Fujitsu Siemens Computers launches the LIFEBOOK E8020 to coincide with the launch of Intel Centrino mobile technology platform Sonoma
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Munich, January 19, 2005 - Fujitsu Siemens Computers today launched the LIFEBOOK E8020
in conjunction with the official announcement of the new
Intel® Centrino™ mobile technology (codenamed Sonoma)
and the latest Intel 915 chipset family. This high-end notebook is
aimed at professional notebook users looking for systems that are
both fully equipped and flexible to use. To serve the demanding
expandability requirements of large enterprises, the LIFEBOOK E8020
offers the features of the new Intel technology as well as the full
range of traditional interfaces and a PC card slot alongside a
separate express card slot. As a result, the notebook offers
support for existing and future components. The LIFEBOOK E8020 can
be ordered immediately from specialist stores with ATI MOBILITY
RADEON X600 graphics and 15.1-inch TFT SXGA+ display.
"Our development engineers have integrated the Intel
915PM chipset smoothly into the architecture of the LIFEBOOK
E8020," says Peter Eßer, Executive Vice President Volume
Products and Supply Operations, Fujitsu Siemens Computers.
"This allows us to build on the features that are particularly
popular with our customers from the LIFEBOOK E Series, namely the
outstandingly high performance and the wealth of connection
options." The system architecture is modular in design and can
be easily adapted to meet the configurations and specific
requirements of individual customers. Different modules, such as a
DVD burner, a second battery or an additional hard disk drive, can
be effortlessly installed in the modular bay.
The first customer deliveries for the LIFEBOOK E8020 with the
Intel 915PM chipset are planned for the end of next month (February
2005). The LIFEBOOK E8020 with the Intel 915GM chipset, integrated
graphics (Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900) and an optional
15.1-inch TFT-XGA or 15.1-inch TFT SXGA+ display will be available
from May 2005. Other notebook Series with the new Intel chipset
family will also be available for order from this time.
Security
The LIFEBOOK E8020 offers protection at all levels for
ensuring secure communication and protecting against unauthorized
use. The five hardware buttons on the security panel can be used to
enter an access code, which is prompted when the system is booted.
The buttons can then be used as quick touch buttons for speedy
access to important functions or specific applications. A duplicate
password prompt protects the system and BIOS from unauthorized
access, while an additional password protects the contents of the
hard disk drive. A smart card controller is integrated in the PC
card slot to allow simple use of a smart card. The optionally
available TPM (trusted platform) module prevents unauthorized
access to data and provides additional transaction protection. The
robust magnesium housing of the LIFEBOOK E8020 protects the system
and the data against mechanical damage in everyday use and, as with
all professional notebooks from Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the
LIFEBOOK E8020 is equipped with a Kensington lock interface for
added security.
Manageability
The DeskView client management solution ensures that the
LIFEBOOK E8020 can be easily maintained and administered. This
increases the availability of the system and allows ongoing
operating costs to be dramatically reduced. Extensive functions
such as inventorying, BIOS management and alarm management are
already covered by the DeskView client management solution, which
is part of the standard package. More complex solutions, such as
the migration of operating systems, the remote installation of
application software, advanced hardware and software inventorying
in multiple networks, and license management, can be realized with
the optional ManageITSuite Migration and ManageIT Suite
Controlling.
Ergonomics
Ease-of-use and quiet operation are just two of the key
features of the LIFEBOOK E Series. The systems were developed with
a view to ergonomic use and are equipped with a bright display and
a large keyboard. The port replicator allows the simple connection
of peripherals devices to the LIFEBOOK E8020. Both the power supply
and the port replicator on the new LIFEBOOK E8020 are compatible
with those from the LIFEBOOK E8010 and LIFEBOOK S7010 Series, which
comes in handy when, for example, colleagues using different
LIFEBOOK Series are sharing a desktop.
More Information about the LIFEBOOK E8020 is available in the
Internet at:
http://www.fujitsu-siemens.com/products/mobile/notebooks/lifebook_e.html
Press photos are available for download at:
www.fsc-mediaserver.com/ms/go.cfm?folderid=1690&jumpfactor=6
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About Fujitsu Siemens Computers:
Fujitsu Siemens Computers is the leading European IT provider
with a responsible strategic focus on next-generation Mobility and
Business Critical Computing products, services and solutions. With
a portfolio of exceptional depth, our offering extends from
handhelds through desktops to enterprise-class IT infrastructure
solutions. Fujitsu Siemens Computers has a strong presence in all
key markets across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Leveraging
the strengths, innovation and global reach of our joint
shareholders, Fujitsu Limited and Siemens AG, we make sure we meet
the needs of customers: large corporations, small and medium
enterprises and private users.
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