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Are there ..any technical problems or other questions that you would like help with? Please contact: • our Hotline/Help Desk (refer to the enclosed Help Desk List or go to: "http://ts.fujitsu.com/helpdesk") • your sales partner • your sales office Additional information is contained in the Help Desk list and the "Warranty"...
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Professional Notebook Operating Manual Innovative technology... Important notes Preparing the notebook for use Using your notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Energy saving functions Settings in BIOS Setup Troubleshooting and tips Manufacturer’s notes Index...
This manual contains general information and instructions for use with Professional Notebooks from Fujitsu Technology Solutions. Among other things, this operating manual will tell you how to get your notebook ready for use and how to use its different components.
"Safety information" • cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more information, go to "http://ts.fujitsu.com" • Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations of other materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" Manual indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g:...
Important notes Important notes Importantnotes Notes: This chapter contains essential safety information which must be followed when working with your notebook. Other notes also provide useful information which will help you with your notebook. safety information safetyinformation Pay attention to the information provided in the "Safety" manual and in the following safety notes.
To protect the notebook against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying case to transport your notebook. You will find the current range on the Internet under "http://ts.fujitsu.com/accessories". • Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
Important notes Cleaning the notebook Cleaning Keyboard: Touchpad: LCDscreen: ► Switch the notebook off. ► Unplug the mains plug of the mains adapter from the mains socket. Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician. Only use cleaning products designed for computers.
Preparing the notebook for use Preparing the notebook for use Gettingstarted Please read and observe the relevant notes in "Important notes", Page 3 and in the manual for your radio components. You must charge the battery and install the application programmes before you can work with the notebook.
Preparing the notebook for use Mains adapter connecting Preparingforoperation Mainsadapter: Please read the information in "Selecting the location", Page The power cable supplied conforms to the requirements of the country in which you purchased your notebook. Make sure that the power cable is approved for use in the country in which you intend to use it.
► During installation, follow the on-screen instructions. Consult the operating system manual if anything is unclear about the requested input data. The "Drivers & Utilities" CD/DVD or the Internet at: "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support", provides further information on the system, drivers, utilities, updates, manuals etc.
Using your notebook Using your notebook Operation,notebook This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please refer to "Connecting external devices", Page 46 for instructions on how to connect external devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook. Please refer to the notes in the chapter "Important notes", Page An overview of the device can be found in the EasyGuide.
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Using your notebook Backspace key The Backspace key deletes the character to the left of the cursor. Backspace Backspace Tab key The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop. Tabkey Enter key (return) The Enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered is executed when you press this key.
Using your notebook Start button (Windows Vista) The Start key opens the Windows Start menu. Startkey Menu key The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item. Menukey Virtual numeric keypad Numericalkeypad,seevirtualnumber pad Virtualnumerickeypad Indicator:Num Lock The keyboard of your notebook does not have a separate number block. To provide the convenience of a numeric keypad, your keyboard is equipped with a virtual numeric keypad.
Using your notebook TouchStick, Touchpad, TouchStick and Touchpad buttons Scrollkey TouchStick Buttons: Buttons: Touchpadbuttons TouchStickbuttons Touchpad Depending on your particular model, your notebook may be equipped with a TouchStick (1) and a Touchpad (2) for the mouse controls. Instead of mouse keys, your notebook has TouchStick buttons (3) and Touchpad buttons (4).
Using your notebook Using Touchpad buttons Moving the pointer Touchpad: TouchStick: ► Move your finger on the Touchpad. ► Press down gently with your finger on the TouchStick. If you want to move the pointer to the left for example, press down gently on the left side of the TouchStick. The pointer will move accordingly.
Notes: High-quality TFT displays with especially bright background lighting 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.
Using your notebook Permanently unlit or lit pixels The standard of production techniques today cannot guarantee an absolutely fault-free screen display. A few isolated constant lit or unlit pixels may be present. The maximum permitted number of pixels faults is stipulated in the strict international standard ISO 13406-2 (Class II). Example: A 15"...
Using your notebook Selecting the font size (under Windows Vista) Adjustingthefontsize LCDscreen: You can choose between a larger and a smaller font. ► Right-click on the desktop. Configure the settings as desired under Personalization – Adjust font size (DPI) (in the left-hand menu selection) – Continue . ►...
Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery Battery: Battery: Only use rechargeable batteries approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions for your notebook. Take care not to drop batteries or otherwise damage their casing (fire risk). If rechargeable batteries develop a fault please stop using them immediately.
Using your notebook Battery storing Self-discharge,battery Battery: Chargingcapacity,battery Battery: Keep the battery pack in a dry environment between 0 °C and +30 °C. The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, the lower the rate of self-discharge. If you will be storing batteries for a longer period (longer than two months), the battery charge level should be approx.
Using your notebook Modules (device-dependent) Modulebay Modules The design of your notebook enables the flexible use of notebook batteries and drives. More information about the available modules can be found under "Technical Data" in the EasyGuide. The position of the module and the ejection mechanism varies depending on the particular device.
Using your notebook Removing a module Device variant 1 Module: Drive: Secondbattery: Weightsaver: ► Place the notebook on a flat surface. Use the corresponding icon in the task bar to stop the module: ► Left-click on the icon. ► Select the module you want to stop and remove. ►...
Using your notebook Device variant 2 Module Drive Secondbattery WeightSaver ► Place the notebook on a flat surface. Use the corresponding icon in the task bar to stop the module: ► Left-click on the icon. ► Select the module you want to stop and remove. ►...
Using your notebook Device variant 2 ► Slide the module in the direction of the arrow into the notebook (1) until it you feel it lock in place. Optical drive Opticaldrive You can replace your optical drive with another module (e.g. drive or battery) (see "Modules (device-dependent)", Page 19).
Using your notebook Inserting or removing a CD/DVD CD/DVD: CD/DVD: The notebook must be switched on. ► Push the insert/eject button (1). The drive tray will open. ► Gently pull the drive tray (2) completely out. ► Place the CD/DVD in the drive tray with the label facing upwards.
Using your notebook Memory cards Slot: SecureDigital Memorycard: Depending on the particular model, your notebook may be equipped with a memory card slot. The memory card slot permits the operation of a "Secure Digital" (SD) memory card. Memorycard: Please read the documentation supplied with the memory card for any special instructions. Memory card inserting Memorycard: ►...
Using your notebook PC cards and ExpressCards PCcard ExpressCard CardBus,seePCcard PCMCIA,seePCcard PC-card,seePCcard An ExpressCard slot enables operation of an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54. A PC card slot enables the notebook to operate one type I or type II PC card. Please read the documentation on the PC card and/or on the ExpressCard and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Using your notebook Inserting a card PCcard ExpressCard Devices with an eject button ► If the eject button is lowered, you must first cause the eject button to release from the notebook casing. To do this, press the eject button until it pops out. Press the eject button (1) to make the placeholder for the card protrude from the notebook’s case.
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Using your notebook Devices without an eject button ► Press the edge of the placeholder (1) to make the card placeholder protrude from the notebook’s case. ► Pull the card placeholder out of the slot (2). ► Insert the card into the slot guide with the connection contacts first.
Using your notebook Removing the card PCcard ExpressCard You can stop the ExpressCard, using the corresponding symbol in the task bar: ► Left-click on the icon. ► Select the card you want to stop and remove. ► Press the Enter key. Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the card.
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Using your notebook Devices without an eject button ► Press the edge of the card (1) so that the card protrudes a little from the notebook. ► Pull the card out of the slot (2). ► Insert the card placeholder into the slot guide.
Using your notebook Integrated 56k modem (optional) 56k modem Modem The integrated 56k modem supports all data communication applications, such as: • Modem operation: High-speed downloads at up to 56,000 bit/s (V.9x). Backwards-compatible to V.34 modems. • Fax operation: Transmitting and receiving at up to 14,400 bit/s •...
Using your notebook Connecting the notebook to a LAN LAN: ► Connect the LAN cable to the notebook’s LAN port (1). ► Connect the LAN cable to your network connector (2). A26391-K200-Z226-1-7619, edition 2...
If you lose both the user and the admin passwords you will need to contact our help desk. You will find the telephone numbers on the help desk list supplied or on the Internet under "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/". Passwords are not covered by your warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.
Security functions Brief overview of security functions Briefoverviewofsecurityfunctions Securityfunctions Security functions Type of protection Preparation Kensington Lock Mechanical Fitting and locking the Kensington MicroSaver (accessory) Fingerprint sensor Biometric Installing the supplied (device-dependent) fingerprint software BIOS password protection Password protection for BIOS Specify at least one supervisor Setup, operating system and password in the BIOS Setup...
Security functions Using Kensington Lock KensingtonLock Anti-theftprotection KensingtonLock: The notebook has a Kensington Lock device for the Kensington MicroSaver. With the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can protect your notebook and Port Replicator from theft. The Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory. ►...
Security functions Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup BIOS Setup: Before using the various options for password protection in the BIOS Setup to increase data security, please note the following hints: • Please make sure that you always remember your passwords, as you will not be able to access your BIOS Setup and/or your system any longer if you forget the user password and the supervisor password.
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Security functions Setting the supervisor and user password ► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Security menu. ► Select the Set Supervisor Password field and press the Enter key. With Enter new Password: you are asked to enter a password. ►...
Security functions Cancelling supervisor and user password To cancel a password (without setting a new password) proceed as follows: ► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Security menu. ► Highlight the Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password field and press the Enter key. You will be initially requested to enter the old password by the Enter current Password prompt.
Security functions Password protection for the hard disk Passwordprotection: The had disk password prevents unauthorised access to the hard disk drives and is checked internally each time the system is booted. The condition for this is that you have assigned at least the supervisor password. Activating hard disk protection (LIFEBOOK) ►...
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Security functions Activating the hard disk protection (ESPRIMO Mobile) ► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Main menu. ► Highlight the Main HDD field and press the Enter key. ► Select the Change Password field and press the enter key. ►...
Security functions Cancelling the hard disk protection (ESPRIMO Mobile) To cancel a password without setting a new one, proceed as follows: ► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Main menu. ► Highlight the Main HDD field and press the Enter key. ►...
Security functions Owner Information (device-dependent) The BIOS feature Owner Information enables you to enter up to 80 characters of text which is displayed in the bottom left corner of the screen before the operating system boots up. You could use this feature for example to put your name and telephone number on the notebook in case it is lost or stolen.
In order to be able to take advantage of all the security features of your notebook, you will need a CardOS SmartCard from Fujitsu Technology Solutions. The SmartCard can only be used with a PIN, offering maximum protection even if you lose the SmartCard.
Security functions SmartCard as software protection (SmartCase Logon+) ™ Together with a CardOS SmartCard, software like SmartCase Logon+ gives you the ™ option of logging on with the SmartCard and entering your PIN. If the PIN is entered correctly, SmartCard is checked and the operating system is booted. The SmartCard must remain in the SmartCard reader during the entire work session.
Security API Smart Security API 4.1 is middleware which supports the entire range of mobile and stationary clients from Fujitsu Technology Solutions. Independent of the TPM hardware, it is needed by everyone who uses a PKI Smart Security environment for identification purposes.
Security functions Enabling TPM ► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Security menu. ► Mark the field TPM Security Chip Setting (LIFEBOOK) or TPM Configuration (ESPRIMO Mobile) and press Enter. ► Select Enabled to activate the TPM. Once you have activated the TPM the Clear Security Chip option appears. Select Clear Security Chip to delete the holder in the TPM.
Connecting external devices Connecting external devices Peripherals,see Devices Devices: Externaldevices,connecting Under all circumstances, please observe the safety notes provided in "Important notes", Page 3 chapter. Read the documentation on the external device before connecting it. Do not connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm. Do not pull on the cable when disconnecting a cable.
Connecting external devices Connecting an external monitor Externalmonitor: You can connect an external monitor to the notebook’s VGA or DVI port. Information about the resolutions supported by the graphics card of your notebook can be found in the "Technical Data" chapter in the EasyGuide. You can use a key combination to switch back and forth between the external monitor and the notebook?s LCD screen.
Connecting external devices Connecting USB devices (printer, mouse, keyboard, etc.) USBdevices: On the USB ports you can connect external devices that also have a USB interface (e.g. a printer, a mouse, a keyboard or a scanner). USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect devices while your operating system is running.
Connecting external devices Connecting an external device to S-Video Out (device-dependent) Televisionset: Projector: You can connect a TV set or a projector to the notebook. ► Switch off the notebook and the external device. ► Connect the external device to the S Video Out socket of your notebook. ►...
Energy saving functions Energy saving functions Energysaving functions: The notebook uses less energy when the available energy saving functions are used. You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery. Windows XP: You can set the power-management features for your notebook under Start - (Settings) - Control Panel - Power Options.
Energy saving functions Standby mode Standby mode ON/OFF button ► Press the ON/OFF button to switch the Standby mode on and off. Windows XP: You can configure the ON/OFF button under Start –(Settings) - Control Panel - Performance and Maintenance - Power Options - Advanced. Windows Vista: You can configure the ON/OFF switch under Start symbol - (Settings) - Control Panel - Mobile PC - Power Options - Advanced.
Settings in BIOS Setup Settings in BIOS Setup Settings System settings Configuration BIOS Setup: Setup,seeBIOSsetup System configuration Hardwareconfiguration In BIOS Setup you can set the system functions and the hardware configuration of the notebook. The settings can only be changed via the keyboard. When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings.
Settings in BIOS Setup Exit Saving Changes Select Exit Saving Changes and Yes to save the current settings and exit Bios Setup. The device is rebooted and the new settings come into effect. Exit Discarding Changes To discard the changes, select Exit Discarding Changes and Yes. The settings which were in force when the BIOS Setup was called remain effective.
► For further clarification of the problem, contact the Help Desk for your country (see the Help Desk list or visit the Internet at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support"). For this, please have ready the ID number & serial number of your system and the DIFS code.
Troubleshooting and tips No display appears on the screen, the power-on indicator flashes Monitor: Power-onindicator: Cause Troubleshooting The screen power-management feature may ► Press any key to activate the display be active. The notebook is in Standby or Suspend mode. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The LCD screen is difficult to read LCDscreen Display Display,difficulttoread LCDscreenistoodark LCDscreen,toobright Cause Troubleshooting Reflected glare ► Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the LCD screen. Brightness control is set to dark. ► Set the brightness control of the LCD screen to bright.
Troubleshooting and tips The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable Externalmonitor: Externalmonitor: Cause Troubleshooting The wrong external monitor has been selected Windows XP: or the wrong screen resolution has been set for ► Terminate the application program in the application programme.
Troubleshooting and tips Battery indicator no longer appears in status indicator panel Battery: Cause Troubleshooting No battery installed or no contact between ► Check whether the battery is installed notebook and battery. correctly in its compartment. ► Charge the battery. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The notebook cannot be started Notebook: Cause Troubleshooting The battery is not installed correctly. ► Switch the notebook off. ► Check whether the battery is installed correctly in its compartment. ► Switch the notebook on. The battery is flat. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The ON/OFF button does not respond properly ON/OFF button: Cause Troubleshooting The system may be processing. ► Wait until the system has completed processing. You have not pressed the ON/OFF button long ► Press the ON/OFF button until the notebook enough to switch off the notebook.
Troubleshooting and tips The printer does not print Printer: Cause Troubleshooting ► Make sure that the printer is switched on Printer not ready-for-use and is online (see the manuals supplied with the printer). Data line between notebook and printer ► Check that the cable connecting the interrupted notebook and the printer is connected properly.
Troubleshooting and tips No sound or audio signal to the internal or external loudspeakers Loudspeaker: Cause Troubleshooting Volume set incorrectly Windows XP: ► Make sure that the sound driver is correctly installed under Control Panel - System - Hardware - Device Manager. ►...
Troubleshooting and tips The CD/DVD does not work – no sound during CD/DVD playback CD/DVD: Cause Troubleshooting CD inserted incorrectly ► Check whether the CD/DVD has been properly inserted into the drive. CD faulty or not standard ► Check whether the CD/DVD is scratched, warped, dirty or damp.
Troubleshooting and tips Error messages on the screen Error messages onthescreen Error message: 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.
Troubleshooting and tips Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration ► Press the function key when prompted used Due to an error during the previous system to do so. boot, default values were used for certain settings. Check the settings in the BIOS Setup. Real Time clock error ►...
Manufacturer’s notes Manufacturer’s notes Manufacturer,notes Disposal and recycling Notes Information about this subject can be found on your notebook or on our Internet pages. Copyright-protected technology Copyright-protectedtechnology This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the USA. Although it is not explicitly forbidden to travel the US trading area carrying this device, but to avoid trouble at customs clearance Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH recommends not to bring this device into the US trading area.
The user should be aware that compliance with the certification standards does not prevent service degradation in some situations. Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or A26391-K200-Z226-1-7619, edition 2...
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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.
Manufacturer’s notes CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. For Authorized Repair Technicians Only CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the same type and rating fuse. WARNING: Danger of explosion if Lithium (CMOS) battery is incorrectly replaced.
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(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 Technology Solutions may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment. A26391-K200-Z226-1-7619, edition 2...
Index Index 56k modem 30 CE marking 66 Charging capacity, battery 17–18 Cleaning 5 Configuration Acoustic warnings 63 BIOS setup 52 Adjusting the font size 15–16 Connecting audio devices 48–49 Adjusting the resolution 15 Connecting headphones 48 Alt Gr key 10 Contents of delivery 6 Anti-theft protection 34 Copyright-protected technology 66...
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Index External monitor: settings 15 connecting to the notebook 47 LCD screen is too dark 55–56 no screen display 57 LCD screen: screen display drifts 57 adjusting the resolution 15 stays blank 56 cleaning 5 External screen: decreasing brightness 16 selecting the display 16 font size 15–16 synchronizing the display 16...
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Index Notebook: Return 10 not reacting 59 not starting 59 setting up 6 safety information 3 switching on for the first time 8 Screen brightness: Notes decreasing 16 disposal / recycling 66 increasing 16 Notes: Screen settings 15 important 3 Scroll key 12 LCD screen 14 Second battery 19...
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Index Touchpad: cleaning 5 USB devices: does not work 60 connecting 48 dragging the item 13 software 48 moving the pointer 13 USB port 48 scrolling down 13 User password: scrolling up 13 forgotten 63 selecting an item 13 TouchStick 12 TouchStick buttons 12 Video devices, connecting 49 TouchStick:...