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Fujitsu LifeBook P1610 User Manual

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Fujitsu LifeBook

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  • Page 1: Fujitsu Lifebook

    P Series.book Page 1 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Fujitsu LifeBook ® P1610 Notebook User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 P Series.book Page 2 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM...
  • Page 3 We disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes. Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, and LifeBook are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited. Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 4 P Series.book Page 4 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About This Guide ......3 Fujitsu Contact Information ....3 Warranty .
  • Page 6 P Series.book Page 6 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Power Management Suspend/Resume Button ....34 Standby Mode .
  • Page 7 P Series.book Page 7 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM GLOSSARY Glossary ....... 77 APPENDIX A: INTEGRATED WIRELESS LAN USER’S GUIDE Before Using the Wireless LAN...
  • Page 8 P Series.book Page 8 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 9 P Series.book Page 1 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Preface...
  • Page 10 P Series.book Page 2 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 11: Preface

    ■ Type of device connected, if any ■ Fujitsu Online You can go to the online Fujitsu Product catalog for your notebook by clicking on Start -> Fujitsu Weblinks -> LifeBook Accessories or by going to www.ShopFujitsu.com. You can also reach Fujitsu Service and Support online by going to Start ->...
  • Page 12 P Series.book Page 4 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Lifebook

    P Series.book Page 5 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Getting to Know Your LifeBook...
  • Page 14 P Series.book Page 6 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 15: Overview

    P Series.book Page 7 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Figure 2-1. Fujitsu LifeBook P1600 series notebook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook P1600 Series notebook. We strongly recom- mend that you read it before using your system, even if you are already familiar with mobile computers.

  • Page 16: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    P Series.book Page 8 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Locating the Controls and Connectors Connectors and peripheral interfaces on the LifeBook P1600 Series notebook and the optional port replicator allow you to connect a variety of devices.

  • Page 17: Front And Display Components

    P Series.book Page 9 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Built-in Microphone Fingerprint Sensor LifeBook Security/ Application Panel Buttons Speaker Quick Point Pointing Device Figure 2-4. LifeBook P1600 Series notebook with display open FRONT AND DISPLAY COMPONENTS The following is a brief description of the front and display features of the LifeBook P1600 Series notebook.

  • Page 18: Left-Side Panel Components

    P Series.book Page 10 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k WLAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch PC Card Slot PC Card Eject Button Figure 2-5.

  • Page 19: Right-Side Panel Components

    P Series.book Page 11 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k Secure Digital (SD) Card Slot Headphone Jack Microphone Jack Pen/Pen Holder...

  • Page 20: Rear Panel Components

    P Series.book Page 12 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k LAN (RJ-45) Port External Video Port (behind cover) Figure 2-7.

  • Page 21: Bottom Components

    P Series.book Page 13 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Main Unit and Configuration Label (approximate location) Figure 2-8. LifeBook P1600 Series notebook bottom panel BOTTOM COMPONENTS Following is a brief description of your notebook’s bottom panel components. (Figure 2-8) Battery Pack Latches The battery pack latches are used to lock the Lithium ion battery pack into the battery compartment.

  • Page 22: Status Indicators

    P Series.book Page 14 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Status Indicators The status indicators display symbols that correspond to specific components of your notebook.

  • Page 23: Display Panel

    P Series.book Page 15 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Latch Display Panel The convertible design of your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook allows you to open the display fully, rotate it 180 degrees in either direction, and lay it face up on the keyboard.

  • Page 24: Adjusting Display Panel Brightness

    Using the Fujitsu Menu to Adjust Brightness To adjust brightness using the Fujitsu menu, click on the Fujitsu Menu icon in the system tray in the lower right corner of the screen. From the menu that appears, select Brightness Control. The Brightness Control window will open.

  • Page 25: Keyboard

    P Series.book Page 17 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Fn Key Start Key Keyboard USING THE KEYBOARD Your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook has an integral 82-key keyboard. The keys perform all the standard functions of a 101-key keyboard, including the Windows keys and other special function keys.

  • Page 26: Function Keys

    P Series.book Page 18 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k FUNCTION KEYS Your system has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each applica- tion.

  • Page 27: Lifebook Security/Application Panel

    P Series.book Page 19 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Button 3/Screen Rotation Button 4/Function Button Button 2/Application B/ Page Up Button 1/Application A/ Page Down Figure 2-17. LifeBook P1600 Series notebook application buttons LifeBook Security/ Application Panel A unique feature of your LifeBook notebook is the Secu- rity/Application Panel that allows you to secure your notebook from unauthorized use.

  • Page 28: Operating Your Security/ Application Panel

    L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k 1. Go to the Start menu. 2. Click on Run. 3. Type in: C:\Program Files\Fujitsu\ Security Panel Application\ Supervisor\FJSECS.EXE, then press [Enter] 4.

  • Page 29: Using The Lifebook Application Panel

    G e t t i n g t o K n o w Y o u r L i f e B o o k If you forget both passwords, please contact Fujitsu Computer Systems Service and Support at 1-800- 8FUJITSU (1-800-838-5487).
  • Page 30 Refer to specific details above. Pressing the Fn button twice in succession causes the Fujitsu Menu Utility to appear on your screen, allowing you to modify certain system settings. Ctl+Alt+Del Button...

  • Page 31: Changing Button Functions

    P Series.book Page 23 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM CHANGING BUTTON FUNCTIONS The Application A, B, and C buttons can be changed to launch a program or perform an action you select. By default, the Application A button launches the Calcu- lator and the Application B button launches WordPad (Windows XP Professional) or MS Journal (Windows XP Tablet PC Edition).

  • Page 32: Clicking

    P Series.book Page 24 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Cursor Control Left Button Scroll Button Right Button Quick Point Pointing...

  • Page 33: Quick Point Control Adjustment

    To avoid potential scratching and damage, never use anything but the included stylus or your finger with the Touch Screen. To purchase additional or replacement styluses, visit Fujitsu’s accessories website at: www.shopfujitsu.com. Clicking To left-click, touch the object you wish to select and then lift the stylus tip immediately.
  • Page 34 P Series.book Page 26 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Dragging Dragging means moving an item with the stylus by touching the screen, moving and then lifting the stylus.

  • Page 35: Volume Control

    P Series.book Page 27 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. Any software that contains audio files will also contain a volume control of its own. If...
  • Page 36 P Series.book Page 28 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 37: Using Your Lifebook

    P Series.book Page 29 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Using Your LifeBook...
  • Page 38 P Series.book Page 30 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 39: Power Sources

    P Series.book Page 31 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM AC Adapter AC Cable Power Sources Your LifeBook P1600 Series 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 system and charging the battery.

  • Page 40: Starting Your Lifebook

    To enter the BIOS Setup Utility do the following: 1. Turn on or restart your notebook. 2. Press any key or click your mouse once the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. This will open the main menu of the BIOS Setup Utility with the current settings displayed.

  • Page 41: Booting The System

    When you turn on your LifeBook 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.

  • Page 42: Power Management

    P Series.book Page 34 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Power Management Your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook has many options and features for conserving battery power.

  • Page 43: Hibernate Mode

    P Series.book Page 35 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM from Standby mode, your system will return to the point where it left off. To resume operation, you must use the Suspend/Resume button to resume operation, and there must be an adequate power source available, or your system will not resume If you are running your notebook on battery power, be aware that the battery...

  • Page 44: Power Off

    P Series.book Page 36 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Turning off your system without exiting Windows or turning on your system within 10 seconds of the system being shut off may cause an error when you start the...

  • Page 45: User-Installable Features

    P Series.book Page 37 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM User-Installable Features...
  • Page 46 P Series.book Page 38 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 47: Lithium Ion Battery

    P Series.book Page 39 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook has a Lithium ion battery that provides power for operating your note- book when no external power source is available. The battery is durable and long lasting, but should not be exposed to extreme temperatures, high voltages, chemi- cals or other hazards.

  • Page 48: Replacing The Battery

    P Series.book Page 40 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k 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.

  • Page 49: Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the SDRAM module only from the Fujitsu web store at www.shopfujitsu.com The system contains components that can be severely damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD).

  • Page 50: Installing A Memory Upgrade Module

    P Series.book Page 42 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k INSTALLING A MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE 1.

  • Page 51: Secure Digital Media

    P Series.book Page 43 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM SD Card Slot Secure Digital Media Your LifeBook notebook supports 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.

  • Page 52: Pc Cards

    P Series.book Page 44 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k PC Card Slot PC Card Figure 4-6.

  • Page 53: Port Replicator

    P Series.book Page 45 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Port Replicator Release Latch Port Replicator An optional Port Replicator is available from Fujitsu to support your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook. The Port Replicator extends the functionality of your system by providing ports to connect USB devices, an external monitor, external speaker, or a LAN device.

  • Page 54: Attaching Port Replicator

    P Series.book Page 46 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k ATTACHING PORT REPLICATOR To attach the Port Replicator, align the Port Replicator connector on the bottom of your notebook with the connector on the Port Replicator and push the corners down simulta-...

  • Page 55: Device Ports

    The maximum speed is 33600 bps at upload. ■ The internal modem on all LifeBook P1600 Series notebook’s from Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation are certified for use in the United States and Canada. INTERNAL LAN (RJ-45) JACK The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal 10/ 100/1000 BaseTx Ethernet connection.

  • Page 56: External Video Port

    P Series.book Page 48 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k If you plug headphones into the headphone jack, the built-in stereo speakers will be disabled.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    P Series.book Page 49 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Troubleshooting...
  • Page 58 P Series.book Page 50 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Table, that follows, for more detailed troubleshooting information. 8. If you still have the problem after taking all of the above approaches, please check our support website at http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support for possible known support issues. If you keep notes about what you have ■...

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting Table

    P Series.book Page 52 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE Problem Audio Problems .
  • Page 61 P Series.book Page 53 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Problem Possible Cause You have installed an external Your external device is not prop- keyboard or mouse, and it erly installed. does not seem to work. Your operating system software is not set up with the correct driver for that device.
  • Page 62 P Series.book Page 54 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Problem Possible Cause You have installed a USB Your device and another device device, but your notebook...
  • Page 63 P Series.book Page 55 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Problem Possible Cause Your notebook turns off all You are operating on battery by itself. power only and have ignored a low battery alarm until the (continued) battery is at the dead battery state and your machine has gone into Dead Battery Suspend mode.
  • Page 64 Possible Solutions Set the operating source by pressing the [F2] key while the Fujitsu logo is on screen, entering the setup utility and adjusting the source settings from the Boot menu. See “BIOS Setup Utility” on page 32.
  • Page 65 P Series.book Page 57 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Problem Possible Cause The display goes blank by The notebook has gone into itself after you have been Video Timeout, Standby Mode, using it. or Hibernate Mode because you have not used it for a period of (continued) time.

  • Page 66: Power On Self Test Messages

    P Series.book Page 58 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k 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.

  • Page 67: Modem Result Codes

    P Series.book Page 59 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM *Real time clock error Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair. Contact your support representative. *Shadow RAM Failed at offset: nnnn Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected.

  • Page 68: Restoring The Factory Image

    Restoring Your Pre-installed Software The Drivers and Applications Restore (DAR) CD contains sets of device drivers and Fujitsu utilities (in specific directories) that are unique to your notebook configuration for use as documented below If you have access to the internet, visit the Fujitsu Support website at http:// www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/support to...

  • Page 69: Automatically Downloading Driver Updates

    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...
  • Page 70 P Series.book Page 62 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - S e c t i o n F i v e L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 71: Care And Maintenance

    P Series.book Page 63 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Care and Maintenance...
  • Page 72 P Series.book Page 64 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 73: Care And Maintenance

    P Series.book Page 65 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Care and Maintenance If you use your LifeBook P1600 Series notebook care- fully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the system and its devices.

  • Page 74: Keyboard

    P Series.book Page 66 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Outlet Type Location United States, Canada, Mexico, parts of Latin America, Japan, Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan...

  • Page 75: Optional Optical Drive And Discs

    P Series.book Page 67 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM OPTIONAL OPTICAL DRIVE AND DISCS Caring for your discs CDs and DVD discs are precision devices and will func- tion reliably if given reasonable care. Always store your discs in their case when not in use. ■...
  • Page 76 P Series.book Page 68 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 77: System Specifications

    P Series.book Page 69 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM System Specifications...
  • Page 78 P Series.book Page 70 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 79: Configuration Label

    Figure 7-1. Configuration Label LifeBook P1600 Series notebook Specifications The specifications for your particular model may vary. To determine the specifications for your system, please visit our website at: us.fujitsu.com/computers. Physical Specifications Dimensions 9.13” w x 6.57” d x 1.36" / 1.46"...

  • Page 80: Power Specifications

    P Series.book Page 72 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k LifeBook P1600 Series notebook Specifications Audio •...

  • Page 81: Regulatory Information

    P Series.book Page 73 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Regulatory Information Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Fujitsu could void this user’s authority to operate the equipment FCC NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.
  • Page 82 Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorized maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecom- munication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
  • Page 83 P Series.book Page 75 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Glossary...
  • Page 84 P Series.book Page 76 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 85: Glossary

    P Series.book Page 77 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your note- book. 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...
  • Page 86 P Series.book Page 78 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A protocol used for automatically fetching communica- tion parameters such as IP addresses.
  • Page 87 P Series.book Page 79 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM maximum speed of 54 Mbps by using a 5 GHz band which can freely be used without radio communication license. IEEE802.11b One of the wireless LAN standards prescribed by 802 committee in charge of establishing standards of LAN technology in IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Elec- tronic Engineers).
  • Page 88 P Series.book Page 80 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Modem A contraction for MOdulator-DEModulator. The equipment which connects a computer or other data terminal to a communication line.
  • Page 89 P Series.book Page 81 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information. Random Access Memory. A hardware component of your notebook that holds binary information (both program and data) as long as it has the proper power applied to it.
  • Page 90 P Series.book Page 82 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Underwriters Laboratories – An independent organiza- tion that tests and certifies the electrical safety of devices.

  • Page 91: Appendix A: Integrated

    P Series.book Page 83 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Appendix A Integrated Wireless LAN* User’s Guide *Optional Device...
  • Page 92 P Series.book Page 84 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 93: Wireless Lan User's Guide

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly autho- rized by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment. Canadian Notice...

  • Page 94: Before Using The Wireless Lan

    P Series.book Page 86 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Before Using the Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to prop- erly setup and configure the integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device"...

  • Page 95: Wireless Network Considerations

    Deactivation of the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). Fujitsu mobile computers employ two methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device: Using the Wireless On/Off Switch ■...

  • Page 96: Activating The Wlan Device

    P Series.book Page 88 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Deactivation using the Wireless On/Off Switch The WLAN device can be deactivated quickly and effi- ciently by toggling the Wireless On/Off Switch to the Off position.

  • Page 97: Configuration Of The Wlan Device

    P Series.book Page 89 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Configuration of the WLAN Device The WLAN Device can be configured to establish wire- less network connectivity using one of the following tools: Intel PROSet Software - The Intel PROSet Software ■...

  • Page 98: Configuration Using Atheros Client Utility

    P Series.book Page 90 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k 19. Click the Enable 802.1x checkbox to enable the 802.1x security option.

  • Page 99: Connection To The Network

    P Series.book Page 91 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Field Name Description Power Save Options are Maximum, Normal, or Mode Network Type Options are AP (Infrastructure) or Ad 802.11b Specifies the preamble setting in Preamble 802.11b. The default setting is Short and Long (Access Point mode), which allows both short and long headers in the 802.11b frames.
  • Page 100 P Series.book Page 92 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Confirm the settings of [Full computer name:] and [Workgroup:].
  • Page 101 P Series.book Page 93 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Click the link stating “If you understand the secu- rity risks, but want to share files without running the wizard, click here”. Click “Just enable file sharing” and click [OK]. Check the [Share this folder on the network] check To specify the corresponding folder as a read-only folder, select the [Read only]...
  • Page 102 P Series.book Page 94 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Radio Frequency ■ Channel Number ■...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    P Series.book Page 95 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Troubleshooting the WLAN TROUBLESHOOTING Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. Problem Possible Cause Unavailable Incorrect network name (SSID) or network network key connection...

  • Page 104: Glossary

    P Series.book Page 96 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Wireless LAN Glossary GLOSSARY Access point Wireless network device used to bridge wireless and...
  • Page 105 P Series.book Page 97 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM PEAP (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol) An improvement over EAP, making authentication much easier to achieve. PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethernet) A method of allowing the authentication protocol adopted in telephone line connection (PPP) to be used over an Ethernet.

  • Page 106: Ip Address Information

    P Series.book Page 98 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k IP address information ABOUT IP ADDRESSES IP addressing is much more complicated than can be briefly explained in this...

  • Page 107: Specifications

    P Series.book Page 99 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Number of channels Typical operating distances** Security Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (during ad hoc connection) * “Wi-Fi based”...

  • Page 108: Using The Bluetooth Device

    L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Using the Bluetooth Device The Integrated Bluetooth module (EYTF3CSFT) is an optional device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. WHAT IS BLUETOOTH Bluetooth technology is designed as a short-range wire- less link between mobile devices, such as laptop computers, phones, printers, and cameras.

  • Page 109: Appendix B: Using The Fingerprint Swipe Sensor

    P Series.book Page 101 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Appendix B Using the Fingerprint Swipe Sensor...
  • Page 110 P Series.book Page 102 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...

  • Page 111: Fingerprint Sensor Device

    P Series.book Page 103 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Fingerprint Sensor Device INTRODUCING THE FINGERPRINT SENSOR DEVICE Your system has a fingerprint sensor device in the loca- tion shown in the figure below. Fingerprint Recognition Sensor Figure B-1 Fingerprint sensor With a fingerprint sensor, you can avoid having to enter a username and password every time you want to: Log onto Windows...

  • Page 112: User Enrollment

    P Series.book Page 104 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Verifying Information about OmniPass After you have completed installing OmniPass and restarted your system, you may wish to check the version of OmniPass on your system.

  • Page 113: Using Omnipass

    P Series.book Page 105 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM will be your Windows computer name. In a corpo- rate environment, or when accessing corporate resources, the Domain: may not be your Windows computer name. Click [Next] to continue. 3. In this step OmniPass captures your fingerprint. Refer to “Enrolling a Fingerprint”...
  • Page 114 P Series.book Page 106 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Go to a site that requires a login (username and pass- word), but do not log in yet.

  • Page 115: Configuring Omnipass

    P Series.book Page 107 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM You can view the credentials stored for any remembered website by highlighting the desired resource under Pass- word Protected Dialog and clicking Unmask Values. Should a password be reset, or an account expire, you can remove stored credentials from OmniPass.

  • Page 116: Omnipass Control Center

    P Series.book Page 108 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Exporting an OmniPass User Profile To export a user, open the OmniPass Control Center, and click Import/Export User under Manage Users.

  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    P Series.book Page 109 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM you can set how OmniPass notifies the user of OmniPass events (e.g., successful login, access denied, etc.). The details of each setting under the Audio Settings and Taskbar Tips interfaces are self-explanatory. The Enrollment interface allows you to enroll finger- prints.
  • Page 118 P Series.book Page 110 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...
  • Page 119 ........66 Fujitsu Driver Update utility ....61 Function Key F10 .
  • Page 120 P Series.book Page 112 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - I n d e x L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k Hard Disk Drive access indicator .
  • Page 121 P Series.book Page 113 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM Restoring the Factory Image ....60 Restoring Your Pre-installed Software ... . 60 RJ-11 .
  • Page 122 P Series.book Page 114 Monday, October 9, 2006 10:58 AM L i f e B o o k P S e r i e s N o t e b o o k - I n d e x L i f e B o o k P 1 6 0 0 S e r i e s N o t e b o o k...
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