Application Descriptions - Fujitsu Lifebook E7010 User Manual

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APPLICATION DESCRIPTIONS

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Fujitsu BatteryAid (Windows 98 and 2000)/
HotKey (Windows XP)
Fujitsu BatteryAid allows you to optimize system power
by monitoring and managing battery status. Fujitsu
HotKey allows you to monitor and manage the status of
the screen brightness and system volume. (See your
BatteryAid online help for more information on the correct
way to use this program)
P O I N T
As your notebook does not support the CPU Clock
control, the option is not active within the Power Control
menu of BatteryAid.
Softex BayManager (Windows 98)
BayManager provides a simple and powerful method of
switching drives of a LifeBook notebook computer
without having to reboot the computer. Windows 98
Second Edition does not natively support hot swapping.
With BayManager, you can swap bay devices while your
OS is running, this is called hot-swapping.
BayManager Features
Allows hot-swapping of devices on your LifeBook
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notebook. You do not need to shut down the system
to exchange devices.
Works under Windows 98 Second Edition.
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Works under ACPI and APM.
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Provides power management integrity for devices
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that enter and leave the system.
Drive Image Special Edition (DISE) by PowerQuest
DISE by PowerQuest provides a way to restore your
computer if you experience a hard disk crash or other
system failure. DISE is used to restore the factory image
and restore the system to its original state. Note that on
systems with Windows 98 installed, the DISE directory
structure is in place, but the drive image and DISE soft-
ware have not yet been installed. (See Drive Image
Special Edition (DISE) on page 72 for more information)
Intel SpeedStep (Windows 98 and 2000)
Intel SpeedStep allows your Lifebook to operate in dual
mode. When connected to AC source, the system oper-
ates in Maximum Performance mode. When powered
by battery, the system switches to Battery Optimized
mode to conserve battery life. SpeedStep software is
automatically loaded when you start your system and
appears on the system tray as flags in one of two modes:
(1) A checker flag indicates that the system is set for
S p e c i f i c a t i o n s
Maximum Performance mode. (2) A blue flag with a
green center square indicates that the system is set for
Battery Optimized mode. You can change the setting or
disable the software by double-clicking the flag icon and
changing the settings in the Intel SpeedStep Technology
window.
LifeBook Application Panel Software
Your LifeBook notebook is pre-installed with software
utilities that let you operate and configure your Life-
Book Application Panel. These utilities are found under
the Start menu, under Programs, then under LifeBook
Application Panel. They include a CD Player, Applica-
tion Panel Setup, Application Panel Guide, Activate
Panel, Deactivate Panel and E-mail LED Setup.
LifeBook Security Panel Software
LifeBook Security Panel allows you to secure your Life-
Book notebook from unauthorized use. If the security
system is activated, upon starting your LifeBook note-
book or resuming from Suspend mode the security
system requires you to enter a password code using the
buttons on the 5-button Security Panel. After entering a
correct password, your LifeBook notebook resumes
system operation.
McAfee.com Scan for Virus
Scan for Virus, by McAfee.com, is a web-based antivirus
program that can be run from the McAfee.com website
after loading data or programs onto your LifeBook note-
book. It assists in the protection of the data currently
residing on your hard disk from destruction or contami-
nation due to computer virus. (See your online help, or go
to the McAfee web site at: http://www.mcafee.com for more
information on how and when to run this program)
Netscape 6
Netscape 6 provides a suite of Internet tools.
Quicken 2002 New User Edition
Quicken 2002 by Intuit is a personal money manage-
ment program. It has features such as portfolio manage-
ment, account registries, on-line banking and bill paying
features.
Fujitsu Service Assistant
The Fujitsu Service Assistant is an interactive support
tool that provides automated diagnosis and solutions for
your hardware and software problems. The Fujitsu
Service Assistant has the ability to automatically detect
new messages when online. This tool is located in one
or both of the following locations:
A Fujitsu Service Assistant icon on your desktop
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In the Start -> Service and Support folder.
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New support information for the Fujitsu Service Assis-
tant tool may be available after the purchase of your
notebook. To receive the most up-to-date information,
please connect to the Internet prior to using the Fujitsu
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