User’s Guide Learn how to use your Fujitsu LifeBook S6520 notebook
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. We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes. Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited.
WARNING HANDLING THE CORD ON THIS PRODUCT WILL EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD, A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. © Copyright 2007 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed I.T.E. Class II Adapters with an output rating of 19 VDC, with a current of 4.22A (80 W).
System Disposal Hg LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL LAWS. Recycling your battery Over time, the batteries that run your mobile computer will begin to hold a charge for a shorter amount of time; this is a natural occurrence for all batteries. When this occurs, you may want to replace the battery with a fresh one*.
Contents Preface About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Conventions Used in the Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Fujitsu Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Touchpad Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Touchpad Control Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your LifeBook Notebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Boot Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Hard Disk Drive Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Installing Memory Stick/SDxD Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Removing A Memory Stick/SD/xD Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Using PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Installing PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restoring Your Pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Re-installing Individual Drivers and Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Restoring the Operating System for Windows XP Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Restoring the Operating System for Windows Vista Systems . . . . . . . . . . 114 Running Recovery and Utility from the disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Automatically Downloading Driver Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Popular Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Pre-Installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Learning About Your Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WLAN Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 Using the Bluetooth Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 What is Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174 Where to Find Information About Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preface About This Guide The LifeBook S6520 notebook from Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation provides desktop performance with a fast, Intel® Core™ 2 processor. Your notebook has a built-in 14.1” TFT WXGA color display. This system brings the computing power of desktop personal computers (PCs) to a portable environment. Your computer comes with Microsoft Windows® XP Professional or Windows Vista Business operating system pre-installed.
THE INFORMATION ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT WILL ENHANCE YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF THE SUBJECT MATERIAL. THE CAUTION ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT IS IMPORTANT TO THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR PLEASE READ ALL CAUTION INFORMATION CAREFULLY. COMPUTER, OR TO THE INTEGRITY OF YOUR FILES. THE WARNING ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO EITHER YOU, YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK, OR YOUR FILES. PLEASE READ ALL WARNING INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
• • • • Purchase date Conditions under which the problem occurred Any error messages that have occurred Type of device connected, if any Fujitsu Shopping Online You can go directly to the online by going to the website at: www.shopfujitsu.com. YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE INTERNET CONNECTION TO USE THE ONLINE URL LINKS. Limited Warranty Your LifeBook notebook is backed by a Fujitsu International Limited Warranty.
Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook S6520 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. Figure 1.
Locating the Controls and Connectors Web Camera Fingerprint Sensor Display Panel LifeBook Security/ Application Panel Status Indicator Panel Power/Suspend/Resume Button Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth On/Off Switch IEEE1394 Jack Stereo Speakers Headphone Jack Keyboard Microphone Jack Display Panel Latch Button Touchpad Pointing Device Status Indicator Panel S-Video Out Jack Figure 2.
Top Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s top components. Display Panel The display panel is a color LED panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. LifeBook Security/Application Panel The LifeBook Security/Application Panel provides hardware security and one-touch application launch capability. See “LifeBook Security/Application Panel” on page 39.
Display Panel Latch Button The display panel latch button is used to latch and unlatch the display. See “Opening the Display Panel” on page 50. S-Video Out Jack The S-Video output is used to transmit a higher resolution video signal to a compatible TV or VCR. Note that in order to use this jack, you must use the S-Video adapter cable that came with your system. See “SVideo Out Jack” on page 92. Microphone Jack The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone.
LAN (RJ-45) Jack PC Card Slot DC-In Jack PC Card Eject Button Infrared Port Air Vents Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Slot External Video Port Figure 3. LifeBook notebook left-side panel Left-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components. Gigabit LAN (RJ-45) Jack The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal Gigabit (10Base-T/100Base-Tx/1000Base-T) Ethernet LAN connection. See “Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack” on page 89.
DC Power Jack The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter to power your LifeBook notebook and charge the internal Lithium ion battery. PC Card Slot The PC Card Slots allow you to install a PC Card. See “Using PC Cards” on page 79. PC Card Eject Button The PC Card eject button is used for removing a PC Card from the slot. Infrared Port The IrDA-compatible port allows you to communicate with another IrDA-compatible infrared device without a cable.
Anti-Theft Lock Slot Modem Jack USB Port Air Vents Optical Drive Release Button USB Ports Flexible Bay (shown with Optical Drive installed) 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. Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device. USB 2.0 Ports The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. USB 2.
Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack The Modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is for attaching a telephone line to the internal multinational 56K modem. See “Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack” on page 86. THE INTERNAL MODEM IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH DIGITAL PBX SYSTEMS. DO NOT CONNECT DIGITAL PBX AS IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL MODEM OR YOUR ENTIRE NOTEBOOK. CONSULT YOUR PBX MANUFACTURER’S DOCUMENTATION FOR DETAILS. SOME HOTELS HAVE DIGITAL PBX SYSTEMS. BE SURE TO FIND OUT BEFORE YOU CONNECT YOUR MODEM.
Flexible Bay The flexible bay can accommodate any of the following modular devices. (See “Flexible Bay Devices” on page 36.
Anti-Theft Lock Slot Figure 5. LifeBook notebook back panel Back Panel Components Following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s back panel components. Anti-theft Lock Slot The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device.
Lithium ion Battery Bay Battery Release Latches Flexible Bay Device Lock Memory Upgrade Compartment Dust Filter Air Vents (multiple locations) Figure 6. LifeBook notebook bottom panel 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.
Battery Release Latches The battery release latches are used to lock and release the battery in the battery bay. See “Lithium ion Battery” on page 65. Flexible Bay Device Lock The flexible bay device lock is used to lock and release a modular flexible bay device in the flexible bay. See “Flexible Bay Devices” on page 36. Memory Upgrade Compartment Your notebook comes with high speed Double Data Rate 2 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR2 SDRAM).
ScrLk NumLk CapsLk Battery 2 Charge Battery 1 Charge Power AC Adapter Battery 1 Level Battery 2 Level Hard Drive/ Optical Drive Access Figure 7. Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicators display symbols that correspond to specific components of your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. The LEDs below each symbol tell you how each of those components is operating. Power Indicator The Power indicator symbol states whether your system is operational.
• Steady Off: This means that your system is either in Save-to-Disk mode, or that your notebook has been turned off. If you are charging your battery, the Power indicator will remain on even if your notebook is shut off. The Power indicator will also remain on if you have either adapter connected and are shut down from Windows. AC Adapter Indicator The AC Adapter indicator states whether your notebook is operating from the AC adapter, Auto/Airline adapter or battery.
• • • • Green, solid: Battery is between 51% and 100% charged. Orange, solid: Battery is between 13% and 50% charged. Red, solid: Battery is 12% or less charged. Orange, blinking: Blinks during battery status measurement (Four seconds after the battery is installed). • Red, blinking: There is a problem with the battery. • Off: There is no battery installed or the battery has no charge.
CapsLock Indicator The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters. ScrLk Indicator The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.
Keyboard Function Keys Fn Key Start Key Numeric Keypad (surrounded by heavy line) Application Key Cursor Keys Figure 8. 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.
• 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. • Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows operating system and function the same as the onscreen Start menu button, or the right button on your pointing device.
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. • The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with another key. • [Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.
Touchpad Pointing Device Cursor Control Left Button Scroll/Fingerprint Sensor Right Button Figure 9. Touchpad pointing device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, a left button, a right button, and a scroll/fingerprint sensor. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display.
AN EXTERNAL MOUSE CAN BE CONNECTED TO THE USB PORTS ON YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK AND HOWEVER, IF YOU BOOT THE SYSTEM WITH AN EXTERNAL MOUSE CONNECTED THE TOUCHPAD WILL BE DISABLED OR ENABLED DEPENDING ON THE SPECIFICATIONS IN YOUR BIOS SETTINGS. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 54. USED SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH THE TOUCHPAD. Clicking Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the left button once, and then immediately release it.
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, and immediately release it. You can also perform the double-click operation by tapping lightly on the Touchpad twice. Figure 12. Double-clicking with button Figure 13.
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. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on the pad after the final tap.
Scrolling Using the fingerprint sensor as a scrolling button allows you to navigate through a document quickly without using the window’s scroll bars. This is particularly useful when you are navigating through on-line pages. To use the sensor, slide your finger forwards or backwards, depending upon the direction you want to scroll. When you have reached the desired section of the page, lift your finger. Figure 16.
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. IF YOU INSTALL AN EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICE THAT HAS AN INDEPENDENT VOLUME CONTROL, THE HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL AND THE SOFTWARE VOLUME CONTROL WILL INTERACT WITH EACH OTHER. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT IF YOU SET YOUR SOFTWARE VOLUME TO OFF, YOU WILL OVERRIDE THE EXTERNAL VOLUME CONTROL SETTING.
Emergency Tray Release Flexible Bay Release Button Flexible Bay Figure 17. Flexible Bay Flexible Bay Devices Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a Flexible Bay. The Flexible Bay can house an optical drive, a Lithium ion battery, or a weight saver. 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.
Removing and Installing Modular Devices There are two ways to remove and install modular devices in the Flexible Bay: • Cold-swapping: swapping devices while your LifeBook notebook is powered off. • Hot-swapping: swapping devices while your system is active, using the Safely Remove Hardware icon from your system tray. YOU SHOULD NEVER LEAVE YOUR FLEXIBLE BAY EMPTY WHEN THE NOTEBOOK IS IN OPERATION. IF LEFT EMPTY, DUST OR FOREIGN MATTER MAY ACCUMULATE INSIDE THE NOTEBOOK.
Your LifeBook notebook will automatically detect the new device and activate it within your system. The drive letters associated with the device will be created and listed under My Computer and Windows Explorer. Hot-swapping Hot-swapping is provided through the Safely Remove Hardware utility. The icon for the utility appears in the system tray. Click on the icon and follow the on-screen instructions.
Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 Enter Button Security Indicator Figure 19. LifeBook Security/Application Panel 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. The Security/Application Panel also allows you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on.
Setting up Your LifeBook Security Panel When you receive your LifeBook notebook, the security panel application is pre-installed without any passwords. The following sections provide detailed information on your security panel, and how to set, change or remove passwords. Numbered Buttons Use these buttons to enter your password. Enter Button After entering the button strokes, push this button to enter the password into the LifeBook notebook.
Setting Passwords When shipped from the factory, no passwords are set. You have a choice of having no password or setting supervisor and user passwords. You must set the supervisor password before the user password. THE PURPOSE OF SUPERVISOR PASSWORD IS TO BE ABLE TO BYPASS THE USER PASSWORD IN CASE THE USER PASSWORD IS FORGOTTEN. THE SUPERVISOR PASSWORD ALONE WILL NOT LOCK THE SYSTEM. YOU MUST SET BOTH THE SUPERVISOR AND USER PASSWORDS FOR THE SECURITY PANEL TO WORK.
Setting User Password Windows XP: 1 2 3 4 Go to the Start menu. Click on Programs. Click on Security Panel Application and Set User Password. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the user password Windows Vista: 1 2 3 4 Go to the Start menu. Select All Programs. Select Security Panel Application and Set User Password. Follow instructions to set the user password. YOU MAY CHANGE OR REMOVE THE SUPERVISOR OR USER PASSWORD BY REPEATING THE STEPS DEFINED ABOVE.
From Suspend State 1 Press your Power/Suspend/Resume button. 2 When the Security Indicator flashes, enter the password and press [Enter] button. 3 The notebook should resume normal operation. Incorrect Password Entry If an invalid supervisor or user password is entered three times in succession, the system will “beep” for about one minute. If a valid password is entered within a minute (while system beeps), the beeping will stop and the notebook will resume normal operation.
Uninstalling the Security Panel Application You have two options when uninstalling the security panel application: • Uninstall the security panel application software. This will disable all security feature. • Uninstall the security panel application with password still active. This will not allow any changes to the password.
Supervisor: 1 2 3 Go to Start Menu, Click on Control Panel. 4 When the Confirm File Deletion box appears, click Yes. Open Add/Remove Programs Properties in the Control Panel. Select the Security Panel Application for Supervisor (In Vista: Security Panel for Supervisor) in the list, and click Add/Remove. Reinstalling the Security/Application Panel To reinstall supervisor or user security application, you will need your Drivers and Applications CD.
Launching Applications with the Security/Application Panel The security panel also enables you to launch applications with the touch of a button when your system is on. Pressing any of the buttons will launch a user-defined application. Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Security /Application Panel. These utilities are found in the Control Panel under Application Panel.
The Internet tab is different. It comes set to launch your Windows default Internet browser (Internet Explorer), unless you have changed this in Windows. In order to reconfigure it to launch another program follow these easy steps: 1 2 3 4 Click on Other from the Internet browser box. Click on Browse from Start Menu. Scroll down the list of applications, and then click on the application you wish to launch with this button. Click OK. The button will now launch the new application.
Chapter 2 Getting Started with Your LifeBook DC Power Jack 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.
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 1 Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook notebook. 2 Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet. Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter 1 Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your notebook.
Display Panel Latch 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 1 2 Press the Display Panel latch button in. This releases the locking mechanism, allowing you to raise the display.
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness Once you have turned on your LifeBook notebook, you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust the brightness, by using the keyboard or the power management utility. 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.
Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On Power/Suspend/Resume Button The Power/Suspend/Resume button is used to turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can power on your LifeBook notebook. WHEN YOU TURN ON YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK, BE SURE YOU HAVE A POWER SOURCE. THIS MEANS THAT A BATTERY IS INSTALLED AND CHARGED, OR THAT THE AC OR AUTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER IS CONNECTED AND HAS POWER.
NEVER TURN OFF YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK DURING THE POWER ON SELF TEST (POST) OR IT WILL LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK ON THE NEXT TIME. See “Power On Self Test Messages” on page 106 CAUSE AN ERROR MESSAGE TO BE DISPLAYED WHEN YOU TURN YOUR Boot Sequence The procedure for starting-up your notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves your notebook’s BIOS. When your LifeBook notebook is first turned on, the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find instructions to start up your notebook.
BIOS Setup Utility The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your LifeBook notebook. Your BIOS is set at the factory for normal operating conditions, therefore there is no need to set or change the BIOS’ environment to operate your notebook. The BIOS Setup Utility configures: • Device control feature parameters, such as changing I/O addresses and boot devices. • System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.
Clicking on any of the fields will invoke the screen, information, or action described. The Boot Menu can also be invoked by pressing the [F12] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. BIOS Guide A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support website at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support, then select User’s Guides under Online Support. Select your Product, Series, and Model, then click [Go]. Under the Manuals tab, select the BIOS Guide.
1 First of all, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs). • • IF YOU REJECT THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENTS YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REVIEW THE LICENSE AGREEMENTS FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING WINDOWS OR TO SHUT DOWN YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK. YOU CANNOT USE YOUR NOTEBOOK UNTIL YOU HAVE ACCEPTED THE LICENSE AGREEMENTS. IF YOU STOP THE WINDOWS WELCOME PROCESS, EVEN IF YOU SHUT YOUR NOTEBOOK DOWN AND START IT UP AGAIN.
Starting Windows XP the First Time Registering Windows XP with Microsoft In order to ensure that you receive the most benefits from the Windows operating system, it should be registered the first time you use it. After you receive the Windows Welcome screen, you will be prompted to enter registration information in the following order. First of all, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs).
Registering Your LifeBook notebook with Fujitsu 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! ClickMe! BEFORE INSTALLING THE CLICKME! UTILITY, BE SURE THE WIRELESS LAN SWITCH IS TURNED ON. Windows Vista Systems The first time you boot up your system, you will see a “Primary Settings for the PC” window.
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 118.
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. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness.
Standby (Sleep) Mode Standby (Sleep) mode in Windows saves the contents of your system memory during periods of inactivity by maintaining power to critical parts. This mode turns off the CPU, display, hard drive, and all other internal components except those necessary to maintain system memory and for restarting. Your notebook can be put in Standby mode by: • Pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on.
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 Windows Vista: The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these steps: 1 2 From the Start menu, select Control Panel.
Restarting the System If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure. Windows Vista: 1 2 Click the Start button, and then move the mouse over the right arrow. Select the desired action from the list. Windows XP: 1 2 3 Click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. Select the Restart option from within the Windows Shut Down dialog box. Click OK to restart your notebook. Your notebook will shut down and then reboot.
Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows allows your notebook to complete its operations and turn off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The proper sequence is: Windows Vista: Click the [Start] button, and then move the mouse over the small arrow at the bottom right of the righthand pane. Select Shut Down from the list. Windows XP: Click the [Start] button, click Turn Off Computer, and then select the Turn Off option.
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 battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
• ACTUAL BATTERY LIFE WILL VARY BASED ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS, APPLICATIONS, FEATURES, POWER MANAGEMENT SETTINGS, BATTERY CONDITION AND OTHER CUSTOMER PREFERENCES. CD-ROM DRIVE, MULTI-FORMAT DVD WRITER, DVD/CD-RW DRIVE COMBO, OR HARD DRIVE USAGE MAY ALSO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON BATTERY LIFE. THE BATTERY CHARGING CAPACITY IS REDUCED AS THE BATTERY AGES. IF YOUR BATTERY IS RUNNING LOW QUICKLY, YOU SHOULD REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE.
USING HEAVY CURRENT DEVICES SUCH AS THE MODEM OR FREQUENT DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM 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 notebook will go into Standby mode. There is no guarantee that your data will be saved once the notebook reaches this point.
Replacing the Battery With the purchase of an additional battery, you can have a fully charged spare to swap with one that is not charged. There are two ways to swap batteries, cold-swapping and hot-swapping: Cold-swapping Batteries To cold-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these easy steps: 1 2 3 4 5 Have a charged battery ready to install. 6 7 Insert a new battery into the bay, and press it down so that the latches click into place. Shut down your notebook and disconnect the AC adapter.
Battery Lift Point Left Battery Latch Right Battery Latch Battery Pack Figure 22. Removing a Battery 2 Follow steps 3 through 6 in “Cold Swapping Batteries”. IF THE LITHIUM ION BATTERY CONNECTOR IS NOT FULLY SEATED, YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO USE YOUR NOTEBOOK OR CHARGE YOUR BATTERY.
Emergency Tray Release Media Tray Eject Button Media Holder Tray Figure 23. Optical Drive 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 and DVD/CD-RW Combo drives are collectively 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).
• Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer: This drive allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as well as to read and write to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD RAM discs. The dual-layer architecture allows you to record up to 8.5 GB of data on DVD+R discs. Media Player Software Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer model only: With the Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer and media player software you can play DVD movies and music CDs on your LifeBook notebook.
• 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. THE REGION NUMBER IS A REGIONAL RESTRICTION DVD FORUM ACTING ON HOLLYWOOD REQUIREMENTS. DIFFERENT REGION DVD TITLES FOR PUBLICATION IN DIFFERENT AREAS OF THE WORLD.
1. 2. 3. 4. Figure 24. Loading/Ejecting Media Removing Media 1 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 LifeBook notebook a short distance. 2 3 4 Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray. Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.
Emergency Optical Drive Tray Release If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the media tray with a paper clip or similar tool inserted into the eject hole in the right side of the front of the tray as shown in Figure 25. Straighten one side of a paper clip and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out. This procedure will work whether the system is running or not. Figure 25.
Opening the Media Player Control Panel With most DVD-ROMs, you have the option of altering how the movie should play and what you wish to view. You can do this by using the media player control panel and the mouse. 1 2 Right-click on the movie screen to open a dropdown menu for options. Select View, then Player for all the controls available. This will open the control panel into the bottom of the screen.
• MANY MOVIE RUN-TIMES ARE LONGER THAN YOUR SYSTEM CAN SUPPORT ON A SINGLE BATTERY. IF YOU ARE WATCHING A DVD MOVIE ON BATTERY POWER YOU MAY NEED TO SWAP IN AN ADDITIONAL, AC POWER DURING THE MOVIE TO VIEW IT IN ITS ENTIRETY. CHARGED BATTERY OR ATTACH • AN ADDITIONAL FULLY-CHARGED BATTERY IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED IF YOU WILL BE WATCHING DVD MOVIES ON BATTERY POWER. IF YOU DON’T HAVE AN ADDITIONAL BATTERY, YOU MAY PURCHASE ONE EITHER ONLINE AT: HTTP://WWW.COMPUTERS.US.FUJITSU.
Memory Stick SD Card xD Card Figure 26. Memory Stick, SD Card, xD Card Figure 27. Installing a Memory Stick/SD/xD Card Memory Stick/Secure Digital/xD Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports Memory Sticks, Secure Digital (SD), and xD-Picture 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.
xD-Picture Cards work the same as Memory Sticks and SD Cards, but they are much smaller than either one. xD-Picture Cards are primarily used to store and transfer images with devices such as cell phones. Installing Memory Stick/SDxD Cards Memory Stick, SD, and xD Cards are installed in the Memory Stick/SD/xD Card slot. To install a card, follow these steps: INSTALLING OR REMOVING A MEMORY STICK, SD, OR XD CARD DURING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK’S LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK.
PC Card Slot Eject Button Figure 28. Installing/Removing PC Cards Using PC Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports PC Cards, which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you install. Some available PC Cards: • Gigabit Ethernet Local area network (LAN) cards • IEEE1394 cards • S-ATA II cards • IEEE802.11n WLAN cards For further information, refer to the instructions supplied with your card(s).
Installing PC Cards • INSTALLING OR REMOVING A PC CARD DURING YOUR NOTEBOOK’S SHUTDOWN OR BOOTUP PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND/OR YOUR NOTEBOOK. • DO NOT INSERT A PC CARD INTO A SLOT IF THERE IS WATER OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCE ON THE CARD AS YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE CARD, YOUR NOTEBOOK, OR BOTH. YOU MAY BE REQUIRED TO LOG ON AS ADMINISTRATOR OR A MEMBER OF THE ADMINISTRATOR’S GROUP TO COMPLETE THIS PROCEDURE.
Removing PC Cards See your PC Card manual for specific instructions on removing your card. Some cards may require your notebook to be in Standby Mode or Off during removal. • WINDOWS HAS A SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE FOR PC CARDS THAT MUST BE FOLLOWED BEFORE REMOVING A (REVIEW YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM MANUAL FOR THE CORRECT PROCEDURE.) IT IS GOOD PRACTICE TO REMOVE DEVICES USING THE SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON IN THE SYSTEM TRAY. CARD.
Memory Upgrade Module Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook comes with a minimum of 512 MB of high speed Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR2-667 SDRAM) factory installed. To increase your notebook’s memory capacity, you may install an additional memory upgrade module. The memory upgrade must be a dual-inline (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at www.shopfujitsu.com.
6 Align the memory upgrade module with the component side up. Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module with the connector slot in the compartment. Be sure the alignment keys line up with thos in the slot. Alignment Keys Figure 29. Opening the Memory Compartment Figure 30. Installing a Memory Module 7 Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45° angle. Press the connector edge of the module firmly down and into the connector until it lodges under the retaining clip.
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module 1 Perform steps 1 through 4 of Installing a Memory Upgrade Module. 2 Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the memory upgrade module at the same time. 3 While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling it away from your notebook. 4 Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve. 5 Replace the cover and reinstall the screws. Memory Clip Figure 31.
There may be a variation between the actual memory size and what is displayed. This is possible if your system is configured with an integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 which dynamically allocates system memory to accelerate graphics performance. IF THE TOTAL MEMORY DISPLAYED IS INCORRECT, CHECK THAT YOUR MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE IS PROPERLY INSTALLED. (IF THE MODULE IS PROPERLY INSTALLED AND THE CAPACITY IS STILL NOT CORRECTLY RECOGNIZED, SEE TROUBLESHOOTING ON PAGE 93.
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. Modem (RJ-11) Telephone Jack The modem (RJ-11) telephone jack is used for an internal modem. To connect the telephone cable follow these easy steps: 1 2 3 Align the connector with the port opening. Push the connector into the port until seated.
4 5 Select the Modems tab, and click the [Properties] button. Select the Modem tab and adjust the volume as necessary. THE INTERNAL MODEM IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WITH DIGITAL PBX SYSTEMS. DO NOT CONNECT DIGITAL PBX AS IT MAY CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE INTERNAL MODEM OR YOUR ENTIRE LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK. CONSULT YOUR PBX MANUFACTURER’S DOCUMENTATION FOR DETAILS. SOME HOTELS HAVE DIGITAL PBX SYSTEMS. BE SURE TO FIND OUT BEFORE YOU CONNECT YOUR MODEM.
IEEE 1394 Port The 4-pin 1394 port allows you to connect digital devices that are compliant with IEEE 1394 standard (also known as “FireWire”). The IEEE 1394 standard is easy to use, connect, and disconnect. This port allows up to 400 Mbps transfer rate. A third-party application may be required to operate your device with the 1394 port. THE 1394 PORT USED IN THIS SYSTEM USES A FOUR-PIN CONFIGURATION.
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for a Gigabit (10Base-T/100Base-Tx/1000Base-T) Ethernet LAN connection. You may need to configure your notebook to work with your particular network. (Please refer to your network administrator for information on your network configuration.) To connect the LAN cable follow these easy steps: 1 Align the connector with the port opening. 2 Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
USB 2.0 Ports Figure 35. Connecting a USB Device Headphone/Line-Out Jack The headphone/line-out jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your notebook. Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect headphones or speakers follow these easy steps: 1 2 Align the connector with the port opening. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
Microphone/Line-In Jack The microphone/line-in jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Your microphone must be equipped with a 1/8”(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your notebook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps: 1 2 Align the connector with the port opening. Push the connector into the port until it is seated .External Video Port The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector.
S-Video Out Jack The S-Video Out jack is used to transmit a higher resolution video signal to a compatible TV or VCR. Note that in order to use this jack, you must use the Mini S-Video Cable Adapter that came with your system. (Figure 37). To connect the S-Video cable follow these easy steps: 1 Align the adapter cable connector with the jack opening. 2 3 Push the connector into the jack until it is seated. Plug the other end of the cable into a standard SVideo cable from the video device. Figure 37.
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Your LifeBook Troubleshooting There may be occasions when you encounter simple 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 of these straightforward issues and identify failures that require service.
7 If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed troubleshooting information. IF YOU KEEP NOTES ABOUT WHAT YOU HAVE TRIED, YOUR SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE MAY BE ABLE TO HELP YOU MORE QUICKLY BY GIVING ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS OVER THE PHONE. 8 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: 8fujitsu@us.fujitsu.
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. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your notebook.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The volume is turned too low. Adjust the volume control on your notebook and operating system. Use the [Fn+F9] key combination on your keyboard. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your notebook. The software volume control is set too low. Manually adjusting the volume (i.e. keyboard "hot keys") should dynamically adjust the volume of the operating (see above).
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions LifeBook notebook fails to recognize DVD/CDRW/CD-ROM’s. (continued) Incorrect DVD Player or no DVD Player software is installed. Install DVD Player software. (See “Media Player Software” on page 71 for more information.) Wrong drive designator was used for the disc in the application. Verify the drive designator used by the application is the same as the one used by the operating system.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The built-in keyboard does not seem to work. (continued) Keyboard locked out by your application. Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart your system. You have installed an external keyboard or mouse, and it does not seem to work. Your external device is not properly installed. Re-install your device. See “Device Ports” on page 86. Your operating system software is not set up with correct software driver for that device.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The device is not properly installed. Remove and re-install the device. See “Device Ports” on page 86. The device may have been installed while an application was running, so your notebook is not aware of its installation. Close the application and restart your notebook. Your device may not have the correct software driver active. See your software documentation and activate the correct driver. The card is not properly installed.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions You turn on your LifeBook notebook and nothing seems to happen. (continued) The installed primary battery is completely discharged, there is no optional second battery installed or there is no Power adapter (AC or Auto/Airline) installed. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence and condition of the batteries. See “Status Indicator Panel” on page 23. Install a charged battery or a Power adapter. The battery or batteries are low.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Your LifeBook notebook turns off all by itself. (continued) You are operating on battery power and ignored a low battery alarm until the batteries are at the dead battery state and the system has gone into Dead Battery Suspend mode. Install a power adapter and then push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. See “Power Sources” on page 48. You have a battery failure.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The batteries seem to discharge too quickly. (continued) The power savings features may be disabled. Check the Power Options menu settings and adjust according to your operating needs. The brightness is turned all the way up. Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher the brightness the more power your display uses. The batteries are very old. Replace the batteries. The batteries have been exposed to high temperatures. Replace the batteries.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The system powers up, and displays power on information, but fails to load the operating system. (continued) Internal hard drive was not detected. Use the BIOS setup utility or Primary Master submenu, located within the Main menu, to try to auto detect the internal hard drive. An error message is displayed on the screen during the notebook (boot) sequence. Power On Self Test (POST) has detected a problem.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The built-in display is blank when you turn on your LifeBook notebook. (continued) The power management timeouts may be set for very short intervals and you failed to notice the display come on and go off again. Press a keyboard button or move the mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions The display does not close. A foreign object, such as a paper clip, is stuck between the display and keyboard. Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard. The application display uses only a portion of your screen and is surrounded by a dark frame. The application you are running does not support 800 x 600/1024 x 768 pixel resolution display and display compression is enabled.
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. If you can find no reference to the message and its meaning is not clear, contact your support representative for assistance.
*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. If the settings are OK and the message appears when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault which might cause you to lose data if you continue.
*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. This error probably means your BIOS is corrupted, run the setup utility and set all settings to the default conditions. If you still get this error, contact your support representative.
*Press to resume, to SETUP Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2] key to enter Setup and change any settings. *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.
*System CMOS checksum bad – Default Configuration Used BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and reconfigure the system. *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.
Emergency Media Player Drive Tray Release If for some reason the eject button fails, you can open the DVD/CD-ROM tray with a paper clip or similar tool inserted into the eject hole in the far right side of the front of the tray. Straighten one side of a paper clip and push it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out a short distance.
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 DRIVERS FROM THE DAR DVD, YOU WILL A DVD DRIVE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ONE IN THE FLEXIBLE BAY, YOU WILL NEED TO ATTACH ONE EXTERNALLY. IF YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE INTERNET, VISIT THE FUJITSU SUPPORT WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.COMPUTERS.US.
THE COMPONENTS LISTED ARE COLOR-CODED IN TERMS OF THEIR INSTALL STATUS. BLUE INDICATES GREEN INDICATES THAT THE COMPONENT NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED SEPARATELY. GREY 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. THAT THE COMPONENT CAN BE INSTALLED. 4 In the list, check off all the components you want to install. If you want to install all components, click [Select All].
BOOT Priority Change Before restoring an image, you must first verify that the system is set up to boot from the DVD drive. To verify/change the boot-up priority (rather than booting-up from the hard drive or an external floppy disk drive), perform the following steps: 1 Power on your system. 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.
Methods for accessing the utilities Certain LifeBook models have the Recovery and Utility applets pre-installed on a hidden drive partition. Other systems require that the Recovery and Utility disc be used (or in the event the hard disk has been reformatted). In order to determine the method for accessing the Recovery and Utility applet, perform the following procedures in order. Determining whether Recovery and Utility is pre-loaded 1 2 Turn on or reboot your system.
Running Recovery and Utility from the disc • THE USE OF THIS DISC REQUIRES THAT YOU HAVE A DEVICE CAPABLE OF READING DVDS ATTACHED TO YOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION ON AVAILABLE EXTERNAL DEVICES, VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT: US.FUJITSU.COM/COMPUTERS. SYSTEM. YOU WILL NEED TO ATTACH AN EXTERNAL PLAYER. • THIS DISC CAN ONLY BE USED WITH THE SYSTEM WITH WHICH IT WAS PURCHASED. BOOT Priority Change Before restoring an image, you must first verify that the system is set up to boot from the DVD drive.
Recovery tab: The Recovery tab contains the Start Recovery tool. Note that the recovery process erases all data from the C: drive. If you decide to use the recovery tool, be sure to back up all data that you don’t want to lose. Also note that you must run the system using your AC adapter while running the recovery tool. To use the Recovery tool, select the Start Recovery function, click on the [Execute] button, then follow the instructions on the screen.
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. 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).
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. • THE SYSTEM CONTAINS COMPONENTS THAT CAN BE SEVERELY DAMAGED BY ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD).
• Your LifeBook notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with respect and care. • Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case. • Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely. • Keep it away from food and beverages. • To protect your notebook from damage and to optimize system performance, be sure to keep all air all vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris.
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. • Always shut down the computer, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery when cleaning or disinfecting the computer exterior, keyboard or LCD display. NOTE: Avoid wetting the thermal suede in all cases.
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. • USE OF INCORRECT CLEANERS CAN RESULT IN OPTICAL IMPAIRMENT OF THE LCD AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE COMPUTER. ALWAYS REFER TO THE CLEANER MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR PROPER HANDLING AND USE OF THE PRODUCTS.
Figure 39. Removing/installing the dust filter 5 Put back the dust filter by inserting the end without latch first and pushing in the filter until it latches. ALWAYS BE SURE THE DUST FILTER IS INSTALLED WHEN RUNNING YOUR SYSTEM. NOT USING THE FILTER COULD CAUSE CONTAMINATION AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM. Storing your LifeBook notebook • If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn your LifeBook notebook off, fully charge the battery, then remove and store all Lithium ion batteries.
Traveling with your LifeBook notebook • Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on. • It is recommended that you carry your notebook with you while traveling, rather than checking it in as baggage. • Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your notebook when you travel. If you experience system software problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems. • Never put your notebook through a metal detector. Have it hand-inspected by security personnel.
Batteries Caring for your Batteries • Always handle batteries carefully. • Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object). Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal objects. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire. • Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery. • Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.
Media Care Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R) Media discs are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care. • Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use. • Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching the surface. • Avoid storing any media discs in extreme temperatures. • Do not bend media discs or set heavy objects on them. • Do not spill liquids on media discs. • Do not scratch media discs. • Do not get dust on media discs.
• Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or devices that generate strong magnetic fields. • Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be subjected to shock or vibration. • Do not disassemble or dismantle the optical drive. • Use of a commercially available lens cleaner is recommended for regular maintenance of your drive. PC Cards Caring for your Cards PC Cards are durable, but you must treat them with care.
Chapter 6 System Specifications Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary. Configuration Label The configuration label located on the bottom of your notebook contains specific information regarding the options you’ve chosen for your notebook. Following is an example configuration label. Part Number Configuration ID No: A7Axxxxxxxxxxx Part No: FPC0xxxxxxxxxxxxx S6510, 14.
Microprocessor Intel® Core™ 2 processors (Refer to the system label to determine the speed of your processor). Chipset • Intel GM965 • I/O Controller Hub 8 Mobile (ICH8-M) Memory System Memory • DDR2-667 MHz SDRAM dual-channel memory module. • Two DIMM slots; upgradeable to 4 GB of total memory (2 GB x 2). Note that when 4 MB of memory is installed in a Windows Vista system, approximately 3.3 GB is addressable memory; the upper memory is reserved by Vista for hardware usage.
Video RAM • Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 video graphics. Up to 384 MB shared video memory using Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) Audio • Realtek codec ALC262 with 2-channel High Definition (HD) audio. • Headphones: Stereo headphone/line-out jack, 3.5 mm, 1 Vrms or less, minimum impedance 32 Ohms • Microphone: Stereo microphone/line-in jack, 3.
Features Integrated Pointing Device • Touchpad pointing device with scroll button Communications • Modem: Internal V.90 standard 56K fax/modem (ITU V.90, 56K data, 14.4K fax) • Gigabit LAN: Internal wired 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Wireless LAN: • Optional Integrated Intel WiFi Link 5300 • Optional Bluetooth device for wireless personal area network communication Optional WebCam 1.3 megapixel digital camera.
Device Ports On the LifeBook notebook: • PC Card slot for one Type I or Type II card: PCMCIA Standard 2.1 with CardBus support • Memory Stick/SD/xD Card slot • One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor (see Display specifications) • Three USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) connectors for input/output devices • One DC In connector • One IEEE 1394 (4-pin type) jack • Infrared port (IrDA1.1, 4 Mbps max.
• One LAN (RJ-45) connector • One DC-in connector • One microphone In jack • One headphone jack • One Digital Video (DVI-D) 24-pin, female interface • One power/suspend/resume button with LED Keyboard Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2 compatible keyboards. • Total number of keys: 84 • Function keys: F1 through F12 • Feature extension key: Fn • Two Windows keys: one Start key, one application key • Key pitch: 19 mm • Key stroke: 2.
Power Batteries • Standard Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 6-cell 10.8V, 5800 mAh, or, • Optional Flexible Bay battery: 6-cell Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 10.8V, 2300 mAh AC Adapter Autosensing 100-240V AC, supplying 19V DC, 4.22A, 80W to the LifeBook notebook; includes an AC cable Power Management Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface). Dimensions and Weight Overall Dimensions Approximately 12.36"(w) x 9.21"(d) x 1.04”/1.45”(h) (314 mm x 234 mm x 26.4/36.
Altitude Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum Popular Accessories For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-800-FUJITSU. Pre-Installed Software Depending on your pre-installed operating system, your notebook comes with pre-installed software for playing audio and video files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software and virus protection software.
Learning About Your Software Tutorials All operating systems and most application software have tutorials built into them upon installation. We highly recommend that you step through the tutorial before you use an application. Manuals Included with your notebook you will find manuals for your installed operating system and other preinstalled software. Any manuals that are not included, are available online through the help system of the software.
Roxio Easy Media Creator Easy Media Creator allows you to easily burn CDs and organize, edit and share digital photos, music, data, and videos. CyberLink PowerDVD CyberLink PowerDVD allows you to play DVDs on your LifeBook notebook. OmniPass Fingerprint application The fingerprint sensor uses Softex OmniPass which provides password management capabilities to Microsoft Windows operating systems.
EverNote EverNote allows you to easily capture, store and access a variety of documents, such as typed and handwritten memos, webpage excerpts, emails, phone messages, addresses, passwords, sketches, and documents.
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.
ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. Technology for transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary phone lines. AGP 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. BIOS Basic Input-Output System.
Bus 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. CardBus A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture.
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. CRT Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen.
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. Disk Drive The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads and control circuitry for reading and writing the data on the disk. Diskette A floppy disk in a hard housing with a shutter. DMA Direct Memory Access.
DOS 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. DVMT Dynamic Video Memory Technology. A video memory architecture that increases the efficiency of the motherboard by using innovative memory utilization and direct AGP.
Floppy Disk A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media which is highly flexible. GB Gigabyte. One billion bytes. Hard drive A spinning platter of magnetic data storage media where the platter is very stiff. I/O 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. IDE Intelligent Drive Electronics.
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. This type of communication uses an access point. Another type of communication is called Ad Hoc. IP Address An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP network.
IR An abbreviation for infrared. IrDA Infrared Data Association. An organization which produces standards for communication using infrared as the carrier. IRQ Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal to the CPU that an external event has occurred which needs to be processed. KB Kilobyte. One thousand bytes. LAN Local Area Network. An interconnection of computers and peripherals within a single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves.
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. For Ethernet, frames are sent and received based on this address. MB Megabyte. One million bytes.
MTU 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.
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.
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. RAM Random Access Memory.
ROM 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. Shared key authentication 802.
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). IP address consists of the subnet address and the address of each computer. Subnet mask defines how many bits of IP address comprise the subnet address.
TFT 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. UL Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices. USB 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. VRAM Video Random Access Memory.
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network This equipment complies with Part 68 of the 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; or a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information or number must be provided to the telephone company.
The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information). If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this computer does not disable your alarm equipment.
Before connecting this equipment to a telephone line the user should ensure that it is permissible to connect this equipment to the local telecommunication facilities. 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.
Avant de connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique, l’utilisateur doit vérifier s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications locales. L’utilisateur est averti que même la conformité aux normes de certification ne peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service. Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être effectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada.
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.
cables and equipment other than those specified by the manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the user to correct any interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment. The manufacturer and its authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from failure to comply with these guidelines. This device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. The wireless LAN radio device has been tested and found to comply with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65.
Before Using the Optional Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly set up and configure the optional 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 it's correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. Wireless LAN Device Covered by this Document This document is applicable to systems containing the Intel WiFi Link 5300 (533AN_HMW).
Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device Ad Hoc Mode "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. That is why Ad Hoc networks are also known as peer-to-peer networks.
Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode 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).
How to Handle This Device The WLAN device is an optional device that may come 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. • • • Intel WiFi Link 5300 device supports IEEE802.11a, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, and IEEE802.11n. • Wireless devices that transmit in the 2.
Deactivation Using the Wireless On/Off Switch The WLAN device can be deactivated quickly and efficiently by toggling the Wireless On/Off Switch to the Off position. The Wireless On/Off switch has no effect on non-Wireless LAN models. WLAN Switch Wireless LAN On/Off Switch Location Disconnection Using the Icon in the Taskbar Note that disconnecting via the icon in the system tray does not turn off the radio; it continues to transmit and receive even though it’s not connected.
Configuring the Wireless LAN The optional WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that is built into Windows Vista. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained in this software. Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with your network administrator for these parameters: Configuring the WLAN Using Windows Vista 1 2 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows XP Procedure 1 2 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel. 3 4 5 6 Select “New Connection” wizard. 7 Enter any required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network administrator for some of the information. 8 In the event you require assistance, go to [Start] -> Help and Support -> Networking and the Web. Select the main topic in which you are interested, then type in relevant keywords in the Search box.
Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Unavailable network connection Possible Cause Possible Solution Incorrect network name (SSID) or network key Ad hoc connection: verify that the network names (SSID’s) and network keys (WEP) of all computers to be connected have been configured correctly. SSID’s and WEP key values must be identical on each machine.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Unavailable network connection The computer to be connected is turned off Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON. (continued) RF interference from Access Points or other wireless networks The use of identical or overlapping RF channels can cause interference with the operation of the WLAN device. Change the channel of your Access Point to a channel that does not overlap with the interfering device.
WLAN Specifications Specifications Item Specification Type of network The Intel WiFi Link 5300 (533AN_HMW) WLAN device conforms to IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b/g, and 802.11n (draft-compliant), Wi-Fi based*. Transfer rate (Automatic switching) 54 Mbps maximum data rate (IEEE802.11n to be determined) Active frequency Typical operating distances** Number of channels Security • • • 802.11n (draft): 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz • • • • 802.11a: 40 ft. (12 m) @ 54 Mbps; 300 ft. (91 m) @ 6 Mbps • • • 802.
* “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.
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 wireless 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The Bluetooth antenna is located on the right hinge of the LCD screen and is exempt from minimum distance criteria due to its low power. The transmitters in this device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device Introducing the Optional Fingerprint Sensor Device Your system may have an optional fingerprint sensor device below the Touchpad, between the left and right buttons. This also serves as a scroll button. Figure 40. Fingerprint sensor ALTHOUGH THE SYSTEM MAY HAVE A FINGERPRINT SENSOR IN PLACE OF A SCROLL BUTTON, THE SIMPLY MOVE YOUR FINGERPRINT OVER THE SENSOR THE SAME AS YOU WOULD USE A SCROLL BUTTON. FINGERPRINT SENSOR CAN BE USED FOR SCROLLING.
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 web sites that require a username and password After you have “enrolled” - or registered - your fingerprint, you can simply swipe your fingertip over the sensor for the system recognize you.
• 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).
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.
4 5 Follow the directions to uninstall the OmniPass application. Once OmniPass has finished uninstalling, reboot your system when prompted. 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.
THE ENROLLMENT PROCEDURE ASSUMES YOU HAVE NO HARDWARE AUTHENTICATION DEVICES OR ALTERNATE STORAGE LOCATIONS THAT YOU WISH TO INTEGRATE WITH OMNIPASS. IF 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.
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. Click Enroll Authentication Device and authenticate at the authentication prompt to start device enrollment. 1 1.
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. OmniPass can detect these prompts and you can teach OmniPass your login credentials.
Remembering a Password OmniPass can remember any application, GUI, or password protected resource that has a password prompt. 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.
THIS 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. BUT SHOULD YOU LEAVE YOUR SYSTEM UNATTENDED WITH YOUR OMNIPASS 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 password or fingerprint authentication device.
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.
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.
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". Choosing User Identity during Login To choose your identity during login, type your username in the User Name: field.
Configuring OmniPass This section gives an overview of both the Export/Import function and the OmniPass Control Center. Exporting and Importing Users YOU CANNOT IMPORT A USER INTO OMNIPASS IF THERE ALREADY IS A USER WITH THE SAME NAME ENROLLED IN OMNIPASS. 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.
This .opi file contains all your user specific OmniPass data, and it is both encrypted and password protected. This user profile does NOT contain any of your encrypted data files. Importing an OmniPass User Profile To import an OmniPass user open the OmniPass Control Center, and click Import/Export User under Manage Users. Click Imports a new user into OmniPass and then select OmniPass Import/Export File (*.opi) and click Next.
OmniPass Control Center This section will serve to explain functions within the OmniPass Control Center that weren’t explained earlier. You can access the OmniPass Control Center any of three ways: • Double-click the golden OmniPass key shaped icon in the Windows taskbar (typically in the lowerright corner of the desktop) • Click the Start button; select the Programs group; select the Softex program group; and click the OmniPass Control Center selection.
User Settings The User Settings tab has four interfaces: Audio Settings, Taskbar Tips, and Enrollment. User settings allow users to customize OmniPass to suit their individual preferences. Under User Settings (Audio Settings and Taskbar Tips) you can set how OmniPass notifies the user of OmniPass events (e.g., successful login, access denied, etc.). The details of each setting under the Audio Settings and Taskbar Tips interfaces are self-explanatory.
Troubleshooting You cannot use OmniPass to create Windows users. You must first create the Windows user, and you will need administrative privileges to do that. Once the Windows user is created, you can add that user to OmniPass using the same username and password Cannot add Windows users to OmniPass If you experience difficulties adding a Windows user to OmniPass, you may need to adjust your local security settings.
If you are having difficulties due to the first reason, you will need to update OmniPass with your changed Windows account password. Click Update Password and you will be prompted with a dialog to reconfirm your password. Enter the new password to your Windows user account and click OK. If the error persists, then it is unlikely the problem is due to your Windows user account password changing.
Index A BIOS guide 55 setup utility 54 Bluetooth Where to Find Information 174 Built-in Speakers 96 About This Guide 1, 8 AC adapter 49 indicator 24 plug adapters 124 Anti-theft lock slot 21 Application Panel 39 Auto/Airline Adapter 49 Automatically Downloading Driver Updates 118 C CapsLock 26 CD-ROM 96, 97 Click Me! 58 Clicking 31 Cold-swapping 37, 68 Configuration Label 128 Controls and Connectors 12 Conventions Used in the Guide 8 Cursor 30 Cursor Keys 28 B Battery 65 alarm 67 care 125 cold-swapping
latch 13 opening 50 problems 103, 104 Double-Clicking 32 Dragging 33 Drivers and Application Restore CD 112 DVD drive problems 96, 97 tray release 74, 111 Fujitsu Contact Information 9 Fujitsu Driver Update utility 59, 118, 137 Fujitsu LifeBook storing 122, 123 traveling 124 Function Key F10 29 F3 29 F6 29 F7 29 F8 29, 35 F9 29, 35 FN 29 E Emergency tray release 21 Error Messages 106 External Monitor Port 17, 91 H F Hard Disk Drive access indicator 25 problems 97 Headphone Jack 90 Hibernation Feature 6
Modem Jack 86 Modem Result Codes 111 Modular Devices 37 installing 37 removing 37 Mouse problems 97 L LAN (RJ-45) Jack 21 LifeBook Security Application Panel buttons 46 configuring 46 deactivating 47 deactivating and activating 47 launching applications 46 operating 42 passwords 40 uninstalling 44 LifeBook Security/Application Panel 13 N NumLk 25 O Optical Digital Audio-Out Jack 14 Optical Drive 70 M Media Player care 126 Control Panel 75 loading 71 removing 73 Software 71, 74 using 75 Memory capacity 8
Pre-Installed Software 135 Adobe Acrobat Reader 136 Google Toolbar 137 manuals 136 T Touchpad 30 buttons 30 controls 34 Touchpad Pointing Device 14 Troubleshooting 93 R Registration 58 Restarting 63 Restoring Your Pre-installed Software 112 RJ-11 86 RJ-45 89 U Universal Serial Bus Ports 89 Unpacking 11 USB 89, 99 problems 99 USB 2.
