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Panasonic CF-45 Series Reference Manual

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[Start]-[Shut Down]:
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We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed out.
NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard that may result in moderate or serious injury.
This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Shut Down].
(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)
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Contents
Key Combinations .............................................
LED Indicators ...................................................
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ......................
Security Measures ............................................
Computing On the Road ................................
Battery Power .................................................
Using PC Cards ..............................................
Adding Memory ..............................................
Port Replicator ................................................
Using a Printer ................................................
Using an External Display .............................
Hard Disk Drive ...............................................
Setup Utility ....................................................
Technical Information ....................................
List of Error Codes .........................................
DMI Viewer ......................................................
Dealing With Problems...................................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-45 Series Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...... Security Measures ..........Computing On the Road ........ Battery Power ..........Using PC Cards ..........Adding Memory ..........Port Replicator ..........Using a Printer ..........Using an External Display ......

  • Page 2: Note

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the trackball (mouse) or other keys. Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the brightness. LCD brightness control Fn + F2 (When the brightness is at its maximum value,...

  • Page 3: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted Caps Lock input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then KeyPad is pressed NumLk (Numeric key) while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the keyboard to func- tion as a numeric keypad.

  • Page 4: Suspend/Hibernation Functions

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your com- puter, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. Differences between the suspend function and hibernation function Function Suspend function Hibernation function...

  • Page 5: Resuming Operation

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions Shutting Down Using the Suspend Function Fn + F7 or Select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu Suspend Mode NOTE When you select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu: [Suspend] is deleted from the [Start] menu by unchecking [Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power] or by unchecking [Show suspend command on Start menu] in [Advanced].
  • Page 6 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function CAUTION Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the trackball or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected. There are cases where these devices will fail to operate;...

  • Page 7: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use Reference You do not want your computer to be used without permission User Password below Same as above, but while you’re away temporarily Coffee break Password page 10 You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy disk...

  • Page 8: Setting The Supervisor Password

    Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
  • Page 9 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Support. To prevent the changing of your password without permission •...
  • Page 10 Security Measures When you do not want your computer to be used without permission while away temporarily You should set the “Coffee break Password” (Note that you must first set the User Password). When you input your selected key combination, the computer locks (key input, use of the trackball and use of an external mouse are no longer possible).
  • Page 11 Security Measures When you want to prevent theft of or damage to data by using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwrit- ten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

  • Page 12: Computing On The Road

    Computing On the Road Conserving 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. Purchasing an extra battery (CF-VZS251A* ) and the optional battery charger* is highly rec-...
  • Page 13 Computing On the Road Setting Power Saving Mode Run the Setup Utility page 26) Using , select [Power] Using , select [Power Management] and press Enter Using , select [Enable(Always)] and press Enter Using , select [Power Switch] and press Enter Using , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and press...

  • Page 14: Power Management Settings

    Computing On the Road Power Management settings Power Management Enable (Always) Enable(Battery)* Disable Functions (Setting at the time of automatically set purchase) 1 min 1 min Never HDD Motor Timeout 2 min 2 min Never ECO Mode Timeout Power Conservation Enable Disable Disable...

  • Page 15: Battery Power

    Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Blinking red* Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits...

  • Page 16: Open The Cover

    Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZS251AW).

  • Page 17: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards PC Card Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. The slots allow you to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type I or II Type III One card can be used only in the slot 1.

  • Page 18: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory RAM Module CAUTION Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

  • Page 19: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB451W). 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.

  • Page 20: Using A Printer

    Using a Printer Power off your computer Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. Parallel Port Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened...

  • Page 21: Using An External Display

    Using an External Display Power off your computer Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. Connect the external display to your computer Ext.

  • Page 22: Using Usb Devices

    Using USB Devices Installing USB Devices Run the Setup Utility page 26) Using , select [Power] Using , select [Power Management] and press Enter Using , select [Disable] and press Enter Using , select [Power Switch] and press Enter Using , select [Off] and press Enter Using...

  • Page 23: Removing Usb Devices

    Using USB Devices NOTE Execute the following steps if the operation of a USB device is unstable. When the steps below are implemented, however, faults such as Windows being unable to shut down exist when the USB HUB remains connected. (In such cases, remove the USB HUB.) In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\msupdate\usbupd2.exe]**, then press [OK].

  • Page 24: Infrared Data Communications

    Infrared Data Communications Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to transfer data without a cable. Preparations for Infrared Data Communications Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. ( below) Position your computer so that the port is face-to-face with the port of another computer. Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another.

  • Page 25: Hard Disk Drive

    33). CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. To technicians (at Panasonic Technical Support): Be careful when replacing the hard disk. The hard disk is extremely sensitive to shock.

  • Page 26: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you need Upon seeing Press F2 to enter Setup press F2 to restart your computer. this message NOTE Press F2 while [Press F2 to enter Setup] is displayed. The Setup Utility will not run if F2 is not pressed soon after the computer starts. In this case, you need to restart your computer.
  • Page 27 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxxxxKB Primary Master: xxxxMB Secondary Master: CD-ROM Numlock: [On] Trackball: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Parameters : Default) Numlock Touch Pad Enable Disable Speaker Enable Disable Display...
  • Page 28 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial Port : [Auto] IrDA Port: [Auto] Parallel Port: [Auto] Mode: [Bi-directional] Parameters : Default) The default values change between (PnP) and (Non-PnP) settings. Auto PnP Selected Serial Port 3F8/IRQ4 Non-PnP Selected Disable IrDA Port Auto PnP Selected 2F8/IRQ3/DMA3 Non-PnP Selected Disable Auto PnP Selected...
  • Page 29 Setup Utility Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] Coffee break Password: [Disable] CAUTION If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password; The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set and [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection].

  • Page 30: Power Management Modes

    Setup Utility Power Menu Power Management: [Enable (Always)] HDD motor timeout: 1 min ECO mode timeout: 2 min Power Switch: [Hibernation] Hibernation Timeout: * [4 min] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key [Enable] CD-ROM Drive Speed: [High] * The [Suspend Timeout] item will be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Suspend]. Both [Hibernation Timeout] and [Suspend Timeout] may not be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Off].
  • Page 31 Setup Utility Exit Menu NOTE Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes If the Supervisor Password or User Get PnP Default Values Password has been set, the password Get non-PnP Default Values must be entered before Windows can Load Previous Values start.

  • Page 32: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the ECO Mode and suspend (hiberna- tion) mode. Be sure to disable the [Suspend/Hibernation Timeout] settings with the Setup Utility if you require a network environment. When the power saving function is running, communications software may malfunction. For example, communications may be halted if the suspend (hibernation) mode is activated.
  • Page 33 Technical Information Hard Disk FAT32 This computer uses a new, highly efficient file system called FAT32. Please note the following regarding FAT32. Some software will not run normally: Do not run disk utilities and other software not compatible with FAT32. Doing so could cause incorrect information such as hard disk capacity to be shown or could destroy hard disk data.
  • Page 34 Technical Information Internet Explorer Internet Explorer 4.01 places a tremendous load on the system in order to execute the wide variety of functions that it provides. As a result, some unexpected faults may occur. If any of these faults occurs, try using the software with some Internet Explorer 4.01 functions turned off.

  • Page 35: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
  • Page 36 List of Error Codes *02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. *02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). *02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

  • Page 37: Dmi Viewer

    CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

  • Page 38: Dealing With Problems

    Dealing With Problems When a problem occurs, please 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, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or bat- Check the cable connection for the AC adapter.
  • Page 39 Dealing With Problems Display At the time of purchase, the display setting is preset for an external display. If you connect an No display after powering external display, the screen is displayed on the external display. When there is no display to an external display, •...
  • Page 40 Is the CD bent or labeled? brates a lot Setup Utility [Enter Password] is dis- Enter the User Password or Supervisor Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic played Technical Support. Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

  • Page 41: Connecting Peripherals

    Dealing With Problems Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not You need to use drivers conforming to OS*. Some earlier drivers will no longer work. work (An error occurs while For more information, please ask the manufacturer of the driver in question. installing the driver) ®...
  • Page 42 Dealing With Problems Application Software Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to reboot the computer. Computer Hangs Rerun the application program after the computer restarts. If the program no longer works normally, go to [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] to delete the program.
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