Singapore, May 21, 2001 -
In accordance to consumer demand, Fujitsu, leading manufacturer
of computer products, has worked with Intel®
and launched a Pentium® III model of its
famed B-series LifeBook. The B5 file-sized notebook now
runs on an Intel® Pentium®
III 600 MHz processor with SpeedStep™ technology. To
further reduce power consumption, the ultra-low voltage
microprocessor has been specially incorporated into the
new Fujitsu LifeBook B-2548 which helps translate to a longer
battery life for mobile users.
Commonly referred to as a small electronic
foolscap pad, the LifeBook B-2548 also packs away a 128
MB SDRAM and a spacious 20 GB hard disk. Communication is
maximised with an integrated LAN port and modem port. The
notebook also has 2 PCMCIA interfaces that can accommodate
two Type I / II cards or one Type III PC card.
The LifeBook B-2548 series' 10.4" TFT colour
display is endowed with Touch Screen capability, and the
orientation can be rotated via software. This makes it eminently
suitable for outdoor sales personnel or road-warriors who
need to conclude deals on the go, as the process of obtaining
a written agreement is greatly sped up by the B-series'
Touch Screen display. Virtual contracts can simply be presented
and signed on screen, with the aid of the attractive stylus
pen that is conveniently located beside the screen.
To spare time-rushed executives the effort
of disconnecting printer cables and modem wires each time
they leave the office, Fujitsu has thoughtfully designed
a snap-on port replicator. In the shape of a wedge, the
port replicator tilts the notebook into a comfortable position
for typing. Users can enjoy full peripheral support like
an external monitor, LAN, printing services, scanning, a
full-sized keyboard and mouse whilst working at their desks.
When it is time for meetings or off-site work, users simply
disengage the notebook with minimal fuss.
The LifeBook B-2548 has a security panel
consisting of five buttons located at the front. Through
this panel, security features can be programmed into the
hardware to prevent theft or unauthorised access to the
LifeBook. There are more than 800,000 possible password
combinations that can be set on this security panel. Once
the correct password has been keyed into the system, the
lock indicator disappears from the display panel and the
system will power up or resume from its suspend mode. Four
other similar buttons can be programmed for hassle-free
launch onto the Internet, email applications, or other user-preferred
applications.
Fujitsu employs a battery bridging technology
to ensure no loss of data during battery swaps. The LifeBook
B-2548 has a battery life of over two hours* on the first
battery and up to a maximum of six hours* with the extended
battery pack. This new technology ensures that work can
continue uninterrupted.
Availability:
LifeBook B-2548 is available from Fujitsu
PC Asia's resellers in June 2001.
Technical Specifications:
LIFEBOOK B-2548
- Intel® Pentium®
III processor 600MHz Ultra Low Voltage with SpeedStep™
technology
- Microsoft® Windows®
Millennium Edition
- 128 MB SDRAM (max. 256 MB)
- 20GB HDD (S.M.A.R.T. support)
- Integrated V.90 modem and 10/100 Mbps
LAN
- 10.4" XGA TFT colour (Touch Screen)
- 2.2 Hours Battery Life*
- Type I or II x 2 slots or Type III x
1 slot
- Internal speakers (stereo)
- Security Panel and One Touch Programmable
Application Launch Buttons
- Weight: Approx. 1.39kg
*Results
obtained from Ziff Davis Battery MarkV4.0.
Actual battery life will vary based on screen brightness,
applications, features, power management setting, battery
conditioning, and other customer preferences.
DVD or hard drive usage may also have a significant impact
on battery life.
