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NOTE:
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[Start]-[Shut Down]:
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NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.
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Contents
Read Me First ...................................................... 2
Key Combinations .............................................. 4
LED Indicators .................................................... 5
Touchscreen ....................................................... 6
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ....................... 8
Security Measures ............................................ 11
Computing On The Road.................................. 14
Battery Power ................................................... 16
PC Cards ........................................................... 20
RAM Module...................................................... 22
Modem ............................................................... 23
Port Replicator .................................................. 24
Accessories ...................................................... 25
Hard Disk Drive ................................................. 26
Setup Utility ...................................................... 28
Technical Information ...................................... 34
DMI Viewer ........................................................ 36
Creating BACKUP DISKS ................................. 37
List of Error Codes ........................................... 39
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Dealing With Problems (Advanced) ....41 strap or handle for convenience of expla- nation. CF-M34 Series CF-17 Series Illustrations 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.

  • Page 2: Read Me First

    Read Me First Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable. Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or HDD indicator ( ) is on.
  • Page 3 Read Me First Usage Environment Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface. In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Humidity: 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity: 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) Places not to use your computer...

  • Page 4: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness Is displayed when LCD brightness con- Fn + F1...

  • Page 5: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted input is capitalized. NumLk These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a (Numeric key) portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.

  • Page 6: Touchscreen

    Touchscreen Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen display allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with your finger. (The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The operation settings can be changed in [Start] - [Programs] - [Updd] - [Settings].) Clicking Moving the cursor...
  • Page 7 Touchscreen Configuring the Touchscreen When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps. Select from the taskbar or select [Settings] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Updd] The following screen will appear. Calibration Define the calibration setup. Windows Use when the cursor can not be pointed correctly with Set the “double-click”...

  • Page 8: 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 computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions Function Suspend function Hibernation function...

  • Page 9: Resuming Operation

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions NOTE With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend function. Fn + F7 page Select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu. Resuming Operation Slide the power switch If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set. This password has been set in the Setup Utility and is not an NT password.
  • Page 10 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad or touchscreen (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected).

  • Page 11: 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 Supervisor Password below User Password You want to prevent theft of your computer User Security lock "Names and Functions of Parts"...

  • Page 12: Setting The Supervisor Password

    Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user 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 13 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user password. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Sup- port. To prevent the changing of your password without permission •...

  • Page 14: 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. Four Important Points POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
  • Page 15 Computing On The Road Setting Timeout Function Run the Setup Utility page Using , select [Power] Using , select [Power Switch] and press Enter Using , select either [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and press Enter Using , select either [Battery Operation] or [AC Adapter Operation] and press Enter Using , select either [ECO mode Timeout] or [Hiber-...

  • Page 16: Battery Power

    Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
  • Page 17 Battery Power When the remaining battery charge becomes low Save your data and power off your computer Following that: Plug in the AC adapter, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adapter nor an extra battery, power the computer off. Red indicator lights Suspend Mode Beep sounds*...

  • Page 18: Replacing The Battery Pack

    Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU15).
  • Page 19 Battery Power Put the battery pack Use the blue tab to lower the battery pack into place. Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place. CAUTION Be sure the battery pack is properly connected to the connector. Put the cover back into place The cover is closed by inserting the hook at the right end (see illus- tration) into the groove.

  • Page 20: Pc Cards

    PC Cards Your computer has one PC Card slot. This slot conforms to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slot allows you to use one Type I or Type II card. CAUTION Please check the PC Cards’ specifications. Be sure the total operating current does not exceed the specified limit.
  • Page 21 PC Cards PC Card Utility Program About Phoenix Card Executive 2.0 for Windows NT ® When using a Windows NT model, confirm that Phoenix Card Executive™ 2.0 for ® Windows NT ® is installed. If [Card Executive 2.0 for NT] is displayed in the [Control Panel], this indicates that the program is installed.

  • Page 22: Ram Module

    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 23: Modem

    Modem When using the internal modem, set [Internal Modem] or to [Enable]* in the Setup Utility. (* Default) Connecting a telephone line to the internal modem It is not possible to connect the internal modem to any of the following lines. Internal home phones Intercoms CAUTION...

  • Page 24: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB341). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your com- puter around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a head- phone or microphone, etc.

  • Page 25: Accessories

    Accessories Handle A handle is available as an option (CF-VSH341). The handle can be used as a tilt stand as shown in the illustration. Hand Strap and Shoulder Strap A hand strap and shoulder strap are available as an option (CF-VSS341). The hand strap is convenient for computing while standing.

  • Page 26: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact 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.
  • Page 27 Hard Disk Drive Remove the hard disk Unlock the connector lock. Remove the cable. Gently lift the hard disk. Installing the hard disk Perform the steps in the reverse order of the procedure to remove Cable the hard disk. Connector Lock Unlock the connector lock.

  • Page 28: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press Press <F2> to enter SETUP need to restart your computer. this message NOTE Press F2 while [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed. The Setup Utility will not run if is not pressed soon after the computer starts.

  • Page 29: Main Menu

    Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/1999] System Memory: xxxxxKB Hard Disk: xxxxMB NumLock: [Off] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Expansion: [Disable] Parameters : Default) NumLock Touch Pad Disable Enable Speaker Disable Enable Display External Monitor Internal LCD Simultaneous...

  • Page 30: Advanced Menu

    Disable Enable Legacy USB Support Disable Enable For Windows NT, set [Disable] for [Plug & Play]. [Serial port A]: Main unit (CF-17/CF-M34) [Serial port B]: Port replicator (CF-VEB341) This item is displayed only when [Parallel Port] is set to [378].

  • Page 31: Security Menu

    Setup Utility Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Set Supervisor Password: [Press Enter] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Press Enter] 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 32: Power Menu

    Setup Utility Power Menu Power Switch: [Hibernation] Panel Switch: [LCD Off] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key: [Enable] Battery Operation AC Adapter Operation Parameters : Default) Power Switch Suspend Hibernation Power Off Panel Switch LCD Off Suspend Hibernation Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key Disable Enable Battery Operation* ECO Mode Timeout Disable 1 Minute 2 Minutes 4 Minutes 6 Minutes 8 Minutes 12 Minutes 16 Minutes...

  • Page 33: Exit Menu

    Setup Utility Exit Menu Save Values & Exit NOTE Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values If the Supervisor Password or User Load Previous Values Password has been set, the pass- Save Current Values word must be entered before Win- dows can start.

  • Page 34: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the ECO mode and sus- pend (hibernation) 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 mal- function.
  • Page 35 Technical Information Enabling Power Conservation Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT ® is installed. (If [APM 2.0 for NT] is displayed in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.) If the program is not installed, be sure to install it. Use [Power Management] under [Advanced].

  • Page 36: 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 37: Creating Backup Disks

    Turn on your computer Set a floppy disk and make sure it is not in the write-protected state Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Create Tool Disk] Follow the on-screen instructions. Place a label identifying the contents on each disk.

  • Page 38: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of except 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 39 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 40 Dealing With Problems (Advanced) When a problem occurs, please refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up The power indicator or Check the cable connection for the AC adapter. battery indicator is not lit Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.

  • Page 41: Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

    Dealing With Problems (Advanced) Display No display after powering At the time of purchase, the display setting is preset for an external display. If you connect an external display, the screen is displayed on the external display. When there is no display to an external display, •...
  • Page 42 Dealing With Problems (Advanced) Touchscreen Unable to input by Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touchscreen] to [2E8/IRQ7]? touching the display page 30 Confirm that the setting for resource in [Start] - [Programs] - [Updd] - [Settings] - [Hardware] and the setting for [2E8/IRQ7] in [Touchscreen] of the Setup Utility are appropriate.
  • Page 43 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When the previous item Try testing another drive or media.

  • Page 44: Application Software

    The sound may continue for a short period of time, but if the computer starts up in a normal manner, then the problem is not serious. If, however, the computer fails to start up, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

  • Page 45: Connecting Peripherals

    Dealing With Problems (Advanced) 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) Check the computer-printer connection.
  • Page 46 Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows and IntelliMouse are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0016A_NT...

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