Fujitsu's All-In-One Multimedia LifeBook to Feature New Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SANTA CLARA Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. , Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 25, 2002 Starting at $1,999, Fujitsu's LifeBook C Series Combines High-Performance With Leading-Edge Multimedia Functionality Fujitsu PC Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited (TSE See Tokyo Stock Exchange. TSE 1. See Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE). 2. See Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE). :6702), today announced the availability of its first Mobile Intel(R) Pentium(R) 4 Processor-M mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings solution with the LifeBook(R) C Series -- an all-in-one multimedia notebook made popular for its unrivaled price and performance. Featuring Intel's new Mobile Pentium 4 processor-M running at 1.6GHz and the Intel 845MP chipset, Fujitsu's LifeBook C Series offers improved multimedia features that increase its overall appeal and retains its attractive price point of $1,999(1). The adoption of Intel's latest processor increases the audio, communications, entertainment, and digital video and imaging capabilities of the LifeBook C Series while further enhancing users' digital media experience. "With the adoption of the Mobile Intel Pentium 4 Processor-M, the LifeBook C Series will continue its tradition of providing users the most advanced multimedia features available in an all-in-one design," said Sara Nelson, Fujitsu PC Corporation's vice president of marketing. "We are confidant users will find the added features and increased functionality appealing to anyone interested in entertainment and productivity. The LifeBook C Series is a perfectly priced mobile computing solution with the ability to handle today's most robust applications and the headroom for the next generation of software applications, technology and Internet solutions." As Fujitsu's all-in-one multimedia solution, the LifeBook C Series is ideal for small-to-medium business professionals, first-time users and students. The LifeBook incorporates a 15-inch XGA (EXtended Graphics Array) A screen resolution of 1,024x768 pixels. The term stems from IBM's XGA display standard introduced in 1990, which extended VGA to 132-column text and interlaced 1,024x768x256 resolution. XGA-2 later added non-interlaced 1,024x768x64K. display with excellent resolution to deliver a larger, enhanced DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. viewing experience. For superior video editing, smooth DVD playback and the ability to run graphics-intensive applications, the LifeBook C Series features an advanced ATI (ATI Technologies Inc., Markham Ontario, http://ati.amd.com) A leading manufacturer of graphics chips and display adapters. Founded in 1985 by K. Y. Ho, Benny Lau and Lee Lau, ATI chips and boards are widely used by OEMs. (R) Mobility RADEON(TM) 7500 video controller with 8MB of integrated video memory. Another feature adding to the computer's entertainment value is its ability to deliver high-quality audio via the bundling of Dolby Headphone See headphones. software for virtual surround sound See 3D audio. using stereo headphones Head-mounted speakers. Headphones have a strap that rests on top of the head, positioning a pair of speakers over both ears. For listening to music or monitoring live performances and audio tracks, both left and right channels are required. or speakers. Users can experience 3D stereo sound when using the LifeBook's two built-in speakers through the adoption of SigmaTel Audio with wavetable A group of sampled sound waves used in MIDI. See wavetable synthesis and MIDI. (hardware, music) wavetable - A type of sound generator often built in a sound card. A wavetable contains digitised samples of real instrument sounds or effect (FX) sounds. . Its three-spindle design can accommodate a CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , DVD or DVD/CD-RW combo drive, a built-in floppy drive and the choice of a 20GB, 30 or 40GB hard drive(2). The notebook comes standard with 256MB DDR (Double Data Rate) Refers to an SDRAM memory chip that increases performance by doubling the effective data rate of the frontside bus. For more details, see SDRAM. DDR - Double Data Rate Random Access Memory 266 on-board system memory upgradeable to 512MB, a nine-cell Lithium ion battery and two Type II or one Type III PC card slots. The LifeBook features a built-in modem and Ethernet ports as part of its standard configuration, which makes it perfect for any type of networking environment. Fujitsu plans to maximize the functionality of Intel's new processor through the integration of WiFi(TM)-compliant wireless LAN (IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, New York, www.ieee.org) A membership organization that includes engineers, scientists and students in electronics and allied fields. 802.11b) technology. This option will allow users to seamlessly roam throughout a wireless network and promotes the ability to compute anywhere. Fujitsu plans to ship units with wireless LAN ready in May 2002. Additionally, Fujitsu has included an S-video out port so users can connect their notebook to a television or projector; an optical digit out (SPDIF See S/PDIF. ) port for transferring digital audio to a mini-disc recorder and an IEEE 1394 port are included as part of its standard configuration for lightning fast digital video and data transfer. The LifeBook C Series still offers an unprecedented four universal serial bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. ) ports standard for increased expandability. Users can simultaneously connect up to four devices, including a mouse, keyboard, digital camera, scanner, zip drive, printer, directly to their notebook without the need of a USB hub. Another convenient feature of the LifeBook C Series is the Application Panel, which consists of four programmable one-touch launch buttons, providing fast and easy access to a variety of applications including email and Internet. The notebook comes with a software utility allowing users to define each button further enhancing the functionality of the unit for users. These buttons can also be used as CD-player controls for stop/eject, play/pause, fast forward and fast backward. The LifeBook C Series ships with either Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Edition and can be purchased through Fujitsu's retail and reseller channels(3) as well as at www.fujitsupc.com or 1-877-FPC-DIRECT. Users can customize their notebooks by utilizing Fujitsu's Configure To Order (CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey. ) program. Service and Support The LifeBook C Series incorporates the Fujitsu Service Assistant, a Web-based diagnostic and resolution application preloaded on the system. The Fujitsu Service Assistant provides support solutions to the most common issues that may be experienced with just a simple click of the mouse. The diagnostic program is designed to increase customer satisfaction by delivering faster, more effective service, thus avoiding user frustrations usually associated with slower, non-technology-based service programs. Fujitsu's LifeBook C Series is backed by a one-year International Limited Warranty Limited warranty A warranty with certain conditions and limitations on the parts covered, type of damage covered, and/or time period for which the agreement is good. for U.S. and Canadian customers. The warranty includes technical support, 24 hours a day, seven days a week(4). In addition, users can add Fujitsu Premium Care Service Plans, which include an on-site service plan or a screen protection plan. About Fujitsu PC Corporation Headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif., Fujitsu PC Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited, a leading provider of Internet-focused information technology solutions for the global marketplace. Fujitsu PC Corporation delivers high-performance mobile computing solutions for the North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. market, including a wide range of LifeBook notebooks, Stylistic(R) pen tablet PCs and Pocket LOOX personal digital assistants. Fujitsu PC Corporation emphasizes leading-edge technology, exceptional product quality, user comfort and productivity and outstanding customer service as primary competitive advantages. More information on Fujitsu PC Corporation's LifeBook notebooks and Stylistic pen tablet PCs is available at www.fujitsupc.com or 1-877-FPC-DIRECT. About Fujitsu Fujitsu is a leading provider of Internet-focused information technology solutions for the global marketplace. Its pace-setting technologies, best-in-class computing and telecommunications platforms, and worldwide corps of systems and services experts make it uniquely positioned to unleash the infinite possibilities of the Internet to help its customers succeed. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 5.48 trillion yen for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2001. Internet: http://www.fujitsu.com/ (1)Pricing may change without notice. (2)Accessible capacity may be less to due formatting, applications, and backup utilities. For maximum user convenience and confidence, 1.5GB of the drive is partitioned and the original factory image is stored there. PowerQuest(R) Drive Image(TM) Special Edition, a system recovery utility, can be used to restore the computer to its originals state at any time. (3)Certain retailers will only offer select models. (4)Service and warranty repairs turnaround time (1) In batch processing, the time it takes to receive finished reports after submission of documents or files for processing. In an online environment, turnaround time is the same as response time. may vary by country and product. Support 24 hours a day, seven days a week applies to the U.S. and Canada only. Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, LifeBook and LOOX are registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited. Stylistic is a registered trademark of Fujitsu PC Corporation. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a trademark of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. The statements provided herein are for informational purposes only and may be amended or altered by Fujitsu PC Corporation without notice or liability. Fujitsu PC Corporation disclaims liability for any inaccuracies, errors or omissions in this press release. |
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