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Panasonic Toughbook CF-19AHJAX1M Reference Manual

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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    Reference Manual Personal Computer CF-19 Series Model No. We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed. Descriptions • For common procedures and screens for Windows 7 and Windows XP, this Reference Manual uses the procedures and screens of Windows 7. •...

  • Page 2: Windows Update

    Introduction This manual explains using the Windows 7 or Windows XP default setting. indicates “Genuine Windows indicates “Genuine Microsoft PC Edition” indicates “Genuine Microsoft indicates “Genuine Microsoft In these instructions, the names are referred as follows. ® “Genuine Windows 7 Professional 32-bit Service Pack 1” and “Genuine Windows as “Windows”...
  • Page 3 Introduction Regarding Windows XP You can select the Classic view of Control Panel or the Classic Start menu. You can also change the way a user logs on or off. This manual explains using the Windows XP default setting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.). If the message “Your computer might be at risk”...

  • Page 4: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations NOTE Do not repeatedly press the keys in quick succession. Do not use the key combinations together with touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for model with touch- screen), dual touch (only for model with dual touch), tablet buttons, or other key operations. Do not use the key combinations before you log on to Windows.
  • Page 5 Key Combinations Speaker on/off Fn + F4 Volume Fn + F5 (Fn + F5= down / Fn + F6= up) Fn + F6 NOTE When fine-tuning the sound volume, press and hold Fn, and press F5 or F6 intermittently. This does not work on beeps or speakers connected to the USB port. Fn + F7 Activate sleep Fn + F8...

  • Page 6: Hotkey Settings

    • Pop-up icon on/off Start up the Hotkey Settings. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Make the settings. [Use Fn key lock] When using an Fn key combination Press Fn once. (Locked) Press another key. (Lock released) When using successive Fn key combinations Press Fn twice.
  • Page 7 Key Combinations Click [OK]. NOTE You can have different settings for each user. Windows XP: [start] If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do not sound.

  • Page 8: Tablet Buttons

    : up Input Panel Tablet PC Input Panel on/off If you press and hold this button, Dashboard for Panasonic PC will start ( Tablet PC Input Panel on/off Software keyboard on/off ( This button does not work on the Welcome screen.
  • Page 9 (start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Set tablet buttons to perform certain tasks]. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Tablet Buttons Settings]. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings] - [Tablet Buttons].
  • Page 10 To disable the tablet buttons You can disable the Security ( )/Input Panel ( Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Tablet Buttons Settings]. Remove the check mark from [Enable Security, Input Panel, Enter, Rotation Button.] Click [OK]. )/Enter ( )/Rotation ( ) buttons.

  • Page 11: Operation Of The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen <Only for model with touchscreen> You can use the touchscreen function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse. Touch the screen surface with the stylus (included). For further information, click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Pen and Touch] - [Flicks] - [Practice using flicks].
  • Page 12 Touchscreen Maintaining the performance of the touchscreen When the touchscreen becomes dirty, wipe it with an approved soft cloth The touchscreen is specially treated to prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, so dirt can be removed easily using a dry cloth (use only the approved soft cloth).

  • Page 13: Touchscreen Calibration

    Touchscreen Check the following to prevent the surface of the touchscreen from being scratched Are you using your finger or a stylus to operate the touchscreen? Is the surface clean? Is the soft cloth clean? Are you using the stylus with the tip extended? Is the tip of the stylus clean? Is your finger clean? Things to keep in mind when using the touchscreen...

  • Page 14: Press Enter

    Touchscreen Calibration by an administrator NOTE At first, log on to Windows as an administrator, and perform this calibration. Run [Tablet PC Settings]. Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings]. Click [Calibrate]. Using the stylus, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one. Calibration by a standard user NOTE Perform the following calibration for each user.

  • Page 15: Dual Touch

    Dual Touch <Only for model with dual touch> You can use the digitizer function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse by touching the screen surface with the digitizer pen (included). And you can use the touchscreen function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse by touching the screen with your finger etc.
  • Page 16 Dual Touch Maintaining the performance of the dual touch When the screen becomes dirty, wipe it with an approved soft cloth The screen is specially treated to prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, so dirt can be removed easily using a dry cloth (use only the approved soft cloth).
  • Page 17 Run [Calibration Utility]. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Calibration Utility]. Select [Pen input (Digitizer)]. To calibrate more accurate, add a check mark for [Advanced calibration]. Using your finger, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one.
  • Page 18 Run [Calibration Utility]. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Calibration Utility]. Select [Touch input]. To calibrate more accurate, add a check mark for [Advanced calibration]. Using the digitizer pen, touch each of the “+” target marks one by one.

  • Page 19: Software Keyboard

    You can touch the screen keyboard using the stylus (included) to perform the same operation as the internal keyboard. Starting the Software Keyboard Press the Input Panel button Alternatively you can click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Software Keyboard]. Touch the software keyboard using the stylus.
  • Page 20 Software Keyboard Software Keyboard Menu Click (A). Add a check mark to the function you want to use. [Auto Move] The software keyboard moves automatically to avoid overlapping the selected window. [Auto Restore] The software keyboard minimized on the notification area will be restored when you change the input mode. This may not work on some applications.

  • Page 21: Hand Writing Utility

    An external mouse or trackball connected via the keyboard/mouse port of port replicator (optional) or the car mounter (optional) will not work during handwriting in the touch pad mode. Windows XP: [start] Windows XP: standby (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hand Writing Utility]. on the notifica-...

  • Page 22: Settings Button

    Dashboard for Panasonic PC You can perform the following operations easily by using the Dashboard for Panasonic PC. Click on the desktop to open the Dashboard for Panasonic PC. The screen to the right appears. The items (or “function tiles”) dis- played allow you configure various settings and launch applications.
  • Page 23 Dashboard for Panasonic PC [Microphone] Adjust the microphone input level. Slide scroll bar to the right or left to increase or decrease the level respectively. To disable microphone input, add a checkmark to [Mute]. [Screen input] (Only for model with dual touch) When [Touch + Pen] is selected, you can operate the screen with the pen (included) and other input methods such as your fingers.
  • Page 24 Adjust the calibration for pen and touch inputs. Refer to “Touchscreen Calibration” ( [Power Plan Extension] Configure the power plan and Panasonic spesific power saving functions. Refer to “Customizing the Power Setting”. ( [Wireless Switch] Switch the power for the wireless function ON/OFF.

  • Page 25: Function Setting

    (For Office2010, this is normally “C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office14”) (For Office2003, this is normally “C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office11”) Drag and drop any of the following files onto [Click to add] in the [Dashboard for Panasonic PC] screen. (File extensions are found in the parentheses.) •...
  • Page 26 Dashboard for Panasonic PC Launching an application program Click on the desktop. Click [Launch] for the desired application program. Moving Function Tiles Click and hold on the title portion of the function tile for several seconds. An orange frame will appear around the function tile.
  • Page 27 Dashboard for Panasonic PC Deleting Function Tiles on Mypage Drag and drop the function tile you want to delete onto the Trash button. If a confirmation message appears, click [Yes]. Deleting Application Launcher Tiles on Basic Page Click the Settings button.
  • Page 28 Specifying Usable Functions on Dashboard for Panasonic PC You can specify functions that can be used by standard users on the Dashboard for Panasonic PC. Functions not specified will be dimmed and standard users will not be able to use these functions.

  • Page 29: Display Rotation

    Display Rotation Rotating the Display Press the Rotation button Each time you press the button, the screen display rotates counter-clockwise by 90 NOTE Alternatively you can rotate the display by the following procedure. Click (start) - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Personalization] - [Display] - [Change display settings]. Right-click on the notification area and click [setting...].

  • Page 30: Changing The Settings

    NOTE In the following cases, the display is automatically set to the default angle. • When switching from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa • When Windows is started up • When another user logs on with the Fast User Switching function •...
  • Page 31 Sleep or Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly The sleep or hibernation functions allow you to shut off the computer without closing programs and documents. You can quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on before sleep Function Data is saved to Memory...
  • Page 32 Sleep or Hibernation Functions Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer:] / [When I press the power button on my computer:], and then click [OK]. NOTE You do not need to make the setting if you use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation.
  • Page 33 Failing the password input while resuming from hibernation: • At the next resume, Panasonic boot screen will appear. At this time, do not start the Setup Utility and do not change settings. Otherwise, resume may not operate correctly.
  • Page 34 Sleep or Hibernation Functions To enter standby, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By]. To enter hibernation, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer], then press and hold Shift and click [Hibernate]. CAUTION While the computer is entering sleep Do not: •...
  • Page 35 Sleep or Hibernation Functions To resume from sleep Open the display, or slide the power switch (A). In the default setting, the Windows password will be requested to resume. When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( the display.

  • Page 36: Saving Power

    Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [System and Security] - [Power Options] to select [Power saver] and click [Change plan settings]. While [Panasonic Power Management] is selected as the factory default, selecting [Power saver] will further reduce power con- sumption.
  • Page 37 To confirm current settings, [Advanced] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function] or [Wireless LAN standby power saving function]. click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function]. Windows XP: standby Using Power Plan Extension Utility You can adjust the power plan to change power saving features as required.
  • Page 38 Saving Power Setup Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility]. Click [Enable] for each function. Click [OK] in the confirmation screen that appears. To enable “Intel video driver power saving function” Select [Enable], and slide the slide bar to the “Maximum Battery” end.

  • Page 39: Security Measures

    Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able to use your computer. Con- tact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a short time, since other people may set or change the password.

  • Page 40: Set The Password

    39). When you have your hard disk drive repaired • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. • Before sending back the hard disk drive, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled]. NOTE The hard disk lock function works with the built-in hard disk. It does not work with the external hard disk.
  • Page 41 Security Measures ® Using Intel Identity Protection Technology (Intel ® Intel IPT is a function built into the PCs with the 2nd generation Intel processor family mounted. With Intel Time Password can perform two-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access. Thus, stronger authentication is enabled. To use Intel vice provider is required.

  • Page 42: Battery Power

    Battery Power Battery Indicator Battery indicator: Battery indicator Not lit The battery pack is not inserted or not being charged. Orange Charging is in progress. Green The battery is fully-charged. Blinking green In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80% temperature mode ( The remaining battery is approximately 9% or less.

  • Page 43: Checking The Remaining Battery Charge

    Battery Power Checking the Remaining Battery Charge You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen. (After logging on to Windows) Press When the battery pack is inserted (example) : Normal temperature mode : High temperature mode (below) When the battery pack is not inserted NOTE The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the cases as below.
  • Page 44 Battery Power NOTE Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal temperature mode. After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the remaining battery capacity will not be displayed correctly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged.
  • Page 45 Battery Power Computer behavior with low battery The default settings are as follows. When the battery level becomes 10% [Low battery alarm] Displays a message that the battery level is low. ↓ Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not have the AC adaptor, exit the running programs and Windows, then confirm that the power indicator is off.
  • Page 46 You can also perform the battery recalibration with the following procedure. Restart the computer. Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup proce- dure. When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter.

  • Page 47: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery, replace with a new battery. CAUTION The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it.
  • Page 48 Battery Power To insert Insert the battery pack until it securely fits the connector. Close the cover until it clicks. Slide the latch (C) to the left to lock the cover. CAUTION Make sure the latch is securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you carry the computer.

  • Page 49: Customizing The Power Setting

    Customizing the Power Setting You can choose the optimum power setting for your operating condition by selecting a power plan. You can also create your own power plan. Changing the Power Plan Setting Click on the notification area and click [More power options]. Click [Change plan settings] of the power plan you want to change.

  • Page 50: Pc Card / Expresscard

    PC Card / ExpressCard You can insert the following cards. ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 to the ExpressCard slot (A) (Only for model with ExpressCard slot) PC Card Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm) to the PC Card slot (B) For model with Smart Card slot ( NOTE The following types of card are not supported:...
  • Page 51 PC Card / ExpressCard NOTE <Only for model with Smart Card slot> The upper slot (D) is the PC Card slot, and the lower slot (E) is the Smart Card slot. Express Cards cannot be used. For how to insert/remove a Smart Card: ( To remove the card Disable the card function.
  • Page 52 PC Card / ExpressCard To connect peripheral devices (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.) using a PC Card or an ExpressCard, follow the steps below (one example). Connect the peripheral device to the card. Turn on the power of device. Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot. Windows XP: standby...

  • Page 53: Sd Memory Card

    To format the SD Memory Card on this computer, do not use [Format] of Windows, but use the SD Memory Card format software. You can download the software from the web site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/sd/download/ sd_formatter.html To use the SD Memory Card on other devices, format the card on the devices. For further information, refer to the instruc- tion manual of the devices.

  • Page 54: Inserting/Removing The Sd Memory Card

    Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect.

  • Page 55: Remove The Card

    SD Memory Card To remove the card Preparation Save the data and close all applications. Open the cover and confirm the SD Memory Card indicator Disable the card function. Click on the notification area and click Select the card. Double-click on the notification area and click [Secure Digital Storage Device], then click [Stop].

  • Page 56: Smart Card

    Smart Card <Only for model with Smart card slot> You need additional software to use a Smart card. You can insert the following cards. PC Card Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm) to the PC Card slot (A) Smart Card to the Smart Card slot (B) CAUTION Do not:...
  • Page 57 Smart Card To remove the card Open the cover and draw the card straight out.

  • Page 58: Ram Module

    RAM module specifications: 204 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.5 V, DDR3 SDRAM, PC3-10600 (For information of RAM module compatibility, contact Panasonic Technical Support.) CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be affected even by static electricity from the human body.
  • Page 59 RAM Module Insert/Remove the RAM module. To insert Tilt the module slightly and insert it in the slot. Press down the module so that the right and left hooks (C) are locked. To remove Carefully open the right and left hooks (C). The module will rise.

  • Page 60: Port Replicator / Car Mounter

    Port Replicator / Car Mounter You can use an optional port replicator and a car mounter. These devices free you from being bothered by a lot of cable connections when you carry the computer. They also allow you to connect various peripherals. Connect the port replicator or the car mounter to the expansion bus connector (A) on the bottom side of the computer.

  • Page 61: External Display

    External Display You can switch the output destination to an external analog display. Connect the external display to the external display port (VGA) (A). Switching the Display Mode Press Click the Display mode. Press Each time you press the key combination: Internal LCD Simultaneous display NOTE...
  • Page 62 External Display When you use the simultaneous display, DVD-Video, MPEG files and other motion image files may not be played back smoothly. Carefully read the instruction manual of the external display. When connecting an external analog display that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards, select the display driver accordingly in the following menu, or use the driver disc supplied with the monitor.

  • Page 63: To Change The Display Settings

    External Display Right-click the desktop, and click [Graphics Properties]. ® [Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel] screen appears. Click [Multiple Displays]. Select [Extended Desktop] in [Operating Mode]. Make the settings for [Primary Display] and [Second Display]. Click [Apply]. Click [OK]. To Change the Display Settings Right-click the desktop, and click [Graphics Properties].
  • Page 64 External Display To switch left (primary device) and right (secondary device), once return the display to “notebook only”. Follow the steps below. Right-click the desktop and click [Graphics Options]. Click [Output To] - [Built-in Display]. Right-click the desktop and click [Graphics Options]. Click [Output To] - [Extended Desktop], and click [Monitor + Built-in Display] (the external display will be set to primary device) or [Built-in Display + Monitor] (the internal LCD will be set to primary device).

  • Page 65: To Remove The Usb Device

    USB Devices Connecting/Removing USB Devices To connect the USB device Open the cover and connect the USB device to one of the USB ports (A). For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the USB device. To remove the USB device Disable the USB device.
  • Page 66 USB Devices NOTE You may need to install the driver for the USB device. Follow the on-screen instructions or refer to the instruction man- ual of the USB device. You may need to install the driver again when connecting the device to another port. When a USB device is connected, sleep normally, remove the USB device and restart the computer.

  • Page 67: Ieee 1394 Devices

    IEEE 1394 Devices <Only for the model with IEEE 1394 interface> You can connect a digital video camcorder or other IEEE 1394 standard device to the computer. To connect IEEE 1394 device Turn on the computer and the IEEE 1394 device. Open the cover, and connect the IEEE 1394 device to the IEEE 1394 interface connector (A).

  • Page 68: Fingerprint Reader

    Fingerprint Reader <Only for model with Fingerprint Reader> NOTE Enrollment and authentication is unavailable to an extremely minority of people including those whose fingerprints give little data for personal identification. How to Use the Fingerprint Reader This section explains how your fingerprints are enrolled and authenticated. Slide your finger to the right or left.
  • Page 69 Fingerprint Reader CAUTION To protect the fingerprint sensor, be sure to close the cover when not using the fingerprint reader. We shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from your Fingerprint device or neglect of Fingerprint device use, or any data loss resulting from such developments as Fingerprint authentication device malfunctioning.

  • Page 70: Installation

    Fingerprint Reader Precautions Security Functions Fingerprint Authentication Technology does not guarantee complete authentication and individual identification. Please acknowledge we shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from the use of, or inability to use your Fingerprint device. The Fingerprint authentication method uses multiple fingerprints, encryption keys, credentials data and passwords.
  • Page 71 Fingerprint Reader When the “Protector Suite *.* has been successfully installed.” message appears, click [Finish]. At the confirmation message, click [Yes]. The computer restarts. Log on to Windows as an Administrator. The “Fingerprint software Icon” • If the icon does not appear, click NOTE Move Tablet PC Input Panel from upper right to the bottom right or bottom left .
  • Page 72 Fingerprint Reader • Enrollment to the hard disk All enrolled fingerprints are stored on the hard disk. Hardware protection of the user data is not possible, but multiple users can enroll their fingerprints. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE Enroll at least two fingers. Even if one of them is injured, you can use another one to access your account and secret data.
  • Page 73 If you have not done this, have enrolled your fingerprint using Protector Suite, and have already made Power-on Security effective, after step B, your fingerprint authentication will be necessary. Turn on or restart the computer. Press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer starts the startup procedure. Select the [Security] menu.

  • Page 74: Useful Information

    Fingerprint Reader Useful Information Backup The file described below is necessary for recovering the Fingerprint authentication data. Back up this file periodically in a safe location such as removable disk to avoid data loss resulting from some accidents. We recommend you to store the file in a removable disk or network drive because the benefit of Fingerprint authentication security can be reduced if you keep the file in the internal hard disk drive.

  • Page 75: Handling And Maintenance

    Fingerprint Reader Limitations in Use Password Bank limitations: The following web pages cannot be supported. Web pages which are created by the following technologies: • Web forms created on the fly using JavaScript. • Web forms which looks as one form (e.g. login field, password field), but internally created with two independent forms. •...
  • Page 76 Fingerprint Reader Disable Power-on Security Log on to Windows as an Administrator. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center]. Click [Identity] - [Status] - [Power-on security status]. Click [Edit], and remove the check mark from [Enable power-on security], and click [Apply]. Click [Identity] - [Power-on Password].

  • Page 77: Starting Over

    Make sure your fingerprint sensor is working. • Use the Tutorial wizard to verify that the fingerprint sensor works. If not, reboot and try again. If it still does not work, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Restore or create passport.
  • Page 78 Modem <Only for model with modem> Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION You cannot connect the modem to the following lines. • Interphone • Intercoms • ISDN Be sure to connect the telephone cable into the modem port, not into the LAN port. Use a surge protector since the modem may be damaged by a sudden high voltage surge that may occur in the event of a lightning strike.
  • Page 79 Modem Ring Resume Function The computer automatically resumes from sleep You will need software to keep the computer in idle state waiting for a phone call, and if you prefer, to turn the computer to sleep again afterward. For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the software application. To enable this function Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Windows Fax and Scan].
  • Page 80 Modem Click on the notification area and click [More power options] - [Change when the computer sleeps]. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]. Set the expected communication time for the sleep NOTE This function does not work when the computer is off or in hibernation.

  • Page 81: Connecting Lan

    Connecting LAN CAUTION Do not connect the telephone cable to the LAN port. Turn off the computer. Do not use sleep or hibernation. Open the cover, and connect the cable. Connect the LAN port (A) and the network system (server, HUB, etc.) using a LAN cable.
  • Page 82 Enabling the Power On by LAN function The computer automatically turns from off to on when the computer is accessed from the network server via the internal LAN port. Select [Allow] in [Power On by LAN] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility page 108).

  • Page 83: Enabling/Disabling The Wake Up From Wired Lan Function

    Enabling/Disabling the Wake Up from wired LAN function When the Wake Up from wired LAN function is enabled, the computer automatically resumes from sleep when the computer is accessed from the network server via the internal LAN port. (Default setting) The Wake Up from wired LAN function can be switched to enable/disable by performing the following procedure.

  • Page 84: Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication <Only for model with wireless LAN, wireless WAN, and/or Bluetooth> There are several ways of disabling and enabling wireless communication. The wireless switch on the left side of the computer (below) Wireless Switch Utility ( page Settings in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( Setting in the Wireless Connection Disable Utility ( Settings in the Network and Sharing Center ( NOTE...
  • Page 85 Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication To check the wireless communication status Click on the notification area and place the cursor over the Wireless Switch Utility icon ( A tool tip appears. Perform either of the following procedures. Double-click Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel PROSet Wireless] - [WiFi Connection Utility]. NOTE If you uninstall the Wireless Switch Utility, set the wireless switch to ON beforehand.

  • Page 86: Wireless Switch Utility

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication Wireless Switch Utility This utility allows you to control the function of the wireless switch. This utility also allows you to enable or disable wireless devices from a pop-up menu. In the default setting, all wireless devices are enabled. The Wireless Switch Utility icon The icon appears when click on the notification area.

  • Page 87: Installing The Utility

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication Wireless Connection Disable Utility You can automatically disable the wireless LAN/wireless WAN connection when a LAN cable is connected to your computer. You need to install the Wireless Connection Disable Utility to use this function. Installing the utility Log on to Windows as an administrator.

  • Page 88: Status Indication

    Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication Status indication After installation, the Wireless Connection Disable Utility is automatically started after a user is logged in. An icon appears on the notification area. : Indicates that • the utility is enabled, and • the wireless connection is disabled since a LAN cable is connected. : Indicates that •...

  • Page 89: Using The Wireless Lan Function

    Wireless LAN <Only for model with wireless LAN> CAUTION Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect devices. Follow the instructions of airline companies and hospitals. If you use the computer in these locations, turn off the wire- less LAN.
  • Page 90 Wireless LAN Right-click [Wireless Network Connection] and click [Enable]. • A standard user needs to enter an administrator password. • When [Disable] is displayed, [Wireless Network Connection] is already enabled. Turn on wireless LAN in the Wireless Switch Utility ( NOTE You can use the following procedure instead of turning on wireless LAN in the Wireless Switch Utility.
  • Page 91 Wireless LAN Click on the notification area, click [Open Network and Sharing Center] - [Set up a connection or net- work] - [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next]. Input necessary information and add check marks for [Start this connection automatically] and [Connect even if the network is not broadcasting] and click [Next].
  • Page 92 Wireless LAN Enabling/Disabling the Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a (802.11a) Click on the notification area and click Click [802.11a Enabled] or [802.11a Disabled]. NOTE In some countries, communication using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN) standard is restricted by law. The Wireless Switch Utility icon ( setting of IEEE802.11a.

  • Page 93: Using The Bluetooth Function

    Bluetooth <Only for model with Bluetooth> You can access internet and other Bluetooth devices without connecting cables. NOTE Communication is established through the Bluetooth antenna (A). Do not block the antenna area with your hand or body. To use Bluetooth, set [Bluetooth] to [Enabled] (default) in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 109).

  • Page 94: Wireless Wan

    Wireless WAN <Only for model with wireless WAN > This computer is equipped with the Wireless WAN enabling you to communicate using radio frequencies. Inserting/Removing a SIM Card Before using the Wireless WAN, set a SIM card to the SIM card slot. CAUTION Be sure to shut down the computer before inserting or removing the SIMcard.
  • Page 95 Wireless WAN To insert a SIM card Turn off the computer. Open the cover. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with the contact side facing downward and with the cut corner oriented as shown in the illustration. CAUTION Do not insert the SIM card upside down.
  • Page 96 Wireless WAN To remove a SIM card Open the cover. Push the card. It will come out of the slot a little bit. Pull the card all the way out. Close the cover. Wireless WAN Manager When is displayed on the desktop, you can use application software compatible with the built-in wireless WAN. For the using method of the application software, see on-line help using the following operation.

  • Page 97: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive <Only for model with Hard Disk Drive> Inserting/Removing the Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. CAUTION Back up all the important data before removing the hard disk drive. If you need to read the hard disk data on another computer for repair or any other purpose, set [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( Carefully remove/insert the hard disk drive since the hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to shock.

  • Page 98: Insert The Battery Pack

    Hard Disk Drive Pull the tab (B) of the hard disk drive and slide it out of the slot. To insert Insert the hard disk drive until it surely fits in the slot. Close the cover until it clicks, and slide the latch (C) to the left to lock the cover. Insert the battery pack ( Windows XP: standby CAUTION...
  • Page 99 Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer] Add the check mark for [Disable the automatic save function for management information history] in [Hard Disk Status]. • To restore the original settings, remove the check mark from [Disable the automatic save function for management information history].
  • Page 100 Flash Memory Drive Disabling auto-defragment Windows automatically processes “defragment” to speed up in accessing files, etc. However, this process is not always necessary because you can access files at high speed even if they are decentrally-saved in the flash memory. Also, we recommend disabling auto-defragment because reducing the number of writing times is effec- tive to use the flash memory for a long period of time.
  • Page 101 The time required to display the Windows boot screen will become shorter. Since the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, press and hold F2 or Del and turn the computer on to start the Setup Utility.
  • Page 102 Quick Boot Manager Boot training By using this function, Windows learns reading files on boot to shorten the boot time. To start this function, perform the following procedure. If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedure, input the Supervisor Password or the User Password of Setup Utility.

  • Page 103: Starting The Setup Utility

    Starting the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer starts the startup procedure. When [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When you start the Setup Utility with Supervisor Password You can make the settings of all items of the Setup Utility.

  • Page 104: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language Product Information Model No. Serial No. System Information Processor Type Processor Speed Memory Size Available Memory Hard Disk BIOS Information BIOS BIOS Configuration Embedded Controller Intel(R) ME Firmware Accumulative Operating Time Access Level When the mounted memory capacity is 4 When the mounted memory capacity is more than 4 or less, Available Memory is 2 , Available Memory is 8...
  • Page 105 Setup Utility Main Menu System Date • Day of the Week/Month/Day/Year. • You can use Tab to move the cursor. System Time • 24-hr. style. • You can use Tab to move the cursor. Main Configuration Touch Pad Touchscreen Mode •...
  • Page 106 Setup Utility Environment Current Status • Only when [Environment] is set to [Auto]. Concealed Mode Configuration The submenu that appears when [Concealed Mode Configuration] is selected: Concealed Mode LCD Backlight • Can be changed only when [Concealed Mode] is set to [Enabled]. •...

  • Page 107: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu CPU Configuration The submenu that appears when [CPU Configuration] is selected: Execute-Disable Bit Capability • [Enabled] indicates that this computer supports hardware-based Data Execution Prevention (DEP). Intel (R) Hyper Threading Technology Core Multi-Processing Intel (R) Virtualization Technology Intel(R) VT-d Intel (R) Trusted ExecutionTechnology •...
  • Page 108 Setup Utility Serial Port B I/O IRQ • Can be changed only when [Serial Port B] is set to [Enabled]. • Only for model with GPS I/O IRQ • Only for model with GPS • Can be changed only when [GPS] is set to [Enabled]. HDD Controller Setting •...
  • Page 109 Setup Utility Wireless WAN • Only for model with wireless WAN Bluetooth • Only for model with Bluetooth Touchscreen ExpressCard Slot • Only for model with ExpressCard Slot PC Card Slot SD Slot IEEE1394 Port • Only for model with IEEE 1394 interface Smart Card •...
  • Page 110 The time required to display the Windows boot screen will become shorter. Since the [Panasonic] boot screen is not displayed, press and hold F2‚ or Del‚ and turn the computer on to start the Setup Utility.

  • Page 111: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Prompt • When [Setup Utility Prompt] is set to [Disabled], the message “Press F2 for Setup / F12 for LAN” is not displayed on [Panasonic] boot screen. However, F2 and F12 will work even if the message is not displayed.
  • Page 112 Setup Utility Embedded Security(TPM) • Only for model that supports TPM • For information on TPM, refer to the Installation Manual of “Trusted Platform Module (TPM)”. Click (Start), input “c:\util\drivers\tpm\readme.pdf” in [Search programs and files], and press Enter. Click [start] - [Run], input “c:\util\drivers\tpm\readme.pdf”, and click [OK]. Fingerprint Security •...
  • Page 113 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values and Reboot Reboot Without Saving Changes Save Options Save Current Values Load Previous Values Load Default Values Boot Override (Device Information) Repair Your Computer • Windows 7 only Diagnostic Utility To reboot the system after saving the changes. To reboot the system without saving the changes.

  • Page 114: Icon Enlarger

    Outlook Express. Some characters of website and e-mail may not be enlarged. Preparation Close all of the applications before using “Icon Enlarger”. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Select the size. Click [OK]. The screen will be displayed in the selected size.

  • Page 115: Loupe Utility

    Loupe Utility You can magnify the specific part of the screen. Activating the Loupe Utility Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility]. Click [OK]. appears on the notification area. If Using the Loupe Utility Point the cursor Press and hold , and right-click.
  • Page 116 Loupe Utility Setting the Loupe Utility Click on the notification area and right-click Click [Settings]. [Show/hide shortcuts assignment] When using the external mouse/touch pad Click [Mouse/Touch pad] Click a combination of Alt, Ctrl, and Shift, and add the check mark. (Multiple keys can be combined;...

  • Page 117: Hardware Diagnostics

    If it appears that the hardware installed in this computer is not operating properly, you can use the PC-Diagnostic Utility to determine whether or not there is a problem. If the utility discovers a problem in the hardware, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Software cannot be checked using this utility.
  • Page 118 Tap or click (right click cannot be used) Click (close) Internal keyboard operations Press Space, and then press (close) cannot be selected) Press Space above the icon Press Ctrl + Alt + Del page 84). while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-...
  • Page 119 At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The computer will restart. While [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed, press and hold appears at the bottom of the display. When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will automatically begin the diagnostic check for all hardware compo- nents.

  • Page 120: The Computer

    If the display is red and the message “Check Result TEST FAILED” is displayed, you can assume that there is a problem with the computer’s hardware. Confirm which hardware component is displayed as red, and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If the display is green and the message “Check Result TEST PASSED” is displayed, the computer’s hardware is operating normally.

  • Page 121: Hard Disk Backup/Restore Function

    This function creates a backup of the recent state of the hard disk. To return the factory default, use a recovery disc. page 124) Panasonic Corporation will bear no responsibility for any damage suffered (including loss of data) as a result of the use of this function. Creating a Backup of the Hard Disk Data To create a backup of the entire hard disk to another storage media (e.g., external hard disk).
  • Page 122 Before performing, you have to create a recovery disc ( Turn off the computer and connect the CD/DVD drive to the USB port ( Turn on the computer, and press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. • The Setup Utility starts up.
  • Page 123 • At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. • The computer will restart. Press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. • The Setup Utility starts up. • If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 124 Insert the CD/DVD drive to the USB Port ( Set a disc into the CD/DVD drive. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Recovery Disc Creation Utility]. If [User Account Control] is displayed, click [Yes]. Click [Next]. Select OS (32 bit or 64 bit).
  • Page 125 • Insert the disc correctly. • Check the disc condition. • Restart the computer and try to create a recovery disc again. • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. page 122). In this case, you can use the disc previously created with this utility.

  • Page 126: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recommend that you contact a company that specializes in this process. Panasonic Corporation will bear no responsibility for losses or damages suffered as a result of the use of this utility.

  • Page 127: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network Connections and Communications Software Close the communications software before using the power saving function. If the power saving function (sleep nection may be interrupted, or the performance may be adversely affected. In this case, restart the computer. In a network environment, set [Never] for [Put the computer to sleep] and [Hibernate after] ( In a network environment, set the [System standby] and [System hibernates] settings to [Never].

  • Page 128: Serial Devices

    Technical Information Serial Devices The COM ports of the computer are assigned as below. COM1 : Serial Port A COM2 : Serial Port B (Port replicator COM3 : GPS Optional If you change the assignment, the serial devices may not work properly. /Car mounter...

  • Page 129: Error Message

    Error Message Follow the instructions below when an error message appears. If the problem persists or if the error message is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Error Message Bad System CMOS System CMOS Checksum Error Invalid Year. System date restored to 01/01/20XX Press <F2>...

  • Page 130: Troubleshooting (Advanced)

    Refer to the following instructions when a problem occurs. If the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. For a software problem, refer to the instruction manual of the software. • To check the computer’s usage status ( Shut Down Cannot shut down or restart Windows.
  • Page 131 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Sleep or Hibernation Cannot enter sleep or hibernation automatically. The computer does not resume. Windows XP: standby Sound No sound. Distorted sound. Cannot change the volume by press- ing Fn + F5 or Fn + F6. Disconnect peripheral devices. If you connect to a network using wireless LAN function, select the profile and connect to the access point ( page...
  • Page 132 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Sound Can not record with microphone When logging on (e.g., resuming the computer), audio is distorted. “There was an error updating the reg- istry” appears when Sound Recorder is started. Use a condenser microphone. Some settings may have to be made depending on the microphone. When using a monaural microphone with a 2-terminal plug: Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Sound] -...
  • Page 133 Cannot use the keyboard in the Tablet mode. Windows XP: [start] Display Rotation The display angle does not change automatically when switching Laptop mode and Tablet mode. Cannot rotate the display. The operations of touch pad and touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) do not match the rotation angle.
  • Page 134 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Network Cannot connect to a network. Cannot check the computer’s MAC address. Windows XP: [start] Wireless Communication (only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN) Cannot connect to a network. Set [LAN], or [LAN] and [Modem] to [Enabled] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 108).
  • Page 135 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Wireless Communication (only for model with wireless LAN/wireless WAN) Access point is not detected. <Only for model with wireless WAN> Cannot communicate. <Only for model with wireless WAN> Cannot connect to the mobile broad- band network. Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the detection again.

  • Page 136: Connecting Peripherals

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals An error occurs while installing the driver. A peripheral device does not work. The connected mouse does not work. When you install a driver of card or peripheral device, make sure that the driver is compatible with the operating system. If it is not compatible, malfunction may occur.
  • Page 137 The Serial Port B of the port replicator or the car mounter does not work. The operation is confirmed by Panasonic CF-VFDU03U USB floppy disk drive (optional). Connect the floppy disk drive directly to a USB port of the computer. Do not connect it via a USB hub or USB connector of the port replicator or the car mounter.
  • Page 138 Turn on the printer and connect it to the computer, and then restart the computer. Check the network connection if the printer is connected via network. You can check the GPS status in the Dashboard for Panasonic PC. Lauch [GPS Viewer] ( page Try the following settings.

  • Page 139: Touch Pad / Touchscreen (Only For Model With Touchscreen) / Dual Touch (Only For Model With Dual Touch)

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) Touch Pad / Touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) / Dual Touch (only for model with dual touch) The cursor does not work. Cannot input using the touch pad. Cannot point the correct position using the included stylus/digitizer pen. <Only for model with touchscreen>...

  • Page 140: Pc Card / Expresscard (Only For Model With Expresscard Slot)

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) PC Card / ExpressCard (only for model with ExpressCard slot) A card does not work. SD Memory Card Cannot use an SD Memory Card. Smart Card (only for model with Smart Card slot) Cannot use a Smart Card. Insert the card correctly.

  • Page 141: Fingerprint Reader (Only For Model With Fingerprint Reader)

    The fingerprint sensor may be malfunctioning when it continues to perform poorly after the steps described above have been performed. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Exported passport can help you if you need to replace the sensor. • Log on to Windows as an Administrator.
  • Page 142 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fingerprint Reader (only for model with Fingerprint Reader) User cannot use enrolled finger. (e.g. injury) TPM failure. It is strongly recommended to enroll at least two fingers to avoid this problem. If you enrolled multiple fingers, simply use other finger. If you only enrolled one finger that can be used, we recommend to use the [Manage Fingerprints] wiz- ard and enroll additional fingerprints.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fingerprint Reader (only for model with Fingerprint Reader) Replacing sensor. Protector Suite reinstallation. Lost [File Safe] backup password. Accessing [File Safe] after Protector Suite uninstallation. Accessing [File Safe] after computer crash. If you need to replace a non-functioning fingerprint reader, follow this procedure.

  • Page 144: Fast User Switching Function

    Troubleshooting (Advanced) Fingerprint Reader (only for model with Fingerprint Reader) Removing data from the reader. “Lift Finger” is displayed during opera- tion. Windows XP: [start] Fast User Switching Function Some applications do not work prop- erly. When enrollment to the device is used, passport data is stored to the device. To remove it, go to the [Delete user data] passport wizard and delete existing passports.
  • Page 145 Troubleshooting (Advanced) Others No response. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application. An input screen (e.g., password input screen at startup) may be hidden behind another window. Use Alt + Tab to check. Shut down by sliding and holding the power switch for 4 seconds or longer, and turn on the computer and open the application again.

  • Page 146: Checking The Computer's Usage Status

    Depending on your network environment, it may take 1 minute to start the PC Information Viewer. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer]. Select the item to display the detailed information. To save the information as a text file Display the information you want to save.
  • Page 147 Alternatively you can save a copy of the screen in the following procedure. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy]. NOTE The image is a bitmap file in 256 colors. When using the extended desktop ( The default key combination to copy is Ctrl + Alt + F7.
  • Page 148 • 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. • Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Panasonic Corporation. ®...

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