SOURCE: Fujitsu Computer Systems

May 01, 2008 18:23 ET

Fujitsu Announces Availability of Fujitsu LifeBook U810 Mini Convertible and LifeBook T2010 Ultra-Portable Convertible Notebooks With Fastest Wireless Data Connection in North America

Fujitsu First to Offer Built-In AT&T BroadbandConnect High Speed Packet Access

SUNNYVALE, CA--(Marketwire - May 1, 2008) - Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced the availability of the LifeBook(R) U810 mini and the ultra-portable LifeBook T2010 convertible notebooks with built-in access to the AT&T BroadbandConnect High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) network, delivering the highest speed data wireless GSM WAN connection available in North America.

The LifeBook U810 mini, the world's smallest convertible notebook* at 1.56 pounds with a 5.6-inch LED backlit touch-screen display, and the 3.5-pound LifeBook T2010 convertible notebook, with a 12.1-inch LED backlit display, are the first notebooks in North America to offer a built-in wireless modem certified to access AT&T's third-generation (3G) High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) BroadbandConnect wireless network. This network provides enhanced 3G performance, with typical download speeds between 600 Kbps and 1,400 Kbps and typical upload speeds between 500 Kbps and 800 Kbps. The faster download speeds provide an optimal wireless Internet-browsing experience, and the faster upload speeds will enhance users' ability to send large files, such as e-mail messages with attachments, videos, photos or business documents.

"Fujitsu has integrated HSUPA access into the LifeBook U810 mini and LifeBook T2010 convertible notebooks to enable users to take advantage of flexibility and productivity gains that are gained through unparalleled data connectivity," said Paul Moore, senior director of mobile product marketing, Fujitsu Computer Systems. "The greater connection speeds integrated into the highly adaptable and highly reliable Fujitsu solutions allow mobile workers to be far more productive regardless of where their travels take them, including international travel through various AT&T roaming agreements."

AT&T has the broadest international wireless footprint of any U.S. carrier. Customers can use the LifeBook 810 mini and LifeBook T2010 convertible notebooks on 3G or EDGE/GPRS networks in more than 145 countries -- including Japan and South Korea. AT&T also gives its customers the ability to use their wireless phones to make or take a phone call in more than 200 countries.

Capable of running all standard applications, the LifeBook U810 mini notebook functions like a traditional notebook with an ultra-slim QWERTY keyboard, or by swiveling the WSVGA Crystal View illuminated screen, as a handheld tablet PC with a touch screen for finger or pen input. The mini convertible, equipped with the energy efficient Ultra Low Power Intel(R) A110 processor, is available with Windows Vista(R) Home Premium, Windows Vista(R) Business, or Windows(R) XP Tablet PC Edition 2005. The system's standard four-cell battery delivers up to 5.5 hours of computing time.(1)

The LifeBook T2010 notebook, the lightest convertible on the market, comes equipped with a slim 1.3-inch chassis and a 12.1-inch WXGA indoor/outdoor LED back-lit display with a bi-directional swivel. The pen-enabled convertible boasts extraordinary battery life of up to 11 hours(1) with the extended battery option, or 9 hours(1) with a standard battery. The LifeBook T2010 notebook, equipped with Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo 7600 ultra low voltage processor, offers a choice of Windows Vista(R) Business or Windows(R) XP Tablet PC Edition 2005.

Both the LifeBook U810 and LifeBook T2010 notebooks comply with the new Energy Star(R) version 4.0 guidelines. The environmentally friendly notebooks are packed with a suite of advanced security features to safeguard information including Trusted Platform Module support and two-level BIO lock, along with a fingerprint sensor for encrypting sensitive files with a finger swipe. The LifeBook T2010 notebook also offers an embedded Smart Card slot.

Price and Availability

The LifeBook U810 notebook with HSPA Wireless WAN, priced starting at $999(2), and the LifeBook T2010 notebook with HSPA Wireless WAN, priced starting at $1,499(2), are available immediately through the Fujitsu direct sales force, website, channel partners and select retail outlets(3). Users can choose from a recommended configuration, or they can customize their system using the Fujitsu Configure To Order (CTO) program. See http://www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/store/index.shtml for further information.

Service and Support

The LifeBook U810 and LifeBook T2010 notebooks are backed by a one- or three-year International Limited Warranty for U.S. and Canadian customers(4). The International Limited Warranty(4) includes technical support 24 hours a day, seven days a week(5), and unlimited online chat support. In addition, Fujitsu offers other warranty plans designed to meet the unique needs of mobile users. See http://us.fujitsu.com/computers for further information.

About Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation

Headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif., Fujitsu Computer Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) committed to the design, development and delivery of advanced computer systems, application infrastructure software products, and managed services for the business enterprise. Through its TRIOLE(R) strategy, the company offers a complete line of scalable and reliable servers, storage and middleware solutions, high-performance mobile and client computers, as well as professional services. Fujitsu Computer Systems has established itself as a strategic solutions provider to the world's leading organizations by offering technology innovation, customer choice, exceptional product quality and reliability, as well as outstanding customer service. See http://us.fujitsu.com/computers for further information.

About Fujitsu

Fujitsu is a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace. Pace-setting device technologies, highly reliable computing and communications products, and a worldwide corps of systems and services experts uniquely position Fujitsu to deliver comprehensive solutions that create infinite possibilities for its customers' success. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE: 6702) reported consolidated revenues of 5.1 trillion yen (US$43.2 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007. For more information, please see: http://www.fujitsu.com/.

Fujitsu, the Fujitsu logo, LifeBook and TRIOLE are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fujitsu Limited in the United States and other countries. Intel, the Intel logo and Intel Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the United States Environmental Protection Agency in the United States. All other trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners.

The statements provided herein are for informational purposes only and may be amended or altered by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation without notice or liability. Product description data represents Fujitsu design objectives and is provided for comparative purposes; actual results may vary based on a variety of factors. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

* As of May 16, 2007, according to Fujitsu investigations.

(1) Battery life estimates reflect the results of BAPCo MobileMark2005 Productivity Workloads performed upon systems with battery life setting enabled on Windows(R) XP operating systems. Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness, applications used, features selected, power management settings, battery conditioning, and other customer preferences. DVD/CD-RW, DVD Writer, LAN, wireless LAN or hard drive usage may also have a significant impact on battery life.

(2) Pricing may change without notice.

(3) Certain retailers will only offer select models.

(4) Wireless service is subject to provider's area and/or roaming agreements.