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December 2006

21 December 2006 US: Amedia Networks Deploying the Fujitsu MPEG Encoder and Decoder Technology in New Wireless A/V Transmitter and Receiver to be Demonstrated at CES 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, December 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA), a leader in MPEG-based entertainment technology, today announced that Amedia Networks, Inc., a provider of next-generation residential media gateways, is using the Fujitsu MPEG encoder and decoder technology in its new wireless audio-video transmitter and receiver systems. The new systems will be demonstrated at the 2007 International CES January 8-11 in Las Vegas, Fujitsu booth number 70809. Fujitsu and Amedia also plan to complete a High Definition (HD) solution by using the new H.264 (High Profile, level 4.0) CODEC device. (See related December 11, 2006, press release announcement.) The Amedia design will also be demonstrated in the Fujitsu booth.
20 December 2006 US: Glovia's Flexible Solution Framework Effectively Supports ETO/MTO Manufacturing Environments
El Segundo, CA, December 20, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, has announced the development of a powerful yet flexible solutions framework that supports the actual ways in which Engineer-to-Order (ETO) and Make-to-Order (MTO) manufacturers operate-including concurrent or progressive engineering and simultaneous mixed modes of operation. Glovia software reacts to project changes immediately to rebalance supplies, resources, and demands to keep projects moving forward.
19 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. Named a Top Technology Innovator Finalist by VARBusiness Magazine
Sunnyvale, CA, December 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced it has been recognized as a finalist for outstanding achievement in technology innovation by VARBusiness magazine. The Fujitsu ScanSnap™ fi-5110EOXM scanning solution was named a finalist in the Printing and Imaging category for the 4th Annual VARBusiness Tech Innovators award competition.
19 December 2006 US: Fujitsu ETERNUS4000 Storage System Sets New World Record in Storage Performance
Sunnyvale, CA, December 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced that the ETERNUS®4000 Model 500 storage system achieved the top position with the Storage Performance Council (SPC) in two benchmarks for mid-range disk array performance. The benchmark results, listed on the SPC website at www.storageperformance.org, attest to the Fujitsu-wide commitment to delivering greater value to customers.
19 December 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers Takes Part in EPA Program Researching Alternative Flame Retardants for Printed Circuit Boards
Munich, December 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers is supporting the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the search for alternative, environmentally conscious substitutes for brominated flame retardants. The leading European IT provider has committed to the EPA program "Design for the Environment Program (DfE)", which seeks to reduce the individual health risks and environmental damage that can be caused by IT production.
18 December 2006 China: Fujitsu Brings World's First 300GB 2.5" Hard Disk Drive to Hong Kong
Hong Kong, December 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Hong Kong Limited, a leading provider of customer-focused information technology and telecommunications solutions and services, today announced as part of a coordinated global launch the MHX2300BT series of mobile hard disk drives (HDDs). The latest Fujitsu products feature industry-leading storage capacities of 250GB and 300GB, the first 2.5" PMR hard disk drives in the industry to attain these high levels of capacity.
18 December 2006 US: Fujitsu PalmSecure™ Technology Receives Certification From International Biometric Group
Sunnyvale, CA, December 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that its PalmSecure biometric authentication sensor has received Biometric Performance Certification through evaluation in International Biometric Group's Comparative Biometric Testing (CBT). Comparative Biometric Testing evaluates full biometric systems typically utilized in access control, point-of-sale, border management, logical access and ID systems applications.
18 December 2006 US: Fujitsu To Exhibit Cutting-Edge Storage Solutions and Feature New Technology Products at CES 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, December 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will be showcasing several of its industry-leading storage solutions and new technology products at the 2007 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on January 8-11, 2007 in Las Vegas, NV.
15 December 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu To Release H.264 Format Video-Processing LSI Chip Supporting High-Definition and Low Power Consumption
Singapore, December 15, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the development of a new large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) chip capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video, in H.264(*1)format.
13 December 2006 US: Fujitsu/Industry Analysts Foresee Strong Momentum For Document Imaging Market Headed Into 2007
Sunnyvale, CA, December 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that the company recorded its strongest half in terms of total document imaging units shipped in the company's storied history. In the first half of its fiscal year 2006, April 1, 2006 to Sept. 30, 2006, the company's document imaging scanner shipments increased 19 percent over the same period in 2005. The 1H06 shipment numbers broke last year's record numbers.
12 December 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Introduces World's First 300 GB 2.5" SATA Hard Disk Drive
Tokyo, December 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of the world's first 2.5" hard disk drive that offers storage capacity of 300 gigabytes (GB) with a Serial ATA (*1) interface. The new hard disk drive "MHX2300BT" will be available in late February 2007. Featuring the highest storage capacity in the 2.5" class, it will be available on a global basis for use primarily in multifunctional mobile PCs and digital TVs.
12 December 2006 UK: Fujitsu Adds IP Serial Console Switch for Remote Device Management
London, December 12, 2006 – With increasing corporate globalisation prompting the need for remote management capability, Fujitsu Europe today added a software-free, IP-Serial console switch/1-port converter to its SERVIS™ system product line. This new device expands Fujitsu's existing line of KVM switches, console drawers and Cat5 extenders for flexible network connectivity solutions.
11 December 2006 UK: Fujitsu Announces World's First 300GB 2.5" Hard Disk Drive
London, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Europe Limited today announced as part of a coordinated global launch the MHX2300BT series of mobile hard disk drives (HDDs). The newest Fujitsu products feature impressive storage capacities of 250GB and 300GB and are the first 2.5" PMR hard disk drives in the industry to attain these high levels of capacity.
11 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Announces World's First 300GB 2.5" Hard Disk Drive
Sunnyvale, CA, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced as part of a coordinated global launch the MHX2300BT series of mobile hard disk drives (HDDs). The newest Fujitsu products feature impressive storage capacities of 250GB and 300GB, the first 2.5" PMR hard disk drives in the industry to attain these high levels of capacity. The MHX2300BT series will begin shipping in the first quarter of 2007.
11 December 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Joins Forces with Amedia Networks to Expand Asia Pacific Wireless Multimedia Markets
Singapore, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd today announced that Fujitsu Electronic Devices Group Asia (EDGA) and Amedia Networks, a US-based company have established a collaboration to expand the wireless multimedia market in Asia Pacific regions.
11 December 2006 UK: Fujitsu Services Signs Contract to Acquire Majority Interest in German IT Services company TDS AG
London, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Services, the European IT services arm of the Fujitsu Group, today signed a contract to acquire investor General Atlantic's stake in TDS AG for a purchase price of € 2.80 per share. The contract will become effective after antitrust clearance. Further shareholders have offered to sell their shares to Fujitsu alongside General Atlantic. This will take Fujitsu's shareholding to 79.1 percent, making it the majority shareholder in TDS AG.
11 December 2006 US: Fujitsu To Introduce New H.264 Format Video-Processing IC for Next-Generation DVD HD Recording and Playback
Sunnyvale, CA, December 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced the industry's first large-scale IC capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video in H.264 format. The MB80H50, scheduled to be released in March 2007, is based on an H.264 processing algorithm developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Limited. The IC is designed with Fujitsu's high-performance audio and video processing technology and will be manufactured using the company's 90nm process technology.
7 December 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Develops New Bio-Based Polymer from Castor Oil
Tokyo, December 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced their development of a new polymer with a high bio-content that uses castor oil extracted from the seeds of the castor bean. The new bio-based polymer features superior flexibility that can withstand repeated bending. Fujitsu will consider using this new bio-based polymer for small components of notebook PCs and mobile phones, such as connector covers.
7 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces World’s Fastest CMOS 14-bit DAC; Versatile New MB86065 Delivers Complete Platform Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, December 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA) today introduced a new 14-bit, 1.3GSa/s digital-to-analog converter (DAC), a single-channel device derived from the successful and award-winning MB86064 dual 14-bit ,1GSa/s DAC developed by Fujitsu in 2003.
5 December 2006 Japan: Fujitsu is Elected to Board of Directors of Trusted Computing Group (TCG)
Tokyo, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that Dr. Seigo Kotani, Senior Researcher of the Secure Computing Laboratory of Fujitsu Labs, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) for a one-year term by TCG members. The board includes permanent board members AMD, HP, IBM, Infineon, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, and Sun. Fujitsu is the first member from Japan to be elected to the TCG board, which guides its approximately 140 members and work groups in development of industry specifications for hardware and software that protect PCs and other computing devices from attacks of critical information and transactions.
5 December 2006 US: Fujitsu's ReturnCENTER Helps Retailers Combat Return Fraud
Frisco, TX, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. today announced that its ReturnCENTER software application is designed to combat fraudulent returns that cost retailers billions of dollars per year.
5 December 2006 US: Fujitsu and CRN to Host Web Seminar on the Value and Benefits of 10-Gigabit Ethernet Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced the company will join with CRN to host a free web seminar on December 6 to discuss the capabilities and value of 10Gb Ethernet switches for various vertical markets and channel partners. During this event attendees will learn about 10GbE solutions in the marketplace, technologies that will fuel 10GbE adoption and how it will drive broader opportunities.
5 December 2006 UK: Fujitsu Announces World's Fastest CMOS 14-bit D
Maidenhead, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) announces the MB86065 14-bit 1.3GSa/s digital-to-analogue converter (DAC). This single-channel device is a derivative of the successful, prize winning(1) MB86064 dual 14-bit 1GSa/s DAC.
5 December 2006 US: Fujitsu PRIMERGY Servers Powered by Quad-Core Intel®Xeon® Processors Set Industry Performance Standard
Sunnyvale, CA, December 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced five new PRIMERGY® two socket servers that offer Fujitsu customers even more choices for highly reliable servers: tower models TX200 S3 and TX300 S3, rack-based models RX200 S3 and RX300 S3, and a blade server BX620 S3. All servers feature the latest Intel® Quad-Core Xeon® processors E5310 and E5320, which deliver almost double the performance per watt over the latest generation of Intel® dual-core processors.
4 December 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New Low Power 256Mbit FCRAM™ for Mobile Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, December 4, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today announced a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM), a pseudo static RAM (pSRAM) with an SRAM interface based on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology. The high-speed operation and low power consumption of the new MB82DDS08314A FCRAM make it an ideal design choice for mobile applications such as cellular phones.
4 December 2006 Germany and US: Fujitsu Siemens Computers and EMC Deliver Fundamental Building Block for Enterprise SOA from SAP
Munich and Hopkinton, Mass, December 4, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers and EMC Corporation today announced integration of EMC networked storage systems and software with the next generation of Fujitsu Siemens Computers' FlexFrame™ for mySAP™ Business Suite. Aimed at reducing total cost of ownership of IT for enterprises, FlexFrame™ for mySAP™ Business Suite version 4.0 gives customers improved information management and protection while and delivering an adaptable and flexible computing infrastructure. FlexFrame is a cost-effective means for running Enterprise Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) from SAP, with SAP NetWeaver as a technical foundation.

November 2006

30 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Announces Appointment of New Corporate Executive Officer
Tokyo, November 30, 2006 – Following a meeting of its Board of Directors today, Fujitsu Limited announced the following new corporate executive officer appointment.
30 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Release H.264 Format Video-Processing LSI Chip Supporting High-Definition and Low Power Consumption
Tokyo, November 30, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced the development of a new large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) chip capable of real-time compression and decompression of high-definition TV-level video, in H.264 format. The new LSI chip, to be released in March 2007, is based on a H.264 processing algorithm developed by Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and integrates Fujitsu's high-performance audio and video processing technology with its 90nm process technology. This is the industry's first such chip to support H.264 High Profile, Level 4.0 standard used in next-generation DVDs. This LSI enables high-resolution recording, playback, and transmission of high-definition video on audio-visual products such as surveillance cameras, hard disk recorders, and home network equipments.
30 November 2006 US: Glovia Successfully Supports Demand-Driven Manufacturing Environments
El Segundo, CA, November 30, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, has announced its ability to successfully support demand-driven manufacturing environments with the company's extended ERP solution, glovia.com.
29 November 2006 Australia: Fujitsu Opens Brisbane Data Centre to Accommodate Strong Local Hrowth
Brisbane, November 29, 2006 – Fujitsu Australia today announced the expansion of its data centre capabilities with the opening of a new data centre facility in Brisbane. The facility, which represents a multi-million dollar investment by Fujitsu in the Queensland market, comes on the back of high local demand for hosted and managed IT infrastructure.
28 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Develops Optical Element for Thermal Assisted Magnetic Recording
Sunnyvale, CA, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that Fujitsu has developed a multi-layered optical element for thermal assisted magnetic recording. Using this optical element, engineers were able to achieve a sub-hundred nanometer (nm) optical spot size, which is considered an enabling element for the successful deployment of one terabit per square inch recording technology for hard disk drives. This groundbreaking development was presented during the International Symposium on Optical Memory (ISOM) in Japan this past October.
28 November 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Introduces 256Mbit Mobile FCRAM™ Compliant with COSMORAM Rev.4
Singapore, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced the availability of a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM). The Mobile FCRAM is a pseudo static RAM (PSRAM) with an SRAM interface on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology, with the advantage of high-speed operation together with low power consumption, making it especially well-suited for mobile applications such as cellular phones.
28 November 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Introduces 256Mbit Mobile FCRAM™ Compliant with COSMORAM Rev.4
Langen, November 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe GmbH (FME) today announced the availability of a new 256Mbit Mobile Fast Cycle RAM (FCRAM). The Mobile FCRAM is a pseudo static RAM (PSRAM) with an SRAM interface on Fujitsu's unique FCRAM core technology. The device has the advantage of high-speed operation together with low power consumption, making it especially well-suited for portable applications such as mobile phones.
21 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Selected to Develop and Manufacture Super 3G Wireless Base Station Equipment for NTT DoCoMo
Tokyo, November 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has been selected in NTT DoCoMo, Inc.'s procurement process to develop and manufacture prototypes and commercial equipment for DoCoMo's super 3G wireless base stations.
21 November 2006 US: Fujitsu, the Leader in Pen Computing, Announces the Stylistic ST5100 Tablet PC Series
Sunnyvale, CA, November 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced the Stylistic® ST5111 and ST5112 Tablet PCs, the first slates on the market to offer the latest Intel® Core™ Duo Mobile Technology, delivering maximum power, performance, and battery life.
21 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Wins Oracle University's North America "Partner of the Year" Award for 2006
Edison, N.J., November 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Consulting has received Oracle University's North America Partner of the Year Award for 2006. This award recognizes the exceptional quality of Fujitsu Consulting's Oracle Education programs and the company's significant student enrollment volume. This honor follows quickly on the heels of another prestigious award given to Fujitsu Consulting by Oracle – the North America Oracle Titan Award 2006 in the Integration and Service Oriented Architecture category. Read about the Oracle Titan Award.
17 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Demonstrate "NeTTomorrow" Next Generation Networking Concept at ITU TELECOM WORLD 2006 in Hong Kong
Tokyo, November 17, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it will exhibit cutting-edge products and services for Next Generation Networking (NGN) at ITU TELECOM WORLD 2006, the international networking exhibition to be held December 4 – 8 in Hong Kong.
16 November 2006 US: Fujitsu LifeBook Q2010 Notebook Recognized by LAPTOP Magazine as One of the Year's "Best of the Best"
Sunnyvale, CA, November 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced that the LifeBook® Q2010 notebook, the slimmest and lightest 12.1-inch notebook on the market was honored by LAPTOP Magazine with its 2006 "Best of the Best" Award in the "Style and Substance" category. The 2.2-pound LifeBook Q2010 notebook will appear in LAPTOP's December cover story, on newsstands 11/20/06.
15 November 2006 US: Fujitsu and Suncoast Solutions Team to Deliver Biometric Authentication and Password Management Solution for Healthcare Environments
Sunnyvale, CA, November 15, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, and Suncoast Solutions, a market leader in Hospice, Palliative Care, and End-of-Life software, today announced that the two companies are teaming up to provide a high-security application that will deliver biometric authentication and password management for healthcare environments. Utilizing Fujitsu PalmSecure technology and Suncoast Solutions'software system, users will benefit from new features including single sign on function as well as password management that is contactless and hygienic, ensuring rapid and highly secure access to mission critical applications.
14 November 2006 Germany: CELSIUS R540 and CELSIUS R640 now with Intel Quad-Core Processors
Augsburg, November 14, 2006 – At the VISIT IT conference Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT provider, is announcing the availability of its CELSIUS R540 and CELSIUS R640 workstations with latest Intel Quadcore processors. The systems are already very successful due to their improved chassis and cooling technology, which reduces the sound emission significantly.
14 November 2006 Germany: German-Japanese Servers based on Intel’s Quad-Processors are Front Runners in the Footrace of Industry Standard Servers
Munich , November 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT provider, today announced the introduction of five new PRIMERGY server models: the tower models TX200 and TX300 S3, the rack-based models RX200 and RX300 S3 as well as the blade servers BX620 S3. All new form factors run on the new Intel Quad-Core Intel® Xeon® processors E5310 and E5320, codename "Clovertown", - that is also unveiled by Intel today -, and take advantage of the almost doubled performance per watt compared to the latest generation of Intel Dual-Core processors. All described server models support the three available Intel Xeon series processors of the 5300 sequence offering the widest range of performance choice for all customer demands in the typical application scenarios. The new models are now available throughout the EMEA region.
14 November 2006 Germany: PRIMERGY BladeFrame Integrates Hypervisor Technology into PAN Manager Software for Seamless Management of Physical and Virtual Servers
Munich , November 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT provider, today launched vBlade™ software, a new software add-on to the PRIMERGY BladeFrame® system powered by Egenera®.vBlade software introduces an entirely new way to manage both physical servers and virtual machines by providing a single environment for configuring, allocating, repurposing and managing both types of resources, and eliminating the complexities associated with virtual machine management.
14 November 2006 Germany and Spain: PRIMERGY BladeFrame Virtualization and Microsoft Operations Manager Combine to Create Self-managing Platform Delivering Continuous Highest-availability
Augsburg and Barcelona, November 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT vendor, today unveils the industry's first dynamic, self-managing technology platform for Microsoft-based computing: Dynamic IT for Microsoft, - targeted at larger midsize companies and the large enterprise - combines Fujitsu Siemens Computers' fully-virtualized PRIMERGY BladeFrame servers with Microsoft Operations Manager, a central management tool for Windows-based applications. This concept provides data center managers with greater system flexibility and enables them to ensure that their IT infrastructure continually achieves the highest levels of availability to match varying resource demands.
14 November 2006 Germany: The "New Fujitsu Siemens Computers" is Focusing on Customer Value through Close Cooperation of Hardware, Services and Solutions Sales
Augsburg, November 14, 2006 – This year, Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT manufacturer and market leader in Germany, is premiering the "New Fujitsu Siemens Computers" at its annual VISIT IT Forum. The integration of IT Product Services (ITPS), which has been part of Fujitsu Siemens Computers BV Holding since April1, 2006, allows the company to offer its customers the full range of consulting, design, implementation and maintenance services for its core businesses infrastructure and mobility solutions. Sales, professional services and consulting are tightly interwoven under the umbrella of Value Sales, ensuring that customers receive virtualization and automation solutions for the Dynamic Data Center from a single source.
14 November 2006 Germany: Triple Certification Guarantees Unbeatable Service Standards
Augsburg, November 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers IT Product Services (ITPS) has been awarded the certificate ISO 20000-1:2005 (IT service management - ITIL). This makes ITPS the first leading IT service provider to be awarded the three most important certifications currently available. Alongside ISO 20000-1, ITPS has been granted ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 9001:2000 (quality management) certification in one standardized management system. Customers are thus guaranteed that all services provided by Fujitsu Siemens Computers ITPS meet top-of-the-range standards.
13 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New Enhanced Version Of Its Award-Winning ScanSnap™ Scanner For Mac®
Sunnyvale, CA, November 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today introduced an enhanced model of its award-winning Fujitsu ScanSnap™ scanning solution for Macintosh® users, the S500M, with 20 percent faster scanning speeds, improved automatic paper size detection and a new design that complements Mac® computers. Additionally, Fujitsu is offering customers the ability to incorporate optical character recognition (OCR) and business card reader functionality into their ScanSnap S500M applications with a mail-in rebate to receive free copies of Readiris™ Pro v11(full) software and Cardiris™ 3.5(full) software from I.R.I.S. Group (total value of $248.00 USD).
13 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces Next Generation 10-Gigabit Ethernet Solution with New 20-Port, Highly Integrated, 1U Switches at Supercomputing 2006
Sunnyvale, CA, November 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced at Supercomputing 2006 the new XG2000 switch series. The new XG2000 switches are the third generation of the company's Layer 2, non-blocking, single chip 10Gb Ethernet solution.
9 November 2006 US: Fujitsu To Showcase the ScanSnap™ Scanning Solution at the Chicago International Airport Admirals Club®
Sunnyvale, CA, November 9, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, will be giving live, hands-on demonstrations of its Fujitsu ScanSnap™ S500 scanning solution at the Chicago International Airport Admirals Club® during the week of November 13, 2006. The Chicago O'Hare Admirals Club is located in Terminal 3, inside the security checkpoint, in the crosswalk between Gates H6 and K6.
9 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Wins Oracle North America Titan Award for its Integration and Service Oriented Architecture Solution
Edison, N.J., November 9, 2006 – Fujitsu Consulting, the North American consulting and services arm of the $40.6 billion Fujitsu Group, announced that it has been awarded the North America Oracle Titan Award 2006 in the Integration and SOA category. The Oracle Titan Awards recognize partner excellence in solution development and business achievements in North America. Award recipients have successfully defined new markets, achieved leadership positions in target markets, and transformed traditional business practices building on Oracle's offerings.
8 November 2006 Australia: Fujitsu Industrialises IT Services and Solutions To Provide up to 30% Greater Efficiency, Continuity and Agility
Sydney, November 8, 2006 – Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand today launched TRIOLE, its new approach to designing, developing, deploying and managing IT services and solutions. TRIOLE originates from a Japanese-inspired management approach to continuous improvement which enables up to 30% greater efficiency, continuity and agility from IT services and solutions. It combines disciplined, repeatable development processes with reliable, reusable templates – across the whole IT services spectrum.
8 November 2006 UK: Fujitsu Releases Compact, Multi-Function IP-KVM Switch
London, November 8, 2006 – Fujitsu Europe has expanded its System Product offering with today's release of an IP-KVM switch. This device gives one local and up to four remote users secure access and control of computers (such as PC/IA/Unix servers) via a graphical user interface over any TCP/IP network without using special software or drivers.
8 November 2006 US: Leading Edge Fujitsu Products Named Honorees in CES Innovations Awards
Sunnyvale, CA, November 8, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that the PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device and the Trusted Network Gateway, a secure Internet accelerator, were named honorees for the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Innovations Design and Engineering Awards.
7 November 2006 US: Fujitsu and TELentice Sign Partnership Agreement for Digital Media Networking Technology
Frisco, TX, November 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. and TELentice Global Inc. have signed a partnership agreement under which Fujitsu will provide sales and marketing support for the TELentice software suite in retail installations requiring intelligent digital networks that deliver targeted in-store communication.
7 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Boosts Performance on LifeBook Convertible Notebooks, Maximizing Mobile Workforce Productivity
Sunnyvale, CA, November 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced the LifeBook® P1610 convertible notebook, a 2.2-pound powerhouse packed with full PC functionality and enhanced with an 8.9-inch indoor/outdoor touch screen display for on-your-feet, on-the-go computing. Fujitsu also announced the LifeBook T4215 Tablet PC, a new edition of its highly popular ultra-light 4.3 pound full-size convertible notebook featuring the high-performance, power-efficient Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor.
7 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Scanners Receive "Editor's Choice" Award from Better Buys for Business
Sunnyvale, CA, November 7, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, is proud to announce that the Fujitsu fi-5120C, fi-5220C, fi-5530C and fi-5900C document scanners, ranging from the workgroup to production-level scanning categories, were selected as "Editor's Choice" Award winners in the Better Buys for Business annual scan-to-file guide published in its September 2006 issue.
7 November 2006 Singapore: Witness the Tablet PC Evolution with Fujitsu
Singapore, November 7, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces three new tablet PC models offering new levels of performance, mobility and control for virtually any consumer, business or vertical application.
2 November 2006 Japan: Fujitsu's PalmSecure™ Biometric Palm Vein Authentication Deployed by Hair Care Company Aderans for PC Log-in System
Tokyo, November 2, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that Aderans Co., Ltd., a major Japanese hair care company, will deploy Fujitsu's PalmSecure™ contactless biometric palm vein authentication system for the PC log-in system for computers used by staff at Aderans branches throughout Japan. This is the first implementation of palm vein-based biometric authentication to safeguard customer data by the hair care industry, which includes wigs and hair pieces, hair-volumizing products, and services for healthy hair growth. In recent years, companies and government agencies have an increased awareness of the importance of protecting personal data. At Aderans, due to the fact that the company's internal information system handles sensitive customer data, the company sought advanced high-level security measures for system log-in, beyond merely employee IDs and passwords.
1 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Announces Another Successful Quarter for Hard Disk Drive Shipments
Sunnyvale, CA, November 1, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced its hard disk drive shipment results for the third calendar quarter. During this timeframe, shipment of Fujitsu enterprise hard disk drives (HDDs) exceeded 1.8 million units, resulting in an impressive 50 percent surge over the same period last year. On the mobile side, shipment of HDD products reached 5.54M units, an increase of nearly 12 percent from the same quarter in the previous year.
1 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Receives 2006 Vendor Award of Excellence From Ingram Micro
Sunnyvale, CA, November 1, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that it received a 2006 Vendor Award of Excellence in the Peripherals category from Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the world's largest technology distributor. Ingram Micro presented 12 awards this year, each taking into account the manufacturers'overall alliance with Ingram Micro, its channel relationships and its achievements against performance metrics for revenue, profitability, marketing programs, reseller support and services.
1 November 2006 US: Fujitsu Receives “Difference in Distribution” Award from Tech Data U. S.
Sunnyvale, CA, November 1, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that it received a "Difference in Distribution" Award from Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD), a leading global provider of IT products and logistics management services, at the company's annual Business Partner Summit in Orlando, Florida. "The Difference Maker" Award was presented to Fujitsu in recognition of the company's commitment to the channel and exceptional loyalty to Tech Data's document imaging customers.

October 2006

30 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Advantest Establish Joint Venture for LSI Prototyping Services: e-Shuttle, Inc.
Tokyo, October 30, 2006 – Tokyo, October 30, 2006 - Fujitsu Limited and Advantest Corporation today announced their agreement to establish on November 1 a new joint venture, e-Shuttle, Inc., to provide prototyping services for leading-edge large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) semiconductors. e-Shuttle will use electron beam direct lithography technology that combines advanced semiconductor process technologies with electron beam exposure systems, to provide new LSI prototyping services for 65nm process technology. The services are scheduled to start in the first half of fiscal 2007 (April - September).
30 October 2006 Singapore: Experience the Digital World in Fast-forward Mode
Singapore, October 30, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today introduces their line-up of computing companions running on Intel® Core™2 Duo processors.
30 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Demonstrate Serial Hard Disk Drive Technology at Storage Networking World Fall
Sunnyvale, CA, October 30, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will demonstrate its leading 2.5" Serial ATA (SATA) and small form factor (SFF) Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard disk drives inside market-ready storage systems at Storage Networking World (SNW) Fall, Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2006 at the JW Marriott Grande Lakes Resort in Orlando, FL.
27 October 2006 UK: Fujitsu and IntelliQ form collaboration to reduce retail shrinkage
London, October 27, 2006 – As part of its overall focus on responsive retailing, Fujitsu Services, one of Europe’s leading IT services companies, has formed a collaboration with IntelliQ, a leading provider of comprehensive loss prevention solutions. The collaboration will help retailers from across Europe reduce shrinkage caused through administrative errors or theft and fraud at the till.
27 October 2006 US: Junior Seau Foundation Receives $900,000 in Fujitsu Technology and Services
San Diego, CA & Sunnyvale, CA, October 27, 2006 – The Junior Seau Foundation, founded by NFL All-Pro Linebacker Junior Seau, today announced that it is the recipient of $900,000 in Fujitsu technology and services. The products are part of a $30 million technology grant program designed to benefit and serve the technological needs of community-based and non-profit organizations nationwide that are selected by a third party consulting firm.
26 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Reports Fiscal 2006 First-Half Financial Results
Tokyo, October 26, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited, a leader in customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, today reported consolidated net sales of 2,362.3 billion yen (approximately US$20,020 million*) for the first half of fiscal 2006 (April 1, 2006 - September 30, 2006), an increase of 7.8% over the first half of fiscal 2005. The solid sales results were driven by double-digit year-on-year overseas sales growth in each of the company’s three major business segments, with modest growth in Japan. Overseas sales of IT services were exceptionally strong, rising 25.8% over the first half of fiscal 2005 on continued growth in outsourcing services in the UK and the impact of acquisitions in North America.
26 October 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers offers Microsoft Vista upgrade program
Munich , October 26, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT provider is offering customers an attractive opportunity to upgrade to Microsoft Windows Vista. The Upgrade Program will give customers from Fujitsu Siemens Computers the chance to upgrade their PC or notebook to Windows Vista, if they bought a system from Fujitsu Siemens Computers between October 26, 2006 and March 15, 2007. The upgrade is then possible until March 31, 2007. This Update Program is targeted towards end users and small and medium enterprises.
26 October 2006 UK: Yarg Biometrics and Fujitsu Europe Partner To Develop a Pioneering Palm Vein-based Biometric ID Solution for Schools
London, October 26, 2006 – Yarg Biometrics Ltd, and Fujitsu Europe Limited today announced their plans to work together to develop a pioneering biometric identification system for schools, based on palm vein authentication technology known as PalmSecure™ from Fujitsu. Yarg and Fujitsu have implemented the technology at Todholm Primary School in Paisley, Scotland.
25 October 2006 UK: Fujitsu Launches the ScanSnap S500M: "One-button" Scanning To Benefit Mac Users
London, October 25, 2006 – Fujitsu Europe Limited, a market-leading provider of document image scanners, today announced the launch of its newest scanning solution for the Apple Macintosh platform – the ScanSnap S500M. The new model is a compact-size PDF scanner for fast, reliable "one-button" scanning, safe digitisation and image transfer. The ScanSnap S500M is a true crossover-product, which enables Mac users to manage their day-to-day business comfortably and more efficiently.
24 October 2006 US: Fujitsu FlexFrame for Oracle Provides Integrated Adaptive Computing Solution for Oracle Grid
Sunnyvale, CA, October 24, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced FlexFrame® for Oracle®, an adaptive computing solution for virtualizing and automating Oracle grid environments. Developed together with Oracle, FlexFrame for Oracle offers high level of automation and virtualization for Oracle-based applications, middleware and database services. The benefits are achieved through tight integration of Fujitsu's policy-based management software with Oracle Enterprise Manager 10g Grid Control (Grid Control), allowing organizations to increase the utilization of IT resources and drive down costs.
23 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Revises Fiscal 2006 First-Half Financial Results Forecasts
Tokyo, October 23, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today revised its consolidated and unconsolidated earnings forecasts for the first half of fiscal 2006 (April 1, 2006 – September 30, 2006) that were previously issued on July 27, 2006. The company's full-year fiscal 2006 earnings forecasts (consolidated and unconsolidated) remain unchanged.
23 October 2006 China: Discover One of Life's Little Wonders with Fujitsu LifeBook P1610
Hong Kong, October 23, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces the new tablet PC, the LifeBook P1610 offering new levels of performance, mobility and control for virtually any consumer, business or vertical application. Hot on the trails of its award-winning predecessor, the new LifeBook P1610 is set to be another winner in the ultra-portable tablet PC sector. This hardly comes as a surprise, considering that the ultra-svelte one-kilogram fashion statement is also intelligently designed to fit the lifestyle of mobile trendsetters.
23 October 2006 UK: Fujitsu Europe Ltd launch New Degausser Product and Bring Verity Systems on Board to Distribute.
London, October 23, 2006 – Today Fujitsu Europe Ltd launch the Mag EraSURE™ ME-P3/P3E designed to speedily and efficiently erase data from magnetically recorded media. They will be working alongside Verity Systems as their core distributor to draw on their wealth of sales, marketing and technical experience with this product and within this channel to establish themselves and boost sales. MagEraSURE ME-P3/P3E is on both the National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Defense (DoD) approved lists of degausser products.
23 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New Color, Production-Level Scanner Equipped With Kofax's Renowned VirtualReScan® (VRS) Hardware & Software
Sunnyvale, CA, October 23, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today introduced the Fujitsu fi-4860C2 VRS scanner into its award-winning line of document management scanners. The production-level fi-4860C2 VRS scanner now comes bundled with Kofax's newest version of VirtualReScan® (VRS) automated document image-enhancement software (VRS 4.1 Professional), Adrenaline® 650i SCSI interface boards and SCSI cable for complete out of the box connectivity.
23 October 2006 Germany: Improved FlexFrame for Oracle Now a Stronger Gateway to SOA
Munich , October 23, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers today unveiled a new version of FlexFrame for Oracle, a dynamic infrastructure platform that serves as a gateway to service oriented architecture (SOA).
22 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Exhibits Latest Storage and Security Solutions at CMP XChange Tech Innovators Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, October 22, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will showcase its latest Serial hard disk drives (HDD) as well as the award winning PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device at the CMP XChange Tech Innovators Conference in Huntington Beach, CA on Oct. 22 - 24, 2006.
19 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Showcase Award Winning Scanning Solutions at the ARMA International 2006 Conference and Expo
Sunnyvale, CA, October 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that it will showcase several of its new and award winning scanning solutions, including the Fujitsu fi-4860C2 VRS scanner – which will be unveiled for the first time, at the 2006 ARMA Conference and Exposition, October 22-25, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. To see a live demonstration of any Fujitsu scanner, stop-by the Fujitsu booth (#161), or call Ben Hohmann (650-228-5187) to schedule an appointment.
18 October 2006 Singapore: Fujitsu Unveils WiMAX Strategy Encompassing Silicon, Systems and Services
Singapore, October 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Asia Pte Ltd (FMAL) today announced that Fujitsu Network Communications and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. have articulated a comprehensive WiMAX strategic vision that includes development of every major component in the WiMAX network, including silicon solutions, electronic devices, radio access network solutions, professional services and backhaul infrastructure solutions. Backed by the Fujitsu global presence and leadership in the development of next generation networks, the Fujitsu WiMAX solution will allow carriers to work with one strategic partner for broadband wireless networks, helping them offer the leading-edge services consumers are demanding for anytime, anywhere voice, video and data communications.
18 October 2006 Germany: LIFEBOOK C1410 is the First Notebook Officially Proven To Fulfill the High "Nordic Swan" Environmental Standard
Munich , October 18, 2006 – The LIFEBOOK C1410 from Fujitsu Siemens Computers is the first notebook passing extremely high standards to protect the environment: Being subject to comprehensive tests done by the independent renown "Swan" institute the LIFEBOOK C1410 has received The Swan, the official Nordic ecolabel, introduced by the Nordic Council of Ministers. The Swan also sets criteria with regard to quality and performance.
18 October 2006 US: New Graphical User Interface (GUI) Accelerates Speed and Utilization of Glovia's Extended ERP Solution
El Segundo, CA, October 18, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced today, the development of a new graphical user interface (GUI) available in the latest release of their extended ERP solution, glovia.com. The new version, glovia.com v9, stems from extensive customer input and direction from Fujitsu, who is not only Glovia's parent company but also its largest reseller.
17 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces Three New Consumer Desktop Replacement Multimedia Notebooks
Sunnnyvale, CA, October 17, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation advanced its consumer notebook portfolio today announcing three new desktop replacement multimedia models, including the Fujitsu consumer flagship LifeBook® N6420 notebook featuring an HD DVD player for an exceptional sight and sound experience. Fujitsu also introduced the new LifeBook A Series two 15.4-inch wide mainstream notebooks offering a choice of Intel® Core™ 2 Duo or Dual Core AMD processors as well as durability features for multimedia on the-go.
17 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Display New 20-port, 10Gbps Ethernet Switch Chip, Release ATCA Implementation Backgrounder at ATCA Summit 2006
Santa Clara, CA, October 17, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will exhibit its recently launched 20-port, 10 Gbps Ethernet switch chip, and make available a new technology backgrounder on implementing the switch IC, at the AdvancedTCA Summit in Santa Clara Marriott, Santa Clara, California. Fujitsu will also speak on the basics of ATCA and its implementation in 10 GbE backplane interconnects.
17 October 2006 US: Glovia Delivers Comprehensive Materials Management and Product Planning
El Segundo, CA, October 17, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced today, additional manufacturing management capabilities available in the latest release of their extended ERP solution, glovia.com. The new version, glovia.com v9, stems from extensive customer input and direction from Fujitsu, who is not only Glovia's parent company but its largest reseller, to build and expand upon the materials management and product planning functionality of previous versions of the product.
16 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Extends Family of Graphics Display Controllers with New Version for Vehicle Navigation Systems
Detroit, MI, October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced the newest member of its industry-leading family of graphics display controllers (GDCs) for vehicle navigation systems. The new GDC, the MB86297, is optimized for high-end vehicle multimedia and virtual dashboard applications.
16 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces New High-Performance, 32-bit Microcontrollers with CAN Support for Advanced Automotive Applications
Detroit, MI , October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) today introduced three new high-performance, 32-bit microcontrollers for next-generation automotive applications. The new ICs, part of Fujitsu's MB91460 series, include the MB91F464AA and MB91F465KA, which have been designed for automotive body control applications. The third MCU, the MB91F467RA, was designed for on-board entertainment and information systems. All three MCUs incorporate Controller Area Network (CAN) interfaces and are available now.
16 October 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers: Challenging market – Successful integration
Munich, October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, the leading European IT provider announces its results for the first half of Fiscal Year 2006 (1HY06). From April to September the company achieved 3.1 billion Euros in revenue, for the first time breaking through the three billion Euro revenue mark.
16 October 2006 US and Germany: Fujitsu To Introduce New FlexRay Controller, Complete System Solution under "FlexRay™ Made Easy" Program
Detroit, MI and Langen , October 16, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) and Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe today introduced a new FlexRay controller, the MB91F465X, at a press conference at Convergence 2006 in Detroit.
16 October 2006 US: Glovia Introduces Additional Supply Chain Management Functionality
El Segundo, CA, October 16, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced today, the next version of their extended ERP solution, glovia.com. The new version, glovia.com v9, stems from extensive customer input and direction from Fujitsu, who is not only Glovia's parent company but its largest reseller, to build and expand upon the functionality of previous versions of the product.
12 October 2006 Japan and US: Fujitsu Launches Global Sales of glovia.com v9 ERP Solution
Tokyo and El Segundo, CA, October 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and its subsidiary Glovia International Inc. today announced the availability of glovia.com v9, the latest version of their glovia.com ERP solution for manufacturing and assembly businesses. Sales of the new version have begun in Japan, the US, Europe and Asia.
11 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Introduce New FlexRay™ Controller, Graphics Display Controller and High-speed 32-bit CAN MCUs for Vehicle Applications at Convergence 2006
Sunnnyvale, CA, October 11, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA) will introduce a new FlexRay™ controller and the latest member of its industry-leading family of graphics display controllers (GDCs) for vehicle navigation systems at Convergence 2006 in Detroit Oct. 16-20. Fujitsu also will announce a high-speed 32-bit CAN microcontroller for the automotive market. The company will hold a briefing on new products and technologies for the automotive market on Monday, Oct. 16, beginning at 11 a.m. in media room “A.” Fujitsu will be at booth 819.
11 October 2006 US: Glovia Releases Next Generation Enterprise Solution
Sunnnyvale, CA, October 11, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced the general release of the next generation of its extended ERP solution, glovia.com. The new version, glovia.com v9, builds and expands upon the functionality of previous versions of the product and stems from extensive customer input and direction from Fujitsu, who is not only Glovia's parent company but its largest reseller.
10 October 2006 China: Fujitsu's Stylish Flagship Portable Gives Discerning Professionals the Power of 64-bit Dual Core Technology To Perform
Hong Kong, October 10, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today released major upgrade to its flagship high-end notebook computer - LifeBook E8210. Running on 64-bit power of the latest Intel® Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology, the new LifeBook E8210 is a full-featured machine offering the next-generation level of performance, mobility and security today's professionals need for peak performance in any situation.
10 October 2006 US: Fujitsu To Feature World-class 65-Nanometer Process Technology for Advanced Networking, Mobile Applications at 12th Annual FSA Conference
San Jose, CA, October 10, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leader in advanced technology, will feature its 65-nanometer process technology at the 2006 Fabless Semiconductor Association Suppliers Expo and Conference in San Jose, October 11. Fujitsu will be at booth 410.
10 October 2006 UK: Fujitsu Wins Award for Managed VoIP Service
London, October 10, 2006 – Fujitsu Services today scooped the 'Network & Services Management & Operations' award at this year's InfoVision Awards for its Managed VoIP Service. Held at the Broadband World Forum Europe in Paris and organised by the International Engineering Consortium (IEC), the awards recognise those deemed to be the most unique and beneficial to the telecommunications industry.
10 October 2006 US: Metrologic and Fujitsu Form Strategic Alliance for Bar Code Scanning Products
Frisco, TX, October 10, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. and Metrologic Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ-NMS:MTLG), global experts in developing affordable, innovative data capture and collection solutions, announced today they have entered into an international strategic alliance for bar code scanning products.
9 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Unveils WiMAX Strategy Encompassing Silicon, Systems and Services
Boston, MA, October 9, 2006 – Fujitsu Network Communications and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. today articulated a comprehensive WiMAX strategic vision that includes development of every major component in the WiMAX network, including silicon solutions, electronic devices, radio access network solutions, professional services and backhaul infrastructure solutions. Backed by the Fujitsu global presence and leadership in the development of next generation networks, the Fujitsu WiMAX solution will allow carriers to work with one strategic partner for broadband wireless networks, helping them offer the leading-edge services consumers are demanding for anytime, anywhere voice, video and data communications.
9 October 2006 US: Solectek Chooses the Fujitsu WiMAX SoC for its SkyWay-MAX Multiservice Access Systems
Boston, MA, October 9, 2006 – Solectek Corporation, a leader in the broadband wireless networking industry, and Fujitsu Microelectronics America, Inc. (FMA), a leading provider of robust and highly integrated wireline and wireless system-on-chip (SoC) solutions for next-generation networks, today announced that Solectek Corporation has selected the MB87M3550 Fixed WiMAX SoC from Fujitsu Microelectronics as the standard silicon for integration into its new WiMAX-compliant series of SkyWay-MAX base stations and subscriber units.
5 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Cisco Systems Introduce New IP/MPLS Core Router for IP Next-Generation Networks in Japan
Tokyo, October 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Cisco Systems, Inc. today announced that they have launched sales in Japan of a four-slot model of the co-branded "Fujitsu and Cisco CRS-1" Carrier Routing System. The latest product in the Fujitsu and Cisco CRS-1 series resulting from the strategic alliance announced on December 6, 2004, the new router model delivers the same 40 gigabits-per-second (Gbps) of switching capacity per slot as other models in the series, providing a total switching capacity of 320 Gbps in the world's most compact 40 Gbps-per-slot chassis.
5 October 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and SAP Strengthen Services Partnership
Tokyo, October 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) and SAP AG (NYSE: SAP) today announced an expansion of their longstanding technology partnership in the services area. In support of their commitment to help companies adopt a flexible IT infrastructure that will come from a services-based IT approach, Fujitsu has become a SAP global services partner and the first Japan-based services company to achieve this standard. Fujitsu and SAP will team worldwide to market and deliver SAP's business applications based on Fujitsu's cutting-edge, high-reliability platform products and consulting services. The combined offering will enable companies around the globe to boost competitiveness by optimizing their overall operations. The announcement was made at SAP® TechEd'06, SAP's largest ecosystem education event of the year, being held in Tokyo, Japan, October 5 to 6.
5 October 2006 Australia: Fujitsu Awarded $30 Million Managed Services Contract by HealthSMART
Melbourne, October 5, 2006 – Fujitsu Australia Limited has been awarded a five-year, $30.8 million contract to deliver managed services to HealthSMART, Victoria's Whole-of-Health Information and Communication Strategy, following a competitive Victorian Department of Human Services (DHS) tender process.
5 October 2006 Germany: The New ESPRIMO Q5000 Mini PC from Fujitsu Siemens Computers Puts the Spotlight on Design
Munich , October 5, 2006 – The latest accessory for stylish desktops weighs two kilograms, measures 5 x 16.5 x 16.5 centimeters and offers full computing power. With its new ESPRIMO Q5000 Mini PC, Fujitsu Siemens Computers is striking out on completely new paths in the field of professional desktop PCs. Here, development focused on design; the result was a desktop PC that combines cool elegance and intelligent technology. The ESPRIMO Q5000 Mini PC offers the full range of computer performance of a standard office PC and was developed with a particular eye to image-conscious companies for which elegant and stylish offices play an important role. It will be available as of 1 October 2006 at prices starting at €849 (e.g. in Germany, incl. VAT).
3 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Highlights Serial Technology Enclosures at Gartner IT ChannelVision Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, October 3, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced it will participate in the four day IT ChannelVision Conference, Oct. 3-6, 2006, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Phoenix, AZ. At the show, Fujitsu will exhibit its expansive offering of leading edge Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) and Serial ATA (SATA) hard disk drives.
3 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Interstage Business Process Manager Cited As a Solid BPMS for Insurance by Independent Research Firm
Sunnyvale, CA, October 3, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced that Fujitsu was among the select companies Forrester invited to participate in its Q3 2006, Forrester Wave report, Human-Centric BPMS For Insurance. In the evaluation, Fujitsu was cited as a "strong performer." Citing an "unsurpassed commitment to BPMS standards" by Fujitsu, the report notes that "Fujitsu continues to deliver a solid process engine at an attractive price."
3 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Introduces Easy to Use E-Filing and Organizing Software For The Fujitsu ScanSnap™ Scanner
Sunnyvale, CA, October 3, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today introduced the latest e-filing and organizing software application designed for use with the Fujitsu ScanSnap™ scanning solution. Rack2-Filer™, supported by all PC-compatible Fujitsu ScanSnap scanners, allows users to convert scanned documents and digital data into portable document format (PDF) files and input them into e-files and digital binders to create a virtual library for the scanned document on their PCs.
3 October 2006 US: Mr. Satoshi Ikeuchi Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Fujitsu Network Communications
Richardson, TX, October 3, 2006 – Fujitsu Network Communications Inc., a leading supplier of IT and wireline/wireless networking solutions, announced today that Mr. Satoshi Ikeuchi has been appointed president and chief executive officer. In this role he will oversee all product planning, product development, sales, marketing, manufacturing and customer support organizations at the company's headquarters in Richardson, Texas. He succeeds Mr. Takanobu Yoden, who has retired from Fujitsu.
2 October 2006 US: Fujitsu Demonstrates Mobile Serial Interoperability Applications at SATA-IO Plugfest
Sunnyvale, CA, October 2, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will participate in Serial ATA (SATA)-IO Plugfest #7, Oct. 2-5, 2006 in Milpitas, Calif.
2 October 2006 US: Fujitsu’s GlobalSTORE Software Named Best-In-Class for Current Offering by Independent Research Firm
Frisco, TX, October 2, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. today announced that its GlobalSTORE software was named a leader in the September 2006 Forrester Wave™ report titled "POS Software, Q3 2006." In the report, Fujitsu ranked as a leader in both the Store Operations Platforms approach and Enterprise-Centric Solutions approach to point-of-sale (POS) software.
2 October 2006 US: Glovia Services Inc. Launched as Market's First Provider of SaaS Solutions Specifically Designed for Small and Midsized Manufacturing Companies
El Segundo, CA, October 2, 2006 – Glovia International Inc., a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high-volume manufacturers, today announced the introduction of Glovia Services Inc.—a new company that is the industry's first provider of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions specifically designed to help small and midsize businesses (SMBs) manage their manufacturing processes.

September 2006

29 September 2006 UK: Fujitsu Hosts European 'Responsive Retailing' Event
London, September 29, 2006 – Fujitsu Services, one of Europe's leading IT services companies, hosted its 'Responsive Retailing' event at The Cumberland Hotel in London, on Wednesday 27 September 2006. The event, attended by over 100 leading retailers throughout Europe, provided an industry forum to hear what some of the top names in retail are doing to meet the challenges of today's customers.
29 September 2006 Singapore: The New LifeBook A Series: Delivering the Performance and Value you Demand
Singapore, September 29, 2006 – Fujitsu PC Asia Pacific today proudly announces the brand new LifeBook A series. Designed to cater to the requirements of corporate, home office and value-conscious consumers, the two new models, LifeBook A3110 and A6010, maintain the stylish design and superb reliability Fujitsu is renowned for.
28 September 2006 Japan: Fujitsu to Purchase Semiconductor Fabs in Japan from Spansion
Tokyo, September 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has signed an agreement today with Spansion Japan Limited to purchase Spansion Japan's semiconductor fabs in Japan known as JV1 and JV2, located in the city of Aizu-Wakamatsu in Fukushima prefecture of northeastern Japan. As an extension of Fujitsu's ongoing business strategy of focusing on logic large-scale integrated circuit (LSI) devices, in addition to production of advanced logic LSI devices at its 300mm fab in Mie, Japan, as part of its strategy to reinforce its standard logic LSI device business Fujitsu will increase production at JV1 and JV2 with a focus on production of flash memory-embedded microcontrollers that anticipated to see market growth. For the immediate future, Fujitsu will continue to manufacture certain flash memory products for Spansion that are currently manufactured at fabs JV1 and JV2 under their foundry arrangement.
28 September 2006 US: Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Becomes National Sponsor for The Wall That Heals
Washington, DC, September 28, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc., headquartered in Frisco, Texas, has contributed $25,000 to become a national sponsor of The Wall That Heals, announced Jan C. Scruggs, founder and president of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund.
26 September 2006 US: Fujitsu ETERNUS8000 and ETERNUS4000 Meet Growing Enterprise Need for Information Protection and Confidentiality
Sunnyvale, CA, September 26, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced enterprise-class disk storage solutions designed to meet the growing enterprise need for information protection and confidentiality. ETERNUS®8000 and ETERNUS®4000 offer advanced data security and integrity features, including disk data encryption for the maximum protection of sensitive information. Both systems offer MAID (Massive Arrays of Inactive Disks) technology for reduced power consumption and extended life.
26 September 2006 US: Fujitsu ScanSnap™ S500 Scanner Receives "Editor's Pick" From Entrepreneur Magazine
Sunnyvale, CA, September 26, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, is proud to announce that the Fujitsu ScanSnap™ S500 scanner was selected as an "Editor's Pick" by Entrepreneur magazine in its September 2006 issue.
26 September 2006 US: Fujitsu Signs Agreement To Resell Absolute Software's Computrace Mobile Computer Theft Recovery and Data Protection Solutions
Sunnyvale, CA, September 26, 2006 – Continuing its commitment to provide the highest levels of mobile computer security, Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation expanded its relationship with Absolute Software Corporation today announcing a distribution agreement to resell the Absolute® Computrace® Computer Theft Recovery, Data Protection and Secure Asset Tracking™ software.
25 September 2006 US: Fujitsu and Softex Deliver a Single Solution for Biometric Authentication and Password Management
Sunnyvale, CA, September 25, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, and Softex Incorporated, a market leader in biometric/smart card enabled security software, today announced that the Fujitsu PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device will be supported by Softex's OmniPass software application for environments that require dual-layer identity management and authentication for secure data access. With this powerful combination, a complete high-security biometric solution is now available for both client and enterprise level applications.
21 September 2006 Japan: Fujitsu Develops SmartCODEC™ Streamlined Image Compression Technology for Automotive Applications
Kawasaki, September 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that it has developed image compression technology for automotive use that complies with the IDB-1394 (ITS Data Bus-1394) standard for in-vehicle digital imaging transmission system networks. The new technology, SmartCODEC, features a compression rate of one-third (1/3), and a fast compression-decompression time of just 2 to 3 milliseconds that enables compression and multiplex transmission of images to inside the vehicle, such as images from multiple automotive cameras located externally on the vehicle. In addition to assisting facilitation of safer driving through these functions, Fujitsus'new technology also makes it possible to reduce the amount of cable required within the vehicle to achieve fast and high-quality image transmission of multiple images.
21 September 2006 UK: Fujitsu Telecommunications Ireland Gains the Investors in People Standard
Birmingham, September 21, 2006 – Fujitsu Telecommunications Europe Ltd, the leading supplier of high performance telecommunications solutions, announces that its re-manufacturing and service division, Fujitsu Telecommunications Ireland, has been granted the Investors in People (IIP) Standard. Based in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, the division prides itself on high levels of employee satisfaction and underwent stringent IIP assessment earlier this year, involving a rigorous set of new criteria.
21 September 2006 US: Glovia's Project Management Functionality Effectively Controls Engineer-to-Order and Complex Manufacturing Projects
El Segundo, CA, September 21, 2006 – Glovia International, a subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited and a leading provider of extended ERP solutions for engineer-to-order and high volume manufacturers, announced today that engineer-to-order and project manufactures are effectively managing their complex operations with Glovia's dedicated functionality and planning tools for project-based manufacturing.
20 September 2006 Japan and US: Fujitsu Licenses MoSys IT-SRAM®Technology for its Leading-Edge 65nm Semiconductor Manufacturing Process
Tokyo and Sunnyvale, September 20, 2006 – MoSys, Inc. [NASDAQ: MOSY], the industry's leading provider of high-density system-on-chip (SoC) embedded memory solutions, and Fujitsu Limited [TSE:6702], a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace, announced today an agreement under which MoSys' IT-SRAM-®technology is licensed to Fujitsu on its advanced 65 nanometer (nm) production process.
20 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Showcase Award-Winning Fujitsu ScanSnap™ Scanner at WIRED NextFest
Sunnyvale, CA, September 20, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that it will showcase the new enhanced model of its award-winning Fujitsu ScanSnap™ scanning solution, the ScanSnap S500, at WIRED Magazine’s annual WIRED NextFest conference, Sept. 29 - Oct 1, 2006, in New York City. To see a live demonstration of the Fujitsu ScanSnap scanner, stop-by the Fujitsu booth (#311), or call Ben Hohmann (650-228-5187) to schedule an appointment.
19 September 2006 Australia: Consumers Call for Smarter Technology to Help them Shop
Melbourne, September 19, 2006 – Almost half (47 per cent) of all consumers would increase spending with a retailer, providing the retailer had invested in the latest smart technology, according to a survey of more than 1,000 consumers conducted by ACA Research on behalf of Fujitsu Australia. The average increase in spending in stores that have implemented the latest technology would amount to a significant 30 per cent.
19 September 2006 Australia: Fujitsu and Reflexis Systems Partner To deliver Retail Task Management Solutions
Melbourne, September 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Australia Limited and Reflexis Systems Inc., the leader in retail task management software, have formed a strategic partnership to deliver advanced retail management solutions. Under the terms of the agreement, Fujitsu will be the exclusive distributor for Reflexis Systems in Australia and New Zealand, while integrating the Reflexis enterprise applications with its own software, services and hardware offerings.
19 September 2006 US: Fujitsu Demonstrates Latest Advancements in Serial Hard Disk Drive Technology at IDF Fall
Sunnyvale, CA, September 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world’s leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will demonstrate the performance and scalability of its Serial hard disk drives during the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) Sept. 26-28, 2006 at the Moscone Center West in San Francisco, Calif.
19 September 2006 Australia: Fujitsu Launches Pervasive Retailing
Melbourne, September 19, 2006 – Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand today launched Pervasive Retailing, its unified framework of software, hardware, tools and services to enable anywhere, any time, every time retailing.
18 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Demonstrate PalmSecure Biometric Device and Mag EraSURE Degaussers at ASIS International 2006
Sunnyvale, CA, September 18, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that it will showcase its PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device and Mag EraSURE™ degaussers at the ASIS International 2006 conference, September 25-28, 2006 at the San Diego Convention Center.
15 September 2006 Japan: Fujitsu and Advantest to Establish Joint Venture to Create Semiconductor Prototypes Using Electron Beam Direct Lithography
Tokyo, September 15, 2006 – Fujitsu Limited and Advantest Corporation today announced plans to establish a joint venture to create prototype semiconductors by using electron beam direct lithography, a technology that combines 65 nanometer (nm) and 45 nm semiconductor process technologies with electron beam exposure devices. The companies are currently discussing the terms of a formal contract, targeting November for this year for establishment of the joint venture.
14 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Demonstrate PalmSecure™ Biometric Authentication Device at 2006 Biometrics Consortium Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, September 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced that attendees of the 2006 Biometric Consortium Conference, September 19-21, 2006 at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, MD can view and experience the award winning PalmSecure™ biometric authentication device as well as its solutions with collaborative companies.
14 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Discuss Document Imaging Market Trends at 2006 Office Document Technology Forum
Sunnyvale, CA, September 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that Scott Francis, director of product marketing, will join other influential document imaging executives on the "Why Scanners Could Become Lower-Cost Scan Appliance Competitive to MFPs (Multi-functional Peripherals)" panel at the 2006 Office Document Technology Forum, Sept. 20-22, at the Boston Marriott Hotel in Quincy, MA.
14 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Discuss Document Imaging Market Trends at 2006 Office Document Technology Forum
Sunnyvale, CA, September 14, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., a market leader in document imaging scanners and services, today announced that Scott Francis, director of product marketing, will join other influential document imaging executives on the "Why Scanners Could Become Lower-Cost Scan Appliance Competitive to MFPs (Multi-functional Peripherals)" panel at the 2006 Office Document Technology Forum, Sept. 20-22, at the Boston Marriott Hotel in Quincy, MA.
13 September 2006 China: Fujitsu PRIMERGY Servers Powered by Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Processors Offer New Options for Data Centre Scaling and Virtualisation
Hong Kong, September 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Hong Kong Limited, a leading provider of customer-focused information technology and telecommunications solutions and services, today announced five new PRIMERGY® dual-socket servers: the RX200 S3 and RX300 S3 rack servers, the TX200 S3 and TX300 S3 tower servers, and the BX620 S3 blade server. This third-generation of PRIMERGY servers features the latest processors from Intel® Corporation – the Dual Core Intel® Xeon® 5000 and 5100 Sequence which delivers increased performance and power efficiency.
13 September 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Siemens Computers, Oracle and NetApp Help IT Managers to Simplify the Complex
Munich , September 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Siemens Computers, Oracle and NetApp today announced that they will partner together to host SOA Symposium 2006: Dynamic Infrastructure for Oracle, a road-show comprised of 20 events in 13 countries across EMEA to be held between September and December. The SOA Symposium will provide IT decision maker attendees from enterprise and midsized organisations with a timely, detailed look at the business benefits of service oriented architecture (SOA) as well as implementation strategies and solutions.
13 September 2006 US: Fujitsu To Present and Exhibit Leading Serial Technology at 2006 Storage World Conference
Sunnyvale, CA, September 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc., one of the world's leading suppliers of innovative computer products including hard disk drives, peripherals and biometric security solutions, today announced it will showcase its leading Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) and Serial ATA (SATA) hard disk drives at the Storage World Conference, September 19-21, 2006 in Boston, MA. Fujitsu will showcase its 3.5" and 2.5" SAS hard disk drives in a 1U enclosure and an 8TB SATA-based system illustrating the reduced power and increased storage density and performance available in today's market. Fujitsu will also power an enclosure with its industry leading small form factor SAS and SATA hard disk drives.
13 September 2006 US: New Fujitsu iPAD Model Ideal for Pervasive Retailing Applications
Frisco, TX, September 13, 2006 – Fujitsu Transaction Solutions Inc. today announced an upgraded model of its Fujitsu 100-20 iPAD™ computer, a powerful, retail-hardened mobile device that integrates multiple applications into a single, compact solution, making it ideal for Pervasive Retailing™ environments.
12 September 2006 Germany: Fujitsu Announces Reorganisation of its European Semiconductor Business
Munich, September 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (FME) today announces reorganisation of its European semiconductor business with the creation of a Business Unit Graphics Solutions. Around 30 specialists, combining hard- and software design, applications and marketing skills will be based in Neuried, near Munich, Germany.
12 September 2006 US: Fujitsu FlexFrame for mySAP Business Suite Supports Full Service-Oriented Architecture Deployment for SAP Applications
Sunnyvale, CA, September 12, 2006 – Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation today announced the availability of FlexFrame® for mySAP™ Business Suite 3.2B, an integrated solution using virtualization technology that enables companies to run mySAP applications using a true service-oriented architecture (SOA). Companies are moving to SOAs in order to be more responsive to customers and react more quickly to changing business needs. Achieving the full benefits of shared services requires both SAP Enterprise Services Architecture (ESA), SAP's blueprint for putting SOA to work, and a flexible hardware platform capable of responding rapidly to dynamic business changes. With the latest version of FlexFrame for mySAP Business Suite, companies can achieve a complete, top-to-bottom SOA deployment of mySAP applications based on SAP's Adaptive Computing Initiative, resulting in greater agility and significantly lower tota