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USER MANUAL LIFEBOOK AH572 FUJITSU
Learn how to use your Fujitsu
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are continually improving the capabilities of our products, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We disclaim
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Telephone: (408) 746-6000
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Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operations are subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.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
When using your notebook equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury
to persons, including the following:
• Do not use this product near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a
• Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS For Authorized Repair Technicians Only
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF LITHIUM (CLOCK) BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTION.
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*. If you replace it, it is important that you dispose of
the old battery properly because batteries contain materials that could cause environmental damage if disposed of improperly.
Fujitsu is very concerned with environmental protection, and has enlisted the services of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation (RBRC)**, a non-profit public service organization dedicated to protecting our environment by
recycling old batteries at no cost to you.
RBRC has drop-off points at tens of thousands of locations throughout the United States and Canada. To find the location
nearest you, go to www.RBRC.org
or call 1-800-822-8837.
If there are no convenient RBRC locations near you, you can also go to the EIA Consumer Education Initiative website (http://EIAE.org/
and search for a convenient disposal location.
Remember – protecting the environment is a cooperative effort, and you should make every effort to protect it for current and future
* To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at www.shopfujitsu.com
www.fujitsu.ca/products/notebooks in Canada.
** RBRC is an independent third party to which Fujitsu provides funding for battery recycling; RBRC is in no way affiliated with Fujitsu.1
Opening the Fujitsu Support Center with the Support Button . . . . . . . . . . 34
Chapter 3 User-Installable Features
Recovering your Factory Image (new or non-bootable hard drive) . . . . . . 94
Automatically Downloading Driver Updates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 955
Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance
Chapter 6 System Specifications
The LIFEBOOK AH572 notebook from Fujitsu America provides desktop performance with the new 2
Generation Intel® Core™ processor family. Your notebook has a built-in 15.6” WXGA high-definition
color display. This system brings the computing power of a desktop personal computer to a portable
Your computer comes with Microsoft Windows® 7 Home Premium operating system pre-installed.
This manual explains how to operate your LIFEBOOK notebook’s hardware and built-in system software.
Conventions Used in the Guide
Keyboard and on-screen keys appear in brackets. Example: [Fn], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].
Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text.
For example: (“See Installation Procedure on page 43”.)
On screen menu items appear in bold. Example: “Click Fujitsu Menu, and select your choice”.
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways:
• Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
• Website: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support
Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support
representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:
• Conditions under which the problem occurred
• Any error messages that have occurred
• Type of device connected, if any
THE CAUTION ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT IS IMPORTANT TO THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR COMPUTER, OR TO THE INTEGRITY OF YOUR FILES. PLEASE READ ALL CAUTION INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
You can go directly to the online store by visiting the website at: www.shopfujitsu.com.
Your LIFEBOOK notebook is backed by a Fujitsu International Limited Warranty. Check the service kit
that came with your notebook for the Limited Warranty period and terms and conditions.
YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE INTERNET CONNECTION TO USE THE ONLINE URL LINKS.11
Getting to Know Your LIFEBOOK Overview
This section describes the
components of your Fujitsu
LIFEBOOK AH572 notebook.
We strongly recommend that you
read it before using your notebook
– even if you are already familiar
with notebook computers.
Figure 1. Fujitsu LIFEBOOK AH572 notebook12
- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Locating the Controls and Connectors
Figure 2. LIFEBOOK notebook with display open
Status Indicator Panel
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
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The following is a brief description of your LIFEBOOK notebook’s top components.
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics.
The 3D web camera configuration consists of two 1.3 megapixel cameras that allow you to take three-
dimensional videos of yourself to send to others via email or DVD. For information on using the 3D
camera, see the documentation associated with the CyberLink YouCam application. The 3D camera can
also be used as a standard two-dimensional device for engaging in standard web chat and video
The digital microphone is used in conjunction with the camera. For information on using the microphone
and web cam, see the documentation associated with the CyberLink applications.
Status Indicator Panels
The Status Indicator Panels display symbols that correspond with specific components of your
LIFEBOOK notebook. There are two Status Indicator Panel locations on your system: on the front left
edge and behind the keyboard towards the right. See “Status Indicator Panels” on page 22.
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity without powering off,
resume your LIFEBOOK notebook from suspend mode, power off your notebook, and power on your
notebook when it has been shut down from Windows. See “Power/Suspend/Resume Button” on page 47.
The Support Button provides one-touch application launch capability. See “LIFEBOOK Application
Panel” on page 34.14
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The Quick Launch button can be programmed to launch whichever application you want with the touch
of a button. See “LIFEBOOK Application Panel” on page 34.
Wireless Device On/Off Switch
The wireless device on/off switch is used to turn on and off the wireless devices. Switching the device off
when not in use will help to extend battery life. See “Activating the WLAN Device” on page 138.
The scroll wheel is a round “dimple” to the right of the touchpad. The scrolling wheel allows you to
navigate around pages by moving your finger in the direction you want to scroll.
Memory Stick/Secure Digital (MS/SD) Card Slot
The Memory Stick/Secure Digital (MS/SD) card slot allows you to install a media card for data storage.
This media allows you to transfer data from a variety of different digital devices. See “Memory
Stick/Secure Digital Cards” on page 62.
Touchpad Pointing Device
The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with a right button, a left button, and a cursor
control pad. See “Touchpad Pointing Device” on page 28.
A full-size keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. See “Keyboard” on page 25.
The built-in dual speakers allow for stereo sound.15 - Locating the Controls and Connectors 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.
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach an optional physical lock down device.
The analog RGB port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. See “Analog RGB Port” on page 69.
USB 2.0 Port (with Anytime USB Charge)
- Locating the Controls and Connectors
The USB 2.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480
Mbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices, which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps. See
“Universal Serial Bus Ports” on page 67. The USB 2.0 port on the left panel that is closest to the front of
the notebook has Anytime USB Charge capability, meaning that even when your system is shut down, this
port can still be used to provide power to external devices (for example, when charging a cell phone).
The USB 3.0 ports allow you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. USB 3.0 transfers data at up to
5Gbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0 devices, which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps
and 480 Mbps, respectively. See “Universal Serial Bus Ports” on page 67.
The HDMI port is used to connect compatible digital devices with your computer (such as a high-
definition television or AV receiver). See “HDMI Port” on page 70.17 - Locating the Controls and Connectors
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.
Headphone/Line-Out Jack
The headphone/line-out jack allows you to connect headphones or external speakers. See
“Headphone/Line-Out Jack” on page 68.
Microphone/Line-In Jack
The microphone/line-in jack allows you to connect an external stereo microphone. See
“Microphone/Line-In Jack” on page 69.
The optical drive bay contains either a Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer or a Blu-ray™ Combo
drive, depending upon your system configuration. See “Optical Drive” on page 56.
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter to power your LIFEBOOK notebook and charge
the internal Lithium ion battery.
Headphone/Line-Out Jack
Microphone/Line-In Jack
Optical Drive Release Button
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Optical Drive Release Button
The optical drive release button opens the optical drive.
The USB 2.0 port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480
Mbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices, which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps. See
“Universal Serial Bus Ports” on page 67. Note that there are several additional USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports
on the left side of the system.19
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Figure 5. LIFEBOOK notebook back panel
Back Panel Components
Following is a brief description of your LIFEBOOK notebook’s back panel components.
The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to cool down the components.
- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Figure 6. LIFEBOOK notebook bottom panel
The following is a brief description of your LIFEBOOK notebook’s bottom panel components.
The dust filter is used to help prevent dust and dirt from entering your system. See “Cleaning the dust
(multiple locations)
- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your notebook comes with high speed Double Data Rate 3 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR3
SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your
notebook, thus improving overall performance. See “Memory Upgrade Module” on page 64. Under
normal circumstances, it should not be necessary to open this compartment.
The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to cool down the components.
The battery latches are used to secure the battery in the battery bay. See “Replacing the Battery” on
The battery bay contains the internal Lithium ion battery. It can be opened for the removal of the battery
when stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium ion
battery. See “Lithium ion Battery” on page 51.
TO PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, BE SURE TO KEEP ALL AIR VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED, CLEAN, AND CLEAR OF DEBRIS. THIS MAY REQUIRE PERIODIC CLEANING, DEPENDING UPON THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE SYSTEM IS USED.
Status Indicator Panels
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.
• Blue, solid: The system is powered on.
• Off: The system is powered off.
Battery Charge/DC In
- Status Indicator Panels
Battery Charge/DC-In Indicator
• Orange, solid: AC adapter and battery are available and system is charging.
• Blue, solid: AC adapter and battery are available and system is fully charged, or AC adapter is
plugged in but battery is not installed.
• Orange, blinking: AC adapter and battery are available and waiting to charge battery (battery is
out of thermal range).
• Off: AC adapter is not plugged in.
Battery Level Indicator
The Battery Level indicators display the charge level of the indicated battery pack, as follows:
• Blue, 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
• Red, blinking: There is a problem with the battery.
• Off: There is no battery installed or the battery has no charge.
• If the battery pack is installed while the power is turned off, the battery level indicator will display
the charge level for five seconds after it blinks orange.
• If the AC adapter is not connected or the battery pack is not fully charged when the computer is
switched to standby mode, the indicator will blink. The LED blinks at the rate of one second on/six
- Status Indicator Panels
Hard Drive/Optical Drive Access Indicator
The Hard Drive/Optical Drive Access indicator glows green when your internal hard drive is being
accessed. Note that flickering is normal.
The NumLk indicator states that the integral keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.
The CapsLock indicator states that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.
The ScrLk indicator states that your scroll lock is active.
• Batteries subjected to shocks, vibration or extreme temperatures can be permanently
• A shorted battery is damaged and must be replaced.25 - Keyboard Keyboard
Your Fujitsu LIFEBOOK notebook has an integral 101-key keyboard, including Windows keys, special
function keys, and an integrated 10-key numeric keypad. This section describes the following keys.
• Numeric keypad: Your notebook has an integrated numeric keypad containing 16 keys which
allows you to perform numeric/mathematical and navigational functions. The ability to toggle
between the numerical keys and navigation keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key.
NumLkScrLkInsertPrtSc Esc DeleteSysRqPauseBreak Tab Backspace Tab
NOTE: Some of the key shapes may vary from those illustrated, depending upon configuration.26
• 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.
Numeric 10-key Keypad
The right-hand section of the keyboard serves as a numeric keypad. To activate the 10-key keypad
functions, press the [NumLk] button. Using the keypad keys, you can enter numerals 0 through 9, perform
addition ( + ), subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal points ( . ) using the
keys designated as numeric function key keys. When [NumLk] is not active, you can use the numeric
keypad to navigate (Del, Ins, left, right, up, down).
Your LIFEBOOK notebook has three Windows keys, consisting of two Start keys and an Application key.
The Start keys display the Start menu. These buttons function the same as your onscreen Start menu
button. The Application key functions the same as your right mouse button and displays shortcut menus
for the selected item. (Please refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding
The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move the cursor up, down,
left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the
next item up, down, left, or right).
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
• The [Fn] key provides extended functions for the notebook and is always used in conjunction with
• [Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.
• [Fn+F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Touchpad on and off. Note that the
[Fn+F4] combination only works if Manual Setting is selected in the BIOS. (See “BIOS Setup
Utility” on page 43)
• [Fn+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will lower the brightness of your display.
• [Fn+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the brightness of the display.
• [Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your LIFEBOOK
• [Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your LIFEBOOK
• [Fn+F10]: Pressing the [Fn] + [F10] keys allows you to change your selection of where to send your
display video. Each time you press the key combination, you will step to the next choice. If you
only have an external CRT connected, the order is internal -> external CRT -> simultaneous display
> internal display.
If you only have an HDMI device connected, the order is: internal display -> HDMI display ->
simultaneous display -> internal display.
If you have external CRT and HDMI devices connected, the order is: internal display -> external
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 and a right button. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves
the cursor around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right
buttons function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending
on the application that is being used.
- Touchpad Pointing Device
To the right of the touchpad is a circular dimple, approximately an inch in diameter. This is known as the
“scroll wheel” and is used for scrolling up and down pages and zooming in and out on photos. Note that
the scroll wheel does not actually move; moving your finger on the “wheel” causes the scrolling action.
AN EXTERNAL MOUSE CAN BE CONNECTED TO THE USB PORTS ON YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK AND USED SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH THE TOUCHPAD. 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 43.
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. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the
item you wish to select, press the right button once,
and then immediately release it. You also have the
option to perform the clicking operation by tapping
lightly on the Touchpad once.
Figure 10. Clicking with button
Figure 11. Clicking with Touchpad30
- Touchpad Pointing Device
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. Double-clicking with Touchpad31
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Using the Scroll Wheel
The scroll wheel is located to the right of the touchpad (Figure 9). The wheel doesn’t actually turn, but you
can easily move your finger around it in a circular motion to scroll though pages and lists, the same way
you would with a scroll bar. The scroll wheel can also be used to zoom in and out on pictures. To do so,
position the cursor on a picture and move your finger horizontally across the scroll wheel to enlarge and
reduce the size of the picture.
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. Next, move the object to its
new location by moving your finger across the
Touchpad, and then release your finger.
Figure 14. Dragging with button
Figure 15. Dragging with Touchpad32
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The Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse
Properties dialog box. To change the settings or actions for the touchpad:
1 Go to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound.
2 Double-click Mouse, and the Mouse Properties window will appear. Select any of the ten tabs to modify the
settings of your touchpad.33
Your Fujitsu LIFEBOOK notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other.
Controlling the Volume
The volume can be controlled in several different ways:
• Volume can be changed or muted from within the Volume Control in the system tray.
• Volume can be controlled with the F8 and F9 functions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding
[Fn] will decrease the volume of your notebook. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will
increase the volume of your notebook.
• Volume can be changed by opening the Control Panel, selecting one of the icon sizes in the View
by: field, then selecting Windows Mobility Center. From there, you can either mute or adjust the
sound in the Volume area.
• Volume can be muted by pressing the [F3] key while holding down the [Fn] key. To restore audio,
repeat the [Fn+F3] procedure.
• Volume can be controlled by many volume controls that are set within individual applications.
• Certain external audio devices you might connect to your system may have hardware volume
Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on the volume level that must then be followed by the
We recommend that you experiment with the various volume controls to discover the optimal sound level.
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.34
- LIFEBOOK Application Panel
Figure 16. LIFEBOOK Application Panel
LIFEBOOK Application Panel
The application panel consists of a Support button and a Quick Launch button that allow you to either
launch the Fujitsu Support Center utility or to launch a user-defined application with the touch of a button
when your system is on.
Opening the Fujitsu Support Center with the Support Button
The Support button performs different actions when the system is off or when it is on.
When the system is off, pressing the Support button will open the Fujitsu Boot Menu which allows you to
select either Diagnostic Program to test your system or Recovery and Utility to perform a number of other
functions, including recovery of your system.
Quick Launch Button35
- LIFEBOOK Application Panel
When the system is on, pressing the Support button invokes the Fujitsu Support Center utility which offers
three tabs: Manual, Diagnostic Program, and Support.
The Manual tab lets you automatically go to the Fujitsu Support website to download the system User’s
Guide. (You must be connected to the Internet in order to use this function).
Diagnostic Program tab
The Diagnostic Program tab allows you to automatically reboot the system, then open the boot menu, from
which you can choose Diagnostic Program or Recovery and Utility (same as pressing the button when the
system is shut down). From the Diagnostic tab you can also view your System Information.
The Support tab lets you automatically go to the Support Website. (You must be connected to the Internet
in order to access the Support website).
Launching Applications with the Quick Launch Button
Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LIFEBOOK Application Panel. These utilities are found in the Start menu, under Control Panel > Button. The utility
includes an [Application Registration...] button.
Configuring your LIFEBOOK Application Panel
When you start Windows, the LIFEBOOK Application Panel is automatically activated. As an application
launcher, the LIFEBOOK Application Panel is very flexible. To set up the Panel to best suit your needs,
we have provided the Application Panel Setup utility that quickly and easily helps you make the most of
this valuable feature.36
- LIFEBOOK Application Panel
To configure your LIFEBOOK Application Panel with Application Panel Setup:
1 Click on [Start] -> All Programs -> LIFEBOOK Application Panel.
2 Click on Setup of LIFEBOOK Application Panel. The Button Setting utility will appear with tabs that correspond
to the [Quick Launch] and [Support] buttons. When you receive your notebook, the [Support] button is pre-
configured to launch the Fujitsu Support Center.
See “Opening the Fujitsu Support Center with the Support
Button” on page 34. To reconfigure the buttons to launch another program proceed to the following steps. The
Quick Launch button is pre-configured to launch Internet Explorer.
3 Click on [Application Registration...].
4 Click the “Select from Start Menu” box.
5 Scroll down the list of applications, and then click on the application you wish to launch with this button.
6 Select one of the sound options: "Replay Sound" or "Do not replay sound”. You change sound file by pressing
the [Reference] button and browsing to a desired sound file. Supported sound formats: .WAV, .MID and .RMI.
If you select "Replay Sound", a sound will be played when the button is pressed. Click [Next].
7 Click [Next], [Finish], [OK]. The button will now launch the new application.
8 When you have finished with Application Panel Setup click OK, and the new settings will take effect. You can
reconfigure your LIFEBOOK Support Button as often as you like.
9 If you want to return all buttons to the original settings, perform the following steps:
-- Click on [Start] -> All Programs -> LIFEBOOK Application Panel.
-- Click on "LIFEBOOK Application Panel Initialization".
-- Click [Initialization] -> [Yes] -> [OK].37
Getting Started with Your LIFEBOOK Figure 17. Connecting the AC Adapter
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.
2 Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in the On or Access,
3 Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power jack on an airplane seat.
Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power
1 Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.
2 Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.
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
To open the display, lift the display backwards, being careful not to touch the screen, until it is at a
comfortable viewing angle.
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 three ways to adjust the brightness, by using the
keyboard, the Power Options, or the Windows Mobility Center.40
• [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display.
• [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display.
Using the Power Options
To change the brightness using the Power Options utility, open the Control Panel and click on the Power
Options icon. At the bottom of the window, drag the Screen brightness: bar to the left or right, depending
upon your preference. Note that the settings you make via this utility become permanent until you decide
to change them again.
Using the Windows Mobility Center
Click Start -> Control Panel. In View by:, select one of the icon views. Select Display, then click Adjust
brightness in the left pane. At the bottom of the window, drag the Screen brightness: bar to the left or
right, depending upon your preference.
Closing the Display Panel
To close the display, hold the edge of the display panel and pull it forward until it is flush with the body
of your LIFEBOOK notebook.
• WHEN USING AC POWER YOUR BRIGHTNESS SETTING IS SET TO ITS HIGHEST LEVEL BY DEFAULT. WHEN USING BATTERY POWER YOUR BRIGHTNESS SETTING IS SET TO APPROXIMATELY MID-LEVEL BY DEFAULT.
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
To turn on your LIFEBOOK notebook from its off state, press the Power/Suspend/Resume button, located
above the keyboard to the right. When you are done working you can either leave your notebook in
Suspend mode (see “Sleep Mode” on page 47), or you can turn it off (see “Powering Off” on page 49).
When you power on your LIFEBOOK, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal
parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your LIFEBOOK notebook will emit
an audio warning and/or an error message will be displayed. See “Power On Self Test Messages” on
page 83. Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by starting the operating
system or by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the POST, your notebook will load your operating system.
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.
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. This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you
power up or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until
your operating system is found. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence
including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is completed without a failure and
without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating system’s opening screen.
The boot sequence is executed when:
• You turn on the power to your LIFEBOOK notebook.
• You restart your notebook from the Windows Shut Down dialog box.
• The software initiates a system restart. Example: When you install a new application.
Hard Disk Drive Passwords
To provide additional security for your data, you can assign passwords to your hard disk drive(s). This
feature is managed in the system BIOS Setup Utility. See BIOS Setup Utility below for information about
accessing the utility.
NEVER TURN OFF YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK DURING THE POWER ON SELF TEST (POST) OR IT WILL CAUSE AN ERROR MESSAGE TO BE DISPLAYED WHEN YOU TURN YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK ON THE NEXT TIME. See “Power On Self Test Messages” on page 83.
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.
Entering the BIOS Setup Utility
To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following (or use the SecureCore Menu, as detailed below):
1 Turn on or restart your LIFEBOOK notebook.
2 To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open
the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
3 Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the other setup menus to review or alter
the current settings.
Using the SecureCore Menu
When the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. press the [Enter] key or click on the left mouse or touchpad
button; the SecureCore Menu will appear.
The SecureCore Menu provides shortcuts to the following menus and information screens:
• Recovery and Utility
- Starting Your LIFEBOOK Notebook
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.
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.
We strongly recommend that you not attach any external devices and do not put a DVD/CD in your drive
until you have gone through the initial power on sequence.
When you turn on your notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do
nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
Starting Windows the First Time
After you boot up the system the first time and follow the instructions on the screen, you will eventually
come to the Welcome window. After the Welcome window appears, the screen will black out for up to
several minutes. This is normal. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO POWER DOWN THE SYSTEM AT THIS POINT. While the screen is blacked out, your system configuration is being set up and the necessary files
are being installed.
During the course of the first start up, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements
(EULAs) for Microsoft and Fujitsu.
- Starting Your LIFEBOOK Notebook
Several additional windows will appear, prompting you to enter a name and description for your computer,
an Administrator password, and a domain name. Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in
the information as directed. Once you have pfinished with the setup, it is very important that you install
ClickMe!, as detailed below.
The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me! in the Start menu. It is very
important that you run the ClickMe! utility the first time you boot up in order to ensure that the
necessary applications, utilities. and drivers are installed. When you click the Click Me! icon, your
system will automatically create the related icons in the system tray in the bottom right of the screen.
These icons provide links to utilities that you will frequently access.
When you install the ClickMe! utility, several applications and utilities are installed; this takes time.
While ClickMe! is installing, the system may go into Suspend mode. If this should occur, slide the
Power/Suspend/Resume button momentarily to wake the system up. Alternately, while ClickMe! is
installing, slide your finger across the touchpad every few minutes to keep the system awake.
Registering your LIFEBOOK with Fujitsu
You can register your notebook 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.
BEFORE INSTALLING THE CLICKME! UTILITY, BE SURE THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE IS ENABLED BY PUSHING THE WLAN/BLUETOOTH ON/OFF SWITCH TO THE ON POSITION.
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
Your LIFEBOOK notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these
features are automatic and need no user intervention. However, others depend on the parameters you set
to best suit your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness. Internal power management
for your notebook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power
management application, or from settings made in BIOS setup utility.
Besides the options available for conserving battery power, there are also some things that you can do to
prevent your battery from running down as quickly. For example, you can create an appropriate power
saving profile, put your notebook into Sleep mode when it is not performing an operation, and you can
limit the use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery powered computers, there is a trade-off
between performance and power savings.
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
When your notebook is active, the Power/Suspend/Resume button can be used to manually put the
notebook into Sleep mode. Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button when the notebook is active, but not
actively accessing anything, and immediately release the button. Note that if you press the button
continuously for four seconds or longer, your notebook will shut down.
If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Power/Suspend/Resume button returns your notebook to
active operation. You can tell whether the system is Suspended by looking at the Power indicator. If the
indicator is visible and not flashing, your notebook is fully operational. If the indicator is visible and
flashing, your notebook is in Sleep mode. If the indicator is not visible, the power is off or your notebook
is in Hibernation mode. (See Hibernation Feature)
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 will go into Sleep mode due to one of the following actions or conditions:48
• Pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on.
• Selecting Sleep from the Windows Shut Down menu.
• Timing out from lack of activity.
• Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.
System memory typically stores the files on which you are working, open application information, and
any other data required to support operations in progress. When you resume operation from Sleep, your
system will return to where it left off. You must use the Power/Suspend/Resume button to resume
operation, and there must be an adequate power source available, or your notebook will not resume.
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 Power/Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature.
Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature
The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature, follow these steps:
1 From the Start menu, select Control Panel > Power Options.
2 Select Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing the lid does, then make your selection
Windows Power Management
The Power Options icon in the Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power management
settings. For example, you can use Power Options to set the timeout values for turning off the display and
hard disks whether you are running the notebook on battery or one of the adapters.
Restarting the System
If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure.
1 Click the [Start] button, then move the mouse over the small arrow at the bottom right of the right-hand pane.
2 Select Restart from the list.
Before turning off the power, check that the hard drive/optical drive access indicator is off. If you turn off
the power while accessing a disk there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your notebook shuts down
without error, use the Windows shutdown procedure.
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:
Click the [Start] button, and then move the mouse over the small arrow at the bottom right of the right-
hand pane. Click the [Shut Down] button.
TURNING OFF YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK WITHOUT EXITING WINDOWS OR TURNING ON YOUR NOTEBOOK WITHIN 10 SECONDS OF THE NOTEBOOK BEING SHUT OFF MAY CAUSE AN ERROR WHEN YOU START THE NEXT TIME.
ENERGY STAR® Compliance
Your Fujitsu system is an ENERGY STAR® qualified mobile PC. By choosing a computer
with the latest energy-saving technology, you’re helping to preserve our environment for
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S.
Department of Energy, Natural Resources Canada, and other governments around the world
helping us save money while protecting the environment through energy efficient products
and practices. With energy costs and global warming top-of-mind for consumers, Fujitsu is committed to
offering solutions that help consumers conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment.
You will notice that your computer is initially set so that the display turns off after 15 minutes of user
inactivity, and the computer goes into Sleep mode after 20 minutes of user inactivity. When going into
Sleep mode, the computer also reduces the speed of any active Ethernet network links. To “wake” the
computer from Sleep mode, press the Suspend/Resume Button.
Energy saving benefits:
Fujitsu ENERGY STAR qualified mobile PCs use about half as much electricity as standard equipment –
saving half in utility costs. But more than that, ENERGY STAR also makes a difference for the
environment. Did you know that the average house can be responsible for twice the greenhouse gas
emissions as the average car? That’s because every time you flip on a light switch, run your dishwasher,
or turn on your PC, you use energy, which means more greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. So
the more energy we can save through energy efficiency, the more we help to reduce greenhouse gases and
the risks of global warming.
To learn more about the important ENERGY STAR program, visit: www.energystar.gov.
To read about how Fujitsu is supporting Sustainable Management along with several other environmental
activities, visit the Fujitsu Corporate Citizenship page at:
http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/www/content/aboutus/environmental/environment.php51
User-Installable Features
Your LIFEBOOK notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook
when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be
exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
The Lithium ion battery operating time may become shorter if it is used under the following conditions:
• When used at temperatures that exceed a low of 5°C or a high of 35°C. Extreme temperatures not
only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the
Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to charge a battery that is outside its operating
temperature range. See “Status Indicator Panels” on page 22.
• When using a high current device such as a Multi-Format DVD Writer, CD-ROM drive, optical
drive, or the hard drive, using the AC adapter will conserve your battery life.
DO NOT LEAVE A FAULTY BATTERY IN YOUR NOTEBOOK. IT MAY DAMAGE YOUR AC ADAPTER, OPTIONAL A UTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER, ANOTHER BATTERY OR YOUR NOTEBOOK ITSELF. IT MAY ALSO PREVENT OPERATION OF YOUR NOTEBOOK BY DRAINING ALL AVAILABLE CURRENT INTO THE BAD BATTERY.52
- Lithium ion Battery
Recharging the Batteries
If you want to know the condition of the primary Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator
located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator changes as the battery level changes.
The Lithium ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge
the battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged is installed in your LIFEBOOK notebook and
connect the AC or Auto/Airline adapter.
There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery therefore you do not need to discharge the battery
completely before recharging. The charge times will be significantly longer if your notebook is in use
while the battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery more quickly, put your notebook into
Standby mode, or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery. (See Power Management on page
47 for more information on Standby mode and shutdown procedure)
• 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, 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.
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.
Once your notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until
you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged battery. Once you have provided power,
you will need to press the Power/Suspend/Resume button to resume operation.
In the Dead Battery Suspend mode, your data can be maintained for some time, but if a power source is
not provided promptly, the Power indicator will stop flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the
data that was not stored. Once you provide power, you can continue to use your notebook while an adapter
is charging the battery.
The Status Indicator panel uses an LED below the battery outline of the Battery Level indicator to display
the operating level available in that battery. If this display shows a Shorted Battery, it means the battery is
damaged and must be replaced so it does not damage other parts of your LIFEBOOK notebook.
USING HEAVY CURRENT DEVICES OR FREQUENT DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM ACCESSES MAY PREVENT CHARGING COMPLETELY.
- Lithium ion Battery
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 Have a charged battery ready to install.
2 Shut down your notebook and disconnect the AC adapter.
3 With the system positioned as shown in 19a, press the #1 latch backwards and -- while holding it -- sliding the
#2 latch to the right. Lift the battery out of the bay using the lift point as shown in Figure 19b.
4 Insert a new battery into the bay (See Figure 20), and press it down so that it is seated firmly.
5 Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.
Figure 19. Removing a Battery
Hot-swapping Batteries
To hot-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these easy steps:
1 Plug an AC Adapter into the system and connect it to a power outlet.
Figure 20. Replacing a Battery
2 Follow steps 3 and 4 in “Cold Swapping Batteries”.
Your system contains the following optical drive:
Blu-ray™ Combo Drive: This drive allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as well
as to read the following media formats: BD-ROM (Single and Dual Layer), BD-R (Single and Dual
Layer), BD-RE (Single and Dual Layer), DVD-ROM (Single and Dual Layer), DVD+R (Single and Dual
Layer), DVD-R (Single and Dual Layer), DVD+RW (Single Layer) DVD-RW (Single Layer), DVD-
RAM (Ver.2), CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW discs.
This drive allows you to write to the following media formats: DVD-RAM (Ver2), DVD+R (Single and
Dual Layer), DVD+RW, DVD-R (Single and Dual Layer), DVD-RW, CD-R, and CD-RW discs. It also
has the same functions as an ordinary CD/DVD/BD-ROM drive.
Media Player Software
With the optical drive and media player software you can play movies and music on your notebook. The
media player includes controls which allow you to take full advantage of the features of a digital movie,
as well as standard features such as fast forward, fast reverse, pause, etc. With this drive you can also burn
onto recordable discs.
Loading Media on Your Drive
To load a disc into your optical drive:
1 Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive to open the holder tray. The tray will come out
of the LIFEBOOK notebook a short distance.
2 Gently pull the tray out until a media disc can easily be placed in the tray.
3 Place the media into the tray, label side up, with the hole in the center of the disc. Snap the disc onto the raised
circle in the center of the tray.
4 Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click
• DO NOT OPERATE YOUR OPTICAL DRIVE UNLESS YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK IS SITTING ON A FLAT SURFACE.
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 Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray.
3 Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray.
4 Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click.
Using the Media Player Software
1 Insert the disc into the optical drive of the notebook. If the CD AutoRun feature activates, skip Step 2.
2 The first time you insert a movie into the media tray, you will be prompted to select what you want the system
to do when discs are inserted (e.g., start automatically or wait for a prompt). Until you make a selection, you will
receive the same prompt whenever you insert a disc.
3 Click OK to close the About DVD Player Performance dialog box and the movie will begin.
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.
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.
Straighten one side of a paper clip and push
it gently into the hole. The tray will pop out.
Figure 23. Emergency Tray Release
D EPENDING UPON ITS CONFIGURATION, YOUR SYSTEM MAY NOT HAVE THE MEDIA PLAYER SOFTWARE PRE-INSTALLED. IF IT IS NOT INSTALLED, REFERENCE THE DOCUMENTATION THAT ACCOMPANIES THE MEDIA APPLICATION.60
1 Right-click on the movie screen to open a dropdown menu for options.
2 Select View, then Player for all controls available. This will open the control panel at the bottom of the screen.
Using the Media Player Control Panel
The media player software allows you to watch the movie much like a VCR player. You can pause, rewind,
fast-forward and stop the movie at any point.
1 To pause the movie, click the on-screen button.
2 To rewind the movie, click the button to rewind to a specific portion of the movie, or the button to return to
3 To fast-forward the movie, click the button to forward to a specific portion of the movie, or the button to
jump to the ending credits.
4 To stop the movie, click the button.
Exiting the Media Player
1 Click the located in the upper right corner of the title bar. This will open a media player dialog box.
2 Click Yes to stop and exit the movie, or No to close the media player dialog box and return to the movie.
Using Media Player on Battery Power
Since optical drives consume a lot of power, your overall battery life will be significantly shorter when
operating the optical drive continuously (such as watching a DVD movie) than during standard operation.
• 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,
To Watch a Movie on Battery Power:
1 Have an additional full-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use.
2 Start watching your DVD movie.
3 When the low battery warning occurs, immediately stop the movie and exit the media player.
4 Power down your notebook and replace the discharged battery with an additional fully-charged battery. If you
do not have an additional battery, you may attach AC power as soon as you see the low battery warning.
5 Resume operation by pressing the Suspend button again. This is not required if you attached AC power without
entering standby mode.
6 Restart your media player, locate and skip to the chapter of the movie you were last watching, then continue
watching your DVD movie.
IF YOU DO NOT STOP THE MEDIA PLAYER QUICKLY AND THE LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK ATTEMPTS TO AUTO-SUSPEND (CRITICAL BATTERY LOW STATE) THE LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK WILL SHUT DOWN IMPROPERLY. IF THIS OCCURS, YOU MAY NEED TO PERFORM A HARD RESET AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS, IF ANY, PRESENTED TO YOU BEFORE THE SYSTEM WILL REBOOT.
S OME SHORTER DVD MOVIES MAY NOT REQUIRE YOU TO SWAP BATTERIES OR ATTACH AC POWER TO COMPLETE THEM. HOWEVER, IT IS BEST TO BE PREPARED SINCE ACTUAL BATTERY LIFE WHILE OPERATING THE OPTICAL DRIVE CANNOT BE GUARANTEED.62
- Memory Stick/Secure Digital Cards
Figure 24. Installing a Memory Stick/SD Card
Memory Stick/Secure Digital Cards
Your LIFEBOOK notebook supports Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, Secure Digital (SD), Secure
Digital High Capacity (SDHC), and Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) 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.
Memory Stick is a flash memory technology that allows you to record, transfer and share digital content,
such as digital pictures, movies, music, voice, and computer data and applications.
Secure Digital (SD) Cards are very similar to Memory Sticks. Like Memory Sticks, SD Cards allow
portable storage among a variety of devices, such as cell phones, Global Positioning Systems, digital
cameras, and PDAs. SD Cards transfer data quickly, with low battery consumption. Like the Memory
Stick, it uses flash memory architecture. As the name implies, SDHC cards are high-capacity SD cards.
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- Memory Stick/Secure Digital Cards
Installing Memory Stick and SD Cards
Memory Stick and SD Cards are installed in the Memory Stick/SD Card slot on the front edge of the
notebook. To install a card, follow these steps:
1 See your specific card manual for instructions on the installation of your card. Some cards may require that your
notebook is off while installing them.
2 Make sure there is no card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing a Memory Stick/SD Card.
3 Insert your card into the slot with the product label facing up.
4 Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.
Removing A Memory Stick or SD Card
To remove a Memory Stick or SD Card, simply push the card in until it unlatches. It will then eject from
the slot for removal.
INSTALLING OR REMOVING A MEMORY STICK OR SD CARD DURING YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK’S SHUTDOWN OR BOOTUP PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND/OR YOUR LIFEBOOK NOTEBOOK.
Memory Upgrade Module
Your Fujitsu LIFEBOOK notebook comes with a minimum of 4GB of high speed Double Data Rate
Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR3-1333 MHz 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-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only
from the Fujitsu web store at www.shopfujitsu.com.
Installing Memory Upgrade Modules
1 Turn off power to your notebook, remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline). Remove the battery.
2 Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.
3 Turn the notebook bottom side up, and remove the screw from the memory upgrade module compartment (see
5 Remove the memory upgrade module from the static guarded sleeve.
- Memory Upgrade Module
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 those in
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. You’ll hear a click when it is properly in place.
8 Replace the cover and reinstall the screws.
Figure 25. Opening the Memory Compartment Figure 26. Installing a Memory Module
- Memory Upgrade Module
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 which dynamically allocates
system memory to accelerate graphics performance.
Removing a Memory Upgrade Module
1 Perform steps 1 through 4 of Installing a Memory Upgrade
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.
Checking the Memory Capacity
Once you have changed the system memory capacity by
replacing the installed module with a larger one, be sure to
check that your notebook has recognized the change.
Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] -> Control
Panel -> System and Maintenance -> System. The amount
of memory is displayed next to “Memory - RAM:”
Figure 27. Removing memory module
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 71.67 - Device Ports Device Ports
Your Fujitsu LIFEBOOK notebook comes equipped with multiple ports to which you can connect external
devices including: disk drives, keyboards, printers, etc.
Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack
Universal Serial Bus Ports
The Universal Serial Bus ports (USB) allow you to connect USB devices such as external game pads,
pointing devices, keyboards and/or speakers. There are five USB ports on your notebook, as follows:
Left-hand side, from left to right (see “Left-Side Panel Components” on page 15):
USB 2.0 - USB 3.0 - USB 3.0 - USB 2.0 with Anytime Charge
Right-hand side (see “Right-Side Panel Components” on page 17): USB 2.0
In order to connect a USB device, simply align the connector with the port opening, then push the
connector into the port until it is seated.
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for a 10Base-
T/100Base-Tx 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
1 Align the connector with the port opening.
2 Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN outlet.
Figure 28. Connecting LAN Device
Figure 29. 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 Align the connector with the port opening.
2 Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
THERE ARE THREE DIFFERENT TYPES OF USB PORTS ON THIS SYSTEM: USB 3.0, USB 2.0, AND USB
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) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your
notebook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps:
1 Align the connector with the port opening.
2 Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
The analog RGB port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. In order to connect an
external video device, follow these easy steps:
1 Align the connector with the port opening.
2 Push the connector into the port until it is
3 Tighten the two hold-down screws, located
on each end of the connector.
Connecting an External Video Device
The High-Definition Multimedia Interface
(HDMI) port is a digital audio/video interface
over which uncompressed streams can be
transmitted. HDMI is used to connect
compatible digital devices with your computer
(such as big-screen TVs and video recorders).
To connect an HDMI device:
1 Align the connector with the port opening.
2 Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
Figure 31. Connecting an HDMI device
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
Identifying the Problem
If you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:
1 Turn off your LIFEBOOK notebook.
2 Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your notebook and to an active AC power source.
3 Make sure that any card installed in the ExpressCard slot is seated properly. You can also remove the card from the slot, thus eliminating it as a possible cause of failure. 4 Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged in properly. You can also disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as possible causes of failure. 5 Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it back on.
6 Go through the boot sequence.
7 If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed troubleshooting information.72
8 If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Troubleshooting Table without success, contact your support
Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
Web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support.
Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support
representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:
• Conditions under which the problem occurred
• Any error messages that have occurred
• Type of device connected, if any
See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your notebook for configuration and serial numbers.
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.73
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
Shutdown and Startup Problems . page 79
There is no sound coming
from the built-in speakers.
The volume is turned
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] increases your notebook volume.
control is set too low.
Manually adjusting the volume should dynamically adjust the vol-
ume of the operating (see above). If that doesn’t work, adjust the
sound volume control settings in your software or application.
Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers, remove
Software driver is not
configured correctly.
The Audio Driver may be installed or reinstalled by using the Driv-
ers and Applications CD that came with your LIFEBOOK. Refer to
your application and operating system documentation for help.
been muted using the
Volume icon in the sys-
Click on the Volume icon in the tool tray on the bottom right of the
screen. (It looks like a speaker). If the Mute box is checked, click
on it to uncheck it. You can also use the [Fn+F3] key combination
to toggle the volume on and off. Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn]
will toggle the audio mute.
Optical Drive Problems
LIFEBOOK notebook fails
to recognize Optical discs.
The disc is not pushed
down onto raised center
circle of the drive.
Open optical drive tray and re-install the disc properly.
Optical drive tray is not
Push on the front of the optical drive tray until it latches. If that
doesn’t work, pull out the modular drive latch to remove the device
from the bay, then re-insert the drive until it latched; this ensures
that the drive is properly seated.
Incorrect DVD Player or
no DVD Player software
Install DVD Player software. (See “Media Player Software” on
page 56 for more information.)75
LIFEBOOK notebook fails
to recognize optical discs.
Wrong drive designator
was used for the disc in
Verify the drive designator used by the application is the same as
the one used by the operating system. When the operating sys-
tem is booted from a DVD/CD, drive designations are automati-
cally adjusted. Note that the drive designation can be changed
with the Disk Management tool located at Administrative Tools ->
Computer Management.
is dirty or defective.
Wipe the disc with a non-abrasive CD cleaning cloth and reinsert.
If it still will not work try another DVD/CD-RW/CD-ROM in the
The drive access indicator
on the Status Indicator
Panel blinks regularly with
no drive installed or disc in
insertion function is
active and is checking
to see if a disc is ready
This is normal. However, you may disable this feature.
You cannot access your
The wrong drive desig-
nator was used by an
bootable disc was used
to start the notebook.
Verify drive designator used by application is in use by the operat-
ing system. When the operating system is booted from a CD, drive
designations are automatically adjusted.
Security is set so your
OS cannot be started
Verify your password and security settings.
Keyboard or Mouse Problems
The built-in keyboard does
The notebook has gone
Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Your application has
locked out your key-
Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart your system.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions76
You have installed an exter-
nal 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 67.
Your operating system
software is not set up
with correct software
driver for that device.
Check your device and operating system documentation and acti-
vate the proper driver.
You have connected an
external keyboard or a
mouse and it seems to be
locking up the system.
Your operating system
software is not setup
with correct software
driver for that device.
Check your device and operating system documentation and acti-
vate the proper driver.
Your system crashed. Try to restart your notebook.
Your System Properties
screen does not show the
correct amount of installed
Your memory module is
not properly installed.
Remove and re-install your memory upgrade module.
See “Memory Upgrade Module” on page 64.
You have installed a USB
device, but the notebook
does not recognize it or it
doesn’t work properly.
The device is not prop-
Remove and re-install the device. See “Device Ports” on page 67.
been installed while an
application was running,
so your notebook is not
aware of its installation.
Close the application and restart your notebook.
have the correct soft-
See your software documentation and activate the correct driver.
You turn on your LIFE-
BOOK notebook and noth-
ing seems to happen.
The battery is installed
Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence and condition
of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panels” on page 22. If a bat-
tery is indicating a short, remove that battery and operate from
another power source or replace that battery.
charged or there is no
power adapter installed.
Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence and
condition of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panels” on page 22.
Install a charged battery or a Power adapter.
The battery is low. Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence and
condition of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panels” on page 22.
Use an AC adapter to operate until a battery is charged or install a
The power adapter (AC
or auto/airline) is not
plugged in properly.
Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. See “Power
Sources” on page 38.
The power adapter (AC
or auto/airline) is faulty.
Try a different Power adapter.
The power adapter has
no power from the AC
outlet, airplane seat
jack, or cigarette lighter.
Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for a line switch or
tripped circuit breaker for the AC outlet. If you are using an
auto/airline adapter in a car make sure the ignition switch is in the
On or Accessories position.
Your LIFEBOOK notebook
turns off all by itself.
set for auto timeouts
which are too short for
your operating needs.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore
operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Check your power management settings, or close your applica-
tions and go to the Power Options Properties located in the Con-
trol Panel to adjust the timeout values to better suit your needs.
You have a battery
Verify the condition of the battery using the Status Indicator panel,
and replace or remove a shorted battery. See “Status Indicator
turns off all by itself.
Your power adapter has
failed or lost its power
Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet has power.
You are operating on
ignored a low battery
alarm until the battery is
at the dead battery state
gone into Dead Battery
Install a power adapter and then push the Power/Sus-
pend/Resume button. See “Power Sources” on page 38.
Your LIFEBOOK notebook
will not work on battery
The installed battery is
Replace the battery with a charged one or install a power adapter.
No battery is installed. Install a charged battery.
The battery is improp-
Verify that the battery is properly connected by re-installing it.
Your installed battery
Verify the condition of the battery using the Status Indicator panel
and replace or remove any shorted battery. See “Status Indicator
The battery seems to
discharge too quickly.
application that uses a
lot of power due to fre-
quent hard drive or opti-
cal drive access, or use
of a Wireless device.
Use both the primary battery and an optional second battery
and/or use a power adapter for this application when at all
The power savings fea-
tures may be disabled.
Check the Power Options menu settings and adjust according to
your operating needs.
The brightness is turned
Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher the brightness
the more power your display uses.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions79
The battery seems to
discharge too quickly.
The battery is very old. Replace the battery.
The battery has been
exposed to high tem-
Replace the battery.
Shutdown and Startup Problems
The Suspend/Resume but-
Select the “Choose what the power button does” option.
There may be applica-
tion software conflict
Close all applications and try the button again.
The system powers up, and
displays power on informa-
tion, but fails to load the
The boot sequence set-
tings of the setup utility
are not compatible with
Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the
Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the setup
utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot menu. See
“BIOS Setup Utility” on page 43.
requiring a password to
Make sure you have the right password. Enter the setup utility and
verify the Security settings and modify them as accordingly. See
“BIOS Setup Utility” on page 43.
Internal hard drive was
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 dis-
played on the screen during
(POST) has detected a
See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to determine the
meaning and severity of the problem. Not all messages are errors;
some are simply status indicators. See “Power On Self Test Mes-
Your notebook appears to
you exited setup utility.
Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when exiting the
up battery has failed.
Contact your support representative for repairs. This is not a user
serviceable part but has a normal life of 3 to 5 years.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions80
Your system display won’t
turn on when the system is
turned on or has resumed.
You have installed the
Check the Status Indicator Panel for presence of the Security
icon. If it is visible, enter your password See “Status Indicator Pan-
The built-in display is blank
when you turn on your
The notebook is set for
Pressing [F10] while holding down the [Fn] key allows you to
change your selection of where to send your display video. Each
time you press the keys you will step to the next choice. The
choices, in order are: built-in display only, external monitor only,
both built-in display and external monitor.
The display angle and
brightness settings are
not adequate for your
lighting conditions.
Move the display and the brightness control until you have ade-
quate visibility. Pressing either the [F6] or [F7] keys while holding
down the [Fn] key also allows you to change the brightness level
ment timeouts may be
set for very short inter-
vals 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. (The dis-
play may be shut off by Standby mode, Auto Suspend or Video
The notebook turned on
with a series of beeps and
the built-in display is blank.
(POST) has detected a
failure which does not
allow the display to
Contact your support representative.
The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
The notebook has gone
Standby mode, or Save-
you have not used it for
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore
operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Check your power management settings, or close your applica-
tions and go to the Power Savings menu of the setup utility to
adjust the timeout values to better suit your operation needs. See
“BIOS Setup Utility” on page 43.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions81
The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
timeouts may be set for
short intervals and you
didn’t notice the display
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to restore
operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
(The display may be shut off by Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or
Your display won’t turn on
when the system is turned
on or when it has resumed.
Check the status indicator panel to verify that the Security icon is
blinking. If it is blinking, enter your password.
The display does not close. A foreign object, such
as a paper clip, is stuck
Remove all foreign objects from the keyboard.
The display has bright or
If the spots are very tiny
and few in number, this
is normal for a large
This is normal; do nothing.
If the spots are numer-
ous or large enough to
interfere with your oper-
Display is faulty; contact your support representative.
The application display
uses only a portion of your
screen and is surrounded
application that doesn’t
support the system’s
native pixel resolution
and display compres-
Display compression gives a clearer but smaller display for appli-
cations that do not support the system’s native pixel resolution.
You can fill the screen but have less resolution by changing dis-
play compression settings. These settings can be changed in the
Intel GMA control panel.
The Display is dark when
ment utility default is set
on low brightness to
Press [Fn] + [F7] to increase brightness or double-click on the bat-
tery gauge and adjust Power Control under battery settings.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions82
You have connected an
external monitor and it does
not display any information.
Your external monitor is
not properly installed.
Reinstall your device. See “Analog RGB Port” on page 69.
Your operating system
is not setup with the
correct software driver
Check your device and operating system documentation and acti-
vate the proper driver.
You have connected an
external monitor and it does
Your external monitor is
port portions of the Specifications section. See “Specifications” on
Miscellaneous Problems
Error message is displayed
on the screen during the
operation of an application.
Application software
often has its own set of
error message displays.
See your application manual and help displays screens for more
information. Not all messages are errors some may simply be sta-
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.
nnnn Memory Cache Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested by the Power On Self
Test. (This can only appear if you have an SRAM PC Card installed.)
*Extended Memory Failed at address line: xx
Extended memory not working or not configured properly. If you have installed a memory upgrade module,
verify that it is properly installed. If it is properly installed, check your Windows Setup to be sure it is not
using unavailable memory until you can contact your support representative.
nnnn Extended RAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of memory in kilobytes successfully tested.
*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. Contact your support representative.
*Incorrect Drive A type – run SETUP Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk 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 correct the inconsistency.84
*Incorrect Drive B type – run SETUP Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup. This means that the floppy disk 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 correct the inconsistency.
Problem with NVRAM access. In the unlikely case that you see this message you may have some display
problems. You can continue operating but should contact your support representative for more information.
*Keyboard controller error
The keyboard controller test failed. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may
be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.
Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to
use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.
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
*Operating system not found
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both the
fixed disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you have
changed your installation greatly, the operating system should be on drive C:. If the setup utility is correctly
set, your hard drive may be corrupted.85
*Parity Check 1 nnnn
Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data destroying failure. Contact your support
*Parity Check 2 nnnn
Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it
cannot locate the address, it displays ????. This is a potentially data-destroying failure. Contact
your support representative.
*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> 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. If using the default settings does not allow you to complete a successful boot
sequence, you should turn off the power and contact your support representative.
*Real time clock error
Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair. Contact your support representative.
*Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn
Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected. You are risking data
corruption if you continue. Contact your support representative.
nnnn Shadow RAM Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.86
*System battery is dead – Replace and run SETUP The BIOS CMOS RAM memory hold up battery is dead. This is part of your BIOS and is a board mounted
battery which requires a support representative to change. You can continue operating but you will have to
use setup utility default values or reconfigure your setup utility every time you turn off your notebook. This
battery has an expected life of 2 to 3 years.
System BIOS shadowed
System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.
*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. Contact
your support representative for repairs.
nnnn System Memory Passed
Where nnnn is the amount of system memory in kilobytes successfully tested.
The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board.
Contact your support representative for repairs.
Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.87 - Restoring Your System Image and Software Restoring Your System Image and Software
It is very important that you create DVD copies of your Factory Image before beginning to use your
system. To do so, follow the instructions below in the “Saving Your Factory Image” section.
Along with instructions on saving your Factory Image, this document outlines several other
important procedures, such as making a system image, restoring your Factory Image and system
images, managing your images, and restoring the partitions on a hard drive.
Saving your Factory Image
When you purchased your system, a copy of the pre-installed Factory Image was loaded into
a hidden partition on your hard disk drive. Having a copy of the original Factory Image
available to you means that in the event of system failure, you will be able to restore it to its
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After you launch the ClickMe! utility when you first start up your system, you should make a copy of the
Factory Image to DVD discs. You will need several blank discs (DVD-R or DVD+R discs are
recommended) in order to create the copy. After creating the copy, be sure to label the discs and keep them
in a safe place to ensure they do not get damaged.
Creating Backup Images of Factory Image, DAR, and Discs
Using the [Manage/Change] button, you can create backup images of the Factory Image, DAR,
Application Disc, or Bootable Disc.
1 Launch My Recovery from the desktop icon.
2 Select [Manage/Create] -> [Backup Images]
The Backup Images menu displays a list from which you can choose which type of disc you want to burn:
Bootable Disc, Drivers and Applications Restore Disc, Application Disc, or Recovery Disc.
3 Select Recovery Disc, then click [Make DVD]
4 Confirm that the # box has “2” (Note that in some cases the box may display a larger number for the factory
image, depending upon its size.)
5 The message “Recovery Disc #1. will be created. Enter your comments and number of media on the DVD”.
Click [YES] to burn the Factory Image.
6 While the copy is being made, a “Writing to the media” screen displays a progress bar. When the copy is
complete, a dialog will appear informing you of the successful completion of the backup.
SOME CONFIGURATIONS OF CERTAIN LIFEBOOK MODELS DO NOT HAVE APPLICATIONS LOADED ON THE HARD DRIVE;
RATHER, THEY ARE LOADED ON THE DAR DISC. PLEASE TAKE THAT INTO ACCOUNT WHEN READING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES. IN THE FOLLOWING STEP, DO NOT USE THE SYSTEM UNTIL THE COPY IS COMPLETE.89 - Restoring Your System Image and Software 7 Repeat the process for the remaining three images on disc (Bootable Disc, Drivers and Applications Restore
Disc, and Application Disc). The number of images available may vary depending on your system model; some
models do not have the applications loaded on the hard drive.
Recovering Your Factory Image
In the event you need to restore your original Factory Image, perform the following steps. Note that there
may be some third-party applications that need to be installed from the application media bundled with
In order to recover your Factory Image, perform the steps outlined in “Running Recovery and Utility from
hard disk” on page 3.
Backing Up a System Image
User-Configured System Backups: On your desktop, there is a [MyRecovery] icon that
allows you to make backups of your current system image either to another location on your
hard drive or on removable media. A system image is the configuration of your C: drive at a
particular point of time. You may want to make system image backups occasionally in order to have points
to which you can return without having to go all the way back to the Factory Image.
By default, system images are saved in the D: drive in the MyRecovery folder. You can also elect to save
the image to an external hard drive.
1 Click the [MyRecovery] icon on your desktop.
2 Click the [Backup] button on the MyRecovery screen.
3 On the next screen that appears, you can enter up to 200 characters of information about the backup file. This
information will help you to identify the image at a later date.
4 Click the [OK] button and the system will reboot.
ALL USER-CREATED DATA WILL BE DELETED FROM YOUR SYSTEM WHEN THE FACTORY IMAGE IS RESTORED.
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5 After rebooting, the “Creating of the backup image” window appears, in which you can either click [Create the
image on D drive] or [Select the drive] if you want to save to an external hard disk drive.
6 An image appears showing you graphically how the image will be stored. Click the [Next] button.
7 Click [Execute] to start the backup.91
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Managing Your Backup Images
With the MyRecovery tool you can also make copies of backup images, archive them on DVD, or delete
them from your hard drive.
1 To begin, click the [MyRecovery] icon on your desktop.
2 Click the [Manage/Create] button in the MyRecovery window.
3 When the MyRecovery Manager window appears, click [Manage Backup Images].
4 In the next window, a list of your backup images appears. Below the list are three buttons allowing you to [Make
DVD], [Copy], or [Delete] your backup images.
5 Select an image title from the list, then click the action button you would like to perform.
6 Note that you need to have an external disk drive connected for the [Copy] button to be enabled. If you elect to
copy the image, you will be prompted to enter the destination. If you are ready to copy, click [OK] to proceed.
A progress screen appears while the backup copy is being made.
7 Note that if you copy an image to an external hard drive, both the original and the copy will appear in the [Backup
Images] window with identical names, dates, and file sizes, but with the different drive letter to distinguish them.
Before you select [Make DVD], be sure you have a recordable DVD drive connected and blank DVDs available.
Using the Recovery and Utility Tools
The Recovery and Utility tools consist of a variety of tools that will help you recover your Factory Image,
recover system images, and delete the data from your hard disk.
Methods for accessing the utilities
Recovery and Utility Tools are preinstalled in a hidden partition by the factory, or they can be accessed by
using the bootable disc. Please note that you can delete Recovery and Utility tools from your hard disk
drive if you modify the partitions. In this case you will not be able to use the hidden partition for booting
to Recovery and Utility Tools, but you will still be able to boot from the disc.
Determining whether Recovery and Utility is pre-loaded
1 Turn on or reboot your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears, press [F12] key.92
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2 From the Boot Menu that appears, check whether the <Recovery and Utility> option is present. If it is not
present, it means that the utility must be used from the disc. Proceed to “Running Recovery and Utility from the
Bootable Disc” if <Recovery and Utility> is unavailable.
3 You can also use the SecureCore menu to determine whether the utility is pre-loaded by powering on your
system then pressing the [Enter] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. The SecureCore Menu will
appear and the Recovery and Utility option will appear in the menu.
Running Recovery and Utility from hard disk
1 Turn on or reboot your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears, press [F12] key.
2 Cursor down to <Recovery and Utility> and press the [Enter] key.
3 While the files are being loaded from the disc, a progress bar will appear at the bottom of the screen.
4 When the System Recovery Options dialog opens, select a new keyboard layout, if necessary, then click [Next].
5 When the Operating System dialog appears, select “Use recovery tools...”, then click [Next].
6 If necessary, enter your password, then click [OK].
7 When System Recovery Options window appears, click on Recovery and Utility.
8 The Recovery and Utility screen appears on the screen with three tabs: Diagnostics, Recovery and Utility.
Please note that Diagnostics tab is not supported on certain LifeBook/Stylistic models when running Recovery
and Utility from the hard disk. In order to restore the operating system, please use the middle icon “Restoring
the Factory Image (only C:\drive)” under the Recovery tab.
Running Recovery and Utility from the Bootable disc
To verify/change boot-up priority (rather than booting-up from a hard drive or external floppy 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 SecureCore™ Menu will appear.
2 Select the Boot Menu from the SecureCore Menu.
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3 Highlight the CD/DVD option.
4 Insert the bootable disc into the drive tray.
5 Click [OK]. While the files are being loaded from the disc, a progress bar will appear at the bottom of the screen.
6 When the System Recovery Options dialog opens, select a new keyboard layout, if necessary, then click [Next].
7 When the Operating System dialog appears, click [Next].
8 If necessary, enter your password, then click [OK].
9 When System Recovery Options window appears, click on Recovery and Utility.
10 When the Recovery and Utility screen appears, three tabs will be present: Diagnostics, Recovery, and Utility.
Recovery and Utility tabs
Diagnostics tab: The Diagnostics tool is designed for use by IT professionals. It is not likely you will
need to use this tool. When you select devices from the Diagnosis window then click [Execute], several
tests are performed on the selected components.
Recovery tab: The Recovery tab contains three tools: Recovering User-Configured System Backups,
Restoring the Factory Image (only C: drive), and Restoring the Factory Image (full hard drive recovery).
You can use these tools to restore the Factory Image from the hidden partition, restore backup image(s)
you created or images stored on DVD discs, and perform a full hard drive recovery. Refer to instructions
above for details on how to create Factory Image Recovery DVDs, user backup DVDs and system image
Utility tab: The Utility tab contains three tools: Hard Disk Data Delete, Restore Recovery and Utility, and
Windows Complete PC Restore.
• The Hard Disk Data Delete utility is used to delete all data on the hard disk and prevent the data
from being reused. NOTE: Do not use the Hard Disk Data Delete utility unless you are
absolutely certain that you want to erase your entire hard disk, including all partitions.
• Restore Recovery and Utility allows you to restore the first hidden partition.
• Windows Complete PC Restore utility allows you to restore an image created with Windows
Backup and Restore Center. Windows Complete PC Restore will overwrite the data on your hard
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Recovering your Factory Image using Recovery and Utility (for new hard drive or non-
bootable hard drive)
If you have installed a new hard drive or your hard drive is not bootable, perform the following steps. Note
that first you will need to create new partitions on the hard drive, then restore the Factory Image:
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 SecureCore™ Menu will appear.
2 Select the Boot Menu from the SecureCore Menu.
3 Highlight the CD/DVD option.
4 Insert the bootable disc in your DVD drive, then click [OK].
5 When System Recovery Options window appears, click on <Recovery and Utility>.
6 When the System Recovery Options dialog opens, select a new keyboard layout, if necessary, then click [Next].
7 When the Operating System dialog appears, click [Next].
8 If necessary, enter your password, then click [OK].
9 When System Recovery Options window appears, click on <Recovery and Utility>.
10 Click the Recovery tab in the Recovery and Utility window, then click <Restoring the Factory Image (full hard
drive recovery> icon.
12 Read the precautions, then select “I Agree”.
13 Click [Next], then click [Next] to start the recovery process.
14 “1. Recovery Disc Check” will be in bold and the rest will be grayed out. Follow the instructions and “Insert the
Recovery Disc #1”. In some cases, you may prompted to “Insert the Recovery Disc #2”, depending upon the
size of the Recovery Image
15 Click [Next] to begin the check. Click [Next] again when the check is complete.
16 “2. Initializing hard disk drive” will be in bold with the message “Please insert the Bootable Disc into your optical
drive”. Insert the bootable disc. Click [Next] to proceed. A dialog box appears, with a checking disc message.
17 “Warning All DATA on the Hard Disk will be completely erased!!!” will appear. Select [OK]. The partition creation
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18 “3. Restoring Factory Image to hidden partition” will be in bold with the message “Please insert the Recovery
Disk#1 into the optical drive”. Click [Next] to proceed.
19 After completion, the tool will automatically go back to "3.Restoring Factory Image to hidden partition" but will
include the note "Please insert your Application Disc(s) starting with #1, then click [OK]. After installation of each
disc, insert the next and continue until all have been installed. If you don't have your Application Disc(s) or you
have inserted all your application discs. Please click [Cancel] to continue." At this point, you can either:
• Insert Application Disc(s) to restore back to hidden partition, or,
• Click [Cancel] to skip restoring Application disc(s) and continue with restore.
20 If you select to insert Application Disc, after copying of application disc(s) to hidden partition is completed, the
message will appear again. Repeat inserting application disc(s) until all discs have been copied, then click
[Cancel] to continue with Restore.
21 After clicking [Cancel], a confirmation message will appear "If you want to skip copying or copy has been
finished, click [OK]. Click [Cancel] to return to Restoring Factory Image to hidden partition."
22 Click [OK] and Restoring Factory Image will begin.
23 When restoration is complete, you will see the message “Restoration has been completed. Click [OK] to reboot
the computer.” Click [OK].
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). If the icon does not appear in the system tray, go to [Start] -> All Programs,
and click on Fujitsu Driver Update; this will create the icon automatically.
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Check for updates now
Allows for manual driver update search. The first time it is used, you are prompted to agree to a user
agreement. After you click the icon, FDU automatically connects with the Fujitsu site to check for updates
and downloads them. While downloading, the icon has a red bar through it, indicating that it cannot be
used while the download is in process. When the update is complete, a message appears informing you.
Enable Automatic Update Notifications
Automatically searches for new updates on a regular basis (approximately every 3 days).
Brings up a screen that displays a history of updates that have been made via the FDU.
About Fujitsu Driver Update
Displays the FDU version number and copyright information.
Fujitsu Driver Update Readme
Displays the FDU readme.97
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).
• ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE HAZARDOUS IF MISUSED. OPERATIONS OF THIS PRODUCT OR SIMILAR PRODUCTS, MUST ALWAYS BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN ACCESS TO THE INTERIOR OF ANY ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS AND DO NOT PERMIT THEM TO HANDLE ANY CABLES.98
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• Your LIFEBOOK 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
vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This may require periodic cleaning, depending
upon the environment in which the system is used.
• Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight
enclosures or on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.
• If you accidentally spill liquid on your LIFEBOOK notebook:
2 Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3 Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4 If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.
• Do not use your LIFEBOOK notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).
• Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
• Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.
• Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140°
F (60° C) may damage your notebook.
• Keep the covers closed on the connectors and slots when they are not in use.
• Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
• If you are carrying your LIFEBOOK notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure
that there are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.
• Never position your notebook such that the optical drive is supporting the weight of the notebook.99
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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.
• Periodically clean the dust filter located under the system (refer to “Cleaning the dust filter” on
• 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.
Cleaning guidelines using recommended off-the-shelf cleaners
Computer exterior, computer keyboard
To clean the exterior and keyboard, use one of the following off-the-shelf products:
• Office Depot® #154-616 Notebook Cleaning Kit
• Meridrew Enterprises Klear_Screen® Wipes
• 3M CL563 Cleaner Wipes
Note: After cleaning with one of these products, gently polish with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth until the
solution is no longer visible.
To clean the LCD display, use one of the following off-the-shelf products:
• Office Depot® #154-616 Notebook Cleaning Kit
• Meridrew Enterprises Klear_Screen® Wipes
* Applies to Tablet PC, convertible PC with LCD shield, and standard notebook LCD displays.
Wipe the LCD surface gently, allowing it to dry before turning on the computer.100
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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.
Cleaning the dust filter
Your LIFEBOOK is equipped with fans to make air flow inside by pulling in outside air to cool the inside
of the system. Depending on the environment in which the system is used, dust and dirt may be pulled in
along with the air. Accumulated dust and dirt could impair the function of the system.
1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter.
2 Close the display panel and turn the system upside down.
3 Remove the dust filter access cover by pressing the latch toward the center of the cover and lifting it out (Fig.32).
4 Clean the dust filter and the air-cooling duct using a vacuum cleaner attachment (such as an extension wand).
• 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.
• ESD: BEFORE CLEANING THE FILTER, TOUCH A METAL OBJECT TO DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY.101
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Figure 32. Removing/installing the dust filter access cover
5 Put back the dust filter access cover by inserting the end without latch first (positioning the key inside first), and
pushing in the cover until it latches.
ALWAYS BE SURE THE DUST FILTER ACCESS COVER IS INSTALLED WHEN RUNNING YOUR SYSTEM. NOT USING THE FILTER COVER COULD CAUSE CONTAMINATION AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM.102
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Storing your LIFEBOOK notebook
• If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn it off, fully charge the battery, then remove and
store all Lithium ion batteries.
• Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you store your LIFEBOOK with a battery installed,
the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might
damage your LIFEBOOK.
• Store your Fujitsu LIFEBOOK in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF
(-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).
Traveling with your LIFEBOOK notebook
• Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on.
• Always bring your System Recovery CD when you travel. If you experience system software
problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems.
• It is advisable to carry the notebook with you while traveling, rather than checking it in as baggage.
• Never put your notebook through a metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by security
personnel. You can however, put your notebook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid
problems, place your notebook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as
possible or have your notebook hand-inspected by security personnel. Security officials may
require you to turn your notebook on, so make sure you have a charged battery on hand.
• ALWAYS POWER OFF THE COMPUTER BEFORE TRANSPORTING AND/OR PACKAGING IT. AFTER SHUTTING DOWN THE SYSTEM, WAIT UNTIL THE STATUS LED PANEL INDICATES POWER OFF CONDITION (I.E., NO LIGHTS ARE ILLUMINATED).
• IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE UNIT MAY NOT AUTOMATICALLY GO TO POWER OFF OR HIBERNATE MODE WHEN YOU CLOSE THE LID. THIS SITUATION MAY OCCUR DUE TO PRE-OS BOOT PASSWORD SECURITY SETTINGS OR SOME OTHER APPLICATION RUNNING ON THE COMPUTER.
• ATTEMPTING TO TRANSPORT THE COMPUTER WHILE POWER IS ON MAY DAMAGE THE NOTEBOOK DUE TO SHOCK OR OVERHEATING SINCE THE AIR VENTS MAY BE BLOCKED OR RESTRICTED.103
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• Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to
determine which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
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 loose 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.
• Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day. Doing so can shorten the battery life.
• Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.
Increasing Battery Life
• Power your LIFEBOOK notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter when possible.
• If your notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight.
Outlet Type Location Outlet Type Location
United States, Canada, parts of Latin America, Mexico,
Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan
United Kingdom, Ireland,
Malaysia, Singapore,
Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS),
most of Europe, parts of Latin America, the Middle East, parts
of Africa, Hong Kong, India, most of South Asia
China, Australia, New
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• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.
• Turn off the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off switch when not in use.
• Set the power management for maximum battery life.
• Put your notebook in Standby mode when it is turned on and you are not actually using it.
• Limit your media drive access.
• Disable the Media Player auto insert notification function.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
Caring for your Optical Media (BD/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 or scratch media discs.
• If a disc is subjected to a sudden temperature change, condensation may form on the surface. Wipe
it off with a clean, soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room temperature. DO NOT use a hair dryer
or heater to dry media discs.
• Do not get dust on media discs.
• Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.
• If a disc is dirty, use only a DVD/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint free cloth starting
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Caring for your Optical Drive
Your optical drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Please pay attention to the following points:
• The drive rotates the compact disc at a very high speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock
or vibration with the power on.
• Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be exposed to a hot, damp, or dusty environment.
• 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 the drive.
Memory Sticks/SD Cards
Caring for your Cards
Media are durable, but you must treat them with care. The documentation supplied with your card will
provide specific information, but you should pay attention to the following points:
• To keep out dust and dirt, store cards in their protective sleeves when they are not installed.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.
• Keep the cards dry.
• Do not flex or bend the cards, and do not place heavy objects on top of them.
• Do not force cards into the slot.
• Avoid dropping cards, or subjecting them to excessive vibration.106
System 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.
Configuration No. A9Zxxxxxxxxxxx
AH572, 15.6WXGA, i5-2410M , W7HP, BD-COMBO, 4GB, 500G, LAN, WLAN/BT Part No: FPC0xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Generation Intel® Core™ processor family (Refer to the system label to determine the model
• Two DIMM slots; upgradeable to 8 GB of total memory (4 GB x 2)
3 MB L3 cache on-die (may vary, depending upon system processor)
Built-in color flat-panel TFT active matrix high-definition LCD display with simultaneous display
capability. LCD contains embedded 3D filter based on Xpol® technology.
Video Color and Resolution
15.6" Crystal View Wide XGA:
Circular Polarizing 3D Glasses: one pair included108
Video RAM Intel® HD 3000 Graphics controller. The amount of shared video memory is determined by the amount
of system memory, as follows:
• Realtek codec ALC269 with 2-channel High Definition (HD) audio.
• Headphones: Stereo headphone/line-out jack, 3.5 mm, 1 V
or less, minimum impedance 32
• Microphone: Stereo microphone/line-in jack, 3.5 mm, 100 mV
or less, minimum impedance
• Two built-in boxless stereo speakers
Mass Storage Device Options
Serial ATA, 300 Mbps data buffer, 5400 rpm, 2.5”, 9.5 mm. The hard drive capacity is dependent upon
the system configuration.
System Memory Maximum
Read: 6x BD-ROM (SL/DL), 6x BD-R (SL/DL), 6x BD-RE (SL/DL), 8x DVD-ROM (SL/DL),
24x CD-R, 24x CD-RW, 4x DVD-Video
Integrated Pointing Device
Touchpad pointing device with Scroll Wheel
• Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) device
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth V2.1 device for wireless personal area network communication
Theft Prevention Lock
Lock slot for use with security restraint systems.
LIFEBOOK Application Buttons
Two user-programmable application buttons: Quick Launch button and Support button
• MS/SD Card slot for one SD Card or Memory Stick
• One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor (analog RGB port)110
• Three USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) connectors for input/output devices (including one with
Anytime USB Change feature)
• Two USB 3.0 (Universal Serial Bus) connectors for input/output devices
• One DC In connector
• One stereo headphone/line-out jack
• One stereo microphone/line-in jack
• Two 1.3 megapixel web cameras to capture pictures and video in 3D. One camera can be used in
standard 2D mode for videoconferencing and web chat. With digital microphone.
Built-in keyboard with all functions of 103 key PS/2 compatible keyboards.
• Total number of keys: 103
• Integrated 10-key keypad
• Function keys: [F1] through [F12] and feature extension key: Fn
• Three Windows keys: two Start keys, one Application key
• Key pitch: 18.4 mm; key stroke: 3.0 mm +0.5 mm
• Built-in Touchpad pointing device with left and right buttons.
• Built-in Scroll Wheel
• Spill-resistant keyboard
Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 6-cell, 10.8V, 5800 mAh
Autosensing 100-240V AC, supplying 19V DC, 4.22A, 80W to the LIFEBOOK; includes an AC cable
Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).
Dimensions and Weight
Approximately 15.12"(w) x 10.47"(d) x 1.76” (h) (384 mm x 266 mm x 44.7 mm)
Approximately 6.7 lbs. (3.05 kg)
Environmental Requirements
Operating: 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C); Non-operating: 5° to 140° F (–15° to 60° C)
Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing; Non-operating: 20% to 80%, relative, non-
For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at
Depending on your pre-installed operating system, your notebook comes with software for playing audio
and video files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software and
Power Management software. The following list indicates the software included with your system.
• Norton Internet Security™ (60-day free trial)
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.
Included with your notebook you will find manuals for your installed operating system and other pre-
installed software. Any manuals that are not included, are available online through the help system of the
software. We recommend that you review these manuals for information on the use of these applications.113
Adobe Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files across all major computing platforms.
Norton Internet Security
Your system includes a free 60-day trial version of Symantec’s Norton Internet Security™. Norton
Internet Security is a suite of tools designed to protect your LIFEBOOK notebook from computer viruses,
hackers, spyware, and spam. It assists in the protection of data currently on your hard disk from
destruction or contamination. The trial version is activated upon your acceptance of software license
agreement. After 60 days, you will need to purchase a subscription from Symantec to download latest
virus, spyware, and spam definitions.
Roxio Creator lets you burn CDs and organize, edit and share digital photos, music, data, or videos.
CyberLink PowerDVD/3D Player
CyberLink PowerDVD allows you to play 3D movies.
CyberLink MakeDisc allows you to burn data, videos and photographs to CDs or DVDs.
CyberLink YouCam allows you to capture 2D and 3D photos or movies on the embedded webcam and
share them in a variety of formats or via social networks. (Note: 3D images and movies can only be shared
via email and Blu-ray discs.)
CyberLink PowerDirector
CyberLink PowerDirector allows you to edit and enhance your videos, and add special effects to them.
TriDef 3D TriDef 3D allows you to convert your 2D images into 3D images, and back to 2D, if desired.114
Google Toolbar lets you to search the Internet quickly, block pop-ups, and perform a variety of other tasks
to make your Internet experience easier and more pleasant.
Microsoft Windows Live Essentials
Windows Live Essentials is a suite of programs that make it easier and more enjoyable to use your
notebook. Live Essentials consists of four Live applications: Messenger, Photo Gallery, Writer, and Mail.
Messenger lets you communicate and interact with individuals and groups. Photo Gallery lets you
organize, edit, and share your photos. Writer can be used to generate blog entries, upload videos and
photos to your blogs, and publish entries online. Mail makes it easy for you to manage your email.
Microsoft Office Starter 2010 Edition
Office Starter 2010 Edition is a software suite containing basic tools for writing letters and reports,
tracking family and friends with address books, managing home finances, and creating a home inventory.
Microsoft Office Starter 2010 Edition contains Office Word Starter 2010 for writing, editing, and viewing
documents, and Office Excel Starter 2010 for creating and viewing spreadsheets. Office Starter 2010
edition also contains full versions of Office Home & Student 2010, Office Home & Business 2010, and
Office Professional 2010. These full-featured suites can be accessed by purchasing a Product Key Card.
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Edition115
2D Two-dimensional. An object that is constructed on two planes (width = X and height = Y). Typical 2D
images would be a photograph or standard video.
3D Three-dimensional. An object that is constructed on three planes (X, Y, and Z). A 3D image gives the
effect of depth as well as height and width.
A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your
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
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
Points. Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. For details, refer
to on “Ad Hoc Mode” on page 135
ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. Technology for transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary
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. A program and set of default parameters stored in ROM which tests and
operates your LIFEBOOK notebook when you turn it on until it loads your installed operating system
from disk. Information from the BIOS is transferred to the installed operating system to provide it with
information on the configuration and status of the hardware.
An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).
An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe data transfer rates.117
To start-up a computer and load its operating system from disk, ROM or other storage media into
An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU and the sub-assemblies inside your
8 bits of parallel binary information.
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.
CD-ROM Compact disk read only memory. This is a form of digital data storage which is read optically with a
laser rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can contain about 600MB of data and is not
subject to heads crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear
Range of narrow-band frequencies used by the WLAN device to transmit data. IEEE802.11b/g - 11
channels, 22 MHz wide channels.
The combination of hardware and software that makes up your system and how it is allocated for use.
The information a system stores and processes.118
DC Direct current. A voltage or current that does not fluctuate periodically with time.
A pre-programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own.
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A protocol used to automatically acquire parameters required
for the communication, such as IP address. The sender of IP address is called a DHCP server, and the
receiver is called a DHCP client.
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
The hardware which spins the disk and has the heads and control circuitry for reading and writing the
DMA Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory to memory transfers of data which do not require
DMI Desktop Management Interface. A standard that provides PC management applications with a
common method of locally or remotely querying and configuring PC computer systems, hardware and
software components, and peripherals.119
DNS Domain Name System. A function to control the association between the IP address and the name
assigned to the computer. If you do not know the IP address but if you know the computer name, you
can still communicate to that computer.
DOS Disk Operating System (MS-DOS is a Microsoft Disk Operating System).
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.
ECP Extended Capability Port. A set of standards for high speed data communication and interconnection
between electronic devices.
Encryption Key (Network Key)
Data encryption key used to encrypt message text and for computing message integrity checks. Data
encryption protects data from unauthorized viewing. This device uses the same encryption key to
encode and decode the data, and the identical key is required between the sender and receiver.
ESD Electro-Static Discharge. The sudden discharge of electricity from a static charge which has built-up
slowly. Example: the shock you get from a doorknob on a dry day or the sparks you get from brushing
hair on a dry day.120
FCC Federal Communication Commission.
GB Gigabyte. One billion bytes.
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.
The connector and associated control circuits for data entering and leaving your notebook in electronic
IDE Intelligent Drive Electronics. A type of control interface for a hard drive which is inside the hard drive
Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11a devices operate in the
5 GHz lower and middle UNII bands.
Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. 802.11b devices operate in the
Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11g devices operate in the
Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 150 Mbps and more. 802.11g devices
operate in the 2.4 and 5.0 GHz bands.
A name of a wireless LAN configuration. This type of communication uses an access point. Another
type of communication is called Ad Hoc.
An identifier for a computer or device on a TCP/IP network. Networks using the TCP/IP protocol
route messages based on the IP address of the destination. The format of an IP address is a 32-bit
numeric address written as four numbers separated by periods. Each number can be zero to 255. For
example, 1.160.10.240 could be an IP address.
Within an isolated network, you can assign IP addresses at random as long as each one is unique.
However, connecting a private network to the Internet requires using registered IP addresses (called
Internet addresses) to avoid duplicates.
The four numbers in an IP address are used in different ways to identify a particular network and a
host on that network. Three regional Internet registries -- ARIN, RIPE NCC and APNIC -- assign
Internet addresses from the following three classes.
Class A - supports 16 million hosts on each of 126 networks
Class B - supports 65,000 hosts on each of 16,000 networks
Class C - supports 254 hosts on each of 2 million networks
The number of unassigned Internet addresses is running out, so a new classless scheme called CIDR
is gradually replacing the system based on classes A, B, and C and is tied to adoption of IPv6.
IRQ Interrupt Request. An acronym for the hardware signal to the CPU that an external event has occurred
which needs to be processed.122
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.
LCD Liquid Crystal Display. A type of display which makes images by controlling the orientation of
crystals in a crystalline liquid.
A type of rechargeable battery which has a high power-time life for its size and is not subject to the
memory effect as Nickel Cadmium batteries.
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.
1,000,000 cycles per second.
A repository for data and applications which is readily accessible to your notebook’s CPU.123
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.
Data that is used for encrypting data in data communication. The personal computer uses the same
network key both for data encryption and decryption, therefore, it is necessary to set the same network
key as the other side of communication.
Network name (SSID: Service Set Identifier )
When a wireless LAN network is configured, grouping is performed to avoid interference or data theft.
This grouping is performed with “Network name (SSID)”. In order to improve security, the network
key is set allowing no communication unless “Network name (SSID)” coincides with the network key.
NTSC National TV Standards Commission. The standard for TV broadcast and reception for the USA.
Open system authentication
Null authentication method specified in the 802.11 standard that performs no authentication checks on
a wireless client before allowing it to associate.
A group of control programs that convert application commands, including driver programs, into the
exact form required by a specific brand and model of microprocessor in order to produce the desired
results from that particular equipment.124
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.
A piece of equipment which performs a specific function associated with but not integral to a
computer. Examples: a printer, a modem, a CD-ROM.
The distance between the centers of the letter keys of a keyboard.
The smallest element of a display, a dot of color on your display screen. The more pixels per area the
clearer your image will appear.
POST Power On Self Test. A program which is part of the BIOS which checks the configuration and
operating condition of your hardware whenever power is applied to your notebook. Status and error
messages may be displayed before the operating system is loaded. If the self test detects failures that
are so serious that operation can not continue, the operating system will not be loaded.
PPPoE Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet. A protocol for Ethernet, using a Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP),
which is used for connection on the phone line.125
An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how
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
RAM Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your LIFEBOOK notebook that holds binary
information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
A printed circuit card with memory and associated circuitry which allows the user to add additional
memory to the computer without special tools.
The act of reloading the operating system. A reset erases all information stored in RAM.
To proceed after interruption. In your notebook this refers to returning to active operation after having
been in one of the suspension states.126
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
SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory.
Shared key authentication
802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet
that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP. If the client has the
wrong key or no key, authentication will fail and the client will not be allowed to associate with the
AP. Shared key authentication is not considered secure, because a hacker who detects both the clear-
text challenge and the same challenge encrypted with a WEP key can decipher the key.
SSID Service Set Identifier, a 32-character unique identifier attached to the header of packets sent over a
WLAN that acts as a password when a mobile device tries to connect to the BSS. The SSID
differentiates one WLAN from another, so all access points and all devices attempting to connect to a
specific WLAN must use the same SSID. A device will not be permitted to join the BSS unless it can
provide the unique SSID. Because the SSID is broadcast in plain text, it does not supply any security
To make inoperative for a period of time. Your LIFEBOOK notebook uses various suspension states
to reduce power consumption and prolong the charge of your battery.
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.127
A system using two channels to process sound from two different sources.
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. The same value shall be set among computers
communicating with each other.
An oscillator of fixed precise frequency which synchronizes the operation of the system and is counted
to provide time of day and date.
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. The Internet protocol that is most widely used.
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. Independent organization that tests and certifies the electrical safety of
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.128
VRAM Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to video display data and control.
WFM Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of
business computing without sacrificing power and flexibility.
Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) Identifies that the product has passed the interoperability test, supplied by
the WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance), which guarantees the interoperability of
wireless IEEE 802.11 LAN products. For more information on the Wi-Fi standard, go to the WECA Web site at: www.wirelessethernet.com.
WLAN Wireless Local Area Network. A wireless interconnection of computers and peripherals within a
single limited geographic location which can pass programs and data amongst themselves.129
- Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet that is on a different circuit than the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the
pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.130
- Regulatory Information
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
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. Wireless LAN
devices are safe for use by consumers because they operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and
recommendations. The use of Wireless LAN devices may be restricted in some situations or environments, such as:
• On board an airplane, or
• In an explosive environment, or
• In situations where the interference risk to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
In cases in which the policy regarding use of Wireless LAN devices in specific environments is not clear (e.g., airports,
hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial plants, private buildings), obtain authorization to use these devices prior to operating the
Regulatory Information/Disclaimers
Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user
documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved
by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio
or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution or attachment of connecting
cables and equipment other than those specified by the manufacturer. 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.
Federal Communications Commission statement
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and, (2) This device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
FCC Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2 Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
3 Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the one the receiver is connected to.
4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Figure A-1. Ad Hoc Mode Network133
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should
be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the Wireless LAN antenna (located on the top
edge of the LCD screen) and your body. The transmitters in this device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
This product or software contains encryption code which may not be exported or transferred from the US or Canada without
an approved US Department of Commerce export license. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules., as well as ICES
003 B / NMB 003 B. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu America may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
The device for the 5150 - 5250 MHz band is only for indoor usage to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel
mobile satellite systems.
The maximum antenna gain of 6 dBi permitted (for devices in the 5250 - 5350 MHz, 5470 - 5725 MHz and 5725 - 5825 MHz
bands) to comply with the e.i.r.p. limit as stated in A9.2 of RSS210.
In addition, users are cautioned to take note that high power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have priority)
of 5250 - 5350 MHz and 5650 - 5850 MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN devices.134
- Before Using the Wireless LAN Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly setup and configure the optional integrated
Wireless LAN Mini Card 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.
Wireless LAN Devices Covered by this Document
This document is applicable to systems containing the following WLAN device:
• Integrated Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205
Characteristics of the WLAN Device
• The WLAN device is a Mini-PCI card attached to the main board of the mobile computer.
• The WLAN device operates in license-free RF bands, eliminating the need to procure an FCC operating
license. The WLAN operates in the 2.4GHz Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) RF band and the lower,
middle, and upper bands of the 5GHz Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (UNII) bands.
• The WLAN device is capable of four operating modes, IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, and IEEE802.11n.
• The WLAN device is Wi-Fi certified and operate (as applicable) at a the maximum data rate of 540 Mbps
(theoretical) in IEEE802.11n mode; 54 Mbps in IEEE802.11g mode; and 11 Mbps in IEEE802.11b mode.
• The WLAN device supports the following encryption methods - WEP, TKIP, CKIP, and AES encryption.
• The Wireless LAN device is compliant with the following standards: WPA, WPA2, CCX1.0, CCX2.0, CCX3.0,
- Before Using the Wireless LAN Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device
“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. Ad Hoc networks are an easy and inexpensive
method for establishing network connectivity between multiple computers.
Ad Hoc mode requires that the SSID (service set identifier), network authentication, and encryption key
settings are identically configured on all computers in the Ad Hoc network.
Ad Hoc Mode Network136
- Before Using the Wireless LAN 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 wired LAN in order to access computers,
devices, and services such as file servers, printers, and databases.
Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode Network
Wired LAN Access Point*
*An optional hub for a wired
LAN may be required depending
upon the type of access point used.137
- Before Using the Wireless LAN 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.
Wireless Network Considerations
• The WLAN device supports IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, and IEEE802.11n.
• The WLAN device operates in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.
• Microwave ovens may interfere with the operation of WLAN devices since they operate in the same 2.4 GHz
frequency range as IEEE802.11b/g/n devices.
• Wireless devices that transmit in the 2.4 GHz range may interfere with operation of WLAN devices in
IEEE802.11b/g/n modes. Symptoms of interference include reduced throughput, intermittent disconnects,
and many frame errors. It is HIGHLY recommended that these interfering devices be powered off to ensure
proper operation of the WLAN device.
Deactivating the WLAN Device
Disconnecting the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery life) or where
certain environments require it (i.e., hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). The WLAN device can be
deactivated by using the Wireless On/Off Switch, and it can be disconnected in Windows using the WLAN
icon in the system tray (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.).
BEFORE USING THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE, YOU MUST FIRST INSTALL CLICKME! TO ENSURE THAT THE CORRECT SOFTWARE FOR YOUR DEVICE IS INSTALLED. SEE SEE “INSTALLING CLICKME!” ON PAGE 45.138 - Configuration of the WLAN Device 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.
1 Right-click the WLAN icon in the taskbar at the bottom right of your screen.
2 Choose Disconnect from a network.
Activating the WLAN Device
Activation of the WLAN device can be accomplished using the same methods as the deactivation process
• Using the Wireless On/Off Switch
• In Windows, by right-clicking the WLAN icon then clicking “Connect to a network”
Configuration of the WLAN Device
The optional WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the
software that is built into Windows. 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:
Deactivation using the Wireless
The WLAN device can be deactivated
quickly and efficiently by toggling the
Wireless LAN On/Off Switch to the Off
position. The switch has no effect on
non-Wireless LAN models.
Wireless LAN On/Off Switch139
- Configuration of the WLAN Device
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows
1 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.
2 If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, select Classic View from the left panel. Double-click the Network and
Sharing Center icon.
3 Select “Manage wireless networks” from the left panel.
4 Click on the [Add] button.
5 Depending upon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection. For an infrastructure
network, select “Manually create a network profile. For ad hoc network, select “Create an ad hoc network”.
6 Enter the required information. You may need to consult with your network administrator for some information.
7 In the event you require assistance, go to the Network and Sharing Center window (Start -> Control Panel ->
Network and Sharing Center), and type in relevant keywords in the Search box.
Connecting to a Network
After you have configured your computer, you can connect to an active network by performing the
1 Click on the WLAN icon in the system tray.
2 Select “Connect to a network”.
3 Select a network from the list that appears, and click the [Connect] button.
Connection to the network
After you have configured your computer, you can connect to an active network by clicking on the
Wireless Network icon in the system tray:140
- Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting Table
Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described
in the following table.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
(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.
Access Point (Infrastructure) connection: set the network
name (SSID) and network key to the same values as those of
Set the Network Authentication value identically to that of the
Access Point. Please consult your network administrator for
this value, if necessary.
Weak received signal
strength and/or link
Ad hoc connection: Retry connection after shortening the
distance to the destination computer or removing any
obstacles for better sight.
Access Point (Infrastructure) connection: Retry connection
after shortening the distance to the access point or removing
any obstacles for better sight.141
- Troubleshooting the WLAN Unavailable
Check if the wireless switch is turned ON. Also verify “Disable
Radio” is not checked in “Network setting” window.
connected is turned off
Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON.
RF interference from
Access Points or other
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.
Re-check your Network Authentication, Encryption, and
Security settings. Incorrectly configured security settings such
as an incorrectly typed WEP key, a misconfigured LEAP
username, or an incorrectly chosen authentication method will
cause the LAN device to associate but not authenticate to the
Incorrectly configured
Recheck the configuration of your network settings.
Incorrect IP address
This only applies to networks using static IP addresses. Please
contact your network administrator for the correct settings.
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution142
Transfer rate (Automatic switching) 54 Mbps maximum data rate (IEEE802.11n to be determined)
Active frequency • 802.11n: 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz
• 802.11b/g: 2400~2473 MHz
Number of channels • 802.11b/g: 11 channels, 3 non-overlapping channels
2.4 GHz - 3 non-overlapping channels when Channel Bonding is not used; 2
non-overlapping channels when Channel Bonding is used.
5 GHz - 12 non-overlapping UNII channels with or without Channel Bonding
Typical operating distances** • 802.11b: 100 ft. (30 m) @ 11 Mbps; 300 ft. (91 m) @ 1 Mbps
• 802.11g: 100 ft. (30 m) @ 54 Mbps; 300 ft. (91 m) @ 1 Mbps
• 802.11n: Operating distance to be determined upon release of standard.
Security • Encryption Types - WEP, TKIP, AES***, WPA 1.0, WPA2,CCX compliant
Encryption Key lengths Supported: 64 bits and 128 bits 802.1x/EAP Maximum recommended number
of computers to be connected over
wireless LAN (during ad hoc
“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.
Depending on practical environments, the allowable number of computers to be connected may be
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.
Where to Find Information About Bluetooth
The Bluetooth module contains a robust Help user’s guide to assist you in learning about operation of the
To access the Help file, click [Start] > All Programs, and click on Bluetooth, then select User’s Guide.
For additional information about Bluetooth Technology, visit the Bluetooth Web site at:
TO ENABLE OR DISABLE EITHER THE WIRELESS LAN OR BLUETOOTH DEVICES INDIVIDUALLY, PERFORM THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
1 Turn on the WLAN/Bluetooth switch.
- Using the Bluetooth Device
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 front edge of the right palm rest 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
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and
away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed
outdoors is subject to licensing.
Users are not authorized to modify this product. Any modifications invalidate the warranty.
This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any way without signed written permission
from Fujitsu. Unauthorized modification will void the equipment authorization from the FCC and
Industry Canada and the warranty.146
Appendix B: Using Intel® Wireless Display
Using the Wireless Display technology
Intel® Wireless Display (WiDi) is a new technology that is available as an option on selected Fujitsu
LIFEBOOK computers. If you have Intel WiDi on your system, please read these instructions and
information regarding its use.
Intel WiDi lets users enjoy and share PC content from an Intel® Core™ processor-based notebook with
their big screen TV. With Intel WiDi, you can use your big screen TV to view data and applications from
your hard drive, home network, or the Internet. It’s no longer necessary for friends and families to crowd
around the PC to enjoy content stored or accessed there.
As its name implies, Intel WiDi is a wireless technology. Note, however, that it requires a third-party
display adapter in order to be used. The display adapter is attached to the TV via HDMI (preferred) or
composite A/V cables.
FIRST GENERATION DISPLAY ADAPTERS ARE AVAILABLE FROM ELECTRONICS RETAILERS. ANY DISPLAY ADAPTER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH INTEL WIRELESS DISPLAY CAN BE USED WITH THIS TECHNOLOGY.
I F YOUR TELEVISION HAS HDMI PORTS, THAT IS THE PREFERRED METHOD OF CONNECTION AS OPPOSED TO COMPOSITE CABLE CONNECTION.147
- Using the Wireless Display technology
Starting the WiDi application
To launch Intel® Wireless Display, perform the following steps:
1 Verify that you have a display adapter connected to the television on which you want to use WiDi and turn on
2 If you haven’t yet turned on the wireless device switch on your notebook, do so now.
3 Click on the WiDi icon on your desktop or the Start menu shortcut.
4 The PC content is displayed on the big screen TV.
After the initial set-up between the laptop and a compatible display adapter, you can set the adapter as the
default to auto-connect. In the future, simply opening the application will automatically connect the two.
For detailed information about using and troubleshooting the WiDi technology, click on the WiDi icon
then click the [Help] button in the upper right-hand corner to open the Wireless Display Help file.
• IF YOU PURCHASED A SYSTEM WITH AN INTEL WIRELESS LAN AND OPTIONAL INTEL WIDI TECHNOLOGY, THE WIDI APPLICATION MAY OR MAY NOT BE PRE-INSTALLED (DEPENDING UPOON YOUR SYSTEM CONFIGURATION).
ONCE YOU HAVE SET THE RESOLUTION, IT WILL BECOME THE DEFAULT UNLESS YOU CHANGE IT AGAIN.
Figure A-1. Ad Hoc Mode Network148
Appendix C: Using 3D Features
Creating and converting 3D videos and images
Your notebook comes equipped with a 3D Camera with which you can take three-dimensional (3D) photos
and videos. You can also convert two-dimensional (2D) photos into 3D photos with the included software.
In order to view images and videos in three dimensions, you must have a special pair of circular polarizing
glasses. You received a pair of glasses with your system, but if you would like to purchase additional pairs,
you can go to the Fujitsu Store at www.shopfujitsu.com. You can also purchase additional pairs from third-
party outlets, but be certain your purchase those with circular polarizing design.
The following applications are used to help you best enjoy the 3D capabilities of your system. To learn
about the features of each application, be sure to check out the help files accessible from the applications:
CyberLink PowerDVD/3D Player
CyberLink PowerDVD allows you to play 3D movies.
3D Camera Viewer allows you to capture 2D and 3D photos or movies on the embedded webcam and share
them in a variety of formats or via social networks. (Note: 3D images and movies can only be shared via
email and Blu-ray discs.)
TriDef 3D TriDef 3D allows you to convert your 2D images into 3D images, and back to2D, if desired.149
- Creating and converting 3D videos and images
Performing 3D Camera Setup
Before you use the 3D functions of your system, you must first be sure the system is set up properly so
that you can get the best 3D effect. To access the 3D Camera Setup Manual, go to the Start Menu -> All
Programs, and select 3D Camera Setup from the list that appears. Be sure to read all the instructions before
you begin using 3D on your system.
Capturing 3D Video and Photos
This chart lists the various formats that can and cannot be used with the 3D technology in your notebook.
View Format Application to Use Status
Contents available in
3D Blu-ray (side-by-side) PowerDVD 9 OK Contents created for
personal use (videos
2D DVD-Video format PowerDVD 9 OK
2D Picture (BMP, JPG, PNG) TriDef 3D Media Player OK
TriDef 3D Media Player Pictures: OK Video: NA Games
2D Online/PC Games (written in
DirectX9, but not all)
* Preview / 3D Video Capture / 3D Picture Capture150
- Creating and converting 3D videos and images
Converting 2D images to 3D
1 When you have identified a 2D image that you would like to view in 3D, simply right-click on the image file and
select “Play with TriDef Software”. The TriDef 3D Media Player window will open with the file as a 2D image.
The window looks like a traditional media player, but in the case of TriDef, it is used as a slide show viewer.
(See “Viewing a Slide Show” on page 150.)
2 At the bottom of the TriDef 3D Media Player window is a bar containing a variety of control tools. Click on the
[3D] button to convert the displayed 2D image in 3D.
3 After the image has been converted to 3D, you can change the 3D Screen Depth and Percent in Front using
the two small slider bars to the left of the [3D] button.
4 To convert a 3D image back to a 2D image, click on the [3D] button again.
Viewing a Slide Show
Using TriDef, you can view a number of images in a folder as a slide show. The tools at the bottom of the
TriDef window work much the same as they would when viewing a movie, except they are used to help
you navigate through a slide show. For example, the Play/Pause button on the left plays and pauses the
slide show. Previous and Next buttons show the previous and next photo in the slide show. When viewing
a slide show, each photo is displayed for a few seconds. The Progress bar indicates how long the photo is
displayed, and the Loop button lets you automatically re-start the show when it completes.
THE TWO-DIMENSIONAL FILE FORMATS THAT CAN BE CONVERTED TO 3D BY THE TRIDEF 3D APPLICATION INCLUDE: .BMP, .JPG, ‘JPEG, AND .PNG. NOTE THAT THE CONVERTED FILES CANNOT BE SAVED IN 3D FORMAT.151
Creating and converting 3D videos and images 148
Anti-theft lock slot 16
Charge/DC-In Indicator 22, 23
Built-in Speakers 74
Configuration Label 106
Connecting the Power Adapters 38
Controls and Connectors 12
Conventions Used in the Guide 8
D DC Power Jack 17, 38
DVD drive problems 74, 75
Fujitsu Driver Update utility 46, 95
Fujitsu Support Center 34
Headphone/Line Out Jack 19, 68
launching applications 35
Control Panel 59, 60
Microphone 13, 17, 69
O Optical Drive 17, 56
Restoring Your Pre-installed Software 87
Dimensions and Weight 111
Environmental Requirements 111
U USB 16, 17, 19, 67, 76
connection to the network 139
(divers emplacements)
Lecture : 6x BD-ROM (SL/DL), 6x BD-R (SL/DL), 6x BD-RE (SL/DL), 8x DVD-ROM (SL/DL),
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface)
AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port)
DMA (Direct Memory Access)
DVMT (Dynamic Video Memory Technology)
ECP (Extended Capability Port)
FCC (Federal Communication Commission)
NTSC (National TV Standards Commission)
PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet)
ROM (Read Only Memory)
TFT (Thin Film Transistor)
Abréviation de « Thin Film Transistor ». Technologie d’écrans plats qui utilise une mince matrice
de transistors pour commander individuellement chaque pixel de l’écran.
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
WFM (Wired for Management)
Abréviation de « Wired for Management ». Vaste programme d’Intel visant à réduire les coûts globaux
de l’informatique de gestion, sans sacrifier la puissance et la souplesse.
WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network)
2D Image (formats BMP, JPG,
TriDef 3D Media Player OK
activation/désactivation 49
Fonctionnalités 3D 156
3D camera viewer 156
touche application 26
U USB 15, 16, 17, 19, 70, 80
Utilitaire de mise à jour des pilotes
Fujitsu Driver Update
