Panasonic Toughbook CF-48 Series User manual

Model No. CF-48 Series
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 ....................... 9
Security Measures ......................................... 13
Computing on the Road ................................. 18
Battery Power ................................................. 20
CD Drive .......................................................... 25
PC Cards ......................................................... 30
RAM Module.................................................... 32
Port Replicator ................................................ 33
Printer.............................................................. 34
External Display ............................................. 35
USB Devices ................................................... 38
Modem ............................................................. 40
LAN .................................................................. 42
Wireless LAN .................................................. 44
Hard Disk Drive............................................... 47
Setup Utility .................................................... 48
Technical Information .................................... 53
DMI Viewer ...................................................... 54
List of Error Codes ......................................... 55
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) .................. 56
2000
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.
XP

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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 moder-
ate 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]
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.
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.
Circular media such as CD-ROM and DVD-ROM are described as “discs”.
In this manual, “WinDVD™4” is indicated as “WinDVD”.
The following drives may be described as “CD drive”.
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, DVD MULTI drive.
Illustrations and Terminology 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.

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Key Combinations
Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key
combinations quickly one after another.
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys.
CAUTION
NOTE
Key Functions
LCD brightness
control ( down)
LCD brightness
control ( up)
Display change
Speaker on/off
switch
Volume control
(down)
Volume control
(up)
Function Descriptions
Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness of LCD.
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, internal LCD or simultaneous.
(page 35)
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 speakers and headphone jack.
Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the
internal speakers and headphone jack.
Popup Window
(Displayed after log-
ging on to Windows)
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
Disabling the speakers will also disable the warn-
ing beep.
Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be
muted.
Do not press the following key combinations until you log on to Windows 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”).
Do not press another key until the display destina-
tion has been completely switched.
Do not press this key combination in the following
conditions.
• While MPEG files are playing.
CAUTION
Windows XP
When switching to a different user with the Fast User
Switching function, this key combination may not work.
In this case, log off all users, and try the operation once
more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.
The combination does not work when the computer
is in the Dualview mode.
NOTE
NOTE

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Key
When the bat-
tery pack is
inserted in the
computer
When the bat-
tery pack is not
inserted in the
computer
(example)
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 9)
Pressing this key combination displays the remaining bat-
tery capacity on the screen. ( page 21)
Pressing this key combination causes the current status
of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and powers
off the computer. ( page 9)
Popup Window
(Displayed after log-
ging on to Windows)
Fn + F9
Fn + F7
Fn + F 10
Key Combinations

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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
Settings
1 Run the Hotkey Settings
Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
2 Set 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 : 1 Press Fn once. (Locked)
2 Press another key for combination. (Lock released)
To use Fn successively : 1 Press Fn twice. (Locked)
2 Press another key for combination.
Fn key remains locked until Fn is pressed once more.
Notification
This setting is only available when [Use Fn key lock] is checked.
[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]*1:
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
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 *2are pressed. To prevent this, turn the popup
window display function OFF.
NOTE
The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys (e.g., keys for
which characters are printed in blue) aside from Fx *2.
Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey
settings.
3 Select [OK]
*1If MUTE is set, you will not hear a sound.
*2“ Fx ” indicates any function key from F1 to F10 .

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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.
(If an external keyboard or ten-keyboard is connected to the external
keyboard/mouse port, the numeric keypad of the internal keyboard will
not operate.)
This indicator lights green when ScrLk is pressed. Scroll lock func-
tions differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights when the CD drive is accessed.
The access lamp on the CD drive lights at the same time as this indica-
tor. (In some cases, only one of them may light.)
This indicator lights when the floppy disk drive is accessed.
This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.
Not lit : Battery pack is not connected or charging not
being performed.
Orange* : Charging in progress.
Green* : Fully-charged.
Red : The battery level is very low (the charge is approx.
9% or less).
Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the com-
puter when the indicator light is orange. If you do
not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power
off your computer. After replacing the battery pack
with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.
Blinking red* : Battery pack or charging may not be working prop-
erly. Quickly save your data and power off your
computer. Remove the battery pack and discon-
nect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.
If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Tech-
nical Support.
Not lit : Power off / Hibernation mode
Green : Power on
Blinking green : Standby mode
Blinking green rapidly : Due to extremely low temperatures, power
cannot be turned on, or computer cannot
resume from standby mode.
Caps Lock
NumLk (Numeric key)
ScrLk (Scroll lock)
CD drive status
Floppy disk drive
status
Hard disk drive sta-
tus
Battery pack status
Power 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.
Left Button
Right Button
Work Surface
or
Two quick taps, but on the
second tap leaving your
finger down (applying
pressure) and moving it
on the work surface.
While holding down the
button, moving your finger
on the work surface.
or
Function Operation
Moving the Cursor
Tapping/Clicking
Double-Tapping/
Double-Clicking
Dragging
Scroll
Scroll a document
(The movements will dif-
fer depending on the ap-
plication.)
or
Move the tip of your finger
lightly over the surface.
Basic Operation
(To next page)
tapping clicking
double-tapping double-clicking
Besides the above operations, operations such as Zoom and Pan are possible
by allocating these functions to the buttons and/or pad. For more details, refer to
[Mouse Properties]*.
*Windows 2000 : In [Control Panel] - [Mouse]
Windows XP : In [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]
The operations of Scroll, Pan or Zoom will differ depending on the application.
There are cases the touch pad will not support these operations even with an
application that supports the functions.
NOTE
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

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Touch Pad
The touch pad is designed to be used with a fingertip only. Therefore, avoid the
following actions, which may cause damage to the work surface.
·Placing any object on the work surface
·Pressing 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-available household clean-
ers and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface.
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Function Where data is saved to Time until Requires power supply
recovery
Standby Memory Short Yes (if power is cut, all data is lost)
function
Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Power is not required to maintain data
function
Standby/Hibernation Functions
Starting Up Your Computer Quickly
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
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 11)
From the shut down screen:
• Standby
Windows 2000 : In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by].
Windows XP : In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].
• Hibernation
Windows 2000 : In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate].
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
1 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options].
2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernate support] and select [OK].
Windows XP
1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op-
tions].
2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and select [OK].
(To next page)
Differences between the standby and hibernation functions
If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your
computer, you can do so by using either the standby or hibernation function.

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Standby/Hibernation Functions
Precautions
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode
Be sure to 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
1 Set the password in [Control Panel] - [Users and Passwords].
2 Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer goes off standby]
in [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
Windows XP
1 Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].
2 Set the password.
3 Add 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.
• When the floppy disk drive indicator ( ), hard disk drive indicator ( ), CD drive
indicator ( ) or access lamp on the CD drive is on ( page 6).
• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).
• When using the communications software and the network function.
• When using LAN port (cards), SCSI cards and modem port (cards) etc. (If these
cards fail to work properly, restart the computer.)
When entering the standby or hibernation mode
Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green
Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off
Avoid the following:
• Using the keyboard, touch pad, or power switch.
• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
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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Standby/Hibernation Functions
Press the power switch; at the “beep*”sound, re-
lease your finger
The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation 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 press down on the switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the
unit 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 press 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 press 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.
Shutting down
Using the Power Switch
Setting
Windows 2000
1 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
2 Select [Standby] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my com-
puter] and then select [OK].
Windows XP
1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]
- [Advanced].
2 Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my com-
puter] and then select [OK].

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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 [Control Panel]*2- [Power Options] - [Advanced], the computer
will enter either the standby or hibernation mode when the LCD panel is closed. Opera-
tion 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, press the power switch.
*1Windows XP : [Stand by]
*2Windows XP : [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance]
Resuming Operation
Until resuming is complete (requires about 15 seconds, or 60 seconds if connected
to a network, after the display returns), avoid the following:
• Touching the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad or power switch.
• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
• Shutting down or restarting Windows.
• Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again.
CAUTION
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Security Measures
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 [Password on boot] of [Security] menu is set to [Enable], enter your pass-
word*1and press Enter .
When you do not want your computer to be used without permission
When the Setup Utility is started with the Supervisor Password
You can register all items of the Setup Utility ( page 48).
When the Setup Utility is started with the User Password
You can not register [Advanced] menu and [Boot] menu.
[Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed on [Secu-
rity] menu. The User Password can be changed only when [User Password Pro-
tection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot be deleted.
F9 does not work.
*1Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password).
*2Even if no password is entered for about a minute when starting up the Setup Utility, the
power will not be turned off.
ReferenceSituation
You do not want your computer to be used without permission
You do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to
be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy
disk
You want to prevent theft of your computer
Function to use
Supervisor Password
User Password
Hard Disk Lock
Prevent operation by
using a floppy disk
Security lock
below
page 16
page 17
“Names and Func-
tions of Parts”
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
Will Start
Three incorrect attempts
or
No password for about a minute*2
The correct password
Enter Password [ ]
Windows has a security function that differs from the above security measures. For detailed information, refer to
the Windows help.
For security functions for the wireless LAN : page 46
NOTE
Will Not Start
(Power off)

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Security Measures
Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
1 Run the Setup Utility (page 48)
2 Using either or , select [Security]
3 Using 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
5 Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press
Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
6 Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter
7 At [Setup Notice], press Enter
8 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
• There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters.
• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
• Do not input your password while holding down Shift or Ctrl .
Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.
NOTE
Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you
will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
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.
CAUTION

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Security Measures
Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
1 Run the Setup Utility (page 48)
2 Using either or , select [Security]
3 Using 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
5 Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press
Enter
<When the Setup Utility is started up with the Supervisor Pass-
word>
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
6 Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter
<When the Setup Utility is started up with the Supervisor Pass-
word>
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter
7 At [Setup Notice], press Enter
8 Press 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 14)
NOTE
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
• There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters.
• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
• Do not input your password while holding down Shift or Ctrl .
When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without
permission:
1 Run the Setup Utility and enter the Supervisor Password.
2 Using and , select [User Password Protection] in [Security] menu and
press Enter .
3 Using and , select [Protected] and press Enter .
NOTE
Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use
your computer. If this happens, ask a person who knows the Supervisor Pass-
word.
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.
CAUTION

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1 Run the Setup Utility (page 48)
2 Using either or , select [Security]
3 Using either or , select [Hard Disk Lock] and press
Enter
4 To 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
5 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
Security Measures
If your computer requires repair
Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
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 14)
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
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Disabling the floppy disk operation makes it impossible to read and write a floppy disk
and to start the computer from a floppy disk. This can prevent data from being accessed
illegally or overwritten accidentally using a floppy disk.
Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk
Security Measures
1 Run the Setup Utility (page 48)
2 Using either or , select [Security]
3 Using either or , select [Floppy Operation] and press
Enter
4 Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter
To enable the floppy operation
Select [Enable].
5 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter
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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.
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 management mode.
Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before leav-
ing your home or office.
Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU18/CF-VZSU18A/CF-
VZSU18B) 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
By holding down on the keys ( will be displayed), the degree of brightness will
be lowered, thereby lowering the power consumption.
Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn + F7 or
Fn + F10 to put your computer in the standby or hiberna-
tion mode (page 4)
Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external
mouse, etc.) when not in use
Windows 2000
In [Control Panel] - [Power Options], make settings in detail
By making settings in detail for the timeout, alarm, etc., it is possible to control
the consumption of power.
Windows XP
In [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op-
tions], make settings in detail
By making settings in detail for the timeout, alarm, etc., it is possible to control
the consumption of power.
Windows 2000
Setting the Intel®SpeedStep™ technology ( page 19)
POINT 4
POINT 2
POINT 1
POINT 3
Power Saving Methods
Select to view important tips for using the battery pack. You can also view
important tips using the following procedure.
Windows 2000
Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Windows XP
Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
NOTE
CAUTION
When installed in a network environment (except when the Wake up from LAN
function is in use).
Do not use the standby or hibernation mode.
After resuming operation from the standby or hibernation mode, the network con-
nection may be severed or the computer may not work properly.

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Select on the taskbar
By using the Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology applet, you can set the computer’ s
performance to optimize power consumption.
Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) technology
Displays settings currently in effect.
Do not add the check mark.
Computing on the Road
Starting up the Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology
Windows 2000
The icon differs depending on the current setting.
Maximum Performance (The CPU performance is maximized at all times.)
Automatic (The CPU performance is automatically maximized only when
necessary.)
Battery Optimized Performance
Maximum Battery (Maximum battery life)
You can also start using [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options]
- [Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology].
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Battery Power
Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status
Battery Status
Charging in progress
Fully-charged
The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or
less).
Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when
the indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adap-
tor, save your data and power off your computer. After re-
placing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your
computer on.
Battery pack or charging may not be working properly.
Quickly save your data and power off your computer.
Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor,
then connect them again.
If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Sup-
port.
Battery pack is not connected or charging not being per-
formed.
Battery Indicator
Orange*
Green*
Red
Blinking red*
Not lit
* When the AC adaptor is connected.
This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the
remaining power is less than approx. 95% of capacity after the battery is fully
charged.
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