Panasonic Toughbook CF-45 Series Reference Manual

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-45 Series Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...... Security Measures ..........Computing On the Road ........ Battery Power ..........Using PC Cards ..........Adding Memory ..........Port Replicator ..........Using a Printer ..........Using an External Display ......
Page 2: Note
Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the trackball (mouse) or other keys. Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the brightness. LCD brightness control Fn + F2 (When the brightness is at its maximum value,...
Page 3: Led Indicators
LED Indicators This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted Caps Lock input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then KeyPad is pressed NumLk (Numeric key) while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the keyboard to func- tion as a numeric keypad.
Page 4: Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Suspend/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your com- puter, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. Differences between the suspend function and hibernation function Function Suspend function Hibernation function...
Page 5: Resuming Operation
Suspend/Hibernation Functions Shutting Down Using the Suspend Function or select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu Fn + F7 Suspend Mode NOTE When you select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu: [Suspend] is deleted from the [Start] menu by unchecking [Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power] or by unchecking [Show suspend command on Start menu] in [Advanced].
Page 6 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function CAUTION Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the trackball or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected. There are cases where these devices will fail to operate;...
Page 7: Security Measures
Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use Reference You do not want your computer to be used without permission User Password below Same as above, but while you’re away temporarily Coffee break Password page 8 You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy disk...
Page 8 Security Measures At the confirmation screen, press Enter Press to end the password setting procedure Close the Setup Utility page 24) CAUTION To prevent the changing of your password without permission • When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time. •...
Page 9 Security Measures When you want to prevent theft of or damage to data by using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwrit- ten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.
Page 10: Setting The Supervisor Password
Security Measures Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling) Run the Setup Utility page 24) Using , select [Supervisor Setup], then press Enter Using , select [Supervisor Password], then press Enter To enable or change your supervisor password Enter your password at the [Enter Supervisor Password], then press CAUTION Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Page 11: Computing On The Road
Computing On the Road Conserving 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 POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
Page 12: Setting Power Management
Computing On the Road Setting Power Management (How to set [Advanced] and the suspend/hibernation timeout) Run the Setup Utility page 24) Using , select [Power Management], then press Enter Using , select [Power Saving], then set [Advanced] with (To avoid setting the suspend/hibernation timeout, press Esc and proceed on to step 6 .) Using , select [Power Switch], then set [Suspend] or [Hibernation] with...
Page 13: Battery Power
Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Blinking red* Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits...
Page 14: Inserting A Battery Pack
Battery Power NOTE Although the battery has not begun to run out, the battery indicator may light up red or emit a beep. This indicates a significant rise in the temperature of the battery pack. This is typically caused by the fact that the battery pack has been delivering a high level of power because the computer has been used with the display at the brightest setting and with the power-saving function off.
Page 15: Using Pc Cards
Using PC Cards PC Card Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slots allow you to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type I or II Type III Two cards can be used simultaneously.
Page 16 Using PC Cards PC Card Utility Program ® About PhoenixCard Manager for Windows CAUTION Follow the installation procedure below only if you will be using the ZV card. Otherwise, do not perform the installation; abnormal operation may result. ® If the hard disk has been reimaged, reinstall PhoenixCard Manager for Windows if you will be using the ZV card.
Page 17: Adding Memory
Adding Memory RAM Module CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static elec- tricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer. Therefore, when installing or removing a RAM module, handle the module with extreme care.
Page 18: Port Replicator
Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB451W). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.
Page 19: Using A Printer
Using a Printer Power off your computer Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. Parallel Port Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened...
Page 20: Using An External Display
Using an External Display Power off your computer Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. Connect the external display to your computer Ext.
Page 21: Using Usb Devices
Using USB Devices USB Connector Power off your computer Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. Connect the USB device to your computer NOTE For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual of the USB...
Page 22: Infrared Data Communications
Infrared Data Communications Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to transfer data without a cable. Preparations for Infrared Data Communications Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. ( below) Position your computer so that the port is face-to-face with the port of another computer. Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another.
Page 23: Hard Disk Drive
30). CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. To technicians (at Panasonic Technical Support): Be careful when replacing the hard disk. The hard disk is extremely sensitive to shock.
Page 24: Setup Utility
Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press need to restart your computer. this message Press F1 for Setup NOTE The Setup Utility will not be run if F1 is not pressed soon after the computer restarts. In this case, you need to restart your computer again.
Page 25 Setup Utility System Setup System Setup NumLk [ON] Track Ball [Enable] Speaker [Enable] Display [External Monitor] •User Password Coffee break Password [Disable] Key Combination for Coffee break [Disable] Parameters (Underlined item: Default) NumLk Enable Track Ball Disable Speaker Enable Disable Display Internal LCD External Monitor...
Page 26: Power Management Settings
Setup Utility Power Management Power Management Power Saving [Standard (Battery/AC adapter)] CPU Speed Change Mode Enable HDD Motor Timeout 1 min CDD Motor Timeout 1 min Standby Timeout 2 min Power Switch [Hibernation] Suspend/ Hibernation Timeout [4 min] Parameters (Underlined item: Default) Power Saving Advanced Standard (Battery/AC adapter)
Page 27 Setup Utility Supervisor Setup Supervisor Setup Parallel Port (Address) [Automatic (PnP)] Parallel Port Mode [Bidirectional] Serial Port [Automatic (PnP)] Sound Controller [Enable] Sound Blaster Compatible I/O [Automatic (PnP)] WSS CODEC I/O [Automatic (PnP)] Sound IRQ-A [Automatic (PnP)] Sound IRQ-B [Automatic (PnP)] Sound DMA-A [Automatic (PnP)] Sound DMA-B...
Page 28 Setup Utility Sound IRQ-A Automatic (PnP) OFF* Sound IRQ-B Automatic (PnP) Not Use OFF* Automatic (PnP) Sound DMA-A OFF* Automatic (PnP) Sound DMA-B Not Use OFF* Automatic (PnP) IrDA Enable Floppy Operation** Disable CD Operation Enable Disable Boot Up Drive FDD ->...
Page 29: Technical Information
Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the standby and suspend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable the suspend/hibernation timeout settings with the Setup Utility if you require a network environment. When the power saving function is running, communications software may malfunction. For example, communications may be halted if the suspend or hibernation mode is activated.
Page 30 Technical Information Hard Disk FAT32 This computer uses a new, highly efficient file system called FAT32. Please note the following regarding FAT32. Some software will not run normally: Do not run disk utilities and other software not compatible with FAT32. Doing so could cause incorrect information such as hard disk capacity to be shown or could destroy hard disk data.
Page 31 Technical Information Internet Explorer Internet Explorer 4.01 places a tremendous load on the system in order to execute the wide variety of functions that it provides. As a result, some unexpected faults may occur. If any of these faults occurs, try using the software with some Internet Explorer 4.01 functions turned off.
Page 32: Computer Diagnosis
Computer Diagnosis List of Error Codes If a problem occurs with your hardware, and [POST Start up Error(s)] is displayed along with the error code(s), follow the on-screen instructions. Setup: Setup Utility ( ) is started. Run [Load Default Settings (PnP)]. page 24 Rerun the Setup Utility to input the appropriate operating environment settings.
Page 33: Dmi Viewer
CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
Page 34: Dealing With Problems
Pressing the reset button ( ) will solve the problem. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. Please input your password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support. is displayed [POST Start Up Error(s)] is...
Page 35 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. hard disk Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Trouble has occurred with You may need to clean the lens or CD;...
Page 36: Character Input
Point to the desired font name and select it. characters (ß, à, ç) or symbols is unclear Setup Utility Enter the User Password or Supervisor Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic is displayed Technical Support. [Supervisor Setup] is not...
Page 37: Connecting Peripherals
Dealing With Problems Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not You need to use drivers conforming to OS*. Some earlier drivers will no longer work. work (An error occurs while For more information, please ask the manufacturer of the driver in question. installing the driver) ®...
Page 38 Dealing With Problems Application Software Computer Hangs Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to forcibly reboot the computer. Rerun the application program after the computer restarts. If the program no longer works normally, go to [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] to delete the program.
Page 39 Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/ or other countries. PhoenixCard Manager™ and Phoenix Card Executive™ are trademarks of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. ® Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. ® Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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