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

    ® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-R1 Series Model No. Contents 2000 Read Me First ............. Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Touch Pad ............Standby/Hibernation Functions ....Security Measures .......... Computing on the Road ......... Battery Power ..........SD-MovieStage............PC Cards ............SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card ....

  • 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 while using the touch pad (external mouse) or other keys. NOTE Do not press the following key combinations until you log on to Windows and the hard disk drive indicator turns off. Note, however, that the key combinations Fn + F1 , Fn + F2 and Fn + F3 are operable in the Setup Utility.
  • Page 4 Key Combinations Popup Window Functions Function Descriptions (Displayed after log- ging on to Windows) Power off using Pressing this key combination causes the current status Fn + F7 the standby func- of the computer to be saved to memory, and powers off tion the computer.
  • Page 5 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 6: Led Indicators

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

  • Page 7: 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. Function Operation Work Surface...
  • Page 8 Touch Pad Using the Touch Pad Utility The Touch Pad Utility enables you to scroll easily by tracing a circle around the touch pad. NOTE Depending on the application software, the scroll operation may differ, or the scroll function may not operate properly. How to Scroll Select the screen you want to scroll Position the cursor over the area you want to scroll...
  • Page 9 • If is not displayed on the taskbar, display it using the following procedure. In [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting] - [General settings], add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and select [OK].
  • Page 10 In [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad Utility Setting] - [General settings], add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and select [OK].
  • Page 11 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 12: 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. Upon restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs, or docu- ments that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 13 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 14: 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 15: Resuming Operation

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation Slide the power switch When [Standby]* or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] in the following* , the computer will enter either the standby or hiber- nation mode when the LCD panel is closed.

  • Page 16: 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 Supervisor Password below to be used without permission User Password SD Memory Card Se- page 31 curity Function page 19...
  • Page 17 Security Measures Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling) Run the Setup Utility page Using either , select [Security] Using either , select [Set Supervisor Password] and press Enter <Only when the Supervisor Password has been set> Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press Enter Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press Enter...

  • Page 18: Setting The User Password

    Security Measures Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling) NOTE When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password can not be set. Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page Run the Setup Utility page Using either , select [Security]...
  • Page 19 Security Measures When you do not want the data 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, since a password is also set for the hard disk.

  • Page 20: Computing On The Road

    You can also view important tips using the following procedure. Windows 2000 [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] Windows XP [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] Four Important Points Be sure to charge your battery before and after use. POINT...
  • Page 21 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 22: Battery Power

    Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Battery Indicator Battery Status Orange* Charging Green* Fully-charged Battery charge is low (the charge is less than approx. 9% ca- pacity) Blinking red* Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adap- tor, then connect them again.
  • Page 23 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Capacity When the Power is Off or in Standby/ Hibernation Mode You can view the battery indicator light to check the remaining battery capacity when the AC adaptor is not connected and you slide the power switch with the display closed and the latch locked.
  • Page 24 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 25: 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-VZSU24).

  • Page 26: Sd-Moviestage

    Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [SD- MovieStage] Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [SD- MovieStage] NOTE The screensaver may not work while SD-MovieStage is running. For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the SD- MovieStage.

  • Page 27: Pc Cards

    PC Cards Your computer has one PC Card slot. This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card. CAUTION Check the PC Cards’ specifications. Be sure the total operating current does not exceed the specified limit.

  • Page 28: Inserting A Pc Card

    PC Cards Inserting/Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card Simply slide the PC Card in with label-side up until it snaps into place Refer to the operation manual of each card on how to insert the card. After the card is inserted, bend the eject button. CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, etc.): Connect the peripheral device to the card.

  • Page 29: Sd Memory Card/Multimedia Card

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card How to Use the SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card SD Memory Card The SD memory card is a small, lightweight memory card developed using advanced copyright protection technology which is compatible with content on-demand ser- vices. The SD memory card may be used in ways such as the following. Write music data (checkout) to the card and listen to the music.

  • Page 30: Inserting The Card

    Do not remove the card or turn off the device while data is being read from or written to the card. Doing so can destroy data stored in the card. (Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect.)
  • Page 31 Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card setup]. Windows XP Select [start] - [All programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. NOTE 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 select [Retry].
  • Page 32 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Select the functions you want to use and the SD memory card setting method, then select [Next] Use when starting computer: Add the check mark if you want to use the SD memory card instead of a pass- word entry in order to start the computer.

  • Page 33: Using An Sd Memory Card

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Using an SD Memory Card An SD memory card that has been initialized (SD Card Setup) can be used as described below. If the card is set for [Use when starting computer] When the screen on the left appears… <If [Leave set] was selected in step for “Initialization (SD Card Setup)”>...
  • Page 34 When [Removable disk] appears, select [Take no action], then select [OK]. Start the SD Card Setup program Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card setup]. Windows XP Select [start] - [All programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. (To next page)
  • Page 35 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Change the settings as necessary Setting for this computer [Use the SD card when starting the computer]: Add the check mark if you want to use the SD memory card instead of a pass- word entry in order to start the computer. Removing the check mark erases the information pertaining to all SD memory cards currently registered on the computer.
  • Page 36 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Setting for this SD card (Settings for the SD memory card currently in use) NOTE If no SD memory card is inserted, all of the fields under [Setting for this SD card] are grayed out and none of them can be selected. [Use when starting the computer]: Add the check mark if you want to use the SD memory card instead of a pass- word entry in order to start the computer.

  • Page 37: Ram Module

    RAM Module Inserting additional RAM modules and increasing memory will enable you to run Win- dows and application software more rapidly, and to increase overall operating efficiency. 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 be- come unusable or the computer may not operate properly.

  • Page 38: External Display

    External Display Use the included VGA conversion cable to connect an external display. Power off your computer “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. Attach the core “First-time Operation”) Connect the VGA conversion cable to the external display port on your computer VGA Conversion Cable Connect the external display to the VGA conversion cable...

  • Page 39: Extended Desktop

    External Display About [Intel® Extreme Graphics] The selection of the display destination, adjustment of the brightness and con- trast can be done in the following procedure: Windows 2000 [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Intel® Extreme Graphics] - [Devices] Windows XP [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel®...
  • Page 40 External Display Precautions 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 application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when performed the next time if the position of the ex- tended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed.

  • Page 41: Usb Devices

    USB Devices You can use a wide range of USB-compatible peripheral devices, including floppy disk drives, printers, and image scanners. Connecting/Removing USB devices Connecting USB devices Connect the USB device to your computer For information on how to connect to the USB device or install the driver, refer to the operation manual of the USB device NOTE The operating speed for USB 2.0 devices connected to the port on the right...

  • Page 42: Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    USB Devices USB Floppy Disk Drive Note the following when using a USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03). Do not power off your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button while the floppy disk drive being accessed. Doing so may damage the data on the floppy disk and render the floppy disk useless.

  • Page 43: Modem

    Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines inserted 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 44 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 45: 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 46 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 47: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility Slide the power switch, and immediately hold down F2 Release the key when the Setup Utility starts up If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When a User Password is entered, some contents cannot be changed ( page 16).

  • Page 48: Information Menu

    Setup Utility Information Menu Language: [English] Model No: CF-xxxxxx Serial No: xxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx CPU Speed: xxx MHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Parameters : Default) Language English Japanese Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility. Main Menu System Time: [xx:xx:xx]...

  • Page 49: Advanced Menu

    Setup Utility Advanced Menu Modem: [Enable] LAN: [Enable] Boot up from LAN: [Enable] Legacy USB Support: [Enable] Video Power Saving Mode: [Battery Optimized] Parameters : Default) Modem Disable Enable Disable Enable Boot up from LAN* Disable Enable Legacy USB Support* Disable Enable Video Power Saving Mode...

  • Page 50: Security Menu

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

  • Page 51: Boot Menu

    This is displayed even if a floppy disk drive or CD drive is not connected. Connect the drive to the port on the left side. The following drive can be used for startup (recommended). Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) For U.S.A. and Canada Panasonic CD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1) This is not displayed when [LAN] is set to [Disable] on [Advanced] menu.

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 select an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

  • Page 54: List Of Error Codes

    List of Error Codes The following is a list of the messages that BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured.
  • Page 55 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 56: Dealing With Problems

    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 your technical support office. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor.
  • Page 57 Select [Tools] - [Check Now]. Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] screen disappears, and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Option Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.
  • Page 58 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display (continued) When [Video Power Saving Mode] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility is set to Cannot select high re- fresh rate on the external [Max Performance], the following modes can be selected. display 1024 × 768 dots: 120 Hz 1280 ×...
  • Page 59 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Keyboard Check whether the indicator is on. If it is on, the computer is in ten-key keyboard Only numbers can be in- putted mode. To disable the ten-key mode, press NumLk . Check whether the indicator is on.
  • Page 60 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals (continued) A PC Card does not work Make sure the card is properly inserted. Confirm that the card conforms to the PC Card Standard. Note that after a driver (PC Card driver or other) is installed, the computer must be restarted.
  • Page 61 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Touch Pad Unable to input using the Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]? touch pad When external mouse drivers are installed, the touch pad is unable to be used. Has the touch pad driver been properly installed? Cannot set the edge mo- [Perform EdgeMotion only when dragging] in [Pointer Motion] - [EdgeMotion].
  • Page 62 Intel is either a registered trademark or trademark of Intel Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark. ® ® 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. PCE0102C_2K/XP...

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