Page 1: Table Of Contents
Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-71 Series Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad) ..... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...... Security Measures ..........Computing On The Road........ Battery Power ..........Using a Multimedia Pocket Device ....Using PC Cards ..........
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 touch pad (mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window LCD brightness con- Pressing this key combination adjusts the bright- When the bright- Fn + F2 ness is at its...
Page 3: Led Indicators
LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non- shifted input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then Key Pad is NumLk (Numeric key) pressed while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad.
Page 4: Panasonic Hand Writing
Positions on the work surface of the touch pad have corresponding positions in the Panasonic Hand Writing window. For example, a character or figure made in the top-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top-left part of the Panasonic Hand Writing window.
Page 5 Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad) Close the Hand Writing mode Confirm that the [Panasonic Hand Writing] window is active, and then press the left button of the touch pad. NOTE In the following cases, the Hand Writing mode is automatically cancelled.
Page 6: 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. NOTE With Windows 98, the “Suspend” is called “Standby”. Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions Function Suspend function...
Page 7: Resuming Operation
Suspend/Hibernation Functions CAUTION At the "beep*" sound, release your finger from the sleep switch. If you con- tinue to press down on the switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the "beep*" sound will come out again and the power will go off. Data not previ- ously saved will be lost.
Page 8 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 move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your computer using the keyboard.
Page 9: 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 do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to Hard Disk Lock below be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.
Page 10 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. 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 11 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your pass- word. Do not forget your password. If a 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.
Page 12 User Password for security reasons. Using , select [Hard Disk Lock], then press Enter NOTE If [Hard Disk Lock] is not displayed, contact Panasonic Technical Support. To enable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Enable], then press Enter At the [Caution], press Enter .
Page 13: Security Measures
Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.
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 the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) Technology You can control power consumption by setting CPU performance separately for “AC adapter connected” and “AC adapter disconnected (i.e., running on batteries).” For performance settings, select either [Battery Optimized Performance] or [Maximum Per- formance].
Page 16: Battery Power
Blinking red* 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 Battery capacity being refreshed. 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. Power settings, e.g., warning* for a low battery level, can be made in [Control Panel] - [Power Management].
Page 18 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-VZSU09).
Page 19: Battery Power
Battery Power Connect the battery pack Pull the tab outside the frame of the computer, and insert the non- Connector connector-side of the battery pack into the computer with the label- side up. Insert the connector-side of the battery pack into the computer to secure the connector.
Page 20: Using A Multimedia Pocket Device
Using a Multimedia Pocket Device You may use an included CD-ROM pack (CF-VCD711), an optional DVD-ROM drive pack (CF-VDD711/CF-VDD712) or an optional SuperDisk drive pack (CF-VFS711) by removing your floppy disk drive from the multimedia pocket. Installing/Removing a Multimedia Pocket Device Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode.
Page 21 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Parallel Port Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port, by using an optional FDD cable (CF-VCF351). CAUTION FDD Cable Do not move the drive while accessing data on the floppy disk.
Page 22 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Using a CD-ROM Usage Precautions Do not place items other than CDs on the tray. Do not leave the tray in the open position or touch the lens area. Should the lens become soiled by dust or dirt, the unit may not read CDs properly. Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position, doing so could damage the tray.
Page 23 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Software Preparation (first time only) The following settings are necessary to prepare the CD-ROM pack for use: Add the check mark for [DMA] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager] - [CDROM] - [TEAC CD-224E] - [Settings].
Page 24: 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 III Type I or II One card can be used only in the slot...
Page 25: 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 26: Port Replicator
Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB711). 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 in- cluding a headphone or microphone, etc. The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector on the bottom of your computer.
Page 27: Using A Printer
Using a Printer Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. * With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby". Connect the printer to your computer Parallel Port Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened Setting your printer Go to [My Computer] - [Printers].
Page 28: Using An External Display
Using an External Display Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. * With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby". Connect the external display to your computer NOTE External Display Port For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the external display.
Page 29 Select [OK] NOTE Depending on the software application, there are some applica- tions (Panasonic Hand Writing etc.) that cannot be used in the Dual-Display Mode. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display.
Page 30 Using an External Display CAUTION When the application running is not shown on the display, please refer to the follow- ing items. (Under the condition the application is in the external display (external display [2]), or after the application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the Position of the Extension Display is changed or the Dual-Display Mode is closed.) When there is no display after the Position of the Extension Display is changed:...
Page 31: Using An External Display
Using an External Display Possible Screen area and Color Settings in the Dual-Display Mode External Display Internal LCD 256 Colors 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 640 x 480 256 Colors 640 x 480 High Color (16 bit) 640 x 480 True Color (24 bit) 800 x 600...
Page 32: Using Usb Devices
Using USB Devices Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode. Connect the USB device to your computer NOTE USB Port For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the USB device.
Page 33: Infrared Data Communications
Infrared Data Communications Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to trans- fer 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 34: 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. If [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility, change this to [Disable] before the change.
Page 35 Hard Disk Drive Lift the hard disk drive to remove it from the connector and gently set a new hard disk drive on to the connector. Connector Insert the ribs of the hard disk as shown in the figure, and while slightly pushing the hard disk to the left put the hard disk in place.
Page 36: 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 37 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxxxxKB Primary Master: xxxxxMB Secondary Master: None NumLock: [On] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Parameters : Default) NumLock Touch Pad Disable Enable Speaker Disable Enable...
Page 38 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial Port: [3F8/IRQ4] IrDA Port: [2F8/IRQ3/DMA3] Parallel Port: [378/IRQ7] Mode: [Bi-directional] Internal CardBus Controller: [Enable] Parameters : Default) 3F8/IRQ4 Serial Port Disable 2F8/IRQ3/DMA3 IrDA Port Disable 378/IRQ7 Parallel Port 3BC/IRQ5 Disable Mode Uni-directional Bi-directional EPP* DMA* DMA 1 DMA 0 Internal CardBus Controller Enable...
Page 39 Setup Utility Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] Coffee Break Password: [Disable] Processor Serial Number: [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 40 Setup Utility Power Menu Power Management: [Enable (Always)] HDD Motor Timeout: 1 min ECO Mode Timeout: 2 min Sleep Switch: [Hibernation] Hibernation Timeout: [4 min] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key [Enable] CD-ROM Drive Speed: [High] Parameters : Default) Power Management* Disable Enable (Battery) Enable (Always) Automatically set through setting of Power Management Mode (1 min / Never) HDD Motor Timeout*...
Page 41 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 42: Technical Information
Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed under the condition the power of the display is OFF (for energy conservation purposes) and suspend* (hibernation) mode. When network or communication software is to be used, set [System standby], [Turn off monitor] and [Turn off hard disks](in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Management]) to [Never].
Page 43: 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 44 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 45: 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 46: Dealing With Problems
Dealing With Problems When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, 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 47: (Touch Pad)
Dealing With Problems 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 48 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. the hard disk Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Try testing another drive or media. When the previous item is not the cause You may need to clean the lens or CD.
Page 49: Character Input
F9 does not work Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password. [Hard Disk Lock] is not The internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic displayed Technical Support. Application Software Computer hangs...
Page 50: Connecting Peripherals
If a switch is made to the Hand Writing mode in Panasonic Hand Writing, any external mouse or trackball connecting to the external keyboard/mouse port will not operate. Reconnect the device after quitting the Hand Written mode. If the device still does not work, try restarting the computer.
Page 51 Dealing With Problems System File Checker Microsoft Corporation has announced that, with a computer in which Internet Explorer The message [System 5.01 is installed, if the [System File Checker] from the [Tools] menu in [Start] - [Pro- File Checker identified grams] - [Accessories] - [System Tools] - [System Information] is executed, the follow- that the following file may ing may occur.
Page 52 Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Imation, the Imation Logo, the circle-pyramid logo, SuperDisk and SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corp. Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. PCE0034B_98...

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