STYLISTIC Q550 combines highest levels of enterprise security with benefits of m

ultiple touch computing

Tokyo, February 24, 2011 — Fujitsu today announced the global launch of the STYLIS
TIC Q550, a business-class slate PC designed for the high-security requirements
of mobile enterprise computing, starting in early April 2011.

Building on Fujitsu's long heritage of creating tablet PCs for professional and
business users, the Fujitsu STYLISTIC Q550 slate PC builds in security from the
ground up, so that it meets the most stringent ICT security requirements of gove
rnments and businesses. The Fujitsu STYLISTIC Q550 is developed to meet enterpri
se mobile computing demands and integrate seamlessly into existing ICT infrastru
ctures.
As enterprises struggle to keep consumer smartphones and tablets off their corpo
rate networks to avoid security breaches, Fujitsu is taking an alternative appro
ach with the introduction of a companion device designed for maximum interoperab
ility with business environments. Seamless integration is provided thanks to use
of the Microsoft Windows® 7 operating system. Additional licensing and rollout co
sts are capped since the slate PC uses the same software already deployed in ent
erprise infrastructures.
Usability features also help set the Fujitsu slate PC apart from other mobile de
vices. The STYLISTIC Q550 is distinguished by elements such as full work day bat
tery runtime and a brilliant anti-glare 10.1-inch screen that allows for use bot
h indoors and outdoors. Seamless connectivity comes through the inclusion of WLA
N, Bluetooth and optional mobile broadband 3G/UMTS, enabling collaboration such
as the sharing of documents while on the move.
Along with excellent ergonomics, Fujitsu makes mobile data entry easier by combi
ning a multiple touch interface with precise and pressure-sensitive pen input. T
he STYLISTIC Q550 automatically recognizes when users are working with a pen, al
lowing them to rest their hand on the screen when writing. Built-in handwriting
recognition software converts input to text. When the pen is not in use, the sla
te PC automatically readjusts to a touch interface.
Since 1991, Fujitsu has pursued the global expansion of tablet PC portfolio with
an emphasis on the North American market. Currently, it holds the second-larges
t market share in North America(1).
Fujitsu is offering the STYLISTIC Q550 as a ubiquitous terminal that can be util
ized safely and securely in all business scenarios, while at the same time accom
modating advancements in enterprise system environments, including rapidly accel
erating communications environments and cloud computing.
"Microsoft welcomes the release of the STYLISTIC Q550," says Steven Guggenheimer
, Corporate Vice President of the OEM Division, Microsoft Corporation. "Windows® 7
is a great choice for commercial customers looking for a devices that enables t
he flexibility and mobility their businesses need to succeed. With Windows® 7, you
get enterprise manageability, security, as well as the ability to run the appli
cations used within organizations."
"The STYLISTIC Q550 delivers low power and performance with the upcoming Intel A
tom processor, codenamed 'Oak Trail'" said Doug Davis, vice president and genera
l manager of the Netbook and Tablet Group, Intel. "Atom processors help provides
business users a seamless, rich multi-tasking experience with PC-like functiona
lity and all day battery life for professionals on the move."
To accommodate the full range of business scenarios in which customers operate,
Fujitsu will continue to introduce new ways for customers to leverage cloud comp
uting and other corporate ICT systems to enhance their businesses.
Features of the STYLISTIC Q550
1. Usability and user experience - effortless and intuitive operability via touc
h or pen input
The STYLISTIC Q550 runs on Microsoft Windows® 7 and is compatible with Windows®' mul
ti-touch capabilities. Users can control applications and input text by touching
the screen simply with just a touch of their fingers or by the attached stylus.
The STYLISTIC Q550 is equipped with a next-generation Intel® ATOM™ CPU that is highl
y-compatible with Microsoft Windows® 7 operating system, energy efficient, and fea
tures superior performance. By making full use of Fujitsu's proprietary power su
pply control functionality, the new series provides effortless operations using
a large-capacity battery that can power the slate PC's 10.1 inch screen while st
ill lasting approximately 10 hours(2). Furthermore in terms of maintenance, the
battery is removable. The overall unit weighs only 690g when a standard battery
is inserted(3).
The STYLISTIC Q550 employs an ergonomic design, with a surface texture and weigh
t balance that make it fit naturally in the user's hand.
2. Content creation and collaboration - enhanced network communications features
to support a ubiquitous working environment
The STYLISTIC Q550 can connect to IEEE 802.11n/a/g-compatible wireless LANs and
wireless WANs(4), thereby enabling high-speed network communications. This in tu
rn, makes data communications in a cloud computing environment effortless and he
lps to facilitate smooth business operations.
3. Security and manageability - highly compatible with existing ICT systems, fea
tures advanced security
As the STYLISTIC Q550 runs on Microsoft Windows® 7, customers can deploy the slate
PC without having to make changes to existing Windows®-environment security resou
rces and operations management systems. Moreover, through its unique product des
ign process, Fujitsu has engineered the slate PC to incorporate a variety of tec
hnologies—such as fingerprint authentication, smart card reader, embedded security
chip(5), and encrypted SSD—that enable the development of even more robust securi
ty systems, an important feature for enterprise customers.
4. Payment by monthly installments (in Japan only)
By using Fujitsu's Workplace LCM Service, which provides total outsourcing suppo
rt over the lifecycle of the customer's ICT equipment ranging from planning and
acquisition to deployment, day-to-day operations, equipment retirement, and disp
osal for a monthly fee, customers can reduce the initial costs and operational m
anagement burdens involved with the deployment of the STYLISTIC Q550, in additio
n to utilizing thin clients.
Fujitsu will continue to deliver products and services not only through its comp
uting products, but also by expanding its cloud services offerings in mobility c
atered towards sales, customer management, and maintenance operations so that cu
stomers can easily and effectively conduct business towards the future.