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  • Page 1  User’s Guide Learn how to use your Fujitsu LifeBook P770 notebook...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2009 Fujitsu America, Incorporated. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated, without prior written consent of Fujitsu. No part of this publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without the written consent of Fujitsu.
  • Page 3 (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, (2) This device must accept any interference received,  including interference that may cause undesired operation. ARNING A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE Fujitsu America, Incorporated 1250 E. Arques Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (408) 746-6000 Base Model Configuration: LifeBook P770 notebook Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This unit requires an AC adapter to operate. Use only UL Listed I.T.E. Class II Adapters with an output rating of 19 VDC, with a  current of 3.16 A, 60 W. AC adapter output polarity: When using your notebook equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: •...
  • Page 5 * To order a new battery for your Fujitsu mobile computer, go to the Fujitsu shopping site at www.fujitsu.ca/products/notebooks ** RBRC is an independent third party to which Fujitsu provides funding for battery recycling; RBRC is in no way affiliated with Fujitsu.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Fujitsu Contact Information ........14...
  • Page 7 Fujitsu Driver Update Utility ........53...
  • Page 8 Power/Suspend/Resume Button ....... . . 54 Sleep Mode ..........54 Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) Feature .
  • Page 9 Installing ExpressCards ........79 Removing ExpressCards.
  • Page 10 Caring for your LifeBook Notebook ......110 Cleaning your LifeBook notebook ....... 112 Storing your LifeBook notebook .
  • Page 11 Glossary ........... . . 126 Regulatory Information .
  • Page 12 Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device ......161 Getting Started ..........162 Installing OmniPass .

  • Page 13: Preface

    It is powered by an all new 2010 Intel® Core™ Processor and integrated Intel HD Graphics. The notebook has a built-in 12.1” wide XGA color display. This manual explains how to operate your LifeBook P770 Series notebook’s hardware and built-in system software. Your notebook comes with Windows 7 Professional or Windows XP Professional edition pre- installed.

  • Page 14: Fujitsu Contact Information

    OOK NOTEBOOK Fujitsu Contact Information Service and Support You can contact Fujitsu Service and Support in the following ways: • Toll free: 1-800-8Fujitsu (1-800-838-5487) • Website: 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: •...
  • Page 15 OU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE INTERNET CONNECTION TO USE THE ONLINE Limited Warranty Your LifeBook P770 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.

  • Page 16: Getting To Know Your Lifebook

    Getting to Know Your LifeBook Overview This section describes the components of your Fujitsu LifeBook P770 notebook. We strongly recommend that you read it before using your notebook – even if you are already familiar with notebook computers. Figure 1. Fujitsu LifeBook P770 notebook...

  • Page 17: Locating The Controls And Connectors

    Locating the Controls and Connectors Stereo Speaker Touchpad Pointing Device Fingerprint Recognition/ Scroll Sensor Status Indicator Panel Status Indicator Panel Figure 2. LifeBook notebook with display open 17 - Locating the Controls and Connectors Optional Web Camera Display Panel Application Panel Buttons Power/Suspend/ Resume Button...

  • Page 18: Front And Display Components

    The display panel is a color LCD panel with LED backlighting for the display of text and graphics. LifeBook Application Panel Buttons The LifeBook P770 Series notebook application panel buttons provide application launch capabilities. See “LifeBook Application Panel/Support Button” on page 39.
  • Page 19 Fingerprint Recognition/Scroll Sensor The fingerprint recognition sensor allows you to increase the security of your system by having it "recognize" your unique fingerprint. See “Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device” on page 161. The fingerprint recognition sensor can also be used as a scroll sensor that lets you navigate quickly through a document without having to use the window scroll bars.

  • Page 20: Left-Side Panel Components

    External Video Port Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch ExpressCard Slot ExpressCard Eject Button Air Vents Headphone Jack DC Power Jack HDMI Port USB 2.0 Ports Microphone Jack Figure 3. LifeBook notebook left-side panel Left-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s left-side components. External Video Port The external video port allows you to connect your LifeBook notebook to an external video device such as a monitor.
  • Page 21 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. HDMI Port The HDMI port is used to connect compatible digital devices with your computer (such as a high- definition television or AV receiver).

  • Page 22: Right-Side Panel Components

    Optical Drive SD Card Slot LAN (RJ-45) Port Optical Drive Release Button USB Port Anti-Theft Lock Slot Figure 4. LifeBook notebook right-side panel Right-Side Panel Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s right-side components. Optical Drive The optical drive bay contains a Dual-Layer Multi-Format DVD Writer.
  • Page 23 USB 2.0 Ports The USB 2.0 ports 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. There are two USB 2.0 ports on the left side of the system and one on the right.

  • Page 24: Bottom Components

    Air Vents (various locations) Bottom Components The following is a brief description of your LifeBook notebook’s bottom panel components. 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.
  • Page 25 Memory Upgrade Compartment Your notebook comes with high speed Double Data Rate 3 Synchronous Dynamic RAM (DDR3 SDRAM). The memory upgrade compartment allows you to expand the system memory capacity of your notebook, thus improving overall performance. See “Memory Upgrade Module” on page 65. Under normal circumstances, it should not be necessary to open this compartment.

  • Page 26: Status Indicator Panel

    Status Indicator Panel The Status Indicator displays LEDs adjacent to symbols that correspond with specific components of your LifeBook notebook. These lights tell you how each of those components is operating. When you turn off the system, all indicators will go off, except when the AC adapter is connected (Charging LED will be lit). Power Saving NumLk Utility Indicator...

  • Page 27: Power Saving Utility Indicator

    Power Saving Utility Indicator The Power Saving Utility indicator glows when the power saving utility is running. The power saving utility is a special power-saving mode that is initiated with the ECO button on the application panel. Hard Disk/Optical Drive Access Indicator The Hard Disk/Optical Drive access indicator lights when the hard disk or optical drive is being accessed.

  • Page 28: Power Indicator

    Power Indicator The Power indicator symbol shows whether your system is operational. It has several different states, each of which tells you what mode your notebook is in at that time. • Steady On: This means that there is power to your notebook and that it is ready for use. •...

  • Page 29: Battery Level Indicator

    Battery Level Indicator The Battery Level indicator displays the charge level of the battery pack, as follows: • Green, solid: Battery is between 50% and 100% charged. • Orange, solid: Battery is between 13% and 49% charged. • Red, solid: Battery is between 0% and 12% charged. •...

  • Page 30: Keyboard

    Fn Key Start Key Using the Keyboard Your LifeBook P770 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. This section describes the following keys. (Figure 7)
  • Page 31 Windows Keys Your LifeBook P770 Series 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.
  • Page 32 Function Keys Your LifeBook notebook has 12 function keys, F1 through F12. The functions assigned to these keys differ for each application. You should refer to your software documentation to find out how these keys are used. • [Fn+F3]: Pressing [F3] while holding [Fn] will toggle the Audio Mute on and off. •...

  • Page 33: Touchpad Pointing Device

    Touchpad Pointing Device Touchpad Right Button Left Button Fingerprint Recognition/ Scroll Sensor Figure 8. Touchpad pointing device The Touchpad pointing device comes built into your LifeBook 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 and right button, and a scrolling sensor.
  • Page 34 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.
  • Page 35 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.

  • Page 36: Touchpad Control Adjustment

    The Windows Control Panel allows you to customize your Touchpad with selections made from within the Mouse Properties dialog box. Navigating Using Gestures The touchpad lets you use gestures to zoom, flick, rotate, and scroll on a page or scroll quickly through large documents.
  • Page 37 Figure 14. Zooming out with Touchpad Figure 13. Zooming in with Touchpad Figure 16. Using inertia Figure 15. Continuous scrolling 37 - Touchpad Pointing Device...

  • Page 38: Volume Control

    Volume Control Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has multiple volume controls which interact with each other. NY SOFTWARE THAT CONTAINS AUDIO FILES WILL ALSO CONTAIN A VOLUME CONTROL OF ITS OWN YOU INSTALL AN EXTERNAL AUDIO DEVICE THAT HAS AN INDEPENDENT VOLUME CONTROL...

  • Page 39: Lifebook Application Panel/Support Button

    Fujitsu Support Center utility or to launch a user-defined application. The default settings for the buttons are as follows: • Support Button - Starts the Fujitsu Support Center (See “Opening the Fujitsu Support Center with the Support Button” on page 41) •...

  • Page 40: Launching Applications With The Lifebook Application Panel

    • Email Button - Automatically launches Microsoft Outlook Express, from which you can read, create, and send email. • ECO Button - Automatically starts the Power Saving Utility • Application Button A - Launches whatever application is mapped to the button. Launching Applications with the LifeBook Application Panel Your notebook is pre-installed with software utilities that let you operate and configure your LifeBook Application Panel.

  • Page 41: Opening The Fujitsu Support Center With The Support Button

    The Support button performs different actions when the system is off or when it is on. When the system is booting, pressing the Support button will open the Fujitsu Start Boot Menu which allows you to select either Diagnostic Program (Windows XP systems) to test your system or Recovery and Utility (Windows 7) to perform a number of other functions, including recovery of your system.
  • Page 42 Center utility which offers three tabs: Manual, Diagnostic Program, and Support. Manual tab The Manual tab lets you automatically go to the Fujitsu Support website to download the system User’s Guide. (You must be connected to the Internet in order to use this function).

  • Page 43: Getting Started With Your Lifebook

    Chapter 2 Getting Started with Your LifeBook DC Power Jack DC Output Cable AC Adapter AC Cable Power Plug Figure 18. Connecting the AC Adapter...

  • Page 44: Power Sources

    Power Sources Your Fujitsu LifeBook 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.

  • Page 45: Display Panel

    Figure 19. Opening the Display Panel Display Panel Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook contains a display panel that is backlit for easier viewing in bright environments and maintains top resolution through the use of active-matrix technology. Opening the Display Panel Lift the display backwards, being careful not to touch the screen, until it is at a comfortable viewing angle.

  • Page 46: 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 three ways to adjust the brightness, keyboard, power management utility, and Fujitsu menu. Additionally, in Windows 7 systems, you can change the brightness using the Power Options in the Control Panel.
  • Page 47 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. (You can also open the Fujitsu menu by clicking the [Fn] button twice in succession.) Scroll down to the Mobility Center and double-click it, then double-click the icon adjacent...

  • Page 48: Starting Your Lifebook Notebook

    Starting Your LifeBook Notebook Power On Power/Suspend/Resume Button The Power/Suspend/Resume button is used to turn on your LifeBook notebook from its off state. Once you have connected your AC adapter or charged the internal Lithium ion battery, you can power on your LifeBook notebook.

  • Page 49: Boot Sequence

    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).

  • Page 50: Hard Disk Drive Passwords

    Turn on or restart your LifeBook. To 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.

  • Page 51: Booting The System

    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.

  • Page 52: Starting Windows The First Time

    During the course of the first start up, you will need to read and accept the End User License Agreements (EULAs) for Microsoft and Fujitsu. • F YOU REJECT THE TERMS OF THE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REVIEW THE LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR INFORMATION ON RETURNING •...

  • Page 53: 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 120.

  • Page 54: Power Management

    Power Management Your LifeBook 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.

  • Page 55: Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature

    • Pressing the Power/Suspend/Resume button when your system is turned on. • Selecting Sleep or Standby from the Windows Shut Down 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.

  • Page 56: Windows Power Management

    Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature Windows 7: The Hibernate is enabled by default. To disable or enable the Hibernation feature follow these steps: From the Start menu, select Control Panel, then select the Power Options icon. Select “Choose what the power button does” or “Choose what closing the lid does”, then make your selections (Do Nothing, Sleep, Hibernate, or Shut Down).

  • Page 57: Powering Off

    Click the [Start] button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Select the Restart option. Your notebook will shut down and then reboot. URNING OFF YOUR NOTEBOOK WITHIN YOU START THE NEXT TIME 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.
  • Page 58 Click the [Start] button, and then click Turn Off Computer. Select the Turn Off option. If you are going to store your notebook for a month or more, see Care and Maintenance Section. • LWAYS POWER OFF THE COMPUTER BEFORE TRANSPORTING AND THE SYSTEM WAIT UNTIL THE STATUS ILLUMINATED...

  • Page 59: Energy Star® Compliance

    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.

  • Page 60: User-Installable Features

    Chapter 3 User-Installable Features Lithium ion Battery Your LifeBook 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.

  • Page 61: Recharging The Batteries

    • ATTERY LIFE WILL VARY BASED ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SETTINGS BATTERY CONDITION AND OTHER CUSTOMER PREFERENCES MAY ALSO HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON BATTERY LIFE BATTERY AGES F YOUR BATTERY IS RUNNING LOW QUICKLY • NDER FEDERAL STATE TRASH AKE CARE OF OUR ENVIRONMENT AND DISPOSE OF BATTERIES PROPERLY GOVERNMENT AUTHORITY FOR DETAILS ON RECYCLING OR DISPOSING OF BATTERIES INFORMATION ELSEWHERE Recharging the Batteries...

  • Page 62: Replacing The Battery

    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 Sleep mode to try and protect your data for as long as possible.
  • Page 63 Shut down your notebook. If connected, disconnect the AC Adapter and turn the system over. Figure 20. Removing the Battery While holding the battery lock, slide the battery latch towards the center of the notebook; this will unlock the battery. Lift the battery from the battery compartment.
  • Page 64 Figure 21. Installing a Battery Swapping Batteries when another Power Source is available To swap batteries in your battery compartment when you have an additional power source (such as an AC Adapter), follow these easy steps: Plug in an AC Adapter to ensure power is supplied to the system. Slide and hold the battery lock, then slide the battery latch to unlock the battery.

  • Page 65: Memory Upgrade Module

    The memory upgrade must be a dual-in-line (DIMM) SDRAM module. To ensure 100% compatibility, purchase the memory module only from the Fujitsu web store at us.fujitsu.com/computers. •...

  • Page 66: Accessing The Memory Compartment

    To gain access to the upgradeable memory compartment, follow these steps OU MUST TURN OFF POWER AND REMOVE ANY MODEM CONNECTION BEFORE INSTALLING THE MEMORY UPGRADE MODULE Turn off power to your LifeBook notebook, and remove any power adapter (AC or auto/airline) and battery pack. Place your LifeBook notebook with the bottom facing up on a clean work surface.
  • Page 67 While holding the clips out, remove the module from the slot by lifting it up and pulling towards the back of your LifeBook notebook. Store the memory upgrade module in a static guarded sleeve. Install a new memory module as detailed in the procedure below. Replace the memory compartment cover.

  • Page 68: Installing A Memory Module

    Align the connector edge of the memory upgrade module, chip side up, with the connector slot in the (Figure 24) compartment. Figure 24. Inserting a Memory Module Insert the memory upgrade module at a 45 Press the memory upgrade module down into the compartment until it locks underneath the retaining clip. You will hear a click when it is properly in place.

  • Page 69: 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. Windows XP: 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 under “Computer:”...

  • Page 70: Optical Drive

    Optical Drive There is a variety of media available to use with the Dual Layer Multi Format DVD Writer in your system. Multi-Format DVD Writers are also known as “optical drives”. Your optical drive allows you to access movies, software, and audio DVD/CDs as well as to read and write to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD RAM discs.

  • Page 71: Media Player Software

    PLAYER USING THE THAT YOU CAN ONLY CHANGE THE REGION CODE UP TO FOUR TIMES 71 - Optical Drive MOVIE WILL SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCE YOUR FUJITSU COMPUTERS FOR THE MOST WHICH IS SPECIFIED F THE REGIONAL CODE OF THE PLAYER ROPERTIES MENU OF THE...
  • Page 72 Gently push the holder tray back in until you hear a click F YOU HAVE DISABLED THE NSERT OTIFICATION UNCTION YOU WILL HAVE TO START THE DRIVE EITHER BY USING OMPUTER OR FROM WITHIN INDOWS XPLORER SINCE YOUR NOTEBOOK WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY RECOGNIZE THAT MEDIA HAS BEEN LOADED Figure 27.

  • Page 73: Removing Media

    Push and release the eject button on the front of the optical drive. This will stop the drive and the holder tray will come out of the notebook a short distance. Gently pull the tray out until the disc can easily be removed from the tray. Carefully remove the media disc from the holder tray.

  • Page 74: Using The Optical Drive On Battery Power

    REDUCE YOUR NOTEBOOK • N ADDITIONAL FULLY ON BATTERY POWER AT US FUJITSU To Watch a Movie on Battery Power: Have an additional full-charged battery or your AC adapter ready for use. Start watching your DVD movie. SUCH AS WHEN WATCHING A ’...

  • Page 75: Auto Insert Notification Function

    If a low battery warning occurs, immediately stop the movie and exit the DVD/CD-RW application F YOU DO NOT STOP THE OPTICAL DRIVE QUICKLY AND THE SUSPEND CRITICAL BATTERY LOW STATE OCCURS YOU WILL NEED TO INSTALL A FRESH POWER SOURCE DAPTER Connect an AC Adapter to your system, or install a fully charged battery in the Flexible Bay (after removing any modular devices that may be present in the bay) prior to removing the main battery.

  • Page 76: Emergency Tray Release

     Emergency Tray Release In the event that your system does not have power applied, you can still open the media tray using the end of an opened paper clip. To open the tray, insert the paper clip into the small emergency tray release hole on the face of the tray .

  • Page 77: Secure Digital (Sd)/Secure Digital High Capacity (Sdhc) Cards

    SD Card SD Card Slot Figure 29. Installing an SD Card Secure Digital (SD)/Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Cards Your LifeBook notebook supports Secure Digital (SD) and Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) 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 78: Inserting Sd/Sdhc Cards

    SD and SDHC cards are inserted in the SD Card slot (Figure 29). To insert a card, follow these steps • NSERTING OR REMOVING AN BOOTUP PROCESS MAY DAMAGE THE CARD AND • O 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 See your card manual for instructions on the insertion of your card.

  • Page 79: Expresscards

    34 mm ExpressCard ExpressCards Your LifeBook notebook supports ExpressCards which can perform a variety of functions depending on which type of card you install. There are two different width ExpressCards: 34 mm and 54 mm. The connector inside the slot is located on the left-hand side of the slot. If you insert a 34 mm card, be sure to align it with the left side of the slot when inserting it.

  • Page 80: Removing Expresscards

    OU MAY BE REQUIRED TO LOG ON AS AN ROUP TO COMPLETE THIS PROCEDURE POLICY SETTINGS MAY ALSO PREVENT YOU FROM COMPLETING THIS PROCEDURE See your ExpressCard manual for instructions on the installation of your card. Some cards may require that your notebook is off while installing them.

  • Page 81: Device Ports

    Device Ports Your LifeBook P770 Series notebook and the optional Port Replicator (see “Port Replicator” on page 85) come equipped with multiple Device Ports to which you can connect an external device including: disk drives, keyboards, modems, printers, etc. Internal LAN (RJ-45) Jack The internal LAN (RJ-45) jack is used for an internal 10/100/1000 BaseTx Ethernet connection.

  • Page 82: Universal Serial Bus Ports

    The three Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (two on the left side, one on the right) 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 downward-compatible with USB 1.1 devices, so older USB devices will work with these ports.

  • Page 83: Microphone Jack

    The microphone jack allows you to connect an external stereo microphone. Your microphone must be equipped with a 1/8”(3.5 mm) stereo mini-plug in order to fit into the microphone jack of your notebook. In order to connect a microphone follow these easy steps: Align the connector with the port opening.

  • Page 84: 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:. There is also an external VGA monitor port on the port replicator (Figure 35). Align the connector with the port opening. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.

  • Page 85: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator An optional Port Replicator is available from Fujitsu to extend the functionality of your LifeBook® notebook by providing ports to connect an external VGA monitor, a LAN (RJ-45) cable, four USB 2.0 devices, DC Power, and DVI and e-SATA devices...
  • Page 86 DVI-D Port The DVI-D port lets you to connect digital display devices such flat panel displays and digital projectors. External Video Port The external video port lets you connect an external monitor or projector. Note that if a Port Replicator is attached, you must use the external video port on the Port Replicator, not the one on your system.

  • Page 87: 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 simultaneously. (Figure 36) Detaching Port Replicator To detach the Port Replicator: Pull the Port Replicator’s release latch away from the Port Replicator to release it from your notebook. (Figure 37) Pull the notebook away from the Port Replicator to detach it from your system.

  • Page 88: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Your Lifebook

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Your LifeBook 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.
  • Page 89 If 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: •...

  • Page 90: Specific Problems

    Using the Troubleshooting Table When you have problems with your LifeBook, 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.

  • Page 91: Problem

    Problem Possible Cause Audio Problems There is no sound coming The volume is turned too low. from the built-in speaker. The software volume control is set too low. Headphones are plugged into your notebook. Software driver is not  configured correctly. The speakers have been muted using the Volume icon in the system tray.

  • Page 92: Keyboard Or Mouse Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Security is set so your  You cannot access your hard drive. operating system cannot be (continued) started without a password. Keyboard or Mouse Problems The built-in keyboard does The notebook has gone into not seem to work. Sleep mode.

  • Page 93: Usb Device Problems

    Problem Possible Cause USB Device Problems You have installed a USB The device is not properly device. Your LifeBook installed. notebook does not recog- nize the device, or the The device may have been device does not seem to installed while an application work properly.
  • Page 94 Problem Possible Cause You turn on your LifeBook The battery is low. notebook and nothing seems to happen. (continued) The power adapter (AC or auto/airline) is not plugged in properly. The power adapter (AC or auto/airline) has no power from the AC outlet, airplane jack, or car cigarette lighter.

  • Page 95: Shutdown And Startup Problems

    Problem Possible Cause Your notebook will not The installed battery is dead. work on battery alone. No battery is installed. The battery is improperly installed. Your installed battery is faulty. The battery seems to  You are running an applica- discharge too quickly.

  • Page 96: Video Problems

    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 See “BIOS Setup Utility”...
  • Page 97 Problem Possible Cause The built-in display is blank Display angle and brightness when you turn on your settings are not adequate for LifeBook notebook. your lighting conditions. (continued) Power management timeouts are set for short intervals and you didn’t see the display go on and off again.

  • Page 98: Miscellaneous Problems

    Problem Possible Cause The application display You are running an applica- uses only a portion of  tion that does not support  your screen and is sur- the system’s native resolution rounded by a dark frame. and display compression is enabled.

  • Page 99: Power On Self Test Messages

    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.
  • Page 100 *Fixed Disk x Failure or Fixed Disk Controller Failure (where x = 1-4) 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.
  • Page 101 *Keyboard error nn BIOS discovered a stuck key and displays the scan code for the stuck key. You may have to replace your keyboard but may be able to use an external keyboard until then. Contact your support representative. *Monitor type does not match CMOS – Run SETUP Monitor type not correctly identified in Setup.
  • Page 102 *Previous boot incomplete – Default configuration used Previous Power On Self Test did not complete successfully. The Power On Self Test will load default values and offer to run Setup. If the previous failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail also.
  • Page 103 *System RAM Failed at offset: nnnn System memory failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected. This means that there is a fault in your built-in memory. If you continue to operate, you risk corrupting your data. Contact your support representative for repairs.

  • Page 104: Restoring Your Pre-Installed Software

    ARE NOT ON THE THE THIRD To re-install drivers and/or applications: Boot up the system and insert the DAR CD after Windows has started. A Fujitsu Installer screen is displayed after the CD is inserted. After reading the License Agreement, click [I agree].

  • Page 105: Restoring The Operating System For Windows

    A window will appear containing a list of applications, drivers, and utilities that you can install from the Drivers and Applications CD HE COMPONENTS LISTED ARE COLOR THAT THE COMPONENT CAN BE INSTALLED INSTALLED SEPARATELY CAN BE REINSTALLED COMPONENT IS ALREADY INSTALLED In the list, check off all the components you want to install.
  • Page 106 You can also use the SecureCore menu to determine whether the utility is pre-loaded by powering on your system then pressing the {Enter] key when the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. The SecureCore Menu will appear and the Recovery and Utility option will appear in the menu.
  • Page 107 To verify/change the boot-up priority (rather than booting-up from the hard drive or an external floppy disk drive), perform the following steps: Power on your system. When the Fujitsu logo appears on the screen. press the [Enter] key or click on the left mouse or touchpad button; the SecureCore Menu will appear.

  • Page 108: 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).
  • Page 109 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.

  • Page 110: Chapter 5 Care And Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Care and Maintenance Caring for your LifeBook Notebook If you use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook carefully, you will increase its life and reliability. This section provides some tips for looking after the notebook and its devices. • N THE EVENT YOU DROP YOUR NOTEBOOK OR DAMAGE THE HOUSING IN ANY WAY...
  • Page 111 If your notebook will not boot after it has dried out, call your support representative. • Do not use your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook in a wet environment (near a bathtub, swimming pool). • Always use the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for your notebook.

  • Page 112: Cleaning Your Lifebook Notebook

    • Always disconnect the power plug. (Pull the plug, not the cord.) • Clean your LifeBook 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. •...

  • Page 113: Storing Your Lifebook Notebook

    In addition, a faulty battery might damage your LifeBook. • Store your Fujitsu LifeBook in a cool, dry location. Temperatures should remain between 13ºF  (-25ºC) and 140ºF (60ºC). •...

  • Page 114: Traveling With Your Lifebook 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.

  • Page 115: 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.

  • Page 116: Media Care

    Caring for your Media (DVD/CD/CD-R) Media discs 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. •...

  • Page 117: Chapter 6 System Specifications

    Chapter 6 System Specifications Specifications This section provides the hardware and environmental specifications for your Fujitsu 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.

  • Page 118: Microprocessor

    Intel® Core™ i7-640UM processor, 1.20 GHz Chipset • Mobile Intel® QS57 Express Memory System Memory • DDR3-800 MHz SDRAM (PC3-6400) dual-channel memory module. • Two DIMM slots; one slot is fixed, one is upgradeable. System memory is upgradeable to 5 GB of total memory.

  • Page 119: Audio

    Audio • Realtek codec ALC269 with High Definition (HD) audio. • Headphones: Stereo headphone jack, 3.5 mm, 1 V • Microphone: Stereo microphone jack, 3.5 mm, 100 mV (AC) and 2K ohms (DC) • Two built-in stereo speakers, 15 mm diameter •...

  • Page 120: Device Ports

    Trusted Platform Module Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for added system security. Theft Prevention Lock Lock slots for use with security restraint systems. Device Ports On the LifeBook notebook: • ExpressCard slot • Secure Digital (SD) Card slot • One 15-pin D-SUB connector for VGA external video device (see Display specifications) •...

  • Page 121: Keyboard

    • One DC-in connector • One DVI-D connector Keyboard Built-in keyboard with all functions of 101 key PS/2 compatible keyboards. • Total number of keys: 82 • Function keys: F1 through F12, plus Fn extension key • Two Windows keys: one Start key, one application key •...

  • Page 122: Environmental Requirements

    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. 122 - Specifications...

  • Page 123: Included Software

    • CyberLink MakeDisc (Windows XP models) • CyberLink YouCam • OmniPass Fingerprint application • Fujitsu Driver Update utility • Microsoft Office Ready with Office Activation Assistant • Microsoft Windows Live Essentials • Microsoft Works 9.0 with Microsoft Home and Student Trial Edition 2007 (on selected models)
  • Page 124 Adobe Reader The Adobe Reader allows you to view, navigate, and print PDF files from across all of the major computing platforms. Norton Internet Security Your system is preinstalled with a free 90-day trial version of Norton Internet Security™. Internet Security is a suite of tools designed to protect your LifeBook notebook from computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and spam.
  • Page 125 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”...

  • Page 126: Glossary

    Glossary AC Adapter A device which converts the AC voltage from a wall outlet to the DC voltage needed to power your LifeBook 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.
  • Page 127 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 LifeBook notebook. BIOS Basic Input-Output System.
  • Page 128 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. CardBus A faster, 32-bit version of the PC Card interface which offers performance similar to the 32-bit PCI architecture.
  • Page 129 Cathode Ray Tube. A display device which uses a beam of electronic particles striking a luminescent screen. It produces a visual image by varying the position and intensity of the beam. Data The information a system stores and processes. Direct current. A voltage or current that does not fluctuate periodically with time. Default Value A pre-programmed value to be used if you fail to set your own.
  • Page 130 Direct Memory Access. Special circuitry for memory to memory transfers of data which do not require CPU action. Desktop Management Interface. A standard that provides PC management applications with a common method of locally or remotely querying and configuring PC computer systems, hardware and software components, and peripherals.
  • Page 131 Encryption Key (Network Key) Data encryption key used to encrypt message text and for computing message integrity checks. Data encryption protects data from unauthorized viewing. This device uses the same encryption key to encode and decode the data, and the identical encryption key is required between the sender and receiver.
  • Page 132 IEEE802.11a Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 54 Mbps. 802.11a devices operate in the 5 GHz lower and middle UNII bands. IEEE802.11b Wireless LAN standard that supports a maximum data rate of 11 Mbps. 802.11b devices operate in the 2.4 GHz ISM band.
  • Page 133 Class B - supports 65,000 hosts on each of 16,000 networks Class C - supports 254 hosts on each of 2 million networks The number of unassigned Internet addresses is running out, so a new classless scheme called CIDR is gradually replacing the system based on classes A, B, and C and is tied to adoption of IPv6. An abbreviation for infrared.
  • Page 134 LPT Port Line Printer Port. A way of referring to parallel interface ports because historically line printers were the first and latter the most common device connected to parallel ports. MAC Address Media Access Control Address. A unique physical address of a network card. For Ethernet, the first three bytes are used as the vendor code, controlled and assigned by IEEE.
  • Page 135 Monaural A system using one channel to process sound from all sources. Maximum Transmission Unit The maximum data size that can be transferred at a time through the Internet or other networks. You can set a smaller MTU size to obtain successful communication, if you have difficulty transferring data due to the fact that the maximum size is too large.
  • Page 136 Partition A block of space on a hard drive which is set aside and made to appear to the operating system as if it were a separate disk, and addressed by the operating system accordingly. PCMCIA PCMCIA is a trademark of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association. The Personal Computer Memory Card International Association is an organization that sets standards for add-in cards for personal computers.
  • Page 137 Program An integrated set of coded commands to your computers telling your hardware what to do and how and when to do it. Protocol Procedures and rules use to send and receive data between computers. - Method of sending and receiving data - Process used to handle communication errors Conditions required for communication are organized in procedures for correct transfer of information.
  • Page 138 Read Only Memory. A form of memory in which information is stored by physically altering the material. Data stored in this way can not be changed by your notebook and does not require power to maintain it. SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory. Shared key authentication 802.11 network authentication method in which the AP sends the client device a challenge text packet that the client must then encrypt with the correct WEP key and return to the AP.
  • Page 139 Stereo (audio) A system using two channels to process sound from two different sources. Subnet mask TCP-IP network is controlled by being divided into multiple smaller networks (subnets). IP address consists of the subnet address and the address of each computer. Subnet mask defines how many bits of IP address comprise the subnet address.
  • Page 140 VRAM Video Random Access Memory. A memory dedicated to video display data and control. Wired for Management is Intel’s broad-based initiative to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of business computing without sacrificing power and flexibility. Wi-Fi Compatible Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) Identifies that the product has passed the interoperability test, supplied by the WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance), which guarantees the interoperability of wireless IEEE 802.11 LAN products.

  • Page 141: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information Notice 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 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for class B digital devices, pursuant to parts 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 142 DOC (INDUSTRY CANADA) NOTICES Notice to Users of Radios and Television This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. CET appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigence du Réglement sur le matérial brouilleur du Canada.

  • Page 143: Appendix A: Wlan User's Guide

    Appendix A: WLAN User’s Guide FCC Regulatory Information Please note the following regulatory information related to the optional wireless LAN device. Regulatory Notes and Statements Wireless LAN, Health and Authorization for use Radio frequency electromagnetic energy is emitted from Wireless LAN devices. The energy levels of these emissions, however, are much less than the electromagnetic energy emissions from wireless devices such as mobile phones.
  • Page 144 Regulatory Information/Disclaimers Installation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 145 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorized by Fujitsu America, Inc. may invalidate the user's right to operate this equipment.
  • Page 146 Canadian Notice The device for the 5150 - 5250 MHz band is only for indoor usage to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. The maximum antenna gain of 6 dBi permitted (for devices in the 5250 - 5350 MHz, 5470 - 5725 MHz and 5725 - 5825 MHz bands) to comply with the e.i.r.p.

  • Page 147: Before Using The Optional Wireless Lan

    Before Using the Optional Wireless LAN This manual describes the procedures required to properly set up and configure the optional integrated Wireless LAN Mini-PCI device (referred to as "WLAN device" in the rest of the manual). Before using the WLAN device, read this manual carefully to ensure it's correct operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

  • Page 148: Wireless Lan Modes Using This Device

    Wireless LAN Modes Using this Device 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 Point(s). Connectivity is accomplished using only client devices in a peer-to-peer fashion. That is why Ad Hoc networks are also known as peer-to-peer networks.
  • Page 149 Access Point (Infrastructure) Mode Infrastructure mode refers to a wireless network architecture in which devices communicate with wireless or wired network devices by communicating through an Access Point. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices can communicate with each other or with a wired network. Corporate wireless networks operate in infrastructure mode because they require access to the WLAN in order to access services, devices, and computers (e.g., file servers, printers, databases).

  • Page 150: Wireless Network Considerations

    Deactivating the WLAN Device 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 three methods with which to deactivate the WLAN device: •...
  • Page 151 To enable or disable either one of the devices individually, perform the following steps: Slide the Wireless LAN/Bluetooth on/off switch to On position. In the Control Panel, double-click the Fujitsu Radio Control icon. In the window that appears, click the button associated with Bluetooth and/or Wireless LAN Status to enable or disable the individual devices.

  • Page 152: Activating The Wlan Device

    Windows 7: Deactivation using the icon in the taskbar Right-click the WLAN icon in the system tray at the bottom right of your screen. Choose Disconnect from a network. Windows XP: Deactivation using the Intel PROSet Software The WLAN device can also be deactivated in Windows using the Intel PROSet Software. The procedure to accomplish this: Click [Start] >...

  • Page 153: Configuring The Wireless Lan

    Configuring the Wireless LAN The optional WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that is built into Windows. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained in this software. Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with your network administrator for these parameters: Configuring the WLAN Using Windows 7 Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.

  • Page 154: Configuring The Wlan Using Windows Xp

    Procedure Click the Start button, then select Settings -> Control Panel. Double-click on the Wireless Network Connection icon. Choose a wireless network. Click [Connect]. Enter the Network Key, if required. Enter any required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network administrator for some of the information.

  • Page 155: Troubleshooting The Wlan

    Troubleshooting the WLAN Troubleshooting Causes and countermeasures for troubles you may encounter while using your wireless LAN are described in the following table. If you are unfamiliar with the steps required, consult your System Administrator or go to [Start] > Help and Support > Networking and the Web Problem Possible Cause Unavailable...
  • Page 156 Problem Possible Cause Unavailable The computer to network  be connected is connection turned off (continued) RF interference from Access Points or other wireless networks Wireless network authentication has failed Incorrectly configured network settings Incorrect IP address configuration 156 Troubleshooting the WLAN Possible Solution Check if the computer to be connected is turned ON.

  • Page 157: Wlan Specifications

    WLAN Specifications Specifications Item Type of network Transfer rate Active frequency Typical operating distances** Number of channels Security Maximum recommended number of computers to be connected over wireless LAN (ad hoc connection) Specification The Intel Wireless Advanced-N 6200 (622 ANHMW) and Atheros XSPAN 802.11abgn WLAN devices conform to IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b/g, and 802.11n, Wi-Fi based*.
  • Page 158 * “Wi-Fi based” indicates that the interconnectivity test of the organization which guarantees the interconnectivity of wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Alliance) has been passed. ** The communication ranges shown above will increase or decrease depending on factors such as number of walls, reflective material, or interference from external RF sources. *** Encryption with network key (WEP) is performed using the above number of bits, however, users can set 40 bits/ 104 bits after subtracting the fixed length of 24 bits.

  • Page 159: Using The Bluetooth Device

    Using the Bluetooth Device The Integrated Bluetooth module (EYSMJCSFX) is an optional device available for Fujitsu mobile computers. What is Bluetooth Bluetooth technology is designed as a short-range wireless link between mobile devices, such as laptop computers, phones, printers, and cameras. Bluetooth technology is used to create Personal Area Networks (PANs) between devices in short-range of each other.
  • Page 160 Users are not authorized to modify this product. Any modifications invalidate the warranty. This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any way without signed written permission from Fujitsu. Unauthorized modification will void the equipment authorization from the FCC and Industry Canada and the warranty.

  • Page 161: Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device

    Appendix B: Fingerprint Sensor Device Introducing the Fingerprint Sensor Device Your system has a fingerprint sensor device between the left and right buttons, below the touchpad. Backward Swipe With a fingerprint sensor, you can avoid having to enter a username and password every time you want to: •...

  • Page 162: Getting Started

    Microsoft Windows operating systems. OmniPass enables you to use a "master password" for all Windows, applications, and on-line passwords. OmniPass requires users to authenticate themselves using the fingerprint sensor before granting access to the Windows desktop. This device results in a secure authentication system for restricting access to your computer, applications, web sites, and other password-protected resources.
  • Page 163 Installing the OmniPass Application If OmniPass is already installed on your system, go to “User Enrollment” on page 164. Otherwise continue with this section on software installation. • NSTALLATION OF THE APPLICATION REQUIRES THAT YOU HAVE AN EXTERNAL OPTICAL DRIVE ATTACHED TO YOUR SYSTEM •...

  • Page 164: User Enrollment

    Control Panel directly in the Start menu; click it, then click Switch to Classic View). Double-click Softex OmniPass in the Control Panel, and the OmniPass Control Center will appear. If it does not appear, then the program is not properly installed, or,...
  • Page 165 “replaces” all other passwords for sites you register with OmniPass. Example: A user, John, installs OmniPass on his system (his home computer) and enrolls an OmniPass user with username “John_01” and password “freq14”. He then goes to his webmail site to log onto his account.
  • Page 166 Enter the password you use to log in to Windows. This will become the “master password” for this OmniPass user. In most cases, the Domain: value will be your Windows computer name. In a corporate environment, or when accessing corporate resources, the Domain: may not be your Windows computer name. Click [Next] to continue.

  • Page 167: Using Omnipass

    rectangle. To capture a fingerprint, gently swipe or pull your fingertip over the sensor (starting at the second knuckle) towards yourself. Swiping too fast or too slow will result in a failed capture. The Choose Finger screen has a [Practice] button; click it to practice capturing your fingerprint. When you are comfortable with how your fingerprint is captured, proceed to enroll a finger.
  • Page 168 When prompted to authenticate, you must supply the appropriate credentials: an enrolled finger for the fingerprint capture window or your master password for the master password prompt (the key icon). Remembering a Password OmniPass can remember any application, GUI, or password protected resource that has a password prompt.
  • Page 169 not prompt for authentication. Check the upper box to get this setting, and each time you navigate to this site OmniPass will log you into the site without prompting you to authenticate HIS SETTING IS MORE CONVENIENT IN THAT WHENEVER YOU GO TO A SITE REMEMBERED WITH THIS SETTING YOU WILL BYPASS ANY AUTHENTICATION PROCEDURE AND GAIN INSTANT ACCESS TO THE SITE...
  • Page 170 Logging into Windows with a Fingerprint Device When logging into Windows with a fingerprint device, the fingerprint capture window will now appear next to the Windows Login screen. Place your enrolled fingertip on the sensor to authenticate. You will be simultaneously logged into Windows and OmniPass. The capture window will also appear if you have used Ctrl-Alt-Del to lock a system, and the fingerprint device can be used to log back in as stated above.
  • Page 171 directly logs you into the remembered site. OmniPass will overwrite an old set of credentials for a website if you attempt to use Remember Password on an already remembered site. The exception to the above rule is when resetting the Windows password. If your password is reset in Windows, the next time you login to Windows, OmniPass will detect the password change and prompt you to “Update”...

  • Page 172: Configuring Omnipass

    [Apply] to ensure the settings are saved. If you log in to OmniPass with a fingerprint device, you will automatically be logged in to the default identity for that OmniPass user. You can choose the identity with which you are logging in if you login using "master password". Choosing User Identity during Login To choose your identity during login, type your username in the User Name: field.
  • Page 173 process backs up all remembered sites, credentials, and enrolled fingerprints for an OmniPass user. All OmniPass data for a user is backed up to a single encrypted database file. During the import process, the Windows login of the exported user is required. If the proper credentials cannot be supplied, the user profile will not be imported •...

  • Page 174: Omnipass Control Center

    will need User Name, Password, and Domain. If you don’t remember the value for Domain, in a PC or SOHO environment Domain should be your computer name. OmniPass will notify you if the user was successfully imported. Things to Know Regarding Import/Export •...
  • Page 175 double-click the Softex OmniPass icon. User Management The User Management tab has two major interfaces: Add/Remove User and Import/Export User. Import/Export User functionality is documented in “Exporting and Importing Users” on page 172. Add/Remove User functionality is straightforward. If you click Adds a new user to OmniPass you will start the OmniPass Enrollment Wizard. The Enrollment Wizard is documented in “User Enrollment”...

  • Page 176: Troubleshooting

    System Settings The OmniPass Startup Options interface can be found in the System Settings tab. With these options you can specify how your OmniPass Logon is tied to your Windows Logon. The first option, Automatically log on to OmniPass as the current user, will do just as it says; during Windows login, you will be logged on to OmniPass using your Windows login credentials.
  • Page 177 Cannot add a User with a Blank Password to OmniPass If you experience difficulties adding a user with a blank password to OmniPass, you may need to adjust your local security settings. First attempt the procedure explained in the Cannot add Windows user to OmniPass section.

  • Page 178: Index

    Index About This Guide adapter plug adapters Air Vents Anti-theft Lock Slot Application Panel Buttons Auto Insert Notification Auto/Airline Adapter Automatically Downloading Driver Updates Battery alarm care charging indicator conserving power dead faulty increasing life level indicators lithium ion battery problems recharging replacing...
  • Page 179 OmniPass authentication toolbar password replacement remembering a password uninstalling OmniPass user enrollment using OmniPass Flexible Bay Fujitsu Contact Information Fujitsu Driver Update utility Fujitsu LifeBook, traveling with Fujitsu Shopping Online Fujitsu Support Center Function Key Glossary Hard Disk Drive problems...
  • Page 180 Media Player care loading removing Software Memory capacity checking capacity compartment installing problems removing upgrade module Microphone Jack Mouse problems NumLk Indicator Optical Drive emergency tray release PC Card problems Port Replicator attaching connector detaching Power AC adapter Auto/Airline adapter failure indicator management...
  • Page 181 Specifications Audio Chipset Device Ports Dimensions and Weight Environmental Requirements Keyboard mass storage device options Memory Microprocessor Power Video Status Indicator Panel Status Indicators Support Button Suspend/Resume Button Swapping batteries Touchpad buttons control adjustment controls Troubleshooting Universal Serial Bus Port USB 2.0 problems USB 2.0 Ports...

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