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Panasonic Toughbook CF-50 Series Reference Manual

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Read Me First .....................................................
Key Combinations .............................................
LED Indicators ...................................................
Touch Pad ..........................................................
Standby/Hibernation Functions .......................
Security Measures ..........................................
Computing on the Road .................................
Battery Power .................................................
CD Drive ..........................................................
PC Cards .........................................................
RAM Module....................................................
Port Replicator ................................................
Printer ..............................................................
External Display .............................................
USB Devices ...................................................
IEEE 1394 Devices ..........................................
Modem .............................................................
LAN ..................................................................
Hard Disk Drive ...............................................
Setup Utility ....................................................
Technical Information ....................................
DMI Viewer ......................................................
List of Error Codes .........................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-50 Series Model No. Contents Read Me First ............. 2000 Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Touch Pad ............Standby/Hibernation Functions ....... Security Measures .......... Computing on the Road ......... Battery Power ..........CD Drive ............PC Cards ............

  • 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 not be displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions. Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.

  • Page 3: Key Combinations

    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. NOTE The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running in high priority. After you log on to Windows, it will take some time until the key combinations will be operable.
  • Page 4 Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Set the parameters Use Fn key lock Add the check mark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function.

  • Page 5: Led Indicators

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

  • Page 6: Touch Pad

    Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. NOTE By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Therefore, do not use any implement which causes damage on the work surface. The double-tapping speed of the touch pad cannot be changed.
  • Page 7 Touch Pad Handling the Touch Pad Do not place any object on the work surface or press down forcefully with sharp- pointed objects (e.g. nails) or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g. pencils and ball point pens). Try to avoid having any harmful substances, such as oil, come in contact with the touch pad.

  • Page 8: 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 Where data is saved to Speed...
  • Page 9 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, [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.

  • Page 10: Using The Power Switch

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

  • Page 11: Resuming Operation

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation Press the power switch When [Standby]* or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] in [Control Panel]* - [Power Options] - [Advanced], the computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode when the LCD panel is closed. Opera- tion will resume when the LCD panel is opened.

  • Page 12: 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 15 be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
  • Page 13 CAUTION Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another...

  • Page 14: Setting The User Password

    CAUTION 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, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
  • Page 15 At [Caution], press Enter . To disable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Disable] and press Enter Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter CAUTION If your computer requires repair Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to set [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].
  • Page 16 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk Disabling the floppy disk operation makes it impossible to read and write a floppy disk and to start the computer from a floppy disk. This can prevent data from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally using a floppy disk.

  • Page 17: Computing On The Road

    Windows 2000 Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Four Important Points POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
  • Page 18 Computing on the Road Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) technology Windows 2000 By using the Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology applet, you can set the computer’ s performance to optimize power consumption. Starting up the Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology Select on the taskbar NOTE The icon differs depending on the current setting.

  • Page 19: 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 20 Battery Power Remaining Battery Level Confirmation by Alarm The computer can be set to notify of a low battery level, etc. using the following proce- dure. 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.
  • Page 21 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 22: 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-VZSU18A).

  • Page 23: Cd Drive

    CD Drive Usage Precautions Do not leave the tray in the open position or touch the lens area. Should the lens become soiled by dust or dirt, the unit may not read discs properly. Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position, doing so could damage the tray.
  • Page 24 <For Europe> Set to “2” Use of another region code or alteration of the region code invalidates the warranty. For more information, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If commercially available DVD playback software asks you the region code, set to the following: <For U.S.A.
  • Page 25 CD Drive Information for the CD-R/RW Drive (Model with a CD-R/RW Drive) Before using the drive for the first time, remove the protective sheet from the lens area. The protective sheet inside the drive delays the opening of the drive by about ten seconds.
  • Page 26 <For Europe> Set to “2” Use of another region code or alteration of the region code invalidates the warranty. For more information, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If commercially available DVD playback software asks you the region code, set to the following: <For U.S.A.
  • Page 27 <For Europe> Set to “2” Use of another region code or alteration of the region code invalidates the warranty. For more information, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If commercially available DVD playback software asks you the region code, set to the following: <For U.S.A.

  • Page 28: 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 One card can be used only in the slot 1.

  • Page 29: 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 hiberna- tion mode. When two PC Cards are inserted, perform the following procedure (from Step to Step for each of the two cards. Note that the operation of removing the PC Card may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or device connected to the PC Button...

  • Page 30: 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 unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM module specifications 200 pins, SO-DIMM, DDR-SDRAM, PC2100 Compliant Only a RAM module designed for PC2100 can be added.

  • Page 31: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB501). This device elimi- nates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when Expansion Bus Connector carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.

  • Page 32: Printer

    Printer Power off your computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. Connect the printer to your computer Parallel Port Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer Setting your printer Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Printers].

  • Page 33: 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 the external display port on your computer Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer When an external display is connected, the computer displays on both the internal LCD and the external display after Windows starts up re- gardless of [Display] setting in the Setup Utility.
  • Page 34 External Display NOTE If you change the resolution and/or color setting, be sure to restart the computer. There are some applications that cannot be used in the Dualview. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display.

  • Page 35: Usb Devices

    Input [c:\util\cpupower\setup.exe] in [start] - [Run] and select [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select [Performance] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU Idle Setting] and select [OK], then [Yes]. The computer will restart automatically. In [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options], select [Always On] in [Power Schemes] and select [OK].
  • Page 36 USB Devices 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. Windows 2000 Select on the taskbar and select the USB device, then select [Stop] Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 37: Ieee 1394 Devices

    IEEE 1394 Devices A digital video camcorder or other IEEE 1394 standard device can be connected to the computer. Connecting IEEE 1394 devices Turn on the computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) and the IEEE 1394 device Connect the IEEE 1394 device to the computer Refer to the instructions manual included with the IEEE 1394 devices.

  • Page 38: Modem

    Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines inserted in company offices. Do- ing so may lead to a fire or electric shock. It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines. ·...
  • Page 39 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 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 40: Lan

    When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend asking your system administrator or the person in charge of the network. Connecting LAN Power off your computer “...
  • Page 41 Wake up from LAN This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer on from a network server when the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. To use this function, it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN.

  • Page 42: 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 important data before the change. You can erase the data before changing the hard disk drive.

  • Page 43: 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, restart your computer.) If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password.

  • Page 44: 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 Video RAM: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: CD Drive Parameters : Default) * Select the language for displaying the Setup Util-...

  • Page 45: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial Port : [Enable] Parallel Port: [Enable] Mode: [ECP] Modem : [Enable] LAN: [Enable] Boot up from LAN: [Enable] 1394 Port: [Enable] (Display may differ depending on computer model.) Parameters : Default) Serial Port Disable Enable Parallel Port Disable Enable...

  • Page 46: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Security Menu Password on boot: [Enable] Display Boot Menu: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] Floppy Operation: [Enable] NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password; [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed.

  • Page 47: Boot Menu

    Setup Utility Boot Menu Floppy Drive Hard Disk Drive CD Drive The default order is as follows: [Floppy Drive] [Hard Disk Drive] [CD Drive] [LAN]. To move a device up by one in the order, select the device with ,and then press F6 .

  • Page 48: Technical Information

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

  • Page 49: 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 50: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays any of the below error messages other that the ones marked 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 51 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 52: Dealing With Problems

    (Advanced) When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor.
  • Page 53 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Starting Up (continued) When the previous item Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 43). This will restore the Setup Utility’s is not the cause settings to their default values (except the password settings). Try removing all peripheral devices. Check a disk error using the following procedure.
  • Page 54 Check the model number of the battery pack. CF-VZSU18 (blue tab) cannot be used with this computer. Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU18A, yel- low tab). If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The orange indicator Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits. The ambient tempera- blinks ture is outside the allowable range.
  • Page 55 Setup Utility [Enter Password] is dis- Enter the User Password or Supervisor Password. If you have forgotten it, contact played Panasonic Technical Support. [Advanced] or [Boot] Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. menu can not be regis- tered Some items in [Security] Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 56 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 57 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 Try testing another drive or media.
  • Page 58 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. PCE0112A_2K/XP...

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