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1. 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 Select start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Select Pointers Select None in Scheme then select OK A printer can be connect to the parallel port A or the USB port gt page 70 NOTE Before connecting a printer change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of the printer exists Once a screen to install a driver is displayed the multimedia pocket device cannot be recognized even if it is properly installed You may need to install a driver for your printer Follow the on screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions of the printer on how to install the driver When you connect a printer to the parallel port confirm whether or not the setting for the Parallel Port in the Setup Utility is optimal page 92 1 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function 2 Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer then turn on your computer 4 Setting your printer Select Start Printers and Faxes Find your printer s icon double click on it then select Printer Set as Default Printer If no icon i
2. Using either or select Protected and press Enter When you do not want your computer to be used without permission When Password on boot is set to Enable it is impossible to start the computer without the password NOTE You cannot set Password on boot without setting the Supervisor Password Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so gt page 33 Setting the Password on boot enabling disabling 1 Run the Setup Utility page 87 2 Using either gt or select Security 3 Using either or Y select Password on boot and press Enter 4 Select Enable or Disable Security Measures BACK 37 NEXT gt To enable the Password on boot Select Enable and press Enter To disable the Password on boot Select Disable and press Enter 5 Press F10 and select Yes then press Enter Starting Up When the Password on boot is Set Enter Password Enter your password and press Enter gt page 87 When the correct password is inputted the computer will start When three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute the computer will power off 1 Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility not the Windows password When you do not want the data on the hard disk to be read written When the Hard Disk Lock is set to Enable it is impossible to read write data from to
3. 0251 System CMOS checksum An error has occurred in the memory that stores the bad Default configuration used Setup Utility settings This error occurs when the memory content is changed through some inadvertent operation by a program or other function Run the Setup Utility and load the default values then change the settings to the appropriate values as needed gt page 87 Ifthe problem persists the internal clock battery may need to be replaced Contact Panasonic Technical Support 0271 Check date and time The data and time setting are incorrect settings Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly gt page 90 Ifthe problem persists the internal clock battery may need to be replaced Contact Panasonic Technical Support 0280 Previous boot incomplete Startup has failed repeatedly so the Setup Utility Default configuration used settings have been returned to their default values and the computer has been restarted Run the Setup Utility and load the default values then change the settings to the appropriate values as needed gt page 87 02B0 Diskette drive A error Disconnect the floppy disk drive and reconnect it Make sure the drive is secured correctly List of Error Codes BACK 107 NEXT gt Error Code Message Action 0613 Serial Port configuration I O address and IRQ settings are in conflict changed Run the Setup Utility and
4. 7 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority 8 Select start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Hardware 9 Confirm that touchpad touchscreen models with touchscreen or touchpad models without touchscreen is displayed at Devices lt When touchpad touchscreen models with touchscreen or touchpad models without touchscreen is not displayed gt Select the external mouse or trackball and then select Properties Touch Pad BACK 19 NEXT gt Select Driver and then select Update Driver At Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard select No not this time and then select Next Select Install from a list or specific location and then select Next Select Don t search will choose the driver to install and then select Next Select Have Disk input c util drivers mouse at Copy manufacturer s files from then select OK Select touchpad touchscreen models with touchscreen or touchpad models without touchscreen and then select Next If the some item names are displayed select one If xx has not passed Windows Logo testing is displayed select Continue Anyway Select Finish and then select Close The display will ask you to restart Windows Select Yes The computer will restart lt When touchpad touchscreen models with touchscreen or touchpad models without touchscreen is displayed gt Select OK
5. Before entering the standby or hibernation mode Be sure to save all data When a file in an external device such as a CD DVD drive external hard disk or ATA card is opened close the file Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility Enter Password does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode use the Windows password as follows Select the account to change in start Control Panel User Accounts Set the password Add the check mark for Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced 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 e When the Multimedia pocket device indicator WP or hard disk drive indicator S is on e When playing recording audio files and displaying images Such as MPEG files e When playing a DVD Video e When writing to a CD R RW disc e When using communications software or the network function e When using PC Cards If these cards fail to work properly restart the computer e When an external mouse is connected to the serial port 1 Except when using a second battery p
6. 1 NEXT gt Panasonic Reference Manual Personal Computer modei no CF 29 Series We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed Read Me First BACK 2 NEXT 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 ifthe 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 If this happens log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions This manual covers two types of models as distinguished by the type of LCD screen models with touchscreen and models without touchscreen Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs etc The following drives may be described as CD DVD drive CD ROM drive DVD ROM drive CD R RW drive DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive DVD MULTI drive 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 start Run This illustration means to click start then to click Run For some applications you may need to double Click gt or gt These symbols indicated related pages gt Refer to the page
7. E Starting Up BACK 110 NEXT gt When the previous item is not the cause Press F9 in the Setup Utility This will restore the Setup Utility s settings to their default values except the password settings Try removing all peripheral devices Check a disk error using the following procedure Display Local Disk C Properties Select Local Disk C with the right button in start My Computer and select 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 Start the computer in Safe Mode and confirm the details of the error When Password on boot is set to Enable Enter Password appears after the Panasonic boot screen disappears Hold down F8 soon after inputting the password and pressing Enter E Display No display after powering on When there is no display to an external display e Check your cable connection to the external display e Confirm your display is powered on e Check the settings for your external display The display destination may be set to the external display Try changing the display destination by pressing Fm F3 o If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing Fm F3 make sure that the display destination has switched completely each
8. Schemes 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 touchscreen digitizer or tablet button is used The computer cannot resume if a telephone is connected to the line of a modem e g a PC Card modem other than the internal modem LAN BACK 75 NEXT gt 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 1 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function 2 Connect the cable Connect the LAN port A and the network system server HUB etc using a LAN cable 3 Turnonthe computer CAUTION Do not use the standby or hibernation functions during communications except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use as this may cause an error in data transmission or reception The timeout function may engage even during data transmissions causing the computer to automatically go into standby or hibernation mode When not using the Wake up from LAN function we recommend
9. Select start All Programs Accessories System Tools Character Map Dealing with Problems Advanced lt x BACK 114 NEXT gt E Networking 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 We recommend asking your system administrator or the person in charge of the network If the standby or hibernation mode is entered the computer may have to be restarted If the link lamp on the HUB unit is not on and the network cannot be accessed set the speed to match the HUB unit gt page 76 Cannot check the computer s MAC Check the computers MAC address using the following procedure address Display Command Prompt Select start All Programs Accessories Command Prompt Input ipconfig all and press the Enter key Wireless LAN s MAC address only for models with wireless LAN Make a note of the 12 digit string of albhanumerics displayed on the wireless LAN s Physical Address line Then input exit and press the Enter key LAN s MAC address Make a note of the 12 digit string of albhanumerics displayed on the LAN s Physical Address line Then input exit and press the Enter key The following pheno
10. Panasonic 2 Drawa character or figure When using the Touch Pad mode 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 Panasonic Hand Writing BACK 25 NEXT gt 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 Select S or select Touch Pad mode in Option Draw a character or figure using the touch pad Determine the position to begin drawing while pressing down on the right button of the touch pad After determining this position release your finger from the button and draw Drawing is not possible while the right button of the touch pad is being pressed Press the left button of the touch pad to end the Touch Pad mode When not using the Touch Pad mode Drag across the Panasonic Hand Writing window to draw a character or figure 1 Touch pad gt page 12 Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen gt page 20 NOTE Do not operate any of the followings when using the Panasonic Hand Writing in the Touch Pad mode The Touch Pad mode will be cancelled e Switch to another application e Resume operation from the standby or hibernation mode e Display the settings screen for Panasonic Hand Writing e Select a menu after pressing AIt e Touch the touchscreen only for models with touchscreen in the fol
11. Using either A or VY select Set User Password and press Enter A NH Only when the User Password has been set Enter your password at Enter Current Password and press Enter 5 Enter your password at Enter New Password and press Enter To disable the User Password Press only Enter 6 Re enter your password at Confirm New Password and press Enter To disable the User Password Press only Enter 7 At Setup Notice press Enter 8 Press F10 and select Yes then press Enter CAUTION Do not forget your password If a password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer If this happens ask a person who knows the Supervisor Password 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 Security Measures BACK 36 NEXT gt NOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used e There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters e Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password e Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without permission Run the Setup Utility and enter the Supervisor Password Go to Security menu Using and W select User Password Protection and press Enter
12. When using the external mouse touch pad Select Mouse Touch pad B Select a combination of Alt Ctrl and Shift and add the check mark Exit Multiple keys can be combined for example Alt Ctrl C Select right click or left click D with the keys selected in step v 2x enlargement D Version When using the keyboard Select Keyboard A Select the text box E and then press the key used for the shortcut e g Alt Z Alt Ctrl Z etc Changing the window shape Select Circular F or Rectangular H Start up Loupe Utility when Windows is started Add the check mark for Register in Startup G Return Loupe Utility to the default factory shipment setting Select Restore Defaults 1 3 Select OK E Select whether to make the display enlargement 2x or 3x Show Loupe Z Q 2x enlargement D 3x enlargement T Right click 4E and then select 2x enlargement or 3x enlargement Settings Version Exit List of Error Codes BACK 106 NEXT gt When turning on the computer if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed follow the instructions shown below If the problem persists or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here contact Panasonic Technical Support Error Code Message Action 0212 Keyboard error If an external keyboard is connected disconnect these devices
13. f 802 11a is enabled or disabled while the computer is connected to an 802 11b g access point the connection to the access point will be temporarily interrupted You can change the setting of the wireless LAN standard Wireless Mode in Device Manager using the following procedure Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Double click Intel R PRO Wireless 2915 ABG Network Connection at Net work Adapters Select Advanced and then select Wireless Mode in Property Remove the check mark from Use default value and select the settings E g 802 11a and 802 11g Select OK 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 802 11a is enabled L 802 11a is disabled 802 11a 802 11b Z 802 11b and 802 11g and 802 119 802 11a and 802 11g lt 802 11g only 802 11a only lt gt 802 11b only 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 Set the network to be accessed as Device to device Ad hoc Set the network names to the same name Set the network authentication to the same
14. in order to reduce Me RUREEPEt charges the battery will not be rech as fallen to less than 95 ng the battery while the computer is powered off is recon ura ri 3 Perform the enlarged display A Enlarged display window If you drag this part the enlarged display will move B E no show button If you select JE the enlarged display window will be hidden a e Selecting outside the enlarged display or right clicking while pressing Alit again will hide the enlarged display window too C Changing the size If you drag this part you can enlarge downsize the enlarged b l display window tease hastening N Oem e The enlarged downsized size will differ depending on the display resolution NOTE Loupe Utility displays the screen at the moment of the display enlargement e g the moment when the right button is clicked while pressing Alt After the screen has been enlarged there is no change in the enlarged display window even if the original screen changes To reflect the changes select the enlarged display window A There are some applications that may not be enlarged properly Loupe Utility BACK 104 NEXT gt Set Loupe Utility 1 Right click E on the taskbar Saale 2 Select Settings Changing the operation when showing hiding the enlarged display window Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged display window by using an 3x enlargement T external mouse touch pad or keyboard Settings
15. into segments so that different communications can be conducted on each band segment A Channel refers to the individual frequency bandwidth divisions Some access points have a function that limits automatic access point detection Confirm the access point s SSID using the access point manual and make the settings manually on the computer The access point wireless function may be disabled Confirm the access point s settings according to the access point manual If you have installed a firewall change the firewall s settings to enable communications from an access point register as a computer capable of communications etc Dealing with Problems Advanced lt BACK 116 NEXT N m Networking Wireless LAN only for models with wireless LAN Cannot communicate with the access Confirm that the access point is on point Confirm that the following settings match with the access point If these settings do not match confirm the access point settings and do the settings on the computer again e Network name SSID or ESSID e Data encryption e Network authentication e Network key e Key index Using the following procedure confirm whether the computer s protocol settings are correct only when using TCP IP i When mi is displayed on the taskbar i Right click my and select Open the Network Connection When m is not displayed on the taskbar Select start Control Panel Network an
16. lt Only for models with touchscreen gt 10 Perform the touchscreen calibration gt page 22 Handling the Touch Pad By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only Do not place any object on the work 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 Try to avoid having any harmful substances such as oil come in contact with the touch pad The cursor may not work properly in such cases When the touch pad becomes dirty Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung Do not use benzene or thinner or rubbing alcohol Doing so may adversely affect the surface e g discoloration In addition do not use commercially available household cleaners and cosmetics as they may contain components harmful to the surface Only for models with 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 gt page 22 The following explanation gives one example for the default settings The operation settings can be changed gt page 22 Moving the cursor The cursor is moved to the location
17. of Scroll Configuration and then add the check mark for Vertical and or Horizontal Select OK Operating the Touch Pad Function Operation Moving the Cursor surface E Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work Tapping Clicking tapping or clicking To right click click with the right button Double Tapping Double Clicking double tapping or double clicking Dragging Two quick taps but on the second tap leaving your finger down applying pressure and moving it on the work surface or While holding down the button moving your finger on the work surface Scroll 1 Scroll a document rotate the wheel 2 Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel Mode 4 Original Mode h i Auto Scrol 13 Automatically scroll a document move the mouse after clicking the wheel 2 Operate after pressing the two buttons simultaneously When releasing the auto scroll function One tap on the work surface Pan 13 Scroll in various directions of a document move the mouse slightly while holding down the wheel 2 Operate while holding down the two buttons Zoom 13 Magnify reduce the display of a document rotate the wheel while holding down Gtr 2 A Magnify B Reduce Data Zoom 3 Display or hide a document or perform operations to return to or proceed with Internet Explorer ro
18. of the computer Dealing with Problems Advanced lt x BACK 123 NEXT gt E Fast User Switching Function Some applications may not work properly When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function the following problems may occur e Some applications may not work properly e Key combination with Fm may not work e It may not be possible to set the settings of the display e A serial mouse may not work e lt Only for models with wireless LAN gt Wireless LAN may not work In this case log off all users without using Fast User Switching function and try the operation once more If the problem persists restart the computer E Others No response Press Gtri Shift Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application which is not responding Is there an input screen e g password input screen at startup hidden behind another window Use Allt Tal to check for other windows being displayed After shutting down by sliding the power switch for more than four seconds slide the power switch to power on and open the application again If the program no longer works normally delete the program using the following menu Then reinstall the program start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs When trying to play back video files using Windows Media Player the message Codec required appears and the file cannot be played back Some video files use a Codec
19. status display are the same as for the main battery pack status page 42 Hard disk drive status This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed 1 Power status of the multimedia pocket This indicator lights when power is supplied to a device in the multimedia pocket Itis not lit when a second battery pack is installed in the multimedia pocket You can confirm the status of the second battery pack with multimedia pocket device status lt 1 MP is the abbreviation for Multimedia Pocket Touch Pad BACK 12 NEXT gt Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations A Work Surface Touch Pad B Left Button C Right Button The touch pad has the following two modes of operation Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel Mode Setting at the time of purchase Original Mode Wheel mode operations almost identical to the case of using the Microsoft IntelliMouse for scroll Zoom etc operations are possible for Microsoft wheel function compatible applications Microsoft IntelliMouse is a mouse type device that in addition to the two conventional buttons incorporates a wheel able to rotate forwards backwards Only scroll operation is possible for applications not compatible with the Microsoft wheel function Even for applications compatible with the Microsoft wheel functi
20. FIO At the confirmation message select Yes and press Enter The computer will restart External Display BACK 65 NEXT gt Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode 1 Power off your computer 2 Connect the external display Connect the external display to the external display port A on your computer 3 Turnon the external display then turn on your computer After Windows starts up the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the following menu start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Devices It is possible to change the setting to display only on the external display or on both the internal LCD and the external display with Fm F3 4 Set your external display Select start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Devices Monitor and make the settings NOTE The display destination after resuming from hibernation mode or after restarting may differ from the display destination before entering hibernation mode or before restarting When changing the display destination after Windows has started do not press any keys or slide the power switch until the display destination has changed completely Fn F3 does not work when Command Prompt screen is set to Full Screen When
21. For more details ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network CAUTION Set profiles for each user using the following procedure 1 Double click 4 on the taskbar to display Intel PROSet Wireless screen When a or hail is displayed The wireless LAN is on Skip step 2 Intel PROSet Wireless 2 Select A and select Wireless On A 3 Select Add B in Profiles ly connect to wireless profiles in the order specified below 4 Enter the profile name and Wireless network name SSID and make other necessary changes then select Next Wireless LAN BACK 81 NEXT gt 5 Make necessary changes and select OK For security we recommend that you enable encryption WEP If you enable WEP enable encryption on the access point side as well The setting described below is only an example For the other settings ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network Select WEP on Data Encryption Select 64 bit or 128 bit from Encryption Level Input the Encryption key in Wireless Security Password Encryption key In the case of pass phrase 64 bit 5 characters 128 bit 13 characters In the case of hexadecimal 64 bit 10 digits 128 bit 26 digits e Set the same values for the computer side and the access point side e When using an access point for which 128 bit can be set Some
22. access points display 104 bit we recommend setting data encryption to 128 bit to prevent unauthorized decryption 6 Select the profile you have set and select Connect Ifthe setting of the profile that is currently connected is changed the new setting will not be enabled until you select the profile and then select Connect Ais displayed the computer is connecting to an access point Wait fora moment If me is displayed for a longer time perform the following procedure Display Intel PROSet Wireless screen page 80 Select again a profile name you want to connect and select Connect If me is not displayed perform the following procedure Select start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Network Connections Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties Add a checkmark for Show icon in notification area when connected and then select OK 7 Select Close Wireless LAN BACK 82 NEXT gt NOTE For more information about how to use the Intel PROSet Wireless Software refer to Help in the menu bar Using wireless LAN standard IEEE802 11a 802 114 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 To use 802 11a you need to install the Wireless LAN Switch following t
23. access points aside from the access point to which this computer is connected confirm that different channels have been set for each access point Unable to connect to a network Is the IP address of the access point wrong Following the operating instructions of the access point set the IP address of the access point again correctly Cannot communicate via an ADSL or Check to see whether IP address and DHCP server settings are set as cable modem indicated by the ISP provider Cannot set wireless LAN to Enable or It may become impossible to set the wireless LAN to Enable or Disable if Disable these settings are changed repeatedly on the Network Connection screen In this case restart the computer Press the F9 key in the Setup Utility This will restore the Setup Utility s settings to their default values except the password settings Cannot communicate using Install the Wireless LAN Switch page 82 IEEE802 11a i PT F Enable the wireless LAN using Device Manager or the Setup Utility The Wireless LAN Switch icon Install the Wireless LAN Switch page 82 or c is not displayed E 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 For information on drivers contact the manufacturer of
24. again for you to input the appropriate operating environment settings The processing speed depends on the application software used so this operation may not cause the processing speed to increase If you install resident software after purchasing this computer disable the resident software The date and time are incorrect You can set the date and time using the following menu start Control Panel Date Time Language and Regional Options Date and Time If you continue to experience problems the internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced Contact Panasonic Technical Support When the computer is connected to a LAN confirm the date and time of the server This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year 2100 A D Dealing with Problems Advanced E Starting Up BACK 109 NEXT gt When resuming from the standby or hibernation mode Enter Password does not appear even if a password has been set in the Setup Utility Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility Enter Password does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode use the Windows password as follows Select the account to change in start Control Panel User Accounts and set the password Add the check mark for Prompt for passwor
25. and press Enter To disable the Supervisor Password Press only Enter 6 Re enter your password at Confirm New Password and press Enter To disable the Supervisor Password Press only Enter 7 At Setup Notice press Enter 8 Press F10 and select Yes then press Enter 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 NOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used e There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters e Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password e Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password 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 gt page 33 To disable the User Password start up the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password Run the Setup Utility gt page 87 Using either gt or select Security
26. can be saved to a file by pressing Gtri ANt F8 This setting can be changed using the following procedure Select start All Programs Panasonic PC Information Viewer Select Screen Copy with the right button and select Properties Shortcut Move the cursor to Shortcut key and press the key to be used for the shortcut Colors are saved in 256 colors When using an Extended Desktop A copy of the screen displayed on the primary device will be saved Copyright This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd with all rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein 2004 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd All Rights Reserved Disclaimer Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals Trademarks e Microsoft Windows the Windows logo and IntelliMouse are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and or other countries e Intel Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation Adobe the Adobe logo and
27. function that blocks image displays in HTML e mail messages To display images in HTML e mail messages it is necessary to access the sender s server and this may cause problems in the computer Preventing these images from appearing can decrease the risk of attack from viruses etc If you need to display images select the segment where the message Some pictures have been blocked is displayed The images can be displayed temporarily If a message received in Outlook Express has contained an attachment file with an extension such as exe or scr potentially unsafe files Windows XP blocks those files If you need to read the files select Tools Options Security and remove the check mark from Do not allow attachments to be saved or opened that could potentially be a virus Dealing with Problems Advanced E Others lt x BACK 127 NEXT gt The message Your computer might be at risk is displayed This message is displayed by the Security Center function in Windows XP 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 It checks the following three items regularly and displays messages until the settings are made at an appropriate level of safety e Firewall Is the Windows Firewall enabled e Automatic Updates Is the automa
28. 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 f you intend to use the computer in the environments described above turn off the wireless LAN gt page 79 E To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN When using the wireless LAN function there is a danger that data may be stolen from the hard disk or that shared files may be accessed If you plan to use wireless LAN functions we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings such as for encryption Turning On Off for the Wireless LAN Function Turn on off the wireless LAN function power using Intel PROSet Wireless Software NOTE Before using a wireless LAN turn the wireless LAN on at the time of purchase the wireless LAN is set to Wireless Off 1 Display Intel PROSet Wireless screen Double click Ka when the wireless LAN is on or when the wireless LAN is off on the taskbar or select start All Programs Intel PROSet Wireless Intel PROSet Wireless 2 Select V and select Wireless On or Wireless Off Wireless LAN BACK 80 NEXT gt 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
29. keys e g gt aside from Fx Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings 1 If MUTE is set you will not hear a beep 2 IF indicates any function key from F1 to F10 LED Indicators Power status Notlit Power off Hibernation mode Green Power on Blinking green Standby mode CF Battery pack status gt page 42 Caps Lock This indicator lights green when GapsSlock is pressed Subsequent non shifted input is capitalized NumLk This indicator lights green when NusmiLK is pressed This causes a portion Numeric key of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad The Enter key functions differently depending on the application If an external keyboard or ten keyboard is connected to the external keyboard mouse port the numeric keypad of the internal keyboard will not operate ScrLk Scroll lock This indicator lights green when SCKLK is pressed Scroll lock functions differently depending on the application a Multimedia pocket device status This indicator lights when the multimedia pocket device page 51 is accessed When using the floppy disk drive as an external floppy disk drive only the access lamp on the side of the floppy disk drive is lit This indicator shows the status of a second battery pack when a second battery pack is installed in the multimedia pocket The details of the
30. operation completes be sure to select start Turn off computer and restart the computer before using the second hard disk When changing the partition after First Time Operation CAUTION When changing the partition the contents of a hard disk drive are completely erased The partition can be changed in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Administrative Tools Computer Management Storage Disk Management PC Cards ji BACK 57 NEXT gt 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 I 10 5 mm One card can be used only in the slot 1 CAUTION Check the PC Cards specifications Be sure the total operating current does not exceed the specified limit Damage may result otherwise Allowable Current 3 3 V 400 mA 5 V 400 mA There are times when both a Type I card and a Type II card will not work at the same time ZV card SRAM card FLASH ROM card except for an ATA interface and card requiring 12V are not supported With the repeated insertion removal of a PC Card the computer may no longer recognize the PC Card depending on the type of card In such cases restart the computer When inserting one more CardBus type card with one alre
31. pointed by the stylus Clicking Tapping One tap Double clicking Double tapping Two quick taps Dragging Touch and hold the object i e file or icon move the stylus on the surface dragging the object to the desired location then release the stylus Touchscreen BACK 21 NEXT gt NOTE To right click Select E on the taskbar changes to R Select the object you want to right click changes to E if you make a mistake and select R select R to return to CAUTION When the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously the touchscreen function will not work properly when the area of either display is set larger than default setting of the display resolution f achange is made to the display resolution or the cursor can not be pointed correctly with the stylus be sure to perform Calibration gt page 22 When mouse drivers are installed e g Intellimouse the touchscreen function may not be used When you want to uninstall or reinstall the touchscreen touch pad driver refer to the Touch Pad Advanced gt page 16 Even when only an external display is in use the cursor will move on the external display if the surface of the internal LCD is touched when the touchscreen driver is active Therefore do not touch the internal LCD when only an external display is in use The touchscreen function can not b
32. that is not installed as a standard In these cases if you play back the video file after connecting to the Internet the Codec may be downloaded automatically allowing you to play back the file Dealing with Problems Advanced E Others BACK 124 NEXT gt Cannot start a network used program or cannot share files or printers If you cannot start up a program or share files this may be because the Fire 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 To use the program or to share files or printers You can use programs or other functions without the effects of the Windows Firewall by registering them as an exception in the Windows Firewall settings it is not necessary to disable the Windows Firewall Note however that if a program is registered as an exception there is a risk of damage from viruses or other attacks Before registering a program as an exception confirm the program s safety with the manufacturer or other reliable source Select start Control Panel Security Center Windows Fire wall Select Exceptions To register a network game or other programs as an exception Select Add Program select the program and select OK To set access through a specified port as an exception Select Add Port set t
33. the external display is used alone set the number of colors resolution or refresh rate to suit the external display These settings are separate from when the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously When the computer is set to display on both the internal LCD and the external display DVD Video MPEG files and other video files may not be played back smoothly Also carefully read the operating instructions of the external display When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug amp Play standards Either select the correct external display driver using in the following menu Or use the driver disk that was supplied with your monitor External Display BACK 66 NEXT gt start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings Advanced Monitor Properties Driver Update Driver Ifa picture is not displayed properly lower the level of Hardware acceleration in the following menu start Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings Advanced Troubleshoot Extended Desktop With Extended Desktop you can use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain You can also drag a window from the internal LCD to the external display To use Extended Desktop 1 Display Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M screen Select start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Gr
34. the peripheral device you purchased Dealing with Problems Advanced x BACK 118 NEXT gt Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not work Make sure a driver is installed Contact the manufacturer of the product When operation resumes from the standby or hibernation mode devices such as a mouse modem or PC Cards may not function properly In such cases you will need to restart your computer or reinitialize the individual devices When is displayed in the Device Manager try removing and inserting the device once more If the problem persists restart the computer Depending on the device connected the computer may not recognize when the device is connected or disconnected or the device may not operate properly Use the following procedure Select the applied device in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager then remove the check mark for Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power in Power Management This item may be unavailable for some types of devices External mouse or trackball connected gt page 16 to the external keyboard mouse port of the port replicator does not work A PC Card does not work Make sure the card is properly inserted Confirm that the card conforms to the PC Card Standard Note that after a driver PC Card driver on other is installed the computer must be restarted Check
35. the power switch do not touch the power switch until the power indicator goes off or blinks Atthe beep sound release your finger from the power switch If you continue to slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds the computer will emit a second beep then power off Data not previously saved will be lost Even when When press the power button on my computer is set to Shut down with start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced if you slide the power switch for more than four seconds and do not release it a second beep will sound and the power will be turned off forcibly Data not previously saved will be lost 2 When the speaker function is disabled e g by the key combination Fn F4 there will be no beep sound Standby Hibernation Functions BACK 31 NEXT gt Using the Display CAUTION Do not perform the following settings when the multimedia pocket device needs to be installed or removed E Setting 1 Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced 2 Select Stand by or Hibernate for When close the lid of my portable computer and then select OK E Entering the standby or hibernation mode 1 Close the display The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode depending on the setting When entering the standby or hibernation mode close the dis
36. to insert the hard disk drive as illustrated Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place If you carry your computer without the latch lock in place the hard disk drive may fall out NOTE Whether the hard disk is properly recognized or not can be confirmed in Information menu of the Setup Utility gt page 89 If the hard disk is not recognized power off the computer and insert it again Setup Utility BACK 87 NEXT gt 1 Turn on or restart the computer 2 Press F2 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 When the Setup Utility is started with User Password You can not register Advanced and Boot menu On Security menu e Set Supervisor Password and Hard Disk Lock will not be displayed e Password on boot Setup Utility Prompt Boot First Menu User Password Protection and Floppy Operation will be displayed but cannot be set e The User Password can be changed only when User Password Protection has been set to No Protection The User Password cannot be deleted Get Default Values will not be displayed on Exit menu F9 does not work NOTE When Password on boot in the Setup Utility is set to Disable the password is not necessary wh
37. 4 NEXT gt Left The remaining power of the main battery Right The remaining power of the second battery optional NOTE in the following cases there may be a difference between the remaining battery capacity displayed on the indicator and the actual remaining battery capacity To correct this perform the Battery Recalibration gt page 47 The battery indicator light remains red e The battery remaining displays 99 and the indicator light is orange for a long period of time e Low battery warning appears after a short period of time This may be caused by the use of standby mode for long periods of time The battery is discharging while the computer is in standby mode when the AC adaptor is not connected There may be a discrepancy between the value that is displayed on the taskbar icon and Power Meter in Power Options Properties This is not a malfunction About High Temperature Mode SSS SSS SS SSS SSS SSS SS SS 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 In Auto mode high temperature mode or nor mal temperature mode is selected automatically depending on the battery status the internal temperature of the batt
38. Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries e PS 2 is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation e Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd e Names of products brands etc appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective own companies PCE0164A_XP
39. Enter the picture is displayed on both screens When a moving picture such as an MPEG file is being played with Media Player the display destination cannot be switched using Fm F3 The display destination cannot be switched while a moving picture such as an MPEG file is playing Stop playing the moving picture before switching the display destination Dealing with Problems Advanced Setup Utility BACK 112 NEXT gt Enter Password is displayed Enter the Supervisor Password or User Password If you have forgotten it contact Panasonic Technical Support 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 E Shutting Down Windows cannot be shut down or f a USB device is connected try removing it restarted it may take one or two minutes to shutdown E Standby Hibernation Function Unable to enter standby or hibernation If a USB device is connected to the computer note only for some USB mode devices remove the USB device temporarily If the problem persists restart the computer it may take one or two minutes to enter the standby or hibernation mode The computer may not enter the standby mode while th
40. Fn F2 and Fm F3 are operable in the Setup Utility The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running The popup window may not be displayed depending on the state of the application you are using e g when Command Prompt is set to Full Screen Key Functions Popup Window Displayed after logging on to Windows FnF1 LCD brightness control down os LCD brightness control up Fn F2 Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness of LCD The brightness setting is stored in memory separately under the condition the AC adaptor is connected and under the condition the AC adaptor is not connected 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 65 This key combination does not work when Command Prompt is set to Full Screen CAUTION Do not press another key until the display destination has been completely switched Do not press this key combination in the following conditions e When the external display is not connected e While MPEG files are playing e When the Extended Desktop is being utilized e When a game such as pinball is displayed NOTE When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function this key operation may not work In this case log off all users and restart the comp
41. Parameters __ Default Touch Pad Disable Enable Touchscreen Disable Enable Microphone Jack Auto PC Display External Monitor Internal LCD Simultaneous Disable Enable High Low Normal Temperature High Temperature Auto 5 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 even if External Monitor or Simultaneous is selected After Windows starts up the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the following menu start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Devices Setup Utility BACK 92 NEXT 3 Advanced Menu l Only for models with wireless LAN NOTE Advanced menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password E Parameters _ Default Serial Port A Disable Enable Auto I O IRQ 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ7 2E8 IRQ5 Setup Utility 93 Serial Port B Disable Enable Auto I O IRQ 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ7 2E8 IRQ5 MP Serial Port Disable Enable Auto I O IRQ 3F8 IRQ4 2F8 IRQ3 3E8 IRQ7 2E8 IRQ5 Parallel Port Disable Enable Auto Mode 2 Bi directional ECP EPP 02 378 278 3BC IRQ None IRQ5 IRQ7 CardBus Controller A Disab
42. XT gt Floppy Drive t Hard Disk Drive 2 CD DVD Drive 3 LAN The default order is as follows Floppy Drive gt Hard Disk Drive gt CD DVD Drive gt LAN o To move a device up by one in the order select the device with and and then press F6 To move a device down by one in the order select the device with and W and then press FS 1 This is displayed even if the floppy disk drive is not inserted or Floppy Operation is set to Disable on Security menu The following drive can be used for startup as an alternative to the internal floppy disk drive Panasonic USB floppy disk drive optional CF VFDU03 is displayed if the device that can be used for startup is connected Pressing Emter expands or collapses devices with a or Pressing Gtri Enter expands all the devices If two or more devices are displayed at Floppy Drive or Hard Disk Drive select the device you want to use for startup and then press FG until the device is at the top of the menu This is displayed even if a CD DVD drive is not connected This is displayed even if LAN is set to Disable on Advanced menu NOTE Boot menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password Boot Menu 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 Me
43. ack E When entering the standby or hibernation mode Standby mode until the power indicator blinks green Hibernation mode until the power indicator goes off Avoid the following e Using the keyboard touch pad touchscreen only for models with touchscreen or power switch e Using external mouse or other peripheral devices e Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor e Closing or opening the display E In standby or hibernation mode Do not insert or remove peripherals abnormal operation may result Do not insert or remove the Multimedia pocket device Except when using a second battery pack In standby mode power is consumed If PC Cards are inserted more of that power is consumed When all power has been consumed all data saved at standby is lost since it is retained in memory We therefore recommend plugging in the AC adaptor when using the standby function Standby Hibernation Functions BACK 30 NEXT gt Using the Power Switch E Setting 1 Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced 2 Select Stand by or Hibernate for When press the power button on my computer and then select OK E Entering the standby or hibernation mode i 1 Slide the power switch A at the beep sound release your finger The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode depending on the setting CAUTION After releasing your finger from
44. ady inserted after entering either the standby or hibernation mode the computer may not function properly If the computer freezes after resuming from the standby or hibernation mode try removing and then reinserting the PC Card If this does not correct the problem restart the computer NOTE Before connecting a PC Card change the multimedia pocket device in accordance with the media in which the driver of PC Card exists Once a screen to install a driver is displayed the multimedia pocket device cannot be recognized even if it is properly installed PC Cards BACK 58 NEXT gt Inserting Removing the PC Card Inserting a PC Card 1 Open the cover by sliding the latch C to the right 2 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 Connect the peripheral device to the card Turn the device on Slide the card in until it snaps into place When inserting a card do not force the card in if difficulty is encountered Depending on the shape of the card a segment may remain protruding from the slot after insertion Do not try to force the card all the way in You may damage the slot making it impossible to remove the card Removing a PC Card CAUTION Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is i
45. ager in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware and then select the internal modem from Modems Select Power Management add the check mark for Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby then select OK CAUTION When using this function it is recommended that the AC adaptor be connected to the computer Concerning the setting for System standby e Roughly consider the communication time and then set System standby There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for System standby elapses even during communications and cuts off the communications If Never is set the computer will not enter the standby mode during communications but once the computer resumes the power of the computer will remain on while the user is absent When the Ring Resume function is being used some time elapses before a connection is established equal to the time for the computer to resume To allow the computer to resume set the Call to a larger value than a typical telephone call If it is not possible for the sending side to set a long Call set the Number of rings until answer with the software application that is able to maintain the condition to receive telephone calls to a small value 1 To display the setting for System standby Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power
46. al Support e Before changing the hard disk be sure to set the Hard Disk Lock to Disable Preventing theft or damage to data using a disk Disabling the floppy disk operation makes it impossible to read and write a floppy disk and to start the computer from a floppy disk This can prevent data from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally using a floppy disk NOTE itis not possible to disable a USB floppy disk drive Procedure A NH Run the Setup Utility gt page 87 Using either gt or select Security Using either A or V select Floppy Operation and press Enter Select Enable or Disable To enable the floppy operation Select Enable and press Enter To disable the floppy operation Select Disable and press Enter Press F10 and select Yes then press Enter Computing on the Road BACK 40 NEXT gt 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 e POINT 1 Be sure to charge your battery before and after use e POINT 2 To get the maximum use of your battery set the power management mode e POINT 3 Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before leaving your home or office Purchasing a spare battery CF VZSU29 is highly re
47. and reinsert the RAM module The RAM module has not been Make sure the RAM module has been properly inserted recognized Use the RAM module that supports the recommended specifications page 60 The address map for IRQ I O port The current address map can be displayed with the following procedure address etc is unclear start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager View Resources by type 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 Try setting Touch Pad and Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen to Disable in the Setup Utility Confirm that Serial Port A or Serial Port B has not been set to Disable Depending on the device the operable I O and IRQ may be limited Try different I O and IRQ settings in the Setup Utility Dealing with Problems Advanced E Connecting Peripherals BACK 120 NEXT gt The Serial Port B of the port replicator does not work Set Serial Port B to Enable in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility Try setting MP Serial Port to Disable in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility Unable
48. aphics 2 M Devices 2 Select Extended Desktop 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 3 Select OK At the confirmation message select OK NOTE There are some applications that cannot be used in the Extended Desktop When the button to maximize a window is pressed one of the displays will show the maximized display A window that has been maximized cannot be moved to the other display You cannot switch the display destination by pressing Fm F3 When the Extended Desktop is being utilized e The pop up window displayed by Fm key combination is shown only on the primary device External Display BACK 67 NEXT gt When changing the primary device 1 and secondary device 2 be sure to change them in the following menu If you use other procedures the window may not be displayed properly Select start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Devices Extended Desktop lt Only for models with touchscreen gt The cursor will move on the primary device if the surface of the internal LCD is touched Set the primary device to the internal LCD when using the touchscreen Precautions E When the application running is not shown on the display refer to the following i
49. authentication When using encryption set the same encryption and the same network key on both computers Hard Disk Drive BACK 85 NEXT gt 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 Hard Disk Data Erase Utility If Hard Disk Lock is set to Enable in the Setup Utility change this to Disable before changing the hard disk drive Be careful when changing the hard disk drive The hard disk drive is extremely sensitive to shock In addition static electricity could later affect some internal components 1 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not use the standby or hibernation function Disconnect the AC adaptor 2 Remove the battery pack gt page 48 3 Insert remove the hard disk drive Removing the hard disk drive Press the button A and without releasing it slide the latch B as illustrated to open the cover Pull the tab C on the hard disk drive and remove it from the computer Inserting the hard disk drive Slide the hard disk drive inward until it is firmly in place Close the cover then lock it by sliding the latch as illustrated 4 Insert the battery pack gt page 48 CAUTION Be sure
50. ces Floppy disk drive CD ROM drive Optional DVD ROM drive Optional CD R RW drive Optional DVD ROM amp CD R RW drive Optional DVD MULTI drive Optional Second battery pack Optional Second hard disk drive 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 If the multimedia pocket device is changed after the installation screen for peripherals is displayed the multimedia pocket device cannot be recognized even if it is properly installed Preparation for Inserting Removing Follow the procedure below only in the case of removal except for the second battery pack When the multimedia pocket device has been removed after the computer is turned off these steps are not necessary Insertion is carried out with the power on 1 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 MP and amp indicators are not lit Multimedia Pocket BACK 52 NEXT gt Inserting Removing CAUTION Do not insert remove the multimedia pocket device in the standby or hibernation mode or when mul
51. change the settings in 0614 Serial Port config error Advanced menu so there is no port conflicts device disabled 1 The port name such as A or B is displayed indicating the conflicting ports Press lt F2 gt to Setup Write down the error details and press F2 to run the Setup Utility Confirm the settings and change the settings to the appropriate values as needed gt page 87 Operating System not found The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are trying to boot from If the computer cannot be booted from the floppy disk check the floppy disk drive to ensure that the disk is in fact bootable and change it to another if not If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk confirm whether the hard disk is properly recognized in Information menu of the Setup Utility gt page 89 e If the hard disk is recognized perform the reinstallation procedure e If not contact Panasonic Technical Support Ifa 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 gt page 92 Extended RAM Module Failed If the extended RAM module has not been inserted properly or if an extended RAM module other than one matching the specifications has been inserted a beep will sound and the message Extended RAM Module Failed will be displayed when turning the power on In
52. commended e POINT 4 Always watch your battery level Power Saving Methods ee e naer nu l OaM SSS SSS res Change Power Schemes Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options and then set Power schemes to Max Battery Power consumption can also be minimized with detailed settings for example by reducing the time setting for Turn off monitor Adjust the brightness darker with Fn F1 gt page 4 Leave your computer off when it is not in use Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Remove peripheral devices USB devices PC Cards external mouse etc when not in use a Before stepping away from your computer press Fm KF7 to put your computer in the standby mode gt page 6 or Fm F10 to put your computer in the hibernation mode gt page 7 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 Before entering the standby or hibernation mode refer to Precautions gt page 28 CAUTION When installed in a network environment except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use Do not use the standby or hibernation mode After resuming operation from the standby or hibernation mode the network connection may be severed or the computer will not work properly NOTE Select contre ON the taskbar to view Important Tips for u
53. curity Center warning function does not operate The Security Center warning function will not operate if you are using a network domain for example at a company Problem with Web page display no display display is completely white advertisements logon and other pop ups are not displayed In Windows XP security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web contents One of these is the Pop up Blocker which may prevent some Web pages from being displayed If you have any problems with Web page displays e g if a page cannot be dis played correctly on Internet Explorer check the contents of the message win dow displayed below the address bar called the Information Bar The Information Bar shows the information that has been suppressed by Internet Explorer e If the message Pop up blocked is displayed Select the message and select Temporarily Allow Pop ups The blocked Popup will be displayed temporarily e If the message This site might require the following ActiveX control is dis played Select the message and select Install ActiveX Control Check Name and Publisher on the Security Warning screen and execute the installation e If you cannot find the Information Bar a If you need to display the page select the Web page link while pressing Ctrl The pop up blocker function will be temporarily disabled E Others In Windows XP there is a
54. d Internet Connections Network Connections Right click Wireless Network Connection and select Properties General Internet Protocol TCP IP Properties Confirm the protocol settings such as IP address and do the settings properly again Depending on the access point and settings access may not be accepted unless the computer s MAC address is registered beforehand In this case check the computer s MAC address page 114 and register it according to the operating instructions of the access point Communication speed decreases Communication speed may decrease if aside from the access point to which this computer is connected there is another access point nearby using the same channel or a similar channel Change the channel on the connection access point and check to see if the speed recovers Confirm method for changing channels using the access point manual The rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used When using a wireless LAN in an environment that combines both IEEE802 11g and IEEE802 11b communication speed when using IEEE802 11g may decrease Dealing with Problems Advanced BACK 117 NEXT gt m 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
55. d when computer resumes from standby in Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced When the administrator password is forgotten If you have created a password reset disk Operating Instructions First time Operation a message is displayed when you fail to correctly enter the password Follow the message s instructions and set the password again by using the password reset disk If you have not created a password reset disk after reinstalling setup Windows and then set the password again When Remove disks or other media Press any key to restart or a similar message is displayed This means a floppy disk that dose not contain system startup information has been left in the floppy disk drive Remove the floppy disk and press any key This message may appear when certain USB devices are connected Remove the USB device or set Legacy USB support in Advanced menu of the Setup Utility to Disable If the message still appears even after trying the above measures this may be an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred Contact Panasonic Technical Support Executing Battery Recalibration screen is displayed This screen appears because the Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows was shut down last To start up Windows turn off the computer by sliding the power switch and then turn it back on again Dealing with Problems Advanced
56. disabling the timeout function using the following menu start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes LAN BACK 76 NEXT gt NOTE If you are unable to connect to the network when the indicator of your HUB unit does not light 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 To use this function it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN Enabling the Wake up from LAN Function Select Device Manager in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Select the internal network adaptor from Network adapters Select Power Management add the check mark for Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power and Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby then select OK CAUTION Be sure to connect the AC adaptor and enable the supply of power NOTE Even when a password is set in the Setup Utility and Password on boot is set to Enable it
57. e computer is communi cating via the modem Unable to automatically enter standby If a peripheral is connected to the computer disconnect the device or hibernation mode The computer does not resume Did you slide the power switch and hold it for four seconds or more If you slide the power switch and hold it for four seconds or more the power will be turned off forcibly In this case all unsaved data will be lost Did you disconnect the AC adaptor or the battery pack while the computer was in standby mode If the computer s power supply is disconnected while the computer is in standby mode the unsaved data will be lost Dealing with Problems Advanced E Battery Indicator BACK 113 NEXT gt The red indicator lights The battery level is very low the charge is approx 9 or less Connect the AC adaptor You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange If you do not have an AC adaptor save your data and power off your computer After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one turn your computer on The red indicator blinks 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 The green indicator blinks In high temperature mode the battery is discharging to the
58. e used when using the full screen in Command Prompt NOTE Select a 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 Touchscreen BACK 22 NEXT gt Configuring the Touchscreen When needed the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps 1 Display Mouse Properties screen Select amp on the taskbar and then select TouchScreen or select TouchScreen in start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse A C A Double click settings Set the width and height of the double click B Advanced configuration Set the advanced settings es C Test Test for the Double click settings D Calibration amp Test aa Define the calibration setup Use this procedure when the cursor the stylus included touches do not appear to agree Necessary for changes in the alignment of the touchscreen with visual images or an adjustment of the display resolution Touch the mark on the calibration screen for about one second After the calibration procedure is executed e g after the nine marks are touched the procedure ends when Enter is pressed Mot ise Properties Tap and Buttons Double click settings Long Touchdown time f itor time 2 Make necessary changes and s
59. elect OK NOTE The double click speed of the touchscreen can be changed in Tap and Buttons For more information click E at the upper right corner Touchscreen BACK 23 NEXT gt 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 Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen Do not allow contact with substances that could dirty the touchscreen such as oil When the touchscreen becomes dirty e Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth included with the computer Do not use benzene or thinner or rubbing alcohol e For more information refer to Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface that comes with the soft cloth Handling the Stylus Clean the stylus tip and screen prior to operation Foreign particles can scratch the screen and impede the operation of the stylus Use the stylus only for the computer screen Using it for any other purpose may damage the stylus and scratch the screen Panasonic Hand Writing BACK 24 NEXT gt Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the work surface of the touch pad or the touchscreen only for models with t
60. en the computer is started up but the password becomes necessary when the Setup Utility is started up This alternative makes it possible to prevent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed f you fail to press F2 at the right moment the Setup Utility will not start up In this case power off the computer and try again To close the Setup Utility press ESC select the exiting method in Exit menu then press Enter Key Operations o a o display the corresponding help file To display Exit menu To move among the items gt To move among the menus F5 F6 To move among the values Enter To display sub menu of each item selected by 4 or Y F9 To set default settings except the password When starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password this key is not available F10 To save the settings and exit NOTE When setting date and time Tab can be used to move the cursor Setup Utility BACK 89 NEXT Information Menu E Parameters _ Default Language English Japanese Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility Setup Utility lt BACK 90 NEXT gt Time is shown in 24 hr style Date is shown in order of Month Day Year Only for models with touchscreen This item is displayed only when Environment is set to Auto Depending on the battery status either Normal Temperature or High Temperature is displayed E
61. ery pack etc or usage condition when the AC adaptor has been connected for a long period of time Note that a level corresponding to a 100 charge for high temperature mode is approximately equivalent to an 80 charge level for normal temperature mode 1 The default mode NOTE After switching from Normal Temperature to High Temperature or vice versa the remaining battery capacity will not be displayed properly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged Inthe Auto mode Once the computer has automatically switched from Normal Temperature to High Temperature the computer will not switch back to Normal Temperature until the battery has been recharged from 0 to 100 about five times This is to prevent the deterioration of the battery Battery Power When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low BACK 46 NEXT gt The following is factory default setting When remaining battery capacity falls to 10 Low battery alarm When remaining battery capacity falls to 5 Critical battery alarm Displays a message indicating the low battery level 4 Charge your battery Connect the AC adaptor immediately If you do not have the AC adaptor with you exit any programs currently running then exit Windows and confirm that the power indicator is off If you have a fully charged spare battery turn off the computer replace the battery and turn the com
62. f this device to save power 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 Removing USB devices CAUTION Do not remove a USB device while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode Save important data and close each application 1 Disable the device function Select E on the taskbar and select the USB device then select Stop Follow the on screen instructions This step is not necessary when the USB device has been removed after the computer is turned off if is not displayed or if the device disconnected in step does not appear in the list 2 Remove the USB device Modem BACK 72 NEXT gt 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 Itis not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines e Internal home phones e Intercoms Be sure to connect the modem telephone cable into the modem port not into the LAN port The modem may be damaged by sudden high voltage surges as may occur in the event of a lightning strike We reco
63. f your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down and connect the computer to the port replicator gt Operating Instructions of the Port Replicator 2 Connect the external mouse or trackball to the port replicator Touch Pad 9 NOTE BACK 17 NEXT gt Turn the computer on and run the Setup Utility page 87 In Main menu set Touch Pad and Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen to Disable Close the Setup Utility by pressing F10 At the confirmation message select Yes Log on to Windows with the administrator authority When the message Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard is displayed select Finish It may take a few minutes to complete this operation If the display asks you to restart Windows select Yes The computer will restart Following the operating instructions of the connected external mouse or trackball install the necessary driver When you want to use the PS 2 compatible mouse Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Mice and other pointing devices Select touchpad touchscreen models with touchscreen or touchpad models without touchscreen then select Update Driver at Driver Select No not this time then select Next Select Install from a list or specific location and select Next Select Don t search will choose driver to insta
64. function Hard disk Rather long Power is not required to maintain data NOTE We recommend plugging in the AC adaptor if the standby function is to be used for a long period of time If the AC adaptor cannot be connected we recommend that hibernation mode be used instead of the standby mode lf the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly the computer may not work properly To stabilize computer operations shut down Windows on a regular basis about once a week without using the standby or hibernation function Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode To use the hibernation mode set Power Options in advance gt page 28 Enabled in factory preset Using Fn key combinations gt page 6 Using the power switch gt page 30 Using the display gt page 32 Standby Hibernation Functions BACK 28 NEXT gt From the shutdown screen e Standby In start Turn Off Computer select Stand By e 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 Precautions 1 Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options 2 _In Hibernate add the check mark for Enable hibernation and select OK
65. gt 1 Connect the AC adaptor 2 Close all applications 3 Perform Battery Recalibration Select start All Programs Panasonic Battery Recalibration At the confirmation message select Start Performing Battery Recalibration at frequent intervals degrades the battery A message urging caution will appear when Battery Recalibration is to be performed again in less than a month or so since it was last performed Ina case like this do not perform Battery Recalibration The display will ask you to shut down Windows Select Yes The Battery Recalibration will begin After the battery pack is fully charged discharging begins When the discharging is completed the power automatically goes off When Battery Recalibration is completed charging begins NOTE 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 Follow the on screen instructions Replacing the Battery Pack The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement CF VZSU29 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 CAUTION Do no
66. he module or allow foreign particles to enter Doing so has been known to cause damage fire or electric shock Inserting Removing the RAM Module CAUTION Ifthe RAM module is difficult to insert or difficult to press down do not force it Check once more to ensure that the module is positioned correctly 1 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not use the standby or hibernation function 2 Remove the battery pack gt page 48 s g 3 Turnthe computer over and remove the screws A then remove the poi cover B 4 Insert Remove RAM module Inserting the RAM module Slide in the module at an angle Press the module down until the right and left hooks lock into place Removing the RAM module Gently open the left and right hooks F The RAM module will be raised at an angle Gently remove the RAM module from the slot 1 5 Put the cover back in place then fasten the screws 6 Insert the battery pack gt page 48 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 gt page 89 If the RAM module is not recognized power off the computer and insert it again A port replicator is available as an option CF VEB272A2W CF VEB272AW This device eliminates the hassles of having y
67. he port and select OK To set a file or printer as an exception Add the check mark for File and Printer Sharing Confirm that there is a check mark for the item to be set as an exception and select OK Is it necessary to enable the Windows Firewall The Windows Firewall is a security function designed to protect your computer from unauthorized access via the Internet and other external networks The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the exter nal network so that only approved data can pass through We recommend that you use your computer with the Firewall enabled to minimize damage from viruses and other malicious attacks When installing additional commercially available firewall software we recom mend that you disable the Windows Firewall settings as the new software may interfere with the Windows Firewall functions For details refer to the manual accompanying the firewall software to be installed Dealing with Problems Advanced E Others lt x BACK 125 NEXT gt When Automatic Updates is enabled will all updates be downloaded or installed Only Windows Update programs with a high level of priority will be automati cally downloaded or installed Update programs with a comparatively low level of importance will not be down loaded or installed automatically Check regularly whether new update pro grams have become available Se
68. he procedure below Log on to Windows with the administrator authority Close all applications Select start Run input c util wlansw setup exe and then select OK Follow the on screen instructions When the installation is complete the computer will restart automatically The Wireless LAN Switch icon when the wireless LAN is on or Cf when the wireless LAN is off will be displayed on the taskbar NOTE Function of Wireless LAN Switch e Turning the wireless LAN on off by clicking the Wireless LAN Switch e or Pl on the taskbar and selecting Enable Wireless LAN or Disable Wireless LAN Enabling disabling 802 11a gt page 83 The above settings can be set separately The Wireless LAN Switch icon e or cz indicates whether the wireless LAN is on or off The icon will not change even when 802 11a is enabled or disabled When the Wireless LAN is turned on off using the Intel PROSet Wireless Software the Wireless LAN Switch will be turned on off at the same time When you uninstall the Wireless LAN Switch e Confirm that Wireless LAN is set to Enable in the Setup Utility Disable Wireless LAN Enable 802 114 About Exit E Enable Disable 802 11a 1 Select the wireless LAN Switch Fd or E on the taskbar 2 To enable 802 11a Click Enable 802 11a To disable 802 11a Click Disable 802 11a To use 802 11a turn the wireless LAN on
69. in this Reference Manual gt Refer to the Operating Instructions 0000 If 1 is selected it will jump to a related explanatory note Read Me First BACK 3 NEXT gt About Display Mode Internal LCD Notebook This computer s display External Display Monitor External display connected to this computer Simultaneous display To display the same screen on both the LCD and Intel R Dual Display Clone external display Extended Desktop To use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain You can drag a window from the internal LCD to the external display The terminology in is the one used in Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller properties To display Intel R 82852 82855 GM GME Graphics Controller properties Select start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Key Combinations BACK 4 NEXT gt 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 only for models with 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 Note however that the key combinations Fil F1
70. ious security measures are provided below Situation Function to use You do not want the settings in the Setup Supervisor Password gt page 33 Utility to be changed User Password page 35 You do not want your computer to be used Password on boot gt page 36 without permission You do not want the data on the hard disk to Hard Disk Lock gt page 37 1 be read or data to be written to the hard disk in cases including theft You want to prevent theft or damage to data Prevent operation by using a disk gt page by using a disk 38 You want to prevent theft of your computer Security lock Operating Instructions Names and Functions of Parts 1 You need to set the Supervisor Password beforehand NOTE Windows has a security function that differs from the above security measures For detailed information refer to the Windows help lt Only for models with wireless LAN gt For security functions for the wireless LAN page 81 Setting the Supervisor Password enabling changing disabling 1 Run the Setup Utility gt page 87 2 Using either gt or select Security 3 Using either or VY select Set Supervisor Password and press Enter Security Measures BACK 34 NEXT gt 4 Only when the Supervisor Password has been set Enter your password at Enter Current Password and press Enter 5 Enter your password at Enter New Password
71. is not necessary to input the password set in the Setup Utility when the computer resumes from standby or hibernation mode The Wake up from LAN function will not operate under the following conditions e When the computer has been shut down e When the power switch is slid over for four seconds or longer to turn off the power e g when the computer hangs e 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 only for models with touchscreen is touched The Wake up from LAN function will operate regardless of the Boot up from LAN setting of the Setup Utility The computer may start up if accessed by another computer on the network The following procedure can be used to prevent startup due to unintentional access by a computer Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Network adapters Select the internal network adaptor and then select Power Management Add the check mark for Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby and Only allow management stations to bring the computer out of standby then select OK Only for models with wireless LAN If you use a wireless LAN you can use a network without cable connections Wireless LAN c
72. isplays color LCDs Therefore if 0 002 or less of the picture elements either fail to light or remain constantly lit that is more than 99 998 of elements are functioning properly no defect is considered to exist The screen becomes disordered The screen display may become distorted if the resolution or number of colors is changed or if an external display is connected or disconnected while the computer is operating Restart the computer The external display no longer displays properly When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with the computer the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the power saving mode In such cases turn off the power to the external display When you want to display the fonts or icons at a larger size Change the size of the icons etc using Icon Enlarger gt page 101 To enlarge a part of the screen use Loupe Utility gt page 102 During simultaneous display one of the screens becomes disordered Try changing the display by pressing Fm F3 If you continue to experience problems try changing the display destination in the following menu start Control Panel Other Control Panel Options Intel R Extreme Graphics 2 M Devices a When the Command Prompt is set to Full Screen by pressing Alt Enter the picture is displayed on one of the screens only When the window display is restored by pressing Alt
73. ists contact Panasonic Technical Support Possible failure in the battery pack or charging circuit Battery Power BACK 43 NEXT gt Battery Indicator Battery Status Blinking orange Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal 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 Blinking green and orange Warming up the system to prevent hard disk drive alternately malfunctions at low temperature Leave your computer as is Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied your computer will start automatically 1 When the AC adaptor is connected 2 In high temperature mode the level that corresponds to an 80 charge for normal temperature mode is displayed as 100 NOTE This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the remaining power is less than approx 95 of capacity after the battery is fully charged Check the Remaining Battery Power 1 Press Fn F9 to check the remaining battery power on the screen after logging on to Windows J When the battery pack is inserted in the computer example F normal temperature mode gt page 44 high temperature mode gt page 44 When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Battery Power BACK 4
74. le Enable Modem Disable Enable LAN Disable Enable Boot up from LAN Disable Enable Disable Enable Disable Enable 2 This item is displayed only when the setting of each port is Enable 3 This item is displayed only when Parallel Port is set to Enable or Auto Disable is automatically set when LAN is set to Disable Setup Utility BACK 95 NEXT gt Security Menu NOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password e Set Supervisor Password and Hard Disk Lock will not be displayed e Setup Utility Prompt Boot First Menu and Floppy Operation will be displayed but cannot be set e The User Password can be changed only when User Password Protection has been set to No Protection The User Password cannot be deleted E Parameters __ Default Password on boot Disable Enable Set Supervisor Password To the sub menu Setup Utility Prompt Disable Enable Boot First Menu Disable Enable Disable Enable No Protection Protected To the sub menu Disable Enable 1 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 F2 and F12 will work na Setting impossible when the Supervisor Password is not set Setup Utility BACK 97 NE
75. level that corre sponds to an 80 charge for normal temperature mode gt page 44 Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green In high temperature mode the level that corresponds to an 80 charge for normal tem perature mode is displayed as 100 The battery indicator blinks green and orange alternately Warming up the system to prevent hard disk drive malfunctions at low temperature Leave your computer as is Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied your computer will start automatically The orange indicator blinks Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal 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 E Keyboard Only numbers can be input Check whether the indicator Q is on If it is on the computer is in ten key keyboard mode To disable the ten key mode press NumLK Only capital letters are being input Check whether the indicator A is on If it is on the computer is in Caps Lock mode To disable the Caps Lock mode press CapsLock How to input European characters B a symbols or Euro Currency Symbol is unclear Display the character map and point to the desired font name such as European fonts and select it with the following procedure
76. ll then select Next Select PS 2 Compatible Mouse then select Next At the confirmation message select Yes Select Finish then select Close The display will ask you to restart Windows select Yes The computer will restart Touch Pad BACK 18 NEXT gt When you want to re enable the Touch Pad and touchscreen only for models with touchscreen 1 Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball Refer to the operating instructions of the external device on how to uninstall the driver If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be found in the operating instructions for the external device execute the following steps In start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager when an external mouse or trackball device is displayed in Mice and other pointing devices press Dell to delete it If the confirmation message is displayed select OK 2 Ifthe display asks you to restart Windows select No 3 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down and remove the external mouse or trackball 4 urn the power on and run the Setup Utility gt page 87 5 In Main menu set Touch Pad and Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen to Enable 6 Close the Setup Utility by pressing FTO At the confirmation message select Yes
77. lowing cases the Touch Pad mode does not work properly e When the computer is in the Extended Desktop When a screen saver has been set it may start up during input in the Touch Pad mode 3 Select Save As or Save from File CAUTION Inthe Touch Pad mode an external mouse or trackball connected to the external keyboard mouse port will not operate lt Only for models with touchscreen gt When using the touchscreen use the stylus included with the computer Do not use any of the following objects as they may damage the work surface e Objects with an extremely sharp tip like screwdrivers and nails e Objects that leave marks like ball point pens When using the touchscreen do not perform a drag operation by the touch pad or the external mouse as the movement will be input on the display Standby Hibernation Functions BACK 27 NEXT gt 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 Differences between the Standby and Hibernation Functions Function Where data is saved Time until recovery Requires power to supply Standby function Memory Short Yes if power is cut all data is lost Hibernation
78. mena occur gt page 120 The LAN transmission speed slows down dramatically Wireless LAN connection drops out Dealing with Problems Advanced lt x BACK 115 NEXT gt m Networking Wireless LAN only for models with wireless LAN Access point is not detected Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point and try the detection again t may take some time before the access point is displayed in Available Networks Wait a moment Confirm the following settings e Wireless LAN in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility Confirm that Wireless LAN is set to Enable gt page 92 e Wireless device off Confirm that F Pa is displayed on the taskbar If ca kad k is not displayed on the taskbar confirm that Wireless On is selected in Intel PROSet Wireless screen gt page 80 Confirm whether the Intel PROSet Wireless Software is installed using the following menu start Control Panel Add or Remove Programs If it has not been installed input c uti drivers wlan proset iProlnst exe EoU False in start Run to install Even if the wireless LAN is on 802 11a may be set to disable If 802 11a is to be used change this setting to enable gt page 83 This computer uses channels 1 through 11 when using 802 11b g Check the channel being used by the access point In the case of wireless communications the frequency band being used can be divided
79. mmend use of a surge protector 1 Connect the computer and the telephone jack A using a modem A telephone cable included B Open the modem cover position the cable so that the tab C matches the port lt _ and insert the cable until you hear a click o i D l 2 Change the settings as necessary Select Edit in start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Phone and Modem Options Dialing Rules then select the location from which you will be dialing in Country region Input the necessary information items such as the area code dialing rules etc select OK then select OK NOTE Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode during communications To remove the cable pull out while pressing down on the tab Ring Resume Function With this function if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode the power of the computer automatically switches ON Modem BACK 73 NEXT gt This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications such as a FAX application 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 Enabling the Ring Resume Function Select Device Man
80. n Viewer Click on the menu items to display detailed information for each item The PC Information Viewer screen is always displayed on the top of every other screen E Save information to a file Displayed information can be saved to a text file txt Run the PC Information Viewer and display the information you wish to save Select Save To save the item that is displayed Select Save only the information displayed and select OK Some of the hidden information on the screen which cannot be shown without scrolling the screen will be saved too To save all items Select Save all the information and select OK Select the folder input the file name then select Save E Save a copy of the screen to a file You can save a copy of the screen currently being displayed to a file in bitmap format bmp Display the screen you want to save Press Ctrl Alt F8 When a message The copy of the screen was saved is displayed select OK pcinfo bmp file will be saved in My Documents folder If pcinfo omp file already exists it will be overwritten If pcinfo bmp file is set as a Read only or Hidden file the new file cannot be saved NOTE 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 Atthe time of purchase the computer is set so that a copy of the screen
81. n elements may become hidden In this case overlay the cursor to display pop ups scroll the screen or use other functions to display the hidden elements Close all running application before starting Icon Enlarger Loupe Utility BACK 102 NEXT gt If the characters images or other items are too small and difficult to see on the screen enlarge a part of the screen that you want to see as if using a magnifying glass When using Loupe Utility for the first time run it from the start menu Use Loupe Utility E Run Loupe Utility 1 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 You can change the settings later for whether or not to register at startup If you do not want to display the confirmation screen when running Loupe Utility next time Add the check mark for In the future do not show this message 2 Select OK E will be displayed on the taskbar Loupe Utility BACK 103 NEXT Enlarging a Part of the Screen 1 Point the cursor to the place on the screen where you want to Enlarge 2 Right click while pressing Aiit ass 4 The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged Double click on Ag in the taskbar or right click on EB and select Show Loupe to show the enlarged display gt page 104 P AA computer
82. n the standby or hibernation mode When two PC Cards are inserted perform the following procedure from Step 7 to Step 3 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 In such cases turn off the power from start menu then remove the card 1 Disable the card function Select El on the taskbar select the PC Card then select Stop Follow the on screen instructions When the PC Card has been removed after the computer is turned off this step is not necessary 2 Press the button B 3 Slide the PC Card out RAM Module QE sack 60 Next gt 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 module specifications 200 pins SO DIMM 2 5 V DDR SDRAM PC2700 For information on the RAM modules that can be used contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules When inserting or removing a RAM module do not touch the terminals or internal components insert objects other than t
83. necessary files 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 When the previous item is not the Try testing another drive or media cause E Touch Pad Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen The cursor cannot be controlled properly If you are using an external mouse ensure that the external mouse has been connected correctly Restart the computer by using the keyboard Press 3 U and select Restart with R If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands read No response gt page 123 The cursor does not move in scrolling area of the touch pad When the Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel mode or the original mode is set for the touch pad only scroll operations are possible for the right part or bottom part of the touch pad In this case cursor operations are possible by using the work surface excluding the right part or bottom part When no mode is set the entire surface of the touch pad can be used for cursor operations Dealing with Problems Advanced BACK 122 NEXT gt E Touch Pad Touchscreen only for models with touchscreen Unable to input using the touch pad Has the Setup Utility been used to set Touch Pad to Enable When external mo
84. nu the device selection screen will appear When the setting of Boot menu is changed the selection screen display will also change Boot Menu is displayed only when Boot First Menu in Security menu is set to Enable Setup Utility BACK 98 NEXT gt 1 This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password 5 Only displayed when a backup area is created E Parameters Save Values amp Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS Exit Without Saving Changes Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS Get Default Values Set the default settings Load Previous Values Load previous values from CMOS for all Setup items Save Current Values Save your changes to CMOS Hard Disk Backup Restore Backup data to a backup area in the hard disk Also restore backed up data to the original hard disk Before executing be sure to read Hard Disk Backup Function in the Operating Instructions Technical Information BACK 99 NEXT gt 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 When using the computer in a network environment we recommend that you set S
85. ommunication methods e Infrastructure mode For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions using an access point e Ad hoc mode For direct data transactions between two computers with wireless LAN functions without using an access point e This computer supports three standards IEEE802 11a 802 11a IEEE802 11b 802 11b and IEEE802 11g 802 11g At the time of purchase however 802 11a is disabled to enable it install a Wireless LAN Switch page 82 CAUTION Communication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna A Do not block the antenna area with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio signals Do not use the Fast User Switching function The wireless LAN cannot be used NOTE The communication speeds and distances differ depending on the devices that support the wireless LAN the installation environment and other ambient conditions One characteristic of radio waves is that their transmission rate tends to drop as the communication distance increases It is recommended that the devices supporting the wireless LAN be used in close vicinity to each other The rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used When using a wireless LAN in an environment that combines both 802 11g and 802 11b communication speed when using 802 11g may decrease Wireless LAN BACK 79 NEXT gt Precautions E Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes in
86. on there are cases where only vertical scrolling or only horizontal scrolling is possible in this mode Scrolling Area D Scrolling up down For the Pan and Auto Scroll functions the entire work surface of the touch pad can be used for scrolling yD D Scrolling up down J D Possible when a check i mark is added for E Vertical E Scrolling side to side Possible when a check mark is added for Horizontal Scrolling Area Typical mouse operations use the area F When no check mark is added for IntelliMouse Wheel mode Horizontal and Vertical of Scroll Configuration the entire surface can be used for typical mouse operations page 13 Touch Pad BACK 13 NEXT gt NOTE When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft wheel function or not try using both modes Depending on the application there are cases where scrolling may not be possible with either mode Changing the Mode of the Touch Pad Display the setting menu Select models with touchscreen or amp models without touchscreen on the taskbar or select start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse and then select TouchPad Change the settings To set the Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel mode Add the check mark for IntelliMouse Wheel mode of Scroll Configuration To set the original mode Remove the check mark for IntelliMouse Wheel mode
87. ormation can be saved to a text file txt Run the DMI Viewer and display the information you wish to save 1 Select save method To save the item that is displayed Select Save Selected Data from File menu To save all items Select Save All Data from File menu 2 Select the folder input the file name then select Save Icon Enlarger BACK 101 NEXT gt How to magnify the computer screen display If the characters icons title bars mouse cursor or other items are too small and difficult to see on the screen use the Icon Enlarger and change the screen display by switching among Normal Size Large Size and Extra Large Size Characters on Internet screens displayed on Internet Explorer as well as characters in sent and received mail in Outlook Express and characters in mail text boxes change according to the settings in the Icon Enlarger Inthe default settings Normal Size is set 1 Some characters in homepages and HTML e mails may not be magnified Extra Large Size Large Size 1 Select start All Programs Panasonic Icon Enlarger Normal Size ee 2 a the display size as Normal Size Large Size or Extra Large 3 Select OK The screen will be displayed in the selected size NOTE Icon Enlarger will not start up if the display resolution is set lower than 1024 x 768 dots When magnifying screen a part of the menu or other scree
88. ou 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 For more detailed information refer to the Operating Instructions of the port replicator CAUTION Hot Warm Docking and Hot Warm Undocking are not possible with the port replicator When connecting the external display to the display port on the port replicator the characters on the external display may be blurred if 1280 x 1024 or a higher resolution is set In this case select a resolution that is lower than 1280 x 1024 lt For CF VEB272AW gt When using a USB 2 0 device connect the device to the USB port of the computer The AC Adaptor CF AA1653A included with the computer cannot be used for the port replicator Contact Panasonic Technical Support NOTE When the expansion bus connector is not in use be sure to close the cover until the ridge B matches up with the mark C Port Replicator BACK 64 NEXT gt Setting the Port Replicator The serial port B of the port replicator cannot be used with the default settings To be able to use the serial port B of the port replicator be sure to follow the steps below 1 Run the Setup Utility page 87 2 Select Advanced menu and then set Serial Port B to Enable or Auto 3 Press
89. ouchscreen and can be saved to a file as a bitmap bmp format Any change to the size of an image must be made before beginning to draw If the image size is changed after the drawing is completed the image quality will not be sharp Data can be copied to the clipboard with Edit Copy Copied data can be added to other applications that support the bitmap format by using the paste function The file size of a bitmap image to be saved or pasted to another application can be changed with Option Window size Changing the number of colors of the display may affect the Panasonic Hand Writing screen If the screen is affected click f on the taskbar with the right mouse button close the application by selecting Exit Panasonic Hand Writing and then run Panasonic Hand Writing again Drawing accuracy may be degraded if another application such as disk accessing is being executed simultaneously Begin drawing only after other applications have been closed NOTE Ifacommercially available pointing device e g mouse driver is installed and overwrites the driver of the touch pad Panasonic Hand Writing will no longer work Drawing Characters or Figures CAUTION Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Panasonic Hand Writing is in use 1 Select th on the taskbar or run Panasonic Hand Writing as the following procedure Select Panasonic Hand Writing from start All Programs
90. play correctly If you do not do so for example if you open the display soon after you close it the computer may not enter standby or hibernation mode Resuming Operation CAUTION Until resuming is complete requires about 15 seconds or 60 seconds if connected to a network after the display returns avoid the following e Touching the keyboard except for password input touch pad touchscreen only for models with touchscreen or power switch e Using external mouse or other peripheral devices e Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor e Closing or opening the display e Shutting down or restarting Windows e Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again Using the Power Switch When having entered the standby or hibernation mode using Fn key combinations or the power switch resume operation using the following procedure 1 Slide the power switch A Using the Display When Stand by or Hibernate is selected as the setting for When close the lid of my portable computer page 31 you can resume operation using the following procedure 1 Open the display Even if the display is closed after the computer has entered either the standby or hibernation mode operation will resume when the display is opened If the computer does not resume when the display is opened press the power switch Security Measures BACK 33 NEXT gt To prevent unauthorized access of your computer the var
91. puter on again Do not replace the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode Displays a message indicating the low battery level and the computer will enter hibernation mode 4 Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery pack before starting up the computer next time Connect the AC adaptor then charge the battery f you have a fully charged spare battery turn off the computer replace the battery pack and turn the computer on again After the computer enter hibernation mode when the battery runs down if computer operations are resumed without charging the battery Windows may not start up properly and in some cases the alarm function may not operate properly from that point on Do not replace the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode Above settings can be changed Display Alarms screen Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Alarms Battery Power BACK 47 NEXT gt Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions When disabling the speaker by pressing Fm 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 B Set the value for Critical battery alarm to 5 or more This i
92. ressed once it stays in the pressed position until another key is pressed This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously Popup windows display ON OFF 1 Run the Hotkey Settings Select start All Programs Panasonic Hotkey Settings 2 Set the parameters A B C 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 Hotkey Settings AN To use FM only once Notification SS Make sounds when Fn key is pressed Press Fn once Locked Sew stats onsereen Press another key for combination Lock released T To use Fm successively ae Press Fn twice Locked Press another key for combination Fn key remains locked until Fm is pressed once more B Notification This setting is only available when Use Fn key lock is checked Make sounds when Fn key is pressed Notifies the user with a sound when Fim is locked or released Show status on screen Displays the Fn key status on the taskbar Fm is locked E Fn is not locked C Disable popup Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF The full screen display of Command Prompt screen or MPEG files may change to a window display if Fm Fx keys are pressed To prevent this turn the popup window display function OFF 3 Select OK NOTE The Fn key lock function also works with Fm and other
93. s available select Add a printer and follow the on screen instructions USB Devices BACK 70 NEXT gt Connecting USB devices 1 Connect the USB device to the USB port A or B on your computer referring to the operating instructions of the USB device A Follow the on screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB devices on how to install the driver NOTE You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices USB devices may be connected or removed without turning off the computer s power When a USB device is connected there are cases the standby or hibernation function will not operate in a normal manner due to the USB device In addition a USB device may have to be removed temporarily and the computer restarted in cases where the computer is unable to start up properly Some devices will not operate when connected to a USB HUB these devices must be connected directly to the USB port on your computer Depending on the USB device connected the computer may not recognize when the USB device is connected or disconnected or the device may not operate properly In this case select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Select Universal Serial Bus controllers USB Root Hub Select Power Management and remove the check mark from Allow the computer to turn of
94. s necessary for the standby or hibernation function to be completed assuring data is saved when the battery level is low Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity Battery Recalibration The battery pack has a function for measuring storing and learning about battery capacity Using the Battery Recalibration function to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged charged to 100 then fully discharged This procedure should be performed once after you purchase the computer As you use the battery pack over a long period of time the remaining capacity display may become inaccurate due to aging of the battery pack and other factors The following procedure should be performed again NOTE Perform the following procedure in a temperature range of 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F The Battery Recalibration function takes time to execute because of the large battery capacity this is not a malfunction e Time taken to obtain a full charge Approx 4 hours max main battery second battery Approx 7 hours max e Time taken for a complete discharge Approx 5 hours main battery second battery Approx 7 5 hours If the computer is turned off while performing the Battery Recalibration electrical power outage accidental removal of the AC adaptor or battery pack etc the Battery Recalibration will not be performed properly Battery Power BACK 48 NEXT
95. se 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 You can continue using the computer even if these messages continue to be displayed but we recommend that Automatic Updates is set as Automatic to maintain its latest condition Read the message Select a yellow icon on the taskbar The Automatic Updates screen will be displayed Select More options and set the Automatic Updates to Automatic Some applications do not work prop erly Some software applications installed after the time of purchase are not compat ible with Windows XP Service Pack 2 Refer to software maker s homepage or other sources If a network used program is not compatible also refer to Cannot start a net work used program gt page 124 Dealing with Problems Advanced BACK 129 NEXT gt Check the Computer s Usage Status 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 E Running PC Information Viewer Select start All Programs Panasonic PC Information Viewer PC Informatio
96. sing the battery pack You can also view Important Tips using the following procedures Select Important Tips in start All Programs Panasonic On Line Manuals Battery Power Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status Status of main battery pack MA Status of second battery pack Battery Indicator Battery Status Not lit Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed Orange Charging in progress Green Fully charged Blinking green In high temperature mode the battery is discharging to the level that corresponds to an 80 2 charge for normal temper ature mode gt page 44 Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green CAUTION Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green or the power will be turned off forcibly Red The battery level is very low the charge is approx 9 or less Connect the AC adaptor You can use the computer when the battery indicator light is orange If you do not have an AC adaptor save your data and power off your computer After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one turn your computer on Blinking red Battery pack or charging may not be working properly 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 pers
97. t touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged Also the computer may not operate properly The battery pack is not charged when it is first purchased Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time When the AC adaptor is connected to the computer charging begins automatically Use only the specified battery pack CF VZSU29 with your computer Inthe standby mode do not remove change the battery pack Removing the pack in the standby mode will erase your data and may damage the computer 1 Power off your computer Operating Instructions Starting Up Shutting Down Do not shut down using the standby function 2 Remove the battery pack Unlock the cover by sliding the latch A to the right Slide the latch down and then without releasing it open the cover B Pull the tab C on the battery pack and remove it from the computer 3 Insert the battery pack Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place Close the cover until it clicks into place _ Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left a CAUTION Be sure to insert the battery pack as illustrated Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place If you carry your computer without the latch lock in place the battery pack may fall out Multimedia Pocket You may use any of the following devi
98. tate the wheel while holding down Shift Shift Touch Pad BACK 16 NEXT gt 1 The movements will differ depending on the application 2 Operations to follow when using an external Microsoft IntelliMouse 3 Operation applicable to the Microsoft IntelliMouse Wheel mode CAUTION lt Models with touchscreen gt Do not remove touchpad touchscreen in the following menu start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Mice and other pointing devices lt Models without touchscreen gt Do not remove touchpad in the following menu start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Mice and other pointing devices NOTE The double tapping speed of the touch pad can be changed using the following menu start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware Mouse Tap and Buttons Double click Speed The touch pad cannot be used in the Setup Utility When you want to use an external mouse through the external keyboard mouse port of the port replicator optional When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions e g wheel function is connected a part or all of the additional functions may fail to operate To use these additional functions perform the operation below If you are using a USB mouse the following operation is unnecessary 1 Power of
99. tems Under the condition the application is in the external display 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 extended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed When there is no display after the position of the extended display is changed The application running is being displayed at the position of the extended display before the change Return the position of the extended display to the condition before the change Move the application to the internal LCD and then correct the position of the extended display When there is no display after the Extended Desktop is disabled The application running is being displayed in the external display Set the Extended Desktop again move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop E To prevent images from being burned onto the external display Manually shut off the power to the external display when not in use E When the display domain for the Extended Desktop is changed there are cases the wallpaper and icons become displaced Wallpaper Change the setting for the wallpaper Icons Run the command to automatically realign the icons Auto Arrange E When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer e g when changing the theme in Appearance and Themes of Control Panel
100. that the proper port settings have been made Read the operating instructions for the PC Card Or you may need to call the manufacturer of the PC Card Try removing reinserting the PC Card by following the proper procedure gt page 58 Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed Dealing with Problems Advanced E Connecting Peripherals BACK 119 NEXT gt 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 Make sure Legacy USB Support is set to Enable in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility If two or more devices are displayed at Floppy Drive in the Boot menu of the Setup Utility make sure the USB floppy disk drive is at the top of the Boot menu gt page 97 After powering off the computer connect the USB floppy disk drive and restart the computer Remove the floppy disk drive that is inserted inside the multimedia pocket or connected to the parallel port You do not know the available RAM gt page 60 module Cannot tell whether the RAM module If the RAM module is recognized correctly the total size of the main unit has been correctly installed memory and RAM module memory is displayed on the Information menu of the Setup Utility gt page 89 If the RAM module is not recognized turn the computer off
101. the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer When the hard disk is returned to the original computer you can read and write data as before In this case however make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed It is possible to set the Hard Disk Lock even if Password on boot is set to Disable but we recommend that Password on boot be set to Enable for security reasons Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee complete protection of data NOTE Inthe default setting Hard Disk Lock is set to Disable You cannot set Hard Disk Lock without setting the Supervisor Password Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so gt page 33 The hard disk lock function only works with the internal hard disk This function does not work with the second hard disk or the external hard disk Security Measures Setting the Hard Disk Lock enabling disabling 1 Run the Setup Utility gt page 87 Using either gt or select Security Using either M or V select Hard Disk Lock and press Enter Select Enable or Disable To enable the Hard Disk Lock Select Enable and press Emter At Caution press Enter To disable the Hard Disk Lock Select Disable and press Emter WR ND 5 Press F10 and select Yes then press Enter CAUTION To change your hard disk drive e Contact Panasonic Technic
102. this case turn the power off confirm that the extended RAM module meets the specifications and reinsert it Dealing with Problems Advanced BACK 108 NEXT gt 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 gt page 129 E Starting Up The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly inserted Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor then connect them again The computer does not operate when a USB device is connected The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected Disconnect the USB device or set Legacy USB Support to Disable in Advanced menu of the Setup Utility Enter Password is displayed Input your Supervisor Password or User Password If you have forgotten it contact Panasonic Technical Support POST Startup Error s is displayed gt page 106 Windows startup or an operation is extremely slow Press FQ in the Setup Utility page 87 This will restore the Setup Utility s settings to their default values except the password settings Then the Setup Utility must be run once
103. tic Windows Update function enabled e Virus Protection Has antivirus software been installed has the latest version of the antivirus software been installed and is the real time search function enabled ON The message Your computer might be at risk is displayed by the Security Center function and does not indicate an error or malfunction The Security Center function checks the above three items to ensure that your computer can be used safely and notifies the user if the settings are not at an appropriate level of safety You can continue to use the computer even if these messages continue to be displayed but we recommend that you follow the procedures below to minimize damage from viruses Read the message Select x red icon on the taskbar The Windows Security Center screen will be displayed Select Recommendations in Firewall or Virus Protection or select Turn on Automatic Updates in Automatic Updates If measures are not required Recommendations or Turn on Auto matic Updates will not be displayed Execute the appropriate measures following the instructions in the Recommendation screen Dealing with Problems Advanced E Others lt x BACK 128 NEXT gt Lu is displayed This message is displayed because the Automatic Updates setting in the Security Center is disabled or is not set Settings have not been made at the time of purcha
104. time before pressing Fm F3 again Press Fm KF2 and adjust the brightness The power has not been turned off but after a certain period of time there is no display Has the computer been set to the power saving mode To resume operation of your computer from the condition the power of the display is off for energy conservation purposes press any key unrelated to the direct triggering of a selection like Ctrl To save power your computer may have automatically entered the standby mode power indicator blinks green or hibernation mode power indicator turns off In such cases slide the power switch Dealing with Problems Advanced E Display BACK 111 NEXT gt When the battery pack is used the screen is darker than when the AC adaptor is connected Press Fm F2 and adjust the brightness Note however that when the brightness is increased the battery running time will become shorter Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and when it is disconnected An afterimage appears e g green red and blue dots remain on the display or there are dots not displaying the correct colors If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time an afterimage may appear This is not a malfunction The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed High precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color liquid crystal d
105. timedia pocket device indicator or S hard disk drive indicator is on Do not select Standby or Hibernate as the setting for When close the lid of my portable computer in the following menu start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Advanced Removing the Device 1 Turn your computer over B 2 Open the cover by sliding the latch A 3 Slide the cover B then slide the lever C 4 Remove the device by holding both sides of the device CAUTION Handle the device as shown holding both sides Otherwise the device may be damaged Also do not apply excessive downward force on the device Inserting the Device 1 Gently insert the device with the plastic side A on top into the multimedia pocket by pushing on both corners until it is firmly in place 2 Close the cover B until it clicks into place 3 Close the cover C until the ridge D matches up with the mark E NOTE You can confirm whether the device is properly recognized or not by selecting the icon E on the taskbar or Information in the Setup Utility If the device is not recognized or if a CD DVD cannot be read or an FD HDD CD R CD RW cannot be read or written to power off the computer and reinsert the device When the CD DVD drive is installed If the vibration of the CD DVD drive is excessive check to see if the disc is inserted correctly and check that the disc is in good condi
106. tion If the disc is good and inserted correctly set the CD DVD Drive Speed to Low in the Setup Utility Multimedia Pocket 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 A by using an optional FDD cable CF VCF271 In the Operating Instructions for the FDD cable CF VCF271 directions are given to turn the power off before connecting the floppy disk drive by using the cable but with this computer the floppy disk drive can be attached or removed while the power is on To remove the floppy disk drive while the computer is on select on the taskbar before removing the floppy disk drive select Standard floppy disk controller and then select Stop CAUTION Do not move the drive while accessing data on the floppy disk Firmly hold both sides of the drive when removing a disk Excessive force on top should be avoided NOTE When the computer is on or in the standby or hibernation mode if the floppy disk drive is accessed after it had earlier been disconnected there are instances where the contents of the floppy disk set prior to the drive removal are displayed Do not try to access any of the files If an attempt is made an error message may be displayed or a message prompting you to format the disk may appear When this message appears select Cancel or No to close the display The above conten
107. to print Check the computer printer connection Make sure the printer is on Make sure the printer is in the online state Make sure paper is in the printer tray and there is no paper jam Has the Setup Utility been used to set Parallel Port to Enable or Auto Depending on the printer EPP or ECP may not work at times The following phenomena occur The LAN transmission speed slows down dramatically Poor performance when forwarding data via a PC card e g unstable video images when writing videos to a DV camera using an IEEE1394 PC card lt Only for models with wireless LAN gt Wireless LAN connection drops out These phenomena may be consequences of performance losses that result from CPU power saving functions Execute the following operations after logging on with the administrator authority Input c util cpupower setup exe in start Run and select OK Follow the on screen instructions Select Performance in start All Programs Panasonic CPU Idle Setting and select OK then select Yes The computer will be restarted automatically If these phenomena occur even with the above settings select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes select Always On from Power schemes and select OK e These operations will be helpful in easing the performance losses resulting from CPU power saving functions but will not be effecti
108. ts will no longer be displayed when the drive is re connected or when the computer is restarted When the floppy disk drive is not connected to both the multimedia pocket and parallel port do not access the floppy disk drive through Explorer etc The CD DVD drive cannot be used as an external device Multimedia Pocket BACK 55 NEXT gt Information for the CD DVD Drive Confirm that Transfer Mode is set to DMA if available in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager IDE ATA ATAPI controllers Secondary IDE Channel Advanced Settings Device 0 Perform this setting if it has not yet been made Information for the Second Hard Disk Drive To format the second hard disk perform the operation below 1 Turn your computer on Be sure to log on with the administrator authority 2 Select Disk Management in start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Administrative Tools Computer Management Storage 3 When Welcome to the Initialize and Convert Disk Wizard is displayed select Next 4 At Select Disks to Initialize add the check mark for Disk 1 and select Next 5 At Select Disks to Convert remove the check mark for Disk 1 and then select Next 6 Select Finish 7 Click the right side of Disk 1 with the right button and select New Partition Follow the on screen instructions 8 When the
109. use drivers are installed e g IntelliMouse the touch pad may not be used Has the touch pad driver been properly installed Unable to point correctly with the Asa result of the physical characteristics of the touchscreen sometimes the stylus included with the computer position of the stylus does not match the position of the cursor on the screen This is not a malfunction Perform Calibration page 22 Unable to input by touching the display Has the Setup Utility been used to set Touchscreen to Enable When mouse drivers are installed i e IntelliMouse the touchscreen is unable to be used Has the touchscreen driver been properly installed Has the touchscreen driver been properly installed E Sound The sound is not heard Try changing the mute by pressing Fm F4 or Fn F6 Volume does not change when Ifthe Windows sound function is not active the volume will not change even if Fn FS or Fm FG is pressed K o is displayed The audio is distorted Audio distortion may occur when operations are performed by pressing Fim in combination with another key Stop playing and start again When starting Sound Recorder it Sound Recorder displays this error message when started by a user with a displays the message There was an error updating the registry limited account if the user s language setting is different to that of the user with the administrator authority which last started it This will not affect the operation
110. uter Speaker on off switch Pressing this key combination turns on off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack NOTE Disabling the speakers will also disable the warning beep Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be muted Volume control down Volume control up Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the internal speaker and headphone jack NOTE This key combination cannot be used to adjust the volume of the warning beep or speakers connected to the USB port Power off using the standby function Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the memory and powers off the computer gt page 27 Remaining capacity of the battery pack Pressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen When the battery pack is inserted in the computer example Innormal temperature mode gt page 44 In high temperature mode page 44 When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer Fn F10 Power off using the hibernation function Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk and powers off the computer gt page 27 Key Combinations BACK 8 NEXT gt Hotkey Settings There are two Fn key functions as follows Fn key lock function After Fm is p
111. ve against the phenomena resulting from other causes e g noise generated during periods of exceptionally high load on the CPU such as during video playback e When these operations are performed the battery running time will be reduced to some extent We thus recommend that when these phenomena do not occur you should select Battery Windows XP Standard in CPU Idle Setting and return Power schemes in Power Options to Portable Laptop Dealing with Problems Advanced E Disk Operations BACK 121 NEXT gt Cannot read write to a floppy disk Are you using either the internal floppy disk drive or the Panasonic CF VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive optional Has the floppy disk been correctly inserted Has the floppy disk been correctly formatted Has the Setup Utility been used to set Floppy Operation to Enable gt page 95 Your floppy disk content may be corrupted Unable to write to a disk Is the floppy disk write protected How to format a floppy disk is unclear Format the floppy disk using the following procedure Select My Computer in start and select 3 1 2 Floppy A then select File from the menu and select Format Confirm the disc capacity and the format type then select Start to begin the formatting Unable to read write to the hard disk Your drive or file may not have been properly set Check to see if the hard disk is full If it is full delete un
112. ystem standby and System hibernates to Never using the following procedure Select start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Power Options Power Schemes When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CD ROM The Windows files included in the Retail Version of the Windows CD ROM for each OS are contained in the following folders c windows docs c windows dotnetfx c windows i386 c windows support c windows valueadd Using the Serial Devices Each COM port of this computer is assigned to the following serial device COM1 Serial Port A CON2 Serial Port B Port Replicator COM3 GPS COM4 Smart Card COM5 Modem COM6G MP Serial Port CON7 1st port of wireless modem COMS8 2nd port of wireless modem Optional If the above assignment is changed in Device Manager the serial devices may not work properly 0 0 00 ooo DMI Viewer BACK 100 NEXT gt This computer conforms to the specifications of the Desktop Management Interface DMI The DMI Viewer can be used when you want to know information on the internal systems this computer supports starting with the CPU and memory Running DMI Viewer 1 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 Saving information to a file Displayed inf

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