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  • Page 1 System Operating Manual FUJITSU LIFEBOOK A3511...
  • Page 2 Internet at: "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/" You can find driver updates at: "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/download" Should you have any technical questions, please contact: • our Hotline/Service Desk ("http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/contact/servicedesk") • Your sales partner • Your sales office We hope you enjoy working with your new Fujitsu system!
  • Page 4 Issued by / EU importer Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH Mies-van-der-Rohe-Straße 8 80807 Munich, Germany "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/" Copyright © Fujitsu Client Computing Limited 2021. All rights reserved. Publication Date 10/2021 Edition 1...
  • Page 5 FUJITSU LIFEBOOK A3511 Operating Manual Innovative technology Ports and controls Important notes First-time setup of your device Working with the notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Removing and installing components during servicing Settings in BIOS Setup Utility Troubleshooting and tips Technical data Manufacturer’s notes...
  • Page 6 Information on the product description meets the design specifications of Fujitsu and is provided for comparison purposes. Several factors may cause the actual results to differ. Technical data is subject to change without prior notification. Fujitsu rejects any responsibility with regard to technical or editorial mistakes or omissions.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Inserting the memory card ............37 Fujitsu...
  • Page 8 Technical data ............... . . 63 Fujitsu...
  • Page 9 Index ................. . 66 Fujitsu...
  • Page 10 Contents Fujitsu...

  • Page 11: Innovative Technology

    The Windows drivers for your device can be found on our Internet site. The factory installation of your device does not support any other operating system. Fujitsu Technology Solutions accepts no liability whatsoever if any other operating system is used.

  • Page 12: Notational Conventions

    "Safety information" • cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more information, go to "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/" • Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations for other materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety/Regulations" manual indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g:...

  • Page 13: Ports And Controls

    Front 1 = Microphone 6 = ON/OFF switch 2 = Camera 7 = Touchpad 3 = Camera LED 8 = Touchpad buttons 4 = Keyboard 9 = Status indicators 5 = Loudspeakers 10 = LCD screen Fujitsu...
  • Page 14 (USB type-A, Anytime USB charge) Right-hand side 1 = Headset port 4 = Optical drive eject button 2 = USB port 3.2 Gen1 (USB type-A) 5 = Opening for manual emergency removal 3 = Optical drive (optional) 6 = Security Lock device Fujitsu...
  • Page 15 Ports and controls Underside 1 = Service cover 2 = Reset button Fujitsu...

  • Page 16: Important Notes

    If you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area, please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk. Opening angle of the LCD screen Please open the LCD screen carefully until you feel resistance. Do not try to open it further with force! Fujitsu...

  • Page 17: Additional Safety Notes For Devices With Wireless Components

    You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery. Energy efficiency is increased and the environmental impact is reduced. You save money while protecting the environment. Energy saving under Windows ► Make use of the power management features (see ""Using the power-management features", Page 36"). Fujitsu...

  • Page 18: Travelling With Your Notebook

    ► Unplug the mains adapter and all external devices from the power socket. ► Disconnect the mains adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices. ► Close the LCD screen. ► To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your notebook. Fujitsu...

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Notebook

    ► Remove the battery (see Chapter "Removing and installing the battery", Page 30). ► Allow the notebook to dry for at least 24 hours. ► If the notebook cannot be switched on after reconnecting the power adapter, please contact our Hotline/Service desk. Fujitsu...

  • Page 20: First-Time Setup Of Your Device

    ► Unpack all the individual parts. Packaging Transport ► Check your device for any visible damage which may have occurred during transportation. You may need the packaging in the future, if you need to transport your device. Fujitsu...

  • Page 21: Selecting A Location

    ► Connect the power cable (1) to the power adapter provided for the device, see chapter "Technical data", Page ► Plug the mains cable (2) into a mains outlet. ► Connect the mains adapter cable (3) to the DC jack (DC IN) of the device. Fujitsu...

  • Page 22: Switching On The Device For The First Time

    If a Windows operating system is installed on your device, you will find more information on the system and drivers, help programmes, updates, manuals etc. on the device or on the Internet at "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/". You can find information and help on the Windows operating system functions on the Internet at "http://windows.microsoft.com".

  • Page 23: Working With The Notebook

    Please refer to the notes in "Important notes", Page Status indicators Statusindicators The status indicators provide information about the status of the power supply, the drives and the keyboard functions. Fujitsu...
  • Page 24 The indicator is lit: The Caps Lock key has been pressed. All the characters you type will appear in upper case. In the case of overlay keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key will appear when that key is pressed. Fujitsu...

  • Page 25: Switching On The Notebook

    Back up your data and close all applications before you switch off your device. Otherwise data might be lost. ► Shut down the operating system correctly. Notebook ► If the notebook does not switch itself off automatically, press the ON/OFF button for about 5-10 seconds. ► Close the LCD screen. Fujitsu...

  • Page 26: Keyboard

    The figure below shows how to access the different characters on keys with overlaid functions. The example applies when the Caps Lock key has not been activated. The illustrations shown below may differ from your actual device. Alt Gr Fujitsu...
  • Page 27 The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down, left, or right. Cursor keys Cursor control Windows key The Windows key switches between the start screen and the last used application. Windowskey Menu key The Menu key opens the menu for the active application. Fujitsu...

  • Page 28: Separate Number Block

    This key combination switches your notebook’s loudspeakers off and on. Fn+F2 Loudspeakers Loudspeakers Decrease volume This key combination reduces the volume of the internal loudspeakers. Fn+F3 Volume Increase volume This key combination increases the volume of the internal loudspeakers. Fn+F4 Volume Fujitsu...
  • Page 29 Use this key combination to switch between several open applications. Alt+Tab Windows security/Task-Manager This key combination opens the Windows security/Task-Manager Ctrl window. Ctrl+Alt+Del Back tab This key combination moves the cursor back to the previous tab stop. Shift+Tab Backtab Fujitsu...

  • Page 30: Country And Keyboard Settings

    You can use a key combination to disable the touchpad, to avoid accidentally moving the pointer on the screen (see also "Key combinations", Page 24). Moving the pointer ► Move your finger on the touchpad. Touchpad  The pointer will move. Fujitsu...

  • Page 31: Selecting An Item

    ► Press and hold the left button and, with your finger on the touchpad, drag the item to the desired position.  The item will be moved. Switching the Touchpad on and off You can switch the touchpad on and off using the keyboard, see "Key combinations", Page Fujitsu...

  • Page 32: Lcd Screen

    LCDscreen Notes High-quality LCD screens (TFT) are installed in Fujitsu notebooks. For technical reasons, these screens are manufactured for a particular resolution. An optimum and sharp image can only be ensured with the resolution intended for the particular screen. A screen resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear image.

  • Page 33: Camera

    The camera automatically adjusts itself to the current light level. For this reason the LCD display may flicker while the light level is adjusted. Further information on use of the camera and additional settings can be found in the Help function of the program which uses the camera. Fujitsu...

  • Page 34: Rechargeable Battery

    Removing and installing the battery Only use batteries approved by Fujitsu for your notebook. Never use force when fitting or removing a battery. Make sure that no foreign bodies get into the battery connections.
  • Page 35 ► Turn the device over and place it on a stable, flat and clean surface. If necessary, place an anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the device from being scratched. ► Remove the screw (1). Keep the screw in a safe place. ► Lift the service door off the notebook (2). Fujitsu...
  • Page 36 Working with the notebook ► Slide the release button in the arrow direction (3). ► Remove the battery from the battery compartment (4). Fujitsu...
  • Page 37 ► Put the service cover in its installation position, following the arrow direction (3). ► Use the screw (4) to fasten the service cover in place. ► Turn the notebook the right way up again and place it on a flat surface. ► Reconnect the previously disconnected cables. Fujitsu...

  • Page 38: Optical Drive (Optional)

    If the CD/DVD indicator does not go out after a data carrier has been inserted, but instead continues to flash, this means that the drive cannot access the data carrier. Either the data carrier is damaged or dirty or you are using a data carrier that the drive cannot read. Fujitsu...

  • Page 39: Inserting Or Removing A Data Carrier

    ► Switch your notebook off. ► Push a pen or a piece of wire (such as a paperclip) firmly into the opening (1).  The drive tray is ejected. You can now pull the drive tray (2) out of the drive. Fujitsu...

  • Page 40: Using The Power-Management Features

    ► In the menu Advanced - Miscellaneous Configurations select the Fan Control function. ► Choose the setting Normal or Silent. Instructions for how to call up and operate the BIOS-Setup-Utility can be found in chapter "Settings in BIOS Setup Utility", Page Fujitsu...

  • Page 41: Memory Cards

    Removing the memory card Memorycard To avoid any loss of data, always follow the correct procedure for removing the card (see the documentation for your operating system). ► Pull the memory card out of the slot. Fujitsu...

  • Page 42: Loudspeakers And Microphones

    Information on connecting headphones and a microphone can be found "Connecting external devices", Page Wireless LAN/Bluetooth wireless components The installation of wireless components not approved by Fujitsu will invalidate the certifications issued for this device. Switching the wireless components on and off ►...

  • Page 43: Ethernet And Lan

    Your network administrator can help you to configure and use the LAN connections. The network cable is not included in the delivery scope. This type of cable can be obtained from a specialist dealer. Use a shielded network cable (CAT 5e). Fujitsu...

  • Page 44: Security Functions

    Kensington Lock Cable, a sturdy steel cable, to help protect your notebook from theft. The Kensington Lock Cable is available as an accessory. Fujitsu recommends the use of a combination lock. ► Fit the Kensington Lock Cable to the mechanism on your notebook.

  • Page 45: Configuring Password Protection In Bios Setup Utility

    The notebook is then rebooted and the new password comes into effect. It will now be necessary to first enter your supervisor or user password in order to open the BIOS Setup Utility. Please note that the user password only provides access to a few of the BIOS settings. Fujitsu...

  • Page 46: Password Protection For Booting Of The Operating System

    ► Select the Disabled option and press the Enter key.  If you do not want to change any other settings, you can exit BIOS Setup Utility. ► Select the Save Changes & Exit option under Exit.  The notebook will reboot. The system is no longer password-protected. Fujitsu...

  • Page 47: Password Protection For The Hard Disk

    If a supervisor password has been assigned, a password for the hard disk can also be set in the Hard Disk Security menu. The hard disk is protected by this password. Data on this hard disk can only be read into another system if the correct password has been entered. Fujitsu...

  • Page 48: Connecting External Devices

    You can also use a key combination to switch back and forth between the external monitor and the notebook’s LCD screen, see chapter "Key combinations", Page You can display the same picture on the external monitor and the notebook LCD screen simultaneously. Fujitsu...

  • Page 49: Connecting Usb Devices

    Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices. ► Connect the data cable to the external device. ► Connect the data cable to a USB port of the notebook. Device drivers USB devices will be automatically recognised and installed by your operating system. Fujitsu...

  • Page 50: Usb Connection With Charging Function (Usb Type-C)

    With the Port Replicator available as an accessory, the notebook can be supplied with power via the USB port. ► Connect the data cable to the external device. ► Connect the data cable to a USB port (USB Type-C) of the notebook. Fujitsu...

  • Page 51: Usb Port With Charging Function (Anytime Usb Charge)

    ► Left click on the icon to safely remove hardware, located in the taskbar. ► Select the device which you want to shut down and remove. ► Press the Enter key.  Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the device. Fujitsu...

  • Page 52: Headset Port

    If you buy a cable from a retailer, please note the following information: The headset port on your notebook is a "3.5 mm jack socket". If you want to connect a headset, headphones or loudspeakers, you will need a "3.5 mm jack plug". Fujitsu...

  • Page 53: Removing And Installing Components During Servicing

    Components After consulting the Hotline/Service desk, you may remove and install the components described in the separate manual "LIFEBOOK A3511 System Upgrades and Repairs" yourself. Please note that some pages in that manual are marked "Service Partner only"; this means that you must not remove those components yourself. The instruction manual can be found at: "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/download".

  • Page 54: Settings In Bios Setup Utility

    ► Press the function key ► If a password has been assigned, enter the password and press the Enter key. If you have forgotten the password, contact your system administrator or contact our customer service centre. The BIOS Setup Utility starts. Fujitsu...

  • Page 55: Operating The Bios Setup Utility

    ► Select the option that you want to change with the cursor keys ↑ ↓ ► Press the Enter key. ► Press the key to exit the selected menu. ► For future reference, make a note of the changes you have made (e.g. in this manual). Fujitsu...

  • Page 56: Exiting Bios Setup Utility

    ► If you want to exit BIOS Setup Utility with these settings, choose Exit Saving Changes and Yes. Save Changes and Power Off ► To save the changes and switch off your device, select Save Changes and Power Off and Yes.  The changes are saved. Your device is shut down. Fujitsu...

  • Page 57: Erase Disk

    Settings in BIOS Setup Utility Erase Disk Erase Disk is a solution that is integrated into the firmware of the FUJITSU Computer (UEFI: Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), to delete all the data from a hard disk or solid state drive (SSD).
  • Page 58 • Reset administrator and user password • Load BIOS setup defaults • Shutdown the Computer • Exit Erase Disk with no additional options upon completion ► Select the function which you require.  The deletion process starts. Fujitsu...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting And Tips

    PC if you are running processor-intensive gaming software, e.g. games with intensive 3D graphics. Updating your hardware with drivers which have not been approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may result in performance losses, data losses or malfunction of the equipment. A list of approved drivers and current BIOS versions can be downloaded from: "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/Download/Index.asp"...

  • Page 60: Executing A Reset

    ► Contact the Service Desk responsible for your country for clarification of the problem: "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/contact/servicedesk". When you do this, please have ready the ID number and serial number of your system.

  • Page 61: Restore Contents Of The Hard Disk From Recovery Cd/Dvd

    ► With the BIOS-Setup-Utility, you can set the date and time in the main menu. If the time and date are still set incorrectly after ► Please contact your sales outlet or our switching on the notebook. Hotline/Service Desk. Fujitsu...

  • Page 62: The Notebook's Lcd Screen Remains Blank

    ► Check whether the data cable is properly connected to the notebook and the external monitor (if it is plugged in with a connector). ► Switch on the external monitor and the notebook. Fujitsu...

  • Page 63: The External Monitor Is Blank Or The Image Is Unstable

    ► Charge the battery. ► Insert a charged battery. ► Connect the mains adapter to the notebook. The power adapter is not connected correctly. ► Check whether the mains adapter is connected correctly to the notebook. ► Switch the notebook on. Fujitsu...

  • Page 64: The Notebook Stops Working

    The wireless component is enabled. Despite ► Check whether the wireless connection is this, the wireless connection to a network does switched on via the software. not work. ► Further information on using the wireless component can be found in the help files. Fujitsu...

  • Page 65: Error Messages On The Screen

    Press to resume, to SETUP ► Press the function key to start the operating system. This error message appears if an error occurs ► Press the function key to access the during the self-test before starting the operating BIOS Setup. system. Fujitsu...
  • Page 66 ► Contact your sales outlet or our customer service centre. System cache error - Cache disabled ► Contact your sales outlet or our customer service centre. System timer error ► Contact your sales outlet or our customer service centre. Fujitsu...

  • Page 67: Technical Data

    14.21 inches x 9.61 inches x 0.94 inches Weight (including battery) approx. 1.95 kg / 4.30 lbs Rechargeable battery You can find information on the batteries used in your device on the Internet at "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/". 3-cell battery Rated voltage 10.8 V Rated capacity...

  • Page 68: Mains Adapter, 65 W

    Rated voltage 100 V to 240 V (automatic) Rated frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic) Secondary Rated voltage 19 V Max. rated current 3.42 A An additional mains adapter or power cable can be ordered at any time. Fujitsu...

  • Page 69: Manufacturer's Notes

    If the battery is not replaceable by the user, have it replaced and disposed of by an authorized service provider. Information about this subject can be found on your notebook or on our website: "https://www.fujitsu.com/emeia/about/local/csr/recycling/" Other certification markings Certification markings Any other certification markings are listed in the "Manual Appendix -...

  • Page 70: Index

    Charging capacity, battery 30 Cleaning 15 Getting started 16 Components installing / removing 49 Configuration, BIOS Setup Utility 50 Handling Connecting audio devices 48 data carriers 34 Connecting headphones 48 Hard disk: Ctrl+Alt+Del 25 restoring the contents 57 Cursor control 23 Fujitsu...
  • Page 71 Preparing for operation 17 inserting 37 Printer does not print 60 removing 37 Microphone 38 Mobile operation 14 Rechargeable battery 30 Monitor see Battery 30 connecting 44 Removing drifting display 59 a data carrier 35 remains blank 58 Return 23 Fujitsu...
  • Page 72 Wireless LAN The wireless connection to a network Switching the module off 38 does not work 60 Switching the module on 38 Time not correct 57 Wireless LAN: Tips 55 safety notes 13 Toggle output screen 25 Touchpad 25–26 Fujitsu...

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