Fujitsu LIFEBOOK AH532 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 System Operating Manual LIFEBOOK A532 LIFEBOOK AH532...
  • Page 2 For automatic driver updates, go to: "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/download" Should you have any technical questions, please contact: • our Hotline/Service Desk (see the Service Desk list or visit: "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 Published by Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH Mies-van-der-Rohe-Straße 8 (Mies-van-der-Rohe Street No. 8) 80807 Munich, Germany Contact http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/ Copyright © Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH 2012. All rights reserved. Publication Date 11/2012 Order No.: A26391-K343-Z320-2-7619, edition 1...
  • Page 5 LIFEBOOK A532 LIFEBOOK AH532 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

    ExpressCards ................37 Fujitsu...
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  • Page 9 Index ................. . 76 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 = Webcam 6 = Touchpad buttons 2 = WebCam LED 7 = Microphone jack 3 = ON/OFF switch 8 = Headphone port 4 = Loudspeakers 9 = Memory card slot 5 = Touchpad 10 = Status indicators Fujitsu...
  • Page 14 6 = ExpressCard slot 3 = USB port 3.0 4 = USB port 3.0 Right-hand side 1 = USB port 2.0 3 = Eject button for optical drive 2 = Optical drive 4 = DC input connector (DC IN) Fujitsu...
  • Page 15 Ports and controls Rear 1 = Security Lock device 2 = LAN port Fujitsu...
  • Page 16 Ports and controls Underside 1 = Memory service compartment 4 = Battery compartment with SIM card slot under battery (optional) 2 = Hard disk service compartment 5 = Battery release 3 = Battery release Fujitsu...
  • Page 17: Important Notes

    (e.g. petrol station, paintshops), as the transmitted radio waves can cause an explosion or a fire. For information on how to switch radio components on and off, see chapter "Switching the wireless components on and off", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 18: Energy Saving

    ► Enquire with the corresponding government office of the country you will be travelling in as to whether you may operate the radio component integrated in your notebook there (see also "CE marking", Page 70). Fujitsu...
  • Page 19: Notebook: Transporting

    The surface can be cleaned with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out. To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, if available, you can use disinfectant wipes. Ensure that no liquid enters the device. 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 mains adapter. ► 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 is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch for approx. five 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: Key Description

    The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down, left, or right. Cursor keys Cursor controlkeys 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

    Switching the touchpad and touchpad buttons on/off This key combination switches the touchpad and the touchpad buttons on or off. Fn+F4 Touchpad Touchpadbuttons Touchpad Switching the wireless components on / off This key combination switches the wireless components off or on. Fn+F5 Wirelesscomponents Wirelesscomponents 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. Strg+Alt+Entf/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 drag the item to the desired position with the finger on the touchpad. The item will be moved. Switching the Touchpad on and off You can switch the Touchpad on and off using a key combination, "Key combinations", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 32: Lcd Screen

    LCDscreen Notes High-quality TFT displays are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH. For technical reasons, TFT monitors are manufactured for a specific resolution. An optimal, clear picture can only be ensured with the correct resolution intended for the relevant TFT monitor. A monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear picture.
  • Page 33: Webcam

    If you would like to perform a function test of your web cam, there is suitable test software available at "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/index.html". Fujitsu...
  • Page 34: Rechargeable Battery

    If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Never store the batteries in the device. Removing and installing the battery Only use rechargeable batteries approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions for your notebook. Never use force when fitting or removing a battery.
  • Page 35: Removing The Battery

    "Preparing to remove components", Page ► Slide the release button in the direction of the arrow (1) and hold it in place. ► Slide the release button in direction of the arrow (2). ► Remove the battery from the battery compartment (3). Fujitsu...
  • Page 36: Optical Drive

    Avoid storing a data carrier in areas subject to high temperatures or humidity. You may use both 8-cm and 12-cm data carriers in the optical drive. When using a data carrier of lesser quality, vibrations and reading errors may occur. Fujitsu...
  • Page 37: Cd/Dvd Indicator

    ► Gently pull the drive tray (2) completely out. ► Place the data carrier in the drive tray with the printed side facing upwards. ► Remove a data carrier that has been inserted. ► Push in the drive tray until you feel it lock into place. Fujitsu...
  • Page 38: Manual Removal (Emergency Removal)

    ► 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 39: Using The Power-Management Features

    If you do not intend to use your notebook for a long period of time: ► Exit power saving mode if necessary via the mouse or keyboard or by switching on the notebook. ► Close all opened programs and completely shut down the notebook. Fujitsu...
  • Page 40: 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 41: Expresscards

    ► Gently push the card into the slot until you feel it click into place. Do not use any force. Depending on the particular type used, the card may protrude slightly from the slot. Please see the documentation relating to the card for driver installation instructions. Fujitsu...
  • Page 42: Removing The Card

    . In addition, the internal microphone can be deactivated together with the WebCam in the BIOS Setup Utility. When you connect headphones or external speakers, the built-in speakers are disabled. Information on connecting headphones and a microphone can be found "Connecting external devices", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 43: Sim Card (Devices With Umts Module)

    ► Press on the edge of the SIM card so that it jumps up slightly out of the slot. ► Pull the SIM card out of the slot in the direction of the arrow (1). ► Complete the removal, see chapter "Finishing component removal", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 44: Wireless Lan / Bluetooth / Umts

    Working with the notebook Wireless LAN / Bluetooth / UMTS The installation of radio components not approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions will invalidate the certifications issued for this device. Switching the wireless components on and off ► Press the key combination to start the WirelessSelector.
  • Page 45: Ethernet And Lan

    ► Connect the network cable to your network connection (2). 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. Fujitsu...
  • Page 46: 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 Technology Solutions recommends the use of a combination lock. ► Fit the Kensington Lock Cable to the mechanism on your notebook.
  • Page 47: Configuring Password Protection In Bios Setup Utility

    The notebook will be rebooted and the new password will come 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 48: 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 49: Password Protection For The Hard Disk

    ► To cancel the password for the second hard disk (Drive1), go to the Drive1 area and select the field Set Master Password, then proceed in exactly the same way as for cancelling the password for the first hard disk (Drive0). Fujitsu...
  • Page 50: Connecting External Devices

    Peripheraldevices Disconnecting devices from the notebook 1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices. 2. Unplug your notebook and all devices from the mains sockets. 3. Disconnect the cables for your external devices following the instructions. Devices Peripheraldevices Fujitsu...
  • Page 51: Connecting An External Monitor

    The HDMI port on your notebook can be used to connect an external amplifier, LCD TV or a plasma TV with an HDMI connection. ► Connect the data cable to the external device. ► Connect the data cable to the HDMI port of the notebook. Fujitsu...
  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: Connecting External Audio Devices

    If you purchase a cable from a retailer, please note the following information: The headphone port on your notebook is a "3.5 mm jack socket". If you want to connect headphones or a speaker you will need a "3.5 mm jack plug". Fujitsu...
  • Page 55: Removing And Installing Components During Servicing

    The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges. • Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing boards containing ESDs. • Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges. • Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs. Fujitsu...
  • Page 56: Preparing To Remove Components

    Otherwise, there is a risk of suffering burns! As some components are exposed that are sensitive to static electricity, please take note of chapter "Notes on installing and removing boards and components", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 57: Removing The Cover

    ► Lift the cover off the notebook (2). Removing memory modules ► Carefully push the two mounting clips outwards (1). Memory expansion Memory module The memory module snaps upwards (2). ► Pull the memory module out of its slot in the direction of the arrow (3). Fujitsu...
  • Page 58: Installing A Memory Module

    ► Carefully push the memory module downwards until you feel it click into place (2). Securing the cover ► Place the cover into its installation position in the direction of the arrow (1). ► Secure the cover with the screws (2). Fujitsu...
  • Page 59: Removing And Installing The Hard Disk

    Keep the screws in a safe place. If you are removing more than one component at the same time, store the screws for the individual components separately from each other. If you install the wrong screws, components may be damaged. ► Lift the cover off the notebook (2). Fujitsu...
  • Page 60: Removing A Hard Disk

    Removing a hard disk ► Remove the screws (1). ► To release the hard disk from the contacts, push the hard disk in the direction of the arrow (2). ► Remove the hard disk from the hard disk compartment (3). Fujitsu...
  • Page 61: Installing A Hard Disk

    If you install the wrong screws, components may be damaged. ► Place the hard disk into the hard disk compartment (1). ► Slide the hard disk in the direction of the arrow (2) until it engages noticeably. ► Fasten the screws (3). Fujitsu...
  • Page 62: Attaching The Cover

    ► Install the battery again (see "Inserting battery", Page 32). ► Turn the notebook the right way up again and place it on a flat surface. ► Reconnect the cables that you disconnected before. Fujitsu...
  • Page 63: Settings In Bios Setup Utility

    ► Select the option 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 (for example, in this manual). Fujitsu...
  • Page 64: 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 65: 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 66: Restoring The Hard Disk Contents Under Windows

    The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank LCDscreen LCDscreenistoodark Cause Troubleshooting Monitor is switched off. ► Press a key or touch the touchpad. External monitor or television set connected. ► Press the key combination to switch the screen output, see "Key combinations", Page Fujitsu...
  • Page 67: The Lcd Screen Is Difficult To Read

    Change the following setting: ► Set the screen resolution: Set the screen resolution as described in the documentation for your operating system. ► Select monitor: Select monitor 1 or 2 as described in the documentation for your operating system. Fujitsu...
  • Page 68: The Notebook Cannot Be Started

    ► Close the application program or restart malfunction. the notebook (by restarting the operating system or switching the device off and back on again). The battery is dead. ► Charge the battery. ► Insert a charged battery. ► Connect the mains adapter to the notebook. Fujitsu...
  • Page 69: The Printer Does Not Print

    This section describes the error messages generated by the BIOS Setup. Error messages displayed by the operating system or programmes are described in the relevant documentation. If the error message appears repeatedly, despite troubleshooting measures, please contact the place of purchase or our customer service centre. Fujitsu...
  • Page 70 Shadow RAM failed at offset: xxxx Failing ► Contact your sales outlet or our customer Bits: zzzz service centre. System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP ► Contact your sales outlet or our customer service centre. Fujitsu...
  • Page 71 Troubleshooting and tips Error message/cause Resolution 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 72: Technical Data

    Approx. 2.5 kg The data sheet for the device provides further technical data. You will find the data sheet on your device or on the Internet at "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/". Rechargeable battery You can find information on the batteries used in your device on the Internet at "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/support/".
  • Page 73: Power Adapter, 65 W

    50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic) Secondary (device-dependent) Rated voltage 19 V Max. rated current 3.42 A Secondary (device-dependent) Rated voltage 20 V Max. rated current 3.25 A An additional mains adapter or power cable can be ordered at any time. Fujitsu...
  • Page 74: Manufacturer's Notes

    Declarationofconformity The "Declarations of Conformity" for the device can be found on the Internet at: "http://globalsp.ts.fujitsu.com/sites/certificates/default.aspx". Fujitsu Technology Solutions hereby declares that your device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. CE marking...
  • Page 75: Regulatory Information For Notebooks Without Radio Device

    Regulatory information for notebooks without radio device Regulatoryinformation NOTICE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. Notice to Users of Radios and Television These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 76: Doc (Industry Canada) Notices

    Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorised 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 77 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 78: Fcc Regulatory Information For Notebooks With Radio Device

    In order to comply with RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm (8 inches). Regulatory Notes and Statements Radio device, health and authorisation for use Fujitsu...
  • Page 79 (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 authorised by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment. Fujitsu...
  • Page 80: Index

    CD/DVD: Fn key 23 manual emergency removal 34 Fn+F10 25 CE marking 70 Fn+F11 25 Charging capacity, battery 30 Fn+F12 25 Cleaning 15 Fn+F3 24 Components Fn+F4 24 installing / removing 51 Fn+F5 24 Configuration, BIOS Setup Utility 59 Fujitsu...
  • Page 81 14 Life, battery 30 LCD screen 28 Line feed 23 Safety 13 Loudspeakers 38 transport 14 switch off 24 Num Lock switch on 24 indicator 20, 24 Numeric keypad 22 see Separate numeric keypad 24 Main memory Fujitsu...
  • Page 82 27 Screen brightness switch off 24 decrease 25 Touchpad buttons 24 increase 25 Transport Screen port Transport damage 16 see VGA connection socket 47 Transportation 14–15 Security functions 42 Travel, notebook 14 Security Lock 42 Troubleshooting 61 Fujitsu...
  • Page 83 44 switch on 24 Using the Kensington Lock Cable 42 Wireless LAN Switching the module off 40 Switching the module on 40 Wireless LAN: VGA connection socket 47 safety notes 13 Volume decrease 25 increase 25 Volume control 38 Fujitsu...

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