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UMPCs gain Novell SLED compatibility
Mar. 26, 2008

Fujitsu Computer Systems announced that four of its ultra-light notebooks have passed compatibility tests with Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED). The LifeBook U810, LifeBook T2010, and LifeBook P1620 ultra-mini PCs (UMPCs), and the LifeBook S6510 notebook have been "YES Certified" by Novell, says Fujitsu.

(Click for larger view of the Fujitsu LifeBook U810)

With the Novell SLED certification, Fujitsu is now actively marketing the four previously Windows-only notebooks in Linux configurations. The company announced a distribution agreement with EmperorLinux, a Linux reseller that specializes in notebooks configurations.


Fujitsu LifeBook U810 in tablet mode
(Click to enlarge)

The four SLED-certified LifeBooks are as follows:
  • LifeBook U810 -- Pictured above, this 1.56-pound mini convertible UMPC can switch between laptop and tablet modes. It is based on a low-power 800MHz Intel A110 processor and offers a 5.6 inch WSVGA touchscreen and a touted 5.5 hours of battery life. The U810 includes WiFi, Bluetooth, and Ethernet, as well as an option for an embedded cellular modem certified to access High-Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) networks.

  • LifeBook P1620 -- This larger 2.2-pound convertible notebook is equipped with an Intel Core2 Duo and an 8.9-inch touchscreen. It is said to offer an extended security option with the Fujitsu Portshutter data leak prevention software, which restricts I/O port availability.

  • LifeBook T2010 – This larger 3.5-pound notebook is equipped with a Intel Core2 Duo 7600 and a 12.1-inch WXGA display, promising nine to 11 hours of battery life.

  • LifeBook S6510 -- Equipped with an Intel Core2 Duo and a 14-inch display, the S6510 weighs four pounds. A modular bay supports optical drives and other expansion options.
Stated Paul Moore, Fujitsu's senior director of mobile product marketing, "Fujitsu customers have expressed interest in gaining support for the Linux operating system."

Availability

All four LifeBook notebooks appear to be available now in Linux configurations at undisclosed prices.




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