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  • Page 1 Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-W2 Series Model No. For backup proposes Panasonic recommends that this Reference Manual be printed. To magnify the screen display of this Reference Manual To magnify the icon display (for example, etc.
  • Page 2 Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items on your computer. This should make the explanations easier to understand If a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in this manual.
  • Page 3 Read Me First Illustrations and Terminology in this Reference Manual NOTE NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury. Enter This illustration means to press the Enter key. Fn+F5 This illustration means to press and hold the Fn key, then press the F5 key.
  • Page 4 Read Me First About Display Mode Internal LCD (Notebook) This computer's display External Display (Monitor) External display connected to this computer Simultaneous Display To display the same screen on both the LCD and (Intel(R) Dual Display Clone) external display Extended Desktop To use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain.
  • Page 5 How to Use this Reference Manual In this Reference Manual, you can use the following method to display the desired page, or search for a page using a text string. (The screen shown is only an example.) If the bottom of the screen is hidden at the notification area, expand the window to its maximum size.
  • Page 6 How to Use this Reference Manual Magnify this Reference Manual Display If the characters, icons, etc. in the Reference Manual are too small and too difficult to see, you can magnify them as follows. Click to use Zoom In Tools To magnify the display and make it easier to see, position the cursor and click on the segment you want to expand.
  • Page 7 How to Use this Reference Manual Tools for displaying contents at a selected magnification E. Actual Size: Click to display contents at the size used when the Reference Manual is opened from the [start] menu. F. Fit In Window: Click to display the contents for a single page. G.
  • Page 8 Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations. A. Work Surface (touch pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button Function Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work surface.
  • Page 9 Using the Touch Pad NOTE You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse buttons using [Mouse Properties] screen To display [Mouse Properties]: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] Sensitivity when touching the touch pad can be adjusted ( page When an external mouse is connected and the cursor does not operate properly: In the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable].
  • Page 10 Using the Touch Pad Lift up your finger, and place it in the area around the Touch Pad position in the figure). When you touch the scroll startup area on the touch pad, the icon on the notifica- tion area will change to the icon.
  • Page 11 Using the Touch Pad NOTE You can change various touch pad settings using the following procedure: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings]. Changeable settings are: • Use Touch Pad function (On/Off) • Display icon in task tray (On/Off) •...
  • Page 12 Using the Touch Pad If the icon is not displayed on the notification area: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Touch Pad utility settings] - [General settings]. Add a check mark for [Display icon in task tray] and click [OK].
  • Page 13 Using the Touch Pad Click [OK] at [Mouse Properties]. NOTE To begin using the Touch Pad utility again: Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. Click [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\touchpad\setup.exe], then click [OK]. Click [Next] at the welcome message. Click [Finish].
  • Page 14 Using the Touch Pad Adjusting the Sensitivity when Touching the Touch Pad Adjust [PalmCheck] and [Touch Sensitivity] using the following procedure: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] - [Device Settings]. Click the device name in [Devices] (e.g. Synaptics TouchPad), then click [Settings].
  • Page 15 Using the Touch Pad PalmCheck ™ When operating the keyboard, if your hand touches the touch pad unintentionally causing the cursor to move, adjust the sensitivity using "PalmCheck™" • By dragging slide bar (A) to the [Maximum] position, you can prevent the cursor from moving unintentionally •...
  • Page 16 Using the Fn Key If you press a key for a character or symbol contained in a frame while pressing the Fn key the funtion for the character or the symbol contained in that frame will be executed. 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) or other keys...
  • Page 17 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F1 LCD brightness control (Fn+F1 = down / Fn+F2 = up) Fn+F2 The brightness setting is stored in 2 memory loca- tions, one for AC operation and one for battery operation.
  • Page 18 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up 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 Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be muted...
  • Page 19 Using the Fn Key Functions Pop-up Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F9 Remaining capacity of the battery pack When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Fn+F10 Forcing the hibernation function Pressing this key combination causes the current...
  • Page 20 120), read with Fn and Ctrl reversed Run the Hotkey Settings. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings]. 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.
  • Page 21 Using the Fn Key [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area. C. Disable popup Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF. "Full Screen" of [Command Prompt] or MPEG files may change to a window display if Fn+Fx keys are pressed.
  • Page 22 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status Power indicator Not lit Power off / Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode Battery pack indicator page 27 Caps Lock indicator This indicator lights green when the Caps Lock key is pressed.
  • Page 23 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status This indicator lights green when the NumLk NumLk indicator (Ten-key mode) key is pressed. Part of the keyboard (see figure below) will func- tion as a ten-key numeric input. When the green light is on, if the Fn key is pressed along with keys on certain other segments of the keyboard, then those keys will operate as numeric keys.
  • Page 24 Confirm the Status Using the LEDs Indicators Indicators Name Status SD memory card indicator This indicator lights when the SD memory card or MultiMedia Card is accessed.
  • Page 25 Battery Power Precautions about the Battery Pack Maintenance Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly Do not allow the battery pack to get wet If the battery is damaged and battery fluid leaks out entering the eyes, immediately flush with large volumes of water and contact your doctor...
  • Page 26 Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which is necessary for computing away from your home or office To see [Important Tips], double-click the icon on the desktop, or click [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
  • Page 27 Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Battery Indicator Battery Status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or no charging. Charging in progress. Orange Fully charged. Green The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).
  • Page 28 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power There are three methods to check the remaining battery power. Press the Fn+F9 key. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the Windows Power Meter. (After logging on to Windows)( page Check the number of bright LEDs. (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode)( page NOTE...
  • Page 29 Battery Power Press the Fn+F9 key to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen (After logging on to Windows) When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Check the Remaining Battery Power and Remaining Time using the Windows Power Meter (After logging on to Windows) Display by double-clicking the...
  • Page 30 Battery Power Check the Number of Bright LEDs (When the power is off or in standby/hibernation mode) You can view the remaining battery capacity using the following procedure. Close the display and confirm that the latch is locked. Disconnect the AC adaptor. Slide the power switch (A) and count the number of bright LEDs (B).
  • Page 31 Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low The following is factory default setting. When remaining battery capacity falls to 10% When remaining battery capacity falls to 5% [Low battery alarm] [Critical battery alarm] Displays a message indicating the low Displays a message indicating the low battery level battery level...
  • Page 32 Battery Power A. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in [Alarms] - [Alarm Action]: Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops responding]. B. Set the value for [Critical battery alarm] to 5% or more. This is necessary for the standby or hibernation function to be completed (assuring data is saved) when the battery level is low.
  • Page 33 Battery Power Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity (Battery Recalibration) The battery pack has a function (Battery Recalibration) for measuring, storing and learning about battery capacity. Using the "Battery Recalibration" function to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged.
  • Page 34 Battery Power Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns green. Approximately 4.5 hours. Charging Time: Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and if performance is not recovered even after exe- cuting Battery Recalibration, we recommend that the battery be replaced.
  • Page 35 Battery Power Insert the battery pack. Slide the left-side latch (locked manually: A) to the unlock position ( ). Making sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Slide the left-side latch (A) to the lock position ( ), and then check to ensure that the battery pack is held firmly.
  • Page 36 Computing on the Road One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. Following is information on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points •...
  • Page 37 Computing on the Road Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external mouse, etc.) when not in use Set [CD/DVD Drive Speed] to [Low] ( page 120) When using this computer with the battery pack only • We recommend against using applications that place a significant load on the CPU Some screensavers place a large burden on the CPU even when you are not operating the computer We recommend that you do not use a screensaver...
  • Page 38 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. When 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 39 Standby/Hibernation Functions From the shutdown screen • Standby In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], click [Stand By] • Hibernation In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold the Shift key, then click [Hibernate] NOTE If a disk formatted with B’s CLiP is inserted into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (while the icon is displayed on the notification area), the computer will not enter standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 40 Standby/Hibernation Functions Precautions Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Save any unsaved data and save any files you may be editing When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD 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 41 Standby/Hibernation Functions • Closing or opening the display It may take one or two minutes to enter standby or hibernation mode In standby or hibernation mode Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that power is consumed.
  • Page 42 Standby/Hibernation Functions At the beep sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you continue to slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the computer will emit a second beep then power off. Data not previously saved will be lost. Even when [When I press the power button on my computer] is set to [Shut down] with [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], if you slide the power switch for more than four seconds and do not...
  • Page 43 Standby/Hibernation Functions Resuming Operation CAUTION Until resuming is complete (requires about 15 seconds, or 60 seconds if connected to a network, after the display returns), avoid the following: • Touching the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, or power switch •...
  • Page 44 Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use You do not want the settings in the Setup Supervisor Password ( page Utility to be changed User Password ( page You do not want your computer to be Password on boot (...
  • Page 45 Security Measures Operation"), a message will be displayed when the wrong password is entered Reset the password according to the message. If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstallation set up Windows and reset the password. Limited user’s password: Ask your system administrator 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 46 Security Measures Using either the key or the key, select [Set Supervisor Enter Password] and press the key. Only when the Supervisor Password has been set: Enter Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press the key. Enter Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press the key.
  • Page 47 Security Measures NOTE When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password cannot 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 Run the Setup Utility.
  • Page 48 Security Measures When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without permission: Set [User Password Protection] using the following procedure: Using the key and the key, select [User Password Protection] and press the Enter key. key, select [Protected] and press the Enter key. Using either the key or the Enter...
  • Page 49 Security Measures Select [Enable] or [Disable]. To enable the Password on boot: key, select [Enable] and press the Enter key Using the key and the To disable the Password on boot key, select [Disable] and press the Enter key Using the key and the Enter Press the...
  • Page 50 Security Measures Set the Windows Log-on Password If the Windows log-on password is set, a password input screen will be displayed when you log-on to Windows. To set the password, it is necessary to first create a log-on user. To set a password after the log-on user has been created, execute step , and then execute steps .
  • Page 51 Security Measures Click on the account for which the password will be set. If you are logging on to Windows as a limited user, the screen of step will be displayed. Refer to step Click [Create a password]. Input the password, and then click [Create Password]. NOTE If the check mark has been removed from [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -...
  • Page 52 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 53 Security Measures Select [Enable] or [Disable]. To enable the Hard Disk Lock: Select [Enable] and press the Enter key. At [Caution], press the Enter key To disable the Hard Disk Lock: Select [Disable] and press the Enter key Enter Press the key and select [Yes], then press the key.
  • Page 54 Running the SD-MovieStage CAUTION Be sure to log-on to Windows with the administrator authority when running the SD- MovieStage Click [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 55 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Usage Precautions Before using the drive Do not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to excessive smoke that may leave a residue, e.g., oil smoke or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the drive lens When opening/closing the disk cover When the computer is on, be sure to use the open lever on the left side of the computer or...
  • Page 56 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Do not leave the disk cover in the open position or touch the lens. Under some conditions, dust may build up on the lens, or on a disk. This may result in a read or write malfunction Be careful not to do any of the following when the disk cover is open: •...
  • Page 57 About CD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection, disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly CDs supported in this computer •...
  • Page 58 About CD Media Type and logo mark Functions available ( : yes; : no (disk specs)) Read Write Rewrite Play Writer software is required (B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP has been installed in this computer) CD-RW Be sure to use disks that conform to the proper write speeds ( page...
  • Page 59 About CD Media When Using CD-R or CD-RW Disks When using CD-R or CD-RW disks, read the description on the disk package. When writing to CD-R/RW disks To write CD-R/RW disks, CD-R/RW writer software is required. "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP"...
  • Page 60 About CD Media • CD-RW /High-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. RICOH Co., Ltd. • Ultra-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. To Avoid Damaging Disks Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched Do not allow disks to become dirty or scratched Do not place or store disks in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust...
  • Page 61 About DVD Media Do not use disks that have become deformed, warped, or are not completely round Depending on the condition (record quality, a crack, dirt, modification, copy protection, DVD recorder or disk maker used when creating the disk, etc.) of a disk, it may not be possible to be read it correctly DVDs supported in this computer •...
  • Page 62 About DVD Media Functions available ( : yes; ×: no; Type and logo mark : no (disk specs)) Read / Play Write / Software is required to play DVD videos Rewrite (WinDVD has been installed in this computer) DVD-RW Data 4.7G 9.4G Video...
  • Page 63 About DVD Media When Using DVD-ROM Disks DVD playback software is required to play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files. WinDVD is installed at the time of purchase ( page About Regions Setting The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video.
  • Page 64 About DVD Media NOTE [Confirm Region] will also be displayed if a DVD-Video with one region code is inserted into a drive for which another region code has already been set To Avoid Damaging Disks Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it). This can cause the disk to become dirty or scratched Do not allow disks to become dirty or scratched Do not place or store disks in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust...
  • Page 65 Inserting a Disk CAUTION When inserting or removing a disk, be careful not to touch the drive lens Slide the open lever (A) while the computer's power is on. The disk cover will open slightly. Raise the disk cover a little. The disk cover will open up to about 70 degrees.
  • Page 66 Inserting a Disk Removing Hold down on the center spindle (C) and gently lift up on the edge of the disk. Close the disk cover. NOTE When using B's Recorder or B’s CLiP: page 73 If a hand is on the disk cover or the display is closed, and the disk cover cannot open, the drive will not be accessed correctly.
  • Page 67 Watching DVD Video WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. Here you will find explanations and general information on precautions to take, and how to access the online manual. Refer to the online manual for the detailed use of the software application. page Running WinDVD You can run WinDVD using either of the following procedures:...
  • Page 68 Watching DVD Video Take steps to ensure that no other player software is allowed to coexist with WinDVD. It may not be possible to play images properly if any player software other than WinDVD is installed. There are some DVD-Videos available on the market that work by installing their own player software.
  • Page 69 Watching DVD Video SUPPORT INFORMATION If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact InterVideo, Inc. URL:http://www.intervideo.com/ E-mail address: support@intervideo.com Information for WinDVD If you maximize the video display window: You can return to the original window size by double-clicking over the images.
  • Page 70 Watching DVD Video To have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically on WinDVD: Remove the check mark from [DVD Video] and [Movie file (mpeg)] on screen A or B on the left. ® A. When starting up Windows Media Player for the first time, one of the setting screens will be displayed.
  • Page 71 Watching DVD Video If you cannot play the disk contents smoothly: In the case of some operating environments or DVD videos, playback may not be smooth, or audio may become distorted when using fast-forward ("time stretch") Right-click on the WinDVD screen, click [Setup] - [Video]. Confirm that the check mark is added to [Use Hardware Decode Acceleration] and [Use Hardware Color Acceleration].
  • Page 72 Watching DVD Video If you have uninstalled WinDVD accidentally: Reinstall it by following the steps below Log-on to Windows with the administrator authority. Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Input [d:\windvd\setup.exe] in [start] - [Run] and click [OK]. Follow the onscreen instructions and install WinDVD.
  • Page 73 Writing to CDs "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are CD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Following is general information about B's Recorder and B's CLiP and how to access the online manual. Refer to the online manual for detailed use of the software application. page Applicable Media CD-R...
  • Page 74 Writing to CDs • After formatting the disk, if the disk does not mount (is not recognized), remove it, and insert it again • Eject the formatted disks as described below When ejecting the disk while the icon is displayed on the notification area: •...
  • Page 75 Writing to CDs How to Access the Online Manual B's Recorder Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's Recorder GOLD BASIC] - [DOC] - [User's Manual]. B's CLiP Click [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B's CLiP] - [User's Manual]. Notes During Use Cannot read from or write to CD-R disk using B's CLiP Refer to “When Using CD-R or CD-RW Disks”...
  • Page 76 Writing to CDs SUPPORT INFORMATION If B’s Recorder and B's CLiP do not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact B.H.A. URL: http://www.bhacorp.com/ http://www.bha.co.jp/ (In Japanese)
  • Page 77 PC Cards This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. There are three types of card, differentiated by their thickness: Type I (3.3 mm), Type II (5.0 mm), and Type III (10.5 mm). The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card.
  • Page 78 PC Cards Inserting/Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place. Refer to each card’s operating instructions for proper insertion. CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install following the procedures below.
  • Page 79 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 PC Card removal may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or the device connected to the PC Card; this may occur when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer.
  • Page 80 SD memory card format software. (Do not use [Format] of Windows.) Formatting software can be downloaded from our web site. Address: http://panasonic.jp/support/audio/sd/download/sd_formatter_e.html When using the SD memory card with other peripheral devices, format the SD memory card using the peripheral device. For details, refer to the device’s instruction manual...
  • Page 81 • While the SD memory card indicator is lit (Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect) During these operations removing the card can destroy data stored in the card...
  • Page 82 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card MultiMedia Card (MMC) The MultiMedia card can be used for: Storing files, etc. Exchanging data with devices equipped with a MultiMedia card slot This computer may be unable to use MultiMedia cards under some conditions; for example, if the MultiMedia card has been formatted using certain peripheral devices.
  • Page 83 SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card Select the “Content” type, then click [Prompt me each time to choose an action], and then click [OK]. Removing the Card Confirm the SD memory card indicator turns off completely. Do not remove the card while data is being read from or written to the card The computer may continue to access the card for some length of time after operations such as writing to the card.
  • Page 84 Input [c:\util\chgsddrv\setup.exe] and click [OK], then follow the onscreen instructions. How to change drive letter Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Drive Letter Change Tool]. Click in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK].
  • Page 85 SD Memory Card Security Function When you initialize an SD memory card, you can insert it, instead of entering a password, in the following cases. When starting the computer When logging on to Windows/ resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or while the screensaver is active Windows log-on screen Set the SD memory card...
  • Page 86 When [Removable disk] appears, click [Take no action], then click [OK]. Start the SD card setup program. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD memory card has not been inserted, the screen on the left will be displayed.
  • Page 87 SD Memory Card Security Function Choose the key (SD memory card) setting method (A). [Leave set] To leave the SD memory card in place instead of entering a password (The card may be removed after the computer or Windows is started.) [Set and eject] To set and eject the SD memory card instead of entering a password The setting method is set separately for each computer.
  • Page 88 SD Memory Card Security Function Add the check mark for [Use when starting computer] (B) and click [Next]. Click [Restart the computer after entering settings], then click [Finish]. Enter the Supervisor Password. If the Supervisor Password has been set Enter the Supervisor Password, then click [OK] If the Supervisor Password has not been set Follow the onscreen instructions to set the Supervisor Password.
  • Page 89 SD Memory Card Security Function To use when logging on to Windows The Windows log-on user name and password set in [Control Panel] are registered in the SD memory card. After making this setting, the following functions will be disabled. Displaying the Welcome screen The Fast User Switching function Remote desktop connection...
  • Page 90 SD Memory Card Security Function Set the Windows log-on user name and password. Enter the user name, then press the Tab key. Enter the password, then press the Tab key. Reenter the password for confirmation. [Do not check the user name] When you add the check mark for [Do not check the user name], register on the SD memory card without checking whether or not the input user name has been set on this computer.
  • Page 91 SD Memory Card Security Function If the Function fails to Operate Correctly The computer does not respond properly when you insert the SD memory card. Remove the card and wait a few seconds, then reinsert it. Or, enter each password The SD memory card indicator is blinking.
  • Page 92 SD Memory Card Security Function [Use the SD card when starting the computer] This setting can also be changed on the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility. page 124) • If you add the check mark: An SD memory card can be used when starting the computer. •...
  • Page 93 SD Memory Card Security Function [User name and password] • You can change the Windows log-on user name and password which are set in the SD memory card. • When the set user name appears, enter the password and click [OK]. Then enter the new user name and password •...
  • Page 94 External Display You can connect an external display to use a large screen, or connect an LCD projector to give a presentation. For explanations of display mode terminology, refer to “Read Me First” ( page Power off your computer. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 95 External Display Click the display destination, and then click [Apply]. • When the screen is displayed to an external display: [Monitor] • When the screen is displayed to the internal LCD: [Notebook] • When the screen is displayed to a simultaneous display: [Intel(R) Dual Display Clone] •...
  • Page 96 External Display When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards: Either select the correct external display driver use in the following menu, or use the driver disk that was supplied with your monitor Display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display].
  • Page 97 External Display Precautions When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. When the application is in the external display or after the application is closed in the external display, there are times the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the position of the extended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed When there is no display after the position of the extended display is changed:...
  • Page 98 External Display 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. In such cases, change the mouse pointer to the standard pointer with the following procedure: Display [Mouse Properties].
  • Page 99 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 100 USB Devices Click [Power Management] and remove the check mark from [Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power], then click [OK]. When a USB device is removed and then inserted, may appear in the Device Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized. If this happens, try removing and connecting the device once more When USB devices are connected, power consumption increases.
  • Page 101 USB Devices Avoid the followings while the floppy disk drive is being accessed. Doing any of these may damage the data on the floppy disk and render it useless • Power off your computer • Eject the floppy disk drive •...
  • Page 102 Printer When the printer is connected to the USB port, the Reference Manual in this computer and homepages found on the Internet can be printed. Refer to the printer’s operating instructions for help installing the printer driver, making the settings and operating the printer How to print this Reference Manual in this computer: ( page Power off the printer and your computer.
  • Page 103 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 104 Modem When using the computer in a network environment, we recommend that you set [System standby] and [System hibernates] to [Never], using the following procedure: Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]. To remove the cable, pull out while pressing down on the tab Ring Resume Function With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode,...
  • Page 105 Modem Click [Devices] - [Properties]. Click [Receive], and then add the check mark for [Enable device to receive] and click [OK]. Click [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Double-click [Modems], and then double-click the internal modem. Click [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby], then click [OK].
  • Page 106 Modem 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 107 There are specific settings required to set up LAN connection. Be sure to check system administrator before attempting to your LAN. When connecting multiple computers or peripheral devices in a home or office via a network, printers or files can be shared among several computers. Connecting LAN CAUTION Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port...
  • Page 108 CAUTION Do not use the standby or hibernation functions during communications (except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use), as this may cause an error in data transmission or reception. The timeout function may engage even during data transmissions, causing the computer to automatically go into standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 109 Wake up from LAN Function This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer 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. Enabling the Wake up from LAN Function Click [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware].
  • Page 110 The computer may start up if accessed by another computer on the network. The following procedure can be used to prevent startup due to unintentional access by a computer Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
  • Page 111 Wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can access a network without cable connections. Wireless LAN communication methods • Infrastructure mode For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions, using an access point • Ad hoc mode For direct data transactions between two computers with wireless LAN functions, without using an access point CAUTION...
  • Page 112 Wireless LAN Precautions Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devices in the vicinity Abide by instructions regarding use in airplanes and hospitals If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn off the wireless LAN ( page 113)
  • Page 113 Wireless LAN Turning On/Off for the Wireless LAN Function Turn on/off the wireless LAN function using Intel(R) PROSet client. NOTE Before using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless LAN on (at the time of purchase, the wireless LAN is set to [On]) Double-click the icon / the icon (when the wireless LAN is...
  • Page 114 Set to [Enable] using the following procedure. Restart the computer. Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. If a password is set, [Enter Password] will be displayed. Enter your password, and press the Enter key.
  • Page 115 Wireless LAN Click [On] for [Switch radio]. Click [Networks] and click [Add]. Enter the profile name and network name (SSID), and make other necessary changes; then click [Next]. Make necessary changes and click [Finish]. For security, we recommend that you enable encryption (WEP). If you enable WEP, enable encryption on the access point side as well.
  • Page 116 Wireless LAN Exchanging Data between Computers Using the Wireless LAN To communicate between two computers using the wireless LAN and without using an access point, make the following settings on each computer. Set the network to be accessed as [Connect to ad hoc networks only] Set the network names to the same name Set the network authentication to the same authentication When using encryption, set the same encryption and the same network key on both...
  • Page 117 Running the Setup Utility Turn on or restart the computer. Press the key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the password is set, the screen shown at left will be displayed. Enter your...
  • Page 118 Setup Utility • When the Setup Utility is started up: The password becomes necessary. This alternative can prevent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed If you fail to press the F2 key at the right moment, the Setup Utility will not start up. In this case, let the computer fully boot up, and then perform a shutdown or restart from Windows.
  • Page 119 Setup Utility Information Menu Language: [English] Model No.: CF-xxxxxxxxx Serial No.: xxxxxxxxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx CPU Speed: x.x GHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: CD/DVD Drive Parameters (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Language English Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility...
  • Page 120 Setup Utility Main Menu System Time: *1*3 [xx:xx:xx] System Date: *2*3 [xx/xx/xxxx] Touch Pad: [Enable] Fn/Ctrl Key: [Normal] Display: [Simultaneous] Display Expansion: [Enable] CD/DVD Drive Speed: [High] Time is shown in 24-hr. style. Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year. key can be used to move the cursor.
  • Page 121 Setup Utility Parameters (An underline indicates the factory default settings) Touch Pad Disable Select whether to use the touch pad ([Enable]) or not Enable ([Disable]) Fn/Ctrl Key Normal Select whether to switch the Fn functions with the Ctrl Replace functions, and vice versa on the internal keyboard Do not attempt to replace the markings on the keys, or the keys themselves Display...
  • Page 122 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Modem: [Enable] LAN: [Enable] Boot up from LAN: [Enable] Wireless LAN: [Enable] Legacy USB Support: [Enable] NOTE The [Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password Parameters (An underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.) Modem Disable Select whether to use the internal modem function ([Enable])
  • Page 123 Setup Utility Legacy USB Support Disable Select whether to use the function that makes the computer Enable recognize USB keyboard and USB floppy disk ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]) before starting Windows...
  • Page 124 Setup Utility Security Menu Password on boot: [Enable] [Enable] SD Startup: [Leave Set] SD Setting Method: [Enter] Clear registered SD card: 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]...
  • Page 125 Disable Select whether to display ([Enable]) or not to display Enable ([Disable]) the message “Press F2 for Setup/F12 for LAN” shown on the bottom of the [Panasonic] boot screen that is displayed after starting this computer Boot First Menu Disable Select whether to display “Boot Menu”...
  • Page 126 Setup Utility Hard Disk Lock Disable Select whether enable ([Enable]) or disable ([Disable]) the Enable hard disk lock This function will not work without the Supervisor Password being set User Password Protection No Protection Select whether to permit changing the User Password Protected ([Protected]) or not ([No Protection]) Set User Password...
  • Page 127 The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on and the Esc key is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will appear. When the [Boot] menu setting is changed, the selection screen display will also change.
  • Page 128 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values Battery Recalibration This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password. Parameters Save Values & Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.
  • Page 129 Close all running application before starting “Icon Enlarger” Changes in [Icon Enlarger] are linked with the settings in [Display Properties] - [Appearance] Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Click the display size as [Normal Size], [Large Size], or [Extra Large Size].
  • Page 130 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, refer to the software sections of the 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 149).
  • Page 131 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Starting Up When resuming from the standby or Even when a password has been set in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility, hibernation mode, [Enter Password] [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the does not appear even if a password standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 132 Click [Tools] - [Check Now]. Click [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options]. At startup, hold down the F8 key when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears.
  • Page 133 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering on When the external display is blank, • Check your cable connection to the external display • Confirm that your display is powered on • Check the settings for your external display The display destination may be set to the external display.
  • Page 134 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display When you want to display the fonts or Change the size of the icons, etc. using "Icon Enlarger" ( page 129) icons in a larger size You can also change the settings as follows (for more details, refer to the Windows Help) Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Appearance].
  • Page 135 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Setup Utility The [Advanced] and [Boot] menu Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password can not be registered Some items in the [Security] menu can not be registered F9 does not work Shutting Down Windows cannot be shut down or If a USB device is connected, try removing it restarted Is the connection to the ISP provider set properly?
  • Page 136 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Standby/Hibernation Function Unable to automatically enter standby If a peripheral is connected to the computer, disconnect the device or hibernation mode If there is a disk in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive that has been formatted using B’s CLiP, the computer will not enter standby or hibernation mode.
  • Page 137 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Keyboard How to input European characters (ß, Display the character map and point to the desired font name, such as à, ç, etc.), symbols or Euro currency European fonts, and select it with the following procedure. symbol is unclear Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [System Tools] - [Character Map] Networking: General...
  • Page 138 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: General The following phenomena occur page 144 The LAN transmission speed slows down dramatically Wireless LAN connection drops out...
  • Page 139 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Access point is not detected Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the detection again It may take some time before the access point is displayed in [Available Networks] from [Intel(R) PROSet] - [Networks] - [Scan].
  • Page 140 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Cannot communicate with the access Confirm that the access point is on point Confirm that the following settings match with the access point. If these settings do not match, confirm the access point settings, and do the settings on the computer again •...
  • Page 141 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN Communication speed decreases Communication speed may decrease if, aside from the access point to which this computer is connected, there is another access point nearby using the same channel or a similar channel. Change the channel on the connection access point, and check to see if the speed recovers.
  • Page 142 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 When is displayed in the Device Manager, try removing and inserting the...
  • Page 143 12V are not supported 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 set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility...
  • Page 144 PC card (e.g., unstable Follow the onscreen instructions. video images when writing videos Click [start] - [Panasonic] - [CPU Idle Setting] and then click [OK]. to a DV camera using an IEEE1394 Click [Performance] and then click [Yes].
  • Page 145 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Disk Operations Unable to read/write to the hard disk Your drive or file may not have been properly set Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact your technical support office Trouble has occurred with the disk You may need to clean the lens or disk.
  • Page 146 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Touch Pad The cursor cannot be controlled If you are using an external mouse, ensure that it has been connected correctly properly Restart the computer by using the keyboard key, the U key, and select [Restart] with (Press the , then press the Enter key)
  • Page 147 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) SD Memory Card/MultiMedia Card The screen for selecting operations to Is Windows set to automatically select the operation to be executed? execute is not displayed when the card Use the following procedure if you want to select the operation each time a card is inserted is inserted: Click [start] - [My Computer].
  • Page 148 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others When trying to play back video files Some video files use a Codec that is not installed as a standard. In these ® instances, if you play back the video file after connecting to the Internet, the using Windows Media Player, the Codec may be downloaded automatically, allowing you to play back the file...
  • Page 149 Windows with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].) Running PC Information Viewer Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC Information Viewer]. Click on the items to display detailed information for each item.
  • Page 150 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure: Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy] At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that a copy of the screen can be saved to a file by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+F8 key.
  • Page 151 • E-mail address: support@intervideo.com Other pre-installed software Contact the Panasonic technical support office as listed in the “LIMITED WARRANTY” in the Operating Instructions. Confirm the contact information for the Panasonic technical support office using the following procedure: Click [Start], right-click on [My Computer], and click on [Properties].
  • Page 152 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses A computer virus propagates through infections from one computer to another. Some viruses are highly malicious, destroying computer data, or preventing the computer from starting up properly. To protect your computer from being infected by a virus Use antivirus software (commercially available).
  • Page 153 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses Using Antivirus Software Especially in the following cases, we recommend you perform a virus check. Be sure to use the most up-to-date antivirus software when checking for viruses: After booting your computer Set your anti-virus software to check for viruses when sending or receiving e-mail After receiving data.
  • Page 154 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses If a Virus Is Discovered In order to prevent secondary infection, disconnect from the network, and conduct a check of the hard disk and other data.
  • Page 155 To Update this Computer to its Latest Version To Update Windows to its Latest Version In an Internet-connected environment, execute the Windows Update, and use the latest Windows service pack or patch program to update Windows on your computer to its latest version.
  • Page 156 Windows-related Information When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM The Windows files included in the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM for each OS are contained in the following folders: c:\windows\docs, c:\windows\dotnetfx, c:\windows\i386, c:\windows\support, c:\windows\valueadd Windows Security Windows has security functions aside from the security functions in the Setup Utility.
  • Page 157 CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Click [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown at left is displayed. When you click an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
  • Page 158 Glossary Glossary contains terms and explanations that are convenient to know when using your computer. Access Point A relay point that links a computer to the Internet when connecting to a network. When connecting to the Internet through a modem, the provider uses that relay point. When using a wireless LAN ( page 174), the access point also refers to the device that relays the...
  • Page 159 Glossary BIOS A set of programs responsible for basic control of the computer. BIOS is activated – Basic Input/Output automatically when the computer is turned on, so the user may not be aware of BIOS and its System functions. On this computer, operations are controlled by BIOS alone until Windows starts up. After Windows starts up, BIOS and Windows work in harmony to control the computer’s operations.
  • Page 160 Glossary CD-TEXT A CD that allows text information such as the album, song title, or the name of the artist to be recorded on the music CD (CD-DA: page 159). To view the text information, you must have a CD-ROM drive or CD player compatible with CD-TEXT. A regular music CD player can be used to play back the music segments recorded on a CD-TEXT disk.
  • Page 161 Glossary ® This mark is affixed to products that have been certified to meet computer device standards, Designed for Microsoft tested according to standards defined by Microsoft, and confirmed to enable use of new ® Windows XP logo functions incorporated into Windows XP. Device A general term for peripheral equipment connected to the computer, such as a keyboard or external hard disk.
  • Page 162 Glossary DVD-RAM A DVD that enables writing, erasing, and rewriting of data. Supported as a standard feature on – DVD-Random Access Windows XP. The type of disk most commonly used with DVD recorders, can be rewritten about Memory 100,000 times. DVD-ROM A DVD that only enables data to be read.
  • Page 163 Glossary Extended Desktop (Dual Using the internal LCD ( page 165) and an external display as a continuous display field. Display) Windows and other items can be dragged between the two displays. Firewall A security system for protecting the computer from unauthorized access via the Internet or other external networks.
  • Page 164 Glossary Hibernation A function that enables the current working conditions to be stored on the hard disk when the power is turned off, so that when the power resumes, the working conditions immediately before the power was turned off will be displayed on the screen. Hotkey A specified function executed by pressing two or more allocated keys in combination.
  • Page 165 Glossary IEEE802.11b A wireless LAN standard approved by IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). Communications at speeds up to 11 Mbps can be achieved using frequency bands in the 2.4 GHz range. Also supports encryption using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) ( page 173) This is the speed specified in the IEEE802.11b standard.
  • Page 166 Glossary Legacy USB A mechanism that makes the computer confirm the USB ( page 173) device after the computer’s power is turned on and before Windows starts up. Since MS-DOS was developed before the origin of USB technology, the ability to recognize USB devices was not included. However, if the computer is compatible with Legacy USB, it will recognize USB devices.
  • Page 167 Glossary A file format that enables music to be played on a computer, using technology that compresses music data to about 1/10th its original size, with very little negative effect on sound quality. MPEG2 A technology that efficiently compresses digital video data with outstanding image quality and is used in DVD-Video ( page 162) and other media.
  • Page 168 Glossary PC Card A device for adding a wide range of functions to a computer. Examples are modem cards, network cards, FLASH Memory cards, and SCSI cards. PC Cards are designated as Type I, Type II, or Type III, depending on their thickness. Also known as PCMCIA. The PC Card Slot on this computer is compatible with Type I and Type II PC Cards.
  • Page 169 Glossary RAM Module A component that incorporates a semiconductor memory chip into a single substrate. This module is inserted into the RAM Module Slot to increase the computer's available memory page 166). Increasing memory (RAM) offers a number of benefits, including more comfortable program operations, the capacity to handle larger volumes of data, and the ability to use several programs simultaneously.
  • Page 170 This allows for checking problem causes, as well as system recovery. When starting this computer, hold down the F8 key when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed.
  • Page 171 Glossary SD Memory Card A memory card roughly the size of a postage stamp, with a unique ID. Enables recording of music and video data, and features a powerful copyright protection function. Can be used in a wide range of devices, including computers, digital cameras, and mobile phones, as well as for data exchange.
  • Page 172 Glossary SSID ESS-ID: page 162 System Tray Notification Area: page 167 Taskbar The segment at the bottom of the screen where information on software currently being executed is displayed. When information for multiple programs is displayed in between [start] on the taskbar and the notification area ( page 167), you can switch between programs by clicking on these information.
  • Page 173 Glossary USB – Universal Serial A standard for connecting peripheral devices (keyboards, printers, digital cameras, etc.) to computers. If the peripheral device is USB compatible, it can be used by connecting the USB connectors on the computer and the device via a USB cable. As a rule, USB devices can be connected or disconnected without turning off the computer’s main power (“Hot plug”).
  • Page 174 Glossary Wireless LAN A LAN ( page 166) that conducts wireless communications using radio waves. Data is sent and received using common wireless frequencies. Because a LAN cable is not required, the computer can be located some distance from the Access Point ( page 158).
  • Page 175 Index If the page number is CPU Power-Saving Functions ..........144 clicked, it will jump to Fast User Switching (Q&A) 147 the page corresponding Finalizing ......62 Reference Manual. Fn Key Key Combinations ..16 Disk Lock Function ....20 Inserting a Disk ..... 65 Q&A ......
  • Page 176 Index Modem Region Code ......63 Tapping ....... 8 Connecting ....103 Touch Pad Ring Resume Function 104 Adjesting the Sensitivity 14 MultiMedia Card ....82 Operation ....... 8 Q&A ......146 ScrLk Indicator ....23 Touch Pad Utility ....11 Scroll ........9 SD Memory Card Networking Changing the SD Memory Q&A ......137...
  • Page 177 Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries • WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. • Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0151G_XP...

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