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For automatic driver updates, go to: Should you have any technical questions, please contact: • our Hotline/Service Desk (see Service Desk list or visit: "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/servicedesk.html") • Your sales partner • Your sales office We hope you really enjoy using your new Fujitsu system. "http://support.ts.fujitsu.com/com/support/index.html"...
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Brand names may be protected trademarks of the respective manufacturer and/or protected by copyright. Use of these by third parties for their own purposes may constitute an infringement of the holders’ rights. Further information can be found at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/terms_of_use.html" Order No. Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH: A26391-K325-Z320-1-7619, edition 2...
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LIFEBOOK LH531 Operating Manual Innovative technology Ports and controls Important notes First-time setup of your device Working with the notebook Security functions Connecting external devices Removing and installing components during servicing Settings in BIOS Setup Utility Troubleshooting and tips Technical data Manufacturer’s notes...
The Windows drivers for your device can be found on our Internet site. The factory installation of your device does not support any other operating system. Fujitsu Technology Solutions accepts no liability whatsoever if any other operating system is used.
Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations for other materials, e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety/Regulations" manual indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g: indicates terms and texts that are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do This font not switch off the device "http://ts.fujitsu.com" Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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2 = VGA monitor port 3 = HDMI port Right side 1 = Optical drive 2 = USB ports 4 = USB port 5 = USB port with charging function 3 = LAN port 4 = Kensington Lock Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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Ports and controls Bottom 1 = Memory service compartment 3 = Battery compartment 2 = Hard disk service compartment Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
fire. For information on how to switch radio components on and off, see chapter "Switching the wireless components on and off", Page "Technical data", before preparing your "Removing and installing Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Enquire with the corresponding government office of the country you will be travelling in as to whether you may operate the radio component integrated in your notebook there (see also Fujitsu Technology Solutions ""Using the power-management features", "CE marking", Page...
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, if available, you can use disinfectant wipes. Ensure that no liquid enters the device. "Removing and installing the battery", Page 29). Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
Packaging ► Check your device for any visible damage which may have occurred during transportation. You may need the packaging in the future, if you need to transport your device. Fujitsu Technology Solutions "Important notes", Page "Mains adapter connecting", Page...
► Connect the power cable (1) to the mains adapter. ► Plug the mains cable (2) into a mains outlet. ► Connect the mains adapter cable (3) to the DC jack (DC IN) of the device. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
If a Windows operating system is installed on your device, you will find more information on the system and drivers, help programmes, updates, manuals etc. on the device or on the Internet at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support". Fujitsu Technology Solutions ► Switch on your device.
Please refer to the notes in "Important notes", Page Status indicators Statusindicators The status indicators provide information about the status of the power supply, the drives and the keyboard functions. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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ScrollLock The indicator is illuminated: The key combination pressed. The effect that this key has varies between applications. Fujitsu Technology Solutions The indicator is lit: The notebook is switched on. The indicator flashes: The notebook is in standby mode. The indicator is not lit: The notebook is switched off.
(e. g. from the Windows Start menu, by clicking on Start – Shut Down – OK). Notebook ► If the notebook is not switched off automatically, press the ON/OFF switch for approx. five seconds. ► Close the LCD screen. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
The figure below shows how to access the different characters on keys with overlaid functions. The example applies when the Caps Lock key has not been activated. The illustrations shown below may differ from your actual device. Fujitsu Technology Solutions Alt Gr...
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The cursor keys move the cursor in the direction of the arrow, i.e. up, down, left, or right. Cursor keys Cursor controlkeys Start key The Start key opens the Windows Start menu. Startkey Menu key The Menu key invokes the menu for the marked item. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Press the first key in the combination and keep it pressed. ► While holding the first key down, press the other key or keys in the combination. Combination Fujitsu Technology Solutions 2 = Valid characters when the is activated...
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Use this key combination to switch between several open applications. Alt+Tab Windows security/Task-Manager This key combination opens the Windows security/Task-Manager window. Ctrl+Alt+Del Back tab This key combination moves the cursor back to the previous tab stop. Backtab Shift+Tab Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Move the pointer to the item you wish to select. Touchpad ► Tap the touchpad once or press the left button once. The item is selected. Fujitsu Technology Solutions 1 = Touchpad 2 = Touchpad buttons "Key combinations", Page 23).
► Press and hold the left button and drag the item to the desired position with the finger on the touchpad. The item will be moved. Switching the Touchpad on and off You can switch the Touchpad on and off using a key combination, "Key combinations", Page Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
LCDscreen Notes High-quality TFT displays are installed in notebooks from Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH. For technical reasons, TFT monitors are manufactured for a specific resolution. An optimal, clear picture can only be ensured with the correct resolution intended for the relevant TFT monitor. A monitor resolution which differs from the specification can result in an unclear picture.
If you wish to carry out a function test with your webcam, you can use the corresponding test software available at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support/". Rechargeable battery Rechargeablebattery...
If you do not use the batteries for long periods, remove them from the notebook. Never store the batteries in the device. Removing and installing the battery Only use rechargeable batteries approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions for your notebook. Never use force when fitting or removing a battery.
► Remove the battery from the battery compartment (2). Inserting the battery ► Position the battery at the edge. ► Place the battery into the battery compartment until you feel it engage. ► Complete the removal, see chapter "Finishing component removal", Page Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
If the CD/DVD indicator does not go out after a data carrier has been inserted, but instead continues to flash, this means that the drive cannot access the data carrier. Either the data carrier is damaged or dirty or you are using a data carrier that the drive cannot read. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Switch your notebook off. ► Push a pen or a piece of wire (such as a paperclip) firmly into the opening (1). The drive tray is ejected. You can now pull the drive tray (2) out of the drive. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Exit power saving mode if necessary via the mouse or keyboard or by switching on the notebook. ► Close all opened programs and completely shut down the notebook. Fujitsu Technology Solutions On external power After 10 minutes After 15 minutes...
The label should be facing upward. Do not apply excessive force, as otherwise the delicate contact surfaces could be damaged. Memory card Depending on the particular type used, the memory card may protrude slightly from the slot. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
When you connect headphones or external speakers, the built-in speakers are disabled. Information on connecting headphones and a microphone can be found "Connecting external devices", Page Fujitsu Technology Solutions ► On devices with card locking: Press on the storage card (1).
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth radio components The installation of radio components not approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions will invalidate the certifications issued for this device. Switching the wireless components on and off Before switching on your device for the first time, the on/off switch for wireless components must be in the "ON"...
Your network administrator can help you to configure and use the LAN connections. The network cable is not included in the delivery scope. This type of cable can be obtained from a specialist dealer. Fujitsu Technology Solutions ► Connect the network cable to the LAN port of the notebook (1).
Your password can be up to eight characters long and contain letters and numbers. No distinction is made between uppercase and lowercase. ► Fit the Kensington MicroSaver on the device on your notebook. Kensington MicroSaver UsingaKensington Lock Anti-theftprotection Mechanicalbackup Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
User password Password Supervisorpassword ► Call the BIOS Setup Utility and go to the Security menu. ► When changing the password, proceed exactly as for password assignment. Fujitsu Technology Solutions ""Settings in BIOS Setup Utility", Page 54 section for a...
The had disk password prevents unauthorised access to the hard disk drives and is checked internally each time the system is booted. The condition for this is that you have assigned at least the supervisor password. 39), you can also Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► To cancel the password for the second hard disk (Drive1), go to the Drive1 area and select the field Set Master Password, then proceed in exactly the same way as for cancelling the password for the first hard disk (Drive0). Fujitsu Technology Solutions "Security functions", Page 38).
1. Turn off your notebook and all external devices. 2. Unplug your notebook and all devices from the mains sockets. 3. Disconnect the cables for your external devices following the instructions. Devices Peripheraldevices "Important notes", Page 12 before Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
HDMIport The HDMI port on your notebook can be used to connect an external amplifier, LCD TV or a plasma TV with an HDMI connection. Fujitsu Technology Solutions "Key combinations", Page ► Connect the data cable to the external device.
Additional information can be found in the documentation for the USB devices. Device drivers USB devices will be automatically recognised and installed by your operating system. ► Connect the data cable to the external device. ► Connect the data cable to a USB port of the notebook. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Left click on the icon to safely remove hardware, located in the taskbar. ► Select the device which you want to shut down and remove. ► Press the Enter key. Wait for the dialogue box which tells you that it is now safe to remove the device. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Connect the audio cable to the microphone port/Line In of the notebook. ► Connect the audio cable to the external device. ► Connect the audio cable to the headphone port of the notebook. The internal loudspeakers are disabled. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges. • Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or removing boards containing ESDs. • Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges. • Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
As some components are exposed that are sensitive to static electricity, please take note of chapter "Notes on installing and removing boards and components", Page "Removing the battery", Page 64). "Important notes", Page 30). "Important notes", Page Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
If you install the wrong screws, components may be damaged. ► Lift the cover off the notebook (2). "Removing the battery", Page 30). Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Remove the hard disk from the hard disk compartment (2). Installing the hard disk ► Place the hard disk into the hard disk compartment (1). ► Use the pulling aid to pull the hard disk in the direction of the arrow (2) until the contacts engage. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
Removing the optical drive ► Prepare for removal, see Harddisk ► Remove the screw (1). The drive is released. ► Pull the drive out of the drive bay (2). "Inserting the battery", Page "Preparing to remove components", Page 30). Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► Install the battery again (see "Inserting the battery", Page 30). ► Turn the notebook the right way up again and place it on a flat surface. ► Reconnect the cables that you disconnected before. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► For future reference, make a note of the changes you have made (for example, in this manual). to select the menu you wish to access to make changes. → ↑ ↓ Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
► If you want to exit BIOS Setup Utility with these settings, choose Exit Saving Changes and Yes. Save Changes and Power Off ► To save the changes and switch off your device, select Save Changes and Power Off and Yes. The changes are saved. Your device is shut down. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
PC if you are running processor-intensive gaming software, e.g. games with intensive 3D graphics. Updating your hardware with drivers which have not been approved by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may result in performance losses, data losses or malfunction of the equipment. A list of approved drivers and current BIOS...
Cause The virtual numeric keypad of your device is activated, see "Virtual numeric keypad", Page 23 Fujitsu Technology Solutions Troubleshooting ► With the BIOS-Setup-Utility, you can set the date and time in the main menu. ► Please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk.
► Check whether the data cable is properly connected to the notebook and the external monitor (if it is plugged in with a connector). ► Switch on the external monitor and the notebook. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
Notebook Cause The battery is not installed correctly. The battery is dead. The power adapter is not connected correctly. Fujitsu Technology Solutions Troubleshooting ► Terminate the application program in Windows by pressing fault persists after closing the program, use the key combination for switching the screen output (see "Key combinations", Page...
► Switch the radio component on (see "Switching the wireless components on and off", Page 36). ► Check whether the radio connection is switched on via the software. ► Further information on using the radio component can be found in the help files. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
Acoustic warnings Acoustic error messages Errors Cause A beep sounds every few seconds. The battery is almost flat. Fujitsu Technology Solutions Troubleshooting ► Charge the battery.
► Make sure that the operating system is installed on the corresponding drive. ► Press the function key to start the operating system. ► Press the function key BIOS Setup. Fujitsu Technology Solutions to access the to access the...
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Shadow RAM failed at offset: xxxx Failing Bits: zzzz System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP System cache error - Cache disabled System timer error Fujitsu Technology Solutions Resolution ► Press the function key when prompted to do so.
Weight (including 6-cell rechargeable battery) The data sheet for the device provides further technical data. You will find the data sheet on your device or on the Internet at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support". Rechargeable battery You can find information on the batteries used in your device on the Internet at "http://ts.fujitsu.com/support".
The "Declarations of Conformity" for the device can be found at our Internet address under: "http://ts.fujitsu.com/ce". Fujitsu Technology Solutions hereby declares that your device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Fujitsu Technology Solutions Monitor switched off after <...
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the USA. Although it is not explicitly forbidden to travel in the US trading area carrying this device, to avoid trouble at customs clearance, Fujitsu Technology Solutions GmbH recommends not to bring this device into the US trading area.
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Places where telephones are specifically installed to alert emergency authorities such as fire, police or medical assistance personnel. • Hospital rooms, residential health care facilities, convalescent homes and prisons. • Hotel, motel or apartment lobbies. • Stores where telephones are used by patrons to order merchandise. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
Repairs to telecommunication equipment should be made by a Canadian authorised maintenance facility. Any repairs or alterations not expressly approved by Fujitsu or any equipment failures may give the telecommunication company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment from the telephone line.
Les réparations de l’équipement de télécommunications doivent être effectuées par un service de maintenance agréé au Canada. Toute réparation ou modification, qui n’est pas expressément approuvée par Fujitsu, ou toute défaillance de l’équipement peut entraîner la compagnie de télécommunications à exiger que l’utilisateur déconnecte l’équipement de la ligne téléphonique.
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In cases in which the policy regarding use of radio devices in specific environments is not clear (e.g., airports, hospitals, chemical/oil/gas industrial plants, private buildings), obtain authorization to use these devices prior to operating the equipment. Regulatory Information/Disclaimers Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation. Modifications not expressly authorised by Fujitsu Technology Solutions may invalidate the user’s right to operate this equipment. Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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LCD screen is too dark 58 Life, battery 28 Line feed 22 Loudspeakers 35 switch off 23 switch on 23 Main memory Fujitsu Technology Solutions see Adding memory 48 Mains adapter connecting 16 setting up 16 Manual removal of data carrier 32 Mechanical backup 38...
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Touchpad 24–25 buttons 25 cleaning 14 dragging items 26 executing commands 26 moving the pointer 25 selecting an item 25 switch off 24 Touchpad buttons 24 Transport Transport damage 15 Transportation 13–14 Travel, notebook 13 Troubleshooting 56 Fujitsu Technology Solutions...
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39 entering 39 removing 40 Using a Kensington Lock 38 VGA connection socket 43 Virtual numeric keypad 23 Volume Fujitsu Technology Solutions decrease 24 increase 24 Volume control 35 Webcam 28 Wireless LAN Switching off 36 Switching on 36...
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