Panasonic CF-R1 Series User manual

Model No. CF-R1Series
Reference Manual
Personal Computer
®
Contents
We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
Read Me First.....................................................2
Key Combinations ............................................. 3
LED Indicators ................................................... 6
Touch Pad ..........................................................7
Standby/Hibernation Functions .................... 12
Security Measures.......................................... 16
Computing on the Road................................. 20
Battery Power ................................................. 22
SD-MovieStage...........................................................26
PC Cards ......................................................... 27
SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card................ 29
RAM Module.................................................... 37
External Display ............................................. 38
USB Devices ................................................... 41
Modem............................................................. 43
LAN.................................................................. 45
Setup Utility .................................................... 47
Technical Information .................................... 52
DMIViewer ...................................................... 53
List of Error Codes ......................................... 54
Dealing with Problems (Advanced).................. 56
When the cursor is moved to an item under [Contents] or to page number (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.
XP
2000

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Read Me First
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.
Windows 2000 : Information for Microsoft Windows® 2000 Professional users.
Windows XP : Information for Microsoft Windows® XP Professional users.
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.
[Start]* - [Run] : This illustration means to click [Start]*, then to click [Run].
For some applications, you may need to double-click.
*Windows XP :[start]
For U.S.A.and Canada : Information for CF-R1N*****M users.
For Hong Kong : Information for CF-R1N*****H users.
: This illustration means to refer to the Operating Instructions.
Windows 2000 screens are used in this manual when no specific OS notes are re-
quired.
Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual
items in order to make the explanation easier to understand.
About the terminology used in this manual and the Setup Utility concerning the inter-
nal LCD and an external display
Illustrations andTerminology in this Reference Manual
If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not
be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual. If
this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.
Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.
This manual and the
Setup Utility
Simultaneous display
[Intel(R) 82830M Graphics
Controller Properties]*
Intel(R) Dual Display CloneTo display the same screen
on both the LCD and exter-
nal display
*Windows 2000 : Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Intel® Extreme
Graphics].
Windows XP : Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] -
[Intel® Extreme Graphics].

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Key Combinations
CAUTION
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external mouse) or other keys.
NOTE
Do not press the following key combinations until you log on toWindows and the hard disk drive indicator turns off.
Note, however, that the key combinations Fn + F1 , Fn + F2 and Fn + F3 are operable in the Setup
Utility.
The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running. Besides, the popup window may
not be displayed depending on the state of the application you are using (e.g., when [Command Prompt] screen
is set to “Full Screen”).
Key Functions
LCD brightness
control ( down)
LCD brightness
control ( up)
Display change
Speaker on/off
switch
Volume control
(down)
Volume control
(up)
Function Descriptions
Pressingthiskey combination adjuststhe brightness ofLCD.
The brightness setting is stored in memory separately un-
der the condition the AC adaptor is connected and under
the condition the AC adaptor is not connected.
By pressing this key combination, you can select either
an external display, LCD or simultaneous.( page 38)
This combination does not work when [Command Prompt]
screen is set to “Full Screen”.
Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the
internal speaker and headphone jack.
Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the
internal speaker and headphone jack.
PopupWindow
(Displayed after log-
ging on toWindows)
OFF
(MUTE)
ON
Fn + F1
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F2
This key combination cannot be used to adjust the
volume of the warning beep or speakers connected
to the USB port.
NOTE
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
NOTE
Windows XP
When switching to a different user with the Fast User
Switching function, this key combination may not
work. In this case, log on with the administrator au-
thority again, not using the Fast User Switching func-
tion, and try the operation once more.
NOTE
Disabling the speaker will also disable the warn-
ing beep.
Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be
muted.
Do not press another key until the display desti-
nation has been completely switched.
Do not press this key combination while MPEG
files are playing.
CAUTION

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Key Combinations
Key Functions
Power off using
the standby func-
tion
Remaining ca-
pacity of the bat-
tery pack
Power off using
the hibernation
function
Function Descriptions
Pressing this key combination causes the current status
of the computer to be saved to memory, and powers off
the computer. ( page 12)
Pressing this key combination displays the remaining bat-
tery capacity on the screen. ( page 22)
Pressing this key combination causes the current status
of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and powers
off the computer. ( page 12)
PopupWindow
(Displayed after log-
ging on toWindows)
Fn + F9
Fn + F 10
Fn + F7
Remaining
capacity (%)
display
Battery pack is
not inserted.

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Key Combinations
Hotkey Settings
There are two Fn key functions as follows:
Fn key lock function
After Fn is pressed once, it stays in the “pressed” position until another key is
pressed. This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously.
Popup windows display ON/OFF
1Run the Hotkey Settings
Windows 2000 : Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
Windows XP : Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
2Set the parameters
Use Fn key lock
Add the check mark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function.
The following Fn key lock function will then be enabled.
To use Fn only once : 1Press Fn once. (Locked)
2Press another key for combination. (Lock released)
To use Fn successively: 1Press Fn twice. (Locked)
2Press another key for combination.
Fn key remains locked until Fn is pressed once more.
NOTE
The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys (e.g., , )
aside from Fx *.
Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey
settings.
Notification
This setting is only available when [Use Fn key lock] is checked.
[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]:
Notifies the user with a sound when Fn is pressed, locked, or released.
(If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep.)
[Show status on screen]:
Displays the Fn key status on the taskbar.
: Fn is locked
: Fn is not locked
3Select [OK]
*“ Fx ” indicates any function key from F1 to F10 .
Disable popup
Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF.
The full-screen display of [Command Prompt] screen or MPEG files may change to
a window display if Fn + Fx * are pressed.To prevent this, turn the popup
window display function OFF.

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This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent
non-shifted input is capitalized.
This indicator lights green when NumLk is pressed. 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 func-
tions differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.
This indicator lights when the SD memory card or MultiMedia Card is
accessed.
Not lit : Power off / Hibernation mode
Green : Power on
Blinking green : Standby mode
Not lit : AC adaptor not connected or charging not being
performed.
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 cannot be recharged because the internal
temperature of the battery pack is outside of the
acceptable temperature range for recharging.Once
the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charg-
ing begins automatically.
Caps Lock
NumLk (Numeric
key)
ScrLk (Scroll lock)
Hard disk drive
status
SD memory card
status
Power status
Battery pack
status
LED Indicators
* When the AC adaptor is connected.

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Touch Pad
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer
operations.
By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Therefore, do not use
any implement which causes damage on the work surface.
NOTE
or
Two quick taps, but on the
second tap leaving your fin-
ger down (applying pres-
sure) and moving it on the
work surface.
or
Function Operation
Moving the Cursor
Tapping/Clicking
Double-Tapping/
Double-Clicking
Dragging
Scroll
or
Move the tip of your finger
lightly over the work surface.
Left Button
Right Button
Work Surface
clicking
tapping
double-tapping double-clicking
NOTE
Refer to [Mouse Properties]* for information on basic operations other than the
above.
*Windows 2000 : Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse]
Windows XP : Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hard-
ware] - [Mouse].
Windows 2000
The help message in [Settings] for [Mouse Properties] - [Device Settings] will
be displayed in the same language as the one set for [Control Panel] - [Re-
gional Options] - [General] - [Your locale (location)].
Windows XP
The help message in [Settings] for [Mouse Properties] - [Device Settings] will
be displayed in the same language as the one set for [Control Panel] - [Date,
Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Regional and Language Options] -
[Standards and formats].
While holding down the
button, moving your finger
on the work surface.
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Touch Pad
Using theTouch Pad Utility
The Touch Pad Utility enables you to scroll easily by tracing a circle around the
touch pad.
Depending on the application software, the scroll operation may differ, or
the scroll function may not operate properly.
NOTE
How to Scroll
1Select the screen you want to scroll
2Position the cursor over the area you want to scroll
3Trace a circle around the edge of the touch pad as indicated
in the following diagrams
4Once scrolling has begun, continue to trace a circle on the
touch pad without removing your finger from the pad
5When you are finished scrolling, remove your finger from
the touch pad
To scroll down (trace clockwise)
To scroll up
(trace counter-clockwise)
Scrolling will begin more easily if you start from here and trace as
indicated by the arrow.
As long as you are tracing a circle, you can continue scrolling
using any position on the touch pad. It is not necessary to trace a
circle around the edge of the pad.
To scroll in the opposite direction, trace a circle in the opposite
direction without removing your finger from the touch pad.

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Touch Pad
Hints for EasierTouch Pad Operation
You can change various touch pad settings using the following procedure:
Windows 2000 :[Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting]
Windows XP : [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting]
Settings can be changed for the following functions:
• Use Touch Pad function (On/Off)
• Display icon in task tray (On/Off)
• Animated icon in task tray (On/Off)
• Rotate icon when wheel is operated (On/Off)
• Scroll item under mouse cursor (On/Off)
• Scroll speed setting
• Set initial scroll scope
On screens that cannot be scrolled (e.g., desktop screen), if you use the touch pad
as described in Step 3 ( page 8), the computer may try to scroll the screen,
causing the cursor to freeze. If this happens, remove your finger from the touch pad
and begin again, this time starting from the center of the touch pad.
Using theVirtual Scrolling Function
Because the Touch Pad Utility and the Virtual Scrolling function both offer scrolling
functions that use the touch pad, these two features cannot be used simultaneously. If
you try to use them at the same time, a message may be displayed asking you if you
want to enable the Touch Pad Utility.
• To use the Touch Pad Utility:
Select [Yes].The Virtual Scrolling function will be disabled.
• To use the Virtual Scrolling function:
Select [No], and then remove theTouch Pad Utility and set theVirtual Scrolling function
using the procedure shown below. In this case, theTouch Pad Utility will be disabled.
Windows 2000
1Log on with the administrator authority
2Select on the taskbar with the right button, and select [Exit]
• If is not displayed on the taskbar, display it using the following procedure.
In [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting] - [General
settings], add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and select [OK].
3In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Pro-
grams], select [TouchPadUtility], then select [Change/Re-
move]
4At the confirmation message,select [OK],then select [Finish]
5Select at [Add/Remove Programs]
6Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [De-
vice Settings]
7Select the device name in [Devices] (e.g., Synaptics
TouchPad), then select [Settings] (To next page)

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Touch Pad
8Select [Virtual Scrolling], add a check mark for the scroll
functions you want to use, then select [OK]
9Select [OK] at [Mouse Properties]
Windows XP
1Log on with the administrator authority
Do not use the Fast User Switching function.
2Select on the taskbar with the right button,and select [Exit]
• If is not displayed on the taskbar, display it using the following procedure.
In [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting] - [General
settings], add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and select [OK].
3In [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], se-
lect [TouchPadUtility], then select [Change/Remove]
4At the confirmation message,select [OK],then select [Finish]
5Select at [Add or Remove Programs]
6Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hard-
ware] - [Mouse] - [Device Settings]
7Select the device name in [Devices] (e.g., Synaptics
TouchPad), then select [Settings]
8Select [Virtual Scrolling], add a check mark for the scroll
functions you want to use, then select [OK]
9Select [OK] at [Mouse Properties]
To begin using the touch pad utility again:
1Log on with the administrator authority.
2Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\touchpad\setup.exe], then select [OK].
Windows XP
Select [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\touchpad\setup.exe], then select [OK].
3Select [Next] at [Welcome].
4Select [Finish].
At the confirmation message asking if you want to enable the Touch Pad
Utility, select [Yes].
When the setup is complete, will be displayed on the taskbar.
NOTE

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Handling theTouch Pad
Do not place any object on the work surface or press down forcefully with sharp-
pointed objects (e.g., nails) or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils
and ball point pens).
Try to avoid having any harmful substances such as oil, come in contact with the
touch pad. The cursor may not work properly in such cases.
When the touch pad becomes dirty:
Wipe to remove dirt 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 rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely
affect the surface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-avail-
able household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful
to the surface.
Touch Pad

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
Starting UpYour Computer Quickly
Differences between the standby and hibernation functions
We recommend plugging in the AC adaptor if the standby function is to be
used for a long period of time. If the AC adaptor cannot be connected, we
recommend that hibernation mode be used instead of the standby mode.
If the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly, the computer may
not work properly.To stabilize computer operations, we recommend shutting
down Windows on a regular basis (about once a week) without using the
standby or hibernation function.
NOTE
If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without
closing programs and documents.Upon restarting your computer from either the standby
or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs, or docu-
ments that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation
mode.
Function Where data is saved to Speed Requires power supply
Standby Memory Fast Yes (if power is cut, all data is lost)
function
Hibernation Hard disk Somewhat Power is not required to maintain data
function slow
Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode.
To use the hibernation mode, make the setting below in advance. (Enabled in factory
preset.)
Fn key combinations ( page 4)
Using the power switch ( page 14)
From the shutdown screen:
<Standby>
Windows 2000
In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by] and select [OK].
Windows XP
In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].
<Hibernation>
Windows 2000
In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate] and select [OK].
Windows XP
In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift , then select [Hibernate].
Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode
Setting for using the hibernation mode
Windows 2000
1Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options].
2In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernate support] and select [OK].
Windows XP
1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op-
tions].
2In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and select [OK].

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
Precautions
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode
Save all data.
When a file in an external device such as a CD drive, external hard disk, or ATA
card is opened, close the file.
Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does
not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.
If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation
mode, use the Windows password as follows:
Windows 2000
1Set the password in [Control Panel] - [Users and Passwords].
2Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer goes off standby]
in [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
Windows XP
1Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].
2Set the password.
3Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from
standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]
- [Advanced].
Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following condi-
tions. You may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may
not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly.
• While the floppy disk drive is being accessed, or hard disk drive indicator ( ) or
SD memory card indicator ( ) is on.
• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).
• When using communications software or the network function.
• When using LAN cards (port), SCSI cards and modem cards (port) etc. (If these
cards fail to work properly, restart the computer.)
When entering the standby or hibernation mode*
Avoid the following:
•Touching the keyboard, pointing device (touch pad, external mouse, etc.), or
power switch.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
* Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green
Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off
In standby or hibernation mode
Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result.
In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that
power is consumed. When all power has been consumed, all data saved at standby
is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore recommend plugging in the AC
adaptor when using the standby function.

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Using the Power Switch
Setting
Windows 2000
1Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
2Select [Standby] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my com-
puter] and then select [OK].
Windows XP
1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]
- [Advanced].
2Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my com-
puter], then select [OK].
Shutting down
Slide the power switch; at the “Beep*”sound,
release your finger
The computer will enter either the standby or hiberna-
tion mode, depending on the setting.
After releasing your finger from the power switch, do not touch the power
switch until the power indicator goes off or blinks.
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 computer
will emit a second “beep*” then power off. Data not previously saved will be
lost.
Windows 2000
Even when [When I press the power button on my computer] is set to [Power
Off] with [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], if
you slide the power switch for more than four seconds and do not release it, a
second “beep*” will sound and the computer will be turned off forcibly. Data
not previously saved will be lost.
Windows XP
Even when [When I press the power button on my computer] is set to [Shut
down] with [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power
Options] - [Advanced], if you slide the power switch for more than four sec-
onds and do not release it, a second “beep*” will sound and the computer will
be turned off forcibly. Data not previously saved will be lost.
CAUTION
*When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination Fn + F4 , there will
be no beep sound.
Standby/Hibernation Functions

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
When [Standby]*1or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my
portable computer] in the following*2, the computer will enter either the standby or hiber-
nation mode when the LCD panel is closed. Operation will resume when the LCD panel
is opened. Even if the display is closed after the computer has entered either the standby
or hibernation mode, operation will resume when the display is opened. If the computer
does not resume when the LCD panel is opened, slide the power switch.
*1Windows XP : [Stand by]
*2Windows 2000 : [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]
Windows XP : [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]
- [Advanced]
Resuming Operation
When resuming operation, avoid the following:
• Touching the keyboard (except for password input), pointing device (touch pad,
external mouse, etc.), or power switch.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
After the display returns, the computer needs about 15 seconds to reinitialize.
Do not shut down or restart Windows, or enter either the standby or hibernation
mode again during this time, as this may subsequently cause Windows to oper-
ate abnormally.
CAUTION
Slide the power switch
Windows 2000
When the computer enters standby/hibernation mode and then resumes while a
USB 1.1 device (e.g., USB floppy disk drive (optional)) is connected to the USB
port on the left side, a device disconnection warning message may appear on the
screen, but this will not impede the computer’s operation.
NOTE

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Function to use
Supervisor Password
User Password
SD Memory Card Se-
curity Function
Hard Disk Lock
Security Measures
Situation
You do not want your computer
to be used without permission
You do not want the data saved
on your hard disk to be read or
written over, or you want to pre-
vent data from being lost due to
theft of the hard disk.
To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are
provided below.
When you do not want your computer to be used without permission
Reference
below
page 31
page 19
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 upWhen the Password is Set
When [Password on boot] of [Security] menu is set to [Enable], enter your pass-
word*1and press Enter .
Three incorrect attempts
or
No password for about a minute*2
The correct password Will Start
Will Not Start
(Power off)
When the Setup Utility is started with Supervisor Password
You can register all items of the Setup Utility ( page 47).
When the Setup Utility is started with User Password
You can not register [Advanced] menu and [Boot] menu.
[Clear registered SD card], [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will
not be displayed on [Security] menu. The User Password can be changed only
when [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Pass-
word cannot be deleted.
F9 does not work.
When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable], the password is not
necessary when the computer is started up, but the password becomes necessary
when the Setup Utility is started up. This alternative makes it possible to prevent the
contents of the Setup Utility from being changed.
NOTE
Windows has a security function that differs from the security function of the Setup
Utility. For detailed information, refer to theWindows help.
NOTE
EnterPassword [ ]
*1Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not theWindows password).
*2Even if no password is entered for about a minute when starting up the Setup Utility, the
power will not be turned off.

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Security Measures
Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you
will be unable to use your computer. Contact your technical support office.
When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short
time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another
person.
Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
1Run the Setup Utility ( page 47)
2Using either or , select [Security]
3Using either or , select [Set Supervisor Password] and
press Enter
4<Only when the Supervisor Password has been set>
Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press
Enter
5Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press
Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
6Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
7At [Setup Notice], press Enter
8Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
CAUTION
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no distinction
between upper and lower case letters.
Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl .
Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
Only the alphabet keys or number keys can be used. Note that the space bar
and function keys cannot be used.
Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.
NOTE

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Security Measures
Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use
your computer. Contact your technical support office.
When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time,
as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
1Run the Setup Utility ( page 47)
2Using either or , select [Security]
3Using either or , select [Set User Password] and press
Enter
4<Only when the User Password has been set>
Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press
Enter
5Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press
Enter
<When the Setup Utility is started up with Supervisor Password>
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
6Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter
<When the Setup Utility is started up with Supervisor Password>
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
7At [Setup Notice], press Enter
8Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password can not
be set.Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so.( page 17)
NOTE
CAUTION
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no distinction
between upper and lower case letters.
Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl .
Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
Only the alphabet keys or number keys can be used. Note that the space bar
and function keys cannot be used.
When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without
permission:
1Run the Setup Utility and enter the Supervisor Password.
2Using and , select [User Password Protection] in [Security] menu,
and press Enter .
3Using and , select [Protected] and press Enter .
NOTE

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Security Measures
1Run the Setup Utility (page 47)
2Using either or , select [Security]
3Using either or , select [Hard Disk Lock] and press
Enter
4To enable the Hard Disk Lock
Select [Enable] and press Enter
At [Caution], press Enter .
To disable the Hard Disk Lock
Select [Disable] and press Enter
5Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
If your computer requires repair
Contact your technical support office.
Be sure to set [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].
In the default setting, [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Disable].
You cannot set [Hard Disk Lock] without setting the Supervisor Password.
Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 17)
The hard disk protection function only works with the internal hard disk. This
function does not work with the external hard disk.
NOTE
CAUTION
When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to
the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer, since a password is
also set for the hard disk.When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you
can read and write data as before. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup
Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed.
It is possible to set the Hard Disk Lock even if [Password on boot] is set to [Disable], but
we recommend that [Password on boot] be set to [Enable] for security reasons.
(Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee complete protection of data.)
When you do not want the data on the hard disk to be read/written
Setting the Hard Disk Lock (enabling, disabling)

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Computing on the Road
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. Select
on the desktop to view important battery tips for using the battery pack.
You can also view important tips using the following procedure.
Windows 2000
[Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]
Windows XP
[start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]
Four Important Points
Saving Power
Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power man-
agement mode.
Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before
leaving your home or office.
Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU24) is highly recommended.
Always watch your battery level!
Leave your computer off when it is not in use
( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)
Adjust the brightness (darker) with Fn + F1
Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn + F7
or Fn + F10 to put your computer in the standby or hiber-
nation mode (page 12)
Use the power saving function
Windows 2000
In [Control Panel] - [Power Options], make settings in detail for the timeout, alarm,
etc.to save power.
Windows XP
In [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options], make
settings in detail for the timeout, alarm, etc. to save power.
By selecting [Max Battery] in [Power Schemes], the battery’s operating time can
be extended even further.
Use theVideo Power Saving Mode
In [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility, select [Video Power Saving Mode] -
[Battery Optimized] to save power.
Windows 2000
Setting the Intel®SpeedStep™technology (page 21)
POINT 4
POINT 2
POINT 1
POINT 3
Power Saving Methods