Panasonic CF-17, CF-M34 User Manual
95
In this manual, descriptions are given using illustrations not featuring the handgrip belt or handle for convenience of explanation.
®
Personal Computer
Reference Manual
CF-M34/CF-17 Series
Contents
Read Me First.............................................................. 2
Key Combinations..................................................... 4
LED Indicators............................................................ 5
Touch Pad (Advanced)............................................. 6
Touchscreen .............................................................. 10
Panasonic Hand Writing (Touchscreen)........... 12
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ........................13
Security Measures .................................................. 16
Computing On The Road....................................... 19
Battery Power ........................................................... 21
PC Cards..................................................................... 27
RAM Module.............................................................. 28
External Display....................................................... 29
USB Devices.............................................................. 30
Modem.........................................................................32
Port Replicator ......................................................... 33
Accessories............................................................... 34
Hard Disk Drive ........................................................ 35
Setup Utility............................................................... 37
Smart Boot................................................................. 43
Technical Information ............................................ 44
DMI Viewer ................................................................. 45
Creating BACKUP DISKS...................................... 46
List of Error Codes.................................................. 48
Dealing With Problems (Advanced)................... 50
CF-M34 Series CF-17 Series
Illustrations in this Reference Manual
NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING: WARNING indicates a hazard that may result in moderate or serious injury.
[Start]-[Shut Down]: This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Shut Down].
(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)
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.
page: When the cursor is moved to an item under [Contents] or to page (green display), the
shape of the cursor will change to . Under this condition, if characters are tapped (or a
click is made), the corresponding page in the Reference Manual will be displayed.
: This illustration means to refer to the Operating Instructions.
We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
2
Read Me First
Saving Data on the Hard Disk
Do not expose your computer to shock.
Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk
or make your software applications and data unusable.
Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or
HDD indicator ( ) is on.
Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start] - [Shut Down] ).
Save all valuable data to disks.
Backing up data to disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer or
should you inadvertently change or erase data.
Use the security function for all important data. ( page 16)
Saving Data on Disks
Do not power off your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button
while the floppy disk drive being accessed.
Doing so may damage the data on the disk and render the disk useless.
Use care when handling disks.
To protect the data on your disks or to prevent a disk from becoming stuck in your
computer, avoid the following:
• Sliding the shutter on the disk manually.
• Exposing the disk to a magnetic field.
• S toring the disk in locations prone to high temperatures, low pitched noise, dampness,
or dust.
• Applying more than one label on the disk.
Confirm the contents of a disk before formatting it.
Confirm that no important data is on the disk, because all data on the disk will be
erased.
Use the write-protect tab.
This is a must for preserving important data.
This prevents your data from being erased
or overwritten.
* This computer uses Microsoft
®
Windows® 95 Operating System.
Write-protect Tab
Computer Viruses
LCD Panel
Write Enable
Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software
and use them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
• When booting your computer.
• After receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources,
such as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files,
please uncompress them before running a check).
High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color
liquid crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 99.998% or more of the picture
elements are functioning properly, no defect is considered to exist.
Write Disable
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Read Me First
Usage Environment
Handling
Environment
Place the computer on a flat stable surface.
In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}
Humidity: 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)
Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}
Humidity: 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)
Places not to use your computer
Such areas may result in damage to the computer.
Areas with electronic equipment
These areas may interfere with your display or
cause your computer to produce strange sounds.
Areas with extremely high/low temperatures
Do not leave things near the computer that are sensitive to heat. During operation, the computer may become warm.
Maintenance
This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk
drive, the leakage of liquid (e.g., water) from the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is
provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, please be extremely careful in the handling.
Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.
Do not stand the computer on its side or allow it to tip over. When the computer
receives extremely strong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc.,
may become inoperable.
Do not carry your computer when it is ON.
Remove all cables before transporting your computer.
We recommend preparing a fully charged battery (and optional charger, if possible).
When transporting spare batteries inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommended
that the batteries be stored in a plastic bag.
Do not place the computer upright. When the computer receives extremely strong
shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.
Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the display.
Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.
Always carry your computer with you. Never check it in with luggage. For use of the
computer inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy
on this issue.
Display
Use a soft dry cloth like gauze to lightly wipe
the display.
Touch Pad
page 9
Areas excluding the display
Wipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with water to the
soft cloth and firmly wringing out excess water.
CAUTION
Do not use benzene or thinner, or disinfectant-type alcohol.
Do not directly use water, liquid detergents or spray-type cleaners. If liquid enters
the computer, this may cause the computer to malfunction or become defective.
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Key Combinations
4
CAUTION
Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession.
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys.
When a MIDI file is playing, do not use the following key combinations. The tempo of the MIDI file may temporarily slow.
Key
Fn + F1
Fn + F2
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Functions
LCD brightness control ( down)
LCD brightness control ( up)
Display change
Speakers on/off switch
*1
Volume control
( down)
*1
Volume control ( up)
Holding down on the keys
changes the sound level.
Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness
of LCD.
By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, LCD or simultaneous, even
if an external display is not connected. Rebooting
the computer, or powering off then on, restores the
display setting of the Setup Utility.
Pressing this key combination turns off audio from
the internal speakers and headphone jack. Pressing
it again, or rebooting the computer restores the
speaker setting of the Setup Utility.
CAUTION
Disabling the speakers will also disable the warning beep.
Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of
the internal speakers and headphone jack.
NOTE
This key combination cannot be used to adjust the volume of the warning beep and the touchscreen sound.
Popup Window
Is displayed when
the brightness is at
its maximum value.
Is displayed when
the brightness is at
its minimum value.
OFF
ON
Down
Up
Fn + F7
*2
Power off using the
suspend function
Pressing this key combination causes the current
screen on the display to be saved to memory, and
powers off the computer. When the computer is powered on, by sliding the power switch, the saved screen
will be displayed. (The computer must be plugged
into the AC adapter or have a battery pack with sufficient remaining power installed.)
Fn + F8
*3
Power management
enable/disable switch
Pressing this key combination temporarily disables
the power management (timeout feature) of the Setup
Enable
Utility. Pressing it again, or rebooting the computer
restores the power management setting of the Setup
Disable
Utility. page 20,41
Fn + F9
Fn + F
Remaining capacity of
the battery pack
*2
ECO mode for con-
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serving power
Pressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen. page 21
Pressing this key combination turns off the LCD, external display and hard disk drive until operation is
Remaining
capacity (%)
display
Battery pack is
not installed.
resumed by pressing any key or mouse*4 (except the
keyboard and mouse connected to the USB port).
1
*
Under the condition the sound function of Windows is not working, or is displayed, but the volume does not change.
2
*
When [Disable] is set for [Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key] with the Setup Utility, these key combinations become inoperable.
3
*
Depending on the state of the system, settings may be unable to be changed. In such cases, try performing the settings again.
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LED Indicators
Caps Lock
NumLk (Numeric key)
ScrLk (Scroll lock)
Hard disk status
Battery pack
status
This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent
non-shifted input is capitalized.
These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a
portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key
functions differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights green when ScrLk is pressed. Scroll lock functions
differently depending on the application.
This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.
Not lit : AC adapter not connected or charging not being per-
formed.
Orange : Charging in progress.
Green : Charging finished.
Red : Battery is low
(remaining battery capacity is approx. 9% or less).
Blinking red : Battery pack or charging malfunction.
Blinking orange : Battery capacity being refreshed.
Blinking orange five times after the AC adapter is connected :
Charging on standby. (The ambient temperature is outside the allowable range. Once the allowable range
requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.)
Power status
Not lit : Power off
Green : Power on
Blinking green : Suspend mode
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Touch Pad (Advaced)
Using the Touch Pad
Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer
Work Surface
operations.
For instructions on how to handle the touch pad, refer to page 9.
The touch pad has the following two modes of operation.
Right Button
Left Button
Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM Wheel Mode
(Setting at the time of purchase)
Wheel mode operations (almost identical
to the case of using the Microsoft
IntelliMouseTM for scroll, zoom, etc., operations) are possible for Microsoft® wheel
function-compatible applications.
Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM is a mouse-type
device that, in addition to the two conventional buttons, incorporates a wheel able
to rotate forwards/backwards.
Scrolling Area
Scrolling up/down
For the Pan and Auto Scroll functions, the entire work surface of the touch pad can be used
for scrolling.
: Typical mouse operations use this area.
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.
Only scroll operation is possible for ap-
®
plications not compatible with the Microsoft® wheel function.
Even for applications compatible with the
Microsoft® wheel function, there are
cases where only vertical scrolling or
only horizontal scrolling is possible in this
mode.
Scrolling Area
Scrolling side-to-side
Possible when a check mark
is added for [Horizontal].
Original Mode
Scrolling up/down
Possible when a check
mark is added for
[Vertical].
NOTE
When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft
wheel function or not, try using both modes. Furthermore, depending on the application, there are cases where scrolling may not be possible with either mode.
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Changing the mode of the touch pad
1 Select from the taskbar and then select [Motion] or select [Motion] in [Start] -
[Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse].
2 To set the Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM Wheel mode
Add the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration].
To set the original mode
Delete the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration]
and add the check mark for [Horizontal] and/or [Vertical] .
3 Press [OK].
NOTE
The touch pad has been designed to work only when a finger is used. Therefore, do
not use any implement on the touch pad.
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Touch Pad (Advanced)
Wheel
Work Surface
Basic Operation
Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM Wheel mode.
Original
Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode.
Right Button
Left Button
Function
Moving the Cursor
Tapping/Clicking
Double-Tapping/
Double-Clicking
Dragging
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Original
Touch Pad Operation
Move the tip of your finger
lightly over the surface.
or
tapping
clicking
or
double-tapping
or
Two quick taps, but on the
second tap leaving your
finger down (applying
While holding down the
button, moving your finger on the work surface.
double-clicking
pressure) and moving it
on the work surface.
When a check mark is added for [Drag
Lock] *
After the drag operation (above : left side), it
is necessary to determine the destination (i.e.,
location of drop) by one tap. Under the condition no destination is selected, do not use
the suspend or hibernation function. Nothing
is shown on the display, even after resuming
from the suspend or hibernation mode.
In this case, the display will return after a tap
or click is made.
Scroll*
Wheel
Original
Wheel
Scroll a document
(rotate the wheel)
Auto Scroll*
Wheel
Automatically scroll a document
(move the mouse after clicking
the wheel)
Operate after pressing the two buttons simultaneously.
When releasing the auto scroll function:
One tap on the work surface.
*
In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [Tap and Buttons]
Original
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Touch Pad (Advanced)
Function
Pan*
Scroll in various directions of a
document
(move the mouse slightly while
holding down the wheel)
Zoom*
Magnify/reduce the display of
a document.
(rotate the wheel while holding
down Ctrl )
Data Zoom*
Display or hide a document, or
perform operations to return to or
proceed with Internet Explorer.
(rotate the wheel while holding
down Shift )
Within the parentheses () are operations to follow when using an external Microsoft
IntelliMouseTM.
* Indicates that the movements will differ depending on the application.
Wheel
Wheel
Wheel
Touch Pad Operation
Operate while holding down the two buttons.
Ctrl +
Shift +
Magnify
Reduce
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CAUTION
When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions (e.g., wheel function) is connected, a part or all of the additional functions may foil to operate. To
use these additional functions, install the driver or application software of the
external device by following the procedure below. However, once the driver or
application software is installed, touch pad functions (e.g., auto scroll) may not
operate even if the touch pad is enabled (see the procedure for “When you want
to re-enable the touch pad.”).
1 In [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], select [touch pad] in [Mouse],
press [Remove] to delete it, then press [OK] to confirm the deletion.
2 Power off your computer and connect the external mouse or trackball device to
the computer.
3 Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 37). In [Main] menu, set
[Touch Pad] to [Disable] and close the Setup Utility.
4 Following the operating instructions for the connected external mouse, install
the necessary driver.
After the installation, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable] in the Setup Utility.
Do not enter the suspend or hibernation mode when an external mouse is connected to the serial port.
When you want to re-enable the touch pad;
1 In [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], when an external mouse or
trackball device is displayed in [Mouse], press [Remove] to delete it, and then
press [OK] to confirm the deletion.
2 Power off your computer and remove the external mouse or trackball device.
3 Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 37). In [Main] menu, set
[Touch Pad] to [Enable] and close the Setup Utility.
4 Confirm whether [touch pad] exists in [Mouse] (in [Control Panel] - [System] -
[Device Manager]).
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Touch Pad (Advanced)
CAUTION
When [PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port] is displayed in [Mouse]:
1 Select [PS/2 Compatible Mouse Port] and then press [Properties].
2 Select [Driver] - [Update Driver] and then press [Next].
3 Select [Display a list of all the drivers....] and then press [Next].
4 Press [Next].
5 At the [Update Driver Warning], press [Yes] and then press [Next].
6 At the [Insert Disk], press [OK].
7 Input [c:\util\drivers\mouse] and then press [OK].
8 Press [Finish].
9 The display will ask you to restart Windows, press [Yes].
NOTE
The double-tapping speed of the touch pad cannot be changed.
Handling the Touch Pad
When using a key combination such as Fn + F5 , do not touch the touch pad.
If a key combination is used while the pad is being touched, the function of the
key combination will not work. In addition, it is possible that control of the cursor
will be lost and the cursor will not show proper movements. In such cases, the
computer has to be restarted by using the keyboard (e.g., ).
Do not place any object on the work surface or press down forcefully with sharppointed objects (i.e. nails), hard objects that can leave marks (i.e. pencils and
ball point pen).
Do not allow things that could dirty the touch pad, such as oil. The cursor may
not work properly in such cases.
When the touch pad becomes dirty:
Wipe to remove dirty areas 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 disinfectant-type alcohol.
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Touchscreen
Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen display allowing you to perform the
same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with
your finger. (The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).
The operation settings can be changed in [Start] - [Programs] - [Updd] - [Settings].)
Moving the cursor
Cursor
Double-clicking
Two quick
taps
Clicking
One tap
Dragging
Tap and hold the object (i. e. file
or icon), move your finger on the
surface (dragging the object to
the desired location), then release your finger.
CAUTION
The touchscreen function can not be used in the MS-DOS mode and when
using the full screen in [MS-DOS prompt].
When the operation of panning (only LCD) is performed while the screen resolution is set to [1024 x 768 dots], the touchscreen function will not work properly.
If a change is made to the screen resolution, or the cursor can not be pointed
correctly with your finger, be sure to perform [Calibrate]. page 111
Handling the Touchscreen
Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed
objects (i.e. nails), hard objects that can leave marks (i.e. pencils and ball point
pen).
Do not apply pressure within 5 mm of the perimeter of the display panel. The
cursor may move to the edge of the display.
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. The
cursor may not work properly in such cases.
When the touchscreen becomes dirty:
Wipe to remove dirty areas by using a dry soft cloth such as a gauze or soft cloth
first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung.
Do not use benzene or thinner, or disinfectant-type alcohol.
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Touchscreen
Configuring the Touchscreen
When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps.
Select from the taskbar or select [Settings] from [Start] -
1
[Programs] - [Updd]
The following screen will appear.
Windows
Set the “double-click”
settings.
Devices
Configure the device controller.
Hardware
Set the hardware resources.
Match this setting with the
setting for [Touchscreen] in
the Setup Utility.
Settings
Set the general protocol
settings.
Calibration
Define the calibration setup.
Use when the cursor can not be pointed correctly with
your finger. (Needed if the alignment of the touchscreen
with the visual image change or adjust the display resolution).
Status
Display the status of the controller.
About
Display the version number.
Button Modes
Set the button modes.
General
Set the general settings and functions.
Events
Set the events that can be generated
by a controller.
Advanced
Set the advanced settings.
NOTE
For more information, refer to [Help].
Make necessary changes
2
Click [OK]
3
NOTE
It is also possible to change the double-click speed in [Tap and Buttons] for
[Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse]. However, when [Double Click
Speed] in [Mouse] is changed, the double click time in [Windows] is also
changed. In addition, the setting becomes the setting for [Tap and Buttons] in
[Mouse] after the computer is restarted or enters the suspend or hibernation
mode. page 13
Immediately run [Calibrate] when the number of points of calibration is changed.
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Panasonic Hand Writing (Touchscreen)
Drawing Characters or Figures
Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the
work surface of the touchscreen, and can be saved to a file as a bitmap (.bmp) format.
CAUTION
To draw, an object with a rounded tip (e.g., a pen for tablets) can be used.
Do not use any of the following objects, as they may damage the work surface.
• Objects with an extremely sharp tip, like screwdrivers and nails.
• Objects that leave marks, like ball point pens.
Panasonic Hand Writing does not operate properly when the Touchscreen can-
not be used.
Select from the taskbar or select [Panasonic Hand Writing]
1
from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]
Draw a character or figure using the work surface of the
2
touchscreen
NOTE
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. Pasting is not possible to applications that do not support the bitmap
format.
CAUTION
Do not perform a drag operation by the Touch Pad or the external mouse as the
movement will be input on the display.
Select [Save As] or [Save] from [File]
3
NOTE
The file size of a bitmap image to be saved or pasted to another application can
be changed with [Option] - [Window size].
CAUTION
Drawing accuracy may be degraded if another application, such as FD accessing, is being executed simultaneously. Begin drawing only after other applications have been closed.
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Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Starting Up Your Computer Quickly
If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down
your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function.
Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions
Function
Where data is saved to
Speed
Requires power supply
Suspend function Hibernation function
Memory Hard disk
Fast Somewhat slow
Yes (if power is cut, all data is lost) Power not required to maintain data
Setting the Suspend or Hibernation Function
[Hibernation] is factory set.
Run the Setup Utility ( page 37)
1
Using and , select [Power]
2
Using and , select [Power Switch] and press Enter
3
Using and , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and
4
press Enter
Press F10 , then select [Yes]
5
NOTE
The Suspend or Hibernation function can be set even with [Panel Switch] in the
Setup Utility. page 41
Shutting Down Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function
The computer should be set for suspend or hibernation ( see the above procedure).
Slide the power switch
(After releasing your finger from the
power switch, do not touch the power
switch, keyboard or mouse while the
computer is entering in the suspend or
hibernation modes.)
CAUTION
At the "beep*" sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you continue to slide the switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the power will
go off. Data not previously saved will be lost.
Slide the power switch to power on.
If the computer will not be operated for an extended period of time, it is recommended that hibernation mode be used instead of the suspend mode.
* When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by setting [Disable] for [Speaker] with the
Setup Utility ( page 38) or by the key combination Fn + F4 , there will be no beep
sound.
Suspend Mode
or
Hibernation Mode
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Suspend/Hibernation Functions
NOTE
With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend
function.
Fn + F7 ( page 4)
Select [Suspend] from the [Start] menu.
[Suspend] is deleted from the [Start] menu by unchecking [Allow Windows to
manage power use on this computer.] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] [Power] or by unchecking [Show suspend command on Start menu] in [Advanced].
Resuming Operation
Slide the power switch
If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set.
CAUTION
After the display returns, the computer needs a short period of time to reinitialize.
This takes about 15 seconds. Do not shut down or restart Windows, or use the
suspend or hibernation functions again during this time, as this may subsequently cause Windows to operate abnormally.
Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or
hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result.
When operation resumes, serial 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.
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Suspend/Hibernation Functions
Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function
Save all data before powering off your computer.
When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not
touch the touch pad or touchscreen (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is
connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your
computer using the keyboard.
Do not enter the suspend/hibernation mode during the following periods (you may
corrupt your data or file):
• While the floppy disk drive being accessed or HDD indicator ( ) is on.
• While playing/recording audio files.
• While communications software is being used.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using an operating system
other than the one that comes with your computer, the Setup Utility, or when experiencing static electricity or noise.
If you hold down on the Alt , Ctrl or Shift key to enter the suspend or
hibernation mode, after resuming operation, you must press the same key. For example, if you hold down on the key while pushing the power switch, upon
resuming, if you do not press the key again, only capital letters will result from
typing.
Only when the computer stops operating or locks up should the power switch be held
more than four seconds to power off the computer. Slide the power switch to power
on and data not previously saved will be lost.
In the suspend mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards (e.g., a modem card) are
inserted, more of that power may be consumed. When all power has been consumed, all data at suspend is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore recommend plugging in the AC adapter when using the suspend function.
Repeatedly using the suspend or hibernation function will use up a lot of the system
resources and the computer may not work properly. Shut down Windows ([Start][Shut Down]) on a regular basis, i.e. approximately once a week, without using the
suspend or hibernation function. Doing so will restore the system resources.
Do not use the suspend or hibernation function during the following periods. The
suspend or hibernation function, or peripherals may not work.
• When a file in devices such as a CD-ROM drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is
opened, the suspend or hibernation function may not work. In such cases, close the
file.
• SCSI cards may not recover after entering the suspend or hibernation mode. If this
occurs, restart the computer.
After a Windows 95 USB device driver has been installed, do not use the suspend or
hibernation function. If the suspend or hibernation mode is activated, the computer
may not function properly. Power off, then on, using the power switch to resume
proper operation.
If you want to use the suspend or hibernation function after the USB driver is installed, disable the USB device function of the computer by following the procedure
below.
1 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], select [Intel(r)
82440MX PCI to USB Universal Host Controller] in [Universal serial bus controller].
2 Add the check mark for [Disable in this hardware profile] in [Properties] - [Gen-
eral], press [OK], and then press [Close].
3 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Restart], then press [OK].
If you want to enable the USB device function again, delete the check mark for [Disable in this hardware profile] in step 2. When the message appears asking whether
to reboot the computer, select [Yes]. If the message is not displayed, go to step 3.
Shift
Shift
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Security Measures
To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.
Situation
You do not want your computer to be used without permission
You want to prevent theft of your computer
Function to use
Supervisor Password
User Password
User Secuity lock
Reference
below
"Names and Functions of Parts"
When you do not want your computer to be used without permission
You can set your "Supervisor Password" and "User Password" (The User Password
can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set).
Without the password, access to your computer is impossible.
Starting up when the password is set
Upon entering your Supervisor
Password or User Password
and pressing Enter .
If the correct password is input, Will Start
Over three incorrect attempts,
or no password is entered for about one minute,
Will Not Start*
* If you are starting from the suspend mode, if after
three attempts the correct password is not input,
or if no password is entered for about a minute,
the computer returns to the suspend mode.
(Power off)
If entering the Setup Utility with Supervisor Password
You can register all items of the Setup Utility ( page 37).
If entering the Setup Utility with User Password
You can not register [Advanced] menu and some items in [Security] menu.
When [User Password Protection] has been set to [Protected], you can not register the User Password.
When [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection], you can regis-
ter the User Password ( page 40 ).
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Security Measures
Setting the Supervisor Password
(enabling, changing, disabling)
Run the Setup Utility ( page 37 )
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Using and , select [Security]
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Using and , select [Set Supervisor Password], then
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press Enter
<Only when the Supervisor Password has been set>
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Enter your password at the [Enter Current Password], then
press Enter
Enter your password at the [Enter New Password], then
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press Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Simply press Enter
Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] , then
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press Enter
To disable the Supervisor Password
Simply press Enter
At the [Setup Notice], press Enter
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Press F10 , then select [Yes]
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CAUTION
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Please limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no
distinction between upper and lower case letters.
White colored keys can be used. Note that the space bar and function
keys cannot be used.
Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl .
Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user
password.
Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Support.
When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a
short time.
NOTE
When you do not want the User Password enabled, changed, or disabled without permission,
using and , select [User Password Protection] and press Enter
using and , select [Protected] and press Enter .
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