Panasonic CF47M4CKAEM Reference Manual Windows 9X

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Contents

Read Me First ..................................................... 2

The descriptions for “Floppy disk drive” in the

manual apply to the internal SuperDisk™ Drive.

Similarly, the descriptions for “CD-ROM drive” in

the manual apply to the internal DVD drive.

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. . Windows 95 : Information for Microsoft Windows® 95 users. Windows 98 : Information for Microsoft Windows® 98 users.

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.

Key Combinations ............................................. 4

LED Indicators ................................................... 5

Touch Pad (Advanced) ................................................. 6

Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad) .................. 10

Suspend/Hibernation Functions ................... 12

Security Measures.......................................... 17

Computing On the Road ................................ 23

Battery Power ................................................. 27

CD-ROM Drive ................................................. 32

SuperDisk™ Drive .......................................... 34

PC Cards ......................................................... 35

RAM Module.................................................... 36

Port Replicator ................................................ 37

Printer .............................................................. 38

External Display ............................................. 39

USB Devices Windows 95 .................................. 43

USB Devices Windows 98 .................................. 45

Infrared Data Communications ..................... 46

Modem ............................................................. 48

LAN .................................................................. 50

Hard Disk Drive ............................................... 52

Setup Utility .................................................... 54

Technical Information .................................... 60

DMI Viewer ...................................................... 61

List of Error Codes ......................................... 62

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)...................... 64

We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

Read Me First

Saving Data on the Hard Disk

Do not expose your computer to shock.

Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable.

Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or HDD indicator ( ) is on.

Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start]-[Shut Down] ).

Save all valuable data to floppy disks.

Backing up data to floppy 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 17)

Hard Disk Lock

guarantee the complete protection of data.)( page 20)

* Windows 95 : This computer uses Microsoft

Windows 98 : This computer uses Microsoft

Windows® 95 Operating System.

Windows® 98 Operating System.

Saving Data on Floppy Disks

Do not power down your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button while the FDD indicator ( ) is on.

Doing so may damage the data on the floppy disk and render the disk useless.

Use care when handling floppy disks.

To protect the data on your floppy disks or to prevent a floppy disk from becoming stuck in your computer, avoid the following:

• Sliding the shutter on the floppy disk manually.

• Exposing the disk to a magnetic field.

• Storing 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 floppy 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.

Computer Viruses

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 floppy disks or from external sources, such as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress them before running a check).

Write Enable

Write-protect Tab

Write Disable

LCD Panel

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.

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.

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, 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.

It is a good idea to make backup copies on disks and carry them with you. Do not leave a disk in the drive while transporting your computer.

Maintenance

Touch Pad

page 6

CAUTION

Display

Avoid using water when cleaning the panel. Ingredients included in water may leave residue and reduce readability of the screen.

Avoid rubbing off dust/dirt with cloth since it may leave scratch on the screen. Sweep dust/dirt with fine brush, then wipe it with “dry” soft cloth used for cleaning glasses.

Apply camera lens cleaner on a soft gauze and clean it with gentle force. Then, wipe with dry soft cloth used for cleaning glasses.

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.

Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect the surface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface. Do not directly add or spray water or detergent. If liquid enters the inside of the computer, it may cause it to work improperly or be damaged.

Key Combinations

CAUTION

Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys.

Key

Fn + F2

Fn + F3

Fn + F4

Fn + F5

Fn + F6

Functions

LCD brightness control

Display change

Speakers on/off switch

Volume control ( down)

Volume control ( up)

Holding down on the keys changes the sound level.

Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the brightness.

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.

Windows 98

The combination does not work when the computer is in the Dual-Display Mode.

Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speakers and headphone jack. Rebooting the computer, or powering off then on, 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.

Popup Window

Is displayed when the brightness is at its maximum value.

OFF

Down

Fn + F7

Windows 95

Fn + F8

Fn + F9

Windows 95

Fn + F

Power off using the suspend function

Power management enable/disable switch

Remaining capacity of the battery pack

ECO mode for con-

serving power

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 or pressing the sleep 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.)

Pressing this key combination temporarily disables the power management feature of the Setup Utility. Rebooting the computer, or powering off then on, restores the power management setting of the Setup

Utility. page 25

NOTE

This key combination sometimes does not work by pressing it quickly.

Pressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen. page 27

Pressing this key combination turns off the LCD and hard disk drive until operation is resumed by pressing any key.

* Windows 98

The combination does not work.

Enable

Disable

Remaining capacity (%) display

Battery pack is not installed.

LED Indicators

Caps Lock

NumLk (Numeric key)

ScrLk (Scroll lock)

KeyPad (Arrow key)

CD-ROM status

Floppy disk status

This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent nonshifted input is capitalized.

These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and then Key Pad is pressed while holding down the Fn key. 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 green when Key Pad is pressed while holding down the Fn key. When the indicator is not lit, a portion of the keyboard functions as arrow keys. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.

This indicator lights when the CD-ROM drive is accessed.

This indicator lights when the floppy disk drive is accessed.

Hard disk status

Battery pack status

Power status

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 Blinking orange five times after the AC adapter is connected :

Not lit : Power off / Hibernation mode Green : Power on

Blinking green : Suspend* mode ( page 12)

orange

:Battery capacity being refreshed.

Charging on standby. (The ambient temperature is outside the allowable range. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.)

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Touch Pad (Advanced)

Using the Touch Pad

Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. The touch pad has the following two modes of operation.

Work Surface

Left Button

Right 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.

Changing the mode of the touch pad

1 Select from the taskbar 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].

Handling the Touch Pad

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 contact with substances 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 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.

Touch Pad (Advanced)

Basic Operation

Wheel

Indicates an operation applicable to the Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM Wheel mode.

Original

Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode.

Function

Moving the Cursor

Tapping/Clicking

Double-Tapping/ Double-Clicking

Dragging

Wheel Original

Touch Pad Operation

Move the tip of your finger lightly over the surface.

tapping

clicking

double-tapping

double-clicking

Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger down (applying pressure) and moving it

While holding down the button, moving your finger on the work surface.

on the work surface.

When a check mark is added for [use 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.

* In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [Tap and

Buttons]

Scroll*

Wheel Original

Scroll a document (rotate the wheel)

Auto Scroll*

Wheel

Automatically scroll a document (move the mouse after clicking the wheel)

The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances.

Wheel

Original

Operate after pressing the two buttons simultaneously.

When releasing the auto scroll function:

One tap on the work surface.

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

Touch Pad Operation

Operate while holding down the two buttons.

Magnify

Ctrl +

Shift +

Reduce

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 fail 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 54 ). 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 54). 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]).

Touch Pad (Advanced)

CAUTION

Windows 95

When [Microsoft PS/2 Port Mouse] is displayed in [Mouse]:

1 Select [Microsoft PS/2 Port Mouse] and then press [Properties]. 2 Select [Driver] - [Update Driver] and then press [Next]. 3 At the [Update Device Driver Wizard], press [Other Locations]. 4 Input [C:\util\drivers\mouse] and then press [OK]. 5 Press [Finish]. 6 At the [Insert Disk], press [OK]. 7 Input [C:\util\drivers\mouse] and then press [OK]. 8 The display will ask you to restart Windows, press [Yes].

Windows 98

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.

Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad)

Drawing Characters or Figures

Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the work surface of the touch pad, and can be saved to a file as a bitmap (.bmp) format. Positions on the work surface of the touch pad have corresponding positions in the Panasonic Hand Writing window. For example, a character or figure made in the top-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top-left part of the Panasonic Hand Writing window.

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. In the Hand Writing mode, an external mouse or trackball connected to the external keyboard/mouse port will not operate. Therefore, before switching over to the Hand Writing mode, remove the external device that is connected. If a switch is made to the Hand Writing mode without disconnecting the external device and the external device stops working, reconnect the device after quitting the Hand Writing mode. If the device still does not work, try restarting the computer. If a commercially-available pointing device (e.g., mouse) driver is installed and overwrites the driver of the touch pad, Panasonic Hand Writing will no longer work.

Select from the taskbar or select [Panasonic Hand Writing]

from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]

Change to the Hand Writing mode

The following two methods are available.

• Select from the tool bar.

• Select [Hand writing mode] in [Option].

Draw a character or figure using the work surface of the touch

pad

NOTE

Determine the position to begin drawing:

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. 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.

Windows 98

The above function will not work even when the right-side button of a USB mouse is pressed.

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Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad)

Close the Hand Writing mode

Confirm that the [Panasonic Hand Writing] window is active, and then press the left button of the touch pad.

NOTE

In the following cases, the Hand Writing mode is automatically cancelled.

• When a switch is made to another application

• When the computer resumes operation from the suspend* or hibernation mode

• When the settings window for [Panasonic Hand Writing] is shown.

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Select [Save As] or [Save] from [File].

NOTE

• 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 on the taskbar with the right mouse button, close the application by selecting [Exit], and then run Panasonic Hand Writing again.

• Windows 98 The Hand Writing mode does not work properly when the computer is in the Dual-Display Mode.

Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function.

NOTE

With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions

Function

Where data is saved to

Speed

Requires power supply

Setting the Suspend or Hibernation Function

[Hibernation] is factory set.

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Power]

Using and , select [Sleep Switch] and press Enter

Using and , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and

press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Suspend function Hibernation function

Memory Hard disk

Fast Somewhat slow

Yes (if power is cut, all data are lost)

Power is not required to maintain data

Windows 95

Setting the Suspend or Hibernation Function Windows 98

Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Manage-

ment], in [Hibernate] add the check mark for [Enable hiber-

nate Support] and press [Apply].

In [Advanced], select [Standby] or [Hibernate] for [When I

press the sleep button on my computer] and press [OK].

NOTE

The operation of the power switch and the operation of the computer when the LCD is closed can also be set in [Advanced].

Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Shutting Down Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function

The computer should be set for suspend or hibernation ( see the above procedure).

* When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by setting [Disable] for [Speaker] with the

Setup Utility ( page 55) or by the key combination Fn + F4 , there will be no beep sound.

Press the sleep switch; at the "beep*" sound, release your finger.

(After releasing your finger from the sleep switch, do not touch the sleep switch or the power switch while the computer is in the suspend or hibernation modes.)

CAUTION

Suspend Mode

Hibernation Mode

At the "beep*" sound, release your finger from the sleep switch. If you continue to press down on the switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the unit will emit a 2nd "beep*" then power off. Data not previously saved will be lost. Slide the power switch to power on. The power will not go on by pressing the sleep switch.

Windows 98

Even when [When I press the sleep button on my computer] is set to [Shutdown] with [Control Panel] - [Power Management], if the sleep switch is pressed, a beep will sound and the power will go off if the button is pressed for more than four seconds, although the computer will not completely shut down. 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.

NOTE

With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend function.

Fn + F7 ( page 4)

Windows 95

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].

Windows 98

In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Stand by].

Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Resuming Operation

Press the sleep switch

Slide the power switch

If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set.

Windows 98

When the computer enters the suspend or hibernation mode by the closing of the LCD panel, it will resume when the LCD panel is opened. If the computer does not resume when the LCD panel is opened, press the sleep switch or the power switch.

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 or PC Cards may not function properly. In such cases, you will need to restart your computer or reinitialize the individual devices.

Windows 98

When a password has been set in the Setup Utility, appears when the

computer resumes from the hibernation mode, but does not appear when

the computer resumes from the suspend mode.

Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function

Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected). These devices may fail to operate, you will then need to restart your computer using the keyboard. Do not power off during the following periods (you may corrupt your data or file):

• While the FDD indicator ( ), HDD indicator ( ) or CD-ROM 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 sleep switch, upon resuming, if you do not press the key again, only capital letters will result from typing. Only when the computer locks up should the sleep 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 are inserted, more of that power is 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, e.g., about one time 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 external 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.

• LAN cards (port), SCSI cards and modem cards (port) etc. may not recover after entering the suspend or hibernation mode. If this occurs, restart the computer.

When inserting one more CardBus type card with one already inserted, after entering the suspend or hibernation mode, the computer may not function properly.

Windows 95

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

82371AB/EB 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.

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Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Windows 98

When a USB device is connected, there are cases the suspend 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. When both [Turn off monitor] (in [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Power Schemes]) and [Screen Saver] (in [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Screen Saver]) are set, there are cases operations cannot resume in a normal manner from the suspend or hibernation mode. When the screensaver setting is active, do not enter the suspend or hibernation mode while the [MS-DOS Prompt] is being displayed. There are cases operations cannot resume in a normal manner. When the computer resumes from the suspend/hibernation mode when MS-DOS is running, the screen may become completely black. In such cases, press Alt + Tab .

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 do not want the data on the hard disk to be read, or data to be written to the hard disk, in cases including theft.

Same as above, but while you’re away temporarily

You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy disk

You want to prevent theft of your computer

Function to use

Supervisor Password User Password

Hard Disk Lock

Coffee Break Password

Prevent operation by using a floppy disk

Use security locks

Reference

below

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"Names and Functions of Parts"

When you do not want your computer to be used without permission

You should 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.

When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set for the hard disk. 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. (The Hard Disk Lock can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set.) It is possible to set the Hard Disk Lock without setting the User Password, but we recommend that you set the User Password for security reasons. (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee complete protection of data.)

Starting up when the password is set

Upon entering your Supervisor Password or User Password and pressing Enter .

If the correct password is input,

Over three incorrect attempts,

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 condition just before the attempt was made to start up the computer.

Will Start

Will Not Start*

(Power off)

If entering the Setup Utility with Supervisor Password

You can register all items of the Setup Utility ( page 54).

Windows 98

does not appear when the computer resumes from the suspend mode.

Use the hibernation mode.

(If you want to use the security function when using the suspend mode, add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer goes off standby] in [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Advanced].)

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. F9 does not work.

Security Measures

Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

NOTE

When the User Password is set, the Supervisor Password will be needed.

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Security]

Using and , select [Set Supervisor Password], then

press Enter

Enter your password at the [Enter Current Password], then

press Enter

Enter your password at the [Enter New Password], then

press Enter

To disable the Supervisor Password

Press only Enter

Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] , then

press Enter

To disable the Supervisor Password

Press only Enter

At the [Setup Notice], press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

CAUTION

Your password will not be displayed on the screen. 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 password. Do not forget your password. If your Supervisor Password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time, as the possibility exists for the password to be set/changed by another person.

NOTE

When you do not want the User Password enabled, changed, or disabled without permission:

1 Using and , select [User Password Protection] and press Enter

2 Using and , select [Protected] and press Enter .

Security Measures

Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

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. ( page 18)

Using and , select [Security]

Using and , select [Set User Password], then

press Enter

Enter your password at the [Enter Current Password], then

press Enter

Enter your password at the [Enter New Password], then

press Enter

To disable the User Password

Press only Enter

Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] , then

press Enter

To disable the User Password

Press only Enter

At the [Setup Notice], press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

CAUTION

Your password will not be displayed on the screen. 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 password. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be unable to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.

To prevent the changing of your password without permission

• Set the User Password Protection option ( page 18).

Security Measures

Setting the Hard Disk Lock (enabling, disabling)

CAUTION

Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] of the Setup Utility to [Disable].

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Security]

NOTE

You cannot set the [Hard Disk Lock] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 18)

Using and , select [Hard Disk Lock], then press Enter

NOTE

If [Hard Disk Lock] is not displayed, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

To enable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Enable], then press Enter

At the [Caution], press Enter .

To disable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Disable], then press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

NOTE

In the default setting, [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Disable].

Security Measures

When you do not want your computer to be used without permission while away temporarily

Windows 95

You should set the “Coffee Break Password” (Note that you must first set the User Password). When you input your selected key combination, the computer locks (key input, use of the touch pad and use of an external mouse are no longer possible).

NOTE

We do not recommend using the Coffee Break Password, due to the various restrictions involved.

When the Coffee Break Password is set

When leaving your desk

Alt + Ctrl + F9

(Example of a selected key combination)

Input the correct password used at startup and press Enter .

Operation resumes

The computer is locked

When an incorrect password is inputted,

Operation does

not resume

Setting the Coffee Break Password (enabling or disabling)

Set the User Password ( page 19)

Using and , select [Coffee Break Password] and

press Enter

Using and , select your combination of keys and

press Enter

To disable the Coffee Break Password

Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

CAUTION

Only the computer's keyboard, touch pad, or a keyboard or mouse connected to the PS/2 port can be locked by the Coffee Break Password.

Security Measures

Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk

You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

Preventing the use of a floppy disk

This error message is displayed when access to the floppy disk drive is attempted.

Procedure

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Security]

Using and , select [Boot Up Drive] and press Enter

Using and , select either [C:] or [CDD / A: / C:] and

press Enter

Using the and , select [Floppy Operation] and press

Enter

Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

CAUTION

Model with a SuperDisk Drive:

Do not set [Floppy Operation] to [Disable] with the Setup Utility while a disk is in the SuperDisk drive. The disk will not be able to be removed.

Computing On the Road

Conserving Power

One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing.

Four Important Points

POINT 1

POINT 2

POINT 3

POINT 4

Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.

To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power management mode.

Check to see that you have your AC adapter with you before leaving your home or office.

Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU09) and the optional battery charger (CF-VCB251A) is highly recommended.

Always watch your battery level!

Things to Remember

Leave your computer off when it is not in use

( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Adjust the brightness (dark) with

By repeatedly pressing the keys to maximize the brightness ( will be displayed), following this, if the keys are pressed again, the brightness will be mini-

mized, thereby lowering the power consumption.

Setting the Intel® SpeedStep™ technology ( page 26)

You can control power consumption by setting CPU performance separately for “AC adapter connected” and “AC adapter disconnected (i.e., running on batteries).”

Fn + F2

Windows 95

Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn + F10

to put your computer in the ECO mode

The ECO mode helps you conserve power by cutting off power to the LCD and turning off the hard disk motor. To resume, you may press any key.

Setting the suspend/hibernation timeout ( page 24)

The suspend or hibernation function ( page 12) allows you to save power by automatically cutting off power when the computer is idle or there is no ac-

cess to individual devices for 4 or 16 minutes. If [Enable (Always)] is selected for [Power Management], the suspend/hibernation timeout function will go into effect for both the battery pack and the AC adapter. If, however, [Enable (Battery)] is selected for [Power Management], it will go into effect only during operation by the battery. The ECO mode timeout function is automatically set when [Enable] is set. Note that the ECO mode timeout precedes the suspend/ hibernation timeout. It should be noted that for some applications, the suspend/hibernation timeout will not work properly.

Windows 98

In [Control Panel] - [Power Management], make settings in detail

By making settings in detail for the alarm, timeout, etc., it is possible to control the consumption of power. When Windows 98 is starting up, the individual timeout functions of the Setup Utility will not work.

Computing On the Road

Setting Power Management

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Power]

Using and , select [Power Management] and press

Enter

Using and , select [Enable(Always)] and press Enter

Using and , select [Sleep Switch] and press Enter

Using and , select [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and

press Enter

Using and , select [Suspend Timeout] or [Hibernation

Timeout] and press Enter

Using and , select either [4 min] or [16 min] and

press Enter

Windows 95

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Functions automatically set

HDD Motor Timeout

ECO Mode Timeout

Power Conservation (AC Adapter Connected)

Popup window display by pressing Fn + F8

HDD Motor Timeout: When the hard disk drive is not accessed for more than a

ECO Mode Timeout: If there is no input from a key, the touch pad, or a mouse for

Power Management

Enabled only when the battery itself is being used.

is displayed by pressing Fn + F8 to disable the power management function.

The key combination Fn + F8 sometimes does not work (such as during HDD access). Operability can be checked by confirming that or is being displayed.

Enable (Always)

(Setting at the time of purchase)

1 min 1 min Never

2 min 2 min Never

Enable Disable Disable

minute, the hard disk motor is turned off.

more than two minutes, the LCD and hard disk drive will be powered off. Even when an application software is being installed, the computer may enter the ECO mode. (except when the power management is set to [Disable])

Enable(Battery)*

Disable

NOTE

When the power management setting is disabled in the Setup Utility, Fn + F8 does not work.

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Computing On the Road

Power Management Windows 95

NOTE

It is necessary to check [Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power]. If the check is removed, the time may not be displayed properly when operation is resumed from the suspend or hibernation mode or the operating time with the battery pack may become short (the power management function of Windows does not work).

CAUTION

When installed in a network environment.

Be sure to disable the suspend/hibernation timeout settings with the Setup Utility. After resuming operation from the suspend or hibernation mode, the network connection may be severed or the computer will not work properly.

When a device like a high-speed modem (including an internal modem) or ISDN terminal adapter is connected to the serial port, etc.

There are times when high-speed communication is adversely affected if the

power management function is enabled. Confirm that is displayed by pressing to disable the power management function. After you have

Fn + F8

finished using a communications device, you can enable the power management function by pressing

Key operation and music playback.

When the power management function is running, you may feel that key or touch pad (or mouse) operations are sluggish. Furthermore, music may not be played back correctly when entering the ECO mode during playback.

Fn + F8 .

Power Management Windows 98

CAUTION

When installed in a network environment.

Be sure to disable the "System standby" settings with the [Control Panel] - [Power Management]. After resuming operation from the suspend mode, the network connection may be severed or the computer will not work properly.

When a device like a high-speed modem or ISDN terminal adapter is connected to the serial port, etc.

There are times when high-speed communication is adversely affected if the power management function is enabled.

Key operation and music playback.

When the power management function is running, you may feel that key or touch pad (or mouse) operations are sluggish. Furthermore, music may not be played back correctly when the power of the display is cut (for energy conservation purposes) during playback.

Computing On the Road

Setting the Intel(R) SpeedStep (TM) technology

You can control power consumption by setting CPU performance separately for “AC adapter connected” and “AC adapter disconnected (i.e., running on batteries).” For performance settings, select either [Battery Optimized Performance] or [Maximum Performance].

Start-up methods

Select or on the taskbar

NOTE

Other start-up methods:

Right-click on either or , and select [Adjust Properties].

Choose [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power]( [Power Management]), and select [Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology].

Windows 98

When this checkmark is on, a confirmation screen is displayed when switching from [Maximum Performance] to [Battery Optimized Performance]. (This screen appears only when a switch is made between AC adapter operation and battery operation.)

Select performance. Even if [Running on batteries] is set to [Maximum Performance], and if [Plugged in] is set to [Battery Optimized Performance], settings will return to their original performances after the computer is rebooted.

Displays settings currently in effect.

Display detailed settings ( screen in the “CAUTION” shown below)

NOTE

Windows 95

When performance switches from [Battery Optimized Performance] to [Maximum Performance], a screen appears suggesting that the computer be rebooted. Select [Yes]. The settings will become effective after the computer has been rebooted. If you select [No], the setting will not switch to [Maximum Performance]. This screen will be displayed even if the [Intel(R) SpeedStep(TM) technology] screen is not displayed.

CAUTION

Do not turn on the check mark for [Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control].

Do not delete the check mark for [Disable audio notification when performance changes].

Battery Power

Battery Status

Use the Battery Indicator to Check on the Battery Status

Battery Indicator Battery Status

Orange* Green*

Red Blinking red*

Blinking orange

Blinking orange five times after the AC adapter is connected*

Not lit

Charging Fully-charged Battery charge is low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity) Battery pack or charger may not be working properly.

Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Battery capacity being refreshed.

Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits. (The ambient temperature is outside the allowable range. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.)

Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed.

* When the AC adapter is connected.

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.

Getting a detailed reading

Fn + F9

NOTE

The actual remaining battery capacity and the displayed indication may differ.

• The battery indicator light remains red.

• The battery remaining displays 99% and the indicator light is orange for a long period of time.

Low battery warning appears after a short period of time.

This may be caused by the use of suspend mode for long periods of time. The battery is discharging while the computer is in suspend mode when the AC adapter is not connected.

Charge the battery until the indicator is green, then completely discharge the battery.

Completely discharge the battery (reaches 0%).

When the battery pack is not in the computer, is displayed.

Windows 98

There may be a discrepancy with the % value that is displayed on the task tray of Windows, but this is not a malfunction.

Battery Power

When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low

save your data and power off your computer

Following that:

Plug in the AC adapter, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adapter nor an extra battery, power the computer off.

Windows 95

If the suspend or hibernation function is set

Red indicator lights Beep sounds*1*

(at approx. 9% capacity*2)

Suspend Mode or Hibernation Mode

(at approx. 4% capacity*2)

If the suspend or hibernation function is not set

Red indicator lights Beep sounds*

(at approx. 9% capacity)

* When disabling the speakers with the Setup Utility (or pressing Fn + F4 ), the

warning beep is also disabled.

Windows 98

(at approx. 4% capacity)

(at approx. 0% capacity)

Computer

goes off

Power settings, e.g., warning* for a low battery level, can be made in [Control Panel] - [Power Management].

* When disabling the speakers with the Setup Utility (or pressing Fn + F4 ), the

warning beep is also disabled.

CAUTION

Set the value for the [Critical battery alarm] (in [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Alarms]) to 4% or more. Unless this is done, the suspend or hibernation function may not complete (e.g., saving data) when the battery level is low. Do not add a check mark next to [Display message] for [Notification] in [Control Panel] - [Settings] - [Power Management] - [Alarms] - [Alarm Actions]. The computer may be unable to resume at times. When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will:], add a check mark next to [Force standby or shutdown even if a program stops responding]. Connect the AC adapter when the computer shuts down or enters the hibernation/suspend mode by this function. If the computer starts up or resumes while the AC adapter is not connected, Windows may not operate properly or alarm operations may no longer work.

Battery Power

Panasonic Battery Monitor

It is possible to display the current battery status and the remaining battery power by running the Panasonic Battery Monitor.

Select from the taskbar

Windows 95

Battery Status AC: AC adapter connected (fully charged) AC-Charging: AC adapter connected (charging) Battery-Discharging: No AC adapter (discharging)

Remaining battery power

Estimated time until fully charged during Power On

Estimated time until fully charged during Power Off

This program will be closed after removing the check mark, then clicking [OK]

Click [Detail]

NOTE

The deviations for the estimated time can occur depending on the condition of the battery. There are cases [0] (indicating a full charge) may be shown for the [Estimated Time until fully charged] even if the remaining battery power is about 97% (e.g., when unplugging then plugging the AC adapter above 95%).

Battery voltage Battery current*

Average current* for the most recent one minute Battery capacity (fully charged) Battery temperature (degree)

Battery type Battery capacity (specified)

Battery voltage (specified)

* The charging current or the discharging

current is displayed.

Battery Power

Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity

The battery pack has a function for measuring, storing, and learning about battery capacity. Using this function properly to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged, and then fully charged again. Use the procedure presented below to fully charge the battery pack, then discharge it, then charge it again. 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 procedure described below should be repeated.

Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adapter

Remove all peripherals (except for the battery pack and AC adapter).

Once the battery indicator turns green, use the Battery Capacity re-

fresh utility to fully discharge the battery pack

1 Choose [Start]-[Shut Down]-[Restart in MS-DOS mode], and then click [OK].

2 Type the following after the MS-DOS prompt (C:\WINDOWS>).

battref /g Enter

Windows 95

3 At the confirmation message, press Y .

The battery indicator blinks orange, the battery pack will be discharged fully and the

computer will power off automatically.

CAUTION

When the above operation is performed, do not turn the computer off. Doing so will make it impossible to measure the battery capacity.

NOTE

When the Battery Capacity refresh utility starts, it will take approximately 2.5 hours until the computer powers off automatically.

Charge the battery pack until the battery indicator turns green (full

charge)

(Charging commences automatically.)

Battery Power

Replacing the Battery Pack

When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU09).

CAUTION

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. The battery pack is not charged when the computer is first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time. When the AC adapter is connected to the computer, charging begins automatically. Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU09) with your computer. Be sure the power has been turned off before proceeding.

Tab

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Do not shut down using the suspend* mode.

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

CAUTION

In the suspend mode, do not remove/change the battery pack. Removing the pack in the suspend mode will erase your data and may damage the computer.

Remove the outside cover for the battery pack

Taking out the battery pack

Pull the tab on the battery pack and remove it from the computer.

Inserting a battery pack

Firmly attach the battery pack to the connector.

CAUTION

Be sure the battery pack is properly connected to the connector.

Reattach the outside cover

CAUTION

For an improperly attached cover, your battery pack may fall out while you are carrying around your computer. Be sure the tab does not get caught when closing the cover.

CD-ROM Drive

Using a CD-ROM

Usage Precautions

Do not place items other than CDs on the tray. Do not leave the tray in the open position or touch the lens area. Should the lens become soiled by dust or dirt, the unit may not read CDs properly. Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position, doing so could damage the tray. Do not open the CD-ROM drive or move the computer while the CD-ROM drive is being accessed. Doing so could cause it to malfunction. In addition, after running an application involving access to a CD, do not open the CD-ROM drive or remove the CD until after the application has been closed. Cleaning the CD-ROM drive using a CD lens cleaner (except a liquid type cleaner) is recommended if it malfunctions. Never insert foreign objects such as paper clips into the slot in the CD-ROM pack. Do not touch the data surface (the side opposite the side with the title printed on it) as it can cause the CD to become dirty or scratched.

To avoid damaging CDs:

Do not use CDs that have become deformed (warped, not completely round, etc.). Do not allow CDs to become dirty or scratched. Do not use the CD-ROM pack in a location where there is a lot of oily smoke or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the service life of the lens. Do not place or store CDs in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust. Do not write on the surface of the CD with a ball-point pen or other writing instrument. If the CD is brought from a cold into a warm environment, moisture may form on the disc. Wipe this moisture off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the CD. Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of CDs. Cleaning the CD using a CD disc cleaner is recommended once every 2 or 3 months.

If the CD gets dirty

After wiping the CD with a moist, soft cloth, wipe it with a dry cloth. Always wipe from the center toward the edge.

CD-ROM Drive

Title-side up

Eject Button

Center Holder

Installing the CD

Turn your computer on

Press the eject button

Secure the CD on the center holder

Close the tray

Using the CD-ROM pack in the MS-DOS mode

1 Click the [Start] button then select [Shut Down]. 2 Select [Restart in MS-DOS mode] and click [OK]. 3 Open the "CONFIG.SYS" file for editing by issuing the following commands:

cd \ Enter edit config.sys Enter

4 Move the cursor to the line containing "ATAPICD.SYS" or "OAKCDROM.SYS", and

delete the characters "rem" at the beginning of the line. (Deleting "rem" causes the item to become valid.)

Windows 95 Windows 98

(If this line is missing, add it.)

DEVICEHIGH=C:\WINDOWS\COMMAND\ATAPICD.SYS /D:MSCD000 DEVICEHIGH=C:\WINDOWS\COMMAND\OAKCDROM.SYS /D:MSCD000

5 Press Alt + F , then S to save the file. Then press Alt + F , then X

to exit the Edit program.

6 Follow the same steps to edit the "AUTOEXEC.BAT" file.

edit autoexec.bat Enter

7 Move the cursor to the line containing "MSCDEX.EXE" and delete the characters

"rem" at the beginning of the line. (Deleting "rem" causes the item to become valid.) LOADHIGH C:\WINDOWS\COMMAND\MSCDEX.EXE /D:MSCD000 /L:L (If this line is missing, add it.)

8 Press Alt + F , then S to save the file. Then press Alt + F , then X

to exit the Edit program.

9 Restart the computer.

SuperDisk

Drive (Model with a SuperDisk Drive)

The SuperDisk drive can be used to access both SuperDisks and standard floppy disks. The drive letter is “A”. The SuperDisk drive is called as follows:

My Computer, Windows Explorer : 3 Security menu in the Setup Utility : Floppy Operation

It may take about 30 minutes to format the SuperDisk. Because of this, be sure to disable the power saving function. Do not leave a disk in the drive while transporting your computer. Remove a disk by pressing the eject button before your computer is OFF or enters the suspend/hibernation mode, so the head locking mechanism may engage when the computer is powered off. Do not remove a disk while accessing data. This may damage data on the disk. (While accessing the disk, the access lamp ( ) lights. Be sure that the access lamp is turned off when removing a disk.) Never insert foreign objects into the slot of the SuperDisk drive. It may cause a malfunction. Only use labels that come with disks. If dust has accumulated on the head surface, problems may occur when reading or writing data. In this case, cleaning the drive is recommended using a cleaner kit. (LS120HCL produced by Imation) When the computer is turned on or during a reboot, a sound like the rotating of a motor will be audible several times. This is not a malfunction. During the initial 10 seconds after inserting a SuperDisk or during data access, a shrill noise may be produced. This is not a malfunction. Do not place the AC adapter to the front of the SuperDisk drive. Magnetic noise

1/2

Floppy

CAUTION

Do not set [Floppy Operation] to [Disable] with the Setup Utility while a disk is in the SuperDisk drive. The disk will not be able to be removed.

PC Cards

Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be utilized. The slots allow you to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card.

Type I or II

Two cards can be used simultaneously.

Slot (Socket) 2

Slot (Socket) 1

Type III

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 (total for two slots) : 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA, 12 V: 120 mA There are times when both a Type I card and a Type II card will not work at the same time. SRAM and FLASH ROM (except for an ATA interface) cards are not supported. Do not use a CardBus type card and a non-CardBus type card at the same time. For the following cases, be sure the power has been turned off before proceeding.

• When removing a network card

• When replacing a CardBus type card with another card (including another CardBus type card)

• When inserting one more CardBus type card with one already inserted

When inserting one more CardBus type card with one already inserted, after entering the suspend or hibernation mode, the computer may not function properly.

Windows 98

If the computer freezes after resuming from the suspend or hibernation mode, try removing and then reinserting the PC card. If this does not correct the problem, reboot the computer.

Button

Installing/Removing the PC Card

Label-side up

Installing a PC Card

Gently push the PC Card all the way into the PC Card slot. Please refer to the manual for each card on how to install the card (insertion is typically label-side up).

CAUTION

When inserting a card, do not force the card in if difficulty is encountered. 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 in the suspend or hibernation mode.

Go to [Socket Status] (in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [PC Card (PCMCIA)]), select the PC Card slot and press [Stop]. (When removing a PC Card after turning off the computer, this step

is not need.)

Pull the button out and press it.

Slide the PC Card out.

RAM Module

CAUTION

Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer. Therefore, when installing or removing a RAM module, handle the module with extreme care.

Installing/Removing the RAM Module

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode.

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Cover

RAM Module Slot

RAM Module

Turn the computer over and Remove the memory cover

CAUTION

Do not touch the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or allow foreign particles to enter. Doing so has been known to cause damage, fire or electric shock.

Installing the RAM module

Slide in the module at an angle.

Snap the module into place by pushing down on it.

RAM module specifications

144 pins, SO-DIMM, 3.3 V, SDRAM, PC100 Compliant

Only a RAM card designed for PC100 can be added.

Removing the RAM module

Open the left and right hooks.

Gently remove the RAM module from the slot.

Put the cover back into place

Hooks

Port Replicator

A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB471). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.

The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector on the bottom of your computer. For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the port replicator.

NOTE

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 resolution is selected. In this case, select the resolution except 1280 x 1024.

Printer

Parallel Port

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Do not shut down using the suspend* or hibernation mode.

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Connect the printer to your computer

Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened

Setting your printer

Go to [My Computer] - [Printers]. Find your printer’s icon, double-click on it, and click [File] - [Set As Default]. If no icon is available, select [Add Printer] and then follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE

You may need to install a driver for your printer. Follow the onscreen instructions and refer to the operation manual of the printer on how to install the driver. Confirm whether or not the setting for the [Parallel Port] in the Setup

Utility is optimal. ( page 56)

External Display

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.

Connect the external display to your computer

External Display Port

NOTE

For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the external display.

Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer with the display opened

You can select either an external display, LCD or simultaneous with Fn + F3 ( except when the computer is in the Dual-Display Mode). In addition, you can set the display to use during start-up with the following procedure.

Windows 98

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Main]

2 3

Using and , select [Display] and press Enter

Using and , select the display to use and press

Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Select your external display

Set your external display for [Monitor] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Settings] - [Advanced]. When a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards is connected, select [Change] and make the monitor settings.

External Display

Using Dual-Display Mode

When an external display is connected, it is possible to use both the LCD of the computer (i.e., internal LCD) and the external display as an extended display domain with the Dual Display Mode. It is possible to drag a window from the internal LCD to the external display.

Setting Dual-Display Mode

1 2

Windows 98

In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], select [Display]

Add the check mark for [Set Dual-Display] in [Settings]

- [Advanced] - [NeoMagic]

Then press [OK].

Restart the computer

The display ask you to restart the computer, press [Yes].

Set the Screen area and Colors

This step is to set the screen area and colors for the internal LCD and external display. The internal LCD and external display are each assigned a monitor number ([1] or [2]). For the internal LCD [1] and external display [2], click on each of them to set the screen area and colors. Refer to page 42 for information on the possible values that can be set.

To confirm the monitor numbers: By clicking and holding down on the monitor icon in the Display Properties dialog box, the monitor number corresponding to the icon will be displayed.

Set the Position of the Extension Display (External Dis-

play [2])

Drag and drop the monitor icon of the external display [2]. Operations will be facilitated when the monitor number matches the actual arrangement position of the external display.

Select [OK]

NOTE

Depending on the software application, there are some applications (Panasonic Hand Writing etc.) that cannot be used in the Dual-Display Mode. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display. A window that has been maximized cannot be moved to the other display. Fn + F3 does not work when the computer is in the DualDisplay Mode.

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External Display

CAUTION

When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. (Under the condition the application is in the external display (external display [2]), or after the application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the Position of the Extension Display is changed or the Dual-Display Mode is closed.)

When there is no display after the Position of the Extension Display is changed:

The application running is being displayed at the Position of the Extension Display before the change. Return the Position of the Extension Display to the condition before the change once, move the application to the internal LCD (internal LCD [1]), and then correct the Position of the Extension Display.

When there is no display when the Dual Display Mode is disabled:

The application running is being displayed in the external display (external display [2]). Set the Dual Display Mode again, move the application from the external display (external display [2]) to the internal LCD (internal LCD [1]) and then disable the Dual Display Mode.

When the Dual Display Mode is used, set [Never] for [Plugged in] and [Running batteries] for [Turn off monitor] in [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Power Schemes]. If this setting is not made, there are cases the display will not be shown properly. To prevent images from being burned onto the external display, manually shut off the power to the external display when the display does not have to be used. When the display domain for the Dual Display Mode is changed, there are cases the wallpaper, icons and channel bar become displaced. Wallpaper: Change the setting for the wallpaper. Icons: Run the command to automatically realign the icons. (Auto Arrange) Channel bar: Select [WEB] in the Display Properties dialog box, and execute [Re

set All]. When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g., when changing the theme in [Desktop Theme] of the [Control Panel]), an error may occur when resuming from the suspend or hibernation mode. In such cases, change the mouse pointer to the standard pointer with the following procedure.

1 In [Control Panel], select [Mouse] and then select [Pointers]. 2 Select [Windows Standard] in [Scheme] and then press [OK].

When an external display not compatible with VESA DPMS is used, there are cases the display of the external display will be adversely affected when the LCD panel is closed. In such cases, turn the power of the external display OFF.

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External Display

Windows 98

Possible Screen area and Color Settings in the Dual-Display Mode

Internal LCD

640 x 480 256 Colors

640 x 480 High Color (16 bit)

640 x 480 True Color (24 bit)

800 x 600 256 Colors

800 x 600 High Color (16 bit)

800 x 600 True Color (24 bit)

1024 x 768 256 Colors

1024 x 768 High Color (16 bit)

1280 x 1024* 256 Colors

* 1024 x 768 is displayed for the LCD.

640 x 480

External Display

256 Colors

800 x 600

1024 x 768

External Display

Internal LCD

640 x 480

640 x 480 256 Colors*

640 x 480 High Color (16 bit)

640 x 480 True Color (24 bit)

800 x 600 256 Colors*

800 x 600 High Color (16 bit)

800 x 600 True Color (24 bit)

1024 x 768 256 Colors*

1024 x 768 High Color (16 bit)

1280 x 1024 256 Colors*

*1 Can be selected, but the color setting for the external display will be 256 colors.

Can be selected, but we recommend not using this mode.

High Color (16 bit)

—

—*

800 x 600

—

—*

1024 x 768

—

—*

—

—*

—

USB Devices

Installing USB Devices

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Power]

Using and , select [Power Management] and press

Enter

Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter

Using and , select [Sleep Switch] and press Enter

Using and , select [No Action] and press Enter

Using and , select [Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key] and press Enter

Windows 95

Windows 98 page 45

Using and , select [Disable] and press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Install the Windows 95 USB device drivers

1 In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\msupdate\usb\usbsupp.exe], then press [OK].

At the confirmation message, press [Yes].

2 Read the [END-USER LICENSING AGREEMENT] and press [Yes] or [No].

• Installation will start if [Yes] is pressed.

• Installation will be aborted if [No] is pressed.

3 At the display indicating the completion of installation, press [OK]. The com-

puter will automatically restart.

4 In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\msupdate\usb\usbcopy.bat], then press [OK]. 5 Click at the upper right corner to close the display. 6 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager], select

[PCI Universal Serial Bus] in [Other devices], press [Remove], then press [OK].

7 Press [Refresh] and press [Close] at the [System Properties], 8 Restart the computer,

CAUTION

After a 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 when the USB driver is

installed, disable the USB device function of the computer. ( page 12)

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USB Devices

Windows 95

NOTE

Execute the following steps if the operation of a USB device is unstable. When the steps below are implemented, however, faults such as Windows being unable to shut down exist when the USB HUB remains connected. (In such cases, remove the USB HUB.)

1 In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\msupdate\usb\usbupd2.exe], then press

[OK].

2 In [Start] - [Shut Down], select [Restart], then press [OK]. 3 In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\msupdate\usb\usbcopy.bat], then press

[OK].

4 Click at the upper right corner to close the display. 5 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager],

select [xxxx PCI to USB Universal Host Controller] in [Universal serial bus controller], press [Remove], then press [OK].

6 Press [Refresh] and press [Close] at the [System Properties], 7 Restart the computer,

USB Connector

Connect the USB device to your computer

NOTE

For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual that accompanies the USB device.

Turn on the USB device

NOTE

You may need to install drivers for your USB devices, follow the on-screen instructions and refer to the operation manual that accompanies the USB device.

Removing USB Devices

Power off the USB device

Remove the USB device

Remove the Windows 95 USB device drivers

1 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] - [Install/

Uninstall], press [USB Supplement to OSR2] , then press [Add/Remove].

2 The display will ask you to restart Windows, then select [Yes].

USB Devices

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

USB Connector

Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.

Connect the USB device to your computer

For more detailed information, refer to the operation manual of the USB device.

Windows 98

Windows 95 page 43

NOTE

CAUTION

Infrared Data Communications

Your computer is equipped with an infrared communications port enabling you to transfer data without a cable.

Preparations for Infrared Data Communications

Set the address of your infrared communications port to enable. ( below) Position your computer so that the port is face-to-face with the port of another computer.

Be sure the computers are not in direct contact with one another. A port-to-port distance of 20 cm to 50 cm {8" to 20"} is recommended.

Problems with infrared data communications

An object is located between both ports. There are other electronic devices nearby causing interference, such as a television, VCR, wireless headphone, etc. Direct sunlight or white glowing light, such as fluorescent lighting; can cause interference with communications between the ports. When moving your computer while it is transmitting/receiving data.

Setting for Infrared Data Communications

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Advanced]

Using and , select [IrDA Port] and press Enter

Using and , select [2F8/IRQ3/DMA3] and press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Setting for Infrared Data Communications

Run the Setup Utility ( page 54)

Using and , select [Advanced]

Using and , select [IrDA Port] and press Enter

Using and , select [2F8/IRQ3/DMA3] and press Enter

Press F10 , then select [Yes]

Windows 95

Windows 98

In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], select [Infrared]

Add the check mark for [Enable infrared communications]

in [Options] and then [OK]

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Infrared Data Communications

Data Communications

NOTE

Before data communications, please do the following.

Add the check mark for [Dial-Up Networking] in [Communications] with [Windows Setup] in [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]. Select [Microsoft] for [Manufacturers:] and [File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks] for [Network Services:] in [Control Panel] - [Network] [Add] - [Service]. Use Windows Explorer to set the folders for sharing on the host side.

Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [Direct Cable Connection]

Select [Host] or [Guest], then press [Next]

Select [Serial cable on COM4], then press [Next]

If [Serial cable on COM4] is not displayed, select [Install New Ports].

Press [Finish]

Infrared data communications will begin.

NOTE

To process at a transfer speed of 4 Mbps, separate application software is necessary. When you select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], and then select [Infrared], this will give you the conditions for infrared data communications. If the suspend or hibernation function stops working, disable the Infrared Port by removing the check mark for [Enable infrared communication on:] in [Control Panel] - [Infrared] - [Options]. Do not use suspend and hibernation functions during communications. Please refer to Windows help on how to use Direct Cable Connection.

Windows 95

Data Communications

NOTE

Be sure to enable the use of the Infrared Communication Port in the same way for the computer with which communications will take place. It is possible to confirm whether infrared communications is possible with another computer by selecting [Status] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Infrared].

Select [My Computer] - [Infrared Recipient] on both computers.

Press [Send File] on the computer that will send a file.

Select the file to be sent and then press [Open] to commence

the sending of the file.

It will be sent to the [My Received Files] folder of the receiving computer.

NOTE

Separate application software is necessary for processing at a transfer speed of 4 Mbps or when communicating with a computer running Windows 95 or Windows NT.

Windows 98

Modem

Connecting to a telephone line and settings

Connecting a telephone line to the internal modem

It is not possible to connect the internal modem to any of the following lines.

Internal home phones Intercoms

CAUTION

Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock.

NOTE

There are cases telephone construction (or installation) work will be necessary depending on the shape of the connector of the telephone line.

Select in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Modems]

Select [Xircom MPCI + Modem 56 WinGlobal], press [Remove] and press [Close]

Select [Xircom MPCI Modem 56G-GlobalACCESS], press [Remove] and press [Close]

Select [Dialing Properties]

Input the necessary information (items such as the phone system) and then press [Close].

Performing the "Country" setting for the modem

In [Start] - [Run], input [c:\util\drivers\modem\telsel.exe] and then press [OK]. Next, set the country the modem is to be used in.

CAUTION

There are cases the modem will not work properly when this setting is incorrect.

Be sure to make separate settings to connect to network services like the Internet or to use e-mail.

Modem

Ring Resume Function

With this function, if the phone to the line connected to the internal modem rings in the suspend mode, the power of the computer automatically switches ON. This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications like a FAX application when not at home or not in the office. 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.

Windows 98

NOTE

The computer cannot resume from the hibernation mode. The computer cannot resume if the phone to the line of a serial-port-connected modem (or a PCMCIA card modem) rings. Concerning the setting for [System standby] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Management], roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the suspend 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 internal 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. When using the internal modem Ring Resume function, do not add a check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby] in [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Advanced]. This works on Windows 98 irrespective of the [Ring Resume] setting of the Setup Utility.

LAN (Model with both an internal modem and an internal LAN port)

Using LAN

Select [Device Manager] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel]

- [System]

Select [Intel 8255x-based PCI Ethernet Adapter (10/100)] in [Net-

work Adapters], select [Properties]

Remove a check mark [Disable in this hardware profile], press

[OK] and press [Close]

Restart the computer

Windows 95 Windows 98

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.

Windows 98

NOTE

Do not use suspend and hibernation functions during communications. 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. Unable to connect to network (When the indicator of your HUB unit does not light):

1 Select [Control Panel]-[Network]. 2 Select [Intel 8255x-based PCI Ethernet Adapter (10/100)]. 3 Select [Properties]. 4 Select [Advanced]. 5 Select [Speed] from [Property], and set [Value] to the communication

speed (10 Mbps or 100 Mbps) suitable for your HUB unit.

LAN (Model with both an internal modem and an internal LAN port)

Wake up from LAN

This is a function to automatically power ON the computer from a network server. To use this function, it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN (for a Local Area Network). When using the LAN, set [Wake up from LAN] to [Enable] with the Setup Utility.

( page 56)

NOTE

Windows 95

Be sure to connect the AC adapter, and enable the supply of power. Make settings to allow the use of a Local Area Network.

Windows 98

Enabling the Wake up from LAN function:

1 In [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager],

select [Intel 8255x-based PCI Ethernet Adapter (10/100)] in [Network Adapters].

2 Select [Power Management], and add a check mark for [Allow this device

to bring the computer out of standby]. Unable the Wake up from LAN function, remove a checkmark for [Allow

this device to bring the computer out of standby]. Be sure to connect the AC adapter, and enable the supply of power. When using the Wake up from LAN function, remove the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer goes off standby] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power Management] - [Advanced]. When using the Wake up from LAN function, the password is not necessary even if the password has been set in the Setup Utility. The Wake up from LAN function will not operate under the following conditions:

- When the computer has been placed in suspend or hibernation from MSDOS mode.

- When the computer has been shut down by pressing the power switch for more than four seconds.

- When the password has been input incorrectly, and the computer has returned to suspend, hibernation, or power off status.

This works on Windows 98 irrespective of the [Wake up from LAN] setting of the Setup Utility.

Hard Disk Drive

To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support

CAUTION

To customers:

To change your hard disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. If [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility, change this to [Disable] before the change.

To technicians (at Panasonic Technical Support):

Be careful when replacing the hard disk. The hard disk is extremely sensitive to shock. In addition, static electricity could later affect some internal components.

Installing/Removing the hard disk

(For technicians at Panasonic Technical Support)

Power off your computer ( "Starting Up/Shutting Down")

Disconnect the AC adapter. Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.

Cover

Hard Disk Lock

Cover

Open the display and place a finger on the cover, and

then gently lift the cover

Removing the hard disk

Remove the cover.

Slide the keyboard a little towards the display and then carefully flip

the keyboard over so as not to disconnect the cables of the keyboard.

Unlock the hard disk lock.

Slide the hard disk a little towards the front and then carefully lift it and remove it from the connector.

Hard Disk

CAUTION

Burns may occur from high temperatures, do not touch this area.

This tab contains sharp edges, take caution so as not to cut your finger.

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Hard disk Drive

The surface with the thin plastic cover faces up

Hooks

Hole

Inserting the hard disk

Connect the hard disk to the connector. Carefully insert the hard disk so that the hooks are made to firmly fit

into the proper holes.

CAUTION

The hard disk may be damaged if its top and bottom are confused.

Lock the hard disk lock.

Return the keyboard to its proper position.

NOTE

The front edge of the keyboard needs to be properly inserted or the keyboard will not be seated correctly.

Close the cover

Close the cover until it clicks into place.

Setup Utility

Running the Setup Utility

To run the Setup Utility, you need to restart your computer.

NOTE

Press F2 while [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is displayed. The Setup Utility will not run if F2 is not pressed soon after the computer starts. In this case, you need to restart your computer. If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When entering the User Password, [Advanced] menu will not be displayed on the main screen.

To display the [Advanced] menu:

1 Restart the computer and press F2 when [Press <F2> to enter SETUP] is

displayed.

2 When [Enter Password] is displayed, enter the Supervisor Password.

For more details, on-line help is available; press F1 .

NOTE

Key Operations

Upon seeing this message

F1 :To display the corresponding “help” file.

Press <F2> to enter SETUP

press F2

Enter :To display sub-menu.

Esc :To display [Exit] menu.

:To move among the menus.

:To move among the items.

F5 F6 :To move among the values.

F9 * :To set default settings. F10 :To save the settings and exit.

* When starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password, this key is not available.

Closing the Setup Utility page 59

Setup Utility

Main Menu

BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] System Memory: xxxxxKB* Primary Master: xxxxxMB Secondary Master: CD-ROM Secondary Slave: None Numlock: [On] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor]

* This display shows the memory size to be about 380 KB smaller than the actual memory size.

Parameters

Numlock

Touch Pad

Speaker

Display

( : Default)

Off

Disable

Enable

Disable

Enable

External Monitor

Internal LCD

Simultaneous

Setup Utility

Advanced Menu

Serial Port : [3F8/IRQ4] IrDA Port: [2F8/IRQ3/DMA3] Parallel Port: [378/IRQ7] Mode: [Bi-directional] Sound Controller: [Enable] Internal Modem: [Enable] (Internal Modem/LAN: [Enable])*

(Ring Resume: [Disable])

(Wake up from LAN: [Disable])*

* Model with both an internal modem and an internal LAN port

Parameters

Serial Port

IrDA Port

Parallel Port

Mode*

DMA*1*

Sound Controller

Internal Modem*

Internal Modem/LAN*

Ring Resume*

Wake up from LAN*

( : Default)

Disable

3F8/IRQ4

Disable

2F8/IRQ3/DMA3

Disable

378/IRQ7

3BC/IRQ5*

Uni-directional

Bi-directional

ECP

EPP*

DMA0

DMA1

Disable

Enable

Disable

Enable

Disable

Enable

Disable

Enable

*1 Setting impossible when the [Parallel Port] has been set [Disable].

Setting impossible when the [Mode] has been set [Uni-directional], [Bi-directional] or [EPP].

Setting impossible when the [Mode] has been set [EPP].

Setting impossible when the [Parallel Port] has been set [3BC/IRQ5].

Model only with an internal modem

Model with both an internal modem and an internal LAN port

Setting impossible when the [Internal Modem] or [Internal Modem/LAN] has been set [Disable].

Setup Utility

Security Menu

Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable]

Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection]

Set User Password: [Enter] Coffee Break Password: [Disable] Processor Serial Number: [Disable]

CAUTION

If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password;

The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set and [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection]. The Coffee Break Password can only be set when the User Password has been set. [Coffee Break Password] can not be selected when [User Password Protection] has been set to [Protected].

Parameters

( : Default)

Boot Up Drive

Floppy Operation*

Set Supervisor Password

Hard Disk Lock*

User Password Protection*

Set User Password*

Coffee Break Password*

Processor Serial Number*

A:/C:

CDD/A:/C:

Disable*

Enable

To the sub-menu

Disable

Enable

No Protection

Protected

To the sub-menu

Disable

Alt + Ctrl +F9

Alt + Ctrl +F10

Alt + Ctrl +F11

Alt + Ctrl +F12

Disable

Enable

*1This function also works for the internal SuperDisk drive.

Setting impossible when the Supervisor Password is not set.

Setting impossible when the User Password is not set.

Windows 98

When [Enable] is set for [Processor Serial Number], it is necessary to shut down the computer once.

Setting impossible when the [Boot Up Drive] has been set [A:/C:].

Do not use the Coffee Break Password.

Setup Utility

Power Menu

When Windows 98 is starting up, the individual timeout functions of the Setup Utility will not work.

Power Management: [Enable (Always)]

HDD Motor Timeout: 1 min ECO Mode Timeout: 2 min

Sleep Switch: [Hibernation]

Hibernation Timeout: * [4 min]

Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key [Enable]

CD-ROM Drive Speed: [High]

* The [Suspend Timeout] item will be displayed when [Sleep Switch] is set to [Suspend].

Both [Hibernation Timeout] and [Suspend Timeout] may not be displayed when [Sleep Switch] is set to [No Action].

Parameters

Power Management*

( : Default)

Disable

Enable (Battery)

Enable (Always)

HDD Motor Timeout*

ECO Mode Timeout*

Sleep Switch*

Automatically set through setting of Power Management Mode (1 min / Never)

Automatically set through setting of Power Management Mode (2 min / Never)

No Action

Suspend*

Hibernation

Hibernation Timeout*1*

Suspend*2 Timeout*1*

Never*

4 min

16 min

Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key*

Disable

Enable

CD-ROM Drive Speed

High

Low

*1Does not operate for Windows 98.

With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Set automatically when [Sleep Switch] is set to [No Action].

This item is set to [Never] at the time of purchase.

Power Management Modes

Power Management Functions automatically set

HDD Motor Timeout

ECO Mode Timeout

Power Conservation

(AC Adapter Connected)

Windows 95

Enable (Battery)

1 min 1 min Never

2 min 2 min Never

Enable Disable Disable

Enable (Always)

(Setting at the time of purchase)

Disable

Setup Utility

Exit Menu

Save Values & Exit

Exit Without Saving Changes

Get Default Values

Load Previous Values

Save Current Values

NOTE

If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password must be entered before Windows can start.

Parameters

Save Values & Exit

Exit Without Saving Changes

Get Default Values*

Load Previous Values

Save Current Values

* This item may not be displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password.

Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS.

Set the default settings.

Load previous values from CMOS for all Setup items.

Save your changes to CMOS.

Technical Information

Network / Communication Software

The network connection may be severed under the condition the power of the display is OFF (for energy conservation purposes) and suspend* (hibernation) mode. When network or communication software is to be used, set [System standby], [Turn off monitor] and [Turn off hard disks](in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] [Power Management]) to [Never].

When the power saving function is running, communications software may malfunction. For example, communications may be halted if the suspend* (hibernation) mode is activated. The computer must be restarted if one of these modes is entered during data communications. Be sure that the power of the display is cut (for energy conservation purposes) or the computer enters suspend (hibernation) mode after the communications software is closed.

* With Windows 98, the "Suspend" is called "Standby".

Hard Disk

Internet Explorer

When application software or an operating system (OS) incompatible with FAT32 is to be used, it is necessary to change FAT32 to FAT16 by using the FDISK command after saving all necessary files. However, we cannot recommend this when the user is unfamiliar with the OS.

NOTE

The FAT16 file system can only be set up to 2GB for one partition.

Windows 95

Internet Explorer 4.01 places a tremendous load on the system in order to execute the wide variety of functions that it provides. As a result, some unexpected faults may occur. If any of these faults occurs, try using the software with some Internet Explorer 4.01 functions turned off. (See Internet Explorer Help for more details.)

It takes a long time to reboot or the computer locks up.

Delete the check mark for [Internet Explorer Channel Bar] in [Control Panel] [Display] - [Web], then press [OK].

A system module error occurs.

Set [ (None)] for [Wallpaper] in [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Background].

Performing the above steps does not solve the problem.

Uninstall Internet Explorer 4.01 with the following step. After Internet Explorer is uninstalled, reinstallation is necessary to use Internet Ex-

plorer again.( "Reinstalling Software")

Select [Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/ Remove Programs] - [Install/Uninstall] and press [Add/Remove]. Follow the on-screen instructions.

If a window with the message [Version Conflict] appears during the installation process (network card and application installation), select [Yes].

Proper operation may not be possible if [NO] is selected.

DMI Viewer

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

Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic].

The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

Click to close the DMI Viewer

Saving information to a file

Displayed information can be saved to a text file (.txt). Run the DMI Viewer and display the information you wish to save.

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.

Input the file name (and select the folder), then press [Save]

List of Error Codes

The following is a list of the messages that BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display information about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way it has been configured. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems. If your system displays one of except the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.

0200 Failure Fixed Disk

Fixed disk in not working or not configured properly. Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly. Run Setup. Find out if the fixed-disk type is correctly identified.

0210 Stuck key

Stuck key on keyboard.

0211 Keyboard error

Keyboard not working.

0212 Keyboard Controller Failed

Keyboard controller failed test. May require replacing keyboard controller.

0213 Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch

Unlock the system to proceed.

0230 Shadow RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected.

0231 System RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

System RAM failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected.

0232 Extended RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

Extended memory not working or not configured properly at offset nnnn.

0250 System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP

The CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead. Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system.

*0251 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used

System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default SETUP Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter

your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact Panasonic Technical Support.

0260 System timer error

The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.

0270 Real time clock error

Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair.

*0280 Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used

Previous POST did not complete successfully. POST loads default values and offers to run Setup. If the failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail. On systems with control of wait states, improper Setup settings can also terminate POST and cause this error on the next boot. Run Setup and verify

that the wait-state configuration is correct. This error is cleared the next time the system is booted.

0281 Memory Size found by POST differed from CMOS

Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS.

02B0 Diskette drive A error 02B1 Diskette drive B error

Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper

diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is attached correctly.

02B2 Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP

Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.

02B3 Incorrect Drive B type - run SETUP

Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.

02D0 System cache error - Cache disabled

Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

02F0: CPU ID:

CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error.

02F4: EISA CMOS not writable

ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS.

List of Error Codes

02F5: DMA Test Failed

ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers.

02F6: Software NMI Failed

ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt).

02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed

ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

device address Conflict

Address conflict for specified device.

Allocation Error for: device

Run ISA or EISA Configuration Utility to resolve resource conflict for the specified device.

CD ROM Drive

CD ROM Drive identified.

Entering SETUP ...

Starting Setup Utility.

Failing Bits : nnnn

The hex number nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed bit. See error 230,231 or 232 for offset address of the failure in System, Extended or Shadow memory.

Fixed Disk n

Fixed disk n (0-3) identified.

Invalid System Configuration Data

Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.

I/O device IRQ conflict

I/O device IRQ conflict error.

PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen:

PS/2 Mouse installed.

nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.

nnnn Cache SRAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kilobytes successfully tested.

nnnn kB Shadow RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.

nnnn kB System RAM Passed

Where nnnn is the amount of system RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.

Operating System not found

Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C:. Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.

Parity Check 1 nnnn

Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. Parity is a method for checking errors in binary data. A parity error indicates that

some data has been corrupted.

Parity Check 2 nnnn

Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate

the address, it displays ????.

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup, <F3> for previous

Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press <F1> to start the boot process or <F2> to enter a Setup and change the settings. Press <F3> to display the previous screen (usually an initialization error of an Option ROM, I.e.,

an add-on card). Write down and follow the information shown on the screen.

Press <F2> to enter Setup

Optional message displayed during POST. Can be turned off in Setup.

PS/2 Mouse:

PS/2 mouse identified.

System BIOS shadowed

System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.

UMB upper limit segment address : nnnn

Displays the address nnnn of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS which can be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.

Video BIOS shadowed

Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM.

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Starting Up

The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit

or is displayed

[POST Startup Error(s)] is displayed

Windows startup, or an operation is extremely slow

The date and time are incorrect

Others

Check the cable connection for the AC adapter. Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again.

Input your password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

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Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 54). This will restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values (except the password settings). Then, the Setup Utility

must be run once 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.)

You can set the date and time through [Date/Time] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel].

When the computer is connected to a Local Area Network (LAN), confirm the

date and time of the server.

If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock

may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year

2100 A.D.

Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 54). This will restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values (except the password settings).

Try removing all peripheral devices. In the MS-DOS mode, run SCANDISK to check the hard disk.

Windows 95

At start-up, press F8 to operate the computer in the Safe mode.

Windows 98

At start-up, press Ctrl to operate the computer in the Safe mode.

Battery Indicator

The red indicator lights. Repeated beeping sound while the computer is in use.

The red indicator blinks

After the AC adapter is connected, the orange indicator blinks five times

The battery level is low. Save your data and power off your computer. After connecting the AC adapter or replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.

The battery pack or recharging function may be defective. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Unable to charge because of an improper temperature range. ( "Precau-

tions")

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

Display

No display after powering on

The power has not been turned off, but after a certain period of time, there is no display

The resolution of the display cannot be changed

At the time of purchase, the display setting is preset for an external display. If you connect an external display, the screen is displayed on the external display. When there is no display to an external display,

• Check your cable connection to the external display.

• Confirm your display is powered on.

• Check the settings for your external display. Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 ( except when the computer is in the Dual-Display Mode). When displaying only through an external display, if the computer is shut down by using the suspend or hibernation function, there will be no display on the LCD unless the external display is connected when operations are resumed. In this case, connect the external 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. To save power, your computer may have automatically entered the suspend* (or hibernation) mode.

Windows 95

The Coffee Break Password may have been set. In such cases, perform the following steps.

1 Press any key (like Ctrl ). 2 If the display remains dark, enter the Coffee Break Password and press Enter . 3 If the display continues to remain dark, press Enter again.

Set [None] for [Wallpaper] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Background], and then press [OK]. Then, once again try changing the resolution. After the change, be sure to restart the computer.

Windows 98

An afterimage appears (i.e., green, red, and blue dots remain on the display) or there are dots not displaying the correct colors.

The motion of the mouse cursor is not smooth

The cursor does not move in scrolling area of the touch pad

During simultaneous display, the screen of the external display becomes disordered

Character Input

Unable to input anything but numerals

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 displays (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.

Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Mouse] - [Motion] and add the check mark for [Show trails].

When the Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM 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.

Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 ( except when the computer is in the Dual-Display Mode).

If NumLk and Key Pad are on, the Numeric Key Pad is ON. To switch it OFF, press Fn + Key Pad .

Windows 98

Only capital letters are being input

How to input European characters (ß, à, ç) or symbols is unclear

If CapsLock is on, the Caps Lock function is ON. To switch it OFF, press Caps Lock .

Windows 95 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [Character Map]. The Character Map will be displayed. Point to the desired font name and select it. Windows 98 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [System Tools] - [Character Map]. The Character Map will be displayed. Point to the desired font name and select it.

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

Disk Operations

Cannot read/write to a floppy disk

Unable to write to a floppy disk

How to format a floppy

disk is unclear

Unable to read/write to the hard disk

When the previous item is not the cause

Trouble has occurred with the CD

When the previous item is not the cause

The access lamp ( ) does not light

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]?

( page 54)

Your floppy disk content may be corrupted.

Is the floppy disk write-protected?

Select [Format] in [My Computer] - [3 1/2 Floppy (A:)] - [File]. After confirming the disk volume and format type, start formatting.

Your drive or file may not have been properly set. Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Try testing another drive or media.

You may need to clean the lens or CD.

Try testing another driver or media.

Is the CD loaded on the tray correctly?

Cannot play CD or read data from it

Cannot eject CD

A blue background appears on the screen with the MPEG image

The CD-ROM drive vibrates a lot

Is the CD bent, scratched, or dirty?

Is the computer powered on?

To remove a CD when the computer is powered off, insert a sharp object such as

the bent-out tip of a paper clip into the emergency hole. Pushing it completely to the

end will free the tray so that it can be pulled out.

Emergency Hole

Did you open the CD-ROM drive or remove the MPEG CD while it was operating? Re-insert the MPEG CD and close the CD-ROM drive. Press Enter .

Is the CD bent labeled?

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

Setup Utility

[Enter Password] is displayed

[Advanced] menu can not be registered

All or some items in [Security] menu can not be registered

F9 does not work

[Coffee Break Password] cannot be selected

[Hard Disk Lock] is not displayed

Application Software

Computer hangs

Enter the User Password or Supervisor Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

You need to set the User Password.

The internal battery maintaining the clock may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to reboot the computer. After shutting down by pressing the sleep switch for more than four seconds, slide the power switch to power on and open the application again. If the program no longer operates normally, go to [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] to delete the program. Then reinstall the program.

Network

Unable to connect to a network

Sound

The sound is not heard

Unusual Sound

The computer produces a strange sound

Timeout Function

Try changing the mute by pressing Fn + F4 . Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Speaker] to [Disable]?( page 55)

If the computer enters the condition the power of the display is OFF (for energy conservation purposes) or the LCD is closed while the computer is making a sound, the computer may produce a strange sound, but this does not indicate a problem.

If the computer has not been used for a long period of time, it may produce an

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

Windows 98

The timeout functions do not work

If the Panasonic Battery Monitor is being displayed, close it.

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)

Connecting Peripherals

Your peripheral does not work (An error occurs while installing the driver)

Unable to print

The cursor does not move from mouse operations

The device connected to the serial port does not work

Windows 95

You need to use drivers conforming to Windows 95 Version 4.00.950B (OSR-2.1).

Some earlier drivers will no longer work.

Windows 98

You need to use drivers conforming to Windows 98 Version 4.10.2222A. Some

earlier drivers will no longer work.

For more information, please ask the manufacturer of the driver in question.

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, [378/IRQ7] or [3BC/IRQ5]?

The Coffee Break Password may be set; check if is displayed. If this is the case, input the Coffee Break Password. Check your mouse connection, then reboot the computer from the keyboard. From the keyboard, you may choose to press down on , then select [Shut Down].

Check the connection. Confirm that the device driver for the serial port works. Please refer to the reference manual of the device. Confirm that two mouse devices are not connected, one through the external keyboard/mouse port and the other through the serial port. Try setting [Touch Pad] to disable in the Setup Utility. Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Serial Port] to [3F8/IRQ4]?

External mouse or trackball connected to the external keyboard/ mouse port does not work

A PC Card does not work

You do not know the available RAM module

The RAM module has not been recognized

The address map for IRQ, I/O port address, etc. is unclear

A USB device does not work

Try setting [Touch Pad] to disable in the Setup Utility. In some circumstances, if a PS/2 external mouse with a serial interface conversion function is connected to the port, it may not operate normally. Try connecting it to the serial port. If a switch is made to the Hand Written mode in Panasonic Hand Writing, any external mouse or trackball connecting to the external keyboard/mouse port will not operate. Reconnect the device after quitting the Hand Written mode. If the device still does not work, try restarting the computer.

Make sure the card is properly inserted. Confirm that the card conforms to the PC Card Standard. Note that after a driver is installed, the computer must be rebooted. Check that the proper port settings have been made. Read the PC Card’s manual. Or, you may need to call the manufacturer of the PC Card.

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Make sure the RAM module has been properly inserted. Use the RAM module that supports the recommended specifications.

Check the address map by going to [View Resources] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control

Panel] - [System] - [Device Manager] - [Computer] - [Properties].

Make sure a driver is installed. Contact the manufacturer of the product.

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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.

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Panasonic CF47M4CKAEM Reference Manual Windows 9X

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Read Me First

Key Combinations

LED Indicators

Touch Pad (Advanced)

Panasonic Hand Writing (Touch Pad)

Suspend/Hibernation Functions

Security Measures

Computing On the Road

Battery Power

CD-ROM Drive

PC Cards

RAM Module

Port Replicator

Printer

External Display

Infrared Data Communications

Modem

LAN (Model with both an internal modem and an internal LAN port)

Hard Disk Drive

Setup Utility

Technical Information

DMI Viewer

List of Error Codes

Dealing With Problems (Advanced)