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The P3010 LifeBook from Fujitsu is a small yet powerful computer, perfect for networking. It is powered
by an AMD Athlon™ Neo MV-40 processor and integrated AMD RS780MN chipset. The notebook has
a built-in 11.6” wide SVGA color display with LED backlight.
This manual explains how to operate your P3010 notebook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your
P3010 notebook comes with Windows® 7 Home Premium Edition pre-installed.
Conventions Used in the Guide
Keyboard and on-screen keys appear in brackets. Example: [Fn], [F1], [ESC], [ENTER] and [CTRL].
Pages with additional information about a specific topic are cross-referenced within the text.
For example: (“See Installation Procedure on page 43”.) Note that all cross-references are linked to the
referenced items, so by clicking the link, you will automatically go to the referenced item or page.
On-screen menu items appear in bold. Example: “Click Object Properties and select your choice”.
THE INFORMATION ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT WILL ENHANCE YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF
THE SUBJECT MATERIAL
.
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THE CAUTION ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT IS IMPORTANT TO THE SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR
COMPUTER
CAREFULLY
T
HE WARNING ICON HIGHLIGHTS INFORMATION THAT CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO EITHER YOU, YOUR
NOTEBOOK
, OR TO THE INTEGRITY OF YOUR FILES. PLEASE READ ALL CAUTION INFORMATION
.
, OR YOUR FILES. PLEASE READ ALL WARNING INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
Fujitsu Contact Information
Service and Support
You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways:
Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support
representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:
• Product name
• Product configuration number
• Product serial number
• Purchase date
• Conditions under which the problem occurred
• Any error messages that have occurred
• Type of device connected, if any
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- About This Guide
Fujitsu Shopping Online
You can go directly to the online by going to the website at: www.shopfujitsu.com.
YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE INTERNET CONNECTION TO USE THE ONLINE URL LINKS.
Limited Warranty
Your P3010 notebook is backed by a Fujitsu International Limited Warranty. Check the service kit that
came with your notebook for the Limited Warranty period and terms and conditions.
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- About This Guide
Chapter 1
Overview
Getting to Know Your Notebook
This section describes the
components of your Fujitsu P3010
LifeBook notebook. We strongly
recommend that you read it before
using your notebook – even if you
are already familiar with notebook
computers.
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Figure 1. Fujitsu P3010 LifeBook
Locating the Controls and Connectors
Connectors and peripheral interfaces on the P3010 notebook allow you to connect a variety of devices.
Specific locations are illustrated in Figures 2 through 5. The table below provides a short description of
each icon on the P3010 notebook. Each of the icons is either molded into or printed on the notebook
chassis.
ConnectionNotebook
Purpose
Icon
DC in connectorConnect an external power source such as the AC adapter or auto/airline
adapter.
Secure Digital/
mory Stick
Me
(SD/MS) Slot
USB PortsConnect Universal Serial Bus 2.0 or 1.1 compliant devices to the
Microphone Jack
Headphone JackConnect stereo headphones or powered external speakers. The internal
Security lock slotThe security slot allows you to secure the notebook using compatible
The Secure Digital/Memory Stic
flash memory card for data storage. Flash memory cards allow you to
transfer data to and from a variety of different digital devices.
notebook.
Connect an external microphone. The internal microphone is disabled
whe
n you plug in an external microphone. The same icon is used for the
internal microphone.
eaker is disabled when you plug in external headphones or powered
sp
speakers.
cking devices.
lo
k (SD/MS) card slot allows you to install a
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ConnectionNotebook
Icon
Purpose
Suspend/ Resume
button
Local Area
ork (LAN)
Netw
Battery Release
tch
La
Wireless LAN
On-Off Switch
External Video
rt
po
The Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend notebook activity
without powering off, resume your notebook from suspend mode, and
power on the system when it has been shut down from Windows.
The LAN (RJ-45) jack is used to connect the internal 10/100 Base-T/Tx
Et
hernet to a Local Area Network (LAN) in your office or home, or
broadband devices such as a cable modem, DSL, or satellite Internet.
The battery release latch allows you to remove the battery from your
syst
em for storage or replacement.
The wireless LAN switch allows you to turn power to the optional wireless
LAN device on and off.
The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD
projector to your computer.
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
1.3 Megapixel Web Camera
Built-in Microphone
Display Panel
Power/Suspend/
Resume Button
Status Indicator Panel
Touchpad Pointing Device
Keyboard
Figure 2. P3010 LifeBook with display open
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Front and Display Components
The following is a brief description of your notebook’s front and display features.
Web Camera
The 1.3 megapixel web camera allows you to take pictures of yourself to send over the internet. For
information on using the camera, see the documentation associated with the ArcSoft WebCam Companion
application.
Built-in Microphone
The built-in microphone allows you to input mono audio.
Display Panel
The display panel is a color LCD panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics and touch
screen functionality.
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
The Power/Suspend/Resume button allows you to suspend system activity without powering off, resume
your system from standby mode, and power on your system when it has been shut down from the
Windows operating system. See “Power On” on page 43.
Keyboard
A full-function keyboard with dedicated Windows keys. See “Keyboard” on page 33.
Status Indicator Panel
There are two Status Indicator Panels that display symbols corresponding to specific components of your
P3010 notebook. See “Status Indicator Panel” on page 28.
Touchpad Pointing Device
The Touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with a right button, a left button, and a cursor
control pad. See “Touchpad Pointing Device” on page 36.
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USB 2.0 Port
Air Vents
External Video Port
DC Power Jack
Figure 3. P3010 Lifebook left-side panel
Left-Side Panel Components
The following is a brief description of your notebook’s left-side components.
USB 2.0 Ports
The three USB 2.0 ports (one on the left side, two on the right side) allow you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480 Mbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices,
which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps. See “Universal Serial Bus Ports” on page 65.
Air Vents
The air vents allow proper air circulation to ensure that the system does not overheat.
TO PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, BE SURE TO
KEEP ALL AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED
PERIODIC CLEANING
, DEPENDING UPON THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE SYSTEM IS USED.
, CLEAN, AND CLEAR OF DEBRIS. THIS MAY REQUIRE
D
O NOT OPERATE THE NOTEBOOK IN AREAS WHERE THE AIR VENTS CAN BE OBSTRUCTED, SUCH AS IN
TIGHT ENCLOSURES OR ON SOFT SURFACES LIKE A BED OR CUSHION
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
.
External Video Port
The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. See “External Video
Port” on page 65.
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack allows you to plug in the AC adapter or the optional Auto/Airline adapter to power
your system and charge the internal Lithium ion Battery.
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
LAN (RJ-45) Jack
Anti-Theft Lock Slot
USB 2.0 Ports
Microphone Jack
Headphone Jack
Secure Digital/
Memory Stick Card Slot
Figure 4. P3010 LifeBook right-side panel
Right-Side Panel Components
The following is a brief description of your notebook’s right-side components.
LAN (RJ-45) Port
The internal LAN (RJ-45) port is used for an internal 10/100 Base-Tx Ethernet. See “Universal Serial Bus
Ports” on page 65.
Anti-theft Lock Slot
The anti-theft lock slot allows you to attach a optional physical lock-down device.
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
USB 2.0 Ports
The three USB 2.0 ports (one on the left side, two on the right side) allow you to connect Universal Serial
Bus devices. USB 2.0 transfers data at up to 480 Mbps and is backward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices,
which transfer data at up to 12 Mbps. See “Universal Serial Bus Ports” on page 65.
Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. See “Microphone Jack” on
page 65.
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect stereo headphones or powered external speakers. See “External
Video Port” on page 65.
Secure Digital/Memory Stick Card Slot
The Secure Digital/Memory Stick (SD/MS) card slot allows you to insert a flash memory card for data
storage. Flash memory cards allow you to transfer data to and from a variety of different digital devices.
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Battery Latches
Lithium ion Battery
Air Vents
(various locations)
Memory
Upgrade
Compartment
Stereo Speaker
Bottom Components
The following is a brief description of your notebook’s bottom panel components.
Battery Latches
The battery latches are used to secure the Lithium ion battery in the battery bay.
Figure 5. P3010 LifeBook bottom panel
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Dust Filter
Stereo Speaker
Lithium ion Battery Bay
The battery compartment contains the Lithium ion battery. The battery should be removed when the
computer is stored over a long period of time or for swapping a discharged battery with a charged Lithium
ion battery. See “Lithium ion Battery” on page 53.
Air Vents
The air vents allow air to circulate through the system to cool down the components.
TO PROTECT YOUR NOTEBOOK FROM DAMAGE AND TO OPTIMIZE SYSTEM PERFORMANCE, BE SURE TO
KEEP ALL AIR ALL VENTS UNOBSTRUCTED
PERIODIC CLEANING
D
O NOT OPERATE THE NOTEBOOK IN AREAS WHERE THE AIR VENTS CAN BE OBSTRUCTED, SUCH AS IN
TIGHT ENCLOSURES OR ON SOFT SURFACES LIKE A BED OR CUSHION
, DEPENDING UPON THE ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH THE SYSTEM IS USED.
, CLEAN, AND CLEAR OF DEBRIS. THIS MAY REQUIRE
.
Dust Filter
Stereo Speakers
The speakers allows you to listen to stereo sound from your system.
Memory Upgrade Compartment
Your notebook comes with high speed DDR2 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM). The memory
upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your system, hence improving
overall performance. See “Memory Upgrade Module” on page 58.
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- Locating the Controls and Connectors
Battery
Charge/
Power
Indicator
DC In
Status Indicator Panel
The status indicators display symbols that correspond to specific components of your notebook. (Figure 6)
The symbols show how each of those components is operating. Note that there are two locations that
contain status indicators: above the keyboard and on the front edge of the notebook.
Hard
Drive
Access
CapsLock
Figure 6. Status Indicator Panel
NumLock
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Power Indicator
The Power indicator symbol located on the power button shows whether your system is operational. When
it is solid blue, it means that there is power to your computer and that it is ready for use.
Battery Charge/DC-In Indicator
Depending upon whether you have an AC adapter connected or not, the battery indicator will appear in a
variety of colors and states.
AC Adapter connected...
Solid blueCharge complete
Solid orangeCharging in process
Purple, blinkingBattery malfunction
No AC Adapter connected...
Orange, blinkingBattery is charged 12% or less.
Purple, blinkingBattery malfunction
OffBattery charge between 13% and 100%
Battery completely discharged
No battery installed
Table 1. Battery indicator states
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BATTERIES SUBJECTED TO SHOCKS, VIBRATION OR EXTREME TEMPERATURES CAN BE PERMANENTLY
DAMAGED
.
Hard Drive Access Indicator
The Hard Drive Access indicator lights green when your internal hard drive is being accessed.
CapsLock Indicator
The CapsLock indicator shows that your keyboard is set to type in all capital letters.
NumLk Indicator
The NumLk indicator shows that the integral keyboard is set in ten-key numeric keypad mode.
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Display Panel
Your Fujitsu notebook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments.
Opening the Display Panel
Lift the display backwards, being careful not to touch the screen with your fingers, until it is at a
comfortable viewing angle. (Figure 2)
Display Cover
Figure 2. Opening the Display Panel
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- Display Panel
Adjusting Display Panel Brightness
Once you have turned on your system, you may want to adjust the brightness level of the screen to a more
comfortable viewing level. There are two ways to adjust the brightness: keyboard and power management
utility.
NOTE THAT WHEN YOU CHANGE THE DISPLAY SETTINGS, THE CHANGES WILL BE RETAINED AFTER
SLEEP AND RESTART
.
Using the Keyboard to Adjust Brightness
Use the following key combinations to adjust the screen brightness:
• [Fn+F6]: Pressing repeatedly will lower the brightness of your display.
• [Fn+F7]: Pressing repeatedly will increase the brightness of the display.
Using Power Management to Adjust Brightness
To adjust brightness with the power management utility, click Start > Control Panel (Classic View) >
Brightness Control. Set the screen brightness slider for battery and AC power scenarios.
I
F USING AC POWER, YOUR BRIGHTNESS SETTING IS SET TO ITS HIGHEST LEVEL BY DEFAULT. IF USING
BATTERY POWER
, YOUR BRIGHTNESS SETTING IS SET TO APPROXIMATELY MID-LEVEL BY DEFAULT.
T
HE HIGHER THE BRIGHTNESS LEVEL, THE MORE POWER THE NOTEBOOK WILL CONSUME AND THE
FASTER YOUR BATTERIES WILL DISCHARGE
BRIGHTNESS IS SET AS LOW AS POSSIBLE
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- Display Panel
. FOR MAXIMUM BATTERY LIFE, MAKE SURE THAT THE
.
Keyboard
Function Keys
ECO
Back
Space
Fn Key
Start Key
Numeric Keypad
(surrounded by heavy line)
Figure 3. Keyboard
Application Key
Cursor Keys
Using the Keyboard
Your P3010 notebook has an integral 84-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a
101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys. This section describes
the following keys. (Figure 3)
• Numeric keypad: Your system allows certain keys to serve dual purposes, both as standard
characters and as numeric and mathematical keys. The ability to toggle between the standard
character and numerical keys is controlled through the [NumLk] key.
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- Keyboard
• Cursor keys: Your keyboard contains four arrow keys for moving the cursor or insertion point to
the right, left, up, or down within windows, applications and documents.
• Function keys: The keys labeled [F1] through [F11/F12], are used to produce special actions that
vary depending on what program is running. They are also used in conjunction with the [Fn] key to
perform certain tasks, as detailed below under “Function Keys”.
• Windows keys: These keys work with your Windows operating system and function the same as
the onscreen Start menu button, or the right button on your pointing device.
Numeric Keypad
Certain keys on the keyboard perform dual functions as both standard character keys and numeric keypad
keys. NumLk can be activated by pressing the [NumLk] key. Turning off the NumLk feature is done the
same way. Once this feature is activated you can enter numerals 0 through 9, perform addition ( + ),
subtraction ( - ), multiplication ( * ), or division ( / ), and enter decimal points ( . ) using the keys designated
as ten-key function keys. The keys in the numeric keypad are marked on the front edge of the key to
indicate their secondary functions. (Figure 3)
Windows Keys
Your P3010 notebook has two Windows keys: a Start key and an Application key. The Start key displays
the Start menu. This button functions the same as your onscreen Start menu button. The Application key
functions the same as your right mouse button and displays shortcut menus for the selected item. (Please
refer to your Windows documentation for additional information regarding the Windows keys.) (Figure 3)
Cursor Keys
The cursor keys are the four arrow keys on the keyboard which allow you to move the cursor up, down,
left and right in applications. In programs such as Windows Explorer, it moves the “focus” (selects the
next item up, down, left, or right).
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- Keyboard
Function Keys
Your notebook has 11 function keys, F1 through F11/F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for
each application.
• [Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off.
• [Fn +F4]: Pressing [F4] while holding [Fn] allows you to toggle the mouse on and off.
• [Fn+F6]: Pressing [F6] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will lower the brightness of your display.
Note that adjusting the brightness using the keyboard changes the system setting.
• [Fn+F7]: Pressing [F7] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the brightness of the display.
• [Fn+F8]: Pressing [F8] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your system.
• [Fn+F9]: Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding [Fn] will increase the volume of your system.
• [Fn+F10]: Pressing [F10] while holding [Fn] allows you to change your selection of where to send
your display video. Each time you press the combination of keys you will step to the next choice.
The choices, in order, are: built-in display panel only, external monitor only, and both built-in
display panel and external monitor.
• [Fn +F11]: Pressing [F11] while holding the [Fn] (ECO) key will help to extend system power by
reducing the LCD brightness, shutting down the optical drive, and enabling the hard disk drive’s
auto power off mode.
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- Keyboard
Touchpad Pointing Device
Left Button
Right Button
Cursor Control
Figure 4. Touchpad pointing device
The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your Fujitsu notebook. It is used to control the movement
of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The Touchpad is composed of a cursor control, a left
button and a right button. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor
around the display. It only requires light pressure with the tip of your finger. The left and right buttons
function the same as mouse buttons. The actual functionality of the buttons may vary depending on the
application that is being used.
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- Touchpad Pointing Device
AN EXTERNAL MOUSE CAN BE CONNECTED TO THE USB PORTS ON YOUR NOTEBOOK AND USED
SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH THE
MOUSE CONNECTED THE
SPECIFICATIONS IN YOUR
TOUCHPAD. HOWEVER, IF YOU BOOT THE SYSTEM WITH AN EXTERNAL
TOUCHPAD WILL BE DISABLED OR ENABLED DEPENDING ON THE
BIOS SETTINGS. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 44.
Clicking
Clicking means pushing and releasing a button. To
left-click, move the cursor to the item you wish to
select, press the left button once, and then immediately
release it. To right-click, move the mouse cursor to the
item you wish to select, press the right button once,
and then immediately release it. You also have the
option to perform the clicking operation by tapping
lightly on the Touchpad once.
Figure 5. Clicking with button
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Figure 6. Clicking with Touchpad
Double-Clicking
Double-clicking means pushing and releasing the left
button twice in rapid succession. This procedure does
not function with the right button. To double-click,
move the cursor to the item you wish to select, press the
left button twice, and immediately release it. You can
also perform the double-click operation by tapping
lightly on the Touchpad twice.
Figure 7. Double-clicking with button
Figure 8. Double-clicking with Touchpad
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Dragging
Dragging means pressing and holding the left button,
while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to
the item you wish to move. Press and hold the left
button while moving the item to its new location and
then release it. Dragging can also be done using the
Touchpad. First, tap the Touchpad twice over the item
you wish to move making sure to leave your finger on
the pad after the final tap. Next, move the object to its
new location by moving your finger across the
Touchpad, and then release your finger.
Figure 9. Dragging
Touchpad Control Adjustment
The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within
the Mouse Properties dialog box.
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Volume Control
Your Fujitsu notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other.
Controlling the Volume
The volume can be controlled in several different ways:
• Volume can be set from within the Volume Control in the Notification Area at the bottom right of
your screen.
• Volume can be controlled with the [F8] and [F9] functions keys. Pressing [F8] repeatedly while
holding [Fn] will decrease the volume of your notebook. Pressing [F9] repeatedly while holding
[Fn] will increase the volume of your notebook.
• Volume can be changed by opening the Control Panel and selecting Windows Mobility Center.
From there, you can either mute or adjust the sound in the Volume area.
• Volume can be controlled by many volume controls that are set within individual applications.
ANY SOFTWARE THAT CONTAINS AUDIO FILES WILL ALSO CONTAIN A VOLUME CONTROL OF ITS OWN. IF
YOU INSTALL AN EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICE THAT HAS AN INDEPENDENT VOLUME CONTROL
HARDWARE VOLUME CONTROL AND THE SOFTWARE VOLUME CONTROL WILL INTERACT WITH EACH
. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT IF YOU SET YOUR SOFTWARE VOLUME TO OFF, YOU WILL OVERRIDE
OTHER
THE EXTERNAL VOLUME CONTROL SETTING
.
, THE
• Certain external audio devices you might connect to your system may have hardware volume
controls.
Each source discussed above puts an upper limit on the volume level that must then be followed by
the other sources. We recommend that you experiment with the various volume controls to discover
the optimal sound level.
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Chapter 2
Getting Started with Your Notebook
DC Power Jack
AC Adapter
AC Cable
Figure 10. Connecting the AC Adapter
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Power Sources
Your Fujitsu notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or
an optional Auto/Airline adapter.
Connecting the Power Adapters
The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and
charging the batteries.
Connecting the AC Adapter
Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your notebook.
1
2Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.
Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter
Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your notebook.
1
2Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in the On or Access
OR
3Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power jack on an airplane seat.
Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power
1
Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.
2Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.
T
HE LITHIUM ION BATTERY IS NOT CHARGED UPON PURCHASE. INITIALLY, YOU WILL NEED TO CONNECT
EITHER THE
AC ADAPTER OR THE AUTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER TO USE YOUR NOTEBOOK.
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Starting Your P3010 LifeBook
Power On
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
The Power/Suspend/Resume button is used to turn on your notebook from its off state. Once you have
connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can power on your notebook.
WHEN YOU TURN ON YOUR NOTEBOOK BE SURE YOU HAVE A POWER SOURCE. THIS MEANS THAT AT
LEAST ONE BATTERY IS INSTALLED AND CHARGED
CONNECTED AND HAS POWER
To turn on your notebook from its off state, press the Power/Suspend/Resume button, located above the
keyboard to the right. When you are done working you can either leave your notebook in Suspend mode,
See “Standby Mode” on page 49. or you can turn it off. See “Powering Off” on page 51..
O NOT CARRY YOUR NOTEBOOK AROUND WITH THE POWER ON OR SUBJECT IT TO SHOCKS OR
D
VIBRATION
, AS YOU RISK DAMAGING YOUR NOTEBOOK.
, OR THAT THE AC OR AUTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER IS
.
When you power on your notebook, it will perform a Power On Self Test (POST) to check the internal
parts and configuration for correct functionality. If a fault is found, your notebook will emit an audio
warning and/or an error message will be displayed. See “Power On Self Test Messages” on page 77.
Depending on the nature of the problem, you may be able to continue by starting the operating system or
by entering the BIOS setup utility and revising the settings.
After satisfactory completion of the POST, your notebook will load your operating system.
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NEVER TURN OFF YOUR NOTEBOOK DURING THE POWER ON SELF TEST (POST) OR IT WILL CAUSE AN
ERROR MESSAGE TO BE DISPLAYED WHEN YOU TURN YOUR NOTEBOOK ON THE NEXT TIME
On Self Test Messages” on page 77.
. See “Power
Boot Sequence
The procedure for starting-up your notebook is termed the Bootup sequence and involves your notebook’s
BIOS. When your notebook is first turned on, the main system memory is empty, and it needs to find
instructions to start up your notebook. This information is in the BIOS program. Each time you power up
or restart your notebook, it goes through a boot sequence which displays a Fujitsu logo until your
operating system is found. During booting, your notebook is performing a standard boot sequence
including a Power On Self Test (POST). When the boot sequence is completed without a failure and
without a request for the BIOS Setup Utility, the system displays the operating system’s opening screen.
The boot sequence is executed when:
• You turn on the power to your notebook.
• You restart your notebook from the Windows Shut Down dialog box.
• The software initiates a system restart. Example: When you install a new application.
BIOS Setup Utility
The BIOS Setup Utility is a program that sets up the operating environment for your notebook. Your BIOS
is set at the factory for normal operating conditions, therefore there is no need to set or change the BIOS’
environment to operate your notebook.
The BIOS Setup Utility configures:
• Device control feature parameters, such as changing boot devices.
• System Data Security feature parameters, such as passwords.
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Entering the BIOS Setup Utility
To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following:
1Turn on or restart your notebook.
2To enter the BIOS Setup Utility, press the [F2] key once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open
the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.
3Press the [RIGHT ARROW] or [LEFT ARROW] key to scroll through the other setup menus to review or alter
the current settings.
The Boot Menu can also be invoked by pressing the [F11] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen.
Setting the Supervisor Password and Password on Boot Settings
1
Enter the BIOS Setup Utility.
2Scroll to the Security Tab.
3Select Set Supervisor Password, press [ENTER].
4Enter New Password and confirm new password.
5In the Security Tab, scroll to Password on Boot, and press [ENTER].
6Press [F10]. The Save and Exit, a screen will pop up. If you are finished making changes, select Yes and press
[ENTER].
BIOS Guide
A guide to your notebook’s BIOS is available online. Please visit our service and support website at
http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support, then select User’s Guides under Online Support. Select
your Product, Series, and Model, then click [Go]. Under the Manuals tab, select the BIOS Guide.
Booting the System
We strongly recommend that you not attach any external devices until you have gone through the initial
power on sequence.
When you turn on your notebook for the first time, it will display a Fujitsu logo on the screen. If you do
nothing the system will load the operating system, and then the Windows Welcome will begin.
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Starting Windows the First Time
Registering with Microsoft
In order to ensure that you receive the most benefits from the Windows operating system, it should be
registered the first time you use it.
After you receive the Windows Welcome screen, you will be prompted to enter registration information
in the following order.
First of all, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs). After accepting
the EULAs, you will be asked if you want to enable the Automatic Updates feature. Acceptance of this
feature is recommended because it allows your system to be updated automatically whenever an important
change becomes available for your notebook.
• IF YOU REJECT THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REVIEW THE LICENSE
AGREEMENT FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING WINDOWS OR TO SHUT DOWN YOUR NOTEBOOK.
• YOU CANNOT USE YOUR NOTEBOOK UNTIL YOU HAVE ACCEPTED THE LICENSE AGREEMENT. IF YOU STOP THE
PROCESS YOUR NOTEBOOK WILL RETURN TO THE BEGINNING OF THE WINDOWS WELCOME PROCESS, EVEN IF
YOU SHUT YOUR NOTEBOOK DOWN AND START IT UP AGAIN.
Several additional windows will appear, prompting you to enter a name and description for your computer,
an Administrator password, and a domain name. Read the instructions on the screens carefully and fill in
the information as directed.
You will then be automatically connected to the Internet, if you have an appropriate connection available.
If an automatic connection is not possible, you will be asked about how you dial out from where you will
be using your notebook. If you are not connected to a phone line and plan to register at a later time, you
may click the Skip button.
Once you are connected to the Internet, you will be asked if you wish to continue with the registration. If
you select Ye s you will then enter your name and address, and email address if desired. Click Next to
complete registration.
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Registering your notebook with Fujitsu
You can register your notebook by going to our website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. You will need to
be set up with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) to register online.
ClickMe!
Installing ClickMe!
BEFORE INSTALLING THE CLICKME! UTILITY, BE SURE THE WIRELESS LAN DEVICE IS ENABLED BY
PRESSING THE
[FN] + [F5] KEY COMBINATION.
The first time you boot up your system, you will see an icon called Click Me! in the Start menu. We highly
recommend that you install the ClickMe! utility the first time you boot up. When you click the Click
Me! icon, your system will automatically create the related icons in the system tray in the bottom right of
the screen. These icons provide links to utilities that you will frequently access, such as wireless LAN
software provided by the wireless LAN manufacturer.
T
HERE MAY BE SOME THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT GET INSTALLED USING THE CLICKME!
UTILITY. FOR MORE INFORMATION, REFER TO YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE.
Fujitsu Driver Update Utility
Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can
choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. For
more information about the FDU utility, refer to “Automatically Downloading Driver Updates” on
page 82.
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Power Management
Your notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power. Some of these features are
automatic and need no user intervention. However, others depend on the parameters you set to best suit
your operating conditions, such as those for the display brightness. Internal power management for your
notebook may be controlled from settings made in your operating system, pre-bundled power
management application, or from settings made in BIOS setup utility.
Besides the options available for conserving battery power, there are also some things that you can do to
prevent your battery from running down as quickly. For example, you can create an appropriate power
saving profile, put your notebook into standby mode when it is not performing an operation, and you can
limit the use of high power devices. As with all mobile, battery powered computers, there is a trade-off
between performance and power savings.
Power/Suspend/Resume Button
When your notebook is active, the Power/Suspend/Resume button can be used to manually put the
notebook into standby mode. Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button when the notebook is active, but
not actively accessing anything, and immediately release the button.
If your notebook is suspended, pushing the Power/Suspend/Resume button returns your notebook to
active operation. You can tell whether the system is Suspended by looking at the Power indicator. If the
indicator is visible and not flashing, your notebook is fully operational. If the indicator is visible and
flashing, your notebook is in standby mode. If the indicator is not visible, the power is off or your
notebook is in Hibernation mode. (See Hibernation Feature)
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Standby Mode
Standby mode in Windows saves the contents of your system memory during periods of inactivity by
maintaining power to critical parts. This mode turns off the CPU, display, hard drive, and all other internal
components except those necessary to maintain system memory and for restarting.
Your notebook can be put in Standby mode by:
• Pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on.
• Selecting Standby from the Turn off computer menu.
• Timing out from lack of activity.
• Allowing the battery to reach the Dead Battery Warning condition.
Your notebook’s system memory typically stores the file on which you are working, open application
information, and any other data required to support operations in progress. When you resume operation
from Standby mode, your notebook will return to the point where it left off. You must use the
Power/Suspend/Resume button to resume operation, and there must be an adequate power source
available, or your notebook will not resume.
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IF RUNNING YOUR NOTEBOOK ON BATTERY POWER, BE AWARE THAT THE BATTERY CONTINUES TO DISCHARGE
WHILE YOUR NOTEBOOK IS IN STANDBY MODE, THOUGH NOT AS FAST AS WHEN FULLY OPERATIONAL.
■
DISABLING THE POWER/SUSPEND/RESUME BUTTON PREVENTS IT FROM BEING USED TO PUT THE NOTEBOOK INTO
LEEP OR HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) MODE. THE BUTTON RESUME FUNCTION CAN’T BE DISABLED.
S
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THE SLEEP OR HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) MODE SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH CERTAIN PC CARDS. CHECK
YOUR PC CARD DOCUMENTATION FOR MORE INFORMATION. WHEN PC CARDS OR EXTERNAL DEVICES ARE IN
USE
, HIBERNATION (SAVE-TO-DISK) MODE CANNOT RETURN TO THE EXACT STATE PRIOR TO SUSPENSION,
BECAUSE ALL OF THE PERIPHERAL DEVICES WILL BE RE-INITIALIZED WHEN THE SYSTEM RESTARTS.
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IF YOUR NOTEBOOK IS ACTIVELY ACCESSING INFORMATION WHEN YOU ENTER STANDBY OR HIBER NATION MODE,
CHANGES TO OPEN FILES ARE NOT LOST. FILES ARE LEFT OPEN AND MEMORY IS KEPT ACTIVE DURING STANDBY
MODE OR THE MEMORY IS TRANSFERRED TO THE INTERNAL HARD DRIVE DURING HIBERNATION MODE.
■
THE MAIN ADVANTAGE OF USING HIBERNATION IS THAT POWER IS NOT REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN YOUR DATA. THIS IS
PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT IF YOU WILL BE LEAVING YOUR NOTEBOOK IN A SUSPENDED STATE FOR A PROLONGED
PERIOD OF TIME
POWER UP SEQUENCES AND RESETS PERIPHERAL DEVICES.
. THE DRAWBACK OF USING HIBERNATION MODE IS THAT IT LENGTHENS THE POWER DOWN AND
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Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature
The Hibernation feature saves the contents of your notebook’s system memory to the hard drive as a part
of the Suspend/Resume mode. You can enable or disable this feature.
Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature
The default settings are not enabled. To enable or disable the Hibernation feature follow these steps:
1From the Start menu, select Settings, and then select Control Panel.
2From the Control Panel select Power Options.
3Select the Hibernate tab. Select the box to enable or disable this feature.
Windows Power Management
The Power Options icon located in the Windows Control Panel allows you to configure some of the power
management settings. For example, you can use the Power Options to set the timeout values for turning
off the display and hard disks whether you are running the notebook on battery power or one of the
adapters.
Restarting the System
If your system is on and you need to restart it, be sure that you use the following procedure.
1Click the [Start] button, and then click Turn Off Computer.
2Select the Restart option. Your notebook will shut down and then reboot.
URNING OFF YOUR NOTEBOOK WITHOUT EXITING WINDOWS OR TURNING ON YOUR NOTEBOOK WITHIN
T
SECONDS OF THE NOTEBOOK BEING SHUT OFF MAY CAUSE AN ERROR WHEN YOU START THE NEXT
10
.
TIME
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Powering Off
Before turning off the power, check that the hard drive/optical drive access indicator is off. If you turn off
the power while accessing a disk there is a risk of data loss. To ensure that your notebook shuts down
without error, use the Windows shut down procedure.
BE SURE TO CLOSE ALL FILES, EXIT ALL APPLICATIONS, AND SHUT DOWN YOUR OPERATING SYSTEM
PRIOR TO TURNING OFF THE POWER
LOSE ANY CHANGES THAT HAVE NOT BEEN SAVED
. IF FILES ARE OPEN WHEN YOU TURN THE POWER OFF, YOU WILL
, AND MAY CAUSE DISK ERRORS.
Using the correct procedure to shut down from Windows allows your notebook to complete its operations
and turn off power in the proper sequence to avoid errors. The proper sequence is:
1Click the [Start] button, and then click Turn Off Computer.
2Select the Turn Off option.
If you are going to store your notebook for a month or more, see Care and Maintenance Section.
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ENERGY STAR® Compliance
Your Fujitsu system is an ENERGY STAR® qualified mobile PC. By choosing a computer
with the latest energy-saving technology, you’re helping to preserve our environment for
future generations.
ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S.
Department of Energy, Natural Resources Canada, and other governments around the world
helping us save money while protecting the environment through energy efficient products
and practices. With energy costs and global warming top-of-mind for consumers, Fujitsu is committed to
offering solutions that help consumers conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment.
Sleep Mode:
You will notice that your computer is initially set so that the display turns off after 15 minutes of user
inactivity, and the computer goes into Sleep mode after 20 minutes of user inactivity. When going into
Sleep mode, the computer also reduces the speed of any active Ethernet network links. To “wake” the
computer from Sleep mode, press the Suspend/Resume Button.
Energy saving benefits:
Fujitsu ENERGY STAR qualified mobile PCs use about half as much electricity as standard equipment –
saving half in utility costs. But more than that, ENERGY STAR also makes a difference for the
environment. Did you know that the average house can be responsible for twice the greenhouse gas
emissions as the average car? That’s because every time you flip on a light switch, run your dishwasher,
or turn on your PC, you use energy, which means more greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. So
the more energy we can save through energy efficiency, the more we help to reduce greenhouse gases and
the risks of global warming.
To learn more about the important ENERGY STAR program, visit: www.energystar.gov.
To read about how Fujitsu is supporting Sustainable Management along with several other environmental
activities, visit the Fujitsu Corporate Citizenship page at:
Your notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your notebook when no
external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to
extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemicals or other hazards.
The Lithium ion battery operating time may become shorter if it is used under the following conditions:
• When used at temperatures that exceed a low of 5°C or a high of 35°C. Extreme temperatures not
only reduce charging efficiency, but can also cause battery deterioration. The Charging icon on the
Status Indicator panel will flash when you try to charge a battery that is outside its operating
temperature range.
• When using a high current device such as an external optical drive or the hard drive, using the AC
adapter will conserve your battery life.
DO NOT LEAVE A FAULTY BATTERY IN YOUR NOTEBOOK. IT MAY DAMAGE YOUR AC ADAPTER, OPTIONAL
UTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER, ANOTHER BATTERY OR YOUR NOTEBOOK ITSELF. IT MAY ALSO PREVENT
A
OPERATION OF YOUR NOTEBOOK BY DRAINING ALL AVAILABLE CURRENT INTO THE BAD BATTERY
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.
• ACTUAL BATTERY LIFE WILL VARY BASED ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS, APPLICATIONS, FEATURES,
POWER MANAGEMENT SETTINGS, BATTERY CONDITION AND OTHER CUSTOMER PREFERENCES.
PTICAL DRIVE OR HARD DRIVE USAGE MAY ALSO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON BATTERY LIFE.
O
HE BATTERY CHARGING CAPACITY IS REDUCED AS THE BATTERY AGES. IF YOUR BATTERY IS
T
RUNNING LOW QUICKLY
, YOU SHOULD REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE.
• UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAW IT MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF BATTERIES BY PUTTING
THEM IN THE TRASH
PROPERLY
RECYCLING OR DISPOSING OF OLD BATTERIES
ELSEWHERE
. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY FOR DETAILS REGARDING
, CONTACT YOUR SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE AT 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487)
. PLEASE TAKE CARE OF OUR ENVIRONMENT AND DISPOSE OF BATTERIES
. IF YOU CANNOT FIND THIS INFORMATION
Recharging the Batteries
If you want to know the condition of the primary Lithium ion battery, check the Battery Level indicator
located on the Status Indicator panel. The indicator changes as the battery level changes. (See Table 1 on
page 29 for more information.)
The Lithium ion battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter or Auto/Airline adapter. To recharge
the battery make sure the battery that needs to be charged is installed in your notebook and connect the
AC or Auto/Airline adapter.
M
AKE SURE THAT THE BATTERY CHARGING INDICATOR AND THE BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR ICON ON
STATUS INDICATOR PANEL LIGHT.
THE
There is no memory effect on the Lithium ion battery therefore you do not need to discharge the battery
completely before recharging. The charge times will be significantly longer if your notebook is in use
while the battery is charging. If you want to charge the battery more quickly, put your notebook into
Standby mode, or turn it off while the adapter is charging the battery. (See Power Management on page
48 for more information on Standby mode and shutdown procedure)
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USING HEAVY CURRENT DEVICES OR FREQUENT EXTERNAL OPTICAL DRIVE ACCESSES MAY PREVENT
CHARGING COMPLETELY
.
Low Battery State
When the battery is running low, the Battery Level indicator will glow red. If you do not respond to the
low battery alarm, the batteries will continue to discharge until they are too low to operate. Your notebook
will then go into Standby mode to try and protect your data for as long as possible. There is no guarantee
that your data will not be lost once the system reaches this point.
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ONCE THE LOW BATTERY NOTIFICATION MESSAGE APPEARS, YOU NEED TO SAVE ALL YOUR ACTIVE DATA AND PUT
YOUR NOTEBOOK INTO
CHARGED BATTERY, AN AC POWER ADAPTER, OR AUTO/AIRLINE ADAPTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
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WHEN YOU ARE IN STANDBY MODE THERE MUST ALWAYS BE AT LEAST ONE POWER SOURCE ACTIVE. IFYOU
REMOVE ALL POWER SOURCES WHILE YOUR NOTEBOOK IS IN STANDBY MODE, ANY DATA THAT HAS NOT BEEN
SAVED TO THE HARD DRIVE WILL BE LOST.
STANDBY MODE UNTIL YOU CAN PROVIDE A NEW POWER SOURCE. YOU SHOULD PROVIDE A
Once your notebook goes into Dead Battery Suspend mode you will be unable to resume operation until
you provide a source of power either from an adapter, or a charged battery. Once you have provided power,
you will need to press the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation. In the Dead Battery Suspend
mode, your data can be maintained for some time, but if a power source is not provided promptly, the
Power indicator will stop flashing and go out, meaning that you have lost the data that was not stored.
Once you provide power, you can continue to use your system while an adapter is charging the battery.
Replacing the Battery
Your notebook comes with one battery pack; you might want to consider purchasing a spare. By keeping
a spare battery fully charged, you can immediately swap with one that is not charged.
There are two ways to swap batteries: cold- and hot-swapping. Cold-swapping means swapping batteries
when the system is powered down; hot-swapping is performed when the system is powered by AC power:
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Cold-swapping Batteries
1
Have a charged battery ready to install.
2Shut down your system and disconnect the AC adapter.
3Turn the system upside down on a secure surface.
4Press the battery release latches to open the compartment.
5Remove the battery from the compartment.
6Slide the new battery into the compartment.
7Close the compartment and the battery release latches will click into place.
8Plug in the AC adapter and turn the power on.
Hot-swapping Batteries
To hot-swap batteries in your battery bay follow these easy steps:
BE SURE TO PLUG IN AN AC ADAPTER PRIOR TO REMOVING THE BATTERY. THERE IS NO BRIDGE
BATTERY PRESENT TO SUPPORT THE SYSTEM WHILE THE BATTERY IS BEING REPLACED
USE AN
1Close any open files and put your system into Standby mode.
2Connect an AC adapter or Auto/Airline power adapter to provide power to the system.
3Turn the system upside down on a secure surface.
4Press the battery release latches inward to open the compartment.
5Remove the battery from the compartment.
6Slide the new battery into the compartment.
7Close the compartment and the battery release latches will click into place.
8Press the Suspend/Resume button to return your system to normal operation.
AC ADAPTER YOU WILL LOSE ANY UNSAVED FILES.
. IFYOUDONOT
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FTHE LITHIUM ION BATTERY CONNECTOR IS NOT FULLY SEATED, YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO USE YOUR
I
NOTEBOOK OR CHARGE YOUR BATTERY
.
Figure 11. Removing a Battery
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Memory Upgrade Module
Your Fujitsu P3010 notebook comes with 1GB of high speed Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic RAM
2 (DDR2 SDRAM), 533 MHz factory installed. To increase your system’s memory capacity, you may
remove the original module and replace it with a memory upgrade module. To ensure 100% compatibility,
purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at www.shopfujitsu.com.
• DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS FROM THE MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE COMPARTMENT EXCEPT THE
ONES SPECIFICALLY SHOWN IN THE DIRECTIONS FOR INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MEMORY
UPGRADE MODULE
• THE MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE CAN BE SEVERELY DAMAGED BY ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD). T
• BEFORE HANDLING A MEMORY MODULE, TOUCH A GROUNDED METAL OBJECT TO DISCHARGE
STATIC ELECTRICITY BUILT UP IN YOUR BODY
• WHEN INSTALLING OR REMOVING A MEMORY MODULE, HOLD IT BY THE EDGE SO AS NOT TO
TOUCH ANY CONTACTS OR CHIPS
TERMINALS OR COMPONENTS
COMPONENTS
• BE SURE TO POWER DOWN YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE ADDING OR REMOVING MEMORY MODULES.
VEN IF THE SYSTEM IS IN HIBERNATE OR SLEEP STATES, DATA COULD BE LOST OR THE MEMORY
E
COULD BE DAMAGED IF POWER IS STILL AVAILABLE TO THE SYSTEM
.
O MINIMIZE RISK TO THE MODULE, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
.
. BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH ANY INTERNAL COMPUTER
; THE OIL FROM YOUR FINGERS COULD CAUSE A SHOR T TO THE
.
.
Removing Memory Modules
1Turn off power to your notebook and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline).
2Make sure that all the connector covers are closed.
3Turn the system bottom side up, and remove the screws of the memory upgrade module compartment.
(Figure 13).
4Remove the cover.
5Pull the clips sideways away from each side of the memory upgrade module at the same time. (Figure 13)
6While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the rear of your
notebook.
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7Store the memory module in a static guarded sleeve.
8Install a new module as outlined in the procedure below.
9Replace the cover.
10 Replace the screws.
Retainer clips
Figure 12. Opening the Memory CompartmentFigure 13. Removing a Memory Module
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Installing a Memory Upgrade
Module
1Remove the new memory upgrade
module from the static guarded sleeve.
2Align the memory upgrade module with
the component side up. Align the
connector edge of the memory upgrade
module with the connector slot in the
compartment. (Figure 14)
3Insert the memory upgrade module at a
45° angle. Press the connector edge of
the module firmly down and into the
connector until it lodges under the
retaining clip. You will hear a click when it
is properly in place.
4Replace the cover.
5Replace the screws.
HE MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE IS NOT SOMETHING YOU ROUTINELY REMOVE FROM YOUR NOTEBOOK.
T
NCE IT IS INSTALLED, YOU SHOULD LEAVE IT IN PLACE UNLESS YOU WANT TO CHANGE SYSTEM
O
MEMORY CAPACITY
.
Figure 14. Installing a Memory Module
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Checking the Memory Capacity
Once you have changed the system memory capacity by replacing the installed module with a larger one,
be sure to check that your notebook has recognized the change.
Check the memory capacity by clicking [Start] > Control Panel, then double-clicking the System icon.
Select the General tab and check the amount of memory in the General tab.
IF THE TOTAL MEMORY DISPLAYED IS INCORRECT, CHECK THAT YOUR MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE IS
PROPERLY INSTALLED
CORRECTLY RECOGNIZED
. (IF THE MODULE IS PROPERLY INSTALLED AND THE CAPACITY IS STILL NOT
, SEE TROUBLESHOOTING ON PAGE 67.
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Figure 15. Installing a Meomory Stick/SD Card
Memory Stick/Secure Digital Cards
Your notebook supports Memory Stick (MS) and Secure Digital (SD) cards, on which you can store and
transfer data to and from a variety of digital devices. These cards use flash memory architecture, which
means they don’t need a power source to retain data.
Memory Stick and Secure Digital Cards allow portable storage among a variety of devices, such as cell
phones, GPS systems, digital cameras, and PDAs. These cards transfer data quickly, with low battery
consumption.
SD Card
Memory Stick
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Inserting MS/SD Cards
MS and SD Cards are inserted in the MS/SD Card slot (Figure 15). To insert a card, follow these steps:
• INSERTING OR REMOVING AN MS OR SD CARD DURING YOUR NOTEBOOK’S SHUTDOWN OR BOOTUP
PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND
/OR YOUR NOTEBOOK.
• DO NOT INSERT A CARD INTO A SLOT IF THERE IS WATER OR ANY OTHER SUBSTANCE ON THE CARD
AS YOU MAY PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE CARD
1See your card manual for instructions on the insertion of your card. Some cards may require that your system
is off while inserting them.
2Make sure there is no card currently in the slot. If there is, see Removing an SD Card.
3Insert your card into the slot with the product label facing up.
4Push the card firmly into the slot until it is seated in the connector.
, YOUR NOTEBOOK, OR BOTH.
Removing an MS/SD Card
To remove a card, first see your card manual for instructions. Some cards may require your notebook to
be in Suspend Mode or Off while removing them. Prior to removing the card from the slot, first select it
using the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area. To remove the card, push it in to release
it, then pull it out.
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Device Ports
Your P3010 LifeBook notebook comes equipped with multiple device ports to which you can connect an
external device including: disk drives, keyboards, printers, etc.
Internal LAN (RJ-45) jack
The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an
internal 10/100 BaseTx Ethernet connection.
You will need to configure your notebook to
work with your particular network. (Please
refer to your network administrator for
information on your network configuration.)
To connect the LAN cable follow these easy
steps: (Figure 16)
1Align the connector with the jack opening.
2Push the connector end into the jack until it is
3Plug the other end into a LAN outlet.
Headphone Jack
The headphone jack allows you to connect headphones or powered external speakers to your notebook.
Your headphones or speakers must be equipped with a 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug. In order to connect
headphones or speakers follow these easy steps: (See Figure 4 on page 24 for location)
seated.
Figure 16. Connecting a LAN plug
1Align the connector with the port opening.
2Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
I
F YOU PLUG HEADPHONES INTO THE HEADPHONE JACK, THE BUILT-IN STEREO SPEAKERS WILL BE
DISABLED
.
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Microphone Jack
The microphone jack allows you to connect an external mono microphone. Your microphone must be
equipped with a 1/8”(3.5 mm) mono mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your notebook.
In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps: (Figure 4)
1Align the connector with the port opening.
2Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
Universal Serial Bus Ports
The three Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports (USB)
allow you to connect USB devices such as
external floppy disk drives, external DVD
drives, game pads, pointing devices, keyboards
and/or speakers. USB 2.0 is downwardcompatible with USB 1.1 devices, so older USB
devices will work with these ports. USB 2.0 is a
much faster design, running forty times faster
than USB 1.1.
In order to connect a USB device, follow these
easy steps: (Figure 17)
1Align the connector with the port opening.
2Push the connector into the port until it is seated
Figure 17. Connecting a USB device
External Video Port
The external video port allows you to connect an external monitor or LCD projector. In order to connect
an external device follow these easy steps: (Figure 18)
1Align the connector with the port opening.
2Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each side of the connector.
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WHEN AN EXTERNAL MONITOR IS
PLUGGED IN
+ [F10]
CHANGE YOUR SELECTION OF
WHERE TO SEND YOUR DISPLAY
. EACH TIME YOU PRESS THE KEY
VIDEO
COMBINATION
CHOICE
PANEL ONLY
MONITOR ONLY
-IN DISPLAY PANEL AND AN EXTERNAL
BUILT
MONITOR
, YOU WILL STEP TO THE NEXT
, STARTING WITH THE BUILT-IN DISPLAY
, MOVING TO THE EXTERNAL
, FINALLY MOVING TO BOTH THE
.
, PRESSING THE [FN]
KEYS ALLOWS YOU TO
Figure 18. Connecting an external video device
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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting Your Notebook
Troubleshooting
There may be occasions when you encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the
spot, or problems with peripheral devices that can be solved by replacing the device. The information in
this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward issues and identify failures that
require service.
Identifying the Problem
If you encounter a problem, go through the following procedure before pursuing complex troubleshooting:
1Turn off your notebook.
2Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into your notebook and to an active AC power source.
3Make sure that any devices connected to the external connectors are plugged in properly. You can also
disconnect such devices, thus eliminating them as possible causes of failure.
4Turn on your notebook. Make sure it has been off at least 10 seconds before you turn it back on.
5Go through the boot sequence.
6If the problem has not been resolved, refer to the Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed
troubleshooting information.
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•IF YOU KEEP NOTES ABOUT WHAT YOU HAVE TRIED, YOUR SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE MAY BE
ABLE TO HELP YOU MORE QUICKLY BY GIVING ADDITIONAL SUGGESTIONS OVER THE PHONE
.
•DO NOT RETURN A FAILED NOTEBOOK TO YOUR SUPPLIER UNTIL YOU HAVE TALKED TO A SUPPORT
REPRESENTATIVE
7If you have tried the solutions suggested in the Troubleshooting Table without success, contact your support
representative:
.
Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487)
Web site: http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support.
Before you place the call, you should have the following information ready so that the customer support
representative can provide you with the fastest possible solution:
• Product name
• Product configuration number
• Product serial number
• Purchase date
• Conditions under which the problem occurred
• Any error messages that have occurred
• Type of device connected, if any
See the Configuration Label on the bottom of your notebook for configuration and serial numbers.
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Specific Problems
Using the Troubleshooting Table
When you have problems with your notebook, try to find the symptoms under the Problem column of the
troubleshooting table for the feature giving you difficulty. You will find a description of common causes
for that symptom under the column Possible Cause and what, if anything, you can do to correct the
condition under Possible Solutions. All possible causes or solutions may not apply to your notebook.
There is no sound coming
from the built-in speakers.
The volume is turned too low.Adjust the volume control on your notebook and operating
The software volume control
is set too low.
Headphones are plugged into
your notebook.
The speakers have been
muted using the Volume icon
in the system tray.
Hard Drive Problems
You cannot access your
hard drive.
The wrong drive designator
was used by an application
when a bootable disc was
used to start the notebook.
Security is set so your operating system cannot be started
without a password.
Keyboard or Mouse Problems
system. Use the [Fn+F9] key combination on your keyboard
to increase the volume of your notebook.
Manually adjusting the volume (i.e., keyboard "hot keys")
should dynamically adjust the volume of the operating system (see above). If that doesn’t work, adjust the sound volume control settings in your software or application.
Plugging in headphones disables the built-in speakers.
Remove the headphones.
Click the Volume icon in the system tray on the bottom right
of the screen. If the Mute box is checked, click on it. You can
also press [Fn] + [F3] to toggle the audio on and off.
Verify drive designator used by application is in use by the
operating system. When the operating system is booted from
a CD, drive designations are automatically adjusted.
Verify your password and security settings.
The built-in keyboard does
not seem to work.
The notebook has gone into
Standby mode.
Your application has locked
out your keyboard.
NumLock key has been set.Press the NumLock key to toggle it off.
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Push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
Try to use your integrated pointing device to restart your system.
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
You have installed an
external keyboard or
mouse, and it does not
seem to work.
You have connected an
external keyboard or a
mouse and it seems to be
locking up the system.
Your external device is not
properly installed.
Your operating system (OS) is
not set up with correct software driver for that device.
Your OS is not set up with the
correct driver for that device.
Your system has crashed.Try to restart your notebook.
Memory Problems
Your System screen in the
Control Panel does not
show the correct amount
of installed memory.
Your memory upgrade module is not properly installed.
You have a memory failure.Check for Power On Self Test (POST) messages. See
Modem Problems (optional external device)
Messages about modem
operation.
Modem operation messages
are generated by whichever
modem application is in use.
USB Device Problems
You installed a USB device
but your notebook does
not recognize the device.
The device is not properly
installed.
The device may have been
installed while an application
was running, so the notebook
is not aware of its installation.
Re-install your device. See “Device Ports” on page 64.
Check your device and operating system documentation
and activate the proper driver.
Check your device and operating system documentation
and activate the proper driver.
Remove and re-install your memory upgrade module. See
“Memory Upgrade Module” on page 58.
“Power On Self Test Messages” on page 77.
See your application software documentation for additional
information.
Remove and re-install the device. See “Device Ports” on
page 64.
Close the application and restart your notebook.
Your device may not have the
correct software driver active.
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See your software documentation and activate the correct
driver.
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
Power Failures
You turn on your notebook
and nothing seems to happen.
The installed battery is completely discharged or there is
no Power adapter (AC or
Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence
and condition of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panel” on
page 28. Install a charged battery or a Power adapter.
Auto/Airline) installed.
The battery is installed but is
faulty.
Use the Status Indicator panel to verify the presence and
condition of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panel” on
page 28. If the battery indicates a malfunction, remove it and
operate from another power source or replace that battery.
The battery is low.Check the Status Indicator Panel to determine the presence
and condition of the battery. See “Status Indicator Panel” on
page 28. Use a Power adapter to operate until a battery is
charged or install a charged battery.
The power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) is not plugged in
Verify that your adapter is connected correctly. See “Power
Sources” on page 42.
properly.
The power adapter (AC or
auto/airline) has no power
from the AC outlet, airplane
jack, or car cigarette lighter.
The power adapter (AC or
Move the AC cord to a different outlet, check for a line switch
or tripped circuit breaker for the AC outlet. If you are using an
auto/airline adapter in a car make sure the ignition switch is
in the On or Accessories position.
Try a different power adapter.
auto/airline) is faulty.
Your notebook turns off all
by itself.
The power management
parameters are set for auto
timeouts which are too short
for your operating needs.
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Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to
restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. Check your power management settings, or close your applications and go to the Power Options
located in the Control Panel to adjust the timeout values to
better suit your needs.
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
Your notebook turns off all
by itself.
(continued)
Your notebook will not
work on battery alone.
The battery seems to
discharge too quickly.
You are operating on battery
power and ignored a low bat-
Install a power adapter, then push the Power/Sus-
pend/Resume button. See “Power Sources” on page 42.
tery alarm until the battery
was at the dead battery state
and the system has entered
Dead Battery Suspend mode.
You have a battery failure.Verify the condition of the battery using the Status Indicator
panel. If the battery is shorted, replace or remove it. See
“Status Indicator Panel” on page 28.
Your power adapter has failed
or lost its power source.
Make sure the adapter is plugged in and the outlet has
power.
The installed battery is dead.Replace the battery with a charged one or install a power
adapter.
No battery is installed.Install a charged battery.
The battery is improperly
Verify that the battery is properly connected by re-installing it.
installed.
Your installed battery is faulty.Verify the condition of the battery using the Status Indicator
panel and replace or remove any batteries that are shorted.
See “Status Indicator Panel” on page 28.
The power savings features
may be disabled.
Check the Power Options menu settings and adjust according to your operating needs.
You are running an applica-
Use a power adapter for this application when at all possible.
tion that uses a lot of power
due to frequent hard drive
access or optical drive
access, or use of a Wireless
LAN or other device.
The battery is very old.Replace the battery.
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ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
The battery seems to
discharge too quickly.
The brightness is turned all
the way up.
(continued)
Battery has been exposed to
high temperatures.
The battery is too hot or too
cold.
Shutdown and Startup Problems
The Suspend/Resume
button does not work.
The system powers up,
and displays power on
information, but fails to
load the operating system.
Suspend/Resume button is
disabled.
There may be application
software conflict.
The boot sequence settings
o
f the setup utility are not
compatible with your configuration.
You have a secured system
requiring a password to load
your operating system.
Turn down the brightness adjustment. The higher the brightness the more power your display uses.
Replace the battery.
Restore the notebook to normal operating temperature.
Charging icon on the Status Indicator panel will flash when
battery is outside of operating range.
Enable the button by going to the Control Panel > Power
Options Properties and clicking on the Advanced tab. In the
Power buttons area, select the option that suits your needs.
Close all applications and try the button again.
Set the operating source by pressing the [ESC] key while the
Fujitsu logo is on screen or use the [F2] key and enter the
setup utility and adjust the source settings from the Boot
menu. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 44.
Make sure you have the right password. Enter the setup utility and verify the Security settings and modify them as
accordingly. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 44.
An error message is
displayed on the screen
during the boot sequence.
Your notebook appears to
change setup parameters
when you start it.
Power On Self Test (POST)
has detected a problem.
BIOS setup changes were not
saved when made and you
exited the setup utility.
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See the Power On Self Test (POST) messages to determine
the meaning and severity of the problem. Not all messages
are errors; some are simply status indicators. See “Power On
Self Test Messages” on page 77.
Make sure you select Save Changes And Exit when exiting
the BIOS setup utility.
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
Your notebook appears to
change setup parameters
when you start it..
(continued)
Video Problems
The built-in display is blank
when you turn on your
notebook.
The notebook turned on
with a series of beeps and
the built-in display is blank.
The BIOS CMOS hold-up battery has failed.
An external monitor is
plugged in, and the system is
set for an external monitor
only.
Display angle and brightness
settings are not adequate for
your lighting conditions.
Power management timeouts
are set for short intervals and
you didn’t see the display go
on and off again.
Power On Self Test (POST)
detected a failure which does
not allow display to operate.
Contact your support representative for repairs. This is not a
user serviceable part but has a normal life of 3 to 5 years.
Pressing [F10] while holding down [Fn] allows you to change
where to send your display video. Each time you press the
combination of keys you will step to the next choice. The
choices, in order are: built-in display, external monitor, both
built-in display and external monitor.
Move the display and the brightness control until you have
adequate visibility. Pressing either the [F6] or [F7] keys while
holding down the [Fn] key also allows you to change the
brightness level of the display.
Press a keyboard button or move the mouse to restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button.
(The display may be shut off by Standby mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)
Contact your support representative.
The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
using it.
The display does not
close.
The notebook has gone into
Video timeout, Standby
mode, or Save-to-Disk mode
because you have not used it
for a period of time.
Foreign object stuck between
display and keyboard.
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Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to
restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. Check power management settings, or
close your applications and go to the Power Savings menu of
the setup utility to adjust the timeout values to better suit your
operation needs. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 44.
Remove all foreign objects, such as a paperclip, from the
keyboard.
ProblemPossible CausePossible Solutions
The display goes blank by
itself after you have been
using it.
(continued)
The display has bright or
dark spots.
The application display
uses only a portion of
your screen and is surrounded by a dark frame.
You connected an external monitor and it does not
display any information.
You have connected an
external monitor and it
does not come on.
Power timeouts are set for
very short intervals and you
failed to notice the display
come on and go off again.
If the spots are very tiny and
few in number, this is normal
for a large LCD display.
If the spots are numerous or
large enough to interfere with
your operation needs.
You are running an application that does not support the
system’s native resolution and
display compression is
enabled.
Your external monitor is not
properly installed.
Your operating system is not
setup with the correct software driver for that device.
Your external monitor is not
compatible with your notebook.
Press any button on the keyboard, or move the mouse to
restore operation. If that fails, push the Power/Suspend/Resume button. (The display may be shut off by
Standby Mode, Auto Suspend or Video Timeout)
This is normal; do nothing.
Display is faulty; contact your support representative.
Display compression gives a clearer but smaller display for
applications that do not support the system’s native pixel
resolution. You can fill the screen but have less resolution by
changing display compression settings. These settings can
be changed in the Intel GMA control panel.
Reinstall your device. See “External Video Port” on page 65.
Check your device and operating system documentation and
activate the proper driver.
See your monitor documentation and the External Monitor
Support portions of the Specifications section. See “Specifications” on page 91.
Miscellaneous Problems
Error message displayed
on the screen during operation of an application.
Application software often has
its own set of error message
displays.
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See your application manual and help displays screens for
more information. Not all messages are errors some may
simply be status.
Power On Self Test Messages
The following is an alphabetic list of error-and-status messages that Phoenix BIOS and/or your operating
system can generate and an explanation of each message. Error messages are marked with an *. If an error
message is displayed that is not in this list, write it down and check your operating system documentation
both on screen and in the manual. If you can find no reference to the message and its meaning is not clear,
contact your support representative for assistance.
Check date and time settings
Verify that the date and time settings are correct.
*Extended Memory Failed at address line: nn
Extended memory not working or not configured properly. If you have an installed memory upgrade
module, verify that the module is properly installed. If it is properly installed, you may want to check your
Windows Setup to be sure it is not using unavailable memory until you can contact your support
representative.
*Failure Fixed Disk n
The fixed disk is not working or not configured properly. This may mean that the hard drive type identified
in your setup utility does not agree with the type detected by the Power On Self Test. Run the setup utility
to check for the hard drive type settings and correct them if necessary. If the settings are OK and the
message appears when you restart the system, there may be a serious fault which might cause you to lose
data if you continue. Contact your support representative.
Fan error has occurred
POST has determined that there is an error with the system fan. Contact your support representative.
*Invalid system disk
Problem with the system disk. Replace the disk and then press any key to continue.
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*Keyboard error
Keyboard not working. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to
use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.
Non-system disk or disk error
Replace the disk and then press any key to continue.
NTLDR is missing
Press any key to restart.
*Operating system not found
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C: Enter the setup utility and see if both
the fixed disk, and drive A: are properly identified and that the boot sequence is set correctly. Unless you
have changed your installation greatly, the operating system should be on drive C:. If the setup utility is
correctly set, your hard drive may be corrupted.
*Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUP
Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press the [F1] key to continue the boot process or the [F2]
key to enter Setup and change any settings.
PXE-E32: TFTP open timeout
Contact your support representative for more information.
PXE-E53: No boot filename received
Contact your support representative for more information.
PXE-E61: Media test failure, check cable
Check the system cables. If that does not correct the failure, contact your support representative for more
information.
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PXE-E78: Could not locate boot server
Contact your support representative for more information.
PXE-E89: Could not download boot image
Contact your support representative for more information.
*Real time clock error
Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair. Contact your support representative.
Remove disks or other media
Remove disks or other media, then press any key torestart.
*Stuck key
BIOS discovered a stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard but may be able to use an external
keyboard until then. Contact your support representative.
*System CMOS checksum bad – Default configuration used
BIOS CMOS RAM has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that
changes data stored in BIOS memory. Run Setup and reconfigure the system.
*System timer error
The timer test failed. The main clock that operates the computer is faulty. Requires repair of system board.
Contact your support representative for repairs.
Thermal sensor error has occurred
The thermal sensor has either failed or is out of thermal range.
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Restoring Your System Image and Software
Packed with your system you will find two discs for recovering your pre-installed software:
• Drivers and Applications Restore Disc
• Recovery and Utility Disc
Drivers and Applications Restore Disc
The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) disc included with your system contains sets of device
drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your computer configuration.
I
F YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE INTERNET, VISIT THE FUJITSU SUPPOR T WEBSITE AT
://WWW.COMPUTERS.US.FUJITSU.COM/SUPPORT TO CHECK FOR THE MOST CURRENT INFORMATION,
HTTP
DRIVERS AND HINTS ON HOW TO PERFORM RECOVERY AND SYSTEM UPDATES.
Re-installing Individual Drivers and Applications
The Drivers and Applications disc can be used to selectively re-install drivers and/or applications that may
have been un-installed or corrupted.
HERE MAY BE CER TAIN FREE THIRD-PARTY APPLICATIONS PRE-INSTALLED ON YOUR SYSTEM THAT ARE
T
NOT ON THE
THIRD
DAR DISC. THE LATEST VERSIONS OF THE APPLICATIONS CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE
-PARTY’S WEBSITE.
To re-install drivers and/or applications:
1Boot up the system and insert the DAR disc after Windows has started. A Fujitsu Installer screen is displayed
after the disc is inserted.
2After reading the License Agreement, click [I agree].
3A window will appear containing a list of applications, drivers, and utilities that you can install from the DAR disc.
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4In the list, check off all the components you want to install. If you want to install all components, click [Select
All]. Clicking [Select All] will select all of the blue-coded components; you must select grey and green
components separately.
5Once you have selected the components you wish to install, click [Install Selected Subsystems]; the
components will be installed.
6After the components are installed, click [OK], then click [Yes] when asked if you want to reboot the system.
Recovery and Utility Disc
The Recovery and Utility disc contains four utilities:
• The Recovery utility allows you to restore the system operating system (OS). The restored OS is
the same one that was originally installed on the hard disk drive. After the OS is restored, you will
need to reinstall the drivers and applications from the Drivers and Applications Restore disc and
from any application discs that were bundled with the system when you purchased it.
• The Hard Disk Data Delete utility on this disc is used to delete all data on your hard disk
and prevent it from being reused. Do not use the Hard Disk Data Delete utility unless you are
absolutely certain that you want to erase your entire hard disk, including all partitions.
• The Partition Creation utility allows you to create a new D: partition or resize existing
partitions on your hard disk. NOTE: Creating or resizing partitions with this utility will cause
all data on the hard disk to be completely erased.
• The Diagnostics utility allows the IT professional to determine device status/condition by
executing diagnostics tests on selected system components.
To use the disc, follow the instructions in the “Using the Recovery and Utility Disc” booklet that is
packaged with the disc.
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Automatically Downloading Driver Updates
Your system has a convenient tool called the Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility. With FDU, you can
choose to automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system.
The FDU icon should appear in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen (roll the cursor over the
icons to find the correct one). If the icon does not appear in the system tray, go to [Start] -> All Programs,
and click on Fujitsu Driver Update; this will create the icon automatically.
To invoke the FDU menu, right-click on the FDU icon. The menu contains the following items:
Check for updates now
Allows for manual driver update search. The first time it is used, you are prompted to agree to a user
agreement. After clicking on the icon, the FDU automatically connects with the Fujitsu site to check for
updates and downloads them. While downloading, the icon has a red bar through it, indicating that it
cannot be used while the download is in process. When the update is complete, a message appears
informing you of the fact.
Enable Automatic Update Notifications
Automatically searches for new updates on a regular basis (approximately every 3 days).
Show update history
Brings up a screen that displays a history of updates that have been made via the FDU.
About Fujitsu Driver Update
Displays the FDU version number and copyright information.
Fujitsu Driver Update Readme
Displays the FDU readme.
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Chapter 5
Care and Maintenance
Caring for your P3010 LifeBook
If you use your Fujitsu notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides
some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices.
• IN THE EVENT YOU DROP YOUR NOTEBOOK OR DAMAGE THE HOUSING IN ANY WAY, IMMEDIATELY TURN OFF POWER
AND DISCONNECT THE POWER PLUG. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT, SMOKE, AND/OR FIRE.
ONTACT FUJITSU SERVICE AND SUPPORT BY PHONE AT 1-800-8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487), BY EMAIL AT
C
8FUJITSU@US.FUJITSU.COM, OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.COMPUTERS.US.FUJITSU.COM/SUPPORT
TO LEARN HOW TO GET THE SYSTEM REPAIRED.
• THE SYSTEM CONTAINS COMPONENTS THAT CAN BE SEVERELY DAMAGED BY ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD).
TO MINIMIZE RISK TO THE COMPONENTS, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
- B
EFORE DOCKING OR UNDOCKING YOUR NOTEBOOK (WHEN USING A PORT REPLICATOR), IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO
ALWAYS TOUCH A GROUNDED METAL OBJECT TO DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY BUILT UP IN YOUR BODY
- B
E SURE TO POWER DOWN YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE ADDING OR REMOVING SYSTEM COMPONENTS. EVEN IF THE
SYSTEM IS IN HIBER NATE OR SLEEP STATES, DATA COULD BE LOST OR MEMOR Y COULD BE DAMAGED IF POWER
IS STILL AVAILABLE TO THE SYSTEM
- W
HEN INSTALLING OR REMOVING A MEMORY MODULE, HOLD IT BY THE EDGE SO AS NOT TO TOUCH ANY
CONTACTS OR CHIPS. BE CAREFUL NOT TO TOUCH ANY INTERNAL COMPUTER TERMINALS OR COMPONENTS;
THE OIL FROM YOUR FINGERS COULD CAUSE A SHORT TO THE COMPONENTS.
• ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MAY BE HAZARDOUS IF MISUSED. OPERATIONS OF THIS PRODUCT OR SIMILAR PRODUCTS,
MUST ALWAYS BE SUPERVISED BY AN ADULT. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN ACCESS TO THE INTERIOR OF ANY
ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS AND DO NOT PERMIT THEM TO HANDLE ANY CABLES.
.
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• Your notebook is a durable but sensitive electronic device. Treat it with respect and care.
• Make a habit of transporting it in a suitable carrying case.
• Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation instructions closely.
• Keep it away from food and beverages.
• To protect your notebook from damage and to optimize system performance, be sure to keep all air
vents unobstructed, clean, and clear of debris. This may require periodic cleaning, depending
upon the environment in which the system is used.
• Do not operate the notebook in areas where the air vents can be obstructed, such as in tight
enclosures or on soft surfaces like a bed or cushion.
• If you accidentally spill liquid on your notebook:
1 Tu r n i t o ff.
2 Position it so that the liquid can run out.
3 Let it dry out for 24 hours, or longer if needed.
4 If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative.
• Do not use your Fujitsu notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool).
• Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.
• Avoid exposure to sand, dust and other environmental hazards.
• Do not expose your notebook to direct sunlight for long periods of time as temperatures above 140°
F (60° C) may damage your notebook.
• Do not put heavy or sharp objects on the computer.
• If you are carrying your notebook in a briefcase, or any other carrying case, make sure that there
are no objects in the case pressing on the lid.
• Never position your notebook such that the optical drive is supporting the weight of the notebook.
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Cleaning your notebook
• Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.)
• Clean your notebook with a damp, lint-free cloth. Do not use abrasives or solvents.
/
• Use a soft cloth to remove dust from the screen. Never use glass cleaners.
• Always shut down the computer, unplug the power adapter, and remove the battery when cleaning
or disinfecting the computer exterior, keyboard or LCD display.
Cleaning guidelines using recommended off-the-shelf cleaners
Computer exterior, computer keyboard
To clean the exterior and keyboard, use one of the following off-the-shelf products:
• Office Depot® #154-616 Notebook Cleaning Kit
• Meridrew Enterprises Klear_Screen® Wipes
• 3M CL563 Cleaner Wipes
Note: After cleaning with one of these products, gently polish with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth until the
solution is no longer visible.
LCD display
To clean the LCD display, use one of the following off-the-shelf products:
• Office Depot® #154-616 Notebook Cleaning Kit
• Meridrew Enterprises Klear_Screen® Wipes
* Applies to Tablet PC, convertible PC with LCD shield, and standard notebook LCD displays.
Wipe the LCD surface gently, allowing it to dry before turning on the computer.
Disinfecting notebook computers
Wipe the surface with a soft cloth wipe and a 50% ethanol solution or use another ethanol-based germicide
which has been registered as a hospital disinfectant by the EPA.
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•USE OF INCORRECT CLEANERS CAN RESULT IN OPTICAL IMPAIRMENT OF THE LCD AND/OR DAMAGE TO
THE COMPUTER
SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR PROPER HANDLING AND USE OF THE PRODUCTS
. ALWAYS REFER TO THE CLEANER MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES AND MATERIAL
.
•NEVER USE AMMONIA, ACIDIC, OR ALKALINE CLEANERS OR ORGANIC CHEMICALS SUCH AS PAINT
THINNER
FINISHES AND THE COATING OF THE
, ACETONE, PROPYL OR ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, OR KEROSENE. IT MAY DAMAGE SURFACE
LCD SCREEN.
•NEVER USE COMPRESSED AIR FOR CLEANING YOUR NOTEBOOK.
Cleaning the dust filter
Your LifeBook is equipped with fans to make air flow inside by pulling in outside air to cool the inside of
the system. Depending on the environment in which the system is used, dust and dirt may be pulled in
along with the air. Accumulated dust and dirt could impair the function of the system.
• REMOVE AC ADAPTER: BEFORE CLEANING THE FILTER, TURN OFF THE SYSTEM AND PERIPHERALS AND
DISCONNECT THE
AC ADAPTER.
• CLEANING THE FILTER:
O NOT USE DETERGENT
- D
VOID DAMAGING THE FILTER; DAMAGE TO THE FILTER IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
- A
SE A VACUUM CLEANER HANDHELD ATTACHMENT TO CLEAN THE FILTER. METAL OR WOODEN TOOLS
- U
COULD DAMAGE THE FILTER
.
•ESD: BEFORE CLEANING THE FILTER, TOUCH A METAL OBJECT TO DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY.
1Turn off your computer and disconnect the AC adapter.
2Close the display panel and turn the system upside down.
3Remove the dust filter access cover by pressing the latch toward the center of the cover and lifting it out (Fig.19).
4Carefully clean the embedded dust filter and the air-cooling duct using a vacuum cleaner attachment (such as
an extension wand).
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Dust filter access cover
Embedded dust filter
Figure 19. Removing/installing the dust filter access cover
5Put back the dust filter access cover by inserting the end without latch first (positioning the key inside first), and
pushing in the cover until it latches.
ALWAYS BE SURE THE DUST FILTER ACCESS COVER IS INSTALLED WHEN RUNNING YOUR SYSTEM. NOT
USING THE FILTER COVER COULD CAUSE CONTAMINATION AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE SYSTEM
.
Storing your notebook
• If storing your notebook for a month or longer, turn your notebook off, fully charge the battery, then
remove and store all Lithium ion batteries.
• Store your notebook and batteries separately. If you store your notebook with a battery installed,
the battery will discharge, and battery life will be reduced. In addition, a faulty battery might
damage your notebook.
• Store your Fujitsu notebook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF
(-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC).
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• ALWAYS POWER OFF THE COMPUTER BEFORE TRANSPORTING AND/OR PACKAGING IT. AFTER SHUTTING
DOWN THE SYSTEM
ARE ILLUMINATED
, WAIT UNTIL THE STATUS LED PANEL INDICATES POWER OFF CONDITION (NO LIGHTS
).
• IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE UNIT MAY NOT AUTOMATICALLY GO TO POWER OFF OR HIBERNATE MODE
WHEN YOU CLOSE THE LID
SETTINGS OR SOME OTHER APPLICATION RUNNING ON THE COMPUTER
. THIS SITUATION MAY OCCUR DUE TO PRE-OS BOOT PASSWORD SECURITY
.
• ATTEMPTING TO TRANSPORT THE COMPUTER WHILE POWER IS ON MAY DAMAGE THE NOTEBOOK DUE
TO SHOCK OR OVERHEATING SINCE THE AIR VENTS MAY BE BLOCKED OR RESTRICTED
.
Traveling with your notebook
• Do not transport your notebook while it is turned on.
• It is recommended that you carry your notebook with you while traveling, rather than checking it
in as baggage.
• Always bring your System Recovery CD that came with your notebook when you travel. If you
experience system software problems while traveling, you may need it to correct any problems.
• Take the necessary plug adapters if you're traveling overseas. Check the following diagram to
determine which plug adapter you'll need or ask your travel agent.
Outlet TypeLocationOutlet TypeLocation
Russia and the Commonwealth
United States, Canada, parts of Latin
Amer
ica, Mexico, Japan, Korea,
the Philippines, Taiwan
f Independent States (CIS), most
o
of Europe, parts of Latin America,
the Middle East, parts of Africa,
Hong Kong, India, most of South Asia
United Kingdom, Ireland, Malaysia,
apore, parts of Africa
Sing
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China, Australia, New Zealand
• Never put your notebook through a metal detector. Have your notebook hand-inspected by security
personnel. You can however, put your notebook through a properly tuned X-ray machine. To avoid
problems, place the notebook close to the entrance of the machine and remove it as soon as possible
or have it hand-inspected by security personnel. Security officials may require you to turn your
notebook on, so make sure you have a charged battery on hand.
Batteries
Caring for your Batteries
• Always handle batteries carefully.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals (that is, do not touch both terminals with a metal object).
Do not carry lose batteries in a pocket or purse where they may mix with coins, keys, or other metal
objects. Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not drop, puncture, disassemble, mutilate or incinerate the battery.
• Recharge batteries only as described in this manual and only in ventilated areas.
• Do not leave batteries in hot locations for more than a day or two; high heat can shorten battery life.
• Do not leave a battery in storage for longer than 6 months without recharging it.
Increasing Battery Life
• Power your notebook through the AC or optional auto/airline adapter whenever possible.
• If your notebook is running on battery power all day, connect it to the AC adapter overnight to
recharge the battery.
• Keep brightness to the lowest level comfortable.
• Set the power management for maximum battery life.
• Put your notebook in standby mode when it is turned on and you are not actually using it.
• Limit your media drive access.
• Disable the Media Player auto insert notification function.
• Always use fully charged batteries.
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Media Care
Caring for your Media (optional)
Media discs (DVD/CD/CD-R) are precision devices and will function reliably if given reasonable care.
• Always store your media disc in its case when it is not in use.
• Always handle discs by the edges and avoid touching the surface.
• Avoid storing any media discs in extreme temperatures.
• Do not bend media discs or set heavy objects on them.
• Do not spill liquids on media discs.
• Do not scratch or get dust on media discs.
• Never write on the label surface with a ballpoint pen or pencil. Always use a felt pen.
• If a media disc is subjected to a sudden change in temperature, cold to warm condensation may form
on the surface. Wipe the moisture off with a clean, soft, lint free cloth and let it dry at room
temperature. DO NOT use a hair dryer or heater to dry media discs.
• If a disc is dirty, use only a DVD/CD cleaner or wipe it with a clean, soft, lint free cloth starting
from the inner edge and wiping to the outer edge.
Caring for your Optical Drive (optional)
The optional external optical drive is durable but you must treat it with care. Pay attention to the following:
• The drive rotates the compact disc at a very high speed. Do not carry it around or subject it to shock
or vibration with the power on.
• Avoid using or storing the drive where it is damp, dusty, or will be exposed to extreme temperatures.
• Avoid using or storing the drive near magnets or devices that generate strong magnetic fields.
• Avoid using or storing the drive where it will be subjected to shock or vibration.
• Do not disassemble or dismantle the optical drive.
• Use of a commercially available lens cleaner is recommended for regular maintenance of the drive.
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Chapter 6
System Specifications
Specifications
This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu P3010 LifeBook
notebook. Specifications of particular configurations will vary.
Configuration Label
The configuration label located on the bottom of your notebook contains specific information regarding the
options you’ve chosen for your notebook. Following is an example configuration label.
Built-in color flat-panel TFT active matrix LED backlight display with simultaneous display capability.
Video Color and Resolution
11.6" Wide SVGA display
• Internal: 1366 x 768 pixel resolution (16:9), 16M colors
• External: 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 16M colors
• Simultaneous: 1600 x 1200 pixel resolution, 16M colorsVideo RAM
AMD RS780 video graphics. Up to 128 MB shared video memory using Dynamic Video Memory
Technology (DVMT)
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Audio
• Realtek codec ALC269Q-GR with High Definition (HD) audio.
• Headphones: Stereo headphone jack, 3.5 mm, 1 V
• Microphone: Stereo microphone jack, 3.5 mm, 100 mV
• Two built-in stereo speakers
• One built-in digital mono microphone
Mass Storage Device Options
Hard Drive
Serial ATA, 150 Mbps data buffer, 5400 rpm, 2.5”
Features
Integrated Pointing Device
Touchpad cursor control
Web Camera
Integrated 1.3 MP web camera
Communications
• Gigabit LAN: Internal wired 10/100 Ethernet LAN
• WLAN: Atheros Align™ 802.11bgn
or less, minimum impedance 32 Ohms
rms
or less, minimum impedance 10K Ohms
p-p
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth V2.1 device for wireless personal area network communication
• Wireless LAN antenna
Theft Prevention Lock
Lock slot for use with security restraint systems.
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Device Ports
On the notebook:
• Memory Stick/Secure Digital (MS/SD) Card slot
• One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external monitor (see Display specifications)
• Three USB 2.0 (Universal Serial Bus) connectors for input/output devices
• One DC In connector
• One LAN (RJ-45) connector
• One stereo headphone jack
• One stereo microphone/line-in jack
Keyboard
Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2 compatible keyboards.
• Total number of keys: 84
• Function keys: F1 through F12, plus Fn extension key
• Two Windows keys: one Start key, one application key
• Key pitch: 19 mm; key stroke: 1.8 mm
• Left and right buttons
• External USB keyboard/mouse support
Power
Battery
Standard Lithium ion battery, rechargeable, 6-cell 10.8V, 5200 mAh
AC Adapter
Autosensing 100-240V AC, supplying 19V DC, 3.16A (60W), to the notebook; includes an AC cable
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Power Management
Conforms to ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface).
Dimensions and Weight
Overall Dimensions
Approximately 10.16"(w) x 7.4"(d) x 1.26” / 1.69” (h) (258 mm x 188 mm x 32 mm / 42.9 mm)
Weight
Approximately 2.93 lb. (1.33 Kg) with battery
Environmental Requirements
Temperature
Operating: 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C). Non-operating: 5° to 140° F (–15° to 60° C)
Humidity
Operating: 20% to 85%, relative, non-condensing. Non-operating: 8% to 85%, relative, non-condensing
Altitude
Operating: 10,000 feet (3,048 m) maximum
Popular Accessories
For ordering or additional information on Fujitsu accessories please visit our Web site at
www.shopfujitsu.com or call 1-800-FUJITSU.
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Included Software
Depending on your operating system, your notebook comes with software for playing audio and video
files of various formats. In addition there is file transfer software, virus protection software and Power
Management software. The following list indicates the software included with your system.
• Adobe Reader
• CyberLink PowerDVD
• CyberLink YouCam
• Norton Internet Security™ (90-day free trial)
• Roxio Creator
• Fujitsu Driver Update Utility
• Microsoft Office Activation Assistant
• Microsoft Works 9.0 with Office 2007 Student and Home Trial Edition
Learning About Your Software
Tutorials
All operating systems and most application software have tutorials built into them upon installation. We
highly recommend that you step through the tutorial before you use an application.
Manuals
Included with your notebook you will find manuals for your installed operating system and other preinstalled software. Any manuals that are not included, are available online through the help system of the
software. We recommend that you review these manuals for general information on the use of these
applications.
Adobe Reader
The Adobe Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files from across all of the major
computing platforms.
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Norton Internet Security
Your system is preinstalled with a free 60-day trial version of Symantec’s Norton Internet Security™.
Norton Internet Security is a suite of tools designed to protect your notebook from computer viruses,
hackers, spyware, and spam. It assists in the protection of data currently on your hard disk from
destruction or contamination. The trial version is activated upon your acceptance of software license
agreement. After 60 days, you will need to purchase a subscription from Symantec to download latest
virus, spyware, and spam definitions.
Roxio Creator
Roxio Creator lets you burn CDs and organize, edit and share digital photos, music, data, or videos.
CyberLink PowerDVD
CyberLink PowerDVD allows you to produce and edit home movies and slideshows on discs.
CyberLink YouCam
CyberLink YouCam allows you to capture photos or movies on the embedded webcam, add special effects
to them, and share them in a variety of formats or via social networks.
Fujitsu Driver Update Utility
The Fujitsu Driver Update (FDU) utility is pre-installed on your system. With FDU, you can choose to
automatically or manually go to the Fujitsu site to check for new updates for your system. See
“Automatically Downloading Driver Updates” on page 82.
Microsoft Works with Office 2007 Student and Home Trial Edition
Microsoft Works 9.0 is a software suite containing the basic tools to write letters and reports, track family
and friends with address books, manage home finances, and create a home inventory.
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Glossary
AC Adapter
A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your
notebook.
Access point
Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and wired network traffic.
ACPI
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
Active-Matrix Display
A type of technology for making flat-panel displays which has a transistor or similar device for every
pixel on the screen.
Ad Hoc Mode
Ad Hoc Mode refers to a wireless network architecture where wireless network connectivity between
multiple computers is established without a central wireless network device, typically known as Access
Points. Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion.
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ADSL
Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line. Technology for transporting high bit-rate services over ordinary
phone lines.
AGP
Accelerated Graphics Port. Graphics port specifically designed for graphics-intensive devices, such as
video cards and 3D accelerators.
Auto/Airline Adapter
A device which converts the DC voltage from an automobile cigarette lighter or aircraft DC power
outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your notebook.
BIOS
Basic Input-Output System. A program and set of default parameters stored in ROM which tests and
operates your notebook when you turn it on until it loads your installed operating system from disk.
Information from the BIOS is transferred to the installed operating system to provide it with
information on the configuration and status of the hardware.
Bit
An abbreviation for binary digit. A single piece of information which is either a one (1) or a zero (0).
bps
An abbreviation for bits per second. Used to describe data transfer rates.
Boot
To start-up a computer and load its operating system from disk, ROM or other storage media into
RAM.
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Bus
An electrical circuit which passes data between the CPU and the sub-assemblies inside your notebook.
Byte
8 bits of parallel binary information.
Cache Memory
A block of memory built into the micro-processor which is much faster to access than your system
RAM and used in specially structured ways to make your overall data handling time faster.
CD-ROM
Compact disk read only memory. This is a form of digital data storage which is read optically with a
laser rather than a magnetic head. A typical CD-ROM can contain about 600MB of data and is not
subject to heads crashing into the surface and destroying the data when there is a failure nor to wear
from reading.
Channel
Range of narrow-band frequencies used by the WLAN device to transmit data. IEEE802.11b/g - 11
channels, 22 MHz wide channels.
Command
An instruction which you give your operating system. Example: run a particular application or format
a floppy disk.
Configuration
The combination of hardware and software that makes up your system and how it is allocated for use.
Data
The information a system stores and processes.
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