Panasonic CF-27 Series User manual

CF-27 Series
Reference Manual
Personal Computer
®
Contents
We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
Illustrations in this Reference Manual
Key Combinations ............................................. 2
LED Indicators ...................................................3
Touch Pad (Advanced) ...................................... 4
Touchscreen ...................................................... 8
Panasonic Hand Writing Windows 95 ............. 10
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ................... 12
Security Measures.......................................... 16
Computing On The Road................................ 20
Battery Power ................................................. 24
Using a Multimedia Pocket Device................ 30
Using PC Cards .............................................. 32
Adding Memory .............................................. 34
Port Replicator................................................ 35
Using a Printer................................................ 36
Using an External Display ............................. 37
Using USB Devices Windows 95 ........................ 38
Infrared Data Communications Windows 95 ........ 40
Modem............................................................. 41
Hard Disk Drive............................................... 43
Setup Utility .................................................... 44
Technical Information .................................... 50
List of Error Codes......................................... 53
DMI Viewer ...................................................... 55
Dealing With Problems................................... 56
95 NT
NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION:CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING:WARNING indicates a hazard that may result in moderate or serious injury.
[Start]-[Shut Down]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Shut Down].
(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)
Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.
Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the [F5] key.
Windows 95 : Information for Microsoft Windows® 95 users.
Windows NT : Information for Microsoft Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0 users.
page: When the cursor is moved to an item under [Contents] or to page (green display), the
shape of the cursor will change to . Under this condition, if characters are tapped (or a
click is made), the corresponding page in the Reference Manual will be displayed.
: This illustration means to refer to the Operating Instructions.
Some of the illustrations and screens in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make
the explanation easier to understand. The illustrations and screens in this manual feature CF-27FCCKFAM.

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CAUTION
CAUTION
Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the
brightness.
By pressing this key combination, you can select ei-
ther an external display*1, LCD or simultaneous.
Rebooting the computer, or powering off then on,
restores the display setting of the Setup Utility.
Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from
the internal speakers and headphone jack. Rebooting
the computer, or powering off then on, restores the
speaker setting of the Setup Utility.
Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of
the internal speakers and headphone jack.
This key combination cannot be used to ad-
just the volume of the warning beep.
A dull elongated sound may be heard while
adjusting the volume.
Pressing this key combination causes the current
screen on the display to be saved to memory, and
powers off the computer. When the computer is pow-
ered on, by sliding the power switch, the saved
screen will be displayed. (The computer must be
plugged into the AC adapter or have a battery pack
with sufficient remaining power installed.)
Pressing this key combination temporarily disables
the power management feature of the Setup Utility.
Rebooting the computer, or powering off then on,
restores the power management setting of the Setup
Utility. page 22
Pressing this key combination displays the remain-
ing battery capacity on the screen. page 24
Pressing this key combination turns off the LCD and
hard disk drive until operation is resumed by press-
ing any key or mouse*3 ( Windows 95 except the
keyboard and mouse connected to the USB port).
Key Combinations
Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession.
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (touchscreen or mouse) or other keys.
LCD brightness con-
trol
Display change
Speakers on/off switch
Volume control
(down)
Volume control ( up)
Holding down on the keys
changes the sound level.
Power off using the
suspend function
Power management
enable/disable switch
Remaining capacity of
the battery pack
ECO mode for con-
serving power
Fn + F2
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F5
Fn + F7
Fn + F8
Fn + F9
Fn + F 10
Fn + F6
Isdisplayedwhen
the brightness is
at its maximum
value.
Key Functions Popup Window
ON
OFF
Enable
(Standard)
Disable (OFF)
Up
Disabling the speakers will also disable the warn-
ing beep.
Remaining
capacity (%)
display
Battery pack is
not installed.
*1The optional port replicator or external display port adapter is required for use with an external display. ( page 35, page 37)
*2When [Disable] is set for [Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key] with the Setup Utility, these key combinations become inoperable.
*3 This "mouse" indicates the touch pad, the touchscreen and an external mouse.
*2
*2
Down
NOTE

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This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-
shifted input is capitalized.
These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and the Key Pad is
pressed while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the
keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions
differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights green when ScrLk is pressed. Scroll lock functions
differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights green when Key Pad is pressed while holding down
the Fn key. When the indicator is lit, a portion of the keyboard functions
as arrow keys. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the
application.
This indicator lights when the multimedia pocket device (floppy disk drive,
CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive or SuperdiskTM drive) is accessed.
(When using the floppy disk drive as an external floppy disk drive, only
the access lamp on the side of the floppy disk drive is lit.)
This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.
Not lit : AC adapter not connected or charging not being per-
formed.
Orange : Charging in progress.
Green : Charging finished.
Red : Battery is low
(remaining battery capacity is approx. 9% or less).
Blinking red : Battery pack or charging malfunction.
Blinking orange : Battery capacity being refreshed.
Blinking orange five times after the AC adapter is connected :
Charging on standby. (The ambient temperature is
outside the allowable range. Once the allowable range
requirement is satisfied, charging begins automati-
cally.)
Not lit : Power off / Hibernation mode
Green : Power on
Blinking green : Suspend mode
Caps Lock
NumLk(Numeric key)
ScrLk (Scroll lock)
KeyPad (Arrow key)
Multimedia pocket
device status
Hard disk status
Battery pack sta-
tus
Power status
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Touch Pad (Advanced)
Wheel mode operations (almost identical
to the case of using the Microsoft®
IntelliMouseTM for scroll, zoom, etc., op-
erations) are possible for Microsoft®wheel
function-compatible applications.
Microsoft®IntelliMouseTM is a mouse-type
device that, in addition to the two conven-
tional buttons, incorporates a wheel able
to rotate forwards/backwards.
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer
operations.
The touch pad has the following two modes of operation.
Scrolling Area
Microsoft®IntelliMouseTM Wheel Mode
(Setting at the time of purchase)
Only scroll operation is possible for ap-
plications not compatible with the
Microsoft®wheel function.
Evenforapplications compatiblewith the
Microsoft®wheel function, there are
cases where only vertical scrolling or
only horizontal scrolling is possible in this
mode.
Scrolling side-to-side
Possible when a check mark
is added for [Horizontal].
Scrolling up/down
: Typical mouse operations use this area.
When no check mark is added for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode], [Horizontal] and
[Vertical] of [Scroll Configuration], the entire surface can be used for typical
mouse operations.
Scrolling Area
Scrolling up/down
Possible when a check
mark is added for
[Vertical].
For the Pan and Auto Scroll functions, the en-
tire work surface of the touch pad can be used
for scrolling.
Changing the mode of the touch pad
1Select from the taskbar and then select [Touch Pad] or select [Touch Pad] in
[Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse].
2To set the Microsoft®IntelliMouseTM Wheel mode
Add the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration].
To set the original mode
Delete the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration]
and add the check mark for [Horizontal] and/or [Vertical] .
3Press [OK].
When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft®
wheel function or not, try using both modes. Furthermore, depending on the appli-
cation, there are cases where scrolling may not be possible with either mode.
Original Mode
Left Button
Right Button
Work Surface
NOTE
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Touch Pad (Advanced)
Operate after pressing the two buttons simulta-
neously.
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or
Two quick taps, but on
the second tap leaving
your finger down (ap-
plying pressure) and
moving it on the work
surface.
While holding down
the button, moving
your finger on the work
surface.
or
Basic Operation
Function Touch Pad Operation
Moving the Cursor
Tapping/Clicking
Double-Tapping/
Double-Clicking
Dragging
Scroll*
Scroll a document
(rotate the wheel)
Auto Scroll*
Automatically scroll a document
(move the mouse after clicking
the wheel)
or
Move the tip of your finger
lightly over the surface.
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Original
tapping clicking
double-tapping double-clicking
Wheel
Original
Wheel Original Wheel
Original
When releasing the auto scroll function:
One tap on the work surface.
Wheel
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Original
*In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [Tap and Buttons]
When a check mark is added for [use Drag Lock] *
After the drag operation (above : left side), it is necessary to determine the
destination (i.e., location of drop) by one tap. Under the condition no destination
is selected, do not use the suspend or hibernation function. Nothing is shown
on the display, even after resuming from the suspend or hibernation mode.
In this case, the display will return after a tap or click is made.
NOTE
Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft®IntelliMouseTM Wheel mode.
Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode.
Within the parentheses () are operations to follow when using an external Microsoft®
IntelliMouseTM.
*Indicates that the movements will differ depending on the application.
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CAUTION
Operate while holding down the two buttons.
Ctrl + Magnify
Reduce
Pan*
Scroll in various directions of a
document
(move the mouse slightly while
holding down the wheel)
Zoom*
Magnify/reduce the display of
a document.
(rotate the wheel while holding
down Ctrl )
Data Zoom*
Display or hide a document, or
perform operations to return to
or proceed with Internet Ex-
plorer.
(rotate the wheel while holding
down Shift )
Function Touch Pad Operation
Wheel
Wheel
Shift +
Within the parentheses () are operations to follow when using an external Microsoft®
IntelliMouseTM.
*Indicates that the movements will differ depending on the application.
Wheel
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When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions (e.g., wheel func-
tion) is connected, a part or all of the additional functions may fail to operate. To
use these additional functions, install the driver or application software of the
external device by following the procedure below. However, once the driver or
application software is installed, touch pad functions (e.g., auto scroll) and
touchscreen may not operate even if the touch pad and touchscreen are en-
abled (see the procedure for “When you want to re-enable the touch pad and
touchscreen.”).
1In [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs], select [touch pad/touchscreen]
from the list, press [Add/Remove...] to delete it, then press [Yes] to confirm the
deletion.The computer will reboot.
2Power off your computer ( "Operating Instructions" page 18) and connect
the external mouse or trackball device to the computer.
3Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 44). In [Main] menu,
set [Touch Pad] and [Touchscreen] to [Disable] and close the Setup Utility.
4Following the operating instructions for the connected external mouse, install
the necessary driver.
Touch Pad (Advanced) (Excluding CF-27EB6GDCM)
When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen: page 7
When [PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port] is displayed in [Mouse]: page 7

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When [PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port] is displayed in [Mouse]:
1Select [PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port] and then press [Properties].
2Select [Driver] - [Update Driver] and then press [Next].
3Select [Display a list of all the drivers....] and then press [Next].
4Press [Next].
5At the [Update Driver Warning], press [Yes] and then press [Next].
6At the [Insert Disk], press [OK].
7Input [c:\util\drivers\mouse] and then press [OK].
8Press [Finish].
9The display will ask you to restart Windows, press [Yes].
When using a key combination such as Fn + F5 , do not touch the touch pad.
If a key combination is used while the pad is being touched, the function of the key
combination will not work. In addition, it is possible that control of the cursor will be
lost and the cursor will not show proper movements. In such cases, the computer
has to be restarted by using the keyboard (e.g., ).
Do not place any object on the work surface or press down forcefully with sharp-
pointed objects (i.e. nails), hard objects that can leave marks (i.e. pencils and ball
point pen).
Do not allow things that could dirty the touch pad, such as oil. The cursor may not
work properly in such cases.
When the touch pad becomes dirty:
Wipe to remove dirty areas by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth
first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung.
Do not use benzene or thinner, or disinfectant-type alcohol.
The double-tapping speed of the touch pad cannot be changed.
Handling the Touch Pad
CAUTION
NOTE
When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen;
1Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball
device. (please refer to the manual of the external device.)
If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be
found in the manual of the external device, execute the following steps.
In [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], when an external mouse
or trackball device is displayed in [Mouse], press [Remove] to delete it, and
then press [OK] to confirm the deletion.
2Power off your computer ( "Operating Instructions" page 18) and remove
the external mouse or trackball device.
3Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 44). In [Main] menu,
set [Touch Pad] and [Touchscreen] to [Enable] and close the Setup Utility.
4In [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [General], press [Change...] , then select [Have
Disk...]. Select "c:\util\drivers\mouse" at [Browse...] and press [OK]. Follow
the on-screen instructions, then select [Close]. The computer will reboot.
5Confirm whether [touch pad/touchscreen] exists in [Mouse] (in [Control Panel]
- [System] -[Device Manager]).
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Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen display allowing you to perform the
same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with
your finger. The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The
operation settings can be changed. page 9
Moving the cursor Clicking
Double-clicking Dragging
Cursor
Touchscreen
CAUTION
The touchscreen function can not be used in the MS-DOS mode and when using
the full screen in [MS-DOS prompt].
When the operation of panning (LCD only) is performed, while the screen resolu-
tion is set to either [1280 x 1024 dots], or [1024 x 768 dots] ( for models equipped
with a 12.1 " (SVGA) LCD), the touchscreen function will not operate properly.
When mouse drivers are installed (i.e.Intellimouse), the touchscreen function can
not be used.
When you want to uninstall or reinstall the touchscreen (touch pad) driver, refer to
the "Touch Pad (Advanced)" ( page 6 "CAUTION").
If a change is made to the screen resolution, or the cursor can not be pointed
correctly with your finger, be sure to perform [Calibration]. page 9
Touch and hold the object (i. e.
file or icon), move your finger on
the surface (dragging the object
to the desired location), then re-
lease your finger.
Two quick
taps
One tap
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Handling the Touchscreen
Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed
objects (i.e. nails), hard objects that can leave marks (i.e. pencils and ball point
pen).
Do not apply pressure within 5 mm of the perimeter of the display panel. The
cursor may move to the edge of the display.
Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen. Do not
allow contact with substances that could dirty the touchscreen, such as oil. The
cursor may not work properly in such cases.
When the touchscreen becomes dirty:
Wipe to remove dirty areas by using a dry soft cloth such as a gauze.
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When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps.
Configuring the Touchscreen
Make necessary changes
For more information, click at the upper right corner.
Click [OK]
2
1
3
NOTE
Select from the taskbar and then select [Touchscreen] or
select [Touchscreen] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] -
[Mouse]
The following screen will appear.
Advanced configuration
Calibration & Test
Define the calibration setup. Use
this procedure when the cursor
and your (finger) touches do not
appear to agree. (Necessary for
changes in the alignment of the
touchscreen with visual images or
an adjustment of the display reso-
lution.).
Touch the “+” mark on the calibra-
tion screen for about one second.
After the calibration procedure is
executed (i.e., after the nine “+”
marks are touched), the proce-
dure ends when the Enter is
pressed.
Set the advanced settings.
Test for the “Double click settings“.
The double-click speed of the Touchscreen can be changed in [Tap and
Buttons]* in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse].
[Name:] in [General] can not be changed even when the touchscreen driver is
installed.
NOTE
Touchscreen
Test
Double click settings
Set the width and height of
the double click.
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Drawing Characters or Figures
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CAUTION
Panasonic Hand Writing
Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the
work surface of the touchscreen, and can be saved to a file as a bitmap (.bmp) format.
Select from the taskbar or select [Panasonic Hand Writing]
from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]
To draw, an object with a rounded tip (e.g., a pen for tablets) can be used.
Do not use any of the following objects, as they may damage the work surface.
• Objects with an extremely sharp tip, like screwdrivers and nails.
• Objects that leave marks, like ball point pens.
1
2Draw a character or figure using the work surface of the
touchscreen
CAUTION
Do not perform a drag operation by the Touch Pad or the external mouse as the
movement will be input on the display.
3Select [Save As] or [Save] from [File]
NOTE
• The file size of a bitmap image to be saved or pasted to another application
can be changed with [Option] - [Window size].
• Any change to the size of an image must be made before beginning to draw.
If the image size is changed after the drawing is completed, the image (quality)
will not be sharp.
• Data can be copied to the clipboard with [Edit] - [Copy]. Copied data can be
added to other applications that support the bitmap format by using the paste
function. Pasting is not possible to applications that do not support the bitmap
format.
CAUTION
Drawing accuracy may be degraded if another application, such as FD access-
ing, is being executed simultaneously. Begin drawing only after other applica-
tions have been closed.
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4Cancel the Touch Pad mode
Confirm that the [Panasonic Hand Writing] window is active, and then press the left
button of the touch pad.
NOTE
In the following cases, the Touch Pad mode is automatically cancelled.
• When a switch is made to another application.
• When the computer resumes operation from the suspend or hibernation mode.
• When the settings window for [Panasonic Hand Writing] is shown.
• When selecting a menu after pressing Alt .
Panasonic Hand Writing
Using the Touch Pad mode
Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the
work surface of the touch pad, and can be saved to a file as a bitmap (.bmp) format.
2Select or select [Touch Pad mode] in [Option]
NOTE
Determine the position to begin drawing:
Determine the position to begin drawing while pressing down on the right
button of the touch pad. After determining this position, release your finger
from the button and draw. Drawing is not possible while the right button of the
touch pad is being pressed.
Select from the taskbar or select [Panasonic Hand Writing]
from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]
1
3Draw a character or figure using the work surface of the touch
pad.
Positions on the work surface of the touch pad have corresponding positions in the
Panasonic Hand Writing window. For example, a character or figure made in the
top-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top-left part
of the Panasonic Hand Writing window.
5Select [Save As] or [Save] from [File] ( page 10)
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Function Suspend function Hibernation function
Where data is saved to Memory Hard disk
Speed Fast Somewhat slow
Requires power supply Yes (if power is cut, all data is lost) Power not required to maintain data
1Run the Setup Utility ( page 44)
2Using and , select [Power]
3Using and , select [Power Switch] and press Enter
Setting the Suspend or Hibernation Function
If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down
your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function.
Starting Up Your Computer Quickly
Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions
[Off] is factory set.
CAUTION
Suspend Mode
or
Hibernation Mode
The computer should be set for suspend or hibernation ( see the above proce-
dure).
(After releasing your finger from the
power switch, do not touch the power
switch, keyboard or pointing device while
the computer is entering in the suspend
or hibernation modes.)
At the "beep*" sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you con-
tinue to slide the switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the power will
go off. Data not previously saved will be lost.
Slide the power switch to power on.
If the computer will not be operated for an extended period of time, it is recom-
mended that hibernation mode be used instead of the suspend mode.
*When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by setting [Disable] for [Speaker] with the
Setup Utility ( page 44) or by the key combination Fn + F4 , there will be no beep
sound.
Shutting Down Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function
Slide the power switch
4
Press F10 , then select [Yes]
Using and , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and
press Enter
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CAUTION
Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Resuming Operation
If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set.
After the display returns, the computer needs a short period of time to reinitialize.
This takes about 15 seconds. Do not shut down or restart Windows, or use the
suspend or hibernation functions again during this time, as this may subse-
quently cause Windows to operate abnormally.
Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or
hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result.
When operation resumes, serial devices such as a mouse, modem or PC Cards
may not function properly. In such cases, you will need to restart your com-
puter or reinitialize the individual devices.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using the network func-
tion.
Avoid the following until the computer is completely turned off when powering
down using the suspend or hibernation functions, or resuming operation by press-
ing the power switch from the suspend or hibernation.
•Touch the keyboard (excluding password input), touch pad, touchscreen, ex-
ternal mouse, or power switch.
• Connect the AC adapter.
• Close the display.
Slide the power switch
NOTE
With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend
function.
Fn + F7 ( page 2)
Windows 95
Select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu.
[Suspend] is deleted from the [Start] menu by unchecking [Allow Windows to
manage power use on this computer.] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] -
[Power] or by unchecking [Show suspend command on Start menu] in [Ad-
vanced].
Windows NT
In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], select [Power Control] in [APM 2.0 for
NT] and then press [Click Here to Suspend].
Windows NT
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Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Save all data before powering off your computer.
When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not
touch the touch pad or touchscreen (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is
connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your
computer.
Do not shut down by using the suspend or hibernation function during the following
periods (you may corrupt your data or file):
• While the MP indicator ( ) or HDD indicator ( ) is on.
• While playing/recording audio files.
• While communications software is being used.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using an operating system
other than the one provided with your computer, the Setup Utility, or when experienc-
ing static electricity or noise.
If you hold down on the Alt , Ctrl or Shift key to enter the suspend or hibernation
mode, after resuming operation, you must press the same key. For example, if you hold
down on the key while pushing the power switch, upon resuming, if you do not
press the key again, only capital letters will result from typing.
Only when the computer stops operating or locks up should the power switch be held
more than four seconds to power off the computer. Slide the power switch to power
on and data not previously saved will be lost.
In the suspend mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards (e.g., a modem card) are
inserted, more of that power may be consumed. When all power has been con-
sumed, all data saved in suspend is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore
recommend plugging in the AC adapter when using the suspend function.
Repeatedly using the suspend or hibernation function will use up a lot of the system
resources and the computer may not work properly. Shut down Windows ([Start]-
[Shut Down]) on a regular basis, i.e. approximately once a week, without using the
suspend or hibernation function. Doing so will restore the system resources.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function during the following periods. The
suspend or hibernation function, or peripherals may not work.
• When a file in external devices such as a CD-ROM drive, external hard disk, or ATA
card is opened, the suspend or hibernation function may not work. In such cases,
close the file.
• LAN cards, SCSI cards and modem cards may not recover after entering the sus-
pend or hibernation mode. If this occurs, restart the computer.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using in a network environment.
Windows 95
When inserting a CardBus type card with one already inserted, after entering the
suspend or hibernation mode, the computer may not function properly.
After a Windows 95 USB device driver has been installed, do not use the suspend or
hibernation function. If the suspend or hibernation mode is activated, the computer
may not function properly. Power off, then on, using the power switch to resume
proper operation.
If you want to use the suspend or hibernation function after the USB driver is installed,
disable the USB device function of the computer by following the procedure below.
1In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], select [Intel
82371AB/EB PCI to USB Universal Host Controller] in [Universal serial bus con-
troller].
2Add the check mark for [Disable in this hardware profile] in [Properties] - [Gen-
eral], press [OK], and then press [Close].
3In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Restart], then press [OK].
If you want to enable the USB device function again, delete the check mark for [Dis-
able in this hardware profile] in step 2. When the message appears asking whether
to reboot the computer, select [Yes]. If the message is not displayed, go to step 3.
Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function
Shift
Shift
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Windows NT
Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT®is installed, in order for the date and
time to be normally displayed with the suspend or hibernation function. (If [APM 2.0
for NT] is displayed in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.)
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Situation Function to use Reference
Supervisor Password below
User Password
Prevent operation by
using a floppy disk
Use security locks
Security Measures
You do not want your computer to be used without permission
You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy
disk
You want to prevent theft of your computer
To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.
You should set your "Supervisor Password" and "User Password" (The User Password
can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set).
Without the password, access to your computer is impossible.
Starting up when the password is set
When you do not want your computer to be used without permission
*If you are starting from the suspend or hiberna-
tion mode, if after three attempts the correct pass-
word is not input, or if no password is entered for
about a minute, the computer returns to the sus-
pend or hibernation mode.
If the correct password is input, Will Start
Will Not Start*
(Power off)
Upon entering your Supervisor
Password or User Password
and pressing Enter .
"Namesand Functions of Parts"
page 19
If entering the Setup Utility with Supervisor Password
You can not register [Advanced] menu.
When [User Password Protection] has been set to [Protected], you can not regis-
ter the User Password.
When [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection], you can regis-
ter the User Password. ( page 44)
F9 does not work.
You can register all items of the Setup Utility ( page 44).
If entering the Setup Utility with User Password
Over three incorrect attempts,
or no password is entered for about a
minute,
NOTE
When only the supervisor password has been set, the password is not neces-
sary when the computer is started up, but the password becomes necessary
when the Setup Utility is started up. This alternative makes it possible to pre-
vent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed.

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CAUTION
Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no distinc-
tion between upper and lower case letters.
White colored keys can be used. Note that the space bar and function
keys cannot be used.
Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl .
Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user
password.
Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten you will be un-
able to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a
short time.
Security Measures
1
2
4
3
Run the Setup Utility ( page 44)
Using and , select [Security]
Using and , select [Set Supervisor Password], then
press Enter
Enter your password at the [Enter New Password], then
press Enter
<Only when the Supervisor Password has been set>
Enter your password at the [Enter Current Password], then
press Enter
5
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
NOTE
When you do not want the User Password enabled, changed, or dis-
abled without permission,
1Using and , select [User Password Protection] and press Enter
2Using and , select [Protected] and press Enter .
At the [Setup Notice], press Enter
6Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] , then
press Enter
7
Press F10 , then select [Yes]
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
8
.

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Security Measures
At the [Setup Notice], press Enter
7
Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] , then
press Enter
8
CAUTION
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no distinc-
tion between upper and lower case letters.
White colored keys can be used. Note that the space bar and function
keys cannot be used.
Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl .
Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user
password.
Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be
unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
To prevent the changing of your password without permission
• When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a
short time.
• Set the User Password Protection option ( page 16).
Press F10 , then select [Yes]
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
1
2
Setting the user password (enabling, changing, disabling)
4
3
Run the Setup Utility ( page 44)
Using and , select [Security]
Using and , select [Set User Password], then
press Enter
Enter your password at the [Enter New Password], then
press Enter
<Only when the User Password has been set>
Enter your password at the [Enter Current Password], then
press Enter
5
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
6
NOTE
Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 17)

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You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or
overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be
unbootable from a floppy disk.
Preventing the use of a floppy disk
Procedure
1Run the Setup Utility ( page 44)
This error message is displayed when access to the
floppy disk drive is attempted.
Using and , select [Security]
2
Using and , select [Boot Up Drive] and press Enter
3
4
Using the and , select [Floppy Operation] and press
Enter
Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk
Security Measures
Using and , select either [C:] or [CDD,DVD / A: / C:] and
press Enter
Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter
Press F10 , then select [Yes]
5
6
7
To enable the floppy operation
Select [Enable] at Step 6.

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One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of
computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on
how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing.
POINT 1
Four Important Points
POINT 2
Conserving Power
Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn + F10
to put your computer in the ECO mode
The ECO mode helps you conserve power by cutting off power to the LCD and
turning off the hard disk motor. To resume, you may press a key unrelated to the
direct triggering of a selection, like key.
Things to Remember
Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power man-
agement mode.
POINT 3Check to see that you have your AC adapter with you before
leaving your home or office.
Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU04) and the optional bat-
tery charger (CF-VCB251A) is highly recommended.
Always watch your battery level!
POINT 4
Leave your computer off when it is not in use
( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Computing On The Road
By repeatedly pressing the keys to maximize the brightness ( will be dis-
played), following this, if the keys are pressed again, the brightness will be mini-
mized, thereby lowering the power consumption.
Adjust the brightness (dark) with Fn + F2
Setting the suspend/hibernation timeout ( page 21)
The suspend or hibernation function ( page 12) allows you to save power
by automatically cutting off power when the computer is idle or there is no ac-
cess to individual devices for 4 or 16 minutes. If [Enable (Always)] is selected
for [Power Management Mode], the suspend/hibernation timeout function will
go into effect for both the battery pack and the AC adapter. If [Enable (Battery)]
is selected for [Power Management Mode], it will go into effect only during op-
eration by the battery. The ECO mode timeout function will always work if [En-
able (Always)] is selected for [Power Management Mode]. If [Enable (Battery)] is
selected for [Power Management Mode], it will work only during operation by
the battery. Note that the ECO mode timeout precedes the suspend/hibernation
timeout.
It should be noted that for some applications, the suspend/hibernation timeout
will not work properly.
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