Page 1: Reference Manual
Reference Manual Personal Computer CF-Y4 Series Model No. We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed. To magnify all the icon display (for example, etc. To magnify the one part of the screen display...
Page 2: Read Me First
Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items on your computer. This should make the explanations easier to understand. If a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual.
Page 3 Read Me First Illustrations and Terminology in this Reference Manual NOTE NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury. Enter This illustration means to press the Enter key. Fn+F5 This illustration means to press and hold the Fn key, then press the F5 key.
Page 4 Read Me First About Display Mode Internal LCD (Notebook) This computer's display External Display (Monitor) External display connected to this computer Simultaneous Display To display the same screen on both the LCD and (Intel(R) Dual Display Clone) external display Extended Desktop To use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain.
Page 5: Using The Touchpad
Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations. A. Work Surface (touch pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button Function Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface.
Page 6 Using the Touch Pad NOTE You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse buttons using [Mouse Properties] screen. To display [Mouse Properties]: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]. When the cursor doesn’t move the way you want it to Sensitivity when touching the touch pad can be adjusted.
Page 7 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. If a message appears indicating that the Touch Pad utility is not yet running, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility], and display the icon.
Page 8 Using the Touch Pad Display the scrollable screen. Place the cursor over the area that you want to scroll, and tap (click). Remove your finger from the pad, then place your finger in the appropriate area to begin scrolling (see figure below). The scroll direction and finger position on the touch pad can be changed using the settings in the Touch Pad utility.
Page 9 Using the Touch Pad Trace a circle around the touch pad without lifting your finger from the pad. The scroll direction can be changed using [Reverse the direction of the vertical scrolling] or [Reverse the direction of the horizontal scrolling] in the Touch Pad utility.
Page 10 7, Step If a message appears indicating that the Touch Pad utility is not yet running, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility], and display the icon. Change the settings. General settings...
Page 11 Using the Touch Pad Display icon in task tray If you add a checkmark, the icon will be displayed in the (On/Off) notification area. Animated icon in task If you add a checkmark, the icon displayed when you tray (On/Off) touch the area to begin scrolling, and the icon displayed while you are scrolling, will change.
Page 12 Using the Touch Pad Reverse the direction of You can change the direction in which the screen scrolls the horizontal scrolling when you trace the touch pad clockwise from the position where you begin scrolling. • When checkmark is added: Scroll left •...
Page 13 Using the Touch Pad Using the Virtual Scrolling Function Set the Virtual Scrolling function using the following procedure. The Touch Pad utility will be disabled. Click the icon on the notification area, and click [Settings]. When the icon is not displayed: page 7, step Remove a checkmark from [Use Touch Pad function] in [General set-...
Page 14 Click [Virtual Scrolling], remove a checkmark from [Enable vertical scrolling] and [Enable horizontal scrolling], then click [OK]. Click [OK] at [Mouse Properties]. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Click [General settings], add a checkmark for [Use Touch Pad function], then click [OK].
Page 15 Using the Touch Pad Adjusting the Sensitivity when Touching the Touch Pad Adjust [PalmCheck] and [Touch Sensitivity] using the following procedure: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] - [Device Settings]. Click the device name in [Devices] (e.g. Synaptics TouchPad), then click [Settings].
Page 16: Touch Sensitivity
Using the Touch Pad PalmCheck ™ When operating the keyboard, if your hand touches the touch pad unintentionally causing the cursor to move, adjust the sensitivity using "PalmCheck™." • By dragging slide bar (A) to the [Maximum] position, you can prevent the cursor from moving unintentionally.
Page 17: Using The Fn Key
Using the Fn Key If you press a key for a character or symbol contained in a key while pressing the Fn key, the function for the character or the symbol contained in that key will be executed. CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations quickly one after another.
Page 18 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F1 LCD brightness control (Fn+F1= down / Fn+F2= up) Fn+F2 Pressing this key combination adjusts the LCD brightness control. You can select a different brightness level setting for when the AC adaptor is connected and for when it is not connected.
Page 19 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F3 Display change (When the external display is 　 connected) By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page 111) CAUTION...
Page 20 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F4 Speaker on/off switch Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack. (MUTE) NOTE Turning off the speaker will also turn off the warning beep.
Page 21 NOTE The Hotkey settings can be set separately for each user. Run the Hotkey Settings. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Set the parameters. A. Use Fn key lock Add the checkmark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function. The following Fn key lock function will then be enabled.
Page 22 Using the Fn Key [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area. C. Disable popup Add the checkmark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF. "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt] or MPEG files may change to a window display if the Fn+Fx key is pressed.
Page 23: Confirm The Status Using The Leds
Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status Power indicator Light off: Power off / Hibernation mode Light on: Power on Blinking: Standby mode NOTE The brightness of the power indicator changes in keeping with the brightness level of the internal LCD. Economy Mode (ECO) page 35 indicator...
Page 24 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status This indicator lights green when the NumLk NumLk indicator (Ten-key mode) key is pressed. Part of the keyboard (see figure below) will func- tion as a ten-key numeric input. When the green light is on, part of the keyboard can be used to input numbers or calculation functions.
Page 25 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Not lit drive indicator Drive power is off. Green Drive power is on, but the DVD-ROM & CD-R/ RW drive is not accessed. Blinking green: Drive power is on, and the DVD-ROM & CD- R/RW drive is either being accessed or the disk cover is ready to open.
Page 26: Battery Power
Battery Power Precautions about the Battery Pack Maintenance Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly. Do not allow the battery pack to get wet.
Page 27 Battery Power • To see [start] menu. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. Click [On-Line Manuals] or [Battery], and click [Important Tips]. • Right-click on the Economy Mode (ECO) icon , and click [Important Tips] (If the [Important Tips] file has been deleted, [Important Tips] will not be displayed.)
Page 28 Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Battery Indicator Battery Status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or no charging. Orange light on / Charging in progress. *1*2 If [Battery Charging Indicator] in the [Main] menu of the flashing Setup Utility is set to [Flashing], the indicator will alternately become lighter and darker (Flashing)
Page 29 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power There are three methods to check the remaining battery power. Press the Fn+F9 key. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the Windows Power Meter. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the number of bright LEDs. (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode)( page NOTE...
Page 30 Battery Power Press the Fn+F9 key to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen (After logging on to Windows) When Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled When Economy Mode (ECO) is disabled When the battery pack is inserted When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not...
Page 31 Battery Power Confirm the Number of Bright LEDs (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode) You can view the remaining battery capacity using the following procedure. Close the display and confirm that the latch is locked. Disconnect the AC adaptor. Slide the power switch (A) and count the number of bright LEDs (B).
Page 32 Battery Power Before the Remaining Battery Power Level Gets to Low We recommend that you become familiar with battery power confirmation methods ( page 29) and alarm settings to become aware when battery power is low. Alarm settings The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to 10% When remaining battery capacity falls to 5% [Low battery alarm]...
Page 33 Battery Power Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions. When disabling the speaker by pressing the Fn+F4 key, the sound alarm is also disabled. By the key combination the Fn+F5 key, there will be lower sound alarm.
Page 34 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adaptor. Remove all peripherals (except for the battery pack and AC adaptor). Close all applications. Perform Battery Recalibration. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration]. At the confirmation message, click [Start].
Page 35 Battery Recalibration can also be performed by following the procedure below. Restart the computer. Press the F9 key while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed a few moments after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the Battery Recalibration Capacity is displayed, press the Enter key.
Page 36 Switching the Economy Mode (ECO) Right-click either the (Disable) or the (Enable) Economy Mode (ECO) icon on the notification area. If the icon is not displayed, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Economy Mode(ECO) Setting Utility].
Page 37 Battery Power Click [Economy Mode(ECO) Enable] or [Economy Mode(ECO) Disable]. If [Economy Mode(ECO) Enable] is set When remaining battery power is 81% or more The battery will discharge until the remaining battery power is 80% or less During discharge, the Economy Mode (ECO) indicator will blink. When the confirmation message is displayed, read the message on the screen carefully, and click [OK].
Page 38 Battery Power NOTE When the cursor is placed over the "Economy Mode (ECO) icon" ( ), the current Economy Mode (ECO) will be displayed in a pop-up text. Economy Mode (ECO) settings will be carried over to the battery pack connected to the computer.
Page 39 Battery Power Turn your computer over and remove the battery pack. Slide the left-side latch (locked manually: A) to the unlock position Slide the right-side latch (B) to the unlock position , and hold the latch in that position while pushing the center of the battery pack outwards, parallel with the body of the computer.
Page 40: Computing On The Road
Computing on the Road One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. Following is information on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points •...
Page 41 Computing on the Road Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external mouse, etc.) when not in use Turn off the wireless LAN function when it is not in use ( page 130) Using display power saving settings (Power Scheme Settings) Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology makes it possible to reduce power consumption when operating with the battery by lowering the display luminance while maintaining a certain apparent LCD brightness by adjusting the image contrast, color and...
Page 42 Computing on the Road Minimize power consumption for the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive Set the [CD/DVD Drive Power] to [Off] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility. page 142) The drive power remains off when the computer is started up. The DVD-ROM &...
Page 43: 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. When restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs or documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.
Page 44 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Save any unsaved data and save any files you may be editing. When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is opened, close the file.
Page 45 Standby/Hibernation Functions When entering the standby or hibernation mode Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off Avoid the following: • Touching the keyboard, touch pad or power switch • Using external mouse or other peripheral devices •...
Page 46 Standby/Hibernation Functions Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode. To use the hibernation mode, set [Power Options] in advance (below). Press the Fn+F7 key or the Fn+F10 key to put your computer in the standby or hiberna- tion mode ( page Using the power switch (...
Page 47: Using The Power Switch
Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used. Setting Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Click [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my computer], and then click [OK].
Page 48 Standby/Hibernation Functions When Closing the Display At the time of purchase, the computer is set to go into standby mode. Setting Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Click [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer], and then click [OK].
Page 49 Standby/Hibernation Functions • Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again • Operating the drive power/open switch • Inserting and removing the SD memory card Using the Power Switch When the computer has gone into standby or hibernation mode, resume operations using the following procedure.
Page 50: Security Measures
Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use You do not want the settings in the Setup Supervisor Password ( page Utility to be changed User Password ( page You do not want your computer to be Password on boot (...
Page 51 Security Measures • If the Windows log on password is forgotten: Computer administrator’s password: If you have created a password reset disk (⇒ Operating Instructions "First-time Operation"), a message will be displayed when the wrong password is entered Reset the password according to the message. If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstallation set up Windows and reset the password.
Page 52 Security Measures Using either the key or the key, select [Set Supervisor Password] and press the key. Enter Only when the Supervisor Password has been set: Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press the key. Enter Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press the Enter key.
Page 53 Security Measures Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling) User Password is set when several people will be using this computer. For example, the system administrator sets the Supervisor Password and the User Password, and only advises the other users of the User Password. In this way, other users can be restricted from changing the Setup Utility.
Page 54 Security Measures Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press the key. Enter To disable the User Password Press only the Enter key. At [Setup Notice], press the key. Enter When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without permission: Set [User Password Protection] using the following procedure: Using the...
Page 55 Security Measures Setting the Password on boot (enabling, disabling) Run the Setup Utility. ( page 137) Using either the key or the key, select [Security]. Using either the key or the key, select [Password on boot] and press the key. Enter Select [Enable] or [Disable].
Page 56 Security Measures Set the Windows Log-on Password If the Windows log-on password is set, a password input screen will be displayed when you log on to Windows. To set the password, it is necessary to first create a log on user. To set a password after the log on user has been created, execute step , and then execute steps...
Page 57 Security Measures Click the account for which the password will be set. If you are logging on to Windows as a limited user, the screen of step will be displayed. Click [Create a password]. Input the password, and then click [Create Password]. NOTE If the checkmark has been removed from [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -...
Page 58 Security Measures When you do not want the data stored on the hard disk to be read/written When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read and write data as before.
Page 59 Security Measures Using either the key or the key, select [Set Supervisor Password] and press the Enter key. Enter your password at [Enter New Password], and press the Enter key. Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password], and press the Enter key. At [Setup Notice], press the Enter key.
Page 60: Dvd-Rom & Cd-R/Rw Drive
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Usage Precautions Before using the drive Do not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to excessive smoke that may leave a residue, e.g., oil smoke or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the drive lens.
Page 61 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive While the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed Do not open the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or move the computer while the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed. Doing so could cause the disk to shift position. This may damage the disk, or cause the DVD-ROM &...
Page 62 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. Confirm whether the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive power is on. If the drive power is off, turn it on. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility]. Click in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK].
Page 63 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Turn the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive power on/off When you are not using the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, you can turn the drive power off to minimize power consumption. Situation Function to use Related pages When you want to The drive power/open switch page 65 turn on and off quickly...
Page 64 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive NOTE The drive power/open switch and the Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility only operates after Windows has started up. When the drive power is turned on/off, if a message for another application is dis- played on the notification area, the message indicating the drive power status will be displayed after the earlier message disappears.
Page 65 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Turning on or off immediately There are two methods, as follows. You can switch the drive power regardless of whether or not there is a disk in the drive. Use [Manual Switching] of the Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility. Click the icon or the icon on the notification area.
Page 66 [Exit]. To restart this utility, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Power- Saving Utility], or restart the computer. When the cursor is placed over the icon or the icon, pop-up text will indicate the drive status and the setting time.
Page 67 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive • When the disk cover is open • When a disk is set in the drive • When an external CD/DVD drive is connected (Including using a virtual CD drive) • When WinDVD is running • When the drive is being used by an application such as B's Recorder...
Page 68: About Cd Media
About CD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round. Depending on the condition (record quality, cracks, dirt, modification, copy protection, type of drive/disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read or play it correctly.
Page 69 About CD Media • Video-CD • Photo-CD (To play, specific VIDEO CD software is required.) Writing or Rewriting Data to Disks When using CD-R or CD-RW disks, read the description on the disk package. To write CD-R/RW disks, writing software is required. ("B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are installed at the time of purchase.
Page 70 About CD Media • Ultra-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. Handling Disks with Care Before using disks, carefully read through the Operating Instructions, the instructions for handling the disks, and whatever is written on the disk packaging. If the disks are not handled properly, they may become dirty or scratched, the writing speed may be reduced or data may not be recorded or played back properly.
Page 71: About Dvd Media
About DVD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round. Depending on the condition (record quality, cracks, dirt, modification, copy protection, type of DVD recorder or disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly.
Page 72 About DVD Media Type and Types of Functions available logo mark files ( : yes; ×: no; : no (disk specifications)) written Read / Play Write / Software is required to play DVD videos. Rewrite (WinDVD has been installed in this computer) DVD-RAM Data 1.4G/2.8G...
Page 73 About DVD Media DVD-Audio cannot be played back on WinDVD ( page 78). Media in which digital broadcasts have been recorded using copyright management technologies such as CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) cannot be played back. About Regions Setting The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold.
Page 74 About DVD Media CAUTION The region code can be set a total of five times, including the initial setting. Proceed very carefully, because after the fifth change has been made, the region code set last is fixed and no further changes can be made. The user must assume responsibility for any problems that result from illegally changing or altering the region code.
Page 75: Inserting/Removing A Disk
Inserting/Removing a Disk CAUTION When inserting or removing a disk, be careful not to touch the drive lens. Slide the drive power/open switch (A) while the computer's power is A "beep" will sound, and the disk cover will open slightly. (When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination the Fn+F4 key, there will be no sound.
Page 76 Inserting/Removing a Disk Removing Hold down on the center spindle (C) and gently lift up on the edge of the disk. Close the disk cover. Press down near the drive power/open switch (position of the arrow) to ensure that the cover is locked NOTE For AutoPlay CD/DVD: •...
Page 77 Inserting/Removing a Disk When the disk cover cannot be opened To remove a disk when the disc cover cannot be opened or when the computer is powered off: Insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip, or the tip of a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole (A), and move in the direction of the arrow.
Page 78: Watching Dvd Video (Windvd)
Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. Here you will find explanations and general information on precautions to take. Refer to the online manual for the detailed use of the software application. page Running WinDVD You can run WinDVD using either of the following procedures: Double-click the icon on the desktop.
Page 79 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) Take steps to ensure that no other player software is allowed to coexist with WinDVD. It may not be possible to play images properly if any player software other than WinDVD is installed. There are some DVD-Videos available on the market that work by installing their own player software.
Page 80: To Adjust The Volume
Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) SUPPORT INFORMATION If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, follow the steps below to contact InterVideo, Inc.
Page 81 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) To have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically on WinDVD: Remove the checkmark from [DVD Video] and [Movie file (mpeg)] on screen A or B on the left. ® A. When starting up Windows Media Player for the first time, one of the setting screens will be displayed.
Page 82 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) Auto-repeat is a function that plays contents repeatedly for a fixed period of time. You can set the length of the repeat time at 1, 2, 4, or 8 seconds. When the number of display colors is increased, a message appears and the DVD cannot be played Reduce the number of display colors.
Page 83: Changing Power Settings
Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) The playback screen appears to be blurred, white, and jumpy Right-click the WinDVD screen, and click [Setup] - [Video] to display the [Color Preset] setting screen, and then set [Color Preset] to [Custom]. To change color settings in WinDVD, click on the WinDVD control panel, click [Color], and set [Brightness], [Contrast], and [Color] on the sub-panel.
Page 84 Watching DVD Video (WinDVD) Play of a DVD Created with the DVD Recorder Playable DVD media: DVD-Video, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-RW However, the following restrictions apply: In order to play DVD-R and DVD-RW, they must be finalized (a process that enables it to play on other DVD players, etc.).
Page 85 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are CD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Following is general information about B's Recorder and B's CLiP. B's Recorder: Enables you to create data CDs, music CDs, or video CDs, or copy CDs. •...
Page 86 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) B's Recorder Start up the application using one of the following methods. • Double-click the icon on the desktop. • Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's Recorder GOLD8 BASIC] - [B's Recorder GOLD8].
Page 87 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) B's Recorder Be sure to shut down B's Recorder before logging off Windows. B's Recorder may fail to start up properly. If this occurs, restart the computer. B's CLiP Cannot read from or write to CD-R disk using B's CLiP. Only CD-RW is available. Do not use the Fast User Switching function.
Page 88 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) Create the CD using the following procedure. For further details, refer to the Online Manual for B's Recorder. Run B's Recorder. Double click the icon on the desktop. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's Recorder GOLD8 BASIC] - [B's Recorder GOLD8].
Page 89: How To Change The Bootable Disk Image Using B's Recorder
Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) How to change the bootable disk image using B's Recorder Run B's Recorder, and click [View] [Disc Capacity Display Settings] [Bootable disk]. Select the required bootable disk image from [Floppy Disk Image Management], and click [OK]. NOTE At the time of purchase, this computer is equipped with images that can be booted from this computer.
Page 90 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) NOTE Bootable disk images (1) and (2) are specially designed for this computer. (Contains KMEUSB.SYS) At the time of purchase, images (1) and (2) are selected. If you boot the system using a disk created using bootable disk image (3) or (4), one of the following error messages will be displayed, but this is not a malfunction.
Page 91 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) Cannot access properly when disk is inserted If a hand is on the disk cover and the disk cover cannot open, the drive will not be accessed correctly. In this case, restart the computer. To format disk using B's CLiP Right-click the icon or the...
Page 92 Writing to CDs (B's Recorder/B's CLiP) When accidentally deleted B's Recorder or B's CLiP If you uninstall the software accidentally, also re-install it following the steps below. Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Click [start] - [Run] and input [d:\bha\setup.exe] , then click [OK].
Page 93 PC Cards This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. There are three types of card, differentiated by their thickness: Type I (3.3 mm), Type II (5.0 mm), and Type III (10.5 mm). The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card.
Page 94: Inserting A Pc Card
PC Cards Inserting/Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place. Refer to each card’s operating instructions for proper insertion. After the card is inserted, bend the eject button (A). CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install following the procedures below.
Page 95: Removing A Pc Card
PC Cards Removing a PC Card CAUTION Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Note that the PC Card removal may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or the device connected to the PC Card; this may occur when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer.
Page 96: 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 device’s instruction manual.
Page 97: Hibernation Mode
(checkout), edit, or save data. We recommend backing up important data to another storage medium. Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect. When disposing of cards, we recommend that you physically destroy the card (for example, by using a hammer) to prevent personal or confidential data from being leaked.
Page 98: Inserting The Card
SD Memory Card Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Inserting the Card Insert the 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. Improper insertion may result in damage to the card or slot.
Page 99: Removing The Card
SD Memory Card Removing the Card CAUTION Disable the card function before removing the card. Do not remove the card in the following conditions. Important data may be damaged, or it may not be possible to properly access the card the next time it is inserted. •...
Page 100: 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. When power on the computer When logging on to Windows/ resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or the screensaver Windows log on screen Set the SD memory card...
Page 101 [OK]. Start the SD Card Setup program. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD memory card has not been inserted, the following message appears: [Set the SD card in place]. Insert an SD memory card and click [Retry].
Page 102 SD Memory Card Security Function Click [Next] in the Welcome screen. 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...
Page 103 SD Memory Card Security Function If the Supervisor Password has been set Enter the Supervisor Password, then click [OK]. If the Supervisor Password has not been set Follow the on-screen instructions to set the Supervisor Password. Enter the Supervisor Password, then press Tab. Reenter the Supervisor Password for confirmation, then click [OK].
Page 104 SD Memory Card Security Function Set the Windows log on user name and password. Enter the user name, then press Tab. Enter the password, then press Tab. Reenter the password for confirmation. [Do not check the user name] When you do not add the checkmark for [Do not check the user name] (factory setting), the user name will be registered on the SD memory card only when the input user name has been set on this computer.
Page 105 SD Memory Card Security Function When logging on to Windows / When resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or the screensaver 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 the Fn+F4 key, there will be no beep sound.
Page 106 SD Memory Card Security Function 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 107 SD Memory Card Security Function B. Setting for this SD card You can configure the SD memory card currently inserted with security functions or change its settings. If no SD memory card is inserted, none of the fields under [Setting for this SD card] can be selected. [Use when starting the computer] •...
Page 108 SD Memory Card Security Function Click [OK]. Operation differs depending on the setting. If you add the checkmark for [Use the SD card when starting the computer]: Step of [Use when starting the computer] in Step page 102) If you remove the checkmark for [Use the SD card when starting the computer]: Enter the password and click [OK].
Page 109 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 is blinking.
Page 110 SD Memory Card Security Function Click [OK], and then follow the on-screen instructions. All SD Memory Cards currently registered on this computer will no longer be usable when starting this computer. Even if you add the checkmark again for [Use the SD card when starting the computer], the card you have lost will not be usable when starting the computer.
Page 111: External Display
External Display You can connect an external display to use a large screen, or connect an LCD projector to give a presentation. For explanations of display mode terminology, refer to “Read Me First” ( page Power off your computer. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not use the standby or hibernation function.
Page 112 External Display Click the display destination, and then click [Apply]. • When the screen is displayed to an external display: [Monitor] • When the screen is displayed to the internal LCD: [Notebook] • When the screen is displayed to a simultaneous display: [Intel(R) Dual Display Clone] •...
Page 113 External Display Carefully read the operating instructions of the external display. When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards: Either select the correct external display driver use in the following menu, or use the driver disk that was supplied with your monitor.
Page 114 External Display Extended Desktop Click [Extended Desktop] ( page 112, step C), and make the settings for [Primary Device] and [Secondary Device]. Click , select the display from the menu, and then click [OK]. The pop-up window displayed by the Fn key combination is shown only on the primary device.
Page 115: Control Panel
External Display When there is no display when the Extended Desktop is disabled: The application running is being displayed in the external display. Set the Extended Desktop again, move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop.
Page 116: Usb Devices (External Mouse Etc.)
USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) You can use various USB peripherals, such as a floppy disk drive, external mouse, printer, or image scanner. Connecting/Removing USB Devices Connecting USB Devices Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device.
Page 117 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) Removing USB Devices CAUTION Do not remove a USB device while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Save important data and close each application. Disable the device function. (This step is not necessary when the USB device has been removed after the computer is turned off, if the icon is not displayed, or if the USB device that is going to be disconnected is not displayed in step A.)
Page 118 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs] - [Touch Pad utility], and then click [Change/Remove] to remove the program. Remove the program by following the on screen instructions. If the message [Locked File Detected] is displayed, click [Reboot]. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs] - [Synaptics Pointing Device Driver], and then click [Change/Remove] to remove the driver.
Page 119 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) The procedure may depend on the external mouse driver you are using. For more information, refer to the instructions manual provided with the mouse driver. After the driver is removed, shut down Windows and turn off the computer.
Page 120 USB Devices (External Mouse etc.) USB Floppy Disk Drive Note the following when using an optional USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03). Avoid the followings while the floppy disk drive is being accessed. Doing any of these may damage the data on the floppy disk and render it useless. •...
Page 121 Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock. It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines. •...
Page 122 Modem Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]. To remove the cable, pull out while pressing down on the tab. Ring Resume Function With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches ON.
Page 123 Modem Click [Devices] - [Properties]. Click [Receive], and then add the check mark for [Enable device to receive] and click [OK]. Click [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Double-click [Modems], and then double-click the internal modem. Click [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby], then click [OK].
Page 124 Modem CAUTION When using this function, it is recommended that the AC adaptor be connected to the computer. Setting for [System standby] • Roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for [System standby] elapses, even during communications, and cuts off the communications.
Page 125 There are specific settings required to set up LAN connection. Be sure to check system administrator before attempting to your LAN. When connecting multiple computers or peripheral devices in a home or office via a network, printers or files can be shared among several computers. Connecting LAN CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port.
Page 126 CAUTION Do not use the standby or hibernation functions during communications (except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use), as this may cause an error in data transmission or reception. The timeout function may engage even during data transmissions, causing the computer to automatically go into standby or hibernation mode.
Page 127 Enabling the Wake up from LAN Function This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer from a network server when the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. To use this function, it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN.
Page 128 The computer may start up if accessed by another computer on the network. The following procedure can be used to prevent startup due to unintentional access by a computer. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
Page 129: Wireless Lan
Wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can access a network without cable connections. Wireless LAN communication methods • Infrastructure mode For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions, using an access point Use this communications mode if you are connecting to the Internet via a wireless LAN access point.
Page 130 Wireless LAN Precautions Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devices in the vicinity Abide by instructions regarding use in airplanes and hospitals. If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn off the wire- less LAN.
Page 131 Wireless LAN Click and click [Wireless On] or [Wireless Off]. Enable/Disable Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a 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") Click the icon (when the wireless LAN is on) or the...
Page 132 Wireless LAN In addition to using the Wireless LAN Switch utility, you can also change the setting of the wireless LAN standard by the following procedure: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager]. Double-click [Intel(R) PRO/Wireless..] at [Network adapters].
Page 133 Set to [Enable] using the following procedure. Restart the computer. Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If a password is set, [Enter Password] will be displayed. Enter your password, and press the Enter key.
Page 134 Wireless LAN Click (A) and click [Wireless On]. If [Wireless On] is displayed, skip this step. Click [Add] (B) in [Profiles]. Enter the profile name and Wireless network name (SSID), and make other necessary changes; then click [Next]. Make necessary changes and click [OK]. For security, we recommend that you enable encryption (WEP/AES/TKIP).
Page 135 Wireless LAN NOTE If the icon is displayed, the computer is connecting to an access point. Wait for a moment. If the icon is displayed for a longer time, perform the following procedure. Display [Intel PROSet/Wireless] screen. ( page 133) Select again a profile name you want to connect, and click [Connect].
Page 136 Wireless LAN If the setting has been changed at [Device Manager], the wireless LAN standard will be changed.
Page 137: Setup Utility
Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press the key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the password is set, the screen shown at left will be displayed. Enter your password, and press the Enter key.
Page 138 Setup Utility NOTE Cannot display the Setup Utility screen in simultaneous display. By pressing the Fn+F3 key, display destinations can be changed either external display or the internal LCD. When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable]: •...
Page 139 Setup Utility How to use the screen XXXXXXXXXX X.XXGHz X.XX GHz XXX MB XX GB XXXXXXXX X hours A. You can select menu items by moving the cursor with the key and the key. B. If there are several selectable items, you can choose the desired item by pressing the key and the key.
Page 140 Setup Utility Key Operations To display the corresponding "help" file (Press the key or the key to display next help page or previous help page. Press the F1 key to return to the original screen.) To display the [Exit] menu To move among the items (Use these keys when selecting the item.) To move among the menus (Use these keys when the [Information], [Main], [Advanced], [Security], [Boot], or [Exit] menu is selected.)
Page 141 Setup Utility Information Menu (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Language English • Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility. Japanese Model No. To display and Serial No. confirm information. CPU Type These items cannot CPU Speed be selected or BIOS changed.
Page 142 Setup Utility (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Fn/Ctrl Key Normal • Select whether to switch the Fn key with the Ctrl key functions, and vice versa on the internal Replace keyboard. • Do not attempt to replace the markings on the keys, or the keys themselves. Display External Monitor •...
Page 143 Setup Utility Advanced Menu NOTE The [Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password. (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Modem Disable • Select whether to use the internal modem function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]). Enable (This does not work for the external modem.) Disable...
Page 144 Setup Utility Security Menu NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password, only a limited number of items can be displayed and set. ( page 137) When starting up the computer, if the message [Hard disk access is prohibited "Hard Disk lock"] appears, start up the Setup Utility, and change the settings to match the details when the hard disk protection was set.
Page 145 Disable • Select whether to display ([Enable]) or not to display ([Disable]) the message “Press F2 for Enable Setup/F12 for LAN” shown on the bottom of the [Panasonic] boot screen that is displayed after starting this computer. Boot First Menu Disable •...
Page 146 To move a device down by one, select the device in [Boot priority order] using the key, and press the F5 key. Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03 (optional)) can be used for startup (recommended). To return the startup order to the default settings, press F1.
Page 147 The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on and the Esc key is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will appear. When the [Boot Menu] setting is changed, the selection screen display will also change.
Page 148 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS. Exit Without Saving Changes Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS. Get Default Values Set the Setup Utility to the default settings. •...
Page 149: 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.” Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Click the display size as [Normal Size], [Large Size], or [Extra Large Size].
Page 150: Loupe Utility
When using Loupe Utility for the first time, run it from the [start] menu. Use Loupe Utility Run Loupe Utility Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility]. If you want to run Loupe Utility automatically when starting Windows next time: Add the checkmark for [Register in Startup].
Page 151 Loupe Utility Enlarging a Part of the Screen Point the cursor ( ) to the place on the screen where you want to enlarge. Right-click while pressing the key. The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged. You can also show the enlarged display by double-clicking on the icon on the notification area, or right-clicking on the icon and clicking [Show Loupe].
Page 152 Loupe Utility original screen changes. To reflect the changes, click the enlarged-display window (A). There are some applications that may not be enlarged properly. Set Loupe Utility Right-click the icon on the notification area. Click [Settings]. Changing the operation when showing/hiding the enlarged-display window Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged-display window by using an external mouse, touch pad, or keyboard.
Page 153 Loupe Utility Display explanation when the Loupe Utility is started Add the checkmark for [show tips at start up Loupe Utility] (H). Click [OK]. To enlarge the display 2x or 3x Right-click the icon, and then click [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].
Page 154: Problems With Starting Up, Shutting Down, And Standby And Hibernation Mode
Consult the peripheral manufacturer. Using the following procedure, start up in Safe Mode, and check the error details. Turn on the computer, and when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears if one is set) hold down the F8 key. (after entering the password Release the key when the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, and with key, select [Safe Mode], then press the Enter key.
Page 155 Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode There is a beep sound, and either "Extended RAM Module Failed" or "Standard RAM Failed" appears If "Extended RAM Module Failed" appears, the RAM module is not correctly inserted. Turn off the computer, check that the RAM module is a recommended module, then insert it correctly.
Page 156 "Administrator" in [User name], and enter the password if one is set, then click [OK]. Cannot boot from a floppy disk Check if there is a Panasonic external floppy disk drive connected (CF-VFDU03). It is not possible to boot from other floppy disk drives. Check that the boot disk is correctly inserted.
Page 157 Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart” is displayed Check whether a floppy disk not allowing system booting is inserted in the floppy disk drive. If it is inserted, remove, then press any key. If a USB device is connected, remove the USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.
Page 158 Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode Functions that cause the computer to automatically enter standby or hibernation mode after a certain time interval has passed. At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that the computer cannot enter standby or hibernation mode if a disk formatted with B's CLiP is inserted into the DVD-ROM &...
Page 159 Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode The time taken to check the disk depends on the settings in [Check disk options]. If the disk check does not solve the problem, perform the reinstallation procedure and return the hard disk to its condition at the time of purchase. (⇒Operating Instructions "Reinstalling Software")
Page 160: Problems With Passwords And Messages
Problems with Passwords and Messages Even after entering the password, [Type your password] is displayed again The computer may be in ten-key mode. lights up, press the NumLk key, to disable the ten-key mode, and then input. The computer may be in Caps Lock mode. lights up, press the Caps Lock key, to disable the Caps Lock mode, and then input.
Page 161 Problems with Passwords and Messages When the administrator password is forgotten Check whether you have created a password reset disk. • If you have: A message is displayed when you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message's instructions and set the password again. •...
Page 162: Problems With Operation During Use
Problems with Operation during Use Cannot start a network-used program, or cannot share files or printers If you cannot start up a program or share files, this may be because the “Firewall (Windows Firewall)” in the “Windows Security Center” is set to be enabled. If this function is set to be enabled, damage from viruses and other attacks is reduced, but some programs and functions cannot be operated.
Page 163 Problems with Operation during Use Windows Firewall functions. For details, refer to the manual accompanying the firewall software to be installed. When “Automatic Updates” is enabled, will all updates be downloaded (or installed)? Only Windows Update programs with a high level of priority will be automatically down- loaded (or installed).
Page 164 Problems with Operation during Use • If the message “This site might require the following ActiveX control...” is displayed: Click the message, and click “Install ActiveX Control.” Check "Name" and “Publisher” on the [Security Warning] screen, and execute the installation. •...
Page 165 Note that this may not improve the speed of all operations. Cannot scroll with the Touch Pad utility Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility] to start up the Touch Pad utility. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] - [General settings], and check that the checkmark is added for [Use Touch Pad function].
Page 166 117) If [Touch Pad utility settings] does not appear when you click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic], click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], and check that [Touch Pad Utility] appears. • If it does not appear: It is necessary to install the Touch Pad utility.
Page 167 Problems with Operation during Use permitted direction. (For example, in a screen permitting only horizontal scrolling, a vertical scroll operation results in horizontal scrolling.) Some applications may not work properly When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following problems may occur: •...
Page 168 Problems with Operation during Use ® Cannot play movies with the Windows Media Player When you try to play a movie, is [Codec required] displayed? Some video files use a Codec that is not installed as a standard. In these instances, if you play back the video file after connecting to the Internet, the Codec may be downloaded automatically, allowing you to play back the file.
Page 169: Problems With Battery
Problems with Battery The battery indicator lights red The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on again.
Page 170 Problems with Battery To enable/disable the Economy Mode (ECO), refer to “Switching the Economy Mode (ECO)”. ( page...
Page 171: Problems With Cursor
Problems with Cursor The cursor cannot be controlled properly Make sure [Touch Pad] is set to [Enable] on the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility. ( page 141) With the following procedure, check that no external mouse driver is installed. If it is installed, it may not possible to use the touch pad.
Page 172 Problems with Cursor Cannot scroll Check the item "Cannot scroll with the Touch Pad utility" ( page 165).
Page 173: Problems With Display
Problems with Display Screen is too dark or becomes darker Press the Fn+F2 key. This makes the screen lighter. If the screen becomes darker after disconnecting the AC adaptor: The computer has different set brightness levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and for when it is not connected.
Page 174 Problems with Display There is an afterimage Display a different screen. If the same screen is displayed for a long time, this may leave an afterimage. The screen becomes disordered The screen display may become distorted if the resolution or number of colors is changed, or if an external display is connected or disconnected while the computer is operating.
Page 175 Problems with Display Image colors are not reproduced as expected when displaying photographs or other images We recommend removing the checkmark from [Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology]. ( page Nothing appears on the external display, or the display is not correct Check that the external display cables are correctly connected.
Page 176: Problems With Notification Area
Problems with Notification Area 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 177 Problems with Notification Area You can continue using the computer even if these messages continue to be displayed, but we recommend that “Automatic Updates” is set as [Automatic] to maintain its latest condition. Read the message. Click on the notification area. The [Automatic Updates] screen will be displayed.
Page 178: Problems With Input
Problems with Input Pressing a letter key produces a number The computer may be in ten-key mode. lights up, press the NumLk key, to disable the ten-key mode, and If NumLk indicator then input. Only capital letters are being input The computer may be in Caps Lock mode.
Page 179: Problems With Disk And Drive
Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact your technical support office. Cannot read from or write to a floppy disk Are you using the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional)? Has the floppy disk drive been correctly connected?
Page 180 Problems with Disk and Drive When an external CD/DVD drive is connected, you cannot boot from the internal DVD- ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Cannot play back TV programs recorded on a commercial DVD recorder In the following cases, finalize the recording on the DVD recorder: •...
Page 181 Problems with Disk and Drive Press firmly on the center of the disk until you hear it click into place. When a disk is inserted, it is not played automatically Remove the disk and reinsert it. • If an AutoPlay CD does not start after the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation modes, remove the disk from the drive, then reinsert the disk again after a 15 second wait.
Page 182 Problems with Disk and Drive • If the drive does not automatically power off after ejecting the disk, use [Manual Switching] to turn it off. In the following cases, it is not possible to turn off using [Manual Switching] of the Optical Disc Drive Power-Saving Utility: •...
Page 183: Problems With Sound
Problems with Sound The sound is not heard Try changing the mute by pressing the Fn+F4 key or the Fn+F6 key. With the following procedure, check that the Windows sound function is operating. (If it is not operating, pressing the Fn+F5 key or the Fn+F6 key displays the pop-up window shown on the left, but there is no sound.) Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
Page 184: Problems With Peripherals
Problems with Peripherals Your peripheral does not work Check that the drivers are installed for the connected devices. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager]. Check whether is shown for the devices. is shown: Try removing and inserting the device once more.
Page 185 Problems with Peripherals The device will not operate properly if a different mouse driver is installed When you install a different mouse driver, such as IntelliPoint for Microsoft's IntelliMouse, the mouse driver currently installed in the computer may need to be uninstalled. For information on how to uninstall the driver, refer to “When Using an External Mouse”.
Page 186 Input [c:\util\cpupower\setup.exe] in [start] - [Run], and then click [OK]. Follow the onscreen instructions. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU Idle Setting]. Click [Performance], click [OK] and then click [Yes]. The computer will be restarted automatically.
Page 187 Problems with Peripherals Idle Setting], and return [Power schemes] in [Power Options] to [Portable/ Laptop]. As a result of the LAN communications speed being extremely low, or a wireless LAN connection being lost, if the CPU power-saving setting is set, then when the LAN or whatever is not used, it is recommended to return to the above settings.
Page 188: Problems With General Network
Problems with General Network Unable to connect to a network Check that the network you are using ([Modem], [LAN] or [Wireless LAN]) is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 143). Restart the computer. When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions.
Page 189 Problems with General Network Cannot check the computer’s MAC address Check the computer’s MAC address using the following procedure: Check that the LAN or wireless LAN is not disabled in the Setup Utility or the Device Manager. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt]. Input [ipconfig /all], and press the Enter key.
Page 190 Problems with Wireless LAN Access point is not detected Check 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]. Wait for a moment.
Page 191 Problems with Wireless LAN If you have installed a firewall, change the firewall’s settings to enable communications from an access point (register as a computer capable of communications, etc.). Cannot communicate with the access point Confirm that the following settings match with the access point. If these settings do not match, confirm the access point settings, and do the settings on the computer again.
Page 192 Problems with Wireless LAN The communications speed may be reduced for the following reasons. Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point. • IEEE 802.11g or IEEE 802.11b may be affected by a microwave oven or similar, reducing the communications speed while the microwave oven is in operation. •...
Page 193 Problems with Wireless LAN Press the F9 key in the Setup Utility. This will restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values (except the password settings). icon is not displayed (or has disappeared) To display the icon, perform the following procedure. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Network and Internet Connections] - [Network Connections].
Page 194: Check The Computer's Usage Status
Windows with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].) Running PC Information Viewer Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer]. Click the items to display detailed information for each item.
Page 195 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy]. At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that a copy of the screen can be saved to a file by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+F8 key.
Page 196: Information For Installed Applications
Information for Installed Applications If application software supplied with this computer does not function correctly, carefully read the problem-solving section of this Reference Manual and the help information for the application software. If you can connect to the Internet, refer to “Frequently Asked Questions” and other support information available on the relevant homepage for the manufacturer of the application software.
Page 197 Information for Installed Applications Other pre-installed software Contact the Panasonic technical support office as listed in the “LIMITED WARRANTY.” Confirm the contact information for the Panasonic technical support office using the following procedure: Click [start], right-click [My Computer], and click [Properties].
Page 198: Protecting Your Computer From Viruses
Protecting Your Computer from Viruses A computer virus propagates through infections from one computer to another. Some viruses are highly malicious, destroying computer data, or preventing the computer from starting up properly. To Protect Your Computer from being Infected by a Virus The first time you start up Windows, the message [Your computer might be at risk] will be displayed from the Security Center icon on the notification area.
Page 199 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses NOTE We recommend that you back up your data regularly. Even if your computer is infected with a virus, it is possible to reinstall the system and recover your data from the backup. Using Antivirus Software Especially in the following cases, we recommend you perform a virus check.
Page 200 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses For further details on the Windows Firewall, see the help displayed by the following methods: Click [start] - [Help and Support] and input [Windows Firewall] into [Search]. Click [Windows Firewall overview]. If a Virus Is Discovered In order to prevent secondary infection, disconnect from the network, and conduct a check of the hard disk and other data.
Page 201: To Update This Computer To Its Latest Version
To Update this Computer to its Latest Version To Update Windows to its Latest Version In an Internet-connected environment, execute the Windows Update, and use the latest Windows service pack or patch program to update Windows on your computer to its latest version.
Page 202: Windows-Related Information
Windows-related Information When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM The Windows files included in the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM for each OS are contained in the following folders: c:\windows\docs, c:\windows\dotnetfx, c:\windows\i386, c:\windows\support\tools, c:\windows\valueadd Windows Security Windows has security functions aside from the security functions in the Setup Utility.
Page 203: To View The System Configuration (Dmi Viewer)
CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Click [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown at left is displayed. When you click an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
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