This document is a user manual for the UH-X notebook, providing essential information on its features, operation, and maintenance. It begins with important safety instructions, copyright information, and a table of contents that outlines the various sections covered.
The manual emphasizes safety, starting with general precautions for handling electronic devices. Users are advised to read all instructions carefully and save them for future reference. Key safety points include unplugging the product before cleaning, avoiding liquid cleaners, not using it near water, and ensuring it is placed on a stable surface. It also warns against blocking ventilation slots to prevent overheating and advises against placing the notebook directly on one's lap due to potential heat. The manual specifies that the product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label and warns against allowing anything to rest on the power cord.
For electrical safety, it highlights the importance of using an extension cord with an appropriate ampere rating and warns against pushing objects into cabinet slots or spilling liquids. Users are strongly advised not to attempt servicing the product themselves, but to refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Specific conditions under which servicing is required are listed, such as a damaged power cord, liquid spills, exposure to rain or water, abnormal operation, physical damage, or a distinct change in performance.
Battery safety is also a critical focus. The manual provides a caution regarding battery replacement, emphasizing the correct polarity and the danger of explosion if an incorrect type is used or if the battery is mistreated (recharged, disassembled, or disposed of in fire). It recommends replacing the battery only with the same or equivalent type and disposing of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. The manual also specifies using only the proper type of detachable power cord set provided with the unit.
The document includes a "CAUTION" section for users, ensuring that the electrical ground of the power utility, telephone lines, and metallic water pipes are connected together. Users should not attempt these connections themselves but contact an electrician. It also specifies that the unit requires an AC adapter with an output rating of 20VDC, 3.25A. Another caution advises using only #26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord to reduce the risk of fire. For authorized repair technicians, there are specific cautions regarding fuse replacement and the danger of explosion if the Lithium (CMOS) battery is incorrectly replaced. The operating temperature is stated as 35°C.
A "NOTE ON USE REQUIRED HIGH SAFETY" section clarifies that the product is designed for general, household, and ordinary industrial use, not for dangerous (fatal) conditions unless extreme safety precautions are implemented. It explicitly warns against using the product without high-level safety precautions in critical applications such as nuclear reaction control systems, automatic flight control systems, mass transport control systems, medical life support systems, or missile launching control systems, as failure to comply could result in death, personal injury, or severe physical damage.
The "NOTE ON BACKUP DATA" section stresses the user's responsibility to back up the operating system, software programs, and created files regularly. It states that Fujitsu Client Computing Limited does not guarantee data integrity during repair and is not obligated to compensate for lost data, except as written in the warranty.
The manual then delves into the "NAMES OF THE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS," providing a visual diagram and descriptions of the notebook's components.
Front Features of UH-X:
- Web Camera: The location of the webcam.
- Privacy camera shutter: A slide mechanism to block the webcam for privacy.
- Display Panel: The notebook's screen.
- Exhaust hole (Rear side): Releases heat from inside the computer. A caution warns that the area around the exhaust openings will become hot and should not be touched during use.
- Status Indicator LED: Displays operating status symbols for specific components.
- Power Button with Fingerprint sensor: Powers the notebook on/off, suspends activity, and resumes from suspend mode. It also functions as a fingerprint sensor for Windows Hello.
- Keyboard: A full-function keyboard with dedicated Windows Keys.
- Touch Pad: Controls the display cursor (mouse pointer).
Side Features of UH-X (Right):
- SD Card Slot: For installing SD/SDXC flash memory cards for data storage and transfer.
- USB 3.2 (Gen1) Connector: For connecting Universal Serial Bus devices, backward compatible with USB 2.0.
- LAN Connector: For connecting to a local area network using an optional LAN cable. The manual includes an illustration showing how to push the LAN adapter upward and connect the network cable.
Side Features of UH-X (Left):
- Kensington lock: For attaching an optional physical lock-down device.
- Thunderbolt™4 USB4(Gen3) Type-C™ Connector: A small 24-pin reversible-plug connector for USB devices and cabling. It provides 5V/3.0A power output, charging input, and DisplayPort Alt Mode functionality.
- Battery status indicator: Lights amber when the battery is charging and turns off when charging is complete.
- HDMI Connector: For connecting to a TV with an HDMI-Out port for high-quality video and audio output.
- USB 3.2 (Gen1) Connector: With anytime charging functionality for connecting Universal Serial Bus devices, backward compatible with USB 2.0.
- Microphone and Headphone Combo Jack: A single jack for both microphone and headphone.
Bottom Features of UH-X:
- Air Vents: Used to cool the system and prevent overheating.
- OFF Button: If the operating system stops responding and the power button doesn't work after 10 seconds, this button cuts off battery power for a hard reset. The notebook can then be powered on by pressing the Power button. A "POINT" note clarifies that when turning on the computer for the first time after using the OFF button, the AC adapter must be connected.
STATUS INDICATOR LED:
- Function Lock Indicator: Turns on when function keys are locked (activated by Fn + [F1-F12] for multimedia controls, or Fn + Esc for session-long lock, which resets on reboot).
- Num Lock Indicator: Turns on when Num Lock mode is active, allowing the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad (activated by NumLk key, or by holding Fn and pressing the target key).
- Caps Lock Indicator: Toggles Caps Lock mode (activated by [CapsLock] key).
- Scroll Lock Indicator: Turns on when Scroll Lock mode is active (activated by holding Fn and pressing [ScrLk] key).
- Power Indicator: Turns on when the notebook has power, turns off when powered off, and blinks in suspend mode.
RUNNING UH-X ON ITS BATTERY:
- Recharging the Battery: Connect the AC adapter to the notebook. The battery status indicator turns off when fully charged (in off mode). A "POINT" note advises fully charging the battery before first use or if it hasn't been recharged for over a month. It also mentions that the indicator turns off when fully charged in power-off mode. Another "POINT" explains that charging won't start if the battery is 90% or more charged, only when it's 89% or less. It also notes that chargeability degrades in extreme temperatures. A third "POINT" indicates that if the battery is very hot, a protection feature might prevent recharging until the temperature decreases.
- Battery status Indicator (C):
- Amber lamp lit: Charging.
- Red lamp flashes: Charging stopped (e.g., due to battery temperature alarm).
- OFF: Charging completed.
- A "POINT" note clarifies that when the power is off, all status display LEDs are off except during battery charging.
- Running UH-X on its Battery: Disconnect the AC adapter and press the power button. A "POINT" note warns that battery power decreases faster in cold places and that chargeability decreases over time, recommending replacement if the battery drains quickly.
- Checking the Power Level of the Battery: The battery status indicator shows different colors based on power level:
- OFF: 100% – 21% remaining.
- Red lamp lit: 20% or below remaining.
- Red lamp flashes: Abnormal battery condition.
- A "POINT" note explains that battery status indicators might not accurately show remaining power in extreme temperatures. It reiterates that charging won't start if the battery is 90% or more charged.
- Low Battery Condition: The battery level indicator turns red. Users should connect the AC adapter immediately. A "POINT" note warns of data loss with a weak battery and advises saving data, exiting applications, and turning off the notebook. It also suggests connecting the AC adapter before accessing data on the storage drive when the battery is weak. The notebook may enter standby mode if the battery is weak and there's no system activity, or after system activity completes. It enters standby at 3% capacity by default. A "NOTE 1" explains that a battery temperature alarm stops charging if the battery pack unit's temperature is too high or too low.
POWER MANAGEMENT:
- Function Description: The UH-X offers various power-saving options, some automatic, others user-configurable (e.g., display brightness). Power management can be controlled through the operating system, pre-bundled applications, or BIOS setup. The manual also suggests user actions to conserve battery power, such as creating power-saving profiles, using Suspend mode, and limiting high-power device usage.
- Power Button: When the UH-X is active, pressing and immediately releasing the Power button puts the notebook into Sleep mode (indicated by two short beeps on some models). Pressing it again resumes active operation. The Power indicator shows the system's state: visible and not flashing for operational, visible and flashing for Sleep mode, and not visible for power off or Hibernation mode.
- Sleep Mode: Windows Sleep mode saves system memory contents while maintaining power to critical parts, turning off the CPU, display, storage drive, and other internal components. The notebook can enter Sleep mode by pressing the Power button, selecting "sleep" from the Windows Power menu, timing out due to inactivity, or reaching the Dead Battery warning condition. Pressing the power button resumes operation. A "POINT" note warns that the battery continues to discharge in Suspend mode, albeit slower than when fully operational. It also highlights the advantage of Hibernation (Save-to-Disk) for prolonged suspension without power, despite longer power-up sequences and peripheral resets.
- Hibernation (Save-To-Disk) Feature: This feature saves system memory contents to the storage drive as part of the Suspend/Resume mode.
- Enable or Disable the Hibernation Feature (Windows 11):
- Click Windows icon > All apps > Windows Tools > Control Panel.
- Select "Change what the power button do," then "Change settings that are currently unavailable."
- Under "Shutdown Setting," select the Hibernate tab, check/uncheck the box, and click "Save changes."
- Windows Power Management: The Power Options icon in the Windows Control Panel allows configuration of power management settings, such as timeout values for turning off the display and storage drive, whether on battery or AC adapter power.
- Restarting the System (Windows 11):
- Click the Windows icon.
- Click the Power, and select "Restart" from the list.
- An "IMPORTANT" note warns that turning off without exiting Windows or turning on within 10 seconds of shutdown can cause errors.
- Power Off: To ensure proper shutdown, use the Windows shutdown procedure. A "CAUTION" warns to close all files and applications before shutting down to prevent data loss or storage drive errors.
- Power Off Procedure (Windows 11):
- Click the Windows icon.
- Click the Power, and select "Shut down" from the list.
- The manual also advises consulting the "Care and Maintenance Section" if storing the notebook for a month or more.
POWER SOURCES:
- Connecting the AC Adapter: The AC adapter powers the notebook and charges batteries.
- Plug the DC output cable into the Thunderbolt™4 USB4(Gen3) Type-C™ Connector.
- Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet.
- A "POINT" note reminds users that the battery is not charged at purchase and needs to be charged with the AC adapter before first use.
- Power on: Use the Power button. Ensure a power source (charged battery or AC adapter) is connected. A "POINT" note reiterates this.
- Power off: Always shut down properly using the Windows shutdown procedure. A "CAUTION" warns against carrying the notebook while powered on or subjecting it to shocks/vibrations, as this can cause damage.
- Power On Self Test (POST): When powered on, the notebook performs POST to check internal parts. Errors result in audio warnings or messages. After POST, the operating system loads.
Warranty Registering for Your UH-X:
- How to register: Visit https://www.fmworld.net/overseas/my/support/.
Troubleshooting:
- Function Description: This section helps users identify and resolve simple setup or operating problems, or problems with peripheral devices, and determine if service is required.
- Identifying the Problem:
- Turn off the notebook.
- Ensure the AC adapter is properly plugged into the notebook and an active AC power source.
- Ensure all external devices are properly connected; disconnect them to rule out as causes of failure.
- Turn on the notebook, ensuring it has been off for at least 10 seconds.
- Go through the boot sequence.
- A "POINT" note suggests keeping notes of troubleshooting steps to assist support representatives. It also advises against returning a failed notebook before speaking with support.
- Information to have ready before calling support:
- Product name
- Product serial number
- Purchase date
- Conditions under which the problem occurred
- Any error messages
- Hardware configuration
- Type of device connected, if any
- Product name and serial number can be found on the label on the bottom of the notebook. Support is only available in the country/region where the product was sold.
The manual concludes by noting that a copy of the UH-X User Manual is available in Microsoft Windows OS or on the website (https://www.fmworld.net/overseas/my/support/) for more information on the notebook's functions and features.
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