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Panasonic CF-28 Series Reference Manual

Panasonic CF-28 Series Reference Manual

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Read Me First ......................................................
Key Combinations ..............................................
LED Indicators ....................................................
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Panasonic Hand Writing..................................
Standby/Hibernation Functions .....................
Security Measures ...........................................
Computing on the Road ..................................
Battery Power ..................................................
Multimedia Pocket ...........................................
PC Cards ..........................................................
RAM Module .....................................................
Port Replicator .................................................
Printer ...............................................................
External Display ..............................................
USB Device ......................................................
Infrared Data Communications ......................
Modem ..............................................................
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Hard Disk Drive................................................
Setup Utility .....................................................
Technical Information .....................................
DMI Viewer .......................................................
List of Error Codes ..........................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Key Combinations ..........2000 LED Indicators ............ Touch Pad .......... (Advanced) Touchscreen* ..........Panasonic Hand Writing........Standby/Hibernation Functions ..... Security Measures ........... Computing on the Road ........Battery Power ..........Multimedia Pocket ........... PC Cards ............RAM Module ............. Port Replicator ..........

  • Page 2: Read Me First

    Read Me First If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may be not displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with administrator authority to enable these functions.

  • Page 3: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse), touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) or other keys. NOTE Windows XP When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, these key operations may not work. In this case, log on with the administrator authority again, not using the Fast User Switching function, and try the operation once more.

  • Page 4: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted input is capitalized. NumLk (Numeric This indicator lights green when NumLK is pressed. This causes a key lock) portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.

  • Page 5: Touch Pad (Advanced)

    Touch Pad (Advanced) Work Surface Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. The touch pad has the following two modes of operation. Microsoft ® IntelliMouse Wheel Mode Original Mode (Setting at the time of purchase) Wheel mode operations (almost identical Only scroll operation is possible for appli- ®...
  • Page 6 Touch Pad (Advanced) ® Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel mode. Wheel Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode. Original Function Touch Pad Operation Moving the Cursor Wheel Move the tip of your finger Original lightly over the surface. Tapping/Clicking Wheel Original...
  • Page 7 Touch Pad (Advanced) Function Touch Pad Operation Wheel Zoom* Magnify Ctrl + Magnify/reduce the display of Reduce a document. (rotate the wheel while holding down Ctrl ) Wheel Data Zoom* Shift + Display or hide a document, or perform operations to return to or proceed with Internet Ex- plorer.
  • Page 8 Touch Pad (Advanced) When you want to use an external mouse through the external keyboard/mouse port 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. To use these additional functions, perform the operation below.
  • Page 9 Touch Pad (Advanced) When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) Windows 2000 Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball de- vice. (Refer to the operating instructions of the external device on how to uninstall the driver.) If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be found in the operating instructions for the external device, execute the following steps.
  • Page 10 Touch Pad (Advanced) When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) Windows XP Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball de- vice. (Refer to the operating instructions of the external device on how to uninstall the driver.) If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be found in the operating instructions for the external device, execute the following...

  • Page 11: Touchscreen* 1

    Touchscreen <Only for models with touchscreen> Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen display allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus (included). The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The operation settings can be changed.

  • Page 12: Configuring The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen <Only for models with touchscreen> Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. Windows 2000 Select from the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in [Control Panel] - [Mouse] Windows XP Select from the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other...
  • Page 13 Touchscreen <Only for models with touchscreen> Handling the Touchscreen Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use an implement other than the stylus that comes with the computer. Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails), hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pen).

  • Page 14: Panasonic Hand Writing

    The file size of a bitmap image to be saved or pasted to another application can be changed with [Option] - [Window size]. Changing the number of colors of the display may affect the Panasonic Hand Writing screen. If the screen is affected, click...
  • Page 15 Positions on the work surface of the touch pad have corresponding positions in the Panasonic Hand Writing window. For example, a character or figure made in the top-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top- left part of the Panasonic Hand Writing window.

  • Page 16: Standby/Hibernation Functions

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your computer, you can do so by using either the standby or hibernation function. Differences between the standby and hibernation functions Function Standby function Hibernation function...
  • Page 17 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Save all data. When a file in an external device such as a CD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is opened, close the file. Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.

  • Page 18: Using The Power Switch

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch Setting Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Options]. In [Advanced], select [Standby] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my computer] and then select [OK]. Windows XP Select [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op- tions].

  • Page 19: Resuming Operation

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation Rotate the power switch When [Standby]* or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer], the computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode when the LCD panel is closed. Operation will resume when the LCD panel is opened. Even if the display is closed after the computer has entered either the standby or hibernation mode, operation will resume when the display is opened.

  • Page 20: 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 Supervisor Password/ below User Password You do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to Hard Disk Lock page 23 be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
  • Page 21 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. 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 shor t time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
  • Page 22 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Do not forget your password. If a 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.
  • Page 23 Press F10 and then select [Yes], then press Enter CAUTION To change your hard disk drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Dis- able].
  • Page 24 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a 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 25: 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 26 Computing on the Road Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) technology Windows 2000 ® By using the Intel SpeedStep™ technology applet, you can set the computer’s perfor- mance to optimize power consumption. Start-up methods Select on the taskbar NOTE The icon differs depending on the current setting. Maximum Performance (The CPU performance is maximized at all times.) Automatic (The CPU performance is automatically maximized only when necessary.)

  • Page 27: Battery Power

    Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange* Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
  • Page 28 Battery Power Remaining Battery Level Confirmation by Alarm The computer can be set to notify of a low battery level, etc. using the following menu. When the battery level goes down to the level specified, the computer sets off an alarm and displays a message indicating the low battery level. Windows 2000 [Control Panel] - [Power Options] - [Alarms] Windows XP...
  • Page 29 Battery Power Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity The battery pack has a function for measuring, storing, and learning about battery ca- pacity. Using this function properly to accurately display remaining battery capacity re- quires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged, and then fully charged again.

  • Page 30: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU18).
  • Page 31 Battery Power Put the cover back into place Put the cover back into place holding both sides, and slide the latches outward. CAUTION If the cover is not attached properly, the battery may fall out while the computer is being carried. When attaching the cover, be careful not to get your fingers and the tab caught in the cover.

  • Page 32: Multimedia Pocket

    Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devices. Floppy disk drive CD-ROM drive (Optional) DVD-ROM drive (Optional) CD-R/RW drive (Optional) DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (Optional) Second battery pack (Optional) Second hard disk drive (Optional) Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc. NOTE Be sure to read the operating instructions of the devices.
  • Page 33 Multimedia Pocket Inserting/Removing CAUTION Do not insert/remove the multimedia pocket device in the standby or hibernation mode, or when (multimedia pocket indicator) or (hard disk drive indicator) is on. Removing the device MP Release Lever Turn your computer over and open the cover by sliding the latch A. Cover Slide and hold the latch B on the MP release lever, then turn the MP release lever.
  • Page 34 Multimedia Pocket Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive Parallel Port You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port, 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 Windows 2000 : To remove the floppy disk drive while the computer is on, select...
  • Page 35 Multimedia Pocket Information for the Second Hard Disk Drive Windows 2000 Refer to the Operating Instructions of the Second Hard Disk Drive Pack. Windows XP To format the second hard disk, perform the operation below. Turn your computer on. Be sure to log on with the administrator authority. Select [Disk Management] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Administrative Tools] - [Computer Management] - [Storage].

  • Page 36: Pc Cards

    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. 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 37 PC Cards Inserting/Removing PC Card Inserting PC Cards Slide the PC Card in until it snaps into place. Refer to the operating instructions of each card on how to Insert the card (insertion is typically label-side up). CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.): Connect the peripheral device to the card.

  • Page 38: Ram Module

    RAM Module Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unus- able or the computer may not operate properly. RAM module specifications Only a RAM module designed 144 pins, SO-DIMM, 3.3 V, SDRAM, PC133 Compliant...

  • Page 39: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB272A). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your com- Expansion Bus Connector puter around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a head- phone or microphone, etc.

  • Page 40: Printer

    Printer Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. NOTE Before connecting a printer, change the multimedia pocket device in accor- dance 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 41: External Display

    External Display Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. Connect the external display to your computer External Display Port Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer After Windows star ts up, the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the following menu.

  • Page 42: 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; Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Intel ®...
  • Page 43 External Display CAUTION When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. Under the condition the application is in the external display, or after the applica- tion is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the position of the extended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed.

  • Page 44: Usb Device

    USB Device Inserting a USB Device Connect the USB device to your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device USB Port You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices. Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB devices on how to install the driver.

  • Page 45: Infrared Data Communications

    Infrared Data Communications Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to trans- fer data without a cable. NOTE When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, you cannot use the infrared communication port. Use the infrared communication port only with the user whom you first logged on with.
  • Page 46 Infrared Data Communications Data Communications Windows 2000 Position your computer so that the infrared communication port is face-to-face with the port of another computer Double-click [Wireless Link] on the desktop on the computer that will send a file Select the file to be sent and then select [Send] Select [Yes] on the computer that will receive the file and after receiving the file, select [Close] (It will be sent to the desktop if the receiving computer is running Windows 2000.)

  • Page 47: Modem

    Modem Connecting to a Telephone Line and Settings Connecting a telephone line to the modem It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines. Internal home phones Intercoms CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock.
  • Page 48 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 when not at home or not in the office. When using this function, it is necessary to run a software application able to main- tain the condition to receive telephone calls and to return the computer to the origi- nal condition after a call.

  • Page 49: Lan* 2

    <Only for models with LAN port> Using LAN Using the computer as a network computer 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.
  • Page 50 <Only for models with LAN port> Wake up from LAN This is a function 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.

  • Page 51: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To Change Your Hard Disk Drive, Contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all impor tant data before the change. You can erase the data before changing the hard disk drive.

  • Page 52: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer Press F2 while [Press F2 to enter SETUP] is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure (If you fail to press F2 at this time, restar t your computer.) If [Enter Password] is displayed Enter your password.

  • Page 53: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language [English] Model No.: xxxx Serial No.: xxxx CPU Type: xxxx CPU Speed: x.x GHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: xxxx Parameters : Default) * Select the language for displaying the Setup Util- Language* English ity.

  • Page 54: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial Port A: [Auto] Serial Port B: [Disable] IrDA Port: [Auto] MP Serial Port: [Disable] Parallel Port: [Auto] Mode: [ECP] CardBus Controller A: [Enable] Modem: [Enable] LAN* [Enable] Boot up from LAN: [Disable] Only for models with LAN port Parameters : Default) Serial Port A...

  • Page 55: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu Parallel Port Disable Enable Auto Mode* Uni-directional This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] Bi-directional is set to [Enable] or [Auto]. I/O IRQ* 378/IRQ7 This item is displayed only when the setting of 278/IRQ5 each port is [Enable]. In addition, an asterisk (*) displayed in front CardBus Controller A Disable...

  • Page 56: Power Menu

    Setup Utility Power Menu Fn+F7/Fn+F10 Key: [Enable] CD Drive Speed: [High] Parameters : Default) Fn+F7/Fn+F10 Key Disable Enable CD Drive Speed High Boot Menu Floppy Drive* This item is shown even when the floppy disk drive is not installed or [Floppy Operation] is set to [Disable]. Hard Disk CD Drive This item is displayed only when [Boot up from LAN] in [Advanced]...

  • Page 57: Exit Menu

    Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values Refresh Battery Parameters 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.

  • Page 58: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network When the power saving function is running, communications software may malfunction. For example, communications may be halted if the standby (hibernation) mode is acti- vated. The computer must be restar ted if one of these modes is entered during data communications.

  • Page 59: Dmi Viewer

    Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] Windows XP Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

  • Page 60: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of except the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
  • Page 61 List of Error Codes 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. 02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). 02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

  • Page 62: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor. battery indicator is not lit Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly inserted.
  • Page 63 The battery pack or recharging function may be defective. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The orange indicator Unable to charge because of an improper temperature range. ( “Precau-...
  • Page 64 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering When there is no display to an external display, • Check your cable connection to the external display. • Confirm your display is powered on. • Check the settings for your external display. Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .
  • Page 65 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals An error occurs while in- When you install the driver for a PC Card or peripheral device, be sure to use a driver stalling the driver that is compatible with the operating system. If you use an incompatible driver, mal- function may occur.
  • Page 66 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When the previous item is Try testing another drive or media.
  • Page 67 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Standby/Hibernation Function Unable to enter standby If a USB device is connected to the computer (note: only for some USB devices), or hibernation mode remove the USB device temporarily. If the problem persists, restart the computer. Unable to automatically If a peripheral device is connected to the computer, disconnect the device.
  • Page 68 Intel, Pentium and SpeedStep are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation. ® ® Adobe and Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0103A_2K/XP...

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