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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Learn how to use your Fujitsu LifeBook N7010 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 2009 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 This product requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only a UL Listed I.T.E. AC Adapter with an output rating of 19V DC, with a current of 5.27A (100W). 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: Recycling Your Battery

    * To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at www.shopfujitsu.com in the US or www.fujitsu.ca/products/notebooks in Canada. ** 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 ........8...
  • Page 7 Using the LifeBook Support Button ......39 Opening the Fujitsu Support Center with the Support Button ..39 Launching Applications with the Support Button .
  • Page 8 Fujitsu Driver Update Utility ........52...
  • Page 9 Using ExpressCards™ ......... 67 Installing ExpressCards .
  • Page 10 Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance Caring for your LifeBook Notebook ......104 Cleaning your LifeBook notebook .
  • Page 11 Glossary/Regulatory Glossary ........... . . 123 Regulatory Information .
  • Page 12: Preface

    Keyboard and on-screen keys appear in brackets. Example: [Fn], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL]. Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text. For example: (“See Installation Procedure on page 43”.) On screen menu items appear in bold. Example: “Click Fujitsu Menu, and select your choice”.
  • Page 13: Fujitsu Contact Information

    OR YOUR FILES LEASE READ ALL WARNING INFORMATION CAREFULLY 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 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: •...
  • Page 14 If the FDU icon does not appear in the system tray, it can be started by going to [Start] > All Programs, and clicking on Fujitsu Driver Update; this will create the icon automatically.
  • Page 15: Getting To Know Your Lifebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook N7010 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 N7010 notebook...
  • Page 16: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    Locating the Controls and Connectors Display Panel Latch Digital Microphone* Web camera* Stereo Speaker Touch Zone Display Panel Status Indicator Panel Touchpad Pointing Device (gesture-enabled) Stereo Speaker Support Button Power/Suspend/ Resume Button Status Indicator Panel Fingerprint Recognition*/ Scrolling Sensor Keyboard Memory Stick/SD Card Slot * Optional device;...
  • Page 17: Top And Front Components

    Top and Front Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top and front components. Display Panel Latch The display panel latch locks and releases the display panel. Display Panel The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. Stereo Speakers The built-in boxless dual speakers provide stereo sound.
  • Page 18 Keyboard A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys and 10-key keypad. See “Using the Keyboard” on page 24. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch The Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch turns the wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices on and off. See “Appendix A: WLAN User’s Guide” on page 144. Fingerprint Recognition/Scrolling Sensor The optional fingerprint recognition sensor allows you to increase the security of your system by having it "recognize"...
  • Page 19: Left-Side Panel Components

    Optical Drive Eject Button Optical Drive Figure 3. LifeBook notebook left-side panel Left-Side Panel Components Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components. Optical Drive One of several different drives can be installed depending upon the configuration of your system. See “Optical Drive”...
  • Page 20: Right-Side Panel Components

    ExpressCard Slot Microphone Jack IEEE 1394 Port USB Ports eSATA Port ExpressCard Eject Button Headphone Jack USB Ports DC Power Jack Figure 4. LifeBook notebook right-side panel Right-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components. ExpressCard Slot The ExpressCard Slot allows you to insert an ExpressCard.
  • Page 21 The four USB ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices. See “Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Ports” on page 79.. ExpressCard Eject Button The ExpressCard eject button is used to eject an ExpressCard from the ExpressCard slot. See “Using ExpressCards™”...
  • Page 22: Back Panel Components

    LAN (RJ-45) Jack HDMI Port Air Vents External Video Port Anti-Theft Lock Slot Air Vents Figure 5. LifeBook notebook back panel Back Panel Components Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s back panel components. LAN Port The LAN port is designed to accept a Local Area Network (LAN) RJ-45 jack. See “LAN Jack” on page 78.
  • Page 23 Air Flow Vents The air flow vents assist in proper cooling of the system. O PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE BE SURE TO KEEP ALL AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED CLEAN AND CLEAR OF DEBRIS HIS MAY REQUIRE PERIODIC 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...
  • Page 24: Bottom Components

    Air Vents (multiple locations) Memory Upgrade Compartment Lithium ion Battery Bay Dust Filter Figure 6. LifeBook notebook bottom panel Bottom Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components. Memory Compartment Cover Your LifeBook notebook comes with high speed DDR2-667 PC5300 SO-DIMM memory. The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your LifeBook notebook, thus improving overall performance.
  • Page 25 Dust Filter The dust filter is used to help prevent dust and dirt from entering your system. See “Cleaning the dust filter” on page 107. Lithium ion Battery Bay The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion battery.
  • Page 26: Status Indicator Panel

    Battery Status ScrLock NumLock Battery Charging Hard Drive/Optical CapsLock Drive Access Figure 7. Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator panel is located at the top of the keyboard, near the Visual Optimizer button. Within this panel are symbols that correspond to specific components of your notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components is operating.
  • Page 27: Hard Drive/Optical Drive Access Indicator

    LED Condition Charging Status of Battery Orange, blinking Charging suspended because battery temperature too high. Not charging because AC adapter is not connected. Battery Status Indicator This indicator shows how much charge is available within the installed battery. LCD Condition Battery Charge Level Green, solid Between 50% and 100% charged...
  • Page 28 CapsLock Indicator The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. To set the Caps Lock, press the [Caps Lock] key; to de-select it, press the key again. ScrLk Indicator The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active. To set the Scroll Lock, press the [Scroll Lock] key;...
  • Page 29: Keyboard

    Figure 8. Keyboard Using the Keyboard Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integrated 86-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes the following keys.
  • Page 30 • Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to the right, left, up, or down within windows, applications and documents. • Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F12] are used in conjunction with the [Fn] key to produce special actions that vary depending on what program is running.
  • Page 31 Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will lower the volume of your sys- tem. [Fn+F9] Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your system. [Fn+F10] Pressing [F10] while holding [Fn] opens the Fujitsu Display Manager, which allows you to select the display devices. 26 - Keyboard...
  • Page 32: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Touchpad Pointing Device Right Button Optional Fingerprint Cursor Control Recognition Sensor or Scroll Button Left Button Figure 9. Touchpad pointing device The Touchpad pointing device is built into your notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel.
  • Page 33: Clicking

    The left and right buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the application that is being used. The scroll sensor allows you to quickly navigate up and down a screen. For information on using the scroll button as a fingerprint recognition sensor, refer to “Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device”...
  • Page 34: Double-Clicking

    Double-Clicking Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does not function with the right button. To double-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button twice, then immediately release it.
  • Page 35: Scrolling

    Scrolling Using the scrolling sensor allows you to navigate through a document quickly without using the window’s scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigating through online pages. To use the scrolling sensor, move your finger forward or backward across the button to scroll up or down a page.
  • Page 36 Continuous Scroll: To scroll through a large document using gestures (“ChiralMotion”), hold your finger on the right side touchpad for a couple of seconds until a circular icon appears, then move your finger in a clockwise circular motion to scroll down, or counter-clockwise to scroll up. To scroll side to side, hold your finger on the bottom edge of the touchpad for a couple of seconds until a circular icon appears, then move your finger clockwise to scroll right, and counter-clockwise to scroll left.
  • Page 37: Touchpad Control Adjustment

    Figure 15. Zooming out with Touchpad Figure 14. Zooming in with Touchpad Figure 17. Speeding up cursor movement Figure 16. Continuous scrolling Touchpad Control Adjustment The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box.
  • Page 38: 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 39: Using The Touch Zone Panel And Support Button

    (Depending upon your configuration, your Launcher window may not match that shown.) Figure 18. LifeBook Touch Zone Panel Using the Touch Zone Panel and Support Button A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Touch Zone panel. This 4” touch screen display is located at the top center of the keyboard.
  • Page 40: Using The Touch Zone As An Application Launcher

    Using the Touch Zone as an Application Launcher The LifeBook Touch Zone allows you to open up to fifteen applications or folders with the touch of the screen. Note that any unused icons in the Touch Zone are labeled as “Unregistered” until you assign a shortcut to them.
  • Page 41 To configure your LifeBook Touch Zone Panel: If the Launcher window is visible on your Touch Zone panel (see Figure18), skip to step 4. If the Launcher is not on your Touch Zone screen, touch the Menu tab at the bottom of the display. If the Menu tab is not visible, touch the bottom of the display to invoke it.
  • Page 42: Using The Touch Zone Panel For A Slideshow

    Using the Touch Zone panel for a slideshow When you are not using the Touch Zone panel as a program launcher, you can use it for a slideshow. You can either used the pre-installed pictures, or designate which photos you want to view. If the Slideshow window is visible on your Touch Zone panel (see Figure18), skip to step 4.
  • Page 43: Turning The Touch Zone Off And On

    Place your finger on the Touch Zone and drag it to the left or right to view the previous or next photo immediately. To view the image on the large display, place your finger at the bottom of the Touch Zone and drag it up towards the keyboard.
  • Page 44: Using The Lifebook Support Button

    Using the LifeBook Support Button Adjacent to the power button is a Support button that allows you to either launch the Fujitsu Support Center utility or to launch a user-defined application with the touch of a button when your system is on.
  • Page 45: Launching Applications With The Support Button

    Click [Next], [Finish], [OK]. The button will now launch the new application. If you want to return to launching the Fujitsu Support Center utility with this button, you need only click on Fujitsu Support Center from the dropdown list. Be aware that you will erase the settings for the “other application”. If you wish to go back to launching the “other application”...
  • Page 46: Getting Started With Your Lifebook

    DC Power Jack DC Output Cable AC Cable AC Adapter Figure 20. Connecting the AC Adapter 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.
  • Page 47: Connecting The Power Adapters

    Connecting the Power Adapters The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries. Connecting the AC Adapter Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook notebook. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet. Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your notebook.
  • Page 48: Display Panel

    Button Figure 21. Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active-matrix technology. Opening the Display Panel Press the Display Panel latch button in.
  • Page 49: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the setting only temporarily. • [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display. • [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display. Using the Power Options To change the brightness using the Power Options utility, open the Control Panel and double-click on the Power Options icon.
  • Page 50: Closing The Display Panel

    Closing the Display Panel Holding the edge of your display panel, pull it forward until it is flush with the body of your LifeBook notebook. Push down until you hear a click. This will engage the locking mechanism and prevent your display panel from opening unexpectedly.
  • Page 51: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On Power/Suspend/Resume Button The Power and Suspend/Resume button is used to power on your LifeBook notebook, to resume from Sleep or Save-to-Disk mode or to place your notebook in Sleep or Save-to-Disk mode. (You can also use the button to power down the system by holding it down for approximately five seconds.
  • Page 52: 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 the operating system is found. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).
  • Page 53: Hard Disk Drive Passwords

    To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: Using the TrustedCore Menu 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. 48 - Starting Your LifeBook Notebook...
  • Page 54 • Continue Booting Click BIOS Setup to open the BIOS Setup Utility. The Boot Menu can also be invoked by pressing the [F12] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. The BIOS Setup Utility can be opened directly by pressing the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen;...
  • Page 55: Booting The System

    When you turn on your LifeBook 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 56: Registering Windows Vista With Microsoft

    Registering Your LifeBook notebook How do I register my LifeBook notebook? You can register your LifeBook by going to our website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. You will need to be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to register online. Installing Click Me!
  • Page 57: 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 103.
  • Page 58: 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, such as those for the internal modem. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness.
  • Page 59 Your LifeBook notebook can be put in Sleep mode by: • Pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on. • Clicking the power icon on the lock menu. • Selecting Sleep from the Windows Shut Down menu. • Timing out from lack of activity. •...
  • Page 60: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    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 Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature. Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these steps: From the Start menu, select Control Panel (Classic View), then select Power Options.
  • Page 61: Power Off

    Power 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 62: 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 rechargeable battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals, or other hazards.
  • Page 63: Recharging The Batteries

    • O NOT LEAVE A FAULTY BATTERY IN YOUR OOK NOTEBOOK T MAY DAMAGE YOUR ADAPTER OR YOUR NOTEBOOK ITSELF T MAY ALSO PREVENT OPERATION OF YOUR NOTEBOOK BY DRAINING ALL AVAILABLE CURRENT INTO THE BAD BATTERY • NDER FEDERAL STATE OR LOCAL LAW IT MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF BATTERIES BY PUTTING THEM IN THE TRASH...
  • Page 64 DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM SING HEAVY CURRENT DEVICES SUCH AS THE MODEM OR FREQUENT 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 LifeBook notebook will go into Sleep mode.
  • Page 65: Replacing The Battery

    Shorted Batteries The Status Indicator panel displays the battery status via the Battery Status indicator to show the charge level available in that battery. If the display is flashing red, it means that the battery is damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage any other parts of your LifeBook notebook. Replacing the Battery By purchasing an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swap with a discharged battery.
  • Page 66: Optical Drive

    Media Holder Tray Figure 25. Optical Drive Optical Drive Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains an optical drive which is either a Blu-ray™ ROM drive or a Blu- ray RW drive. Optical Drive Media Blu-ray™ ROM model only: With this drive you can read CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-...
  • Page 67: Loading Media

    PPLICATIONS FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON INSTALLING YOUR PTICAL LAYER SOFTWARE • OU SHOULD PERIODICALLY CHECK THE UJITSU EBSITE AT FUJITSU COMPUTERS FOR CURRENT UPDATED DRIVERS • ROLONGED USE OF THE OPTICAL DRIVE SUCH AS WATCHING A MOVIE WILL SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCE YOUR BATTERY LIFE...
  • Page 68: Removing Media

    Figure 26. Loading Media Removing Media Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive. This will stop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the notebook a short distance. Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray.
  • Page 69: Playing Media On The Optical Drive

    Playing Media on the Optical Drive RIOR TO USING YOUR OPTICAL DRIVE YOU MUST INSTALL THE OPTICAL PLAYER SOFTWARE DETAILS ON USING YOUR OPTICAL PLAYER SOFTWARE REFER TO THE SOFTWARE ELP FILE Starting a DVD Movie Insert the DVD into the notebook’s optical drive. If the AutoPlay feature activates, skip Step 2. The first time you insert a movie into the DVD/CD-RW tray, you will be prompted to select what you want the system to do when discs are inserted (e.g., start automatically or wait for a prompt).
  • Page 70: Using The Drive On Battery Power

    Exiting the Optical Player 1. Click the in the upper right corner of the title bar. Using the Drive on Battery Power Since optical drives consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will be shorter when operating the optical drive continuously (such as watching a DVD movie).
  • Page 71: Autoplay Notification Function

    Manually place your notebook into Sleep mode by depressing the Suspend button. Plug in a power adapter and replace the discharged battery with an additional fully-charged battery. If you do not have an additional battery, you may use the AC power adapter as your power source to continue watching the movie while recharging the installed battery.
  • Page 72: Using Expresscards

    Using ExpressCards™ Your LifeBook notebook supports ExpressCards in a dedicated slot. With these cards you can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you install. ExpressCards should be installed in the slot on the right side of the system. (Figure 29) Some available ExpressCards: •...
  • Page 73 ExpressCards are installed in the ExpressCard slot (Figure 29) See your ExpressCard manual for instructions on the ExpressCard installation of your card. Some cards may require that your notebook is off while installing them. ExpressCard ExpressCard Slot Eject Button Figure 29. Installing/Removing ExpressCards •...
  • Page 74: Removing Expresscards

    To install an ExpressCard, follow these steps: Make sure there is no ExpressCard currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing ExpressCards. Insert your ExpressCard into the slot with the product label facing up. If you are inserting a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.
  • Page 75: Memory Stick/Secure Digital Card Slot

    Memory Stick or Memory Stick PRO Secure Digital (SD) Card Memory Stick/SD Card Slot Figure 30. Installing a Memory Stick or SD Card Memory Stick/Secure Digital Card Slot Your LifeBook notebook supports the following memory cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices.
  • Page 76: Inserting Memory Stick/Sd Cards

    • OME OF THE MEDIA IN THE ABOVE LIST MAY HAVE MORE FEATURES THAN OTHERS • OPYRIGHT ROTECTION ECHNOLOGY CANNOT BE USED • (MMC) ULTIMEDIA ARDS ECURE ARE NOT SUPPORTED Memory Stick is a flash memory technology developed by Sony. Memory Stick allows you to record, transfer and share digital content, such as digital pictures, music, movies, voice, and computer data and applications.
  • Page 77 Make sure there is no card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing a Memory Stick or SD Card. Insert the card in an adapter, if required. Insert your card into the slot with the product label facing up. Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.
  • Page 78: Memory Upgrade Module

    HE INSTALLATION OF INCOMPATIBLE MEMORY MODULES CAN CAUSE NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WHICH PC2-5300 DDR2-667 SO-DIMM COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF DATA EMORY UPGRADES MUST BE MODULES UJITSU HIGHLY RECOMMENDS THAT YOU ONLY PURCHASE ADDITIONAL MEMORY FROM THE UJITSU ON LINE ACCESSORY STORE AT FUJITSU COMPUTERS 73 - Memory Upgrade Module...
  • Page 79: Installing A Memory Module

    Installing a Memory Module Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook and remove any power adapter. Make sure that all the connector covers are closed. Turn the LifeBook notebook bottom side up, with the front panel toward you. Remove the screw at the front of the memory upgrade module compartment.
  • Page 80: Removing A Memory Upgrade Module

    HE MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE IS NOT SOMETHING YOU SHOULD ROUTINELY REMOVE FROM YOUR NOTEBOOK NCE IT IS INSTALLED YOU SHOULD LEAVE IT IN PLACE UNLESS YOU WANT TO INCREASE SYSTEM MEMORY CAPACITY Removing a Memory Upgrade Module Perform steps 1 through 5 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module.
  • Page 81 Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] > Control Panel (Classic View) > System. The amount of memory is displayed next to Memory (RAM): The amount of memory displayed should be approximately the total of all memory modules installed. There may be a discrepancy which is allocated for fixed video memory. F THE TOTAL MEMORY DISPLAYED IS INCORRECT CHECK THAT YOUR MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE IS .
  • Page 82: Device Ports

    Device Ports Your LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect an external device including disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc. IEEE 1394 Jack The 4-pin IEEE 1394 (Firewire) jack is a high-speed interface (400 Mbps) that can be used to transfer large amounts of data between your notebook and a Firewire peripheral such as a digital camera, external hard drive, or video camera.
  • Page 83: Lan Jack

    LAN Jack Your LifeBook has a LAN jack (RJ-45) to accommodate external communications. This jack allows you to connect a LAN (RJ-45) cable for high-speed network or broadband connections (e.g., DSL, cable modem). (Figure 36) Figure 36. Connecting the LAN HDMI Port The High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) port is a digital audio/video interface...
  • Page 84: Universal Serial Bus (Usb) 2.0 Ports

    Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 Ports The five Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports allow you to connect USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and speakers. There is one USB 2.0 port on the right side, and four on the rear panel. (Figure 38) USB 2.0 is downward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices, so older USB devices will work with these ports.
  • Page 85 F YOU PLUG HEADPHONES INTO THE HEADPHONE JACK YOU WILL DISABLE THE BUILT IN STEREO SPEAKERS 80 - Device Ports...
  • Page 86: External Video Port

    External Video Port ] + [F10] RESSING THE KEYS ALLOWS YOU TO CHANGE YOUR SELECTION OF WHERE TO SEND YOUR DISPLAY VIDEO ACH TIME YOU PRESS THE KEY COMBINATION YOU WILL STEP TO THE NEXT CHOICE STARTING WITH THE BUILT IN DISPLAY PANEL ONLY MOVING TO THE EXTERNAL DEVICE ONLY FINALLY MOVING TO BOTH THE BUILT...
  • Page 87: E-Sata Port

    E-SATA Port E-SATA (External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) is an external version of SATA, which connects your computer to the hard drive. E-SATA is ideal for backing up large files on an external hard drive. To connect an E-SATA device: Align the connector with the port opening.
  • Page 88: Troubleshooting Your Lifebook

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Your LifeBook Troubleshooting There may be occasions when you encounter 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 straightforward issues and identify failures that require service.
  • Page 89 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 90: Specific Problems

    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 91: Audio Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Audio Problems There is no sound coming The volume is turned Adjust the volume control on your notebook and operating system. from the built-in speakers. too low. Use the [Fn+F9] key combination on your keyboard. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your notebook.
  • Page 92: Hard Drive Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions LifeBook notebook fails to Wrong drive designator Verify that the drive designator used by the application is the same recognize DVD/CD- was used for the disc in as used by the operating system. When the OS is booted from a RW/CD-ROM’s.
  • Page 93: Memory Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions You have installed an exter- Your external device is Re-install your device. See “Device Ports” on page 77. nal keyboard or mouse, and not properly installed. it does not seem to work. Your operating system Check your device and operating system documentation and software is not set up activate the proper driver.
  • Page 94: Expresscard Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions You have installed a USB The device may have Close the application and restart your notebook. device. Your notebook does been installed while an not recognize the device, or application was running, the device does not seem so your notebook is not to work properly.
  • Page 95 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions You turn on your LifeBook The installed primary Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence and notebook and nothing battery is completely condition of the batteries. See “Status Indicator Panel” on seems to happen. discharged, there is no page 21.
  • Page 96 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Your LifeBook notebook You are operating on Install a power adapter and then push the Power/Sus- turns off all by itself. battery power and pend/Resume button. See “Power Sources” on page 41. (continued) ignored a low battery alarm until the battery is at the dead battery state and the system...
  • Page 97: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the displays power on informa- tings of the setup utility Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup tion, but fails to load the are not compatible with utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu.
  • Page 98: Video Problems

    Video Problems The built-in display is blank The notebook is set for Pressing [F10] while holding down the [Fn] key opens the Fujitsu when you turn on your Life- an external monitor Display Manager, which allows you to change display devices.
  • Page 99 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The display goes blank by The notebook has gone Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore itself after you have been into Video timeout, operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. using it.
  • Page 100: Miscellaneous Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The application display An application is Display compression gives a clearer but smaller display for appli- uses only a portion of your running that does not cations that do not support the native pixel resolution. You can fill screen and is surrounded support the system’s the screen but have less resolution by changing display compres-...
  • Page 101: 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 102 *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 103 *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 104 *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 105 *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 106: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    PARTY S WEBSITE To re-install drivers and/or applications: Boot up the system and insert the DAR disc after Windows has started. A Fujitsu Installer screen is displayed after the disc is inserted. After reading the License Agreement, click [I agree].
  • Page 107: Recovery And Utility Disc

    HE COMPONENTS LISTED ARE COLOR CODED IN TERMS OF THEIR INSTALL STATUS LUE INDICATES THAT THE COMPONENT CAN BE INSTALLED REEN INDICATES THAT THE COMPONENT NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED SEPARATELY REY INDICATES A COMPONENT THAT IS ALREADY INSTALLED GREY ITEMS CAN BE REINSTALLED BUT PRIOR TO INSTALLATION YOU WILL RECEIVE A REMINDER THAT THE COMPONENT IS ALREADY INSTALLED...
  • Page 108: 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. OTE THAT IF YOU HAVE A...
  • Page 109: 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. • (ESD).
  • Page 110 If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative. • Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool). • Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
  • Page 111: Cleaning Your Lifebook Notebook

    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 112: Cleaning The Dust Filter

    Disinfecting LifeBook computers Wipe the surface with a soft cloth wipe and a 50% ethanol solution or use another ethanol-based germicide which has been registered as a hospital disinfectant by the EPA. • SE OF INCORRECT CLEANERS CAN RESULT IN OPTICAL IMPAIRMENT OF THE OR DAMAGE TO THE COMPUTER LWAYS REFER TO THE CLEANER MANUFACTURER...
  • Page 113 Carefully clean the embedded dust filter and the air-cooling duct using a vacuum cleaner attachment (such as an extension wand). Dust filter access cover Embedded dust filter Figure 41. Removing/installing the dust filter Put back the dust filter access cover by inserting the end without latch first (positioning the key inside first), and pushing in the cover until it latches.
  • Page 114: Storing Your Lifebook Notebook

    • Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you store your LifeBook with a battery installed, the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. 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). •...
  • Page 115: Batteries

    • Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to determine which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent. Outlet Type Location Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent United States, Canada, parts of Latin States (CIS), most of Europe, parts of Latin America, Mexico, Japan, Korea, the America, the Middle East, parts of Africa, Hong...
  • Page 116: Media Care

    Increasing Battery Life • Power your LifeBook notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible. • If your notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to recharge the battery. • Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable. •...
  • Page 117: Expresscards

    • If a disc is dirty, use only a DVD/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint free cloth starting from the inner edge and wiping to the outer edge. Caring for your Optical Drive Your optical drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points: •...
  • Page 118: System Specifications

    This section provides the general hardware and environmental specifications for your LifeBook notebook. Specific details about your system may vary from those referenced here. For an updated list of current configurations, please go to the Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers.
  • Page 119: Microprocessor

    Part Number Configuration ID A4Lxxxxxxxxxxx Part No: FPC0xxxxxxxxxxxxx N7010, 16WXGA, P8400, VHP , Blu-ray, 4GB, 320G, LAN, WLAN Model # Processor Media Drive Hard Drive Screen Size Memory Communications Operating System Figure 42. Configuration Label Microprocessor Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor. To determine the type and speed of your processor, right-click My Computer, select Properties, then select the General tab, or check the configuration label.
  • Page 120: Video

    Video • Built-in 16" Crystal View flat-panel Wide XGA TFT active matrix (high contrast: 600:1 contrast ratio; high brightness: 220 nits) LCD display with simultaneous display capability. • Built-in 4” Wide QVGA TFT, passive touch panel Video Color and Resolution •...
  • Page 121: Mass Storage Devices

    Mass Storage Devices Hard Disk Drives • Hard Disk Drive configurations available: 250 GB or 320 GB capacity, Serial-ATA, 5400 rpm, Optical Drive Blu-ray™ ROM Drive: Read: 24x CD-ROM, 24x CD-R, 16x CD-RW, 8x DVD-ROM, 8x DVD-R, 4x DVD-R DL, 4x DVD-RW, 8x DVD+R, 4x DVD+R DL, 4x DVD+RW, 5x DVD-RAM, 2x BD-ROM, 2x BD-R, 2x BD-R DL, 2x BD-RE, 2x BD-RE DL.
  • Page 122: Device Ports

    Communications • Integrated Broadcom 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX/1000 Base-T Gigabit Ethernet LAN • Optional Integrated Intel WiFi Link 5100 (150 Mbps Tx/300 Mbps Rx, 802.11 a/b/g+n), or, Optional Integrated Intel WiFi Link 5300 (450 Mbps Tx/Rx, 802.11 a/b/g+n) Device Ports • ExpressCard slot for one ExpressCard (supporting either 34mm or 54mm ExpressCards) •...
  • Page 123: Power

    • Key stroke: 3.0 mm • Dedicated ten-key numeric keypad External Keyboard and Mouse Support USB-compatible Management Standard DMI 2.0-ready, WFM 2.0-compliant Power Batteries Main 8-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 14.4V, 5200 mAh Adapters AC Adapter: Autosensing 100-240V AC, 100W, supplying 19V DC, 5.27A, to the LifeBook notebook (includes an AC cable).
  • Page 124: Environmental Requirements

    Altitude Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum Popular Accessories To order Fujitsu accessories, please visit our Website at: www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-877-372-3473. Pre-Installed Software Depending on your pre-installed operating system, your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with pre- installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software and Power Management software.
  • Page 125: Learning About Your Software

    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 126 OmniPass Fingerprint Recognition Software The fingerprint sensor uses Softex OmniPass which adds password management capabilities to Windows operating systems. OmniPass lets you use a "master password" for all Windows, applications, and on-line passwords, and presents a convenient user interface through which you can securely manage passwords, users, and multiple identities for each user.
  • Page 127 Operating System Options The following operating system is installed in your LifeBook: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition (64-bit operating system) With Microsoft Works 9.0 Home and Student Trial Edition. 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.
  • Page 128: 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 129 ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. Technology for transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary phone lines. Accelerated Graphics Port. Graphics port specifically designed for graphics-intensive devices, such as video cards and 3D accelerators. 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.
  • Page 130 An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU and the sub-assemblies inside your LifeBook notebook. Byte 8 bits of parallel binary information. Cache Memory A block of memory built into the micro-processor which is much faster to access than your system RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling time faster.
  • Page 131 COM Port Abbreviation for communication port. This is your serial interface connection. Command An instruction which you give your operating system. Example: run a particular application or format a floppy disk. Configuration The combination of hardware and software that makes up your system and how it is allocated for use. Cathode Ray Tube.
  • Page 132 DIMM Dual-in-line memory module. Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media. If the platter is very stiff it is a hard drive, if it is highly flexible it is a floppy disk, if it is a floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter it is commonly called a diskette.
  • Page 133 Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk Operating System). Driver A computer program which converts application and operating system commands to external devices into the exact form required by a specific brand and model of device in order to produce the desired results from that particular equipment.
  • Page 134 Floppy Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which is highly flexible. Gigabyte. One billion bytes. Hard drive A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff. Input/Output. Data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form. I/O Port The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic form.
  • Page 135 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. Infrared Light just beyond the red portion of the visible light spectrum which is invisible to humans. Infrastructure A name of a wireless LAN configuration.
  • Page 136 An abbreviation for infrared. IrDA Infrared Data Association. An organization which produces standards for communication using infrared as the carrier. Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal to the CPU that an external event has occurred which needs to be processed. Kilobyte.
  • Page 137 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 138 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 139 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. PCMCIA PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is an organization that sets standards for add-in cards for personal computers.
  • Page 140 Program An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it. 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.
  • Page 141 Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which information is stored by physically altering the material. Data stored in this way can not be changed by your notebook and does not require power to maintain it. 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.
  • Page 142 Status Indicator A display which reports the condition of some portion of your hardware. On your LifeBook notebook this is an LCD screen just above the keyboard. Stereo (audio) A system using two channels to process sound from two different sources. Subnet mask TCP-IP network is controlled by being divided into multiple smaller networks (subnets).
  • Page 143 Thin Film Transistor – A technology for flat display panels which uses a thin film matrix of transistors to control each pixel of the display screen individually. Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.
  • Page 144: 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 limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 145 Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules, and the requirements adopted by ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment;...
  • Page 146 If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please refer to the manual or contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, Customer Service. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 147 Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 148 Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être effectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu, ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
  • Page 149: 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 150 Regulatory Information/Disclaimers Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by the manufacturer.
  • Page 151 ICES 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 Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
  • Page 152: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly set up and configure the 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 its correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • Page 153: Wireless Lan Modes Using This Device

    Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device Ad Hoc Mode (See Figure A-1) "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.
  • Page 154 Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode (See Figure A-2) 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 155: How To Handle This Device

    How to Handle This Device The WLAN device 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 156: Activating The Wlan Device

    Activating the WLAN Device Activation of the WLAN device can be accomplished using the same methods as the deactivation process, by using the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch. Figure A-3. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch Location Configuring the WLAN The WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that is built into Windows Vista.
  • Page 157: Connecting To A Network

    Enter the required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network administrator for some of the information. In the event you require assistance, go to the Network and Sharing Center window (Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center), and type in relevant keywords in the Search box. Connecting to a Network After you have configured your computer, you can connect to an active network by performing the following steps:...
  • Page 158: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting Table Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unavailable Incorrect network name Ad hoc connection: verify that the network names (SSID’s) network (SSID) or network key and network keys (WEP) of all computers to be connected...
  • Page 159 Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unavailable The WLAN device has Check if the wireless switch is turned ON. Also verify “Disable network been deactivated or Radio” is not checked in “Network setting” window. connection disabled (continued) The computer to be Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON.
  • Page 160: Wlan Specifications

    WLAN Specifications Item Specification Type of network The integrated Intel WiFi Link 5100 (150 Mbps Tx/300 Mbps Rx, 802.11 a/b/g+n) and Intel WiFi Link 5300 (450 Mbps Tx/Rx, 802.11 a/b/g+n) WLAN devices conform to IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b/g, and 802.11n (draft), Wi-Fi based* Transfer rate (Automatic switching) 54 Mbps maximum data rate (IEEE802.11n rates to be determined)
  • Page 161 “Wi-Fi based” indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed. The communication ranges shown above will increase or decrease depending on factors such as number of walls, reflective material, or interference from external RF sources. Encryption with network key (WEP) is performed using the above number of bits, however, users can set 40 bits/104 bits after subtracting the fixed length of 24 bits.
  • Page 162: Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device

    Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device Your system has a fingerprint sensor device below the Touchpad, between the left and right buttons. This also serves as a scroll button. B-1: Fingerprint sensor LTHOUGH THE SYSTEM HAS A FINGERPRINT SENSOR IN PLACE OF A SCROLL BUTTON FINGERPRINT SENSOR CAN BE USED FOR SCROLLING IMPLY MOVE YOUR FINGERPRINT OVER THE SENSOR THE SAME AS YOU WOULD USE A SCROLL BUTTON...
  • Page 163: Getting Started

    With a fingerprint sensor, you can avoid having to enter a username and password every time you want to: • Log onto Windows • Resume from standby mode • Cancel a password-protected screen saver • Log into homepages that require a username and password After you have “enrolled”...
  • Page 164 • The gold key-shaped OmniPass icon in the system tray at the bottom right of the screen. • The Softex program group in the Programs group of the Start menu System Requirements The OmniPass application requires space on your hard drive; it also requires specific Operating Systems (OS’s).
  • Page 165 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. To check the version information of OmniPass: From the Windows Desktop, double-click the key-shaped OmniPass icon in the taskbar (usually located in the lower right corner of the screen), Click the Start button, select Settings, and click Control Panel.
  • Page 166: User Enrollment

    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. Whether you are logging into your computer, accessing your email, e-banking, paying bills online, or accessing network resources, you often have to supply credentials to gain access.
  • Page 167 HE ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE ASSUMES YOU HAVE NO HARDWARE AUTHENTICATION DEVICES OR ALTERNATE STORAGE LOCATIONS THAT YOU WISH TO INTEGRATE WITH F YOU DESIRE SUCH FUNCTIONALITY CONSULT THE APPROPRIATE SECTIONS OF THIS DOCUMENT 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 168 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 169: 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 170 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. At the site login prompt, enter your username and password in the prompted fields, but do not enter the site (do not hit [Enter], [Submit], [OK], or Login).
  • Page 171 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 UT SHOULD YOU LEAVE YOUR SYSTEM UNATTENDED WITH YOUR ASS USER LOGGED IN ANYONE USING YOUR SYSTEM CAN BROWSE TO YOUR PASSWORD PROTECTED SITES AND GAIN AUTOMATIC ACCESS If you uncheck both boxes in Settings for this Password Site, OmniPass will prompt you for your master...
  • Page 172 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 173 The two check boxes in Manage Passwords govern whether OmniPass prompts you to authenticate or 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.
  • Page 174: 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 175 Using OmniPass Control Center, you can export and import users in and out of OmniPass. The export 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.
  • Page 176: Omnipass Control Center

    exported user. They are the credentials that had to be submitted when the user profile was exported. You 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.
  • Page 177 • Open the Windows Control Panel (accessible via Start button -> Settings -> Control Panel) and 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 169. Add/Remove User functionality is straightforward.
  • Page 178: 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 179 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 180: Index

    Index BIOS Guide About This Guide setup utility Boot Sequence adapter plug adapters Air Vents CapsLock Audio CD-ROM Auto Insert Notification Click Me! Auto/Airline Adapter Clicking Color Resolution Communications Port Battery Connecting the Power Adapters care Controls and Connectors Charge/DC-In Indicator Conventions Used in the Guide charging indicators Cursor...
  • Page 181 OmniPass launching applications user enrollment Lithium ion Battery using OmniPass Floppy Disk Drive Fujitsu Contact Information Media Player, care Fujitsu Driver Update utility Memory Fujitsu LifeBook capacity storing compartment traveling installing Fujitsu Support Center problems...
  • Page 182 Memory Stick/SD Card Pre-Installed Software installing manuals slot Norton Internet Security Microphone Jack PowerDVD Modem Result Codes Quicken New User Mouse, problems Registration NumLk Restarting Restoring Your Pre-installed Software Roxio Easy Media Creator Optical Drive Control Panel loading Save-to-Disk removing media ScrLk tray release SD Card...
  • Page 183 Touchpad buttons controls Touchpad Pointing Devic Troubleshooting Universal Serial Bus Port problems USB 2.0 Ports Video Video RAM Volume control Warranty Windows keys Application key Start keys Wireless LAN Before Using the Wireless LAN Connection using Wireless Zero Tool Specifications Wireless LAN Glossary Wireless LAN Switch...

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