Page 1 Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-Y2/CF-W2 Series Model No. For backup proposes Panasonic recommends that this Reference Manual be printed. To magnify the screen display of this Reference Manual To magnify all the icon display (for example, etc. To magnify the one part...
Page 2 Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items on your computer. This should make the explanations easier to understand If a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual.
Page 3 Read Me First Illustrations and Terminology in this Reference Manual NOTE NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury. 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.
Page 4 The terminology in ( ) is the one used in [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]. To display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]: <CF-Y2 series> Click [start] - [Control Panel], from the [See Also] area click [Other Control Panel Options], and then click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2 M].
Page 5 How to Use this Reference Manual In this Reference Manual, you can use the following method to display the desired page, or search for a page using a text string. (The screen shown is only an example.)
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Page 7 How to Use this Reference Manual Tools for displaying contents at a selected magnification E. Actual Size: Click to display contents at the size used when the Reference Manual is opened from the [start] menu. F. Fit Page: Click to display the contents for a single page. G.
Page 8: Tapping
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations. A. Work Surface (touch pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button Function Operation (Following illustrations are CF-Y2 series) Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface. Tapping/Clicking...
Page 9: Scroll
Using the Touch Pad NOTE You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse buttons using [Mouse Properties] screen To display [Mouse Properties]: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] When an external mouse is connected and the cursor does not operate properly: In the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable].
Page 10: Touch Pad Utility
[Settings]. If the icon is not displayed, click on [start] - [All programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Add a check mark for [Use horizontal scroll function] in the [General settings] screen, and click [OK].
Page 11 Place the cursor over the area that you want to scroll, and tap(click). Lift up your finger, and place it in the area around the touch pad (See diagram below) (Following illustrations are CF-Y2 series) Vertical scroll Horizontal scroll Position...
Page 12 Using the Touch Pad Trace a circle around the touch pad without lifting your finger from the pad. (Following illustrations are CF-Y2 series) Vertical scroll Horizontal scroll Trace clock- To scroll down To scroll right wise Icon on the While scrolling, the icon will rotate clockwise.
Page 13 [Settings]. If the icon is not displayed on the notification area: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Changeable settings are: General settings • Use Touch Pad function (On/Off) •...
Page 14 [Settings]. If the icon is not displayed on the notification area: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Remove a check mark from [Use Touch Pad function] in [General set- tings], and then click [OK].
Page 15: Adjusting The Sensitivity
Click [Virtual Scrolling], remove a check mark from [Enable vertical scrolling] and [Enable horizontal scrolling], then click [OK]. Click [OK] at [Mouse Properties]. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Click [General settings], add a check mark for [Use Touch Pad function], then click [OK].
Page 16 Using the Touch Pad Double-click [Sensitivity], then click [PalmCheck] or [Touch Sensitiv- ity]. After making the adjustment, click [OK]. PalmCheck ™ When operating the keyboard, if your hand touches the touch pad unintentionally causing the cursor to move, adjust the sensitivity using "PalmCheck™" •...
Page 17 Using the Touch Pad Handling the Touch Pad By design, the touch pad is to be used with a fingertip only. 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.
Page 18 Using the Fn Key If you press a key for a character or symbol contained in a key while pressing the Fn key, the function for the character or the symbol contained in that key will be executed. CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations quickly one after another (Execute the following operation after the operation of pressing combined buttons has been reflected.) Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external...
Page 19 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F1 LCD brightness control (Fn+F1= down / Fn+F2= up) Fn+F2 Pressing this key combination adjusts the LCD brightness control. You can select a different brightness level setting for when the AC adapter is connected and for when it is not connected.
Page 20 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F3 Display change (When the external display is connected) By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page 118) CAUTION Do not press another key until the display...
Page 21: Speaker On/Off
Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F4 Speaker on/off switch Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack. (MUTE) NOTE Disabling the speakers will also disable the warning beep Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be muted...
Page 22 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F9 Remaining capacity of the battery pack When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Fn+F10 Forcing the hibernation function Pressing this key combination causes the current...
Page 23 151), read with the Fn and Ctrl key reversed Run the Hotkey Settings. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Set the parameters. A. 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.
Page 24 Using the Fn Key [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area. C. Disable popup Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF. "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt] or MPEG files may change to a window display if the Fn+Fx key is pressed.
Page 25 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status Power indicator Not lit Power off / Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode Battery pack indicator page 30 Caps Lock indicator This indicator lights green when the Caps Lock key is pressed.
Page 26 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status This indicator lights green when the NumLk NumLk indicator (Ten-key mode) key is pressed. Part of the keyboard (see figure below) will func- tion as a ten-key numeric input. When the green light is on, part of the keyboard can be used to input numbers or calculation functions.
Page 27 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status DVD MULTI drive indicator Light off Drive power is off. Light on Drive power is on, but the DVD MULTI drive is not accessed. Blinking Drive power is on, and the DVD MULTI drive is either being accessed (including Background formatting of +RW ( page...
Page 28 Battery Power Precautions about the Battery Pack Maintenance Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly Do not allow the battery pack to get wet If the battery is damaged and battery fluid leaks out entering the eyes, immediately flush with large volumes of water and contact your doctor...
Page 29 Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which is necessary for computing away from your home or office To see [Important Tips], double-click the icon on the desktop, or click [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Page 30 Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Battery Indicator Battery Status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or no charging. Charging in progress. Orange Fully charged. Green The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).
Page 31 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power There are three methods to check the remaining battery power. Press the Fn+F9 key. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the Windows Power Meter. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the number of bright LEDs. (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode)( page NOTE...
Page 32 Battery Power Press the Fn+F9 key to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen (After logging on to Windows) When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Check the Remaining Battery Power and Remaining Time using the Windows Power Meter (After logging on to Windows) Display by double-clicking the...
Page 33 Battery Power Check the Number of Bright LEDs (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode) You can view the remaining battery capacity using the following procedure. Close the display and confirm that the latch is locked. Disconnect the AC adaptor. Slide the power switch (A) and count the number of bright LEDs (B).
Page 34 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to 10% When remaining battery capacity falls to 5% [Low battery alarm] [Critical battery alarm] Displays a message indicating the low Displays a message indicating the low battery level battery level...
Page 35 Battery Power A. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in [Alarms] - [Alarm Action]: Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops responding]. B. Set the value for [Critical battery alarm] to 5% or more. This is necessary for the standby or hibernation function to be completed (assuring data is saved) when the battery level is low.
Page 36 Battery Power Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity (Battery Recalibration) The battery pack has a function (Battery Recalibration) for measuring, storing and learning about battery capacity. Using the "Battery Recalibration" function to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged.
Page 37 Battery Power Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns green CF-Y2 series: Approximately 5.5 hours CF-W2 series: Approximately 4.5 hours Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and if performance is not recovered even after exe- cuting Battery Recalibration, we recommend that the battery be replaced.
Page 38 Battery Power Insert the battery pack. Slide the left-side latch (locked manually: A) to the unlock position ( ). Making sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Slide the left-side latch (A) to the lock position ( ), and then check to ensure that the battery pack is held firmly.
Page 39 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. Following is information on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points •...
Page 40 • We recommend that you fully charge the battery pack beforehand • Refer to [Important Tips] as well ( page <Only for CF-Y2 series> Use the memory and video power conservation setting. Using [Memory/Video Power Save] in [Main] menu of the Setup Utility, you can adjust settings to give priority to either power conservation or computer processing speed.
Page 41 Computing on the Road Before the Remaining Battery Power Level Gets to Low We recommend that you become familiar with battery power confirmation methods ( page 31) and alarm settings to become aware when battery power is low ( page 34).
Page 42: Standby
Standby/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without closing programs and documents. When restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs or documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.
Page 43 Standby/Hibernation Functions From the shutdown screen • Standby In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], click [Stand By] • Hibernation In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold the Shift key, then click [Hibernate] Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used.
Page 44 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Save any unsaved data and save any files you may be editing When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD 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.
Page 45 Standby/Hibernation Functions • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor • Closing or opening the display <CF-Y2 series> • Sliding the drive power/open switch <CF-W2 series> • Sliding the open lever It may take one or two minutes to enter standby or hibernation mode In standby or hibernation mode Do not insert or remove peripherals;...
Page 46 Standby/Hibernation Functions CAUTION After releasing your finger from the power switch, do not touch it until the power indicator goes off or blinks At the beep sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you continue to slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the computer will emit a second beep then power off.
Page 47 • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor • Closing or opening the display • Shutting down or restarting Windows • Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again <CF-Y2 series> • Sliding the drive power/open switch <CF-W2 series> • Sliding the open lever...
Page 48 Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch When the computer has gone into standby or hibernation mode, resume operations using the following procedure. Slide the power switch (A). When Opening the Display When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( page 46), you can resume operation using the following procedure.
Page 49: Security
Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use You do not want the settings in the Setup Supervisor Password ( page Utility to be changed User Password ( page You do not want your computer to be Password on boot (...
Page 50 Security Measures If you have created a password reset disk (⇒ Operating Instructions "First-time Operation"), a message will be displayed when the wrong password is entered Reset the password according to the message. If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstallation set up Windows and reset the password.
Page 51 Security Measures Using either the key or the key, select [Set Supervisor Enter Password] and press the key. Only when the Supervisor Password has been set: Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press the Enter key. Enter Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press the key.
Page 52 Security Measures Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling) User Password is set when several people will be using this computer. For example, the system administrator sets the Supervisor Password and the User Password, and only advises the other users of the User Password. In this way, other users can be restricted from changing the Setup Utility.
Page 53 Security Measures Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press the Enter key. To disable the User Password Press only the Enter key. Enter At [Setup Notice], press the key. When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without permission: Set [User Password Protection] using the following procedure: Using the...
Page 54 Security Measures Setting the Password on boot (enabling, disabling) Run the Setup Utility. ( page 147) Using either the key or the key, select [Security]. Using either the key or the key, select [Password on boot] and Enter press the key.
Page 55 Security Measures Set the Windows Log-on Password If the Windows log-on password is set, a password input screen will be displayed when you log-on to Windows. To set the password, it is necessary to first create a log-on user. To set a password after the log-on user has been created, execute step , and then execute steps .
Page 56 Security Measures Click on the account for which the password will be set. If you are logging on to Windows as a limited user, the screen of step will be displayed. Refer to step Click [Create a password]. Input the password, and then click [Create Password]. NOTE If the check mark has been removed from [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -...
Page 57 Security Measures When you do not want data stored on the hard disk to be read/ written 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. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read and write data as before.
Page 58 Security Measures Select [Enable] or [Disable]. To enable the Hard Disk Lock: Select [Enable] and press the Enter key. At [Caution], press the Enter key To disable the Hard Disk Lock: Select [Disable] and press the Enter key Enter Press the key and select [Yes], then press the key.
Page 59 Doing so could shorten the life of the drive lens When opening/closing the disk cover <CF-Y2 series> When the computer is on, be sure to use the drive power/open switch on the front right of the computer or perform the ejecting operation through Windows.
Page 60 DVD MULTI Drive To remove a disk when the disk cover cannot be opened or when the computer is powered off: Insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip, or the tip of a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole (A), and move in the direction of the arrow.
Page 61 Do not apply excessive force to the disk cover Do not shock the computer by removing or inserting cables and cards, etc. This may result in a read or write malfunction <CF-Y2 series> Do not operate the drive power/open switch. <CF-W2 series>...
Page 62 DVD MULTI Drive Cleaning We recommend cleaning the drive lens (B) with an air puffer used for camera lenses (Do not use any spray lens cleaning products) About the DVD MULTI Drive Power NOTE The drive power cannot be turned off when a disk formatted with B's CLiP has been set (While the icon is displayed on the notification area).
Page 63 DVD MULTI Drive How to switch the drive power on/off <CF-Y2 series> Use the drive power/open switch (A). • If you slide the switch to the right, the power will turn on, and the disk cover will open. • Each time the switch is slid to the left, the power will turn on or off.
Page 64 DVD MULTI drive. For example, when you want to minimize power consumption: <CF-Y2 series> Set [CD/DVD Drive Power] to [Off]. When using the drive or inserting a disk, turn the power on sliding the drive power/open switch.
Page 65 To turn the power on again after it has turned off: You can turn the drive power on using [Manual Switching]. <CF-Y2 series> You can also turn the drive power on by sliding the drive power/open switch to the left.
Page 66 NOTE Select [Exit] to close the Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving utility. To restart this utility, click [start] - [All programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility], or restart the computer. In the following cases, the drive power will not turn off even after the time set in [Auto Off Setting].
Page 67 About CD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection, disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read or play it correctly CDs supported in this computer •...
Page 68 About CD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; : no (disk specifications)) Read Write Rewrite Play Writing software is required (B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP has been installed in this computer) CD-RW Ultra-Speed CD-RW (US CD-RW) writing/ rewriting speed is 8x or 10x...
Page 69 About CD Media When Using CD-R or CD-RW Disks When using CD-R or CD-RW disks, read the description on the disk package. When writing to CD-R/RW disks To write CD-R/RW disks, writing software is required. "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are installed at the time of purchase.
Page 70 About CD Media • CD-RW /High-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. RICOH Co., Ltd. • Ultra-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. Handling Disks with Care Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched Do not allow disks to become dirty or scratched Do not place or store disks in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust...
Page 71 About DVD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection, DVD recorder or disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly DVDs supported in this computer •...
Page 72 About DVD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; ×: no; : no (disk specifications)) Read / Play Write Rewrite Software is required to B's Recorder/B's CLiP has play DVD videos been installed as the writing (WinDVD has been software installed in this computer) DVD-R...
Page 73 About DVD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; ×: no; : no (disk specifications)) Read / Play Write Rewrite Software is required to B's Recorder/B's CLiP has play DVD videos been installed as the writing (WinDVD has been software installed in this computer) Data...
Page 74 About DVD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; ×: no; : no (disk specs)) Read / Play Write Rewrite Software is required to B's Recorder/B's CLiP has play DVD videos been installed as the writing (WinDVD has been software installed in this computer) DVD-RAM...
Page 75 About DVD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; ×: no; : no (disk specs)) Read / Play Write Rewrite Software is required to B's Recorder/B's CLiP has play DVD videos been installed as the writing (WinDVD has been software installed in this computer) Data...
Page 76 About DVD Media When Using DVD-ROM Disks DVD playback software is required to play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files. WinDVD is installed at the time of purchase ( page About Regions Setting The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video.
Page 77 About DVD Media NOTE [Confirm Region] will also be displayed if a DVD-Video with one region code is inserted into a drive for which another region code has already been set When Using DVD-RAM Disks To write a file to a DVD-RAM disk, logical formatting is required. It is possible to write a file to a logically formatted DVD-RAM disk in the same way as writing to a floppy disk or hard disk.
Page 78 About DVD Media • FAT32 formatted disks cannot be used with Windows 95 (other than OSR2) / Windows When reading with a device on which an OS other than Windows XP has been installed, it is necessary to have a drive and a driver that are compatible with DVD-RAM. Logical formatting Formatting software and drivers required to conduct each type of formatting have been installed in this computer.
Page 79 About DVD Media NOTE After clicking [start] - [All programs], if [DVD-RAM] is not displayed, install the DVD- RAM driver according to the following procedure. Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the DVD MULTI drive. Click [start] - [Run] and input [d:\ramdrvr\setup.exe] , then click [OK].
Page 80 About DVD Media Disk Writing / Rewriting speeds DVD-RW 4.7GB (Ver.1.1) 1X speed 4.7GB 2X speed (Ver.1.1/2X-SPEED DVD-RW Revision 1.0) 4.7GB (Ver.1.2/4X-SPEED DVD-RW Revision 2.0) DVD-RAM 1.4GB/2.8GB, 4.7GB/9.4GB 2X speed (Ver.2.0 or Ver.2.1) 4.7GB/9.4GB (Ver.2.1/3X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 1.0) 4.7GB/9.4GB (Ver.2.2/5X-SPEED DVD-RAM Revision 2.0) 4.7GB (Version 1.0/1.1) 2.4X speed...
Page 81 About DVD Media • DVD-RAM Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. HITACHI MAXELL, Ltd. Handling Disks with Care Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched Do not allow disks to become dirty or scratched Do not place or store disks in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust Do not write on the surface of the disk with a ballpoint pen or other writing instrument, nor...
Page 82 Inserting/Removing a Disk CAUTION When inserting or removing a disk, be careful not to touch the drive lens <CF-Y2 series> Slide the drive power/open switch (A) to the right while the computer's power is on. <CF-W2 series> Slide the open lever (A) while the computer's power is on.
Page 83 Inserting/Removing a Disk Removing Hold down on the center spindle (C) and gently lift up on the edge of the disk. Close the disk cover. NOTE When using B’s Recorder or B’s CLiP, the method of removal may differ, depending on certain conditions.
Page 84 Inserting/Removing a Disk Power-saving Mode If the DVD MULTI drive has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the DVD MULTI drive is accessed once again, the power of the drive motor is turned on. However, approximately 30 seconds are required until data is actually read from the disk.
Page 85: Running Windvd
Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. Here you will find explanations and general information on precautions to take. Refer to the online manual for the detailed use of the software application. page Running WinDVD You can run WinDVD using either of the following procedures: Double-click the icon on the desktop...
Page 86 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) Turning off the DVD MULTI drive power If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart. During video playback, do not perform the following: Ejecting the disk Using other applications or the Command Prompt Changing the settings of the screen properties Turning off the DVD MULTI drive power If performing the operations described above, shut down WinDVD, then restart.
Page 87: Support Information
Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) Right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Help] SUPPORT INFORMATION If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, follow the steps below to contact InterVideo, Inc.
Page 88 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) To have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically on WinDVD: Remove the check mark from [DVD Video] and [Movie file (mpeg)] on screen A or B on the left. ® A. When starting up Windows Media Player for the first time, one of the setting screens will be displayed.
Page 89 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) To change the auto-repeat setting values, right-click above the WinDVD screen, click on [Repeat], and select auto-repeat setting values from the menu. Auto-repeat is a function that plays contents repeatedly for a fixed period of time. You can set the length of the repeat time at 1, 2, 4, or 8 seconds.
Page 90 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) The playback screen appears to be blurred, white, and jumpy Right-click on the WinDVD screen, and click [Setup] - [Video] to display the [Color Preset] setting screen, and then set [Color Preset] to [Custom]. To change color settings in WinDVD, click on the WinDVD control panel, click [Color], and set [Brightness], [Contrast], and [Color] on the sub-panel When battery operation time has become short:...
Page 91 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) DVD-RW recorded in the VR format can be played with the administrator authority only Depending on the DVD recorder or the manufacturer of the media used for creation, it may not be playable Media in which digital broadcasts have been recorded using copyright management technologies such as CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) or CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) cannot be played back Also, refer to "DVDs supported in this computer"...
Page 92 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are CD/DVD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Following is general information about B's Recorder and B's CLiP. B's Recorder: Enables you to create data CDs, music CDs, or video CDs, or copy CDs. B's CLiP: Enables you to copy or erase files and folders just as you would with a floppy disk.
Page 93 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) B's CLiP B's CLiP runs when the computer starts up, and the icon or the icon is displayed on the notification area. icon is displayed when the DVD MULTI drive power is on and if there is no media inserted, or if a media other than a disk formatted using B’s CLiP has been inserted.
Page 94 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) Do not add the check mark for [Enable CD recording on this drive] in [Properties] - [Recording] of the DVD MULTI drive. Media cannot be written. Do not remove the media immediately after reading or writing, even after the Windows copying message has disappeared.
Page 95 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) B's CLiP Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's CLiP] - [User's Manual]. Notes During Use Cannot turn the DVD MULTI drive power off At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that the DVD MULTI drive power can not be turned off while B's Recorder is running or the icon is displayed on the notification area.
Page 96 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) After formatting the disk, if the disk does not mount (is not recognized), remove it, and insert it again. Eject the formatted disks as described below. When ejecting the disk while the icon is displayed on the noti- fication area Right-click the icon and click [Eject].
Page 97 Writing to CDs/DVDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) • When the installation is complete, the display will say that the computer should be restarted after removing the disk, nevertheless, be sure to restart it without removing the Product Recovery DVD-ROM "d:" is the drive letter of the DVD MULTI drive. Change this to match the drive letter on your own computer.
Page 98 PC Cards This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. There are three types of card, differentiated by their thickness: Type I (3.3 mm), Type II (5.0 mm), and Type III (10.5 mm). The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card.
Page 99 Inserting a PC Card Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place. Refer to each card’s operating instructions for proper insertion. <Only for CF-Y2 series> After the card is inserted, bend the eject button (A). CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install following the procedures below.
Page 100 PC Card or the device connected to the PC Card; this may occur when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer. In such cases, turn off the power from the [start] menu, then remove the card <CF-Y2 series> Disable the card function. Double-click the icon on the notification area, click the PC Card, then click [Stop].
Page 101 PC Cards Double-click the icon on the notification area, click the PC Card, then click [Stop]. Click [OK] on the [Stop a Hardware device] screen. (When the PC Card has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.) Press the button (B), and then press the button (B) again.
Page 102: Data Transfer Rate
SD memory card format software. (Do not use [Format] of Windows.) Formatting software can be downloaded from our web site. Address: http://panasonic.jp/support/audio/sd/download/sd_formatter_e.html When using the SD memory card with other peripheral devices, format the SD memory card using the peripheral device. For details, refer to the device’s instruction manual...
Page 103 • While the SD memory card indicator is lit (Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect) We recommend backing up important data to another storage medium...
Page 104: Inserting/Removing
SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) The MultiMedia card can be used for: Storing files, etc. Exchanging data with devices equipped with a MultiMedia card slot This computer may be unable to use MultiMedia cards under some conditions; for example, if the MultiMedia card has been formatted using certain peripheral devices.
Page 105 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Click on the desired Windows operation. The screen on the left is an example When the screen on the left is not displayed, it can be activated by doing the following: Click [start] - [My Computer]. Right-click [Removable Disk] on SD memory card /MultiMedia Card, and then click [Properties].
Page 106 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Removing the Card Confirm the SD memory card indicator turns off completely. Do not remove the card while data is being read from or written to the card The computer may continue to access the card for some length of time after operations such as writing to the card.
Page 107: Sd Memory Card Changing The Sd Memory Card Drive Letter
Input [c:\util\chgsddrv\setup.exe] and click [OK], then follow the onscreen instructions. How to change drive letter Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Drive Letter Change Tool]. Click in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK].
Page 108: Security Function
SD Memory Card Security Function When you initialize an SD memory card, you can insert it, instead of entering a password, in the following cases. When starting the computer When logging on to Windows/ resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or while the screensaver is active Windows log-on screen Set the SD memory card...
Page 109 When [Removable disk] appears, click [Take no action], then click [OK]. Start the SD card setup program. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD memory card has not been inserted, the screen on the left will be...
Page 110 SD Memory Card Security Function Click [Next] in the Welcome screen. Choose the key (SD memory card) setting method (A). [Leave set] To leave the SD memory card in place instead of entering a password (The card may be removed after the computer or Windows is started.) [Set and eject] To set and eject the SD memory card instead of entering a password The setting method is set separately for each computer.
Page 111 SD Memory Card Security Function Make the settings according to their intended. To use when starting the computer An SD memory card will be registered with the computer (Up to two cards can be registered) Add the check mark for [Use when starting computer] (B) and click [Next]. Click [Restart the computer after entering settings], then click [Finish].
Page 112 SD Memory Card Security Function Enter the Supervisor Password. If the Supervisor Password has been set Enter the Supervisor Password, then click [OK] If the Supervisor Password has not been set Follow the onscreen instructions to set the Supervisor Password. Enter the Supervisor Password, then press the Tab key.
Page 113 SD Memory Card Security Function Click [Restart the computer after entering settings], then click [Finish]. Set the Windows log-on user name and password. Enter the user name, then press the Tab key. Enter the password, then press the Tab key. Reenter the password for confirmation.
Page 114 SD Memory Card Security Function A [Private] folder will be created in the SD memory card, and a Windows log-on user name and password will be registered. Do not delete [Private] folder. Doing so will cancel [Use when logging on to Windows].
Page 115 SD Memory Card Security Function Change the Settings After you run the SD Card Setup program once, the setup screen that appears the next time you run it will be different. Start the SD card setup program. ( page 109, steps1-3) The current settings will be displayed.
Page 116 SD Memory Card Security Function [Use when starting the computer] • If you add the check mark: This SD memory card can be used when starting the computer. A check mark is also added automatically in [Use the SD card when starting the computer] •...
Page 117 SD Memory Card Security Function At the confirmation message [The user name and password registered in the SD card will be erased...], click [Yes]. Restart the computer.
Page 118 External Display You can connect an external display to use a large screen, or connect an LCD projector to give a presentation. For explanations of display mode terminology, refer to “Read Me First” ( page Power off your computer. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode.
Page 119 External Display Click [start] - [Control Panel], from the [See Also] area click [Other Control Panel Options]. <CF-Y2 series> Click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2 M] - [Devices]. <CF-W2 series> Click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices]. Click the display destination, and then click [Apply].
Page 120 External Display • When an external display is connected or disconnected while the computer is operating. When the computer is set to display on both the internal LCD and the external display, DVD-Video, MPEG files and other video files may not be played back smoothly. Carefully read the operating instructions of the external display When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug &...
Page 121 External Display Extended Desktop Click [Extended Desktop] ( page 119, step C), and make the settings for [Primary Device] and [Secondary Device]. Click , select the display from the menu, and then click [OK]. The pop-up window displayed by the Fn key combination is shown only on the primary device Do not switch the display destination by pressing the Fn+F3 key when [Extended Desktop] is being used...
Page 122 External Display When there is no display when the Extended Desktop is disabled: The application running is being displayed in the external display. Set the Extended Desktop again, move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop.
Page 123: Usb Devices (External Mouse Etc.)
USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) Connecting/Removing USB Devices Connecting USB Devices Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device. You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices.
Page 124 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) Click [Power Management] and remove the check mark from [Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power], then click [OK]. When a USB device is removed and then inserted, may appear in the Device Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized.
Page 125 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) When Using an External Mouse CAUTION If the Touch Pad driver is not uninstalled and external mouse drivers are installed, the message [Communication with Flat Pad failed] is displayed. When external mouse drivers are installed, uninstall the Touch Pad driver first with the following procedure.
Page 126 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) Install the mouse driver according to the mouse’s operating instructions. NOTE After the above settings have been made, the Touch Pad Scroll function can not be used. If you do not use an external mouse and use the Touch Pad Scroll function again, follow the procedure for [When using the Touch Pad Utility] below.
Page 127 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) The driver installation is executed. At [Setup complete], confirm that [Yes, I want to restart my computer now] is selected and click [Finish]. After restarting the computer, at [Information about your Synaptics Pointing Device], remove the check mark from [Show this message the next time Windows starts] and click [Close].
Page 128: Usb Floppy Disk Drive
USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) USB Floppy Disk Drive Note the following when using an optional USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03). Avoid the followings while the floppy disk drive is being accessed. Doing any of these may damage the data on the floppy disk and render it useless •...
Page 129 Printer When the printer is connected to the USB port, the Reference Manual in this computer and homepages found on the Internet can be printed. Refer to the printer’s operating instructions for help installing the printer driver, making the settings and operating the printer How to print this Reference Manual in this computer: ( page Power off the printer and your computer.
Page 130 Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines. •...
Page 131 Modem function. When using the computer in a network environment, we recommend that you set [System standby] and [System hibernates] to [Never], using the following procedure: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]. To remove the cable, pull out while pressing down on the tab Ring Resume Function With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode,...
Page 132 Modem Click [Devices] - [Properties]. Click [Receive], and then add the check mark for [Enable device to receive] and click [OK]. Click [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Double-click [Modems], and then double-click the internal modem. Click [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby], then click [OK].
Page 133 Modem Setting for [System standby] • Roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for [System standby] elapses, even during communications, and cuts off the communications •...
Page 134 There are specific settings required to set up LAN connection. Be sure to check system administrator before attempting to your LAN. When connecting multiple computers or peripheral devices in a home or office via a network, printers or files can be shared among several computers. Connecting LAN CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port...
Page 135 Make the settings according to instructions from your provider or your system administrator instructions, and click [OK]. CAUTION Do not use the standby or hibernation functions during communications (except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use), as this may cause an error in data transmission or reception.
Page 136 Wake up from LAN Function This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer from a network server when the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. To use this function, it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN. Enabling the Wake up from LAN Function Click [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware].
Page 137 The computer may start up if accessed by another computer on the network. The following procedure can be used to prevent startup due to unintentional access by a computer Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
Page 138: Wireless Lan
Wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can access a network without cable connections. Wireless LAN communication methods • Infrastructure mode For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions, using an access point • Ad hoc mode For direct data transactions between two computers with wireless LAN functions, without using an access point This computer supports IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g.
Page 139: Precautions
Wireless LAN Precautions Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devices in the vicinity Abide by instructions regarding use in airplanes and hospitals If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn off the wireless LAN ( page 140)
Page 140: Power On/Off
Wireless LAN Turning On/Off for the Wireless LAN Function ® Turn on/off the wireless LAN function using Intel PROSet/Wireless Software. NOTE Before using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless LAN on (at the time of purchase, the wireless LAN is set to [Wireless Off]) After turning the wireless LAN on or off, it may take some time before the [Intel PROSet/Wireless] screen display is renewed.
Page 141 Wireless LAN To disable 802.11a: Click [Disable 802.11a]. To enable 802.11a: Click [Enable 802.11a]. To use 802.11a, turn the wireless LAN on. If 802.11a is enabled or disabled while the computer is connected to an 802.11b/g access point, the connection to the access point will be temporarily interrupted.
Page 142 Wireless LAN NOTE Function of Wireless LAN Switch • Turning the wireless LAN on/off by clicking the Wireless LAN Switch ( on the notification area and selecting [Enable Wireless LAN] or [Disable Wireless LAN]. • Enabling/disabling 802.11a ( page 140) The above settings can be set separately.
Page 143 Set to [Enable] using the following procedure. Restart the computer. Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If a password is set, [Enter Password] will be displayed. Enter your password, and press the Enter key.
Page 144: Security
Wireless LAN Enter the profile name and Wireless network name (SSID), and make other necessary changes; then click [Next]. Use only one-byte alphanumeric characters when entering the profile name and Wireless network name. Make necessary changes and click [OK]. For security, we recommend that you enable encryption (WEP). If you enable WEP, enable encryption on the access point side as well.
Page 145 Wireless LAN Select again a profile name you want to connect, and click [Connect]. When the computer is properly connected to an access point, the icon will disap- pear. ( page 175) Click [Close]. Exchanging Data between Computers Using the Wireless LAN To communicate between two computers using the wireless LAN and without using an access point, make the following settings on each computer.
Page 146 Wireless LAN Check the Wireless LAN Communication Status ® Open the Intel PROSet/Wireless Software using either of the following procedures: Double-click the icon, the icon or the icon on the notification area to check the communication status Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel PROSet Wireless] - [Intel PROSet Wireless] ®...
Page 147: Setup Utility
Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press the key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the password is set, the screen shown at left will be displayed. Enter your password, and press the Enter key.
Page 148 Setup Utility When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable]: • When the computer is started up, entering a password is not necessary • When the Setup Utility is started up: The password becomes necessary. This alternative can prevent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed If you fail to press the F2 key at the right moment, the Setup Utility will not start up.
Page 149 Setup Utility How to use the screen A. You can select menu items by moving the cursor with the keys. B. If there are several selectable items, you can choose the desired item by pressing keys. The color of the selected item will change. C.
Page 150 Setup Utility Key Operations To display the corresponding "help" file (Press the F1 key to return to the original screen) To display the [Exit] menu To move among the items (Use these keys when selecting the item) To move among the menus (Use these keys when the [Information], [Main], [Advanced], [Security], [Boot], or [Exit] menu is selected) Select previous item (Use this key when changing setting values) Select next item (Use this key when changing setting values)
Page 151 Setup Utility Information Menu (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Language English • Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility Japanese Model No. To display and Serial No. confirm information. CPU Type These items cannot CPU Speed be selected or BIOS changed.
Page 152 Display Expansion Disable • Select whether to have the display expanded when not using the native screen resolution Enable <Only for CF-Y2 series> Max Performance Memory / Video Power Save Battery Optimized • When set to [Max Performance] (Max. 333 MHz (equivalent to PC2700)), memory/video will operate faster in comparison to [Battery Optimized] (Max.266MHz (equivalent to PC 2100)), but...
Page 153 Setup Utility Advanced Menu NOTE The [Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password (An underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.) Modem Disable • Select whether to use the internal modem function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]) (This does not Enable work for the external modem) Disable...
Page 154 Setup Utility Security Menu NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password: • [Clear registered SD card], [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed • [Password on boot], [SD Startup], [SD Setting Method], [Setup Utility Prompt], [Boot First Menu] and [User Password Protection] will be displayed, but cannot be set •...
Page 155 Disable • Select whether to display ([Enable]) or not to display ([Disable]) the message “Press F2 for Enable Setup/F12 for LAN” shown on the bottom of the [Panasonic] boot screen that is displayed after starting this computer Boot First Menu Disable •...
Page 156 The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on and the Esc key is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will appear. When the [Boot]...
Page 157 Setup Utility menu setting is changed, the selection screen display will also change. [Boot Menu] is displayed only when [Boot First Menu] in the [Security] menu is set to [Enable] Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.
Page 158 In this case, overlay the cursor to display pop-ups, scroll the screen, or use other functions to display the hidden elements. Close all running application before starting “Icon Enlarger” Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Select the display size as [Normal Size], [Large Size], or [Extra Large Size].
Page 159 When using Loupe Utility for the first time, run it from the [start] menu. Use Loupe Utility Run Loupe Utility Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility]. If you want to run Loupe Utility automatically when starting Windows next time: Add the check mark for [Register in Startup].
Page 160 Loupe Utility Enlarging a Part of the Screen Point the cursor ( ) to the place on the screen where you want to enlarge. Right-click while pressing the key. The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged. Double-click on the icon on the notification area, or right-click on the icon and select [Show Loupe] to show the enlarged display.
Page 161 Loupe Utility There are some applications that may not be enlarged properly. Set Loupe Utility Right-click the icon on the notification area. Select [Settings]. Changing the operation when showing/hiding the enlarged-display window Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged-display window by using an external mouse, touch pad, or keyboard.
Page 162 Loupe Utility Select [OK]. Select whether to make the display enlargement 2x or 3x. Right-click the icon, and then select [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].
Page 163: Starting Up (Q&A)
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, refer to the software sections of the manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact your technical support office. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status ( page 183).
Page 164 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Starting Up When resuming from the standby or Even when a password has been set in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility, hibernation mode, [Enter Password] [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the does not appear even if a password standby or hibernation mode.
Page 165 Click [Tools] - [Check Now]. Click [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down the F8 key when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears.
Page 166 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering on When the external display is blank, • Check your cable connection to the external display • Confirm that your display is powered on • Check the settings for your external display The display destination may be set to the external display.
Page 167 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display The external display no longer When an external display not compatible with the power-saving mode is used displays properly with the computer, the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the power-saving mode. In such cases, turn off the power to the external display.
Page 168 If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display destination as follows: <CF-Y2 series> Click [start] - [Control Panel] from the [See Also] area click [Other Control Panel Options], and then click [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2 M] - [Devices].
Page 169: Q&A
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display Application is not displayed properly, Is the application a non-Unicode program? When non-Unicode programs are or characters are garbled run on Windows XP, you must select the language appropriate to that program. Set [Language for non-Unicode programs] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Regional and Language Options] - [Advanced].
Page 170: Standby (Q&A)
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Standby/Hibernation Function Unable to enter standby or hibernation If a USB device is connected to the computer, the standby or hibernation mode function may not work properly. In this case, remove the USB device if Windows does not work properly.
Page 171 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Battery Indicator The red indicator blinks 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 your technical support office. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective The orange indicator blinks Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of...
Page 172 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: General Cannot check the computer’s MAC Check the computer’s MAC address using the following procedure: address Display [Command Prompt]. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt]. Input [ipconfig /all], and press the Enter key. Wireless LAN’s MAC address: Make a note of the 12-digit string of alphanumerics displayed on the wireless LAN's "Physical Address"...
Page 173: Q&A
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Access point is not detected Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the detection again It may take some time before the access point is displayed in [Available Networks].
Page 174 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Cannot communicate with the access Confirm that the access point is on point Confirm that the following settings match with the access point. If these settings do not match, confirm the access point settings, and do the settings on the computer again •...
Page 175 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Communications with access point are Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the cut off detection again If there are multiple access points aside from the access point to which this computer is connected, confirm that different channels have been set for each access point Set [CPU Idle Setting] to [Performance] (...
Page 176 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not work Make sure a driver is installed Contact the manufacturer of the product When operation resumes from the standby or hibernation mode, devices such as a mouse, modem or PC Cards may not function properly. In such cases, you will need to restart your computer.
Page 177 12V are not supported USB floppy disk drives do not work as Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) can be used. a boot drive Make sure [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility...
Page 178 PC card (e.g., unstable Follow the onscreen instructions. video images when writing videos Click [start] - [Panasonic] - [CPU Idle Setting] and then click [OK]. to a DV camera using an IEEE1394 Click [Performance] and then click [Yes].
Page 179 The DVD MULTI drive indicator Is the drive power on? does not light/blink <CF-Y2 series> Slide the drive power/open switch to the left to turn the drive power on. When the light is on, the drive power is on. <CF-W2 series>...
Page 180: Sound (Q&A)
Disk Operations Cannot eject disk Is the computer powered on? <CF-Y2 series> The drive power/open switch works only when the computer’s power is on. Turn the computer on, and then slide the drive power/open switch to the right. <CF-W2 series>...
Page 181: Protecting Important Data .103 Q&A
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Sound Audio distortion may occur when operations are performed by pressing the Fn The audio is distorted key in combination with another key. Stop playing and start again SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Cannot use SD memory card security The SD memory card must be set up in order to use the security function function page...
Page 182 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Fast User Switching Function Some applications may not work When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the properly following problems may occur: • Some applications may not work properly • Key combination with the Fn key may not work •...
Page 183 Windows with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].) Running PC Information Viewer Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer]. Click on the items to display detailed information for each item.
Page 184 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy] At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that a copy of the screen can be saved to a file by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+F8 key.
Page 185 • E-mail address: support@intervideo.com Other pre-installed software Contact the Panasonic technical support office as listed in the “Technical Support Office” in the Operating Instructions. Confirm the contact information for the Panasonic technical support office using the following procedure: Click [start], right-click on [My Computer], and click on [Properties].
Page 186: Virus
Protecting Your Computer from Viruses A computer virus propagates through infections from one computer to another. Some viruses are highly malicious, destroying computer data, or preventing the computer from starting up properly. To Protect Your Computer from being Infected by a Virus The first time you start up Windows, the message [Your computer might be at risk] will be displayed from the Security Center icon on the notification area at the bottom right of...
Page 187 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses NOTE We recommend that you back up your data regularly. Even if your computer is infected with a virus, it is possible to reinstall the system and recover your data from the backup Using Antivirus Software Especially in the following cases, we recommend you perform a virus check.
Page 188 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses For further details on the Windows Firewall, see the help displayed by the following methods: Click [start] - [Help and Support] and input [Windows Firewall] into [Search]. Click [Windows Firewall overview]. If a Virus Is Discovered In order to prevent secondary infection, disconnect from the network, and conduct a check of the hard disk and other data.
Page 189 To Update this Computer to its Latest Version To Update Windows to its Latest Version In an Internet-connected environment, execute the Windows Update, and use the latest Windows service pack or patch program to update Windows on your computer to its latest version.
Page 190 Windows-related Information When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM The Windows files included in the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM for each OS are contained in the following folders: c:\windows\docs, c:\windows\dotnetfx, c:\windows\i386, c:\windows\support\tools, c:\windows\valueadd Windows Security Windows has security functions aside from the security functions in the Setup Utility.
Page 191 CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Click [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown at left is displayed. When you click an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
Page 192 Glossary Glossary contains terms and explanations that are convenient to know when using your computer. +R / +RW Data can only be written once. Data can also be added as long as the volume is within the writing capacity of the disk. Offers higher compatibility with DVD-ROM than with +RW (see below).
Page 193 Glossary Ad Hoc Mode A wireless LAN communication method in which two computers with wireless LAN conduct data interactions without using an Access Point (see above). Data interaction methods between two or more computers using an Access Point are referred to as “Infrastructure Mode”.
Page 194 Glossary CD-DA – Compact Disk A CD for recording music using a music CD standard called CD-Digital Audio. Commonly Digital Audio referred to as “music CDs” or “Audio CDs”. CD-EXTRA A music CD (CD-DA: see above) to which video images or still images in video format have been added to a second session.
Page 195 Glossary Click An operation in which a mouse button (right or left button) or the touch pad is pressed once, quickly, and then released. When this operation is executed twice in quick succession, it is referred to as a “double click” ( page 196).
Page 196 Glossary Device A general term for peripheral equipment connected to the computer, such as a keyboard or external hard disk. The term “Device” also refers to components built into the computer itself, such as the hard disk drive, modem, or LAN. Dithering Displaying an intermediate color tone by combining several colors.
Page 197 Glossary DVD-RW A DVD that enables writing, erasing, and rewriting of data. Data can be rewritten about 1,000 times. On this computer, you can write, erase, or rewrite data using B's Recorder/B's CLiP. DVD-Video A DVD on which audio and video are recorded using MPEG2 ( page 203), which offers high playback quality with digital video compression technology.
Page 198 Glossary Firewall A security system for protecting the computer from unauthorized access via the Internet or other external networks. The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the external network, so that only approved data can pass through. Windows Firewall is provided in Windows XP.
Page 199 Glossary A device for connecting several cables of the same type to relay information. Examples are USB hubs and network hubs. Icon A small picture displayed on the desktop or the notification area. The picture expresses the content or function of an application in an easy-to-understand format. The application can be executed by double-clicking ( page 196) on this icon.
Page 200 Glossary IEEE802.11a A wireless LAN standard approved by IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). Enables communications at speeds up to 54 Mbps . A standard using a 5 GHz frequency band. Outdoor communications using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN), however, are prohibited.
Page 201 Glossary IEEE802.11g A wireless LAN standard approved by IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). Enables communications at speeds up to 54 Mbps . This standard enables data transfers at about five times the speed of 802.11b, using the same 2.4 GHz frequency band. Also supports encryption using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) ( page 210), AES (...
Page 202 Glossary Log-On The status in which the user can access a network or computer system. Also referred to as “log in”. MAC Address A unique number allocated to each device (network card, built-in wireless LAN module, etc.) used on a network. Displayed in a format such as “00:11:22:AA: BB:CC”. This number is allocated in advance by the device manufacturer.
Page 203 Glossary MPEG A technology that efficiently compresses digital video data. MPEG2 is one of this technology with outstanding image quality and is used in DVD-Video ( page 197) and other media. Another related technology, MPEG1, uses a lower compression rate than MPEG2, and is used in Video CD ( page 210).
Page 204 Glossary PC Card A device for adding a wide range of functions to a computer. Examples are modem cards, network cards, FLASH Memory cards, and SCSI cards. PC Cards are designated as Type I, Type II, or Type III, depending on their thickness. Also known as PCMCIA. The PC Card Slot on this computer is compatible with Type I and Type II PC Cards.
Page 205 Glossary RAM Module A component that incorporates a semiconductor memory chip into a single substrate. This module is inserted into the RAM Module Slot to increase the computer's available memory page 202). Increasing memory (RAM) offers a number of benefits, including more comfortable program operations, the capacity to handle larger volumes of data, and the ability to use several programs simultaneously.
Page 206 This allows for checking problem causes, as well as system recovery. When starting this computer, hold down the F8 key when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed.
Page 207 Glossary SD Memory Card A memory card roughly the size of a postage stamp, with a unique ID. Enables recording of music and video data, and features a powerful copyright protection function. Can be used in a wide range of devices, including computers, digital cameras, and mobile phones, as well as for data exchange.
Page 208 Glossary Standby A function that enables the current working conditions to be stored in memory when the power is turned off, so when the power resumes, the working conditions immediately before the power was turned off will be displayed on the screen. When the power supply is disconnected, the data stored in memory is lost, so always connect the AC adaptor or battery pack when the computer is in standby mode.
Page 209 Glossary Title Bar The segment at the top of the window showing the title of the application software, the name of the file currently open, and other information. The entire window can be moved by dragging page 196) this bar with the mouse pointer. TKIP Short for “Temporary Key Integrity Protocol.”...
Page 210 Glossary Video CD A CD with video data recorded. Also refers to the recording format. Movies and other video contents are compressed using MPEG1 ( page 203) and stored on a CD. Video CD contents can be played back on a DVD player/recorder that accommodates this format. Video CDs can also be played back on a computer using MPEG decoder software.
Page 211 Index If the page number is When Writing to CD-R/RW Disks ......69 clicked, it will jump to Display ....134 the page corresponding .....19 Connecting Brightness Control ..136 ....118 Wake up from LAN External Display Reference Manual......159 ......166 Loupe Utility Q&A...
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Index ........9 Scroll WinDVD ....85 SD Memory Card Running WinDVD ...87 Changing the SD Memory Card Support Information ....107 Drive Letter Wireless LAN ....102 ..138 Data transfer rate Communication Methods ......102 ....140 Format Power On/Off ..104 ....139 Inserting/Removing Precautions .103 ......173 Protecting Important Data Q&A...
Page 213 • Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries • WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. • Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0159C_XP...

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