Fujitsu AH531, A531 User Manual
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LIFEBOOK A531
LIFEBOOK AH531
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LIFEBOOK A531
LIFEBOOK AH531
Operating Manual
Innovative technology 7
Ports and controls 9
Important notes 12
First-time setup of your device 16
Working with the notebook 19
Security functions 44
Connecting external devices 48
Removing and installing components
during servicing 52
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility 60
Troubleshooting and tips 62
Technical data 70
Manufacturer’s notes 72
Index 79
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Contents
Contents
Innovativetechnology ................................................................. 7
Furtherinformation ...................................................................... 7
Notational conventions .................................................................. 8
Portsand controls ..................................................................... 9
Importantnotes ........................................................................ 12
Safetynotes ............................................................................ 12
Additional safety notes for devices with radio components . . . . . ............................. 13
Energysaving .......................................................................... 13
Energy saving under Windows ....................................................... 13
Travellingwithyournotebook ............................................................ 14
Before you travel ................................................................... 14
Notebook: transporting ............................................................... 14
Cleaning the notebook .................................................................. 15
First-time setup o
Unpacking and che
Selectingalocat
Mains adapter con
Switchingonthe
Working withthe notebook ............................................................ 19
Status indicators ........................................................................ 19
Switching on the notebook . . . . ........................................................... 21
Notebook: switching off .................................................................. 21
Keyboard ............................................................................... 22
Virtual numeric keypad .............................................................. 24
Separate numeric keypad (device-dependent) . ........................................ 25
Key combinations ................................................................... 25
Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 27
Touchpad and touchpad buttons .......................................................... 27
Moving the pointer .................................................................. 27
Selecting an item .................................................................... 28
Executing commands . . . . . ........................................................... 28
Dragging items ...................................................................... 28
Switching the Touchpad on and off .................................................... 28
LCDscreen ............................................................................ 29
Webcam ............................................................................... 30
Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 30
Charging, caringforandmaintaining the battery ....................................... 31
Removing and installing thebattery ................................................... 31
Optical drive ............................................................................ 33
Handling datacarriers ............................................................... 33
CD/DVD indicator ................................................................... 34
Inserting or removingadatacarrier ................................................... 34
Manual remo val (emergency removal) . . . . ............................................ 35
Using the power-management features ................................................... 36
Memory cards .......................................................................... 37
Supported form ats .................................................................. 37
Inserting thememorycard ........................................................... 37
Removing the memory card .......................................................... 38
fyourdevice .........................................................
cking the device ......................................................
ion .....................................................................
necting ...............................................................
device for the firsttime ..................................................
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ExpressCards .......................................................................... 39
Inserting thecard ................................................................... 39
Removing the card .................................................................. 40
Loudspeakers and microphones . . ........................................................ 40
SIM card (devices with UMTS module) . . . ................................................. 41
Inserting theSIM card ............................................................... 41
Removing the SIMcard .............................................................. 41
Wireless LAN /Bluetooth /UMTS ........................................................ 42
Switching the wireless components on and off ......................................... 42
Setting up WLANaccess ............................................................ 42
Access via UMTS ................................................................... 42
Ethernet and LAN ....................................................................... 43
Security functions ..................................................................... 44
Use Kensington Lock .................................................................... 44
Configuring passwordprotection in BIOSSetupUtility ...................................... 45
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) . .......................... 45
Password prote ction for booting of the operating system . .............................. 46
Password protection for the hard disk ................................................. 47
Connecting externaldevices ........................................................... 48
Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 49
HDMI port .......................................................................... 49
Connecting USB devices ................................................................ 50
HowtoremoveUSBdevices correctly ................................................ 50
Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 51
Microphone port/Line In . . ............................................................ 51
Headphone port . . . . . ................................................................ 51
Removing and inst alling components during servicing . . ............................... 52
Notes o n installing and removing boards and components .................................. 52
Preparing to remove components ........................................................ 53
Installing andremoving memory expansion ................................................ 53
Removing the cover ................................................................. 54
Removing m emory modules . . ........................................................ 54
Installing amemorymodule .......................................................... 55
Securing the cover .................................................................. 55
Removing andinstalling the hard disk .................................................... 56
Removing acover ................................................................... 56
Removing ahard disk ............................................................... 57
Installing aharddisk ................................................................. 58
Attaching the cover .................................................................. 59
Finishing component removal ............................................................ 59
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . . ........................................................ 60
Starting the BIOS Setup Utility ........................................................... 60
Operating BIOS Setup Utility ............................................................. 60
Exiting BIOS Setup Utility ................................................................ 61
Exit Saving Changes - save changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . . . ................... 61
Exit Discarding Changes – Discard changes and exit BIOS Se tup Utility . . ............... 61
Load Setup Defaults – Copy Standard Entries ......................................... 61
Discard Ch anges – Discard changes without exiting the BIOS Setup Utility ............... 61
Save Ch anges - save changes without exiting the BIOS Setup Utility . ................... 61
Save Changes and Power Off . . . . . . ................................................. 61
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Troubleshooting and tips .............................................................. 62
Help if problemsoccur ................................................................... 63
Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows . . ........................................ 63
The not ebook’s date or time is incorrect ................................................... 64
Whencertain characters are entered on the keyboard, only numerals are written ............. 64
The not ebook’s LCD screen remains blank . . . . ............................................ 64
The LC D screen is difficult to read ........................................................ 64
The external monitorremains blank ...................................................... 65
The external monitorisblankor the image is unstable ..................................... 65
The notebook cannot be started . . . ....................................................... 66
The notebook stops working . . ........................................................... 66
The printer does not print . . . . . ........................................................... 67
The r adio connection to a network does not work . . ........................................ 67
Acoustic warnings ....................................................................... 67
Error messages on thescreen ........................................................... 68
Technical data ......................................................................... 70
LIFEBOOK ............................................................................. 70
Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 70
Mains adapter 80 W . . . .................................................................. 70
Power adapter, 65 W .................................................................... 71
Manufacturer’s notes .................................................................. 72
Energy Star ............................................................................ 72
Disposal and recycling .................................................................. 72
Declarations ofConformity ............................................................... 72
CEmarking ............................................................................ 73
Regulatory notices ...................................................................... 73
Regulatory information for notebooks without ra dio device . ............................. 73
DOC (Industry CANADA) notices ..................................................... 75
FCC regulatory information for notebooks with radio device ............................. 77
Index .................................................................................. 79
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Innovative technology
Innovative technology
... a nd ergonomic design make your device a reliable and convenient companion.
The device boots very quickly, is ready for immediate use and offers a particularly
long operating time because of its high capacity battery.
With the user-friendly "BIOS Setup Utility" you can control your notebook’s hardware and better
protect your system against unauthorised access by using the powerful password properties.
Information on the connections and user components of your notebook
canbefoundin"
Ports and controls", Page 9.
Further information
The Windows drivers for your device can be found on our Internet site.
The factory installation of your device does not support any other operating
system. Fujitsu Technology Solutions accepts no liability whatsoever
if any other operating system is use d.
Software oriented components of these instructions refer to Microso ft products,
if they come within the scope of the delivery.
If you install other software products, pay attention to the operating
instructions of the manufacturer.
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Innovative technology
Notational conventions
Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol. Failure to observe
these warnings could pose a risk to health, damage the device or lead
to loss of data. The warra nty will be invalidated if the device becomes
defective through failure to observe these warnings.
Indicates important informa
tion for the proper use of the device.
►
This font
This font
This font
"This font"
Key
This font
Indicates an activity that must be performed
Indicates a result
indicates data entered
the command line, e .g.
start a program (star
indicates information that is displayed on the screen by a program, e.g.:
Installation is complete.
indicates
• terms and texts used in a software interface, e.g.: Click on Save
• names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe.
indicates
• cross-references to anot her section, e.g. "Safety information"
• cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more
information, go to "
• Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations for other materials,
e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety/Regulations" manual
indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g:
indicates terms and texts that are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do
not switch off the device
using the keyboard in a program dialogue or at
your password (Name123) or a command used to
t.exe)
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Ports and controls
Ports and controls
This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your device. It gives an
overview of the indicators and connections of the device. Please familiarise yourself with
these components before you start to work with the device.
Front
1
3
9
8
7
6
5
4
1 = WebCam
2 = ON/OFF switch
3 = Loudspeakers
4 = Touchpad
5 = Memory card slot
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6 = Touchpad buttons
7 = Microphone jack
8 = Headphone port
9 = Status indicators
2
3
Ports and controls
Left panel
5
2
1
3
6
4
1 = VGA monitor port
2 = LAN port
3 = HDMI port
Right-hand side
1 = USB port
2 = Kensington Lock
3=Optica
ldrive
4 = ExpressCard slot
5 = USB port
6 = USB port with charging function
1
2
3 5
4
4=Ejectbu
5 = DC input connector (DC IN)
tton for optical drive
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Underside
Ports and controls
1
4
2
35
1 = Memory service compartment
2 = Hard disk service compartment
3 = Battery release
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4 = Battery compartment with SIM card
slot under battery (optional)
5 = Battery release
Important notes
Important notes
ImportantnotesNotes
Safety notes
SafetynotesNotes
This chapter cont ains essential safety information which must be followed
when working with your notebook. Other notes also provide useful information
which will help you with your notebook.
Please follow the safety notes provided in the "Safety/Regulations" manual
as well as the safety notes given below.
Please pay special attention to the sections in the manual marked
with the symbol on the left.
When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant
notes in this operating manual.
Read the information on the ambient conditions in the "
Page 70 and "First-time setup of your device", Page 16 before preparing your
notebook for use a nd switching it on for the first time.
When cleaning the device, please ob serve the relevant notes in the
section "
Pay attention to the additional safety notes for devices with radio components
provided in the "Safety/Regulations" manual.
Please refer to the notes in the chapter "
components during servicing", Page 52.
Cleaning th e notebook", Page 15.
Technical data",
Removing and installing
This notebook
equipment. I
please conta
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complies with the relevant safety re gulations for data processing
f you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area,
ct your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk.
Important notes
Additional safety notes for devices with radio components
Radiocomponent:WirelessLAN:Bluetooth,safetynotes
If a radio component (Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, UMTS) is integrated in your notebook, you
must be sure to observe the following safety notes when using your notebook:
• Switch off the radio components when you are in an aircraft or driving in a car.
• Switch off the radio c omponent s when you are in a hospital, an operating room or near a medical
electronics system. The transmitted radio waves can impair the opera tion of medical devices.
• Switch off the radio components when you let the device get near flammable
gases or into hazardous environments (e.g. petrol station, paintshops), as the
transmitted radio waves can cause an explosion or a fire.
For information on how to switch radio components on and off, see chapter
Switching the wireless components on and off", Page 42.
"
Energy saving
NotesEnergyEnergysaving
Switch the notebo
are not using them
Youwillthenbea
ok off when it is not in use. Switch off external, connected devices if you
. If you use the energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy.
ble to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy efficien
You save money w
Energy savin
► Make use of the power management features (see "Using the power-management features",
Page 36).
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cy is increased and the environmental impact is reduced.
hile protecting the environment.
g under Windows
Important notes
Travelling with your notebook
MobileoperationNotesTransp ortationNotebook
Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
► Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
NotebookTravel,notebook
► Switch off the radio component for data security reasons. With data traffic via a wireless
connection, it is also possible for unauthorised third parties to receive data.
Information on a ctivating data encryption is provided in the docum entation
for your radio component.
► If you wish to use your noteboo k during a flight, first check with the flight
attendants if it is OK to do so.
When travelling in other countries
► If you are travelling abroad, check that the mains adapter can be operated with the
local mains voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate mains adapter for
your notebook. Do not use any other voltage converter!
► Check whether the local mains voltage and the power cable are compatible. If this is
not the case, buy a power cable that matches the local conditions.
► Enquire with the corresponding govern m ent office of the country you will be
travelling in as to whether you may operate the radio component integrated in
your notebook there (see also "
CE marking", Page 73).
Notebook: transporting
Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures
(e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
► If your device has an optical drive, remove all data media (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.
TransportationNotebook
► Switch the notebook off.
► Unplug the mains adapter and all external devices from the power socket.
► Disconnect the mains adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices.
► Close the LCD screen.
► To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying
case to transport your notebook.
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Cleaning the notebook
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household
cleaners and polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the
device, the paintwork or the notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The LCD screen very sensitive to scratches. Only clean the display
surface with a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
Important notes
► Switch the notebook off
CleaningNotesNotebookKeyboardTouchpadLCDs creenCrystalViewdisplay
► In order to prevent accidentially switching the device on, remove the power cable from the mains
adaptor and remove the battery (see "
The surface can be cleaned with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has
been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, if available, you can use disinfectant wipes.
Ensure that no liquid enters the device.
.
Removing and installing the battery", Page 31).
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First-time setup of your device
First-time setup of your devic
First-timesetu pGettingstarted
On delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment or in the accessories kit.
The battery must be charged if you want to operate your device using the battery.
When used on the move, the built-in battery provides the device with the necessary power. You
can increase the operating time by using the available energy-saving fu nctions.
For instructions on how to connect external devices (e.g. mouse, printer) to your
device, please refer to the operating manual for your device.
Unpacking and
► Unpack all the individual parts.
► Check your
Please read the chapter "Important notes", Page 12.
If your device is equipped with a Windows operating system, the necessary
hardware drivers and supplied software are already pre-installed.
Before you switch on the device f or the first time, connect it to the mains voltage
using the mains adapter, see "
adapter must be connected during the entire installation process.
A system test is performed when your device is first switched on. Various messages
can appear. The display may remain dark for a short time or may flicker.
Please follow the instructions on the screen.
NEVER switch off your device during the first-time setup process.
Mains adapter conn ecting", Page 17.Themains
checking the device
Should you discover any damage that occurred during transportation,
notify your local sales outlet immediately!
PackagingTransport
device for any visible damag e which may have occurred during transportation.
e
You may ne
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ed the packaging in the future, if you need to transport your device.
Selecting a location
SelectingalocationDeviceMainsadapter
Select a suitable location for the device before setting it up. Follow
the instructions below when doing so:
• Never place the device or the mains adapter on a heat-sensitive surface.
The surface could be damaged as a result.
• Never place the device on a soft surface (e.g. carpeting, upholstered furniture,
bed). This can block the air vents and cause overheating and damage.
• The underside of the device heats up during normal operation. Prolonged contact
with the skin may become unpleasant or even result in burns.
• Place the device on a stable, flat, non-slippery surface. Please note that the
rubber feet of the device may mark certain types of delicate surfaces.
• Keep other objects at least 100 mm away from the device and its
mains adapter to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Never cover the ventilation slots of the device.
• Do not expose the device to extreme environmental conditions. Protect
the device from dust, humidity, and heat.
Mains adapter connecting
PreparingforoperationMainsadapter
Observe the safety notes in the enclosed "Safety/Regulations" manual.
The supplied p ower cable conforms to the requirements of the country in
which you purchased your device. Make sure that the power cable is approved
for use in the country in which you intend to use it.
First-time setup of your device
► Connect the power cable (1) to the
mains a dapter.
► Plug the mains cable (2) into a mains outlet.
► Connect the mains adapter cable (3) to
3
the DC jack (DC IN) of the device.
2
1
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First-time setup of your device
Switching on the device for the first time
Switchingonforthefirsttime
When you switch on the device for the first time, the supplied software is
installed and configured. Because this procedure must not be interrupted,
you should set aside enough time for it to be fully completed and connect
the device to the mains using the mains adapter.
During the installation process, DO NOT restart the d evice unless
you are requested to do so!
To make it easier to use yo
is p re-installed on the
ur device for the first time, the operating system
hard disk.
► Switch on your device.
► During installation, follow the instructions on screen.
If a Windows operating system is installed on your device, you will find more
information on the system and drivers, help programmes, updates, manuals etc.
on the device or on the Internet at "
http://ts.fujitsu.com/support".
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Working with the notebook
Working with the notebook
Notebook,operationNotebook
This chapter describes the basics for operating your notebook. Please read the chapte r
entitled "
devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.
Status indicators
Statusindicators
The status indicators provide information about the status of the power supply,
the drives and the keyboard functions.
Connecting external devices", Page 48 for instructions on how to connect
Please refer to the notes in "Important notes", Page 12.
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Working with the notebook
Status indicators Description
Wireless components indicator
• The indicator is lit: The wireless components are switched on.
• The indicator is not lit: The wireless components are switched off.
Power-on indicator/Standby
StandbyindicatorPowerindicator
• The indicator is lit: The notebook is switched on.
• The indicator flashes: The n
• The indicator is not lit: The notebook is switched off.
Battery charging indicator/power connector
The state of charge of the battery is shown by the battery indicator.
With mains adapter connected:
• The indicator lights up blue: The battery is fully charged.
• The indicator lights up orange: The battery is charging.
• Indicator flashes purple: a fault has occurred. The battery cannot be
recharged.
• The indicator is off: The system is in battery mode and the mains
adapter is not connected or the battery is not installed.
dicator
r
Batterystatusin
BatterysymbolBatteryindicato
Drive indicator
DriveIndicator
The indicator is lit: One of the drives (e.g. hard disk, CD/DVD) is being
accessed.
Num Lock indicator
IndicatorNumLock
The indicator is lit: The
keypad is activated. You can output the characters indicated on the upper
right of the keys.
Caps Lock indicator
IndicatorCapsLock
The indicator is lit: The Caps Lock key has been pressed. All the characters
you type will appear in upper case. In the case of overlay keys, the
character printed on the upper left of the key will appear when that key
is pressed.
otebook is in standby mode.
Num
key has been pressed. T h e virtual numerical
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Switching on the notebook
The power-on indicator is lit.
Notebook: switching off
Back up your data and close all applications before you switch off your
device. Otherwise data might be lost.
Working with the notebook
► Open the LCD screen.
Switchingon
► Press the ON/OFF switch for about one
second to switch the noteboo k on.
► Shut down the opera ting system properly
(e. g. from the Windows Start menu, by
clicking on Start – Shut Down – OK).
Notebook
► If the notebook is not switched off
automatically, press the O N/O FF switch
for approx. five seconds.
► Close the LCD screen.
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Working with the notebook
Keyboard
KeyboardNum erickeypadNumerickeypadButtons
The keyboard of your notebook is subject to continuous wear through normal
use. The key markings are especially prone to wear. The key markings are
liable to wear away over the life of the notebook.
The keyboard has been desig
Some enhanced keyboard fun
The following descriptio
are described in the relev
The figure below shows how
The example applies when
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n of keys refers to Windows. Additional functions supported by the keys
ant manuals su pplied with your application programs.
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ned to provide all the functions of an enhanced keyboard.
ctions are mapped with key combinations.
to access the different characters on keys with overlaid functions.
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