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Panasonic Toughbook CF-29LCQGCBM Reference Manual

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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    Reference Manual Personal Computer CF-29 Series Model No. We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

  • Page 2: Read Me First

    Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand. If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual.
  • Page 3 Read Me First About Display Mode Internal LCD (Notebook) External Display (Monitor) Simultaneous display (Intel(R) Dual Display Clone) Extended Desktop The terminology in ( ) is the one used in [Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS, 910GML Express Chipset Family Properties]. To display [Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS, 910GML Express Chipset Family Properties]: Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) GMA Driver for Mobile].

  • Page 4: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION NOTE Fn+F1 Fn+F2 Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations quickly one after another. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) or other keys.
  • Page 5 Key Combinations Fn+F3 Functions 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 CAUTION Do not press another key until the display destination has been completely switched. Do not press this key combination in the following conditions.
  • Page 6 Key Combinations Fn+F4 Fn+F5 Fn+F6 Fn+F7 Functions Speaker on/off switch Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack. NOTE Turning off the speaker will also turn off the warning beep. Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be turned off.
  • Page 7 Key Combinations Fn+F9 Fn+F10 Functions Remaining capacity of the battery pack Pressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen. Forcing the hibernation function Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and puts the computer into hibernation mode.
  • Page 8 This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously. Popup windows display ON/OFF Run the Hotkey Settings. Select [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 9 Key Combinations NOTE If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep. " Select [OK]. Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings. " indicates any function key from...

  • Page 10: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Power status Battery pack status Caps Lock NumLk (Numeric key) ScrLk (Scroll lock) Multimedia pocket device status Hard disk drive status Not lit Power off / Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode page 38 This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non- shifted input is capitalized.
  • Page 11 LED Indicators Power status of the multimedia pocket SD Memory Card status MP is the abbreviation for Multimedia Pocket. This indicator lights when power is supplied to a device in the multimedia pocket. It is not lit when a second battery pack is installed in the multimedia pocket.

  • Page 12: Touch Pad

    Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations. Moving the Cursor Tapping/Clicking Double-Tapping/Double- Clicking Dragging A. Work Surface (Touch Pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button Function tapping To right-click: click with the right button. double-tapping Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work surface.
  • Page 13 Touch Pad Scroll Scroll a document. The movements will differ depending on the application. NOTE When you want to use an external mouse through the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator (optional) When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions (e.g., wheel function) is connected, a part or all of the additional functions may fail to operate.
  • Page 14 Touch Pad NOTE Select [No, not this time], then select [Next]. Select [Install from a list or specific location] and select [Next]. Select [Don't search. I will choose driver to install.], then select [Next]. Select [PS/2 Compatible Mouse], then select [Next]. At the confirmation message, select [Yes].
  • Page 15 Touch Pad When you want to re-enable the Touch Pad and touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) NOTE If you performed the operation under the "Note" on page 14 when using the external mouse or trackball, perform the following steps described below.
  • Page 16 Touch Pad <Only for models with touchscreen> Handling the Touch Pad By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip 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).
  • Page 17 Touchscreen Only for models with touchscreen Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus (included). If the cursor cannot be pointed correctly with the stylus, perform [Calibration]. The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).
  • Page 18 Select on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. , select to return to...

  • Page 19: Configuring The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. NOTE Display [Mouse Properties] screen. Double-click on the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]. A.
  • Page 20 Touchscreen Handling the Touchscreen Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips or hard objects for screen operations. Do not place any object on the 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).

  • Page 21: Panasonic Hand Writing

    If a commercially-available pointing device (e.g., mouse) driver is installed and overwrites the driver of the touch pad, Panasonic Hand Writing will no longer work. Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Panasonic Hand Writing is in use. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Panasonic Hand Writing], or double-click Draw a character or figure.
  • Page 22 Press the left button of the touch pad to end Touch Pad mode. When not using Touch Pad mode Drag across the Panasonic Hand Writing window to draw a character or figure. page 12 Touch Pad mode will be cancelled when operating any of the followings operations.

  • Page 23: Standby/Hibernation Functions

    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. Upon 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 24 Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the display ( From the shutdown screen • Standby • Hibernation Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used. Precautions Be sure to save all data. When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is opened, close the file.
  • Page 25 Standby/Hibernation Functions Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following conditions. You may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly. •...

  • Page 26: Using The Power Switch

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch CAUTION When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination sound. Setting Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my computer], and then select [OK].

  • Page 27: Using The Display

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Display CAUTION Resuming Operation CAUTION Do not perform the following settings when the multimedia pocket device needs to be inserted or removed. ( page Setting Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer], and then select [OK].

  • Page 28: Open The Display

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch Using the Display When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( • Closing or opening the display. • Shutting down or restarting Windows. •...

  • Page 29: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. You do not want the settings in the Setup Utility to be changed You do not want your computer to be used without permission You do not want data stored on the hard disk to be read or data to be written to the hard disk and/or you want to prevent loss of data...
  • Page 30 [Yes], then press Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
  • Page 31 Security Measures Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling) NOTE CAUTION When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password cannot be set. Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( To disable the User Password, start up the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. Run the Setup Utility.
  • Page 32 Security Measures NOTE When you do not want your computer to be used without permission When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], it is impossible to start the computer without the password. NOTE Setting the Password on boot (enabling, disabling) Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 33 Security Measures Starting Up When the Password on boot is Set The screen shown at left is displayed. Enter your password When the correct password is input, the computer will start. When three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute, the computer will power off.
  • Page 34 Select [Disable] and press Enter. Press and select [Yes], then press To change your hard disk drive • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. • Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable]. Enter Enter...
  • Page 35 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk Disabling the floppy disk operation makes it impossible to read and write a floppy disk and to start the computer from a floppy disk. This can prevent data from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally using a floppy disk.

  • Page 36: Computing On The Road

    Computing on the Road Saving Power One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points •...
  • Page 37 Select on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the battery pack. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. page...

  • Page 38: Battery Power

    Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective. Battery Status...
  • Page 39 Battery Power Blinking orange Blinking green and orange alternately When the AC adaptor is connected. Only for the main battery pack. In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal temperature mode is displayed as [100%]. NOTE Battery Indicator Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal...
  • Page 40 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power NOTE Press to check the remaining battery power on the screen (after logging on to Windows). When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) : normal temperature mode ( : high temperature mode ( When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Left: The remaining power of the main battery.
  • Page 41 Battery Power About High Temperature Mode This computer has a high temperature mode function that prevents the deterioration of the battery in high-temperature environments or when using the fully charged battery pack for a long period of time. To use the high temperature mode function, set [Environment] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility to [Auto] mal temperature mode is selected automatically depending on the battery status (the internal temperature of the battery pack, etc.) or usage condition (when the AC adaptor has been...
  • Page 42 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to Above settings can be changed. [Low battery alarm] Displays a message indicating the low battery level. Charge your battery. Connect the AC adaptor immediately.
  • Page 43 Battery Power Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity (Battery Recalibration) The battery pack has a function 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. This procedure should be performed once after you purchase the computer.

  • Page 44: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Recalibration can also be performed by following the procedure below. Restart the computer. Press F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed a few moments after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter.

  • Page 45: Remove The Battery Pack

    Battery Power CAUTION 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. The battery pack is not charged when it is first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time.

  • Page 46: Insert The Battery Pack

    Battery Power CAUTION Pull the tab (C) on the battery pack and remove it from the computer. Insert the battery pack. Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place. Close the cover until it clicks into place. Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

  • Page 47: Multimedia Pocket

    Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devices. Floppy disk drive CD-ROM drive (Optional) DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (Optional) DVD MULTI drive (Optional) Second battery pack (Optional) NOTE Inserting/Removing the Multimedia Pocket Device CAUTION Except when using a second battery pack Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.

  • Page 48: Removing The Device

    Multimedia Pocket Removing the Device Disable the multimedia pocket device function. Double-click on the taskbar. Select the multimedia pocket device and then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. Confirm that indicators are not lit. This step is not necessary under the following conditions. When removing the multimedia pocket device after the computer is turned off When is not displayed...

  • Page 49: Inserting The Device

    Multimedia Pocket CAUTION Inserting the Device Insertion can be carried out with the power on. NOTE Handle the device as shown (holding both sides). Otherwise, the device may be damaged. Also, do not apply excessive downward force on the device. Gently insert the device with the plastic side (A) on top into the multimedia pocket by pushing on both corners until it is firmly in place.
  • Page 50 Multimedia Pocket Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port (A), by using an optional FDD cable (CF-VCF271). In the Operating Instructions for the FDD cable (CF-VCF271), directions are given to turn the power off before connecting the floppy disk drive by using the cable, but with this computer, the floppy disk drive can be attached or removed while the power is on.
  • Page 51 PC Cards Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm): Two cards can be used simultaneously. Type III (10.5 mm): One card can be used only in the slot 1.

  • Page 52: Inserting A Pc Card

    PC Cards Inserting/Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card CAUTION Removing a PC Card CAUTION Open the cover by sliding the latch (C) to the right. Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place. Refer to the operating instructions of each card on how to insert the card. When using PC Cards to connect peripheral devices (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install the devices following the procedure below (one example).
  • Page 53 PC Cards Disable the card function. Double-click on the taskbar. Select the PC Card, then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. This step is not necessary under the following conditions. When removing the card after the computer is turned off When is not displayed When the card to be removed does not appear in the list under step...

  • Page 54: Sd Memory Card

    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 instruction manual for that device.
  • Page 55 After resuming from standby or hibernation mode, do not access the SD Memory Card for about 30 seconds. Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect.

  • Page 56: Inserting The Card

    SD Memory Card Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Inserting the Card CAUTION Open the cover by sliding the latch (A) to the right. Insert the SD Memory Card firmly with the label side facing up and with the cut corner in front. Make sure you insert the card in the proper direction.

  • Page 57: Removing The Card

    SD Memory Card Removing the Card CAUTION Do not remove a card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Save important data and close each application. Confirm the SD Memory Card indicator Disable the card function. Double-click on the taskbar.

  • Page 58: Sd Memory Card Security Function

    SD Memory Card Security Function For the SD Memory Card security function, you can configure and insert an SD Memory Card instead of entering a password for following cases. Set the SD Memory Card Windows logon screen appears To use when starting the computer: Set the Supervisor Password in the Setup Utility ( the configuration procedure.
  • Page 59 [OK]. Start the SD Card Setup program. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD Memory Card has not been inserted, the following message appears: [Set the SD card in place]. Insert an SD Memory Card and select [Retry].
  • Page 60 SD Memory Card Security Function Select the SD Memory Card setting method (A). [Leave set] When [Leave set] is selected, leaving the SD Memory Card set serves as a substitute for inputting the password. (The card may be removed after the computer or Windows is started.) [Set and eject] When [Set and eject] is selected, setting and ejecting the SD Memory Card serves as a substitute for inputting the password.
  • Page 61 SD Memory Card Security Function To use when logging on to Windows The Windows logon user name and password set in [Control Panel] are registered in the SD Memory Card. After making this setting, the following functions will be disabled. Displaying the Welcome screen The Fast User Switching function Remote desktop connection...
  • Page 62 SD Memory Card Security Function If [Set and eject] was selected as the setting method: Insert the SD Memory Card, then eject it after you hear a beep indicating card recognition. (When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination Fn+F4, there will be no beep sound.) If [Leave set] was selected as the setting method: Insert the SD Memory Card.
  • Page 63 SD Memory Card Security Function Start the SD Card Setup program. ( The current settings will be displayed. Change the settings or configure another SD Card. A. Setting for this computer You can change the settings registered in this computer. [Use the SD card when starting the computer] This setting can also be changed on the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility.

  • Page 64: Restart The Computer

    SD Memory Card Security Function [Use when logging on to Windows] • If you add the check mark This SD Memory Card can be used when logging on to Windows. • If you remove the check mark The user name and password will be erased from the SD Memory Card and the card will no longer be usable when logging on to Windows.
  • Page 65 SD Memory Card Security Function If the function fails to operate correctly The computer does not respond properly when you insert the SD Memory Card. Remove the card and wait a few seconds, then reinsert it. Or, enter the password. The SD Memory Card indicator Enter the password through the keyboard without removing the SD Memory Card.

  • Page 66: Ram Module

    RAM module specifications: 200 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.8 V, DDR2 SDRAM, PC2-3200 (For information on the RAM modules that can be used, contact Panasonic Technical Support.) CAUTION Inserting/Removing the RAM Module CAUTION If the second battery pack is inserted in the multimedia pocket, remove it, too.
  • Page 67 RAM Module Turn the computer over and remove the screws (A), then remove the cover (B). Insert/Remove RAM module. Inserting the RAM module Slide in the module at an angle. Press the module down until the right and left hooks lock into place. Removing the RAM module Gently open the left and right hooks (F).
  • Page 68 RAM Module NOTE Put the cover back in place, then fasten the screws. Insert the battery pack. ( If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the main unit memory and RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility page 101).

  • Page 69: Port Replicator

    When using a USB 2.0 device, connect the device to the USB port of the computer. The AC Adaptor (CF-AA1653A) included with the computer cannot be used for the port replicator. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When the expansion bus connector is not in use, be sure to close the cover until the...

  • Page 70: Setting Port Replicator

    Port Replicator Setting the Port Replicator The serial port B of the port replicator cannot be used with the default settings. To be able to use the serial port B of the port replicator, be sure to follow the steps below. Run the Setup Utility.

  • Page 71: External Display

    External Display NOTE Power off your computer. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not use the standby or hibernation function. Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your computer. Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer. Change the display destination.

  • Page 72: Extended Desktop

    External Display Extended Desktop With Extended Desktop, you can use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain. You can also drag a window from the internal LCD to the external display. To use Extended Desktop; When changing the display destination after Windows has started, do not press any keys or slide the power switch until the display destination has changed completely.
  • Page 73 External Display The pop-up window displayed by the Fn key combination is shown only on the primary device. You cannot switch the display destination by pressing Fn+F3. Do not change this setting using other procedures. The window may not be displayed properly.

  • Page 74: Control Panel

    External Display Desktop again, move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop. Manually shut off the power to the external display when not in use. Wallpaper: Change the setting for the wallpaper. Icons: Right-click on the desktop, and select [Arrange Icons By] - [Auto Arrange].
  • Page 75 Printer A printer can be connected to the parallel port (A) or the USB port ( NOTE Before connecting a printer, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the printer exists. Once a screen to install a driver is displayed, the multimedia pocket device cannot be recognized even if it is properly installed.

  • Page 76: Usb Devices

    USB Devices Connecting/Removing USB devices Connecting USB devices NOTE Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) or (B) 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 77: Removing Usb Devices

    USB Devices Removing USB devices CAUTION When USB devices are connected, power consumption increases (Max. rated current for per connector is 500 mA.). Remove USB devices when not in use, especially when operating on battery power. After connecting the USB device to one port and installing the driver, it may be necessary to reinstall the driver when the device is connected to the other port.
  • Page 78 Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION NOTE 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 79 Modem Ring Resume Function With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches ON. This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications such as a FAX application.
  • Page 80 Modem To display the setting for [System standby], Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]. NOTE Concerning the setting for [System standby] • Consider the approximate communication time and then set [System standby]. If the time set for [System standby] elapses during communications, the communication may be cut off.
  • Page 81 When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend asking your system administrator or the person in charge of the network. Connecting LAN CAUTION CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port. Power off your computer.
  • Page 82 NOTE Wake up from LAN This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer on 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 CAUTION NOTE...
  • Page 83 The Wake up from LAN function will not operate under the following conditions: • When the computer has been shut down. • When the power switch is slid over for four seconds or longer to turn off the power (e.g., when the computer hangs). •...

  • Page 84: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN Only for models with wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections. Wireless LAN communication methods • Infrastructure mode • Ad hoc mode • This computer supports three standards: IEEE802.11a (802.11a), IEEE802.11b CAUTION NOTE For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions,...
  • Page 85 Wireless LAN Precautions 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. (see below) When using the wireless LAN function, there is a danger that data may be stolen from the hard disk, or that shared files may be accessed.
  • Page 86 Wireless LAN The Settings To use the wireless LAN, set the profile using the following procedure. The settings will vary for different network environments depending on the network system being used. For more details, ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network.
  • Page 87 Wireless LAN NOTE NOTE Select the profile you have set and select [Connect]. If the setting of the profile that is currently connected is changed, the new setting will not be enabled until you select the profile and then select [Connect]. is displayed, the computer is connecting to an access point.
  • Page 88 Wireless LAN Using Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a (802.11a) In some countries, communication using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN) standard is restricted by law. Comply with the laws in the country concerned. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Read Me First") To use 802.11a, you need to install a Wireless LAN Switch. You can also install a Wireless Switch Utility instead of the Wireless LAN Switch.
  • Page 89 Wireless LAN Using the Wireless LAN Switch If you have installed the Wireless Switch Utility, uninstall it beforehand. NOTE Installing Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. Close all applications. Select [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\wlansw\setup.exe] and then select [OK].
  • Page 90 Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN Switch icon ( LAN is on or off. The icon will not change even when 802.11a is enabled or disabled. 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 91 Wireless LAN Using the Wireless Switch Utility If you have installed either the Wireless LAN Switch and/or Bluetooth Switch (only for models with Bluetooth), uninstall them beforehand. NOTE Select [Wireless LAN ON] or [Wireless LAN OFF]. Check status of the wireless LAN and 802.11a Put the cursor over the Wireless LAN Switch icon Status of the wireless LAN and 802.11a will be displayed.
  • Page 92 Wireless LAN NOTE Enabling/Disabling 802.11a Select the Wireless Switch Utility icon To enable 802.11a: select [802.11a Enabled]. To disable 802.11a select [802.11a Disabled]. To use 802.11a, turn wireless LAN on. The Wireless Switch Utility icon ( LAN and Bluetooth (only for models with Bluetooth) are on or off. The icon will not change even when 802.11a is enabled or disabled.

  • Page 93: Turning On/Off Bluetooth

    Wireless LAN NOTE <For models with Bluetooth and without wireless LAN> Turning On/Off Bluetooth Press is displayed in the middle of the screen when Bluetooth is turned on. is displayed in the middle of the screen when Bluetooth is turned off. You can also turn on/off Bluetooth by following the procedure below.
  • Page 94 Wireless LAN You can change the action of Fn NOTE F8 following the procedure below. Select the Wireless Switch Utility icon ( [Settings]. The screen shown at left is displayed. B. [Selects the device for which to turn the device status on/off each time with the dialog box.] Pressing Fn F8 displays the screen (A) in step 1.
  • Page 95 Wireless LAN 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. Set the network to be accessed as [Device to device (Ad hoc)]. Set the network names to the same name.

  • Page 96: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Inserting/Removing the Hard Disk Drive CAUTION If the second battery pack is inserted in the multimedia pocket, remove it, too. Be sure to back up all important data before changing the hard disk drive.
  • Page 97 Hard Disk Drive CAUTION NOTE Pull the tab (C) on the hard disk drive and remove it from the computer. Inserting the hard disk drive Slide the hard disk drive inward until it is firmly in place. Close the cover, then lock it by sliding the latch as illustrated. Insert the battery pack.

  • Page 98: Setup Utility

    NOTE Turn on or restart the computer. Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password, and then press Enter. When the Setup Utility is started with Supervisor Password You can register all items of the Setup Utility.

  • Page 99: How To Use The Screen

    Setup Utility How to use the screen Accumulative Operating Time: X hours A. You can select menu items by moving the cursor with B. If there are several selectable items, you can choose the desired item by pressing . The color of the selected item will change. C.

  • Page 100: Key Operations

    Setup Utility Key Operations To display the corresponding "help" file (Press previous help page. Press F1 to return to the original screen.) To display [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 101: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language • Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility. Model No. Serial No. CPU Type CPU Speed BIOS Embedded Controller System Memory Primary Master Secondary Master • The device installed in the multimedia pocket is displayed. •...

  • Page 102: Main Menu

    Setup Utility Main Menu System Time • Time is shown in 24-hr. style. • Tab can be used to move hour/minute/second. Numerical values can be input directly from the keyboard or adjusted using F5 and F6. System Date • Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year. •...
  • Page 103 Setup Utility (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Current Status Depending on the • This item is displayed only when [Environment] is set to [Auto]. battery status, either "Normal Temperature" or "High Temperature" is displayed.

  • Page 104: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu NOTE Serial Port A • Select whether to use the [Serial Port A] ([Enable] or [Auto]) or not ([Disable]). I/O IRQ • This item is displayed only when [Serial Port A] is set to [Enable]. Serial Port B •...
  • Page 105 Setup Utility • This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] is set to [Enable]. • This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] is set to [Enable]. Modem • Select whether to use the internal modem function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]). (This does not work for the external modem.) •...

  • Page 106: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Security Menu NOTE Execute-Disable Bit Capability • When [Execute-Disable Bit Capability] is set to [Enable], it means that this computer supports hardware-based Data Execution Prevention (DEP). It should usually be set to [Enable]. DEP is a set of hardware and software technologies that perform additional checks on memory to help prevent malicious code from running on a system.
  • Page 107 Setup Utility Prompt • Select whether to display ([Enable]) or not to display ([Disable]) the message “Press F2 for Setup/F12 for LAN” shown on the bottom of the [Panasonic] boot screen that is displayed after starting this computer. Boot First Menu •...

  • Page 108: Boot Menu

    Excluded from boot order: The following drive can be used for startup as an alternative to the internal floppy disk drive. Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) Boot priority order Only the devices under [Boot priority order] can be booted.
  • Page 109 The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on, and Esc is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will appear. When the setting of [Boot] menu is changed, the selection screen display will also change.

  • Page 110: Exit Menu

    Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values • This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password. Load Previous Values Save Current Values Hard Disk Backup / Restore •...

  • Page 111: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network Connections and Communications Software If the power saving function (standby or hibernation mode) activates while communications software is being used, the network connection may be interrupted, or performance may be adversely affected. If this happens, restart the computer. Be sure to close the communications software before using the power saving function.

  • Page 112: Dmi Viewer

    Displayed information can be saved to a text file (.txt). Run the DMI Viewer and display the information you wish to save. Select [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. Select save method. To save the item that is displayed Select [Save Selected Data] from [File] menu.

  • Page 113: Icon Enlarger

    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 114: Loupe Utility

    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 115 Loupe Utility Enlarging a Part of the Screen NOTE Point the cursor to the place on the screen where you want to enlarge. Right-click while pressing Alt. The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged. You can also show the enlarged display by double-clicking or right-clicking and selecting [Show Loupe].
  • Page 116 Loupe Utility Set Loupe Utility Right-click on the taskbar. Select [Settings]. Changing the operation to show/hide the enlarged-display window Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged-display window by using an external mouse, touch pad, or keyboard. When using the external mouse/touch pad Select [Mouse / Touch pad](B).
  • Page 117 Loupe Utility To enlarge the display Right-click on the taskbar, and then select [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].

  • Page 118: List Of Error Codes

    ( If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. The date and time setting are incorrect. Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly.
  • Page 119 [Information] menu of the Setup Utility. ( 101) • If the hard disk is recognized, perform the • If not, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the Setup Utility and set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].

  • Page 120: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status (...
  • Page 121 If the message still appears even after trying the above measures, this may be an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When Windows is shut down during the Battery Recalibration procedure, if you select [Cancel] in the [End Program] screen, Windows shutdown is aborted.

  • Page 122: Entering Password

    Select [Tools] - [Check Now]. Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.
  • Page 123 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering on The power has not been turned off, but after a certain period of time, there is no display When the battery pack is used, the screen is darker than when the AC adaptor is connected The LCD brightness changes a number of times when the AC adaptor...
  • Page 124 In such cases, turn off the screensaver or try changing the pattern of the screensaver. Enter the Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support. page 113). page...

  • Page 125: Shutting Down

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Setup Utility [Advanced] and [Boot] menu cannot be registered Some items in [Security] menu cannot be registered F9 does not work Shutting Down Windows cannot be shut down or restarted Standby/Hibernation Function Unable to enter standby or hibernation mode Unable to automatically enter standby or hibernation mode...

  • Page 126: Battery Indicator

    Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective. In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the level that corre- sponds to an 80% charge for normal temperature mode.

  • Page 127: Networking: General

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: General Unable to connect to a network Cannot check the computer’s MAC address The following phenomena occur The LAN transmission speed slows down dramatically <Only for models with wireless LAN> Wireless LAN connection drops out Confirm that either [Modem], [LAN] or [Wireless LAN] (only for models with wireless LAN) is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility.

  • Page 128: Networking: Wireless Lan (Only For Models With Wireless Lan)

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Access point is not detected Confirm that the access point is powered on. 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 129 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Cannot communicate with the access point Communication speed decreases 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 130 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Communications with access point are cut off Unable to connect to a network Cannot communicate via an ADSL or cable modem Cannot set wireless LAN to [Enable] or [Disable] is not displayed (or has disappeared)

  • Page 131: Connecting Peripherals

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Cannot enable/disable IEEE802.11a using the Wireless Switch Utility Connecting Peripherals An error occurs while installing the driver Your peripheral does not work External mouse or trackball connected to the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator does not work If you have uninstalled Intel(R) PROSet/Wireless Software, log on to Windows...
  • Page 132 Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed. Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) can be used. Do not connect the floppy disk drive to the USB hub. Make sure [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.
  • Page 133 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals The device connected to the serial port does not work The Serial Port B of the port replicator does not work Unable to print Check the connection. Confirm that the device driver for the serial port works. Refer to the operating instructions of the device.

  • Page 134: Disk Operations

    [Battery (Windows XP Standard)] in [CPU Idle Setting], and return [Power schemes] in [Power Options] to [Portable/Laptop]. Are you using either the internal floppy disk drive or the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional)?

  • Page 135: Touch Pad / Touchscreen (Only For Models With Touchscreen)

    You cannot use a hard disk drive for which [Enable] has been selected in the [Hard Disk Lock] setting of the Setup Utility by another computer. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Try testing another drive or media.

  • Page 136: Sd Card Setup (Sd Memory Card Security Function)

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) SD Card Setup (SD Memory Card security function) Cannot use SD Memory Card security function Cannot log on with the SD Memory Card Sound The sound is not heard Volume does not change when Fn+F5 or Fn+F6 is pressed The audio is distorted When starting Sound Recorder, it displays the message: "There was an...
  • Page 137 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others No response Cannot start a network-used program, or cannot share files or printers Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application which is not responding. Is there an input screen hidden behind another window? Use Alt+Tab to check for other windows being displayed.
  • Page 138 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others Is it necessary to enable the Windows Firewall? When “Automatic Updates” is enabled, will all updates be downloaded (or installed)? Security Center warning function does not operate The Windows Firewall is a security function designed to protect your computer from unauthorized access via the Internet and other external networks.
  • Page 139 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others Problem with Web page display (no display; display is completely white; advertisements, logon, and other pop- ups are not displayed) Images in HTML e-mail messages are not displayed in Outlook Express Cannot read attachment file in Outlook Express (cannot save file) In Windows XP, security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web contents.
  • Page 140 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others The message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed This message is displayed by the “Security Center” function in Windows XP. The “Security Center” is a function that monitors the level of safety in Windows security settings in order to operate the computer safely, for example, with regard to antivirus measures.
  • Page 141 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others is displayed Some applications do not work prop- erly This message is displayed because the “Automatic Updates” setting in the “Security Center” is disabled or is not set. (Settings have not been made at the time of purchase.) “Automatic Updates”...
  • Page 142 You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status, and use this information when calling Panasonic Technical Support for advice. (If you have not logged on with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].) Displayed information can be saved to a text file (.txt).
  • Page 143 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure. Select [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 Ctrl+Alt+F8.
  • Page 144 • PS/2 is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. • Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective own companies.

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