resources are often protected with passwords.
  • Page 160 HE ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE ASSUMES YOU HAVE NO HARDWARE AUTHENTICATION DEVICES OR ALTERNATE STORAGE LOCATIONS THAT YOU WISH TO INTEGRATE WITH SUCH FUNCTIONALITY Basic Enrollment The Enrollment Wizard will guide you through the process of enrolling a user. Unless you specified otherwise, after OmniPass installation the Enrollment Wizard will launch on Windows login.
  • Page 161 Enrolling a Fingerprint Enrolling a fingerprint will increase the security of your system and streamline the authentication procedure. You enroll fingerprints in the OmniPass Control Center. With an OmniPass user logged in, double-click the system tray OmniPass icon. Select the User Settings tab and click Enrollment under the User Settings area.
  • Page 162: Using Omnipass

    Using OmniPass You are now ready to begin using OmniPass. Used regularly, OmniPass will streamline your authentications. Password Replacement You will often use the password replacement function. When you go to a restricted access website (e.g., your bank, your web-based email, online auction or payment sites), you are always prompted to enter your login credentials.
  • Page 163 Remembering a Password OmniPass can remember any application, GUI, or password protected resource that has a password prompt. Using the following procedure, you can store a set of credentials into OmniPass. These credentials will then be linked to your “master password” or fingerprint. Go to a site that requires a login (username and password), but do not log in yet.
  • Page 164 not prompt for authentication. Check the upper box to get this setting, and each time you navigate to this site OmniPass will log you into the site without prompting you to authenticate HIS SETTING IS MORE CONVENIENT IN THAT WHENEVER YOU GO TO A SITE REMEMBERED WITH THIS SETTING YOU WILL BYPASS ANY AUTHENTICATION PROCEDURE AND GAIN INSTANT ACCESS TO THE SITE...
  • Page 165 Logging into Windows with a Fingerprint Device When logging into Windows with a fingerprint device, the fingerprint capture window will now appear next to the 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 can be used to log back in as stated above.
  • Page 166 directly logs you into the remembered site. OmniPass will overwrite an old set of credentials for a website if you attempt to use Remember Password on an already remembered site. The exception to the above rule is when resetting the Windows password. If your password is reset in Windows, the next time you login to Windows, OmniPass will detect the password change and prompt you to “Update”...
  • Page 167: Configuring Omnipass

    To set the default identity, highlight the identity you want as default and click [Set as Default]; click [Apply] to ensure the settings are saved. If you log in to OmniPass with a fingerprint device, you will automatically be logged in to the default identity for that OmniPass user. You can choose the identity with which you are logging in if you login using "master password".
  • Page 168 process backs up all remembered sites, credentials, and enrolled fingerprints for an OmniPass user. All OmniPass data for a user is backed up to a single encrypted database file. During the import process, the Windows login of the exported user is required. If the proper credentials cannot be supplied, the user profile will not be imported •...
  • Page 169: Omnipass Control Center

    will need User Name, Password, and Domain. If you don’t remember the value for Domain, in a PC or SOHO environment Domain should be your computer name. OmniPass will notify you if the user was successfully imported. Things to Know Regarding Import/Export •...
  • Page 170 double-click the Softex OmniPass icon. User Management The User Management tab has two major interfaces: Add/Remove User and Import/Export User. Import/Export User functionality is documented in “Exporting and Importing Users” on page 167. Add/Remove User functionality is straightforward. If you click Adds a new user to OmniPass you will start the OmniPass Enrollment Wizard. The Enrollment Wizard is documented in “User Enrollment”...
  • Page 171: Troubleshooting

    System Settings The OmniPass Startup Options interface can be found in the System Settings tab. With these options you can specify how your OmniPass Logon is tied to your Windows Logon. The first option, Automatically log on to OmniPass as the current user, will do just as it says; during Windows login, you will be logged on to OmniPass using your Windows login credentials.
  • Page 172 Cannot add a User with a Blank Password to OmniPass If you experience difficulties adding a user with a blank password to OmniPass, you may need to adjust your local security settings. First attempt the procedure explained in the Cannot add Windows user to OmniPass section.
  • Page 173: Index

    Index About This Guide adapter plug adapters Air Vents Application Buttons 1 and 2 Auto/Airline Adapter Automatically Downloading Driver Updates Battery care cold-swapping conserving power dead faulty hot-swapping increasing life lithium ion battery problems recharging replacing shorted Standby mode Battery Latch BIOS guide setup utility...
  • Page 174 OmniPass authentication toolbar password replacement remembering a password uninstalling OmniPass user enrollment using OmniPass Fujitsu Contact Information Fujitsu Driver Update utility Fujitsu LifeBook cleaning storing traveling Fujitsu Shopping Online Fujitsu Zoom Utility Function Button Function Key...
  • Page 175 LAN Jack Left Button LifeBook Application/Tablet Buttons LifeBook Application/Tablet PC Buttons Lithium ion Battery Local Area Network (LAN) Media Care Microphone Jack Microsoft Works 20, 83 Port Replicator Power AC adapter Auto/Airline adapter failure management problems sources Power Management Power On Self Test Pre-Installed Software Adobe Acrobat Reader ArcSoft WebCam Companion...
  • Page 176 Status Indicator Panel Battery Charge/DC-In Indicator Battery Level Indicator CapsLock Hard Disk Drive access indicator Hard Drive Access Indicator NumLk Power Indicator ScrLk Suspend/ Resume button Tablet Configuration Touch Screen calibrating clicking Double-Clicking dragging right-clicking using Troubleshooting audio hard disk drive mouse optical drive Port Replicator...

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