Page 1: Reference Manual
Reference Manual Personal Computer CF-73 Series Model No. We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
Page 2: Read Me First
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. 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.
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: 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 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 (When the external display is connected) By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page CAUTION Do not press another key until the display destination has been completely switched.
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 speakers and headphone jack. (MUTE) NOTE Turning off the speaker will also turn off the warning beep.
Page 7 Key Combinations Functions Popup Window (Displayed after logging on to Windows) Fn+F9 Remaining capacity of the battery pack When the battery pack is Pressing this key combination displays the inserted in the computer remaining battery capacity on the screen. (example) In normal temperature mode page...
Page 8: Set The Parameters
This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously. Popup windows display ON/OFF Run the Hotkey Settings. Select [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 9 Key Combinations Select [OK]. NOTE The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys aside from Fx Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings. If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep. "...
Page 10: Led Indicators
LED Indicators Power status Not lit Power off / Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode Blinking green rapidly Due to extremely low temperatures, power cannot be turned on, or computer cannot resume from standby mode. Battery pack status page 33 This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed.
Page 11 LED Indicators SD Memory Card status This indicator lights when the SD Memory Card is accessed. MP is the abbreviation for Multimedia Pocket. Only for models with the SD Memory Card slot.
Page 12: Touch Pad
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 13 Touch Pad Function Operation Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work Scroll surface. Scroll a document. The movements will differ depending on the application. NOTE Refer to [Mouse Properties] for information on basic operations other than the above. To display [Mouse Properties]: Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].
Page 14 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). If the cursor cannot be pointed correctly with the stylus, perform [Calibration]. page The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).
Page 15 Select on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Page 16: Calibrating The Touchscreen
Touchscreen Calibrating the Touchscreen When you cannot point correctly with the stylus (included), calibrate the touchscreen by following the steps below. Run [Touch Screen Calibration Utility]. Select [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Calibration Utility]. Touch the 12 "+"...
Page 17 Touchscreen Handling the Touchscreen Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips or hard objects for screen operations. 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 18: 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 19 Standby/Hibernation Functions From the shutdown screen • Standby In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By]. • Hibernation In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift, then select [Hibernate]. Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used. Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options].
Page 20 Standby/Hibernation Functions Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following conditions. You may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly. •...
Page 21: Using The Power Switch
Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Power Switch Setting Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my computer], and then select [OK]. Entering the standby or hibernation mode Press the power switch (A);...
Page 22: Using The Display
Standby/Hibernation Functions Using the Display CAUTION Do not perform the following settings when the multimedia pocket device needs to be inserted or removed. ( page Setting Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced]. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer], and then select [OK].
Page 23: Open The Display
Standby/Hibernation Functions • Closing or opening the display. • Shutting down or restarting Windows. • Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again. Using the Power Switch Press the power switch (A). Using the Display When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( page 22), you can resume operation using the following procedure.
Page 24: 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 the settings in the Setup Supervisor Password (see below) Utility to be changed User Password ( page You do not want your computer to be used Password on boot (...
Page 25 CAUTION Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.
Page 26 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. Run the Setup Utility.
Page 27 Security Measures NOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces) can be used. • There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters. • Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. •...
Page 28 Security Measures Select [Enable] or [Disable]. To enable the Password on boot Select [Enable] and press Enter. To disable the Password on boot Select [Disable] and press Enter. Enter Press and select [Yes], then press Starting Up When the Password on boot is Set and press Enter.
Page 29 Select [Disable] and press Enter. Enter Press and select [Yes], then press CAUTION To change your hard disk drive • Contact Panasonic Technical Support. • Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].
Page 30: 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 31 Computing on the Road Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn+F7 to put your computer in 6), or Fn+F10 to put your computer in the hibernation the standby mode ( page mode ( page If you plan to leave the computer for a long period of time, we recommend using the standby mode or hibernation mode as often as possible to minimize power consumption.
Page 32 Computing on the Road NOTE Select on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the battery pack. You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures. Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Page 33: Battery Power
Blinking red Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective.
Page 34 Battery Power Battery Indicator Battery Status Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal Blinking orange temperature of the battery pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be used normally in this state.
Page 35 Battery Power Check the Remaining Battery Power Press to check the remaining battery power on the screen (After logging on to Windows) When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example) :normal temperature mode ( page :high temperature mode ( page When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Left: The remaining power of the main battery.
Page 36 Battery Power About High Temperature Mode This computer has a high temperature mode function that prevents the deterioration of the battery in high-temperature environments or when using the fully charged battery pack for a long period of time. To use the high temperature mode function, set [Environment] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility to [Auto] or [High Temperature].
Page 37 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 38 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]: Add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops responding.].
Page 39 "Battery Recalibration" can also be performed by following the procedure below. Restart the computer. Press F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed a few moments after the computer begins the startup procedure. When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter.
Page 40: Replacing The Battery Pack
Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF- VZSU26U). If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short, and if performance is not recovered even after executing Battery Recalibration, we recommend that the battery be replaced.
Page 41: Insert The Battery Pack
Battery Power Insert the battery pack. Slide the right-side latch (A) to the unlock position ( ). Make sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the direction of the arrow. Slide the right-side latch (A) to the lock position ( ), and then check to ensure that the battery pack is held firmly.
Page 42: Multimedia Pocket
Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devices. DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive DVD MULTI drive (Optional) Second battery pack (Optional) NOTE Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc. Be sure to read the operating instructions of the devices. Before connecting a peripheral such as a USB device or a PC Card, change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the peripheral exists.
Page 43: Removing The Device
Multimedia Pocket Removing the Device Disable the multimedia pocket device function. Double-click on the taskbar. Select the multimedia pocket device and then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. Confirm that indicators are not lit. This step is not necessary under the following conditions. When removing the multimedia pocket device after the computer is turned off When is not displayed...
Page 44: Inserting The Device
Multimedia Pocket Inserting the Device Insertion can be carried out with the power on. Gently insert the device with the label side (A) on top into the multimedia pocket by pushing on both corners until it is firmly in place. CAUTION Do not apply excessive force when inserting the device with the computer in the upright condition, etc.
Page 45: Dvd-Rom & Cd-R/Rw Drive
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Usage Precautions Before using the drive Do not expose the CD/DVD 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 tray When the computer is on, be sure to use the eject button ( page...
Page 46: About Discs
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Cleaning We recommend cleaning the drive lens with an air puffer used for camera lenses. (Do not use any spray-type of lens cleaning products.) About Discs Do not use any discs 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 disc, etc.) of a disc, it may not be possible to be read it correctly.
Page 47 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive When Using DVD Media To play DVD-Video or MPEG2 files, DVD playback software is required. "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 48 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive 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. When Using CD-R/RW Discs When using discs, read the description on the disc package. When writing to discs To write to discs, writing software is required.
Page 49 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive • CD-RW / High-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. RICOH Co., Ltd. • Ultra-Speed CD-RW MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd. Handling Discs with Care Before using discs, carefully read through the Operating Instructions, the instructions for handling the discs, and whatever is written on the disc packaging.
Page 50 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive If the disc becomes dirty, clean it with the followings.
Page 51 DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Setting a Disc CAUTION When inserting or removing a disc, be careful not to touch the lens of the drive. Press the eject button (A) while the computer's power is on. Slowly pull out the tray. Insert/Remove a disc.
Page 52: Power Saving Mode
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive When playing back movies from a disc, note that smooth playback may not be possible in some cases. Power-saving Mode If the CD/DVD drive has not been accessed within 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically shut down to reduce the power consumption. When the CD/DVD drive is accessed once again, the power of the drive motor is turned on.
Page 53 WinDVD WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. Here you will find explanations and general information on precautions to take. 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. Double-click on the desktop.
Page 54 WinDVD 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 55: To Adjust The Volume
WinDVD To adjust the volume: Use the WinDVD control panel. • While WinDVD is running, the volume setting may return to the volume adjusted with the WinDVD when you pause, fast-forward, fast-reverse or skip between chapters. Priority is given to the volume adjusted by WinDVD, even if the volume is adjusted using Fn + F5 / F6 or the icon on the taskbar.
Page 56 WinDVD Before playing a DVD-Video, [Confirm Region] appears. Refer to “About Regions Setting” ( page 47). Frame dropping may occur (images or sounds are disrupted) Immediately after resuming from a pause, frame dropping may occur depending on the operating environment or DVD video (images or sounds are disrupted). If you cannot play the disc 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").
Page 57 WinDVD If you have uninstalled WinDVD accidentally: Reinstall it by following the steps below. Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. Set Product Recovery DVD-ROM in the CD/DVD drive. Select [start] - [Run], input [d:\windvd\setup.exe] , and then select [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions and install WinDVD.
Page 58: B's Recorder/B's Clip
B's Recorder/B's CLiP "B's Recorder" and "B's CLiP" are CD/DVD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Following is general information about B's Recorder and B's CLiP. B's Recorder: Enables you to create data CDs, music CDs, or video CDs, or copy CDs. B's CLiP: Enables you to copy or erase files and folders just as you would with a floppy disk.
Page 59 B's Recorder/B's CLiP is displayed when a disk formatted using B's CLiP has been inserted. is displayed when the drive is not connected. Usage Precautions B's Recorder Be sure to shut down B's Recorder before logging off Windows. B's Recorder may fail to start up properly. If this occurs when logging on to Windows next time, restart the computer.
Page 60 B's Recorder/B's CLiP Notes During Use Disc cover opens automatically When B's Recorder is finished writing, the disk cover opens automatically. You can change the settings for B's Recorder so that the disk cover does not open automatically. If you select [OK] after writing, however, the disk cover will open regardless of the settings. Do not know recommended disc Refer to "When Using CD-R/RW Discs"...
Page 61 B's Recorder/B's CLiP Add a check mark for [Disable B’s CLiP] at [System configuration], and select [OK]. When a message appears asking if you want to restart your computer, select [Yes]. • To start using B’s CLiP again, remove the check mark from [Disable B’s CLiP] using step described above, and select [OK].
Page 62 B's Recorder/B's CLiP SUPPORT INFORMATION About User Registration Follow the steps below for user registration. While connected to the Internet, start up B’s Recorder. Select [Help] - [Related Websites] - [User Registration] and follow the on-screen instructions. 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.
Page 63 PC Cards Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm): Two cards can be used simultaneously. Type III (10.5 mm): One card can be used only in the slot 1.
Page 64: Inserting A Pc Card
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 the operating instructions of each card on how to insert the card. CAUTION When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install the devices following the procedure below (one example).
Page 65: 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. When two PC Cards are inserted, perform the following procedure (from Step Step for each of the two cards). Note that the operation of removing the PC Card may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or device connected to the PC Card, such as when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer.
Page 66: Sd Memory Card
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 instruction manual for that device.
Page 67 30 seconds. Protecting important data Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect. Set the write-protect switch (A) to the LOCK position. Unlock the switch when you want to record (checkout), edit, or save data.
Page 68: Inserting The Card
SD Memory Card Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card Inserting the Card Remove the dummy card (A) if it is inserted. Press the dummy card. It will come out of the slot a little bit. Pull it all the way out. If you try to force the dummy card out of the slot while it is locked in place, the slot may be damaged.
Page 69: Removing The Card
SD Memory Card Removing the Card CAUTION Do not remove a card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Save important data and close each application. Confirm the SD Memory Card indicator (B) turns off completely. Disable the card function. Double-click on the taskbar.
Page 70 SD Memory Card Insert the dummy card to ensure that the slot is protected as illus- trated.
Page 71: Sd Memory Card Security Function
SD Memory Card Security Function Only for models with the SD Memory Card Slot. For the SD Memory Card security function, you can configure and insert an SD Memory Card instead of entering a password for following cases. When starting the computer When logging on to Windows/ resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, or the screensaver...
Page 72 [OK]. Start the SD Card Setup program. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [SD Card Setup]. If an SD Memory Card has not been inserted, the following message appears: [Set the SD card in place]. Insert an SD Memory Card and select [Retry].
Page 73 SD Memory Card Security Function Select the SD Memory Card setting method (A). [Leave set] When [Leave set] is selected, leaving the SD Memory Card set serves as a substitute for inputting the password. (The card may be removed after the computer or Windows is started.) [Set and eject] When [Set and eject] is selected, setting and ejecting the SD Memory Card serves as a substitute for inputting the password.
Page 74 SD Memory Card Security Function To use when logging on to Windows The Windows logon 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 75 SD Memory Card Security Function Select [Yes] on the confirmation screen. A [PRIVATE] folder will be created in the SD Memory Card, and a Windows logon user name and password will be registered. Do not delete [PRIVATE] folder. Doing so will cancel [Use when logging on to Windows].
Page 76 SD Memory Card Security Function Start the SD Card Setup program. ( page 72 Step1-3) The current settings will be displayed. Change the settings or configure another SD Card. A. Setting for this computer You can change the settings registered in this computer. [Use the SD card when starting the computer] This setting can also be changed on the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility.
Page 77: Restart The Computer
SD Memory Card Security Function [Use when logging on to Windows] • If you add the check mark This SD Memory Card can be used when logging on to Windows. • If you remove the check mark The user name and password will be erased from the SD Memory Card and the card will no longer be usable when logging on to Windows.
Page 78 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 the password. The SD Memory Card indicator is blinking.
Page 79: Inserting A Smart Card
Smart Card Only for models with the smart card slot Inserting a Smart Card A smart card slot enables you to use the security functions that, for instance, prohibit the unauthorized use of the computer by anyone who does not have a smart card. To use a smart card, a special software application and driver are necessary.
Page 80: Removing A Smart Card
Smart Card Removing a Smart Card Press the eject button (B), and then press the button again. The smart card will come out of the slot a little bit. Slide the smart card out. CAUTION Remove the smart card only with the eject button. If you pull the smart card without using the eject button, it may cause damage to the reader contact.
Page 81: Ram Module
RAM module specifications: 200 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.8 V, DDR2 SDRAM, PC2-3200 (For information on the RAM modules that can be used, contact Panasonic Technical Support.) A PC2-4200-compliant RAM module can also be used, but it operates at the same speed as the PC2-3200-compliant RAM module.
Page 82 RAM Module Remove the screw (A), then remove the cover (B). Insert/Remove RAM module. Inserting the RAM module Slide in the module at an angle. Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks lock into place. Removing the RAM module Gently open the right and left hooks (C).
Page 83 RAM Module NOTE If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the main unit memory and RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility page 115). If the RAM module is not recognized, power off the computer and insert it again.
Page 84: Port Replicator / I/O Box
Port Replicator / I/O Box Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB731). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc. The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector (A) on the back of your computer.
Page 85: External Display
External Display Power off your computer. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not use the standby or hibernation function. Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your computer. Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer. Change the display destination.
Page 86: Extended Desktop
External Display Simultaneous display cannot be used until Windows startup is complete (during Setup Utility, etc.). When the Fn+F3 key is pressed, the screen is displayed on the external display or internal LCD. Simultaneous display and display destination switching cannot be used while [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen"...
Page 87 External Display Select [Extended Desktop], and then make the settings for [Primary Device] and [Secondary Device]. To make the settings for each display (colors, screen area, etc.), select [Device Settings] and change the settings where necessary, then select [OK]. Select [OK]. At the confirmation message, select [OK].
Page 88 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.
Page 89: Control Panel
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 90 Printer The following methods can be used to connect a printer. USB printer: Can be connected to a USB port on this computer. ( page Parallel printer: • Optional I/O Box (CF-VEBU03) or Port Replicator (CF-VEB731) is required. ( page 84) For more information about these connections, refer to the I/O Box or Port Replicator Operating Instructions.
Page 91: 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. Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB devices on how to install the driver.
Page 92: Removing Usb Devices
USB Devices 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 connect the device once more. When USB devices are connected, power consumption increases. Remove USB devices when not in use, especially when operating on battery power.
Page 93: Usb Floppy Disk Drive
USB Devices USB Floppy Disk Drive Note the following when using an 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 94 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 95 Modem When using this function, it is necessary to run a software application able to maintain the condition to receive telephone calls and to return the computer to the original condition after a call. For further details, refer to the operating instructions provided with software applications.
Page 96 Modem NOTE This function does not work when the computer is off or is in hibernation mode. After operations are resumed from standby mode, the screen remains dark. The former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad or touchscreen is touched.
Page 97: 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 98 Display [Device Manager] screen. Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]. Select the network adaptor you are using from [Network adapters]. Select [Advanced]. Confirm the settings of each item. Wake up from LAN This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer on from a network server when the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode.
Page 99 • When the AC adaptor and battery pack are removed from the computer or reattached to the computer. After operations are resumed from standby mode, the screen remains dark. The former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad or touchscreen is touched.
Page 100: Wireless Lan
Wireless LAN Only for models with wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN, you can use 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 •...
Page 101 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 102 Wireless LAN Enable/Disable Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a (802.11a) In some countries, communication using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN) standard is restricted by law. Comply with the laws in the country concerned. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Read Me First") Select the Wireless LAN Switch icon (when the wireless LAN is on) or (when the wireless LAN is off) on the taskbar.
Page 103 Wireless LAN Switching of communication under the 802.11a standard between enabled or dis- enabled using the Wireless LAN Switch also switches the setting of the wireless LAN standard ([Wireless Mode] in [Device Manager]) Setting in Wireless 802.11a is enabled 802.11a is disabled ⇔...
Page 104: Double-Click
Wireless LAN The Settings To use the wireless LAN, set the profile using the following procedure. The settings will vary for different network environments depending on the network system being used. For more details, ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network.
Page 105 Wireless LAN Enter the profile name and Wireless network name (SSID), and make other necessary changes; then select [Next]. Make necessary changes and select [OK]. For security, we recommend that you enable encryption. For information on how to set the encryption, ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network and refer to the access point’s operating instructions.
Page 106 Wireless LAN Using the Wireless Switch Utility Installing Uninstall the Wireless LAN Switch. If you have installed the Bluetooth Switch (only for models with Bluetooth), uninstall it beforehand. Log on to Windows with the administrator authority. Close all applications. Select [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\wswitch\setup.exe] and then select [OK].
Page 107 Wireless LAN To enable 802.11a: select [802.11a Enabled]. To disable 802.11a select [802.11a Disabled]. To use 802.11a, turn wireless LAN on. The Wireless Switch Utility icon ( ) indicates whether the wireless LAN and Bluetooth (only for models with Bluetooth) are on or off. The icon will not change even when 802.11a is enabled or disabled.
Page 108: Turning On/Off Bluetooth
Wireless LAN <For models with Bluetooth and without wireless LAN> Turning On/Off Bluetooth Press is displayed in the middle of the screen when Bluetooth is turned on. is displayed in the middle of the screen when Bluetooth is turned off. NOTE You can also turn on/off Bluetooth by following the procedure below.
Page 109 Wireless LAN You can change the action of Fn F8 following the procedure below. Select the Wireless Switch Utility icon ( ) on the taskbar and select [Settings]. The screen shown at left is displayed. B. [Selects the device for which to turn the device status on/off each time with the dialog box.] Pressing Fn F8 displays the screen (A) in step...
Page 110 Wireless LAN Check status of the wireless LAN, 802.11a and Bluetooth (only for models with Bluetooth) Put the cursor over the Wireless Switch Utility icon Status of the wireless LAN, 802.11a and Bluetooth (only for models with Bluetooth) will be displayed. 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.
Page 111: Hard Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Inserting/Removing the Hard Disk Drive CAUTION Be sure to back up all important data before changing the hard disk drive. You can erase the data before changing the hard disk drive. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Hard Disk Data Erase Utility")
Page 112 Hard Disk Drive Remove the hard disk drive. Inserting the hard disk drive Insert the hard disk drive as shown in the figure until it clicks into place. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow in the figure. Slide the latch to the lock position ( ).
Page 113: 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 the Setup Utility is started with Supervisor Password You can register all items of the Setup Utility.
Page 114: Key Operations
Setup Utility To close the Setup Utility, press Esc, select the exiting method in [Exit] menu, then press Enter. Key Operations To display the corresponding "help" file (Press to display next help page or previous help page. Press F1 to return to the original screen.) To display [Exit] menu To move among the items (Use these keys when selecting the item.) ...
Page 115: Information Menu
Setup Utility Information Menu Language: [English] Model No.: CF-xxxxxxxxx Serial No.: xxxxxxxxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx CPU Speed: x.xx GHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxxx MB Primary Master: xx GB Secondary Master: xxxxxxxx Accumulative Operating Time: xxx hours The device inserted into the multimedia pocket is displayed.
Page 116: Main Menu
Setup Utility Main Menu System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Time: [xx:xx:xx] Touch Pad: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Display Expansion: [Enable] CD/DVD Drive Speed: [High] Environment: [Auto] Normal Temperature Current Status: Audio Power Management: [Disable] Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year. Time is shown in 24-hr.
Page 117: Advanced Menu
Setup Utility Disable Audio Power Management Enable The display destination in cases where Windows is not running is set here. If an external display is not connected, all information will appear on the internal LCD regardless of the [Display] setting. When [Enable] is set, some sounds may be broken up.
Page 118 Setup Utility Parameters (An Underline indicates the factory default settings.) Serial Port A Disable Enable Auto 3F8/IRQ4 I/O IRQ 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ11 2E8/IRQ10 Serial Port B Disable Enable Auto 3F8/IRQ4 I/O IRQ 2F8/IRQ3 3E8/IRQ11 2E8/IRQ10 Parallel Port Disable Enable Auto Uni-directional Mode Bi-directional None...
Page 119: Security Menu
Setup Utility Wireless LAN Disable Enable Smart Card Disable Enable SD Card Slot Disable Enable Legacy USB Support Disable Enable This item is displayed only when the setting of each port is [Enable]. This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] is set to [Enable] or [Auto]. Security Menu Execute-Disable Bit Capability: [Enable]...
Page 120 Setup Utility NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password; • [Clear registered SD card], [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed. • [Execute-Disable Bit Capability], [Password on boot], [SD Startup], [SD Setting Method], [Setup Utility Prompt], [Boot First Menu] and [User Password Protection] will be displayed, but cannot be set.
Page 121: Boot Menu
When [Setup Utility Prompt] is set to [Disable], the message "Press F2 for Setup / F12 for LAN" is not displayed on [Panasonic] boot screen. Even if the message is not displayed, will work.
Page 122 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 screen) will appear. When the setting of [Boot] menu is changed, the selection screen display will also change.
Page 123: Exit Menu
Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values Hard Disk Backup / Restore This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password. Only displayed when a backup area is created on the hard disk.
Page 124: 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 125: Dmi Viewer
CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown at left is displayed. When you select an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.
Page 126: Icon Enlarger
In the default settings, [Normal Size] is set. Some characters in homepages and HTML e-mails may not be magnified. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger]. Select the display size as [Normal Size], [Large Size], or [Extra Large Size].
Page 127: Loupe Utility
When using Loupe Utility for the first time, run it from the [start] menu. Use Loupe Utility Run Loupe Utility Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility]. If you want to run Loupe Utility automatically when starting Windows next time: Add the check mark for [Register in Startup].
Page 128 Loupe Utility Enlarging a Part of the Screen Point the cursor to the place on the screen where you want to Enlarge. Right-click while pressing Alt. The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged. You can also show the enlarged display by double-clicking on the taskbar, or right-clicking and selecting [Show Loupe].
Page 129: Select [Settings]
Loupe Utility Set Loupe Utility Right-click on the taskbar. Select [Settings]. Changing the operation to show/hide the enlarged-display window Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged-display window by using an external mouse, touch pad, or keyboard. When using the external mouse/touch pad Select [Mouse/Touch pad](B).
Page 130 Loupe Utility To enlarge the display Right-click , and then select [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].
Page 131: List Of Error Codes
( page 113) If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. 0271: Check date and time The date and time setting are incorrect. settings Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly.
Page 132 115) • If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation procedure. • If not, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the Setup Utility and set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].
Page 133: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)
When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status ( page 157).
Page 134 If the message still appears even after trying the above two measures, this may be an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. [Executing Battery Recalibration] When Windows is shut down during the Battery Recalibration procedure, if you screen is displayed select [Cancel] in the [End Program] screen, Windows shutdown is aborted.
Page 135: Entering Password
[Properties]. 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 Options Menu is displayed.
Page 136 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering on When there is no display to an external display, • Check your cable connection to the external display. • Confirm your display is powered on. • Check the settings for your external display. The display destination may be set to the external display.
Page 137 In such cases, turn off the screensaver or try changing the pattern of the screensaver. Setup Utility [Enter Password] is displayed Enter the Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
Page 138: Shutting Down
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Setup Utility [Advanced] and [Boot] menu can not Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. be registered Some items in [Security] menu can not Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. be registered F9 does not work Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.
Page 139: Battery Indicator
Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective. In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the level that...
Page 140: Network: General
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Network: General Unable to connect to a network Confirm that either [Modem], [LAN] or [Wireless LAN] (only for models with 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.
Page 141: Networking: Wireless Lan (Only For Models With Wireless Lan)
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Access point is not detected Confirm that the access point is powered on. 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].
Page 142 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Cannot communicate with the access Confirm that the following settings match with the access point. If these point settings do not match, confirm the access point settings, and do the settings on the computer again.
Page 143 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN) Communications with access point are Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the cut off detection again. If there are multiple access points aside from the access point to which this computer is connected, confirm that different channels have been set for each access point.
Page 144: Connecting Peripherals
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals An error occurs while installing the When you install the driver for a PC Card or peripheral device, be sure to use a driver driver that is compatible with the operating system. If you use an incompatible driver, malfunction may occur.
Page 145 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 Do not connect the floppy disk drive to the USB hub or the USB connector of the port replicator for this computer.
Page 146 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Connecting Peripherals The device connected to the serial Check the connection. port does not work Confirm that the device driver for the serial port works. Refer to the operating instructions of the device. Confirm that two mouse devices are not connected, one through the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator and the other through the serial port.
Page 147: Disk Operations
PC card (e.g., unstable Follow the on-screen instructions. video images when writing videos Select [Performance] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU to a DV camera using an IEEE1394 Idle Setting], and select [OK], then select [Yes].
Page 148 You cannot use a hard disk drive for which [Enable] has been selected in the [Hard Disk Lock] setting of the Setup Utility by another computer. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Trouble has occurred with the disc set You may need to clean the lens or disc.
Page 149: Touch Pad / Touchscreen
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Disk Operations Cannot eject disc Is the computer powered on? To remove a disc when the computer is powered off, insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip) into the emergency hole (A). Pushing it completely to the end will free the tray so that it can be pulled out.
Page 150: Sd Card Setup (Sd Memory Card Security Function)
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Sound Try changing the mute by pressing Fn+F4 or Fn+F6. The sound is not heard When [Audio Power Management] in the Setup Utility is set to [Enable], the following may occur. In these cases, set [Audio Power Management] to [Disable].
Page 151: Fast User Switching Function
Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Fast User Switching Function Some applications may not work When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the properly following problems may occur. • Some applications may not work properly. • Key combination with Fn may not work. •...
Page 152 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others Cannot start a network-used program, If you cannot start up a program or share files, this may be because the “Fire- or cannot share files or printers wall (Windows Firewall)” in the “Windows Security Center” is set to be enabled. If this function is set to be enabled, damage from viruses and other attacks is reduced, but some programs and functions cannot be operated.
Page 153 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others When “Automatic Updates” is enabled, Only Windows Update programs with a high level of priority will be automati- will all updates be downloaded (or cally downloaded (or installed). installed)? Update programs with a comparatively low level of importance will not be down- loaded (or installed) automatically.
Page 154 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others Images in HTML e-mail messages are ® ® In Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Secu- not displayed in Outlook Express rity Technologies, there is a function that blocks image displays in HTML e-mail messages.
Page 155 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others The message “Your computer might be This message is displayed by the “Security Center” function in Windows XP. at risk” is displayed The “Security Center” is a function that monitors the level of safety in Windows security settings in order to operate the computer safely, for example, with regard to antivirus measures.
Page 156 Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Others This message is displayed because the “Automatic Updates” setting in the is displayed “Security Center” is disabled or is not set. (Settings have not been made at the time of purchase.) “Automatic Updates” is a function that regularly checks whether high-priority update programs (security updates, etc.) have been provided to Windows Update, and automatically installs these programs to maintain Windows in its latest condition.
Page 157 You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status, and use this information when calling Panasonic Technical Support for advice. (If you have not logged on with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].)
Page 158 You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure. Select [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 Ctrl+Alt+F8.
Page 159 • PhoenixBIOS is a common law trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd. • WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc. • Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. • Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective owner companies.

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