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Panasonic Touchbook CF-71 Series Reference Manual

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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 .............................
Hard Disk Drive ...............................................
Setup Utility ....................................................
Technical Information ....................................
List of Error Codes .........................................
DMI Viewer ......................................................
Dealing With Problems ...................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-71 Series Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...... Security Measures..........Computing On the Road ........ Battery Power ..........Using a Multimedia Pocket Device....Using PC Cards ..........Adding Memory ..........Port Replicator ..........Using a Printer ..........

  • 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 touch pad (mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window LCD brightness con- Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness When the bright- Fn + F2 ness is at its maxi-...

  • Page 3: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non- shifted input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then Key Pad is NumLk (Numeric key) pressed while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the keyboard to function 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 computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions Function Suspend function Hibernation function...

  • Page 5: Resuming Operation

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions NOTE With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend function. Fn + F7 page Resuming Operation Push the sleep switch Slide the power switch If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set. This password has been set in the Setup Utility and is not an NT password.
  • Page 6 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your computer using the keyboard.

  • 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 Supervisor Password below User Password Same as above, but while you’re away temporarily Coffee Break Password page 10 You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy...

  • Page 8: Setting The Supervisor Password

    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 un- able to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
  • Page 9 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your pass- word. 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 10 Security Measures When you do not want your computer to be used without permission while away temporarily You should set the “Coffee Break Password” (Note that you must first set the User Pass- word). When you input your selected key combination, the computer locks (key input, use of the touch pad and use of an external keyboard or mouse connected to the exter- nal keyboard/mouse port are no longer possible).
  • Page 11 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

  • Page 12: 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 13 Computing On the Road Setting Power Management Run the Setup Utility page Using , select [Power] Using , select [Power Management] and press Enter Using , select [Enable(Always)] and press Enter Using , select [Sleep Switch] and press Enter Using , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and press Enter Using...
  • Page 14 Computing On the Road Power Management settings Power Management Enable (Always) Enable(Battery)* Disable Functions (Setting at the time of automatically set purchase) 1 min 1 min Never HDD Motor Timeout 2 min 2 min Never ECO Mode Timeout Power Conservation Enable Disable Disable...

  • Page 15: Battery Power

    Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
  • Page 16 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low save your data and power off your computer Following that: Plug in the AC adapter, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adapter nor an extra battery, power the computer off. If the suspend or hibernation function is set Red indicator lights Suspend Mode or Hibernation Mode...
  • Page 17 Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your batter y 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-VZSU09).
  • Page 18 Battery Power Connect the battery pack Pull the tab outside the frame of the computer, and inser t the non- Connector connector-side of the battery pack into the computer with the label- side up. Inser t the connector-side of the battery pack into the computer to secure the connector.

  • Page 19: Using A Multimedia Pocket Device

    Using a Multimedia Pocket Device You may use an included CD-ROM pack (CF-VCD711), an optional DVD-ROM drive pack (CF-VDD711/CF-VDD712) or an optional SuperDisk drive pack (CF-VFS711) by removing your floppy disk drive from the multimedia pocket. Installing/Removing a Multimedia Pocket Device Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.
  • Page 20 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Parallel Port Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port, by using an optional FDD cable (CF-VCF351). CAUTION Do not move the drive while accessing data on the floppy disk.
  • Page 21 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Using a CD-ROM Usage Precautions Before using the CD-ROM pack for the first time, remove the protective sheet from the lens area. Also, the protective sheet may be replaced in the CD-ROM pack to provide protection when the unit is moved or if it will not be used for an extended period of time.
  • Page 22 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Power-saving mode If the CD-ROM pack has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automati- cally shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the CD-ROM pack is accessed once again, the power of the drive motor is turned on. However, approximately 30 seconds are re- quired until data is actually read from the CD.

  • Page 23: 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 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 One card can be used only in the slot...
  • Page 24 Using PC Cards PC Card Utility Program About Phoenix Card Executive 2.0 for Windows NT ® When using a Windows NT ® model, confirm that Phoenix Card Executive™ 2.0 for Windows NT ® is installed. If [Card Executive 2.0 for NT] is displayed in the [Control Panel], this indicates that the program is installed.

  • Page 25: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory RAM Module CAUTION 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 unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

  • Page 26: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB711). 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 in- cluding a headphone or microphone, etc. The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector on the bottom of your computer.

  • Page 27: Using A Printer

    Using a Printer Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. Parallel Port Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened Setting your printer Go to [My Computer] - [Printers].

  • Page 28: Using An External Display

    Using an External Display Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. Connect the external display to your computer External Display Port NOTE For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual of the external display.

  • Page 29: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact 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.
  • Page 30 Hard disk Drive Lift the hard disk drive to remove it from the connector and gently set a new hard disk drive on to the connector. Connector Insert the ribs of the hard disk as shown in the figure, and while slightly pushing the hard disk to the left put the hard disk in place.

  • Page 31: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing "Press <F2> to enter SETUP" press need to restart your computer. this message NOTE Press F2 while [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed. The Setup Utility will not run if F2 is not pressed soon after the computer starts. In this case, you need to restart your computer.
  • Page 32 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxxxxKB Primary Master: xxxxxMB Secondary Master: None NumLock: [On] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Parameters : Default) NumLock Touch Pad Disable Enable Speaker Disable Enable...
  • Page 33 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial Port : [3F8/IRQ4] IrDA Port: [2F8/IRQ3/DMA3] Parallel Port: [378/IRQ7] Mode: [Bi-directional] Internal CardBus Controller: [Enable] Parameters : Default) 3F8/IRQ4 Serial Port Disable 2F8/IRQ3/DMA3 IrDA Port Disable Parallel Port 378/IRQ7 3BC/IRQ5 Disable Mode Uni-direction Bi-direction EPP* DMA* DMA1 DMA0 Internal CardBus Controller...
  • Page 34 Setup Utility Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] Coffee Break Password: [Disable] Processor Serial Number: [Disable] CAUTION If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password; The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set and [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection].

  • Page 35: Power Management Modes

    Setup Utility Power Menu Power Management: [Enable (Always)] HDD motor timeout: 1 min ECO mode timeout: 2 min Sleep Switch: [Hibernation] Hibernation Timeout: * [4 min] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 Key [Enable] CD-ROM Drive Speed: [High] * The [Suspend Timeout] item will be displayed when [Sleep Switch] is set to [Suspend]. Both [Hibernation Timeout] and [Suspend Timeout] may not be displayed when [Sleep Switch] is set to [No Action].
  • Page 36 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit NOTE Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values If the Supervisor Password or User Load Previous Values Password has been set, the pass- Save Current Values word must be entered before Win- dows can start.

  • Page 37: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the ECO mode and sus- pend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable the [Suspend/Hibernation Timeout] settings with the Setup Utility if you require a network environment. The computer will not operate properly. If this occurs, restart the computer. When the power saving function is running, communications software may mal- function.
  • Page 38 Technical Information Enabling Power Conservation ® Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT is installed. (If [APM 2.0 for NT] is displayed in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.) If the program is not installed, be sure to install it. Use [Power Management] under [Advanced].

  • Page 39: 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 40 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 41: 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 42: Dealing With Problems

    Dealing With Problems 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 adapter. battery indicator is not lit Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
  • Page 43 Dealing With Problems Key Operation If you change the video Press Fn + F3 again. output destination by pressing Fn + F3 under the condition the full DOS screen is open (in [Start]-[Programs]-[MS- DOS Prompt]), when you close the MS-DOS screen by typing “Exit”, the computer will return to the output destination exist-...
  • Page 44 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. Try testing another drive or media. When the previous item...
  • Page 45 The sound may continue for a shor t period of time, but if the computer starts up in a normal manner, then the problem is not serious. If, however, the computer fails to start up, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
  • Page 46 Dealing With Problems Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not You need to use drivers conforming to the current operating system. Some earlier work (An error occurs drivers will no longer work. For more information, ask the manufacturer of the w h i l e i n s t a l l i n g t h e driver in question.
  • Page 47 Phoenix Card Executive is a trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. Imation, the Imation Logo, the circle-pyramid logo, SuperDisk and SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corp. Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0015C_NT4...

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