The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned by the Personal Computer Memory Card International Associ- ation (PCMCIA) and any use of such marks by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation is under license. PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association.
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed Class II Adapters with an output rating of 19 VDC, with a current of 5.27 A (100W).
Conventions Used in the Guide ....1 Fujitsu Contact Information ....1 Limited Warranty .
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Power Management Power/Suspend/Resume Button... . . 32 Standby Mode ......32 Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature .
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T a b l e o f C o n t e n t s APPENDIX A: INTEGRATED WIRELESS LAN USER’S GUIDE Before Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device..88 Wireless Network Considerations .
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Type of device connected, if any ■ Fujitsu Shopping Online You can go directly online to the Fujitsu Product catalog for your LifeBook notebook by going to the website at www.shopfujitsu.com. You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by clicking on Start ->...
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Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook E8310 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. UNPACKING When you receive your LifeBook notebook, unpack it carefully, and compare the parts you have received with the items listed below.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Quick Point Cursor Control (optional) Stereo Speaker Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch Infrared (IrDA) Sensor Headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out Jack Microphone Jack Memory Stick/SD Card Slot Locating the Controls...
from a variety of different digital devices. (See Installing Memory Stick/SD Cards on page 41 for more information) Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Headphone Jack The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones to listen to audio files.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Serial Port (behind cover) DC Power Jack Air Vents LEFT-SIDE PANEL COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components.
The maximum speed is 33600 bps at upload, in accordance with FCC regulations. For additional information about the modem, refer to the Fujitsu website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Parallel Port Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) Jack Figure 2-6. LifeBook notebook back panel BACK PANEL COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your LifeBook note- book’s back panel components.
Battery Bay Release Button Hard Disk Drive Compartment BOTTOM COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components. 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.
AC Adapter Level Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays symbols that correspond with a specific component of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. These symbols tell you how each of those components are operating. POWER INDICATOR The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational.
BATTERY CHARGING INDICATORS Located to the left of each Battery Level indicator is a small arrow symbol. This symbol states whether that specific battery is charging. This indicator will flash if the battery is too hot or cold to charge. Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently damaged.
Fn Key Start Key Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has an integral 84-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes the following keys.
FUNCTION KEYS Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. (Figure 2-10) The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key.
Sensor Cursor Control Touchpad Pointing Device The Touchpad pointing device built into your Fujitsu LifeBook is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, two left and right buttons, and a scrolling button.
DRAGGING Dragging means pressing and holding the left button, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left button while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using the Touchpad.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own.
Flexible Bay Devices Your notebook has a Flexible Bay that can house one of several devices. Your Flexible Bay will have one of the following devices installed. Modular Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: This ■ allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs and record to DVD, CD, and DVD-RAM discs.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k LifeBook Security/ Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Security/Application Panel that allows you to secure your notebook from unauthorized use.
3. Type in: C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\Security Panel Applica- tion\Supervisor\FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter] 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Super- visor password. Windows Vista: 1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Select All Programs. 3. Select Accessories, then select Run.
FJSECS.exe first to set the supervisor pass- word. Follow instructions under Setting Passwords on page 20. If you forget both passwords, contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation Service and Support at 1-800- 8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487). Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation charges a service fee for unlocking a pass- word restricted LifeBook notebook.
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The tabs in Application Panel Setup may not be in the same order as the buttons on your LifeBook notebook, please select the tab you wish to change carefully. To change an application associated with the Application buttons, click on the tab for the button you would like to reconfigure –...
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DC Power Jack Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k 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.
BIOS program. Each time you power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your operating system is loaded. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence including a Power On Self Test (POST).
When you turn on your notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
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 infor- mation about the FDU utility, refer to “Automatically...
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Power Management Your Fujitsu 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.
Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature Windows Vista: The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these steps: 1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel, then select Power Options. 2. Select “Choose what the power button does” or “Choose what closing the lid does”, then make your selections (Do Nothing, Sleep, Hibernate, or Shut Down).
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Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards. The Lithium ion battery operating time may become shorter if it is used under the following conditions: When used at temperatures that exceeds a low of 5°C...
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Dead Battery Suspend mode shows on the Status indi- cator just like the normal Standby mode. Once your notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged battery.
Optical Drive There is a variety of media available to use with your system, depending upon the system configuration you have selected. Multi-Format DVD Writers, DVD/CD- RW Combo drives, and DVD-ROM drives are collec- tively known as “optical drives”. DVD-R and DVD-RW discs hold up to 4.7 GB of data (DVD-R discs used with Multi-Format Dual-Layer DVD writer hold up to 8.5 GB).
■ You should periodically check the Fujitsu website at us.fujitsu.com/computers for the most current drivers. ■ All LifeBook DVD players are set to play DVD titles with region code number 1 which is specified for the North American market.
Memory Stick Memory Stick/ Secure Digital Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports Memory Sticks and Secure Digital (SD) cards, on which you can store and transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices. These cards use flash memory architecture, which means they don’t need a power source to retain data.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k ExpressCard Slot (top slot only) PC Card Slot (bottom slot only) PC Cards/ExpressCards™ Your LifeBook notebook supports Type I and Type II PC Cards and ExpressCards , which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you insert.
INSERTING EXPRESSCARDS There are two different width ExpressCards: 34 mm and 54 mm. The connector inside the slot is located on the left-hand side of the slot. If you insert a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.
The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at www.shopfujitsu.com. ■ Do not remove any screws from the...
Memory Clip Figure 4-11. Removing a Memory Upgrade Module CHECKING THE MEMORY CAPACITY Once you have changed the system memory capacity by replacing the installed module with a larger one, be sure to check that your notebook has recognized the change. Windows XP: Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] ->...
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Device Ports Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook and the optional Port Replicator come equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external devices including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc.
1. Align the connector with the port opening. 2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.(Figure 4-14) 3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each side of the connector. Figure 4-14. Connecting a Parallel Device SERIAL PORT The serial port, or COM port, located on the system and on the optional Port Replicator allows you to connect serial devices, such as printers or scanners.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Depending upon your system configura- ■ tion, the headphone jack may serve dif- ferent purposes. On some configurations, the jack serves as a ste- reo headphone/Optical Digital Audio Out jack.
8. If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Trou- bleshooting Table without success, contact your support representative: Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) E-mail: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.com 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 represen-...
The Audio Driver may be installed or reinstalled by using the Drivers and Applications CD that came with your Fujitsu LifeBook. Refer to your applica- tion and operating system documentation for help. Click on the Volume icon in the tool tray on the bottom right of the screen.
Problem LifeBook notebook fails to Wrong drive designator was recognize DVD/CD-RW/ used for the disc in the applica- CD-ROM’s. tion. (continued) Disc is dirty or defective. The optical drive access The Windows auto insertion indicator on the Status function is active and is Indicator Panel blinks at checking to see if a disc is ready regular intervals when no...
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem You have installed an Your external device is not external keyboard or properly installed. mouse, and it does not Your operating system soft- seem to work.
Problem A card inserted in the PC The card may have been Card or ExpressCard slot installed while an application does not work or is locking was running, so your notebook up the system. is not aware of its installation. (continued) Your software may not have the correct software driver...
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem Your LifeBook notebook You are operating on battery turns off all by itself. power and ignored a low batt- ery alarm until the batteries are (continued) at the dead battery state and...
Possible Cause Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu. (See BIOS Setup Utility on page 29 for more information) Make sure you have the right password.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Problem The display goes blank by The notebook has gone into itself after you have been Video timeout, Standby mode, using it.
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.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k *Parity Check 2 nnnn Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????.
RESTORING YOUR PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) DVD contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your computer configuration for use as documented below. In order to install applications and/or...
Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the icons to find the correct one).
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3. Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed. 4. 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).
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Store your Fujitsu LifeBook in a cool, dry location. ■ Temperatures should remain between 13ºF (-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).
Do not touch the exposed part of the disk behind the ■ metal shutter. Never use the floppy disk drive with any liquid, metal, ■ or other foreign matter inside the floppy disk drive or disk. Never disassemble your floppy disk drive. ■...
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Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Part No: FPC0xxxxxxxxxxxxx E8310, 15.4WXGA, T7100, XPP, DL S-MULTI, 512M, 80G, MDM/LAN, WLAN Model # Screen Size MICROPROCESSOR Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processors (Refer to the system label to determine the speed of your processor).
Optional Bluetooth device for wireless personal area ■ network communication Trusted Platform Module The LifeBook E8310 has a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) installed for added system security. LifeBook Security/Application Panel The Application Launcher buttons on your LifeBook notebook default to the following applications:...
The Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility is pre-installed on your system. With FDU, you can choose to automati- cally or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. (See Automatically Down- loading Driver Updates on page 117 for more information)
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Microsoft Windows XP Professional Edition With Microsoft Works 8.5 and Microsoft Office 60-day trial (Small Business Edition 2007) Microsoft Windows Vista Business Edition With Microsoft Works 8.5 and Microsoft Office 60-day trial (Small Business Edition 2007) Microsoft Works 8.5...
Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook notebook. 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.
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam. Data The information a system stores and processes. Direct current.
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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. Intelligent Drive Electronics.
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Megahertz 1,000,000 cycles per second. Memory A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your LifeBook notebook’s CPU. Megahertz.
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- Method of sending and receiving data - Process used to handle communication errors Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information. Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LifeBook notebook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k Universal Serial Bus. Standard that allows you to simultaneously connect up to 127 USB devices such as game pads, pointing devices, printers, and keyboards to your computer.
Regulatory Information NOTICE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment. FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for class B digital devices, pursuant to parts 15 of the FCC Rules.
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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.
(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.
L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - A p p e n d i x A Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly set up and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device"...
Deactivation of the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). Fujitsu mobile computers employ two methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device: Using the Wireless On/Off Switch, or, ■...
Slide the Wireless LAN/Blue- tooth on/off switch to On posi- tion. XP: In the Control Panel, dou- ble-click the Fujitsu Radio Con- trol icon.Vista: Use the Bluetooth icon in the system tray to disable Bluetooth radio. In the window that appears,...
Configuration of the WLAN Device The optional WLAN Device can be configured to estab- lish wireless network connectivity using one of the following tools: Intel PROSet Software - The Intel PROSet Soft- ■ ware allows for multiple profile setup and supports automatic profile switching.
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L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - A p p e n d i x A address for the access point. Click OK to save the setting and return to the General Settings page.
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Field Name Description Enables the use of Wi-Fi Protected Access. Choosing WPA opens the WPA EAP drop-down menu. Options include TLS and PEAP. If these settings are not known to you, please consult with your network administrator for the correct settings. Enables WPA-Pre-Shared Key.
L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - A p p e n d i x A CONNECTION TO THE NETWORK This section explains connection to the network. If there is an administrator of the network, contact the network administrator for data settings.
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Setting the sharing function Set the sharing function to make file and/or printer sharing with other network-connected personal computers valid. This operation is not required unless the sharing func- tion is to be used. The folder and printer for which the sharing function has been set will be usable from any personal computer present on the network.
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L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - A p p e n d i x A menu displayed. The property window correspond- ing to the selected printer will be displayed. Setting the printer-sharing function when Network Setup Wizard has been executed is suggested on the...
Troubleshooting the WLAN TROUBLESHOOTING Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Unavailable Incorrect network name (SSID) or network network key connection Weak received signal strength and/or link quality The WLAN device has been deactivated...
L i f e B o o k E S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - A p p e n d i x A WLAN Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Typical operating distances**...
Using the Bluetooth Device The Integrated Bluetooth module (EYTF3CSFT) is an optional device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. WHAT IS BLUETOOTH Bluetooth technology is designed as a short-range wire- less link between mobile devices, such as laptop computers, phones, printers, and cameras. Bluetooth technology is used to create Personal Area Networks (PANs) between devices in short-range of each other.
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Fingerprint Sensor Device INTRODUCING THE FINGERPRINT SENSOR DEVICE Your system has an optional fingerprint sensor device below the Touchpad, between the left and right buttons. This also serves as a scroll button. (Figure 1) Figure A-1 Fingerprint sensor Although the system may have a fingerprint sensor in place of a scroll button, the fingerprint sensor can be used for scrolling.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B 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.
1. Click Enroll to proceed to username and password verification. By default, the OmniPass Enrollment Wizard enters the credentials of the currently logged in Windows user. 2. Enter the password you use to log in to Windows. This will become the “master password” for this OmniPass user.
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L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B Remembering a Password OmniPass can remember any application, GUI, or pass- word protected resource that has a password prompt.
Password Management OmniPass provides an interface that lets you manage your passwords. To access this GUI, double-click the OmniPass key in the system tray. Click Vault Manage- ment; you will be prompted to authenticate. Once you gain access to Vault Management, click Manage Pass- words under Vault Settings.
L i f e B o o k E 8 0 0 0 N o t e b o o k – A p p e n d i x B You should periodically export your user ■ profile and store it in a safe place. If anything happens to your system, you can import your OmniPass profile to a new system and have all your remem-...
Removing a user will automatically destroy all OmniPass data associated with that user. All identities and credentials associated with the user will be lost. If you are sure about removing the user, we recommend you export the user profile. User Settings The User Settings tab has four interfaces: Audio Settings, Taskbar Tips, and Enrollment.
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