Fujitsu LIFEBOOK AH532 User manual

System
Operating Manual
LIFEBOOK A532
LIFEBOOK AH532

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Publication Date
11/2012
Order No.: A26391-K343-Z320-2-7619, edition 1

LIFEBOOK A532
LIFEBOOK AH532
Operating Manual
Innovative technology 7
Ports and controls 9
Important notes 13
First-time setup of your device 16
Working with the notebook 19
Security functions 42
Connecting external devices 46
Removing and installing components
during servicing 51
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility 59
Troubleshooting and tips 61
Technical data 68
Manufacturer’s notes 70
Index 76

Remarks
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Contents
Contents
Innovativetechnology ................................................................. 7
Furtherinformation ...................................................................... 7
Notational conventions .................................................................. 8
Portsandcontrols ..................................................................... 9
Importantnotes ........................................................................ 13
Safetynotes ............................................................................ 13
Additional safety notes for devices with radio components . . . . . ............................. 13
Energysaving .......................................................................... 14
Energy saving under Windows ....................................................... 14
Travelling with yournotebook ............................................................ 14
Before youtravel ................................................................... 14
Notebook:transporting ............................................................... 15
Cleaning the notebook .................................................................. 15
First-time setup ofyourdevice ......................................................... 16
Unpacking and checking the device ...................................................... 16
Selectingalocat
ion ..................................................................... 17
Mains adapter connecting ............................................................... 17
Switchingonthedevice for the first time .................................................. 18
Working withthe notebook ............................................................ 19
Statusindicators ........................................................................ 19
Switching on the notebook . . . . ........................................................... 21
Notebook: switching off .................................................................. 21
Keyboard ............................................................................... 22
Separate number block . . . ........................................................... 24
Keycombinations ................................................................... 24
Country and keyboard settings ....................................................... 26
Touchpad andtouchpadbuttons .......................................................... 26
Moving thepointer .................................................................. 26
Selectinganitem .................................................................... 27
Executing commands . . . . . ........................................................... 27
Draggingitems ...................................................................... 27
SwitchingtheTouchpad onandoff .................................................... 27
LCD screen ............................................................................ 28
Webcam ............................................................................... 29
Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 30
Charging,caring for andmaintainingthe battery ....................................... 30
Removing and installingthebattery ................................................... 30
Opticaldrive ............................................................................ 32
Handlingdatacarriers ............................................................... 32
CD/DVDindicator ................................................................... 33
Insertingorremoving adatacarrier ................................................... 33
Manual removal (emergency removal) . . . . ............................................ 34
Usingthe power-managementfeatures ................................................... 35
Memorycards .......................................................................... 36
Supported formats .................................................................. 36
Insertingthememorycard ........................................................... 36
Removing the memory card .......................................................... 36
ExpressCards .......................................................................... 37
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Insertingthecard ................................................................... 37
Removing thecard .................................................................. 38
Loudspeakers and microphones . . ........................................................ 38
SIM card (devices with UMTS module) . . . ................................................. 39
InsertingtheSIM card ............................................................... 39
Removing theSIMcard .............................................................. 39
WirelessLAN /Bluetooth/UMTS ........................................................ 40
Switching the wireless components on and off ......................................... 40
SettingupWLANaccess ............................................................ 40
AccessviaUMTS ................................................................... 40
Ethernetand LAN ....................................................................... 41
Securityfunctions ..................................................................... 42
UsingtheSecurityLock ................................................................. 42
ConfiguringpasswordprotectioninBIOSSetup Utility ...................................... 43
Protecting BIOS Setup Utility (supervisor and user password) . .......................... 43
Password protection for booting of the operating system . .............................. 44
Passwordprotectionforthe hard disk ................................................. 45
Connectingexternal devices ........................................................... 46
Connecting an external monitor . . ........................................................ 47
HDMI port .......................................................................... 47
Connecting USB devices ................................................................ 48
USBport with charging function (AnytimeUSB charge) ................................. 49
How toremoveUSBdevices correctly ................................................ 49
Connecting external audio devices . . . . . . ................................................. 50
Microphone port/Line In . . ............................................................ 50
Headphone port . . . . . ................................................................ 50
Removing and installing components during servicing . . . .............................. 51
Notes on installing and removing boards and components .................................. 51
Preparing to remove components ........................................................ 52
Installing andremovingmemoryexpansion ................................................ 52
Removing thecover ................................................................. 53
Removing memory modules . . ........................................................ 53
Installing amemorymodule .......................................................... 54
Securingthe cover .................................................................. 54
Removing andinstallingthe harddisk .................................................... 55
Removing a cover ................................................................... 55
Removing a harddisk ............................................................... 56
Installing aharddisk ................................................................. 57
Attachingthe cover .................................................................. 58
Finishing component removal ............................................................ 58
Settings in BIOS Setup Utility . . ........................................................ 59
StartingtheBIOS Setup Utility ........................................................... 59
OperatingBIOSSetupUtility ............................................................. 59
ExitingBIOS SetupUtility ................................................................ 60
Exit Saving Changes - save changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . . . ................... 60
Exit Discarding Changes – Discard changes and exit BIOS Setup Utility . . ............... 60
Load Setup Defaults – Copy Standard Entries ......................................... 60
Discard Changes – Discard changes without exiting the BIOS Setup Utility ............... 60
Save Changes - save changes without exiting the BIOS Setup Utility . ................... 60
Save Changes and Power Off . . . . . . ................................................. 60
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Troubleshootingand tips .............................................................. 61
Help if problemsoccur ................................................................... 61
Restoring the hard disk contents under Windows . . ........................................ 62
The notebook’s date or time is incorrect ................................................... 62
The notebook’s LCD screen remains blank . . . . ............................................ 62
The LCD screen is difficulttoread ........................................................ 63
The externalmonitorremainsblank ...................................................... 63
The externalmonitorisblankortheimage isunstable ..................................... 63
The notebook cannot be started . . . ....................................................... 64
The notebook stops working . . ........................................................... 64
The printer does not print . . . . . ........................................................... 65
The radio connection to a network does not work . . ........................................ 65
Acousticwarnings ....................................................................... 65
Errormessagesonthescreen ........................................................... 65
Technical data ......................................................................... 68
LIFEBOOK ............................................................................. 68
Rechargeable battery ................................................................... 68
Mains adapter 80W . . . .................................................................. 68
Poweradapter,65 W .................................................................... 69
Manufacturer’s notes .................................................................. 70
Disposal and recycling .................................................................. 70
DeclarationsofConformity ............................................................... 70
CEmarking ............................................................................ 70
Regulatory notices ...................................................................... 70
Regulatory information for notebooks without radio device . ............................. 71
DOC (Industry CANADA)notices ..................................................... 72
FCC regulatory information for notebooks with radio device ............................. 74
Index .................................................................................. 76
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Innovative technology
Innovative technology
... and ergonomic design make your device a reliable and convenient companion.
The device boots very quickly, is ready for immediate use and offers a particularly
long operating time because of its high capacity battery.
With the user-friendly "BIOS Setup Utility" you can control your notebook’s hardware and better
protect your system against unauthorised access by using the powerful password properties.
Information on the connections and user components of your notebook
canbefoundin"Ports and controls", Page 9.
Further information
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.
Software oriented components of these instructions refer to Microsoft products,
if they come within the scope of the delivery.
If you install other software products, pay attention to the operating
instructions of the manufacturer.
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Innovative technology
Notational conventions
Pay particular attention to text marked with this symbol. Failure to observe
these warnings could pose a risk to health, damage the device or lead
to loss of data. The warranty will be invalidated if the device becomes
defective through failure to observe these warnings.
Indicates important information for the proper use of the device.
►Indicates an activity that must be performed
Indicates a result
This font indicates data entered using the keyboard in a program dialogue or at
the command line, e.g. your password (Name123) or a command used to
start a program (start.exe)
This font indicates information that is displayed on the screen by a program, e.g.:
Installation is complete.
This font Indicates
• terms and texts used in a software interface, e.g.: Click on Save
• names of programs or files, e.g. Windows or setup.exe.
"This font" Indicates
• cross-references to another section, e.g. "Safety information"
• cross-references to an external source, e.g. a web address: For more
information, go to "http://www.fujitsu.com/fts/"
• Names of CDs, DVDs and titles or designations for other materials,
e.g.: "CD/DVD Drivers & Utilities" or "Safety/Regulations" manual
Key indicates a key on the keyboard, e.g: F10
This font indicates terms and texts that are emphasised or highlighted, e.g.: Do
not switch off the device
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Ports and controls
Ports and controls
This chapter presents the individual hardware components of your device. It gives an
overview of the indicators and connections of the device. Please familiarise yourself with
these components before you start to work with the device.
Front
2
1
4
3
5
6
7
8
10 9
4
1 = Webcam
2 = WebCam LED
3 = ON/OFF switch
4 = Loudspeakers
5 = Touchpad
6 = Touchpad buttons
7 = Microphone jack
8 = Headphone port
9 = Memory card slot
10 = Status indicators
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Left panel
12 64 53
1 = VGA monitor port
2 = HDMI port
3 = USB port 3.0
4 = USB port 3.0
5 = USB port 3.0 with charging function
(Anytime USB charge)
6 = ExpressCard slot
Right-hand side
13
24
1 = USB port 2.0
2 = Optical drive
3 = Eject button for optical drive
4 = DC input connector (DC IN)
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Ports and controls
Rear
2
1
1 = Security Lock device 2 = LAN port
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Underside
12
43
5
1 = Memory service compartment
2 = Hard disk service compartment
3 = Battery release
4 = Battery compartment with SIM card
slot under battery (optional)
5 = Battery release
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Important notes
Important notes
ImportantnotesNotes
This chapter contains essential safety information which must be followed
when working with your notebook. Other notes also provide useful information
which will help you with your notebook.
Safety notes
SafetynotesNotes
Please follow the safety notes provided in the "Safety/Regulations" manual
as well as the safety notes given below.
Please pay special attention to the sections in the manual marked
with the symbol on the left.
When connecting and disconnecting cables, observe the relevant
notes in this operating manual.
Read the information on the ambient conditions in the "Technical data",
Page 68 and "First-time setup of your device", Page 16 before preparing your
notebook for use and switching it on for the first time.
When cleaning the device, please observe the relevant notes in the
section "Cleaning the notebook", Page 15.
Pay attention to the additional safety notes for devices with radio components
provided in the "Safety/Regulations" manual.
Please refer to the notes in the chapter "Removing and installing
components during servicing", Page 51.
This notebook complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing
equipment. If you have questions about using your notebook in a particular area,
please contact your sales outlet or our Hotline/Service Desk.
Additional safety notes for devices with
radio components
Radiocom ponent:WirelessLAN:Bluetooth,safetynotes
If a radio component (Wireless LAN, Bluetooth, UMTS) is integrated in your notebook, you
must be sure to observe the following safety notes when using your notebook:
• Switch off the radio components when you are in an aircraft or driving in a car.
• Switch off the radio components when you are in a hospital, an operating room or near a medical
electronics system. The transmitted radio waves can impair the operation of medical devices.
• Switch off the radio components when you let the device get near flammable
gases or into hazardous environments (e.g. petrol station, paintshops), as the
transmitted radio waves can cause an explosion or a fire.
For information on how to switch radio components on and off, see chapter
"Switching the wireless components on and off", Page 40.
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Important notes
Energy saving
NotesEnergyEnergysaving
Switch the notebook off when it is not in use. Switch off external, connected devices if you
are not using them. If you use the energy saving functions, the notebook uses less energy.
You will then be able to work for longer before having to recharge the battery.
Energy efficiency is increased and the environmental impact is reduced.
You save money while protecting the environment.
Energy saving under Windows
►Make use of the power management features (see ""Using the power-management features",
Page 35").
Travelling with yournotebook
Mobileope rationNotesTransp ortati onNotebook
Please observe the points listed below when travelling with your notebook.
Before you travel
►Back up important data stored on your hard disk.
NotebookTravel,noteboo k
►Switch off the radio component for data security reasons. With data traffic via a wireless
connection, it is also possible for unauthorised third parties to receive data.
Information on activating data encryption is provided in the documentation
for your radio component.
►If you wish to use your notebook during a flight, first check with the flight
attendants if it is OK to do so.
When travelling in other countries
►If you are travelling abroad, check that the mains adapter can be operated with the
local mains voltage. If this is not the case, obtain the appropriate mains adapter for
your notebook. Do not use any other voltage converter!
►Check whether the local mains voltage and the power cable are compatible. If this is
not the case, buy a power cable that matches the local conditions.
►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 "CE marking", Page 70).
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Important notes
Notebook: transporting
Protect the notebook from severe shocks and extreme temperatures
(e.g. direct sunlight in a car).
►If your device has an optical drive, remove all data media (e.g. CD, DVD) from the drives.
TransportationNotebook
►Switch the notebook off.
►Unplug the mains adapter and all external devices from the power socket.
►Disconnect the mains adapter cable and the data cables for all external devices.
►Close the LCD screen.
►To protect against damaging jolts and bumps, use a notebook carrying
case to transport your notebook.
Cleaning the notebook
Do not clean any interior parts yourself; leave this job to a service technician.
Only use cleaning products designed for computers. Normal household
cleaners and polishes can damage the markings on the keyboard and the
device, the paintwork or the notebook itself.
Ensure that no liquid enters the notebook.
The LCD screen very sensitive to scratches. Only clean the display
surface with a very soft, slightly damp cloth.
►Switch the notebook off.
CleaningNotesNotebo okKeyboardTouchpadLCDs creenCrystal Viewdispl ay
►In order to prevent accidentially switching the device on, remove the power cable from the mains
adaptor and remove the battery (see "Removing and installing the battery", Page 30).
The surface can be cleaned with a dry cloth. If particularly dirty, use a cloth which has
been moistened in mild domestic detergent and then carefully wrung out.
To clean the keyboard and the touchpad, if available, you can use disinfectant wipes.
Ensure that no liquid enters the device.
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First-time setup of your device
First-time setup of your device
First- time setu pGettingstarted
Please read the chapter "Important notes", Page 13.
If your device is equipped with a Windows operating system, the necessary
hardware drivers and supplied software are already pre-installed.
Before you switch on the device for the first time, connect it to the mains voltage
using the mains adapter, see "Mains adapter connecting", Page 17.Themains
adapter must be connected during the entire installation process.
A system test is performed when your device is first switched on. Various messages
can appear. The display may remain dark for a short time or may flicker.
Please follow the instructions on the screen.
NEVER switch off your device during the first-time setup process.
On delivery, the battery can be found in the battery compartment or in the accessories kit.
The battery must be charged if you want to operate your device using the battery.
When used on the move, the built-in battery provides the device with the necessary power. You
can increase the operating time by using the available energy-saving functions.
For instructions on how to connect external devices (e.g. mouse, printer) to your
device, please refer to the operating manual for your device.
Unpacking and checking the device
Should you discover any damage that occurred during transportation,
notify your local sales outlet immediately!
►Unpack all the individual parts.
PackagingTransport
►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.
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