Fujitsu FPCR33871, LIFEBOOK A530, LIFEBOOK AH530 Operating Manual

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Operating Manual

LIFEBOOK A530

LIFEBOOK AH530

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LIFEBOOK A530

LIFEBOOK AH530

Operating Manual

Innovative technology 7

Ports and controls 9

Important notes 12

First-time setup of your device 15

Working with the notebook 18

Security functions 43

Connecting external devices 47

Removing and installing components
during servicing 52

Settings in BIOS Setup Utility 62

Troubleshooting and tips 64

Technical data 72

Manufacturer’s notes 73

Index 80

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Contents

Contents

Innovativetechnology ................................................................. 7

Furtherinformation ...................................................................... 7

Notational co nventions .................................................................. 8

Ports andcontrols ..................................................................... 9

Important notes ........................................................................ 12

Safety notes ............................................................................ 12

Additional safety notes for devices with radio components . . . . . ............................. 12

Energy saving .......................................................................... 13

Energy saving under W indows ....................................................... 13

Travelling with yournotebook ............................................................ 13

Before youtravel ................................................................... 13

Notebook: transporting ............................................................... 14

Cleaning thenotebook .................................................................. 14

First-time setup o

fyour device .........................................................

15

Unpacking and che

cking thedevice ......................................................

15

Selectingalocat

ion .....................................................................

16

Mains adapter con

necting ...............................................................

16

Switchingonthe

device for the first time ..................................................

17

Workingwith thenotebook ............................................................ 18

Status indicators ........................................................................ 18

Switching on the notebook . . . . ........................................................... 20

Notebook: switch ing off .................................................................. 20

Keyboard ............................................................................... 20

Virtualnumerickeypad .............................................................. 23

Separate numeric keypad (device-dependent) . ........................................ 24

Key combinations ................................................................... 24

Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 26

Touchpad and touchpad buttons .......................................................... 26

Moving thepointer .................................................................. 26

Selecting an item .................................................................... 26

Executing commands . . . . . ........................................................... 27

Dragging items ...................................................................... 27

Switching theTouchpad onandoff .................................................... 27

LCD screen ............................................................................ 28

Webcam ............................................................................... 29

Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 30

Charging, caringfor andmaintaining thebattery ....................................... 30

Removing andinstallingthebattery ................................................... 30

Opticaldrive ............................................................................ 32

Handling data carriers ............................................................... 32

CD/DVD indicator ................................................................... 33

Inserting or removing a data carrier ................................................... 33

Manual removal (emergency removal) . . . . ............................................ 34

Using thepower-management features ................................................... 35

Memory cards .......................................................................... 36

Supported formats .................................................................. 36

Inserting thememory card ........................................................... 36

Removing thememory card .......................................................... 37

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ExpressCards .......................................................................... 38

Inserting thecard ................................................................... 38

Removing thecard .................................................................. 39

Loudspeakers and microphones . . ........................................................ 39

SIM card ............................................................................... 40

Inserting theSIM card ............................................................... 40

Removing theSIM card .............................................................. 40

Wireless LAN/ Bluetooth/ UMTS ........................................................ 41

Switching the wireless com ponents on and off ......................................... 41

SettingupWLAN access ............................................................ 41

Access via UMTS ................................................................... 41

Ethernet andLAN ....................................................................... 42

Security functions ..................................................................... 43

Use KensingtonLock .................................................................... 43

Configuring password protection in BIOS SetupUtility ...................................... 43

Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user passwo rd) . .......................... 44

Password protection for booting of the operating system . .............................. 45

Passwordprotectionfor thehard disk ................................................. 45

Connectingexternaldevices ........................................................... 47

Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 48

HDMIport .......................................................................... 49

Connecting USB devices ................................................................ 50

How to removeUSB devices correctly ................................................ 50

Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 51

Microphone port / Line In ............................................................ 51

Headphone port . . . . . ................................................................ 51

Removing and installing components during servicing . . . .............................. 52

Notes on installing an d removing boards and components .................................. 52

Preparing to remove components ........................................................ 53

Installingand removingmemoryexpansion ................................................ 53

Removing thecover ................................................................. 54

Removing memory modules . . ........................................................ 54

Installinga memorymodule .......................................................... 55

Securing thecover .................................................................. 55

Removing andinstallingtheharddisk .................................................... 56

Removing acover ................................................................... 56

Removing ahard disk ............................................................... 57

Installinga hard disk ................................................................. 58

Attaching thecover .................................................................. 59

Removing andinstallingtheopticaldrive .................................................. 60

Removing theopticaldrive .......................................................... 60

Installingthe optical drive ............................................................ 61

Finishing component removal ............................................................ 61

Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . . ........................................................ 62

Starting theBIOSSetup Utility ........................................................... 62

Operating BIOSSetupUtility ............................................................. 62

ExitingBIOS Setup Utility ................................................................ 63

Exit Saving Changes - save changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . . . ................... 63

Exit Discarding Changes – Discard changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . ............... 63

Load Setup Defaults – Copy Standard Entries ......................................... 63

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Discard Changes – Discard changes without exiting the BIOS Setup Utility . .............. 63

Save Changes - save changes without exiting the BIOS Setup U tility . . . . . . .............. 63

Save Changes and Power Off ....................................................... 63

Troubleshootingand tips .............................................................. 64

Helpifproblemsoccur ................................................................... 65

Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows . . ........................................ 65

The notebook’s date or time is incorrect ................................................... 66

Whencertain charactersareenteredonthekeyboard, onlynumeralsarewritten ............. 66

The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank . . . . ............................................ 66

The LCD screen is difficult to read ........................................................ 66

The external monitor remainsblank ...................................................... 67

The external monitor isblank ortheimageisunstable ..................................... 67

The notebook cannot be started . . . ....................................................... 68

The notebook stops working . . ........................................................... 68

The printer does not print . . . . . ........................................................... 69

The radio connection to a network does not work . . ........................................ 69

Acoustic warnings ....................................................................... 69

Error messageson thescreen ........................................................... 69

Technical data ......................................................................... 72

LIFEBOOK ............................................................................. 72

Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 72

Mains adapter 80W . . . .................................................................. 72

Manufacturer’s notes .................................................................. 73

Energy Star ............................................................................ 73

Disposal andrecycling .................................................................. 73

Declarations of Conformity ............................................................... 73

CEmarking ............................................................................ 74

Regulatory notices ...................................................................... 74

Regulatory information for n otebooks without radio device . ............................. 74

DOC (Industry CANADA)notices ..................................................... 76

FCC Regulatory information for notebooks with radio device . . . ......................... 77

Index .................................................................................. 80

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Innovative technology

Innovative technology

... and 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 yo ur no tebook’s hardware and better
protect your system against unauthorised access by using the powerful passw ord properties.

Information on the connections and user components of you r n otebook
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. F ujitsu Technology Solutions accepts no liability whatsoever
if any other operating system is used.

Software oriented components of these instructions refer to Microsoft 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 p articu lar attention to text m a rked with this symbol. Failure to observe
these warnings could p ose a risk to health, damage the device or lead
to loss of data. The warranty will be invalidated if the device becomes
defective through failure to observe these warnings.

Indicates importan t informat

ion for the proper use of the device.

►

Indicates an activity that must be performed



Indicates a result

This font

indicates data entered usin

g the keyboard in a program dialogue or at

the command line, e.g. your p

assword (Name123) or a command used to

start a program (start.ex

e)

This font

indicates information that is displayed on the screen by a p rogram, e.g.:

Installation is complete.

This font

indicates

• terms and texts used in a so ftware interface, e.g.: Click on Save

• names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe.

"This font"

indicates

• cross-references to another section, e.g. "Safety information"

• cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more
information, go to "http://ts.fujitsu.com"

• Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations of other materials, e.g.:
"CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety" Manual

Key

indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g:

F10

This font

indicates terms and texts that are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do
not switch off the device

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Ports and controls

Ports and controls

This chapter presents the individual ha rdware components of your device. It gives an
overview of the i ndica tors and connections of the device. Please familiarise yourself with
these components before you start to work with the device.

Front

1

2

3

4

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

1 = WebCam
2 = Keyboard
3 = ON/OFF switch
4 = Loudspeakers
5 = Separate numeric keypad
6 = Touchpad

7 = Touchpad buttons
8 = Memory card slot
9 = Microphone jack
10 = Headphone port
11 = Status indicators

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Left panel

12 3456

1 = VGA monitor port
2 = LAN port
3 = HDMI port

4 = ExpressCard slot
5 = USB port
6 = USB port

Right-hand side

1 2 3 4

1 = USB port
2 = Kensington Lock

3 = Optical dr

ive

4 = DC input connector (DC IN)

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Underside

1

2

3

4

1 = Memory service compartment
2 = Hard disk service compartment
3 = Kensington Lock

4 = Battery compartment with SIM card

slot under the battery

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Important notes

Important notes

ImportantnotesNotes

This chapter contains essential safety information which must be followed
when wo rking with you r notebook. Other notes also provide useful information
which will help you with your notebook.

Safety notes

SafetynotesNotes

Please note the informa tion provided in the "Safety" manual and
in the following safety notes.

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 "

Technical data",
Page 72 and "First-time setup of your device", Page 15 before preparing your

notebook for use and switching it on for the first time.

When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the
section "

Cleaning the notebook", Page 14.

Pay attention t o the additional safety notes for devices with wireless
components provided in the "Safety" manual.

Please refer to the notes in the chapter "

Removing and insta lling

components during servicing", Page 52.

This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment. If you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area,
please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk.

Additional safety notes fo

r devices with

radio components

Radiocomponent:WirelessLAN:Bluetooth,safetynotes

If a radio component (W ireles

s LAN, Bluetooth, UMTS) is integrated in your notebook, you

must be sure to observe the fol

lowing safety notes when using your notebo ok:

• Switch off the radio componen

ts when you are in an aircraft or driving in a car.

• Switch off the radio components when you are in a hospital, an op erating room or near a medical
electronics system. The transmitted radio waves can impair the operation of medical devices.

• Switch off the radio componen

ts when you let the device get near flam mable

gases or into hazardous envi

ronments (e.g. petrol station, paintshops), as the

transmitted radio waves can

cause an explosion or a fire.

For information on how to sw

itch radio components on and off, see chapter

"

Switching the wireless co

mponents on and off", Page 41.

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Important notes

Energy saving

NotesEnergyEnergysaving

Switch the notebook off when it is not in use. Switch off external, connected devices if you
are not using them. If you use the energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy.
You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.

Energy efficiency is increased and the environmental impact is reduced.
You save money while protecting the environment.

Energy saving under Windows

► Make use of the power management features (see "Using the power-management features",

Page 35).

Travelling with your notebook

MobileoperationNotesTransporta tionNotebook

Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebo ok.

Before you travel

► Back up important data stored on your hard disk.

NotebookTravel,notebook

► Switch off the radio component for da

ta security reasons. With data traffic via a wireless

connection, it is also possible for u

nauthorised third parties to receive data.

Information on activating data enc

ryption is provided in the documentation

for your radio component.

► If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight

attendants if it is OK t o do so.

When travelling in other countrie

s

► 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 vo

ltage and the power cable a re compatible. If this is

not the case, buy a pow er cable th

at matches the local conditions.

► Enquire with the corresponding government 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 74).

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Important notes

Notebook: transporting

Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures
(e.g. direct sunlight in a car).

► If your device has an op tical drive, remove all data media (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.

TransportationNotebook

► Switch the notebook off.
► Unplug the mains adap ter and all external devices from the powe r 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.

Cleaning the notebook

Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.

Only use cleaning products designed for comp uters. 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.

► Switch the notebook off.

CleaningNotesNotebookKeyboardTouchpadLCDscreenC r ystalViewdisplay

► In order to prevent accidentially s witc

hing the device on, remove the power cable from the mains

adaptor and remove the battery (see "

Rem

oving and installing the battery", Page 30).



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 tou chpa d, if available, you can use disinfectant wipes.

Ensure that no liquid enters the device.

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First-time setup of your device

First-time setup of your devic

e

First-timese tupGettingstarted

Please read the chapter "Important not es", Page 12.

If your device is equipped with a Windows operating system, the necessary
hardware drivers and supplied software are already pre-installed.

Beforeyouswitchonthedeviceforthefi rst time, connect it to the mains voltage
using the mains adapter, see "

Mains adapter con necting", Page 16.Themains

adapter m ust be connected during the entire installation process.

A system test is performed when your device is first switche d on. Various messages
can appear. The display may remain dark for a short time o r may flicker.

Please follow the instructions on the screen.

NEVER switch off your device during the first-time setup process.

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 w ith the necessary power. You
can increase the operating time by using the available energy-saving functions.

For instructions on how to connect external devices (e.g. m ouse, printer) to your
device, please refer to the operating manual for your device.

Unpacking and checking the d

evice

Should you discover any damage that occurred during transportation,
notify your local sales outlet immediately!

► Unpack all the individual parts.

PackagingTransport

► Check your device for any visible damage which may have occurred during transportation.

You may need the packaging in the future, if you need to transport your device.

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First-time setup of your device

Selecting a location

SelectingalocationDeviceMainsadapter

Select a s uitable 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 ca n 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 a dequate 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 precautions in the enclosed "Safety" manual.

The supplied power 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.

3

1

2

► Connect the power cable (1) to the

mains adapter.

► Plug the mains cable (2) into a mains outlet.
► Connect the mains ad apter cable (3) to

the DC jack (DC IN) of the device.

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Switching on the device for the first time

Switchingonforthefirsttime

On devices with ON/OF F switch for wireless components: Slide the ON/OFF switch
for wireless components to the ON position before switching on the device.

When you switch on the device for the first time, the s upplied 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 device unless
you are requested to do so!

To make it easier to use your de

vice for the first time, the operating system

is pre-installed on the hard

disk.

► Switch on your device.

► During installatio

n, follow the instructions on screen.

If a Windows operati

ng system is installed on your device, you will find more

informationonthe

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 opera ting your notebook. Please read the chapter
entitled "

Connecting ext ernal devices", Pag e 47 for instructions on how to connect

devices such as a mouse and a printer to the notebook.

Please refer to the notes in "Important notes", Page 12.

Status indicators

Statusindicators

The status indicators provide information about the status of the power supply,
the drives and the keyboard functions.

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Status indicators Description

Wireless components indicator

• The indicator is lit: The wireless compo nents are switched on.

• The indicator is not lit: T he wireless components are switched off.

Power-on indicator/Sta nd by

StandbyindicatorPoweri ndicator

• The indicator is lit: The notebook is switched on.

• The indicator flashes: The notebook is

in standby mode.

• 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 a dapter connected:

• The indicator l ights up blue: The battery is fully charged.

• The indicator lights up orange: The battery is charging.

• The indicator flashes orange: An error has occurred. The battery
cannot be charged.

• The indicator is off: The system is in battery mode and the mains
adapter is n ot connected or the battery is not installed.

Batterystatusin

dicator

BatterysymbolBatteryindicato

r

Drive indicator

DriveIndicator

The indicator is lit: One of the drives (e.g. hard disk, CD/DVD) is being
accessed.

Num Lock indicator

IndicatorNum Lock

The indicator is lit: The

Num

key has been pressed. The virtual numerical
keypad is activated. You can ou tput the characters indicated on the upper
right of the keys.

Caps Lock indicator

IndicatorCap s Lock

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 a ppear when that key
is pressed.

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Working with the notebook

Switching on the notebook

► Open the LCD screen.

Switchingon

► Press the ON/OFF switch for about one

second to switch the notebook on.



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.

► Shut down the operating system properly

(e.g. in Windows via the Start menu by
clicking Start Symbol – Shut Down – OK).

Notebook

► If the notebook is not switched off

automatically, press the ON/OFF switch
for approx. five seconds.

► Close the LCD screen.

Keyboard

KeyboardNumeric keypadNumerickeypadButtons

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 designed to provide all the functions of an enhanced keyboard.
Some enhanced keyboard functions are mapped with key combinations.

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The following description of keys refers to Windows. Additional functions supported by the keys
are described in the relevant manuals supplied with your application programs.

The figure below shows how to access the different characters on keys with overlaid functions.
The example applies when the Caps Lock key has not been activated.

The illustrations shown below may differ from your actual device.

0

=

}

+

+

Num

Alt Gr

=

0

}

=

0

}

=

0

}

=

0

}

Key Description

Backspace key

The Ba ckspace key

deletes the character to the left of the cursor.

BackspaceBackspace

Tab key

The Tab key moves the cursor to the next tab stop.

Tabkey

Enter key (return)

The Enter key terminates a command line. The command you have entered
is executed when you press this key.

EnterkeyReturnEnterLinefeed

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Key Description

Caps Lock key

The Caps L o ck key activates the Caps Lock mode, and the corresponding
icon is displayed in the Windows information area. In Caps Lock mode, all
of the characters you type appear in upper case. In the ca se of overlay
keys, the character printed on the upper left of the key will appear w hen
that key is pressed. To cancel the Caps Lock function, simply press the
Caps Lock key again.

ShiftkeyCap sLock

Shift key

The Shift key causes uppercase ch

aracters to a ppear. In the case of overlay

keys, the character p rinted on th

e upper left of the key appears when that

keyispressed.

ShiftkeyShift

Fn button

The

Fn

key enables the special functio

ns indicated on overlay keys (see

"

Key combinations", Page 24).

Fnkey

Cursor keys

The cursor keys mo ve the cursor in

the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down,

left, or right.

CursorkeysCursorcontrolkeys

Start key

The Start key opens the Windows S

tart menu.

Startkey

Menu key

The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item.

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Virtual numeric keypad

NumerickeypadVirtualnumeric keypadNumLock

To provide the convenience of a numeric keypad, your keyb oard is equipped with a virtual
numeric keypad. The special k eys of the virtual numeric keypad are recognisable by the numbers
and symbols printed in the upper right corner of each key. If you have switched on the virtual
numeric keypad, you can output the characters shown on the u pper right of the keys.

The keyboard layout shown below may differ from your actual device.

1 = Valid characters when the

Num

key is not activated

2 = Valid characters when the

Num

is activated

Further information about the status indicators can be found in chapter "

Status indicators", Page 18.

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Separate numeric keypad (device-dependent)

NumerickeypadSeparatenumer ickeypadNumLock

The keyboard of your notebook has a separate number block on the far right,
depending on the device version.

Key combinations

Keycombinations

The f ollowing description of key combinations applies to Windows operating systems. Some of the
following key combinations may not function in other operating systems or with certain device drivers.

Other key combinations are described in the relevant manuals supplied
with your application programs.

Key combinations are entered as follows:

► Press the first key in the combination and keep it pressed.
► While holding the first key down, press the other key or keys in the combination.

Combination Description

Switching the loudspeakers o n and off

This key combination switches your n otebook’s loudspeakers off
and on.

Fn+F3LoudspeakersLoudspeakers

Switching the touchpad and touchpad buttons on/off

This key combination sw itches the touch pad and the touchpad
buttons on or off.

Fn+F4TouchpadTouchpadbuttonsTouchpad

Switching the wireless componen ts on / off

This key combination switches the wireless components off or on.

Fn+F5Wire

lesscomponents

Wire

lesscomponents

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Combination Description

Decrease screen brig htness

This key combination decreases the brightness of the screen.

Fn+F6LCDscreenScreenbri ghtness

Increase screen b rightness

This key combination increases the brightness of the screen.

Fn+F7Screenbrightness

Decrease volume

This key combination reduces t

he volume of the internal

loudspeakers.

Fn+F8Volume

Increase volum e

This key combination increases the volume of the internal
loudspeakers.

Fn+F9Volume

Toggle o ut pu t screen

Use this key combination to select which screen (s) is/are used for
display if an external monitor is connected.

Screen output is possible:

• only on the notebook’s LCD screen

• on the LCD screen of the notebook and the external monitor
atthesametime

• only on the external monitor
This setting is useful if you would like a high resolution and a

high refresh rate on an external monitor.

Fn+F10Togg leou tpu

tscreen

Switch between op en applications

Use this key combination to switch between several open
applications.

Alt+Tab

AltCtrl

Del

SysRq

++

Windows security/Task-Manager

This key combination opens the Windows security/Task-Manager
window.

If the device is locked, the window for entering a password will
be opened.

Ctrl+Alt+Del

Back tab

This key combination m oves the cursor back to the previous tab
stop.

Shift+TabBacktab

Key combinations using the

Windows keys are detailed in the manual

for your operating system.

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Country and keyboard settings

If you want to change the country and keyboard settings, proceed as follows:

► Enter the settings by clicking Start – (Settings) – Control Panel – Time, Regional and Language Options.

Touchpad and touchpad buttons

Keep the touchpad clean. Protect it from dirt, liquids and grease.

TouchpadTouchpad

Do not use the touchpad if your fingers are dirty.

Do not rest heavy objects (e.g. books) on the touchpad or the touchpad buttons.

1

2

1 = Touchpad

2 = Touchpad buttons

The touchpad enables you

to move the mouse pointer on the screen.

The touchpad buttons allo

w you to select and execute commands. They correspon d

to the buttons on a conven

tional mouse.

You can use a key comb inat

ion to disable the touchpad, to avoid accidentally moving

the pointer on the scre

en (see also "

Key combinations", Page 24).

Moving the pointer

► Move your finger on the touchpad.

Touchpad



The pointer will move.

Selecting an item

► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select.

Touchpad

► Tap the touchpad once or pr

ess the left button once.



The item is selected.

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Executing commands

► Move the pointer to the field you wish to select.

Touchpad

► Tap the touchpad twice or press the left button twice.



The command is executed.

Dragging items

► Select the desired item.

Touchpad

► Press and hold the left button and drag the item to the desired position

with the finger on the touchpad .



The item will be moved.

Switching the Touchpad on and off

You can switch the Touchpad on and off using a key combination,
see "

Key combinations", Page 24.

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LCD screen

LCDscreenNotes

High-quality TFT displays are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH. For
technical reasons, TFT monitors are manufactured for a specific resolution. An optimal, clear
picture can only be ensured with the correct resolution intended for the relevant TFT monitor. A
monitor resolution which differs from the specifi cation can result in an un clear picture.

The screen resolution of the LCD mon itor of your notebook is optimally set at the factory.

The standard of production techniques tod ay cannot guarantee an absolutely fault-free screen
display. A few isolated constant lit or unlit pixels (picture elements) may be present. The maximum
permitted number of pixels faults is stipulated in the international standard ISO 9241-3 (Class II).

Example:

A m onitor with a resolution of 1280 x 800 has 1280 x 800 = 1024000 pixels. Each pixel consists of
three subpixels (red, green and blue), so there are almost 3 million subpixels in total. According to
ISO 9241-3 (class II), a maximum of 2 light and 2 dark pixels and an additional 5 light or 10 dark
subpixels or a corresponding mix may be defective (1 light subpixel c oun ts as 2 dark subpixels).

Pixel

A pixel consists of 3 subpixe

ls, normally red, green and

blue. A pixel is the smallest

element that can be generated

by complete functionality

of the display.

Subpixel

A subpixel is a separately a

ddressable internal structure

within a pixel that enhance

s the pixel function.

Cluster A cluster contains two or more defective pixels or

subpixels in a 5 x 5 pixel block.

Background lighting

TFT monitors are operate

d with background lighting. The luminosity of the background

lighting can decrease du

ring the period of use of the notebook. How ever, you can

set the brightness of you

r monitor individually.

Synchronising the displ

ay on the LCD screen and an external monitor

For more information, p

lease refer to the chapter "

Key combinations", Pa ge 24

under "Display output,

switch betwe en".

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Webcam

Webcam

Depending on the software used, you can use your Webcam to take pictures,
record video clips or take part in web chats.

• The picture quality depends on the lighting conditions and the software being used.

• You can only operate the webcam with a particular application (e.g. an Internet telephony
program or a video conferencing program which supports a webcam).

• When using the webcam the notebook support must not wobble.

• The webcam automatically adjusts itself to the current light level. For this reason
the LCD screen may flicker while the light level is adjusted.

Further information on use of the webcam and additional settings can be found
in the help function of the program which uses the webcam.

If you wish to carry out a function test with your webcam, you can use the
corresponding test software available at "

http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/".

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Rechargeable battery

RechargeablebatteryBatteryLife,batteryRechargeablebatteryRechargeablebattery

When not plugged into a mains socket, the notebook runs on its built-in battery. You
can increase the life of the battery by caring for the battery properly. The average
battery life is around 500 charge/discharge cycles.

You can extend the battery life by taking advant age of the available energy saving functions.

Charging, caring for and maintaining the battery

BatteryBattery

The notebook battery can only be charged, when the ambient temperature
is between 5°C and max. 35°C.

You can charg e the battery by connecting the n otebook to the mains adapter
(see "

Mains adapter connecting", Page 16).

You can increase the life of your battery by allowing it to fully discharge before recharging it aga in.
To do this, leave your notebook turned on while operated by the battery. Once the battery is running
low, you will he ar a warning alarm. If you do not connect the mains adapter within five minutes of
the warning alarm described above sounding, your notebook will automatically switch off.

monitoring the battery charging level

BatteryBatterystatusme

ter

Windows also has a "Battery status meter" in the taskbar for m onitoring the battery capacity. When
you place the mouse pointer on the battery symbol, the system displays the battery status.

Battery storage

BatteryBatterySelf-discharge,batteryChargingcapacity,battery

Keep the battery pack between 0°C and +30°C. The lower the temperature at which
the batteries are stored, the lower the rate of self-discharge.

If you will be storing batteries for a longer period (longer than two months),
the battery charge level should be approx. 30 %. To prevent exhaustive
discharge which would permanently damage the battery, check the level
of charge of the battery at regular intervals.

To be able to make use of the optimal charging capacity of the batteries, the battery
should be completely discharged and then fully recharged.

If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the
notebook. Never store the batteries in the device.

Removing and installing the battery

Only use rechargeable batteries approved by Fujitsu Technology
Solutions for your notebook.

Never use force when fitting or removing a battery.

Make sure that no foreign bodies get into the battery connections.

Never store a battery fo r longer periods in the discharged state. This
can make it impossible to recharge.

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Removing the battery

► Prepare for removal, see chapter " Preparing to remove components", Page 53.

1

2

3

► Slide the release button in the direction of the arrow (1) and hold it in place.
► Slidethereleasebu

tton in direction of the arrow (2).

► Remove the battery from the battery compartment (3).

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Inserting battery

► Position the battery at the edg e.
► Push the battery into the battery compartment until you feel it engage.
► Complete the removal, see chapter "

Finishing component removal", Page 61.

Optical drive

Opticaldrive

This pro duct contains a light emitting diode, classified in accordance with IEC
8251:1993: LASER CLASS 1, and must therefore not be opened .

Handling data carriers

Handling

Observe the followi

ng guidelines when handling data carriers:

• Avoid touching the su

rface of a data carrier. Only handle data carriers by their edges.

• Always store data carriers in their cases. This will protect the data carrier against
being covered in dust, scratched or damaged in any other way.

• Protect your data ca

rriers against dust, mechanical vibrations and direct sunlight.

• Avoid storing a data carrier in areas subject to high temperatures or humidity.

You may use both 8-cm a

nd 12-cm data carriers in the optical drive.

When using a data carri

er of lesser quality, vibrations and reading errors may occur.

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CD/DVD indicator

CD/DVDindicator

The CD/DVD indicator flashes when a data c arrier is inserted. The indicator goes out when
the drive is ready for reading. The indicator lights up when the drive is being accessed.
You may only remove the data carrier when the indicator is unlit.

If the CD/DVD indicator does not go out after a data carrier has been inserted, but
instead continues to flash, t his means that the drive cannot access the data carrier.

Either the data carrier is damaged or dirty or you are using a data
carrier that the drive cannot read.

Inserting or removing a data carrier

InsertingRemoving

The notebook must be switched on.

2

1

► Push the insert/eject button (1).



The drive tray will open.

► Gently pull the drive tray (2) completely out.

► Place the data carrier in the drive tray with

the printed side facing upw ards.

or

► Remove a data carrier that has

been inserted.

► Push in the drive tray until you

feel it lock into place.

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Manual removal (emergency removal)

CD/DVD:ManualremovalofdatacarrierEmergencyremovalofdata carrier

In the event of a p o wer failure or damage to the drive, you can remove the data carrier manually.

1

2

► Switch your notebook off.
► Push a pen or a piece of wire (such as a

paperclip) firmly into the opening (1).



The drive tray is ejected. You can now pull
the drive tray (2) out of the drive.

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Using the power-management features

PowerPowerBattery

The notebook uses less power when the available power-m anagemen t features are used. You
will then be able to work longer when using the battery before having to recharge it.

Power efficiency is increased and environm ental pollution reduced. By
choosing the best power options, you can make sign ificant savings and
at the same time help protect the environment.

When you fold down and close the LCD screen, depending on the setting in Windows,
the notebook automatically enters a power saving mode.

We recommend the following settings:

Function On external power On battery power

Turn off monitor After 10 minutes After 5 minutes

Turn off hard disk(s) After 15 minutes After 10 minutes

Energy saving (S3) After 20 minutes After 15 minutes

Hibernate mode (S4) After 1 hour After 30 minutes

► Select the power management functions in your Control Panel.
► Select the Screen Saver in your Control Panel.

or

► Right-click on the desktop. Switch on the screen saver by clicking Personalization –

Change screen saver.

If you need further information about an option, you can get help with most
settings by pressing

F1

to open the Microsoft Help.

When the notebook is in power-saving mode, the fo llow in g must be remembered:

During power saving mode, open files are held in the main memory
orinaswapfile on the hard disk.

Never turn off your notebook while it is in a power saving mode. If the built-in battery is
nearly flat, close the open files and do not go into power saving mode.

If you do not intend to use your notebook for a long period of time:

► Exit power saving mod e if necessary via the mouse or keyboard or by switching on the

notebook.

► Close all opened programs and completely shut down the notebook.

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Memory cards

Slot

Your notebook is equipped with an integrated memory card reader.

Observe the manufacturer’s instructions when handling the memory cards.

Memorycard

Supported formats

Your notebook supports the following formats:

•SDHC

• Memory Stick / Memory Stick pro (Sony®)

Inserting the memory card

► Carefully slide the memory c ard into the

slot. The label should be facing upward. Do
not apply excessive force, as otherwise the
delicate contact surfaces could be damaged.

Memorycard



Depending on the particular ty

pe

used, the memory card may protr

ude

slightly from the slot.

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Removing the memory card

Memorycard

In order to protect your data, always follow the correct procedure
for removing the card outlined below.

You can stop the memory card via the corresponding icon in the task bar:

► Left-click on the icon.
► Select the card you want to stop and remove.
► Press the Enter key.



Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the memory card.

1

2

► On devices with card locking: Press

on the storage card (1).

Memorycard



The storage card is released and
can now be removed.

► Pull the storage card out of the slot ( 2).

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ExpressCards

SlotExpressCard

An ExpressCard slot enables operation o f an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54.

Consult the documentation supplied by the ExpressCard’s manufacturer
and fo llow the instructions provided.

Never use force when installing or removing an ExpressCard.

Make sure that no foreign objects enter the ExpressCard slot.

Inserting the card

Keep the placeholder for the slot in a safe place. When you remove the card again, you
must reinstall the place holder. This prevents foreign objects from getting into t he slot.

1

2

► Press the edge of the placeholder (1)

to ma ke the card placeholder protrude
from the notebook’s case.

► Pull the card placeholder out of the slot (2).

► Insert the card into the slot guide with

the connection contacts first.

► Gently push the card into the slot until you

feel it click into place. Do not use any force.
Depending on the particula r type used, the

card may protrude slightly from the slot.

Please s ee the documentation relating to the card for driver i nstallation instructions.

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Removing the card

Always remove the card according to the rules described below, to
ensure that none of your data is lost.

You can stop the ExpressCard using the corresponding symbol in the task bar:

► Click on the symbol for safe removal of hardware with the left mouse button.
► Select the ExpressCard you wan

ttostopandremove.

► Press the Enter key.



Wait for the dialogue box which t

ells you tha t it is now saf e to remove the ExpressCard.

1

2

► Press the edge of the card (1) so that the

card protrudes a little f rom the no tebook.

► Pull the card out of the slot (2).

2

► Insert the card placeho

lder into the

slot guide.

► Gently slide the card placeholder into the

slot until you feel it click into place.

Loudspeakers and microphones

MicrophoneLoudspeaker sBass lo udspeaker(subwoofer)Volume control

Information on the exact position of the speakers and microphone can be
found in "

Ports and controls", Page 9.

Please refer to chapter "

Key combinations", Page 2 4 for information on setting the volume

and also enabling/disabling the loudspeakers using key combinations.

If you attach an external microphone, the built-in microphone is disabled.

When you connect headphones or external speakers, the built-in speakers are disabled.

Information on connecting headphones and a microphone can be found
in "

Connecting external devices", Page 47.

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SIM card

A SIM Card (Subscriber Identity Module) is a chip card which is inserted in a mobile telephone or
notebook to enable access to a mobile radio network in conjunction with an installed UMTS mod ule.

Follow the instructions supplied by the provider of the SIM card.

The SIM card slot is located in the battery compartment and can only
be accessed when the battery is removed.

Inserting the SIM card

► Prepare for installation of the SIM card, see chapter "Preparing to remove components", Page 53.

1

► Slide the SIM card into the slot (1)

until it is felt to engage, as shown in
the battery compartment.

► Complete the installa

tion, see chapter "

Finishing component removal", Page 61.

Removing the SIM card

► Prepare for removal of the SIM card, see chapter "Preparing to remove components", Page 53.

1

► Press on the edge of the SIM card so that

it jumps up slightly out of the slot.

► Pull the SIM card out of the slot in the

direction of the arrow (1).

► Complete the rem

oval, see chapter "

Finishing component removal", Page 61.

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Wireless LAN / Bluetooth / UMTS

The installation of radio components not approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions
will invalidate the certifications issued for this device.

Switching the wireless com

ponents on and off

► Press the key combination

Fn

+

F

5

to start the WirelessSelector.

WirelessLANWirelessLANBluetoothBluetooth



The wireless component indicator

will illuminate when one or more wireless

components are switched on.

The Bluetooth and UMTS modules an

d the wireless LAN transmission unit (antenna)

will also be switched off when yo

u switch off the wireless components.

Pay attention to the additiona

l safety notes for devices with wireless

components provided in the "Sa

fety" manual.

Details on using a W ireless LAN

can be found in the online help system

included in the Wireless LAN so

ftware.

You can obtain more informatio

nonUMTSfromyourserviceprovider.

Setting up WLAN access

• Requirement: A WLAN must be available and you must have the
corresponding access information.

Information on configuring the WLAN access can be found in the
documentation for your operating system.

Access via UMTS

If you have ordered an integr

ated UMTS module with your system, you can enjoy the

best reception and maximum e

nergy efficiency, without any disruptive cables or aerials.

The optional UMTS module is

ready for use immediately.

If you have not ordered a UMTS

module, you can purchase the accessories for UMTS reception

from specialised dealers or

from your Fujitsu Technology Solutions dealer.

You wil l find information on

establishing the connection with the UMTS network

in the documentation for t

he hardware used.

Your device can connect wit

h the Internet via UMTS. To do this, use one of

the following types of con

nection:

• an integrated UMTS module (

depending on your model variant)

• a USB dongle (a USB stick with your mobile phone provider’s SIM card)

• a UMTS ExpressCard (to be ins

erted in the ExpressCard slot of your device)

• a mobile end-device (e.g. mobile phone with Bluetooth or cable connection)

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Ethernet and LAN

EthernetLAN

The internal network module of your notebook supports Ethernet LAN. You can use it to
establish a connection to a local network (LAN = Local Area Network).

2

1

► Connect the network cable to the LAN

port of the notebook (1).

► Connect the ne twork cable to your

network connection (2).

Your network administrator can help you to configure and use the LAN connections.

The network cable is not included in the delivery scope. This type of
cable can be obtained from a specialist dealer.

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Security functions

Security functions

Securityfunctions

Your notebook has several security features that you can use to secure your
system from unauthorised access.

This chapter explains how to use each function, and what the benefits are.

Please remember that in some cases, for example, forgetting your password,
you may be locked out and unable to access your data. Therefore,
please note the following information:

• Make regular backups to external storage devices such as extern al
hard drives, C D or DVD disks.

• Some security functions need yo u to choose passwords. Make a note
of the passwords and keep them in a safe place.

If you forget your passwords you will need to contact the our Service
Desk. Deletion or resetting of passwords is not covered by your warranty
and a charge will be made for assistance.

Use Kensington Lock

Your de vice comes with a Kensington Lock device for the Kensington MicroSaver. With
the Kensington MicroSaver, a sturdy steel cable, you can help protect your notebook from
theft. The Kensington MicroSaver is available as an accessory.

K

► Fit the Kensington MicroSaver on the

device on your notebook.

KensingtonMicroSaverUsingaKensingtonLockMechanicalbackupAnti-theftprotection

Configuring password protection in BIOS Setup Utility

Before using the va

rious options for password protection in the B IOS Setup utility

toincreasedatase

curity, please observe the following:

Make a note of the p

asswords and keep them in a safe place. If you forget your

supervisor passw

ord you will not be able to access your notebook. Passwords are

not covered by you

r warranty and a charge will be made for assistance.

Passw

ordprotection

Your password can be up to eight characters long and contain letters and numbers.
No distinction is made between uppercase and lowercase.

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Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password)

If you have opened these operating instructions on the screen, we recommend that
you print out the following instructions. Because you cannot call the instructions
onto the screen while you are setting up the password.

BIOSSetupUtility

You prevent unauthorised use of the BIOS Setu p Utility with both the supervisor and the user
password. The supervisor password gives you access to all functions of the BIOS Setup
Utility, while the user password only provides some of the functions. You can only set a
user password if a supervisor passw ord has already been assigned.

Please refer to the ""Settings in BIOS Setup Utility", Page 62 section for a
description of how to call up and operate the B IOS Setup Utility.

Setting supervisor and user password

► Start the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu.
► Select the Set Supervisor Password field and press the Enter key.



With Enter new Password: you are asked to enter a password.

► Enter the password and press the Enter key.



Confirm new Password requires you to confirm the password.

► Enter the password again and press the Enter key.



Changes have been saved is a c onfirmation that the new password has been saved.

► To set the user password, select Set User Password and proceed exactly as

when configuring the supervisor password.



If you do not want to change any other settings, you can exit BIOS Setup Utility.

► In the Exit menu, select the option Save Changes & Exit.
► Select Yes and press the Enter key.

PasswordSupervisorpas swordUserpassword



The notebook w ill be rebooted and the new password will come into effect. It will now be
necessary to first enter your supervisor or user password in order to open the BIOS Setup Utility.
Please note that the user password only provides access to a few of the BIOS settings.

Changing the supervisor or user password

You can only change the supervisor password when you have logged into the
BIOS Setup Utility with the supervisor password.

PasswordSuperv

isorpassword

Userpa

ssword

► Call the BIOS Setup Utility andgototheSecurity menu.
► When changing the password, proceed exactly as for password assignment.

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Removing passwords

To remove a password (without setting a ne w password) perform the f ollowing steps:

PasswordSupervisorpasswordUserpassword

► Start the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Se curity menu.
► Highlight the Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password field and press the Enter key.



You w ill be requested to enter the current password by the Enter Current Password prompt.
You will be requested to enter a new password by the Enter N ew Password prompt.

► Press the Enter key twice.
► In the Exit menu, select the option Save Changes & Exit.
► Select Yes and press the Enter key.



The notebook will now reboot with the password removed.
Removing the supervisor password simultaneously deactivates the user password.

Password protection for booting of the operating system

With the supervisor password you hav

esetintheBIOS Setup Utility (see

section "

Setting supervisor and use

r password", Page 44), you can also

prevent booting of the operating sys

tem.

Operatingsystem

Activating system protection

► Start the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Se curity menu.

Operatingsystem

► Select the PasswordonBootoption an d

press the Enter key.

► Select the desired option (Disabled, First Boot or Every B oot) and press t he Enter key
► Select the Save Changes & Exit option un

der Exit.



The notebook will reboot. You will be prompted to enter your password (the supervisor password).

Deactivating system protection

► Start the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Se curity menu.

Operatingsystem

► Select the PasswordonBootoption an d pr

ess the Enter key.

► Select the Disabled option and press the Enter key.



If you do not want to change any other setti

ngs, you can exit BIOS Setup Utility.

► Select the Save Changes & Exit option under Exit.



The noteboo k will reboot. The system is no l

onger password-protected.

Password protection for the hard disk

Passw

ordprotection:

The had disk password prevents unauthorised access to the hard disk drives
and is checked internally each time the system is booted. T he condition for this
is that you have assigned at least the supervisor password.

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Activating hard disk protection

► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Security menu.



If you have not assigned BIOS passwords yet, define the supervisor and the user
password now, if desired (see "

Security functions", Page 43).

► Mark the Hard Disk Security fie ld and press the Enter key.
► In the Drive0 area mark the Set Master Password field and press the Enter key.



Enter new Password then appears and you are asked to enter a password.

► Enter the password and press the Enter key.



Confirm new Password requires you to confirm the password.

► Enter the password again and press the Enter key.



Setup Notice: Changes have been saved is displayed to confirm that the
new password has been saved.

► To assign the password for the second hard disk (Drive1), go to the Drive1 area and

select the field Set Master Password, then proceed in exactly the same way as for
setting up the password for the first hard disk (Drive0).



The field Password Entry on Boot is set to Enabled by default. You can exit the BIOS
Setup once you have finished changing the settings.

► From the Exit menu, choose the option Exit Saving Changes.
► Press the Enter key and select Yes .



The notebook reboots and your hard disk is now protected with a password. The system
will ask you to enter the password when the notebook is restarted again.

Deactivating hard disk protection

To cancel a password without setting a new one, proceed as follows:

► Call up the BIOS Setup and select the Security menu.
► Mark the Hard Disk Security fie ld and press the Enter key.
► In the Drive0 area mark the Set Master Password field and press the Enter key.



You will be initially requested to enter the old password by the Enter current Password prompt.
You will then be requested to enter a new password by the Enter new Password prompt.

► After entering the password, press the Enter key three times.
► From the Exit menu, choose the option Exit Saving Changes.
► Press the Enter key and select Yes .



The notebook reboots, and password protection for the hard disk is cancelled.

► To cancel the password for the second hard disk (Drive1), go to the Drive1 area

and select the field Set Master Password, then proceed in exactly the same way as
for cancelling the password for the first hard disk (Drive0).

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Connecting external devices

Always refer to the safety information provided in "Important notes", Page 12 before
connecting or disconnecting any devices to or from your notebook.

Always read the documentation supplied with the device you wish to connect.

Never connect or disconnect cables during a thunderstorm.

Never pull at a cable when disconn ecting it. Always grasp the plug.

Follow the steps below in order, when connecting or disconnecting
devices to your notebook:

With some devices such as USB devices, it is not necessary to switch off
the notebook and the device before connecting/disconnecting. For more
information about whether or not devices need to be switched off, please refer
to the documentation supplied with the external device.

Some of the external devices require special drivers (see the operating
system and external device documentation).

Connecting devices to the n otebook

1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices.

2. Unplug your notebook and al

l devices from the mains sockets.

3. Connect the cables for your external devices following the instructions.

4. Plug all power cables into t

he mains sockets.

DevicesPeripheralde

vices

Disconnecting devices from the notebook

1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices.

2. Unplug your notebook and all dev

ices from t he mains sockets.

3. Disconnect the cables for your external devices following the instructions.

DevicesPeripheraldevices

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Connecting external devices

Connecting an external monitor

You can connect an external monitor to the analogue VGA monitor connection of the
notebook. Screen output is limited to a maximum of two screens at any one time (see

"

Key combinations", Page 24, section "Toggle output screen").

MonitorVGAconnectionsocketScreenportMonitorport

Analogue VGA m onitor connection socket

► Switch off the notebook and the external monitor.
► Connect the data cable of the external monitor to the monitor port of the notebook.
► First switch on the external monitor and then the notebook.

You can also use a key combination to switch back and forth between the external
monitor and the noteb ook’s LCD screen, see chapter "

Key combinations", Page 24.

You can display the same picture on the external monitor and the
notebook LCD screen simultaneously.

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Connecting external devices

HDMI port

HDMIport

The HDMI port of your notebook can be used to c onnect an external amplifier,
LCD TV or a plasma TV with an HDMI connection.

► Connect the data cable to the

external device.

► Connect the data cable to the HDMI

port of the notebook.

Some LCD televisions have only two loudspeaker connections and therefore
cannot reproduce Dolby digital or DTS. In order to reproduce the sound, you
must go into Windows and adjust the sound settings.

Proceed as follows:

► Select Startsymbol – (Settings) – Control Panel – Hardware and Sound – Sound.
► Mark Realtek HDMI Output.
► Select Properties – Supported formats.
► Deactivate the settings DTS audio and Dolby digital.
► Confirm the settings with OK.

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Connecting external devices

Connecting USB devices

USBports

On the USB ports, you can connect external devices that also have a USB port
(e.g. a DVD drive, a printer, a scanner or a modem).

USB devices are hot-pluggable. This means you can connect and disconnect
devices while your operating system is running.

USB 1.x has a maximum data transfer rate of 12 Mbit/s.

USB 2.x has a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbit/s.

Additional information can b

e found in the documentation for the USB devices.

► Connect the data cable to the

external device.

► Connect the data cable to a USB

port of the notebook.

Device drivers

USB devices will be automatically recogn ised and installed by your operating system.

How to remove USB devi

ces correctly

Always correctly remove the device according to the rules described below,
to ensure that none of your data is lost.

► Left click on the icon to safely remove hard w are, located in the taskbar.
► Select the device which you want to shut down and remove.
► Press the Enter key.



Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the device.

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Connecting external devices

Connecting external audio devices

Microphone port / Line In

Audiodevices,connectingAudioportsMicrophone,connecting

The microphone port/Line In allows you to connect an external microphone, a MiniDisc
player, MP3 player, CD player or a tape deck to your not ebook.

► Connect the audio cable to the

external device.

► Connect the audio ca ble to the mi

crophone

port/Line In of the notebook.

Headphone port

Connectingaudio

devices

AudioportsConnectingheadp

hones

You can connect headphones or external loudspeakers to your notebook via the headphone port.

► Connect the audio cable to the

external device.

► Connect the audio cable to the headphone

port of the notebook.



The internal loudspeakers are disabled.

If you purchase a cable from a retailer, please note the following information:

The headph one port on your notebook is a "3.5 mm jack socket".

If you want to connect headphones or a speaker you will need a "3.5 mm jack plug".

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Removing and installing com ponents

during servicing

Removing and installing compo

nents

during servicing

Only qualified technicians should repair your notebook. Unauthorised
opening or incorrect repair may greatly endanger the user (electric shock,
fire risk) and will invalidate your warranty.

Components

Servicing

After consulting the Hotline/Service Desk, you may remove and install the
components described in this chapter yourself.

If you remove and install components without consulting the Hotline/Service
Desk, then the warranty of your notebook will be voided.

Notes on installing and removing boards
and components

• Switch the notebook off and pull the power plug out of the ma ins socket.

• Always remove the battery.

• Take care when you use the locking mechanisms on the battery and any other component.

• Never use sharp objects suc

h as screwdrivers, scissors or knives as leverage to remove covers.

NotesBoardESD

Boards with electrostatic sensitive d evices (ESD) are marked with the label
shown.

When handling boards fitted with ESDs, you must always observe the following
points:

• You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grou nded
object) before working.

• The e quip ment and tools you use must be free of static charges.

• Remove the power plug fro m the mains supply before inserting o r removing
boards containing ESDs.

• Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.

• Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with E SDs.

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Removing and installing compone nts

during servicing

Preparing to remove components

If you are going to remove or change system components, prepare for the removal as follows:

Please observe the safety information in chapter "Important notes", Page 12.
Remove the power plug from the mains outlet !

► Switch the device off.

The device must not be in energy-saving mode !

► Close the LCD screen.
► Remove all the cables from the device.
► Turn the device over and place it on a stable, flat and clean surface. If necessary, lay an

anti-slip cloth on this surface to prevent the de vice from being scratched.

► Remove the battery (see "

Removing the battery", Page 31).

Installing and removing memory expansion

MemorymoduleMainmemoryRemovingmemorySystemexpansionSystemexpansion

If you are asked by the Ho tline/Service Desk to remove and install the memory
expansion yourself, proceed as follows:

Please observe the safety information in chapter "Important notes", Page 12.

When installing/removing memory m odules, the battery must be removed from
the notebook and the notebook must not be connected to the power supply,
see "

Preparing to remove comp onents", Page 53.

Only use memory expansion modules that have been approved for your
notebook (see "

Technical data", Page 72).

Never use force when installing or removing a memory extension.

Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the memory extension compartment.

You must open the service compart

ment to remove or install a memory module. On some devices,

opening the compartment may exp

ose other components. These components should be removed

and replaced only by authorise

d specialists. Therefore, b e sure to observe the follow ing:

Individual components can be

come very hot during operation. Therefore, we

recommend that you wait one ho

ur after switching off the notebook before removing

or installing memory module

s. Otherwise, there is a risk of suffering burns!

As some components are expose

d that are sensitive to static electricity, please take

note of chapter "

Notes on ins

talling and removing boards and com ponents", Page 52.

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Removing and installing com ponents

during servicing

Removing the cover

1

1

1

1

1

2

► Remove the screws (

1).

► Lift the cover off the notebook (2).

Removing memory modules

3

2

1

1

► Carefully push the two mounting

clips outwards (1).

MemoryexpansionMemorymodule



The memory module snaps upwards (2).

► Pull the memory module out of its s lot

in the direction of the arrow (3 ).

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Removing and installing compone nts

during servicing

Installing a memory module

2

a

1

► Insert the memory module with the contacts

and the recess (a) facing the slot (1).

MemoryexpansionMemorymodule

► Carefully push the memory module

downwards until you feel it click
into place (2).

Securing the cover

2

2

2

2

2

1

► Place the cover into its installation position in the direction of the arrow (1).
► Secure the cover with the screws (2).

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Removing and installing com ponents

during servicing

Removing and installing the har

ddisk

Removing a cover

► Remove the battery (see Chapter "Removing the battery", Page 31).

1

2

► Remove the screw (1).

Keep the screws in a safe place. If you are removing more than one component at
the same time, store the screw s for the individual components separately from each
other. If you install the wrong screws, components may be damaged.

► Lift the cover off the notebook (2).

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Removing and installing compone nts

during servicing

Removing a hard disk

1

1

3

2

► Remove the screws (

1).

Keep the screws in

a safe place. If y ou are removing more tha n one compo nent at

the same time, st

ore the screws for the individual components separat e from each

other. If you ins

tall the wrong screws, components may be damaged.

► Use the pulling aid to pull the hard disk in the direction of the arrow (2) until the contacts disengage.
► Remove the hard di

sk from the hard disk c ompartment (3).

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Removing and installing com ponents

during servicing

Installing a hard disk

If you are installing more than one component at the same time, keep the screws for
the individual components separately from each other and make sure that you use the
correct screws. If you install the wrong screws, componen ts may be damaged.

3

3

1

2

► Place the hard disk into the hard disk compartment (1).
► Push the hard disk i

n the direction of the arrow (2) until the contacts engage.

► Fasten the screws (3).

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Removing and installing compone nts

during servicing

Attaching the cover

2

1

► Place the cover in t

he correct mounting position (1).

If you remove more

than one component at the same time, keep the screws for the

individual comp

onents separately from each o the r and m ake sure that you use the

correct screws.

If you install the wrong screws, components may be d amaged.

► Tighten the screw (2).
► Insert the batter

y (see Chapter "

Inserting battery", Page 32).

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Removing and installing com ponents

during servicing

Removing and installing the opt

ical drive

Removing the op tical drive

► Prepare for removal, see "Preparing to remove components", Page 53.

Harddisk

1

1

2

► Remove the screws (1).



The drive is released.

► Pull the drive out of the drive bay (2).

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Removing and installing compone nts

during servicing

Installing the optical drive

2

2

1

► Slidethedriveint

o the notebook (1).

► Fasten the screws (2).
► Complete the remov

al, see "

Finishing component removal", Page 61.

Finishing component removal

After you have removed or changed the system components as you required, please
prepare your device for operation again as follows:

► Install the battery again (see "

Inserting batter y", Page 32).

► Turn the notebook t

he right way up again and place it on a flat surface .

► Reconnect the cables that you disconnected before.

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Settings in BIOS Setup Utility

Settings in BIOS Setup Utility

BIOSSetupUtilitySystemsettings,BIOSSetupUtilityConfiguration,BIOSSetupUtilitySetupSystemconfigurationHardwareconfiguration

The BIOS Setup U tility allows you to set the system functions and the hardware
configuration for the notebook.

When it is delivered, the notebook is set to factory default settings. You can
change these settings in BIOS Setup Utility. Any changes you make take effect as
soon as you save and exit the BIOS Setup Utility.

The BIOS Setup Utility program contains the following menus:

About

Displays informa tion relating to the BIOS, processor and notebook

System

Advanced system settings

Advanced

Configuration of various hardware components, such as mouse, keyboard,
processor

Security

Password settings and security functions

Boot

Configuration of the start-up sequence

Exit

Exits the BIOS Setup Utility

Starting the BIOS Setup Utility

► Reboot the notebook (switch off/

on or reboot the operating system).

BIOSSetupUtility



The following or a similar display appears on the screen at start-up:

<F2> BIOS Setup <F12> Boot Menu

► Press the function key

F2

.

► If a password has been assigned, ent

er the password and press the Enter key.

If you have forgotten the password

, contact your system administrator

or contact our customer service ce

ntre.

The BIOS Setup Utility sta rts .

Operating BIOS Setup Utility

BIOSSet

upUtility

Press the

F1

key to display help on the operation of BIOS Setup Utility. The description

of the individual settings is shown in the right-hand window of the BIOS Setup Utility.

With the

F9

key you can l oad the default settings of the BIOS Setu p Utility.

► Use the cursor keys

←

or

→

to select the menu you wish to access to make changes.



The menu is displayed on the scree

n.

► Select the option you want to change with the cursor keys

↑

or

↓

.

► Press the Enter key.
► Press the

ESC

key to exit the selected menu.

► For future reference, make a note

of the changes you have made (for example, in this manual).

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Exiting BIOS Setup Utility

BIOSSetupUtility

You nee d to select the desired option in the Exit menu and activate it by pressing the Enter key:

Exit Saving Changes - save chang

es and exit BIOS Setup Utility

► To save the current menu settings and exit the BI OS Setup Utility,selectExit Saving Changes and Yes .



The notebook is rebooted and the

new settings come into effect.

Exit Discarding Changes – Discard changes and
exit BIOS Setup Utility

► To discard the changes, select Exit Discarding Changes and Yes.



The settings in place when BIOS Setup Utility was called remain effective. BIOS
Setup Utility is terminated and the notebook is rebooted.

Load Setup D efaults – Copy Sta

ndard Entries

► To copy the standard entries for all menus of the BIOS Setup Utility,

choose Load Setup Defaults and Yes .

Discard Changes – Discard changes without exiting
the BIOS Setup Utility

► To discard the changes you have made, select Discard Changes and Ye s.



ThesettingsinplacewhenBIOS Setup Utility was called remain effective.
You can now make additional settings in the BIOS Setup Utility.

► If you want to exitBIOS Setup Utilitywith these settings, select Exit Saving Changes and Yes .

Save Changes - save changes without exiting
the BIOS Setup Utility

► To save the changes, select Save Changes and Ye s.



The changes are saved. You can now make additional settings in the BIOS Setup Utility.

► If you w ant to exit BIOS Setup Utility with these settings, choose Exit Saving Changes and Yes .

Save Changes and Power Off

► To save the changes and switch off your device, select Save Changes and Power Off and Yes .



The changes are saved. Your device is s hut down.

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Troubleshooting and tips

Troubleshooting and tips

TroubleshootingTipsFaultTroubleshooting

Refer to the safety information in the "Safety" manua l when
connecting or disconnecting cables.

If a fault occurs, try to correct it as described. If you fail to correct the problem, proce ed as follows:

► Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also

make a note of any error messages displayed.

► Switch the notebook off.
► Please contact the Hotline/Se rvice Desk.

You can find the telephone numbers in the service desk list. Please have
the following information ready when you call:

• The m odel name and serial nu mber

of the notebook. The serial number is

located on a sticker on the under

side of the notebook.

• Notes of any messages that appear on the screen and information on acoustic signals.

• Any changes you have made to the ha

rdware or software since

receiving the notebook.

• Any changes you have mad e t o th e BIOS Setup settings since receiving the notebook.

• Your system configuration an d all p

eripheral devices connected to your system.

• Your sales contract.

Our notebooks have been designed primarily with mobile applications in mind. This
means that considerable effort has been made to optimise components and equipment
in terms of weight, space and energy requirements. Depending on the particular
configuration you have purchased, it is possible that functionality may be slightly reduced
compared to a desktop PC if you are running processor-intensive gaming software, e.g.
games with intensive 3D graphics. Updating your hardware with drivers which h ave not
been approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may result in performance losses, data
losses or malfunction of the equipment. A list of approved drivers and current BIOS
versions can be downloaded from: "

http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/downloads.html"

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Help if problems occur

Should you at any time have a prob lem with your computer that you can’t solve
yourself, in many cases you can quickl y solve it by using the SystemDiagnostics
program which is pre-installed on your computer.

The SystemDiagnostics program is already installed on devices which were
delivered with a Windows operating system.

► To start the SystemDiagnost

ics program, click on Startsymbol - Program - Fujitsu - SystemDiagnostics.

► If a problem is found during a test run, the SystemDiagnostics program outputs

a code (e.g. DIFS-Code YXXX123456789123).

► Make a note of the output DIFS

code and the identity number of your device. The identity

number can be found on the typ

e rating plate on the back of the casing.

► For further clarification of the problem, contact the Service Desk for your country (see the Service

Desk list or visit the Internet at "

http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/servicedesk.html"). When you do

this, please have ready the identity number and serial number of your system and the DIFS c ode.

Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows

Harddisk:Operatingsystem,restoring

You can reinstall the operat

ing system with the "Windows Recovery CD" an d

the "Drivers & Utilities" C

D/DVD.

The instructions are provi

ded on the case of the Recovery CD.

During the reinstall proc

ess your personal files and any installed programs

will be deleted. We advise

youtobackupyourfiles to an external hard

drive, or CD / DVD disk befo

re you start.

► Switch the notebook on.



The following display briefly appears on the screen during start-up:

<ESC>Diagnostic screen <

F12>Boot Menu <F2>BIOS Setup

► When this message appears, press the function key

F12

.

► Insert the "Windows Recove

ry CD" into the optical drive.

► Select CD-ROM and press the Enter key.
► Follow the instructions on t

he screen.

After the installation you must install all the drivers again. Some installed hardware
components will not be correctly supported until this has been done.

► Insert the "Drivers & Utilit

ies" CD/DVD into the optical drive. The CD starts automatically.

► Click on the Desk Update button.
► Select A utoma tic driver inst

allation (Express) and click on Start installation.

► Follow the instructions on the screen.
► Restart your notebook when the

driver installation is completed.

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Troubleshooting and tips

The notebook’s date or time is in

correct

SummertimeTime,daylight s avingsTimenotcorrectTimenotcorrectIncorre ctdate/tim eDateisincorrectBufferbattery,load

Cause Troubleshooting

Time and date are incorrect. ► With the BIOS-Setup-Utility, you can set t

he

date and time in the main menu.

If the date and time are re peatedly incorrect when you switch on the noteb ook,
the built-in battery that supplies the internal clock has failed.

► Please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk.

When certain characters are entered on the
keyboard, only numerals are written

Abeepsoundseveryseco nd

Cause Troubleshooting

The virtual numeric keypad of your device is
activated, see "

Virtual numeric keypad", Page 23

► Press the

Num

key.

The notebook’s LCD screen rem

ains blank

LCDscreenLCDscreenist

oodark

Cause Troubleshooting

Monitor is switched off.

► Press a key or touch the touchpad.

External monitor or television set connected. ► Press the key combination to switch the

screen output, see "

Key combinations",

Page 24.

The LCD screen is difficult to read

LCDscreenLCDscree

n

Cause Troubleshooting

Reflected glare ► Turn the notebook or alter the tilt of the L CD

screen.

► Increase the brightness of the s

creen.

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The external monitor remains bl

ank

Monitor

Cause Troubleshooting

Monitor is switched off. ► Switch the external monitor on.

Power saving has been activated (monitor is
blank).

► Press any key to continue.

Brightness is set to d ark.

► Adjust the brightness of the monit

or.

Screen output is set to the notebook’s LCD
screen

► Press the key combination to swi

tch the

screen outpu t, see "

Key combina

tions",

Page 24.

The externa l monitor’s power ca

ble or data

cable is not connected properl

y.

► Switch off the e xternal monitor and the

notebook.

► Check whether the power cable is plugged

properly into the external monitor and into
the power socket.

► Check whether the data cable is properly

connected to the notebook and the external
monitor (if it is plugged in with a connector).

► Switch on the external monitor and th e

notebook.

The external monitor is blank or the image is unstable

ScreenMonitor

Cause Troubleshooting

The wrong external monitor has been selected
or the wrong screen resolution has been set for
the application program.

► Terminate the application program in

Windows by pressing

Alt

+

F4

.Ifthe
fault p ersists after closing the program, use
the key combination for switching the screen
output (see "

Key combinations", Page 24)to

switch over to the notebook’s LCD screen.
Change the following setting:

► Set the screen resolution: Set the screen

resolution as described in the documentation
for your operating system.

► Select monitor: Select monitor 1 or 2 as

described in the documentation for your
operating system.

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Troubleshooting and tips

The notebook cannot be started

Notebook

Cause Troubleshooting

The battery is not installed corre

ctly.

► Check whether the battery is installed

correctly in its compartment.

► Switch the notebook on.

The battery is dead.

► Charge the battery.

or

► Insert a charged battery.

or

► Connect the mains adapter to the

notebook.

The power adapter is not connected correctly.

► Check whether the mains adapter is

connected correctly to the notebook.

► Switch the notebook on.

The notebook stops working

NotebookEnergysavi ng mode

Cause Troubleshooting

Notebook is in energy saving mode. ► Leave energy saving mode.

An ap plication programme ha s caused the
malfunction.

► Close the application program or restart

the notebook (by restarting the operating
system or switching the device off and back
on again).

The battery is dead.

► Charge the battery.

or

► Insert a charged battery.

or

► Connect the mains adapter to the

notebook.

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The printer does not print

Printerdoesnotprint

Cause Troubleshooting

The printer is not switched on. ► Make sure that the printer is switc

hed

on and ready for operation (refer

to the

documentation supplied with the

printer).

The printer is not connected corr

ectly.

► Check that the d ata cable connecting

the notebook to the printer is properly
connected.

The printer driver is faulty or not correctly
installed, or it is the wrong printer driver.

► Check that the d ata cable connecting

the notebook to the printer is properly
connected.

► Check whether the correct printer driver is

loaded (refer to the printer documentation).

Theradioconnectiontoan

etwork does not work

Theradioconnecti

ontoanetworkdoes notwork

Cause Troubleshooting

The wireless component is di

sabled.

► Switch the radio component on (see

"

Switching the wireless components on and

off", Page 41).

The wireless component is enabled. Despite
this, the wireless connection to a network does
not work.

► Check whether the radio connection is

switched on via the software.

► Further information on using the radio

component can be found in the help files.

Acoustic warnings

Acousticer

rormessages

Errors

Cause

Troubleshooting

A beep sounds every few seconds

The battery is alm ost flat.

► Charge the battery.

Error messages on the screen

Errormessagesonthes creenErrormessage:

This section describes the error messages generated by the BIOS Setup. Error messages displayed
by the operating system or programmes are described in the relevant documentation.

If the error message ap pears repeatedly, despite troubleshooting measures, please
contact the place of purchase or our customer service centre.

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Error message/cause Resolution

CMOS battery bad

If the error message occurs repeatedly, the
buffer battery in the notebook is flat.

► Contact your sales outlet or our c

ustomer

service centre.

System CMOS checksum bad - d efault configura tion
used

The system configuration information is
incorrect.

► Switch the notebook off.
► Switch the notebook on.
► Press the function key

F2

to access t

he

BIOS Setup.

► In the BIO Setup, select the Exit menu.
► Select the entry Load Setup Defau

lts.

► Select OK and press the En ter key.

Extended memory failed at offset: xxxx Failing Bits:
zzzz zzzz

When testing th e extended memory an error has
resulted at the address xxxx.

► Check whether the additional memory

module has been inserted correctly.

Failure Fixed Disk n

The settings of the hard disk drive are incorrect.

► Start the BIOS Setup (Primary Master

submenu) and select the c orrect settings.

Keyboard controller error

► Switch the n otebook off with the ON/OFF

switch.

► Wait 3 - 5 seconds and switch on the

notebook again.

Keyboard error

If you are using an external keyboard:

► Check the connection and reboot the

notebook.

nn Stuck key

► Make sure that no key is pressed.

Operating system not found

► Check in the BIOS Setup whether

your hard

disk has been set correctly.

► Make sure that the operating system is

installed on the corresponding drive.

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP

This error message appears if an error occurs
during the self-test before starting the operat ing
system.

► Press the

F1

function ke y to start the

operating system.

► Press the function key

F2

to access the

BIOS Setup.

Previous boot incomplete - Default configura tio n
used Due to an error during the previous system

boot, default values were used for c ertain
settings. Check the settings in the BIOS Setup.

► Press the

F1

function key when prompted

to do so.

Real time clock error

► Contact your sales outlet or our customer

service centre.

nnnnK Shadow RAM failed at offset: xxxx Failing
Bits: zzzz

► Contact your sales outlet or our customer

service centre.

System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP

► Contact your sales outlet or our customer

service centre.

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Error message/cause Resolution

System cache error - Cache disabled

► Contact your sales outlet or our c

ustomer

service centre.

System timer error

► Contact your sales outlet or our customer

service centre.

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Technical data

Technical data

Technicaldata

LIFEBOOK

Technicaldata

Ambient conditions

Environment class 3K2

DIN IEC 721

Mechanical class 7M2

DIN IEC 721

Temperature:

Operation 5 °C ... 35 °C

Transportation

-15 °C ... 60 °C

Dimensions

Width x depth x height (front/back) 378 mm x 250 mm x 29.2/36.5 mm

Weight (including 6-cell rechargeable battery)

Approx. 2.5 kg

The data sheet for the device provides further technica l data. You will find the data
sheet on your device or on the Internet at "

http://ts.fujitsu.com/support".

Rechargeable battery

You ca n find information on the batteries used in your device on the
Internet at "

http://ts.fujitsu.com/support".

6-cell rechargeable battery

Rated voltage 10.8 V

Rated capacity

4400 mAh (48 Wh)

Mains adapter 80W

Techn ic

aldata

Primary

Rated voltage

100 V to 240 V (automatic)

Rated frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic)

Secondary

Rated voltage 19 V

Max. rated current 4.22 A

An ad ditional mains adapter or power cable can be ordered at any time.

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Manufacturer’s notes

Energy Star

Devices which are certified according to the Energy Star environmental
mark help to save money and reduce the emission of greenhouse gases.

Power Management setti ngs on delivery:

• Monitor switched off after < 15 m inutes of inactivity

• Automatic activation of energy saving mode (ACPI S3): < 30 minutes
of inactivity

Detailed information about the requirements of the "Energy Star"
environmental mark and t he products which satisfy these requirements
can be found on the Internet at "

https://www.energystar.gov/".

Disposal and recycling

Notes

Information about this subject can be fo und on your notebook or on our Internet pages.

Declarations of Conformity

Declarationofconformity

The "Declarations of Conformity" concerning the device can be found at our
Internet address: "

http://ts.fujitsu.com".

Fujitsu Technology Solutions hereby declares that your device is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

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Manufacturer’s notes

CE marking

CEmarking

CE marking for devices with radio component

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC of the
European Parliament and Commission from 9 March, 1999 governing Radio
and Telecommunications Equipment and mutual recognition of conformity.

This equipment can be used in the following countries:

Belgium Bulgaria Denmark

Germany

Estonia Finland France

Greece

UK Ireland Iceland Italy

Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg

Malta The

Netherlands

Norway Austria

Poland Portugal Rumania

Sweden

Switzerland Slovakia Slovenia Spain

Czech Republic

Hungary

Cyprus

Contact the corresponding government office in the respective country for
current information on possible op erating restrictions. If your country is
not included in the list, then please contact the corresponding supervisory
authority as to whether the use of this product is permitted in your country.

Regulatory notices

If there is no FCC logo and also no FCC ID on the device then this device is
not approved by the Federal Commun ications Commission (FCC) of the USA.
Although it is not explicitly forbidden to travel in the US trading area carrying this
device, to avoid tro uble at c ustoms clearance, Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH
recommends not to bring this device into the US trading area.

Regulatory information for notebooks without radio device

Regulatoryinformation

NOTICE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions
could void this user’s authority to operate the equipm ent.

Notice to Users of Radios and Television

These limits are designed to p rovid e reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate r adio 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 doe s cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and o n, 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.

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• 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.

Notice to Users of the US Telephone Network

Your notebook may be supplied with an internal modem which complies with Part 68 of the
FCC rules. On this notebook is a label that contains the F CC Registration Number and the
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment among other information. If requested,
the user must provide their telephone company with the following information:

1. The telephone number to which the notebook is connected.

2. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment.

3. The equipment requires a standard mod ular jack type USOC RJ-11C
which is FCC Part 68 compliant.

4. The FCC Registration Number.

This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephon e network or premises wiring using
a standard modular jack type USOC RJ-11C which is FCC Part 68 compliant and a line cord
between the modem and the telephone network with a minimum of 26AWG.

The REN is use d to determine the numbe r of devices that you may connect to your telephone
line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. Too many devices
on one line may result in failure to ring in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all,
areas the sum of the RENs of all of the devices should n ot exceed five (5). To be certain
of the num ber of devices you may connect to your line, as determined by the RENs, contact
your local telephone company. If this equipment causes harm to th e telephone network, your
telephone company may discontinue your servic e temporarily. If po ssible, they will notify you
in advance. If advance notice is not practical they will notify you as soon as possible. You
will also be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

This fax modem also complies with fax branding requirements per FCC Part 68.

Your telephone company will probably ask you to disconnect this equipment from the telepho ne
network until t he problem is corrected and you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
This equipment may not be used on coin-operated telephones provided by your telephone
company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. Contact your state’s public utility
commission, public service commission or c orpo ration commission for more information.

This equipment includes automatic dialing capability. When programming and/or
making test calls to emergency numbers:

• Remain on t he line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.

• Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.

FCC rules prohibit the use of non-hearing aid compatible telephones in the
following locations or applications:

• All public or semi-public coin-operated or credit card telephones.

• Elevators, highways, tunnels (automobile, subway, railroad or pedestrian) where a
person with impaired hearing might be isolated in an emergency.

• Places where telephones are s pecifically installed to alert emergency authorities
such as fire, police or medical assistance personnel.

• Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities, convalescent homes and prisons.

• Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies.

• Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise.

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Manufacturer’s notes

• Public transp ortation terminals where telephones are used to call taxis or
to reserve lodging or rental cars.

• In hotel and motel rooms as at least ten percent of th e rooms must contain hearing
aid-compatible telephones or jacks for plug-in hearing aid compatible telephones wh ich
will be provided to hearing impaired cust omers on request.

DOC (Industry CANADA) notices

DOC(INDUSTRYCANADA)NOTICES

Notice to Users of Radios and Te

levision

This Class B digital apparatus m

eets all requirements of Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulations.

CET appareil numérique de la cla

ss B respecte toutes les exigence du Réglement

sur le matérial brouilleur du C

anada.

Notice to Users of t he Canadia

n Telephone Network

NOTICE:

This equipment meets the appli

cable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical

Specifications. This is confirm

ed by the registration number. T he abbreviation, IC, before

the registration number sign

ifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of

Conformity indicating that I

ndustry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not

imply that Industry Canada a

pproved the equipment. Before connecting this equipment to

a telephone line the user sho

uld ensure that it is permissible to connect this equipment to

the local telecommunicat

ion facilities. The user should be aware that compliance with the

certification standards d

oes not prevent service deg radation in some situations.

Repairs to telecommunica

tion equipment should be made by a Canadian authorised

maintenance facility. An

y repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or

any equipment failures ma

y give the telecommunication company cause to request the

user to disconnect the eq

uipment from the telephone line.

NOTICE:

The Ringer Equivalence N

umber (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.0. The REN assigned

to each terminal equipme

nt pro vides an indication of the maximum number of terminals

allowed to be connected

to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may

consist of any combinat

ion of devices subject only to the requirement that the s um of the

Ringer Equivalence Num

bers of all the devices does not exceed five.

CAUTION:

For safety, users shou

ld ensure that the electrical ground of the power utility, the

telephone lines and t

he metallic water pipes are connected together. Users should NOT

attempttomakesuchc

onnections themselves but should contact the appropriate electric

inspection authori

ty or electrician. This may be particularly important in rural areas.

Avis Aux Utilisateurs Du Réseau Téléphonique Canadien

AVIS : Le présent matériel est conforme aux spécifications techniques d’Industrie Canada
applicables au matériel terminal. Cette conformité est confirmée par le numéro d’enregistrement.
Le sigle IC, placé devant le numéro d’enregistrement, signifie qu e l’enregistrement s’est effectué
conformément à une déclaration de conformité et indique que les spécifications techniques
d’Industrie Canada ont été respectées. Il n’implique pas qu’Industrie Canada a approuvé le matériel.

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Avant de connecter cet équipement à une ligne téléphonique, l’utilisateur doit vérifier
s’il est permis de connecter cet équipement aux installations de télécommunications
locales. L’utilisateur est averti que m ême la conformité aux normes de certification ne
peut dans certains cas empêcher la dégradation du service.

Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être effectuées par u n service de
maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation o u modification, qui n’est pas expressément
approuvée par Fujitsu, ou tou te défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de
télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.

AVIS : L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) du présent matériel est de 0.0. L’IES
assigné à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de terminaux qui peuvent
être raccord és à une interface téléphonique. La terminaison d’une interface peut consister
en une combinaison quelconque de dispositifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices
d’équivalence de la sonnerie de tous les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.

AVERTISSEMENT:

Pour assurer la sécurité, les u tilisateurs doivent vérifier que la prise de terre du service
d’électricité, les lignes télphon iques et les conduites d’eau métalliques sont connectées
ensemble. Les utilisateurs NE doivent PAS tenter d’établir ces connexions eux-mêmes,
mais doivent contacter les services d’inspection d’installations électriques appropriés
ou un électricien. Ceci peut être particulièrement important en régions rurales.

UL Notice

This unit requires an A

C adapter to operate. Only use a UL Listed Class 2 adapter.

The correct output rat

ing is indicated on the AC adapter label. Refer to the illustration

below for the correct A

C Adapter output polarity:

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire, use only 26AWG or larger telecommunications line cord.

For Authorized Rep air Technicians Only

CAUTION:

For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with the
same type and rating fuse.

WARNING:

Danger of explosi

on if Lithium (CMOS) battery is incorrectly replaced . Replace only

with the same or eq

uivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.

Dispose of used ba

tteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

FCC Regulatory information for notebooks w ith radio device

Regulatoryinformation

Federal Communica tio ns Commission statement

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Manufacturer’s notes

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 interferen ce 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 to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measu res:

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 th e one the receiver is connected to.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Please note the following r egulatory information related to the optional radio device.

FCC Radio Frequency Exposure statement

This radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C and found compliant with the
requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF
Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiated o utput power of this radio device is far below
the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner
that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. W hen using this device, a
certain separation distance between antenna and nearby p ersons must be maintained to ensure RF
exposure compliance. In order to comply with RF e xposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1
standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20 cm (8 inches).

Regulatory Notes and Statements

Radio device, health and authorisation for use

Radio-frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from the wireless devices. The energy levels
of these emissions, however, are far much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from
wireless devices such as mob ile phones. Radio devices are safe for use by consumers because
they operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations.

The use of the radio 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 radio 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 equipment.

Regulatory Information/Disclaimers

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Manufacturer’s notes

Installation and use of this radio 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 m ay void the user’s authority to operate
the e quip m ent. The manufacture r is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by u nauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution o r 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 a ssume no liability for any damage
or violation of government regulations arising from fa ilure t o comply with these guidelines.

Export restrictions

This product or software contains encryption code which m ay 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 co nditions:

(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 authorised by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may
invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment.

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Index

Index

A

A beep sounds every second 60
Acoustic error messages 63
Alt+Tab 19
Anti-theft protection 37
Audio devices, connecting 45
Audio ports 45

B

Back tab 19
Backspace 15
Bass loudspeaker (subwoofer) 33
Battery

battery life 24
caring for and maintaining 2 4
charge level 24, 29
charging 24
self-discharge 24
storage 24

Battery indicator 13
Battery status indicator

see Battery indicator 13

Battery status meter 24
Battery symbol

see Battery indicator 13

BIOS Setup Utility

calling 56
exiting 57
operating 56
protecting with password 38
settings 56

Bluetooth

Switching the module off 35
Switching the module on 35

Bluetooth, safety notes 6
Board 46
Buffer battery, load 60
Buttons 14

C

Caps Lock 16

indicator 13

CD/DVD indic ator 27
CD/DVD:

manual emergency removal 28

CE marking 68
Charging capacity, battery 24
Cleaning 8
Components

installing / removing 46

Configuration, BIOS Setup Utility 56
Connecting audio devices 45
Connecting headphones 45
Crystal View display

cleaning 8
Ctrl+Alt+Del 19
Cursor control keys 16
Cursor keys 16

D

Date is incorrect 60
Declaration of conformity 67
Device

setting up 10
Devices

connecting 41

disconnecting 41
DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES 70
Drive

indicator 13

E

Emergency removal of data carrier 28
Energy

energy saving 7
Energy saving 7
Energy saving mode

leaving 62
Enter 15
Enter key 15
Error message:

on the screen 63
Error messages on the screen 63
Errors

Acoustic warnings 63
ESD 46
Ethernet LAN 36
ExpressCard 32

F

Fault

correction 58
First-time setup 9
Fn key 16
Fn+F10 19
Fn+F3 18
Fn+F4 18
Fn+F5 18
Fn+F6 19

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Fn+F7 19
Fn+F8 19
Fn+F9 19

G

Getting started 9

H

Handling

data carriers 26

Hard disk

removing 54

Hard disk:

restoring the contents 59
Hardware configuration 56
HDMI port 43

I

Important notes 6
Incorrect date/time 60
Indicator

Caps Lock 13

drive 13

Num Lock 13
Inserting

a data carrier 27

K

Kensington MicroSaver 37
Key combinations 18
Keyboard 14

cleaning 8

L

LCD screen

cleaning 8

decrease brightness 19

difficult to read 60

notes 22

reflected glare 60

remains blank 60
LCD screen is too dark 60
Life, battery 24
Line feed 15
Loudspeakers 33

switch off 18

switch on 18

M

Main memory

see Adding memory 47

Mains adapter

connecting 10

setting up 10
Manual removal of data carrier 28
Mechanical backup 37
Memory card

handling 30

inserting 30

removing 31
Memory expansion

installing 49

removing 48
Memory module

important notes 47

installing 49

removing 48
Microphone 33
Microphone, connecting 45
Mobile operation 7
Monitor

connecting 42

drifting display 61

remains blank 61
Monitor port

see VGA connection socket 42

N

Notebook

before you travel 7

cannot be started 62

cleaning 8

stops working 62

switching off 14

transporting 7– 8

using 12
Notebook, operation 12
Notes 6

boards 46

cleaning 8

disposal / recycling 67

energy saving 7

LCD screen 22

Safety 6

transport 7
Num Lock

indicator 13, 17–18
Numeric keypad 14

see Separate numeric keypad 18

see Virtual numeric keypad 17

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O

Operating system

activating system protection 39
cancel system protection 39

protecting with password 39
Operating system, restoring 59
Optical drive 26

P

Packaging 9
Password

changing 38

entering 38

removing 39
Password protection 37
Password protection:

hard disk 39
Peripheral devices

connecting 41

disconnecting 41
Power

power consumption 29

power-management features 29
Power indicator 13
Preparing for operation 10
Printer does not print 63

R

Radio component:

safety notes 6
Rechargeable battery 24

see Battery 24
Regulatory information

notebooks with radio device 71

Notebooks without radio device 68
Removing

a data carrier 27
Removing memory

see Adding memory 47
Return 15

S

Safety notes 6
Screen

no screen display 61
Screen brightness

decrease 19

increase 19
Screen port

see VGA connection socket 42
Security functions 37
Selecting a location 10

Self-discharge, battery 24
Separate numeric keypad 18
Servicing 46
Setup

see BIOS Setup Utility 56
Shift 16
Shift key 16
Shift+Tab 19
Slot

ExpressCard 32

Memory cards 30
Standby indicator 13
Start key 16
Status indicators 12
Summer time 60
Supervisor password

changing 38

entering 38

removing 39
Switching on

the notebook 14
Switchingonforthefirst time 11
System configuration 56
System expansion 47

see Adding memory 47
System settings, BIOS Setup Utility 56

T

Ta b key 15
Technical data 66

Mains adapter 66

notebook 66
The radio connection to a network does

not work 63
Time not correct 60
Time, daylight savings 60
Tips 58
To ggle output screen 19
To uchpad 18, 20

buttons 20

cleaning 8

dragging items 21

executing commands 2 1

moving the po inter 20

selecting an item 20

switch off 18
To uch pad buttons 18
Transport

Transport damage 9
Transportation 7–8
Travel, notebook 7
Troubleshooting 58

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U

USB ports 44
User password

changing 38
entering 38
removing 39

Using a Kensington Lock 37

V

VGA connection socket 42
Virtual numeric keypad 17
Volume

decrease 19
increase 19

Volume control 33

W

Webcam 23
Wireless components

switch off 18
switch on 18

Wireless LAN

Switching the module off 35
Switchingthemoduleon 35

Wireless LAN:

safety notes 6

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