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  • Page 1 Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-T2 Series Model No. 2000 We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

  • 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 the administrator authority to enable these functions. This manual covers two types of models, as distinguished by the type of LCD screen (models with touchscreen and models without touchscreen).
  • Page 3 Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand. About the terminology used in this manual and the Setup Utility concerning the internal LCD and an external display This manual and the [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/...

  • Page 4: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations quickly one after another. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) 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.
  • Page 5 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn + F3 Display change By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page This key combination does not work when [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen".
  • Page 6 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn + F4 Speaker on/off switch Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack. (MUTE) NOTE Disabling the speakers will also disable the warning beep.
  • Page 7 This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously. Popup windows display ON/OFF Run the Hotkey Settings. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].

  • Page 8: Set The Parameters

    Key Combinations Set the parameters. A. Use Fn key lock Add the check mark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function. The following Fn key lock function will then be enabled. To use Fn only once: Press Fn once. (Locked) Press another key for combination.

  • Page 9: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Power status Not lit Power off / Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode Battery pack status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed. Orange Charging in progress. Green Fully-charged. The battery level is very low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity).
  • Page 10 LED Indicators These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed. When the green NumLk light is on, if the Fn is pressed along with keys on certain other segments of (Numeric key) the keyboard, then those keys will operate as numeric keys. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.
  • Page 11 Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. CAUTION 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. A.
  • Page 12 Touch Pad Function Operation Dragging Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work surface. While holding down the button, moving your finger on the work surface. Scroll page 13 NOTE Refer to [Mouse Properties] for information on basic operations other than the above.
  • Page 13 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.
  • Page 14 Hints for Easier Touch Pad Operation You can change various touch pad settings using the following procedure: Windows XP [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] Windows 2000 [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] Settings can be changed for the following functions: •...
  • Page 15 In [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] - [General settings], add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and select [OK].
  • Page 16 [Exit]. 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 17 Touch Pad At the confirmation message asking if you want to enable the Touch Pad Utility, select [Yes]. When the setup is complete, will be displayed on the taskbar. 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).
  • Page 18 Touchscreen Only for models with touchscreen Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function 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 19 [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Windows 2000 Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

  • Page 20: Configuring The Touchscreen

    Touchscreen Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. Display [Mouse Properties] screen. Windows XP Select on the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]. Windows 2000 Select on the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in...
  • Page 21 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), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

  • Page 22: 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 documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 23 Standby/Hibernation Functions From the shut down screen • Standby Windows XP In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By]. Windows 2000 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by] and select [OK]. • Hibernation Windows XP In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift , then select [Hibernate]. Windows 2000 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Hibernate] and select [OK].
  • Page 24 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Be sure to 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 25: Using The Power Switch

    Standby/Hibernation Functions Avoid the following: • Touching the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (o ), or nly for models with touchscreen power switch. • Using external mouse or other peripheral devices • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor. • Closing or opening the display. In standby or hibernation mode Do not insert or remove peripherals;...
  • Page 26 Standby/Hibernation Functions NOTE When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] in the following menu, the computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode when the display is closed. Windows XP [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]...
  • Page 27 Standby/Hibernation Functions power switch for more than four seconds and do not release it, a second beep will sound and the power will be turned off forcibly. Data not previously saved will be lost. When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination , there will be no beep sound.

  • Page 28: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use You do not want your computer to be used Supervisor Password ( page without permission User Password ( page SD Memory Card Security Function page You do not want the data on the hard disk to Hard Disk Lock (...
  • Page 29 Security Measures When you do not want your computer to be used without permission You should set your "Supervisor Password" and "User Password" (The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set). If you set the password and set [Password on boot] to [Enable], your computer cannot be accessed without the password.
  • Page 30 Security Measures NOTE When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable], the password is not necessary when the computer is started up, but the password becomes necessary when the Setup Utility is started up. This alternative makes it possible to prevent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed.
  • Page 31 Security Measures CAUTION Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact your technical support office. 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 32 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 To disable the User Password, start up the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 33 Security Measures 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. NOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
  • Page 34 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 35 Security Measures CAUTION If your computer requires repair • Be sure to set [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].

  • Page 36: Computing On The Road

    Computing on the Road Saving 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 •...
  • Page 37 [Important Tips] for using the battery pack. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Windows 2000 Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
  • Page 38 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 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 39: Battery Power

    Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Battery Indicator Battery Status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed. Charging in progress. Orange Fully-charged. Green The battery level is very low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity).
  • Page 40 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power There are two methods to check the remaining battery power. Press Fn + F9 . (After logging on to Windows) Check the number of lighting LED indicators. (When the power is off or in standby/ hibernation mode) ( page NOTE...
  • Page 41 Battery Power Check the number of lighting LED indicators (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode) You can view the number of lighting LED indicators (B) to check the remaining battery capacity when the AC adaptor is not connected and you slide the power switch (A) with the display closed and the latch locked.
  • Page 42 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to When remaining battery capacity falls to 5% [Critical battery alarm] [Low battery alarm] Displays a message indicating the low Displays a message indicating the low battery level.
  • Page 43 Battery Power Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions. When disabling the speaker by pressing Fn + F4 , the sound alarm is also disabled. A. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in [Alarms] - [Alarm Action]: Windows XP Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops...
  • Page 44 Battery Power At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . Once the battery indicator turns green, the battery pack will be completely discharged. It takes approximately 3 hours until the power automatically goes off through the complete discharge of the battery from the fully charged state. Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns green.

  • Page 45: Insert The Battery Pack

    Battery Power Insert the battery pack. Make sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, then slide it in the direction of the arrow, and then check to ensure that the battery pack is held firmly by the latches on the left and right sides. CAUTION Be sure the battery pack is properly connected to the connector.
  • Page 46 SD-MovieStage SD-MovieStage makes it possible to record the multimedia contents stored on your hard disk drive or various other media onto an SD memory card. Setting Up the SD-MovieStage For U.S.A. and Canada Windows XP Select [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\sdmovie\setup.exe], then select [OK].
  • Page 47 CAUTION Be sure to log on with the administrator authority when running the SD-MovieStage. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [SD- MovieStage]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD-MovieStage] - [SD- MovieStage].
  • Page 48 PC Cards 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 49: 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 (A) 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).

  • Page 50: 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 hibernation mode. 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 Card, such as when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer.

  • Page 51: Sd Memory Card/Multimedia Card

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card About 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 services. 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 52: Data Transfer Rate

    54) is lit. 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.) We recommend backing up important data to another storage medium.

  • Page 53: Multimedia Card (Mmc)

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) The MultiMedia Card can be used in ways such as the following. Use to exchange data with devices equipped with a MultiMedia Card slot. Use as a memory card. (The MultiMedia Card can be used as a drive for storing files, etc.) This computer may be unable to use MultiMedia Cards under some conditions;...

  • Page 54: Removing The Card

    SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Removing the Card When you press the card, it will come out of the slot a little bit. Now pull it all the way out. CAUTION When removing the card, always press it and allow it to come out a little bit before you remove it.
  • Page 55 Windows 2000 [Start] How to change drive names Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Drive Name Change Tool]. Select in [New drive name], select the drive name, and select [OK]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Drive Name Change Tool].
  • Page 56 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card SD Memory Card Security Function When you initialize an SD memory card, you can provide the card a security function. You can insert an SD memory card instead of entering a password for purposes such as the following.
  • Page 57 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Start the SD card setup program. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD memory card has not been inserted, the following message appears: [Set the SD card in place].
  • Page 58 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Change the settings as necessary. Operation differs depending on the setting in step If you add the check mark for [Use when starting computer] in step Up to two SD memory cards can be registered for a single computer. The Supervisor Password must be set to register.
  • Page 59 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card If you add the check mark for [Use when logging on to Windows] in step The Windows logon user name and password are registered in the SD memory card. To register, the Windows logon user name and password must be set in [Control Panel] in advance.

  • Page 60: 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)] Insert the SD memory card.
  • Page 61 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card CAUTION If the card is set for [Use when logging on to Windows] When you are logging on to Windows or trying to resume computer while the screensaver is active, if the SD memory card indicator is blinking, enter the password through the keyboard without removing the SD memory card.
  • Page 62 When [Removable disk] appears, select [Take no action], then select [OK]. Start the SD card setup program. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup].
  • Page 63 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card 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 password 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 64 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Setting for this SD card (Settings for the SD memory card currently in use) 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 password entry in order to start the computer.
  • Page 65 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Select [OK]. Operation differs depending on the setting in step If you add the check mark for [Use the SD card when starting the computer] or [Use when starting the computer] in step Up to two SD memory cards can be registered for a single computer. The Supervisor Password must be set to register.
  • Page 66 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card If you add the check mark for [Use when logging on to Windows] in step The Windows logon user name and password are registered in the SD memory card. To register, the Windows logon user name and password must be set in [Control Panel] in advance.

  • Page 67: 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 ( ⇒ Operating Instructions ”Specifications”) 172 pins, Micro DIMM, 2.5 V, DDR SDRAM, PC2100 CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.
  • Page 68 RAM Module Insert/Remove RAM module. Inserting the RAM module Match the notch (E) in the RAM module (C) with the protrusion at the edge of the slot (D), and insert the module diagonally. Insert it firmly until the gold colored terminals are no longer visible. Press the module down until the right and left hooks lock into place.

  • Page 69: External Display

    External Display Power off your computer. ( ⇒ Operating Instructions “Starting Up/Shutting Down”) Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function. Connect the external display. Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your computer. Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer.
  • Page 70 External Display When the external display is used alone, set the number of colors, resolution, or refresh rate to suit the external display. These settings are separate from when the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously. When the computer is set to [Intel(R) Dual Display Clone] mode, MPEG and other video files may not be played back smoothly, depending on the size of the video playback screen.
  • Page 71 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; Display [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] screen.
  • Page 72 External Display When changing the primary device ([1]) and secondary device ([2]), be sure to change them in the following menu. If you use other procedures, the window may not be displayed properly. Windows XP Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices].
  • Page 73 External Display When the display domain for the Extended Desktop is changed, there are cases the wallpaper and icons become displaced. Wallpaper: Change the setting for the wallpaper. Icons: Run the command to automatically realign the icons. (Auto Arrange) When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g., when changing the theme in [Appearance and Themes] of [Control Panel]) An error may occur when resuming from the standby or hibernation mode.

  • Page 74: Connecting Usb Devices

    USB Devices Connecting/Removing USB devices Connecting USB devices Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device. You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices.

  • Page 75: Removing Usb Devices

    USB Devices Windows 2000 When the computer enters standby or hibernation mode and then resumes while a USB 1.1 device (e.g., USB floppy disk drive (optional)) is connected, a device disconnection warning message may appear on the screen, but this will not impede the computer's operation.

  • Page 76: Usb Floppy Disk Drive

    USB Devices USB Floppy Disk Drive Note the following when using a optional USB floppy disk drive (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. Use care when handling floppy disks.
  • Page 77 Modem Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack CAUTION Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed 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 78 Modem Windows XP When creating a new connection via the New Connection Wizard, the following error message may be displayed: [System error 1717 has occurred. The interface is unknown.] This will not affect the operation of the computer. Disregard this error message.
  • Page 79 Modem Concerning the setting for [System standby] • Roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for [System standby] elapses even during communications, and cuts off the communications.

  • Page 80: Connect The Cable

    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 CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port. Power off your computer.
  • Page 81 NOTE If you are unable to connect to the network (when the indicator of your HUB unit does not light): Display [Device Manager] screen. Windows XP Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Windows 2000 Select [Device Manager] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware].
  • Page 82 Windows 2000 Select [Device Manager] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware]. Select the network adaptor name you are using from [Network adapters]. Select [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby.] and [Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power.], then select [OK].

  • Page 83: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections. CAUTION Communication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna. Do not block the antenna area (A) with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio signals.
  • Page 84 Wireless LAN To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN ( page 28). If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption. We recommend turning the wireless LAN off when it is not used or out of range ( page...
  • Page 85 Wireless LAN Select [Networks] and select [Add]. Enter the profile name and network name (SSID), and then make other necessary changes, then select [Next]. For Hong Kong Use only one-byte alphanumeric characters when entering the profile name. Make necessary changes and select [Finish]. Select [OK].
  • Page 86 Wireless LAN Check the Communication Status Double-click on the taskbar to check the communication status. For more information about how to use the Intel PROSet, refer to [Help] in the menu bar. If the function fails to operate correctly Read the operating instructions for the access point carefully and check the settings. The access point fails to be displayed in [Available Networks] Select the profile you are using, and select [Advanced] in [Networks].
  • Page 87 Wireless LAN The IP address of the access point is wrong Following the operating instructions of the access point, set the IP address of the access point again correctly.

  • Page 88: Setup Utility

    Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When a User Password is entered, some contents cannot be changed. (...
  • Page 89 Setup Utility NOTE When setting date and time, Tab can be used to move the cursor. Information Menu Language: [English] Model No.: CF-xxxxxxxxx Serial No.: xxxxxxxxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx CPU Speed: xxx MHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB...
  • Page 90 Setup Utility Main Menu System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] Touch Pad: [Enable] Display: [Simultaneous] Display Expansion: [Enable] Time is shown in 24-hr. style. Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year. Parameters : Default) Touch Pad Disable Enable External Monitor Display Internal LCD Simultaneous...
  • Page 91 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Modem: [Enable] LAN: [Enable] Boot up from LAN: [Enable] Wireless LAN: [Enable] Legacy USB Support: [Enable] NOTE [Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password. Parameters : Default) Modem Disable Enable...
  • Page 92 Setup Utility Security Menu Password on boot: [Enable] SD Startup: [Disable] Clear registered SD card: [Enter] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Setup Utility Prompt: [Enable] Boot First 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;...
  • Page 93 Setup Utility Set Supervisor Password To the sub-menu Setup Utility Prompt Disable Enable Boot First Menu Disable Enable Disable Hard Disk Lock Enable User Password Protection No Protection Protected To the sub-menu Set User Password This is displayed only when an SD memory card has been registered. However, [SD Startup] and [SD Setting Method] cannot be set if [Password on boot] is set to [Disable].
  • Page 94 The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on, and Esc is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection display) will appear. When the setting of [Boot] menu is changed, the selection screen display will also change.
  • Page 95 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values Refresh Battery Hard Disk Backup / Restore Parameters Save Values & Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.

  • Page 96: Technical Information

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

  • Page 97: Dmi Viewer

    CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Windows XP Select [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. Windows 2000 Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown left is displayed.

  • Page 98: 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 99 List of Error Codes 0270 Real time clock error Real-time clock fails BIOS test. Requires repair of system board. 0271 Check date and time settings Real-time clock is illegal. Run Setup and set the date and clock. *0280 Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used Previous POST did not complete successfully.

  • Page 100: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    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. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status ( page 112).
  • Page 101 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Starting Up When resuming from the standby or Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does hibernation mode, [Enter Password] not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. does not appear even if a password If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation has been set in the Setup Utility...
  • Page 102 Select [Tools] - [Check Now]. Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot 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 103 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness. Note, however, that when the When the battery pack is used, the screen is darker than when the AC brightness is increased, the battery running time will become shorter. adaptor is connected Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and when it is disconnected.

  • Page 104: Shutting Down

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display For Hong Kong Is the application a non-Unicode program? When non-Unicode programs are Application is not displayed properly, run on Windows XP, you must select the language appropriate to that program. or characters are garbled Set [Language for non-Unicode programs] in [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Regional and Language Options] - [Advanced].

  • Page 105: Battery Indicator

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Battery Indicator The red indicator lights The battery level is very low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer.

  • Page 106: Connecting Peripherals

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Network Unable to connect to a network Confirm that either [Modem], [LAN] or [Wireless LAN] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility. 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 107 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not work Make sure a driver is installed. Contact the manufacturer of the product. When operation resumes from the standby or hibernation mode, devices such as a mouse, modem or PC Cards may not function properly. In such cases, you will need to restart your computer or reinitialize the individual devices.
  • Page 108 Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed. USB floppy disk drives do not work as Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) can be used. a boot drive Make sure [Legacy USB Support] is enable in the Setup Utility.

  • Page 109: Disk Operations

    PC card Follow the on-screen instructions. (e.g., unstable video images when Select [Performance] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU writing videos to a DV camera using Idle Setting] and select [OK], then select [Yes].

  • Page 110: Touchscreen (Only For Models With Touchscreen)

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Touch Pad Unable to input using the touch pad Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]? When external mouse drivers are installed (e.g., IntelliMouse), the touch pad may not be used. Has the touch pad driver been properly installed? Touchscreen (only for models with touchscreen) Unable to input by touching the display...

  • Page 111: Fast User Switching Function

    Dealing with Problems (Advanced) SD Card Setup (SD memory card security function) Cannot log on with the SD memory Windows logon user name and password are not set in the SD memory card card correctly. Enter the Windows user name and password without using the SD memory card.

  • Page 112: Running Pc Information Viewer

    [Not Found].) Running PC Information Viewer Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer].

  • Page 113: Save A Copy Of The Screen To A File

    You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure. Windows XP Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy]. Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy].
  • Page 114 • 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. PCE0126B_2K/XP...

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