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Panasonic CF-25LJF8EAM/E Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 (217) 352-9330 | Click HERE Find the Panasonic CF-27 at our website:...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-25 Series C o n t e n t s Getting Started Read Me First ............First-time Operation ..........O p e r a t i o n Starting Up/Shutting Down ........Computing On the Road ........Battery Power ............
  • Page 3 D a t e P u r c h a s e Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic CF-25 series computer. Please read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper opera- tion of your new computer. Illustrations in this Manual provides a useful fact or helpful information.
  • Page 4 Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra- the letter E or the Earth Symbol dio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 5 Usage Lithium Battery Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold Lithium Battery! Do not store or use the computer in locations This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold. time, and other data to be stored in it. Avoid moving the computer between locations with large temperature differences.
  • Page 6 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 down your computer while software applications are running or HDD indicator ( ) is on.
  • Page 7 C A U T I O N Please prepare nine 2HD formatted floppy disks to create backup disks of the Panasonic utilities. These backup disks are to be used when reinstallation of the Panasonic utilities becomes necessary. AC Adapter ........ 1 AC Cord ........
  • Page 8 The nine disks will contain the following (the check boxes are for you to con- firm copy of the disks.) Firstaid FD .............. 1 disk Panasonic Tools Disk .......... 1 disk TranXit Disk (1, 2) ..........2 disks Label-side up Drivers Disk (1, 2,3) ..........

  • Page 9: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up Open up the display Lift the latch and open up the display. N O T E Do not turn on the computer with the LCD panel closed if an external monitor is not connected. The computer will not power on. Turn your computer on Move the power switch toward the rear direction and hold it there for about one Power Switch...
  • Page 10 Using the Touch Pad Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. It is not necessary to apply too much pressure on the work surface. C A U T I O N Do not turn the computer ON while your fingers are in contact with the touch pad.
  • Page 11 Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) To shut down, save all data and select [Shut Down] from the [Start] menu N O T E From the keyboard, you may choose to press down on , then select [Shut Down]. Confirm shutdown Select [Shut down], then press .
  • Page 12 Using the hibernation function It is necessary to set the hibernation function using the Setup Utility. Power Switch Run the Setup Utility page 40) Using , select [Power Management], then press Using , select [Power Switch], set [Hibernation] Do not touch the with , then press power switch while...

  • Page 13: Computing On The Road

    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. 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 14 Setting Power Management (How to set [Advanced] and the hibernation timeout) Run the Setup Utility page 40) Using , select [Power Management], then press Using , select [Power Saving], then set [Advanced] with (To avoid setting the hibernation timeout, press and proceed on to step Using , select [Power Switch], then set [Hiberna-...
  • Page 15 B l i n k i n g r e d * Check your connections. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits B l i n k i n g o r a n g e f o r 5...

  • Page 16: Battery Power

    Battery Power P r e c a u t i o n s Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of liquid leakage, overheating, or bursting. • Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or expose it to heat. •...
  • Page 17 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-VZS250A (Ni-MH) or CF-VZS251 (Li-Ion)].

  • Page 18: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. S i t u a t i o n F u n c t i o n t o u s e R e f e r e n c e User Password below You do not want your computer to be used without permission...
  • Page 19 Security Measures Re-enter your password at the [Enter User Password Again] (This is for confirmation purposes.) Using , select [Set User Password], then press At the confirmation screen, press Press to end the password setting procedure Close the Setup Utility page 40) C A U T I O N To prevent the changing of your password without permission...
  • Page 20 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 21 Security Measures Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling) Run the Setup Utility page 40) Using , select [Supervisor Setup], then press Using , select [Supervisor Password], then press To enable or change your supervisor password Enter your password at the [Enter Supervisor Password], then press C A U T I O N Your password will not be displayed on the screen.

  • Page 22: Infrared Data Communications

    [Programs] - [TranXit]. N O T E Online help is available on how to use TranXit. Click [TranXit Quick Reference Guide] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. (Installing TranXit page 35) Setting or changing the “Computer Name” It is necessary to assign a different “Computer Name” to each computer; select [Com- puter Name] in [Setup] to change the name.

  • Page 23: Hardware Expansion

    Hardware Expansion Devices capable of being used by your computer are listed in the table below. W h e r e t o c o n n e c t D e v i c e ( s ) R e f e r e n c e PC Card Slots page 23 PC Cards (Modem, LAN, SCSI, etc.)
  • Page 24 Using PC Cards Your computer has three PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; there- fore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slots allow you to use three Type I or Type II cards (or two Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type Type One card can be used only in the bottom slot.
  • Page 25 Hardware Expansion A d d i n g M e m o r y C A U T I O N RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer.
  • Page 26 Using an External Display Power off your computer page 10) Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. C A U T I O N Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode;...
  • Page 27 Hardware Expansion Using a Printer Power off your computer page 10) Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. C A U T I O N Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hiberna- tion mode;...
  • Page 28 To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic Dealer or authorized Service Center C A U T I O N To customers: To change your hard disk, consult your nearest Panasonic dealer or authorized Service Center. Be sure to back up all important data before the change.

  • Page 29: Usage, Carrying And Maintenance

    Usage, Carrying and Maintenance Usage Environment Environment Places not to use your computer Place the computer on a flat stable surface. Such areas may result in damage to the computer. In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C Areas exposed to direct sunlight (41 °F to 95 °F) Areas with electronic equipment Humidity:...

  • Page 30: Computer Diagnosis

    Computer Diagnosis List of Error Codes If a problem occurs with your hardware, and [POST Start up Error(s)] is displayed along with the error code(s), follow the on-screen instructions. Setup Utility ( page 40) is started. Run [Load Default Settings (PnP)]. S e t u p Next, the Setup Utility must be run again to input the appropriate operating environ- ment settings.

  • Page 31: Dealing With Problems

    When a problem occurs, please refer to this page. If you think it has to do with the software application you are using, please read the related manual. If for some reason you still cannot figure out the problem, please consult your nearest Panasonic dealer.
  • Page 32 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. Setup Utility Enter the User Password or Supervisor Password. If you have forgotten it, consult your is displayed nearest Panasonic dealer.
  • Page 33 Dealing with Problems Connecting Peripherals You need to use drivers conforming to Windows 95 Version 4.00.950B (OSR-2). Some Your peripheral does not 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 34: Technical Information

    Technical Information N e t w o r k The network connection may be severed when entering the When the power saving function is running, TranXit and standby and suspend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable other communications software may malfunction. For ex- the hibernation timeout settings with the Setup Utility if you ample, communications may be halted if either require a network environment.

  • Page 35: Reinstalling Software

    Reinstalling Software Before Reinstallation Preparing You will need the backup disks (you earlier made copies of page 7), Windows 95 CD-ROM, Internet Explorer CD- ROM (only use enclosed CD-ROM) and a blank floppy disk for the startup disk. N O T E If you have not created the backup disks, a message will appear at startup urging you to make backup copy.
  • Page 36 , input [c:\util\drivers\video], then Set [Infrared] for [Connection Type] in [Connection press Setup] and press [Setup Connection]. Next, set [COM2] for [Port] and [Panasonic Notebook Computer] At the [Update Device Driver Wizard], press . The for [Model] in [Infrared Device]. Select default values display will ask you to restart Windows;...

  • Page 37: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ® THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) ("PROGRAMS") FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC PRODUCT ("PRODUCT") ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER ("YOU"), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.
  • Page 38 Beschränkte Benutzerlizenz-Vereinbarung ® Das (die) mit diesem Panasonic -Produkt (im weiteren als "Produkt" bezeichnet) gelieferte(n) Programm(e) (im weiteren als "Programme" bezeichnet) wird (werden) nur für den Gebrauch durch den Endnutzer (im weiteren als "der Käufer" bezeichnet ) lizenziert und darf (dürfen) ausschließlich gemäß den unten aufgeführten Lizenzbedingungen benutzt werden.
  • Page 39 Contrat de licence d'usage limité ® Le(s) logiciel(s) (les "Logiciels") fournis avec ce produit Panasonic (le "Produit") sont exclusivement concédés en licence à l'utilisateur ultime ("vous"), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci- dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi- tions des présentes.

  • Page 40: Windows 95 Setup Procedure

    Windows 95 Setup Procedure This procedure explains step on page 7 in more detail. Select settings for your region, then press Select your keyboard layout, then press (for U.S.A.: United States 101, for U.K.: British) E n t e r y o u r n a m e a n d y o u r c o m p a n y ’ s n a m e , t h e n p r e s s The License Agreement will be displayed.

  • Page 41: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press need to restart your computer. this message Press F1 for Setup N O T E The Setup Utility will not be run if is not pressed soon after the computer restarts. In this case, you need to restart your computer again.
  • Page 42 S y s t e m S e t u p I n t e r n a l P o i n t i n g D e v i c e [ E n a b l e ] S p e a k e r [ E n a b l e ] Setting the User Password (...

  • Page 43: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Front Display (LCD) Brightness Adjustment Bright: Dark: Touch Pad K e y b o a r d page 9 Infrared Communication Port (IrDA compliant) page 21 Reset Button LED Indicators When resetting your computer, use a page 14 dull pointed object like a ball point pen.
  • Page 44 Back Security Lock A Kensington cable can be connected to Serial Port prevent theft of your computer. For more Use this port to connect a serial mouse or a serial information, please read the manual that communications device such as a modem. comes with the cable.

  • Page 45: Specifications

    Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CF-25LJF8EAM/E CF-25LGF8EAM CF-25LGC4EAM/E ® C P U Pentium Processor with MMX technology 166 MHz Cache Memory 32 KB (256 KB) (second cache memory) EDO Memory 32MB (96 MB Max. ) 16 MB(80 MB Max.) (Expandable to) V i d e o M e m o r y 1.1 MB...

  • Page 46: I N D E

    I n d e x AC adapter ........... 6,12,14,30,44 Multimedia pocket ............. 22,43 Battery indicator ........... 14,30,42 Network password ............8 Battery pack ..........14,15,16,30,44 Battery Refresh .............. 16 Battery status ..............14 Parallel port ............26,43,44 Brightness adjustment........12,15,31,42 PC Card ............
  • Page 47 As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Outline of the International ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program The international ENERGY STAR Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.

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