Panasonic CF-53ASUZX1M User Manual

Personal Computer
Model No. CF-53 Series
Model No. CF-52 Series
Reference Manual

<CF-53 Series>

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<CF-52 Series>

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Descriptions



For common procedures and screens for Windows 7 and Windows XP, this Reference Manual
uses the procedures and screens of Windows 7.



Some menus may differ for Windows XP.



Windows XP does not require clicking operation to of the notification area.

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Disclaimer

Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Panasonic
Corporation assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors,
omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.



Trademarks



Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other countries.

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Intel, Core, and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel
Corporation.

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SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

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Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

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Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to
Panasonic Corporation.

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HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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InterVideo, WinDVD™, the InterVideo logo, Ulead and the Corel logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Corel Corporation and/or its subsidiaries in Canada, the United
States and/or other countries.

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Sonic ,Roxio and Roxio Creator are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sonic in the
United States and/or other countries.

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Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective own companies.

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Introduction

This manual explains using the Windows 7 or Windows XP default setting.
In these instructions, the names are referred as follows.

«Enter»
This means to press the Enter key.

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"Genuine Windows
64-bit Service Pack 1" as "Windows" or "Windows 7"

"Genuine Microsoft

®

7 Professional 32-bit Service Pack 1" and "Genuine Windows® 7 Professional

®

Windows® XP Professional" as "Windows" or "Windows XP"

Windows Update

You can update to the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus.

*1

1. Click (Start)

Do not apply "Driver Updates" even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is
required, contact your technical support office.

*1: Windows XP: [start]

- [All Programs] - [Windows Update].

Regarding Windows 7

Sound and Video



Sound (e.g. MP3, WMA) and video (e.g. MPG, WMV) recorded in PC Cards and SD
Memory Cards may be interrupted during playback. If this happens, copy them to the
hard disk drive and play back.



Depending on the processing status on Windows, sound may be interrupted at
Windows startup. You can mute the sound at startup.

1. Right-click the desktop and click [Personalize] - [Sounds].

2. Remove the check mark from [Play Windows Startup sound], and click [OK].

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When high-frequency sound occurs

If high-frequency sound occurs around keyboard while using the computer, check the settings for
the USB power saving function.

A standard user needs to enter an administrator password and click [OK].



Set [USB selective suspend setting] to [Enabled].

1. Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [System and Security] - [Power Options].

2. Click [Change plan settings] of the current power plan.

3. In [Change settings for the plan], click [Change advanced power settings].

4. In [Advanced settings], double-click [USB settings].

5. Double-click the displayed [USB selective suspend setting].

6. Change settings of [On battery] and [Plugged in] to [Enabled].

7. Click [OK] and exit the [Advanced settings] screen.

Useful functions of the Touch Pad <Only for CF-53 Series>

In addition to clicking and dragging, you can use the following functions with the Touch Pad.



Vertical scroll

Trace the Touch Pad vertically with two fingers.
Or place one finger on the right side of the Touch Pad and slide finger in the desired direction
of scrolling and begin making a circular motion.



Horizontal scroll

Trace the Touch Pad horizontally with two fingers.
Or place one finger on the lower edge of the Touch Pad and slide finger in the desired
direction of scrolling and begin making a circular motion.



Sliding pictures

Trace the Touch Pad horizontally with three fingers.



Picture rotation

Trace the Touch Pad like writing a circle with two fingers.

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Picture zoom-out/zoom-in

Place two fingers slightly separated on the Touch Pad. Slide both fingers, using a straight
continuous motion, closer together to zoom-out. Slide both fingers farther apart to zoom-in.

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Page 1 of 5Key Combinations

Key Combinations

NOTE

- Do not repeatedly press the keys in quick succession.

- Do not use the key combinations together with touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen
(only for model with touchscreen) or other key operations.

- Do not use the key combinations before you log on to Windows. Wait until the drive
indicator turns off. On the Setup Utility screen, you can use the key combinations of

«Fn» + «F1», «Fn» + «F2» and «Fn» + «F3». By using the key combinations of «Fn»
+ «F3», the display is switched between the internal LCD, simultaneous display

external display.

- The key combinations may not work with some applications.

*1

and the

- The pop-up icon appears after logging on to Windows. It may not appear in some
application conditions.

*1 : Only for CF-52 Series

Key Function Pop-up icon

«Fn»
+ «F1»

LCD brightness

*2

(«Fn» + «F1» = down / «Fn» + «F2» = up)
«Fn»
+ «F2»

«Fn»
+ «F3»

*2

Display mode switching

( Switching the display mode)

When an external display (a projector etc.) is connected, you can

change the display mode.

1. Press «Fn» + «F3».

2. Click the display mode. (Disconnect
Projector/Duplicate/Extend/Projector only)

The change you made may not be effective until «Enter» is
pressed.
You can also change the display mode by pressing « »+ «P».

<CF-53 Series>
LCD → LCD + HDMI display (port replicator side)

*3

display (port replicator side)

→ LCD + HDMI display (computer

*3

→ HDMI

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side) → HDMI display (computer side) → LCD + analog display →
analog display → HDMI display (computer side) + analog display
→ LCD

<CF-52 Series>
Internal LCD → Simultaneous display → External display →
Internal LCD

NOTE

<Only for CF-52 Series>

- When an external display is connected to an optional
port replicator (CF-VEB522), the display switching may
work differently from the above. For further information,
refer to the instruction manual of the port replicator.

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«Fn»
+ «F4»

CAUTION

- Do not press any keys until the display has finished
switching.

- Do not use this function:



When playing motion video such as DVD or MPEG.



When an external display is not connected.



When showing a game screen such as pinball.



When using the Extended Desktop.

Speaker on/off

*2

NOTE

- Beeps do not sound if you turn off the speaker sound*4.

:OFF(MUTE)

«Fn»
+ «F5»

Volume

*2

(«Fn» + «F5» = down / «Fn» + «F6» = up)

:ON

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«Fn»
+ «F6»

«Fn»
+ «F7»

«Fn»
+ «F8»

*2

NOTE

- When fine-tuning the sound volume, press and hold «Fn»,
and press «F5» or «F6» intermittently.

- This does not work on beeps or speakers connected to the
USB port.

Activate sleep

*5

( Entering/Resuming from Sleep or Hibernation)

Concealed Mode on/off

You can select on/off of LCD Backlight, LED, Sound

*4

, Wireless

Radio, Backlit Keyboard and Fan.

NOTE

- You have to set [Concealed Mode] to [Enabled] in Setup
Utility.

«Fn»
+ «F9»

«Fn»
+ «F10»

- You can set the devices turned off in [Concealed Mode]
with Setup Utility.

- If you press «Fn» + «F8» in succession, the Concealed
Mode may not be switched. More than 4 minutes interval is
necessary to switch on/off.

Remaining battery charge

(When the battery pack is inserted in the computer)

( Checking the

Remaining Battery
Charge)

Activate hibernation
( Entering/Resuming from Sleep or Hibernation)

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*2 : These key combinations are disabled when [Concealed Mode] is enabled.
*3 : Only when a port replicator having an HDMI port is connected.
*4 : Even if [Sound] is set to [OFF] on the [Concealed Mode Configuration] menu, or icon on

the notification area and [Volume] in [Sound-MAX] display do not show mute state.
However, audio from the speaker is not heard.

*5 : Windows XP: standby

Hotkey Settings

You can make 2 settings:



Fn key lock

When you press «Fn», the key is locked (pressed-down) until you press another key. Use this
when pressing difficult key combinations.



Pop-up icon on/off

1. Start up the Hotkey Settings.

Click (Start)

*6

- [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].

2. Make the settings.

[Use Fn key lock]



When using an «Fn» key combination

1. Press «Fn» once. (Locked)

2. Press another key. (Lock released)



When using successive «Fn» key combinations

1. Press «Fn» twice. (Locked)

2. Press another key.
Fn key remains locked until you press «Fn» again.

[Notification]

*7

[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]
[Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status when on the notification area is

clicked.



: «Fn» is locked.



: «Fn» is not locked.

[Disable popup]

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The pop-up icon will not be displayed.

[Display status bar while Fn Key is held down]

[Status bar position]: Select [TOP] or [Bottom].

3. Click [OK].

*8

NOTE

- You can have different settings for each user.

*6 : Windows XP: [start]
*7 : If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do
not sound.
*8 : Windows XP: [Display status bar while pressing Fn Key]

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Touchscreen

<Only for model with touchscreen>

You can use the touchscreen function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse.
Touch the screen surface with your finger or the stylus (included).

For further information, click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Pen and
Touch] - [Flicks] - [Practice using flicks].



To right-click

1. Touch and hold with the stylus, or touch and select the right button of "touch pointer".

1. Click on the notification area.
changes to .

2. Click the object you want to right-click.
returns to .

NOTE

- The touchscreen function does not work in the Setup Utility.

- You need to make the following setting for each user.

1. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Panel
Configuration].

2. Select the settings, and then click [OK].



Do not add a check mark to [Delete Cursor] since the display may be distorted.

- If you add a check mark for [Use] in [Hold [Ctrl] key down + Touch the screen] of [Touch
Panel Configuration], touching the screen may always be recognized as a right-click. To
return to the normal operation, press «Ctrl» on the keyboard.

- The touchscreen function does not work in the Setup Utility, in the full screen of
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Operation of the touchscreen

Operate the touchscreen with your finger or with an approved stylus

When using the touchscreen function, use only your finger or an approved stylus on the surface.
Operating the touchscreen with an object other than your fingertip or the stylus (a fingernail or
metal object, or other hard or sharp objects that may leave a mark) may scar or stain the surface,
causing the touchscreen to malfunction.

Do not apply too much pressure when operating the touchscreen

Only a light touch is required to operate the touchscreen. Applying too much pressure may
damage the surface.

Maintaining the performance of the touchscreen

When the touchscreen becomes dirty, wipe it with an approved soft cloth

The touchscreen is specially treated to prevent dirt from adhering to the surface, so dirt can be
removed easily using a dry cloth (use only the approved soft cloth). If the dirt does not come off
easily, breathe on the surface and try again.
Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth.

Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface

To improve the outdoor visibility of the display, a low reflection coating has been added. In order to
avoid scratches and peeling of this coating, an approved soft cloth has been included to wipe the
LCD surface of the computer. Before using the computer, be sure to read the instructions provided
below.



Be sure to wipe the LCD display to remove fingerprints, etc., with the soft cloth.



Do not wipe areas other than the LCD display with the soft cloth.

<How to use the soft cloth>



Use the soft cloth when it is dry. Do not apply water or solvents to the soft cloth.



First, lightly wipe foreign particles and dust adhering to the LCD display on one side of the soft
cloth. Do not use force, since the LCD surface may be damaged with the foreign particles or
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Next, wipe off fingerprint, etc., with the other side of the soft cloth.
After wiping off foreign particles and dust, wash the soft cloth (refer to the following) to remove
the foreign particles and dust from the soft cloth.



When the soft cloth becomes dirty, wash it with neutral detergent. Do not use bleach or a fabric
conditioner (softener), or carry out sterilization by boiling.



If the LCD gets wet, wipe the surface lightly with the soft cloth.



While wiping the LCD display, the computer must be turned off.

Clean the touchscreen while the computer is powered off

Cleaning the screen while the power is on may cause the computer to malfunction. Also, dirt on
the touchscreen is easier to see when the computer is powered off, and so is easier to clean.

Wash the soft cloth when it becomes dirty

When the soft cloth becomes dirty, wash it with mild detergent. Do not use bleach or fabric
conditioner (softener), or try to sterilize the cloth by boiling.
If the soft cloth is dirty, it may be ineffective in cleaning the touchscreen, and in fact may cause dirt
to adhere to the touchscreen.

Check the following to prevent the surface of the touchscreen from being
scratched



Are you using your finger or a stylus to operate the touchscreen?



Is the surface clean?



Is the soft cloth clean?



Are you using the stylus with the tip extended?



Is the tip of the stylus clean?



Is your finger clean?

Things to keep in mind when using the touchscreen

Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area

The touchscreen input area is defined by the LCD display screen. Touching the screen outside of
the display area may result malfunctions or damage to the touchscreen.

Do not apply excessive force to the touchscreen

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place any objects on the LCD screen. Any of the above may cause the touchscreen glass to
break, or may damage the LCD screen.

Operation response may be slower in low temperature environments

The touchscreen may respond to operations more slowly when using the computer in
temperatures less than 5 ºC, but this is not a malfunction. Response time will return to normal
when the computer is returned to room temperature.

If the cursor jumps to a location other than where the screen was touched, or if
the LCD resolution changes, recalibrate the touchscreen

Perform the procedure of "Touchscreen Calibration" (below).

Touchscreen Calibration

A standard user needs to perform the calibration as an administrator before performing the
calibration for each user.

Calibration by an administrator

NOTE

- At first, log on to Windows as an administrator, and perform this calibration.

1. Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2. Click [Calibrate].

3. Using the stylus, touch each of the "+" target marks one by one

Calibration by an standard user

NOTE

- Perform the following calibration for each user.

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1. Run [Tablet PC Settings].

Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Tablet PC Settings].

2. Click [Calibrate].

3. Using the stylus, touch each of the "+" target marks one by one, and then click [OK].



Perform the calibration for the orientation to be used.

1. Run [Touch Screen Calibration Utility].

Click [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Calibration

Utility].

2. Using the stylus, touch each of the "+" target marks one by one, and then press
«Enter».

3. Press «Enter».

NOTE

- Perform the touchscreen calibration for each user.

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Hand Writing Utility

y

You can make a bitmap file (.bmp) of a simple character and a figure such as signature by
handwriting on the touch pad and the touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen).

CAUTION

- Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Hand Writing Utility is active.

- If you install other pointing devices (e.g., commercially available mouse driver) and
overwrite the touch pad driver, Hand Writing Utility will not work.

NOTE

Page 1 of 2Hand Writing Utilit

- The display of Hand Writing Utility may be distorted if the number of display colors is
changed. Click on the notification area and right-click , then click [Exit Hand

Writing Utility], and then restart Hand Writing Utility.

- Hand Writing Utility may not work properly if another application software is active. In this
case, close the application software and try handwriting again.

Installing the utility

1. Log on to Windows as an administrator.

2.

Click (Start), input "c:\util\writing\setup.exe" in [Search programs and files], and
press «Enter».

Click [start] - [Run] and input "c:\util\writhing\setup.exe", and click [OK].

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Utility.

Starting Hand Writing Utility

1. Click on the notification area, and double-click .

*1

Alternatively you can click (Start)

- [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hand Writing Utility].

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NOTE

- Select the image size before handwriting by clicking [Option] - [Window size]. If you
change the size after handwriting, the image quality will become lower.

- You can copy the bitmap image by clicking [Edit] - [Copy], and paste it in another
application software that supports bitmap format.

- The touch pad mode may not work properly when using the extended desktop.

- The touch pad mode may not work properly when the display is rotated 90 or 270 degree.

- The touch pad mode may be canceled in the following cases.



Switching to another application



Resuming from sleep*2 or hibernation



Pressing «Alt»



Touching the touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen)

- An external mouse or trackball connected via the keyboard/mouse port of port replicator
(optional) or the car mounter (optional) will not work during handwriting in the touch pad
mode.

*1 : Windows XP: [start]
*2 : Windows XP: standby

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Page 1 of 7Sleep and Hibernation Functions

Sleep and Hibernation Functions

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

The sleep*1 or hibernation functions allow you to shut off the computer without closing programs
and documents. You can quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on

before sleep

*1

or hibernation.

Function Data is

saved to

*1

Sleep

Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Not required. (However power is slightly consumed to

*1 : Windows XP: standby

Memory Short Required. (If power is not supplied, all data will be

Recovery
time

Power supply

lost.)

keep the hibernation.)

Setting Sleep or Hibernation

Sleep

1. Click or on the notification area, and click [More power options].

2. Click [Change plan settings] of the power plan you want to change.

3. Select the setting for [Put the computer to sleep], and then click [Save changes].



The setting for hibernation may change unexpectedly when you change the setting for
sleep. Confirm that the time to enter hibernation is 1,080 minutes (default setting) or longer
(below).

Hibernation

1. After the step 2 of "Sleep" setting (above), click [Change advanced power settings].

2. Double-click [Sleep], and double-click [Hibernate after].

3. Click the item and select the setting.

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4. Click [OK].

Standby / Hibernation

1. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] -

[Advanced].

2. Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] /

[When I press the power button on my computer], and then click [OK].

NOTE

- You do not need to make the setting if you use the Windows menu to enter standby or
hibernation.

Precautions



Connect the AC adaptor if the computer will be in sleep*2 for a long period of time. If
you cannot use the AC adaptor, use hibernation instead.



Using sleep*2 or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To
stabilize computer operation, restart Windows regularly (about once a week) without

*2

using sleep



Save the necessary data.



Close files you have opened from removable disks and network drives.



Do not enter sleep*2 or hibernation in the conditions below, otherwise the data or file

or hibernation.

may be corrupted, sleep
the computer or the peripheral devices.



When any of the drive indicator or the SD Memory Card indicator is on.



When playing/recording audio files or displaying motion video such as MPEG files.



When playing a DVD-Video.



When writing to a disc.



When using communication software or network functions.



When using peripheral devices.
(If peripheral devices fail to work normally, restart the computer.)

*2

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

When an external mouse is connected to the serial port.



The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. To enable it,
select [Enabled] in [Password On Resume] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility.

CAUTION

The following problems will occur when you fail the password input (failing three times or leaving

*2

the computer unattended for one minute or more) while resuming from sleep

- Failing the password input while resuming from hibernation:



At the next resume, Panasonic boot screen will appear. At this time, do not start the Setup
Utility and do not change settings. Otherwise, resume may not operate correctly.



Cannot resume from hibernation by the Wake Up from wired LAN function, the Task
Scheduler or the operation to open the display.

- Failing the password input while resuming from sleep

*2

:



Cannot resume from sleep*2 using the USB devices.

or hibernation.

*2 : Windows XP: standby

Entering/Resuming from Sleep or Hibernation

To enter sleep*3 or hibernation

1. Close the display, or press the power switch (A) until a beep*4 sounds.

*3

Sleep

: The power indicator (B) blinks green.

Hibernation: The power indicator (B) goes off.

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<CF-52 Series>

Page 4 of 7Sleep and Hibernation Functions



You can alternatively use the Windows menu to enter sleep*3 or hibernation.

Click (Start) - - [Sleep] / [Hibernate].

To enter standby, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By]. To enter
hibernation, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer], then press and hold «Shift» and
click [Hibernate].

CAUTION

While the computer is entering sleep*3 or hibernation

- Do not:



Touch the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) or power
switch.

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

Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.



Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.



Operate the wireless switch.



Close or open the display.



Insert and remove the SD Memory Card.

Wait until the power indicator blinks green (sleep

*3

) or goes off (hibernation).

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- It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter sleep

*3

or hibernation. Do not touch any key though

the screen becomes dark.

*4

- At the beep

, immediately release the power switch. After releasing the switch, do not

operate it until the power indicator blinks or goes off.

If you press and hold the power switch for longer than 4 seconds, the computer will forcibly
shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set [When I press the power button]
to any item in [Change what the power button does].

If you press and hold the power switch for longer than 4 seconds, the computer will forcibly
shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set any item in [When I press the
power button on my computer]. ( Setting Sleep or Hibernation)

In sleep

*3

or hibernation

- Do not attach or remove peripheral devices. Doing so may cause malfunction.

- Power is consumed in sleep

*3

. Power consumption may increase when a PC Card is

inserted. When power is exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect
the AC adaptor when using the sleep

*3

function.

- Do not turn on/off the wireless switch.

To resume from sleep*3 or hibernation

1. Open the display, or press the power switch (A).

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

In the default setting, the Windows password will be requested to resume.



When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my
portable computer] ( Setting Sleep or Hibernation), you can resume operation opening

the display.

CAUTION

- Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display is
resumed, wait approximately 30 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer
is on a network).



Touch the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with
touchscreen) or power switch.



Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices.



Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor.



Close or open the display.



Shut down or restart Windows.



Enter sleep*3 or hibernation (Wait approximately 1 minute).



Operate the wireless switch.



Insert and remove the SD Memory Card.

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If the computer enters sleep

the USB keyboard keys or mouse will resume the computer.

*3

while a USB keyboard or mouse is connected, touching

NOTE

- <Only for model with Bluetooth>
After resuming from sleep or hibernation, the message "TosBtMng has stopped
working" may appear.

1. Click [Close program].

2. If Bluetooth connections are cut off, click (Start)
[Bluetooth Settings], and connect to the Bluetooth devices again.

*5

- [All Programs] - [Bluetooth] -

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*3 : Windows XP: standby
*4 : If the speakers are muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do
not sound.
*5 : Windows XP: [start]

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Security Measures

Use these features to protect your data.



Other security measure



Set [Embedded Security (TPM)]: For further information, refer to the Installation Manual of
"Trusted Platform Module (TPM)".

Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password

Set the Supervisor Password before setting the User Password.

1. Start up the Setup Utility. ( Starting the Setup Utility)

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2. Select [Security].

3. Select [Set Supervisor Password] or [Set User Password], and press «Enter».

4. Enter your password in [Create New Password] and press «Enter».



When the password has been set, you need to enter your password in [Enter Current
Password] and press «Enter».



To disable the password, leave the input field empty and press «Enter».

5. Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password] and press «Enter».

6. Press «F10», and then select [Yes] and press «Enter».

CAUTION

- Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able
to use your computer. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

- When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a
short time, since other people may set or change the password.

NOTE

- The password will not be displayed on the screen.

- You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces).



The case (upper/lower) is distinguished.



Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.

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

You cannot use «Ctrl» to input a password.

- Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.

Preventing Your Computer from Unauthorized Use

You can set a start-up password to protect your computer from unauthorized use.

1. Set the password ( Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password) , and select
[Enabled] in [Password On Boot] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility.

NOTE

- If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password input screen
will be displayed on starting-up of the Setup Utility even though [Password On Boot] is
set to [Disabled].

Preventing Your Hard Disk Data from Being Read or Written

The hard disk lock function protects the hard disk data from being read or written when the hard
disk is attached to another computer. The data can be read/written when the hard disk is returned
to the original computer. (Note that the hard disk lock does not guarantee complete protection of
the data.)

1. Select [Enabled] in [Hard Disk Lock] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility.

CAUTION

- For the data being read/written on the original computer, the Setup Utility settings must
be the same as when the hard disk was removed.

- You cannot use the hard disk lock function without setting the Supervisor Password. Set
the Supervisor Password beforehand ( Setting the Supervisor Password/User

Password).

- When you have your hard disk drive repaired



Contact Panasonic Technical Support.



Before sending back the hard disk drive, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled].

NOTE

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external hard disk.

- We recommend you to set [Password On Boot] to [Enabled] to ensure security though it
is not required to enable the hard disk lock.

Disabling CD/DVD Drive

Disable CD/DVD drive operation to prevent the drive from being read/written and from being used
to start the computer. You can protect your data from unauthorized access or accidental
overwriting.

1. Select [Disabled] in [Optical Drive] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

NOTE

- This does not work for USB CD/DVD drive.

Using Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)

Intel® IPT is a function built into the PCs with the 2nd generation Intel® CoreTM vProTM processor

®

family and Intel
is generated every 30 seconds. Using this One-Time Password can perform two-factor

authentication to prevent unauthorized access. Thus, stronger authentication is enabled. To use

®

Intel

IPT, a dedicated solution or application software provided by a service provider is required.

To check if such application software is installed, do the following.

Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Uninstall a program].

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Addor Remove Programs].

CoreTM processor family mounted. With Intel® IPT, a six-digit One-Time Password

If [Intel(R) Identity Protection Technology x.x.x.x] is displayed, the software has been installed.
Otherwise, install the software in the following steps.

1. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.

2.

Click (Start) and input "c:/util/ipt" in [Search programs and files], and press «Enter».

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Click [start] - [Run] and input "c:/util/ipt", and click [OK].

3. Double-click [install] in the "ipt" folder.

For information about the using method, contact the service provider.

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Important Battery Tips

How to use the battery with minimal deterioration

The battery is a consumable and, as such, its performance will gradually deteriorate. This
deterioration is accelerated under the following conditions.



When the battery is repeatedly charged



When the battery is used, charged or stored in a place with high temperature

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To minimize deterioration of the battery and ensure a longer battery life, you must reduce the
number of charges and ensure that the temperature inside the battery does not become too high.
Bear in mind the following points.

Charge the battery in a temperature range of 10ºC to 30ºC {50ºF to 86ºF}

In places where the outside air temperature is high, the temperature inside the battery will also
become high. Do not charge the battery inside a vehicle with all its windows closed and exposed to
the hot sun or in other places where the temperature is high.
This computer’s battery will not be charged if its temperature is outside the allowable range. (At
such a time, the battery indicator blinks orange.)

We recommend charging the battery no more than once per day

Recharging the battery after every small use raises the total number of battery charges and speeds
battery deterioration.
To lower the total number of battery charges, we recommend recharging the battery no more than
once per day or when the remaining charge drops to 10% or less.
With this computer, in order to reduce the number of charges, the battery will not be recharged
immediately after it has been fully charged unless the remaining charge has fallen to less than
95%.

Charging the battery while the computer is powered off is recommended

If the computer’s power is on, the temperature inside the battery rises due to the effects of heat
from the CPU and other components. We recommend that you only charge the battery when the

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computer is powered off.

Use the battery in the high temperature mode

High temperature mode is a function that prevents deterioration of the battery in high temperature
environments or when using the fully charged battery pack for a long period of time.
When the high temperature mode is selected, the battery capacity is reduced, and therefore the
battery operating time is shorter.
We recommend the high temperature mode setting when the computer is to be used under the
following conditions:



When the computer is to be used in a vehicle



When the computer is to be used in a place with high temperature



When the computer is to be used for extended periods of time with the AC adaptor
connected



When battery operation is not required for long hours (When the battery’s remaining
capacity does not often drop to 40% or below in normal temperature mode)

How to use the computer to maximize the battery operation time

Leave the computer off when it is not in use

Decrease the internal LCD brightness by pressing «Fn» + «F1»

Pressing «Fn» + «F1» will lower the degree of brightness, thereby reducing the power
consumption.

Before stepping away from your computer, press «Fn» + «F7» or «Fn» + «F10» to
put your computer in the sleep

Pressing these key combinations will put your computer in the sleep*1 or hibernation mode, thereby
lowering the power consumption.

*1 : Windows XP: standby

*1

or hibernation mode

Click or in the notification area, and select a power plan that uses the
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Click [start]*2 - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -[Power Options],
and select the desired power-saving setting

If no power plan that uses the power-saving function is shown, click [More power options] and then
click [Change plan settings] for the power plan you want to modify. Then change the power-saving
settings.

2 : Depending on the setting, [Start] may be displayed.

We recommend against using applications or screen saver that place a significant
load on the CPU

Some screen savers place a large load on the CPU. When using these screen savers, a significant
load is placed on the CPU even when the computer is not being used. We recommend that you do not
use screen saver that will drain the CPU.

Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external mouse, etc.) when
not in use

When the computer is not going to be used for an extended period (a month or
more)

In order to maintain the battery performance, remove the battery with a remaining
charge of 30% to 40% from the computer, and store it in a cool, dark place

If the battery pack is kept installed in the computer, it will discharge gradually even when the
computer’s power is off. If this condition continues for a long period (several months or more), the
battery may overdischarge, causing its performance to deteriorate. In addition, this deterioration will
accelerate if the battery pack is stored inside a vehicle with all its windows closed and exposed to the
hot sun or in other places where the temperature is high. Store the battery pack where the
temperature is within the range of 10ºC to 30ºC {50ºF to 86ºF}.

Things to keep in mind when using the battery pack

Bear in mind the following points when installing and removing the battery pack



Do not install or remove the battery pack while the computer is in the sleep/standby mode.
Removal of the battery pack in this mode cause the data to be erased and cause the
computer to malfunction.



Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack.

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If the terminals are dirty or damaged, the battery may not function properly or the
computer may not operate properly.

Charging time and discharging time differs depending on the computer’s power
status and temperature



It takes longer to fully charge the battery when the computer’s power is on. To charge
the battery more quickly, power the computer off, or put it in the standby or the
hibernation mode.



It takes longer to fully charge the battery in low temperature environments. The battery
discharges more quickly in low temperature environments.

Battery Indicator

Battery

Battery status

indicator

Not lit The battery pack is not inserted or not being charged.
Orange Charging is in progress.
Green The battery is fully-charged.
Blinking

green

In High temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80%
the normal temperature mode. Do not remove the battery pack in this status.

*4

Red The remaining battery is approximately 9% or less.
Blinking red The battery pack or the charging circuit is not operating properly.
Blinking

orange

The battery cannot be charged temporarily due to the following reasons:



Its internal temperature is out of the acceptable range.



The power supply is not enough because software applications or peripheral
devices are consuming a large amount of power.

*4 : In high temperature mode, the 100% battery level is equivalent to 80% level of the normal
temperature mode.

NOTE

of

- Once the battery is fully charged, the computer performs recharging only when the
battery level becomes less than approximately 95%, so overcharging is avoided.

- When [LED] is set to [OFF] on the [Concealed Mode Configuration] menu, LED
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You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen.

(After logging on to Windows)

1. Press «Fn» + «F9».



When the battery pack is inserted (example)

: Normal temperature mode

: High temperature mode

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

When the battery pack is not inserted

NOTE

- The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the
cases as below. To correct the display, perform the Battery Recalibration ( Correcting

the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)).



The battery indicator remains red.



The indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time.



Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use.
This can occur when the computer is in sleep

AC adaptor.

- The battery display may not be the same as that of notification area
malfunction.

*5 : Windows XP: standby
*6 : Windows XP: Or of [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]

*5

for a long time without power supply from the

*6

. This is not a

High temperature mode

The high temperature mode can prevent the battery from deteriorating when the computer is used
in high-temperature environment or used for a long time with its battery fully charged.

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Select [Auto] (default) or [High Temperature] in [Environment] of the [Main] menu of the Setup
Utility.

NOTE

- Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is
approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal temperature mode.

- After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the
remaining battery capacity will not be displayed correctly until the battery pack is
completely discharged or fully charged.

- In the [Auto] mode:
Once the computer has automatically switched from the normal temperature mode to
the high temperature mode, the computer will not switch back to the normal temperature
mode until the battery has been used and recharged to a total charge level of about 5
times as much as that of the fully-charged state. This is to avoid battery deterioration.

Computer behavior with low battery

The default settings are as follows.

When the battery level becomes
10%
[Low battery alarm]



Displays a message that the
battery level is low.

↓↓

Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery to start up



Connect the AC adaptor
immediately. If you do not
have the AC adaptor, exit the
running programs and
Windows, then confirm that
the power indicator is off.

When the battery level becomes 5%
[Critical battery alarm]









The computer enters hibernation.

Displays a message that the battery level is low,
and then the computer enters hibernation.

the computer.

Connect the AC adaptor and charge the battery.

If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off
the computer, replace the battery and turn the
computer on again.



If you have a fully charged

When the computer enters hibernation with the

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spare battery, turn off the
computer, replace the battery
and turn the computer on
again.

battery down and you resume the operation without
charging the battery, the Windows Resume Loader
starts up. Follow the on-screen instructions. After
that, however, Windows may not start up normally, or
the [Low battery level]/[Critical battery level] function
may not work normally.

When the computer enters hibernation with the
battery down and you resume the operation without
charging the battery, Windows may not start up
normally or the alarm function may not operate
normally from then on.

Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)

The "Battery Recalibration" function measures and memorizes the battery capacity. To correct the
battery display, use this function to fill the battery and then discharge it completely. Perform the
procedure at least once immediately after purchasing the computer. Normally the interval of battery
recalibration is 3 months. The battery display may not be correct when the battery pack deteriorates
after a long time use. In this case, perform the procedure again.

1. Connect the AC adaptor.

2. Close all the applications.

3. Perform "Battery Recalibration".

1. Click (Start)

2. When the confirmation message appears, click [Start].



Frequent recalibration of the battery can degrade the battery. A caution message
appears when the battery recalibration is performed at the shorter interval than
approximately a month. In this case, cancel the battery recalibration.

3. When the message requests shut down of Windows, click [Yes].
The battery recalibration starts.

After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging starts. When the discharging is
completed, the power goes off automatically.

After the battery recalibration is finished, normal charging starts.

*7 : Windows XP: [start]

*7

- [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration].

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NOTE

- The temperature range should be 10ºC to 30ºC {50ºF to 86ºF}.

- The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is
not a malfunction.



Full charge: Approximately 2 hours (with CF-VZSU71U)/1.5 hours (with CF-VZSU72U)



Complete discharge: Approximately 2 hours (with CF-VZSU71U), 1.5 hours (with CF-

VZSU72U)

- If the computer is turned off during the battery recalibration (e.g., due to power failure, or
accidental removal of the AC adaptor and battery pack), the battery recalibration will not
be completed.

- You can also perform the battery recalibration with the following procedure.

1. Restart the computer.

2. Press and hold «F9» while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the
computer starts the startup procedure.

3. When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press «Enter».

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Replacing the Battery Pack

The battery pack is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery
operation time becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery,
replace with a new battery.

CAUTION

- The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it. Be sure to charge it before
using for the first time. Charging starts automatically when the AC adaptor is connected
to the computer.

- Use only the specified battery pack with your computer.

- In sleep
the computer may be damaged.

*8

, do not remove/replace the battery pack. Otherwise your data will be lost and

1. Turn off the computer.



Do not use the sleep*8 function.

2. Reverse the computer and remove the cover.

1. Press and hold the mark part (A) and slide the cover to remove.

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3. Remove/Insert the battery pack.



To remove
Slide and hold the latch (B), and pull the tab (C) of the battery pack.

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To insert
Insert the battery pack until it securely fits the connector.

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4. Slide the cover back.

Push the cover until it clicks.
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CAUTION

- Make sure the latch is securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you
carry the computer.

- Do not remove the battery pack forcibly when the latch is locked. Doing so may damage
the battery pack.

*8 : Windows XP: standby

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CD/DVD Drive

NOTE

- Connect the AC adaptor if writing operation takes a long time. If the remaining battery
power becomes low and the power is not supplied, writing operation may not be
completed.

- You need to use writing software to write to discs (e.g. Using Roxio Creator LJB).
Ensure the disc is compatible with the selected writing speed.

You can also use Windows features to write to discs ( Using Windows Feature).

- The quality of written data depends on the disc.

Handling Precautions

CD/DVD drive handling care



Do not expose the CD/DVD drive to excessive smoke that may leave a residue, e.g., oil
smoke, or tobacco smoke. Doing so can shorten the life of the drive lens.



We recommend cleaning the drive lens with an air puffer used for camera lenses. (Do
not use any spray-type of lens cleaning products.)

When opening/closing the tray



When the computer is on, use the eject button ( Inserting/Removing a Disc) or eject
through Windows.



When inserting or removing a disc, be careful not to touch the lens and other parts of
the laser pickup.



Do not leave the tray open and do not touch the lens.
The lens and disc can become dusty in some conditions. It may cause malfunction in
reading or writing.



Do not apply excessive force to the tray in the open position.



Never insert a foreign object such as a paper clip into the CD/DVD drive.
Doing so may cause malfunction.

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Do not place items other than discs on the tray.



Do not access the drive until after the tray is closed.



Set this computer on a horizontal plane.

While the CD/DVD drive is being accessed



Do not open the CD/DVD drive or move the computer while the CD/DVD drive is being
accessed. Doing so could cause the disc to shift position and this may damage the
disc, or cause the CD/DVD drive to malfunction. In addition, after running an
application involving access to a disc, close the application before opening the
CD/DVD drive.



Set this computer on a horizontal plane.

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Disc handling care



Do not use deformed, warped, or irregularly shaped discs.
Reading of disc may not be possible depending on the disc conditions (cracks, dirt,
modification, data recording quality, copy protection, recording equipment/software
that was used to create the disc, etc.)



Before using a disc, carefully read the operating/handling instructions and package of
the disc.



If the discs are not handled appropriately, they may become dirty or scratched.
Furthermore the writing speed may get slower and the data may not be correctly
written on or read from the disc. Other damage may cause a drive failure.



Note the following precautions.



Do not touch the disc surface (the side with no printing).



Keep the disc surface clean and free from dirt, dust, fingerprints and scratches.



Do not write on the surface of the disc with a ballpoint pen or other writing instrument.



Do not attach stickers to discs.



Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on top of discs.



Do not place or store discs in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, humidity or dust.



If a disc is brought from a cold to a warm location, condensation may form on the disc. For
read-only discs, wipe off the condensation using a soft, dry, lint-free cloth before using the
disc. For recordable/rewritable discs, wait until the condensation dries.



When not using discs, keep them in their protective cases or cartridges.

To clean discs

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<For read-only discs>
Wipe discs with a dry, soft cloth from the center toward the edge. If discs get very dirty, wipe with a
moist, soft cloth from the center toward the edge, then wipe again with a dry cloth to take up
remaining moisture.

<For recordable/rewritable discs>
Use the disc for recordable/rewritable discs cleaner to clean these discs. Do not use a cloth, CD
cleaners or any other such cleaners under any circumstances.

How to hold a disc

Disc Information



You can read from/write to the following discs.

CD-R CD-RW

DVD-RAM

*1

DVD-R DVD-R DL

DVD-RW

*2

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*1 : DVD-RAM: Only non-cartridge type or removable cartridge type can be used.
*2 : Does not support DVD-RW Ver.1.0.



You can read from the following discs.

CD-ROM CD DIGITAL AUDIO CD TEXT

CD-EXTRA Video CD Photo CD

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DVD-ROM DVD-Video

Recommended discs for writing

CD-R

TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.

CD-RW/High-Speed CD-RW

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

Ultra-Speed CD-RW

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

DVD-R

Panasonic Corporation
MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.

DVD-R DL

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
TAIYO YUDEN Co., Ltd.

DVD-RW

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.
Victor Company of Japan, Limited

DVD-RAM

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Panasonic Corporation
HITACHI MAXELL, Ltd.

+R / +RW

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

High Speed +RW

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

+R DL

MITSUBISHI KAGAKU MEDIA CO., Ltd.

DVD discs you can use for writing

DVD-R for General

1X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-2X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-4X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-8X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-16X-SPEED (4.7 GB)

DVD-R DL

2-4X-SPEED (8.5 GB)
2-8X-SPEED (8.5 GB)

DVD-RW

1X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
1-2X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
2-4X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
2-6X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)

DVD-RAM

2X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
2-3X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)
2-5X-SPEED (4.7 GB/9.4 GB)

+R

1-2.4X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-4X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-8X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-16X-SPEED (4.7 GB)

+R DL

2.4X-SPEED (8.5 GB)

2.4-8X-SPEED (8.5 GB)

+RW

1-2.4X-SPEED (4.7 GB)
1-4X-SPEED (4.7 GB)

High-Speed +RW

3.3-8X-SPEED (4.7 GB)

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Using DVD Media

To play DVD-Video, you need to use DVD playback software such as WinDVD.

Region code settin g

DVD-Video is allocated to region codes according to where they are sold. To play the DVD-Video,
the player’s software and the drive must have the corresponding region code.

e.g., For U.S.A. and Canada: "1" / For Europe: "2"



The region code of the drive is not set at purchase. The operation depends on the DVD­Video that is first played.



DVD-Video with a specific region code:
The drive will automatically be set at the same region code as the DVD-Video.



DVD-Video with multiple region codes:
[Confirm Region] appears. Select the region code and click [OK]. Play now begins.

CAUTION

- You can change the region code setting up to 5 times including the initial setting. Be
extremely careful because you cannot change the region code anymore after the fifth
change, even if you reinstalled the operating system.

- Any problem resulting from illegal changing or altering of the region code is the user’s
responsibility.

NOTE

- [Confirm Region] appears when the DVD-Video has only 1 region code and the drive is
set for another region code. ([Confirm Region] may not appear with some DVD-Video
discs. To check the current region code and the number of remaining times of changing
the code, right-click on the WinDVD screen and click [Setup] - [Region].)

Inserting/Removing a Disc

1. Turn on the computer.

2. Press the eject button (A) and slowly pull out the tray.

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3. Insert/Remove a disc.



To insert
Set the disc with the label side up and press the center of the disc until it clicks in place.



To remove
Press on the center spindle (B) and carefully lift up the edge of the disc.

4. Close the tray.

Do not press the eject button.

NOTE

- To remove a disc when the computer is powered off, insert a pin of 1.3 mm {0.05± in
diameterr into the emergency hole (C). (When the diameter of the pin is smaller than
this, insert the pin slightly downward.) Pushing it to the end allows the tray to come out.

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- For AutoPlay CD/DVD:



If an AutoPlay CD/DVD does not start after the computer resumes from sleep*3 or

hibernation, remove the disc from the drive and then reinsert it after waiting 15 seconds.



An AutoPlay CD/DVD may start during file access depending on the status of the disc.

- When playing back motion video from a disc, playback may not be smooth in some
conditions.

*3 : Windows XP: standby

Power-saving mode

If the CD/DVD drive is not accessed for 30 seconds, the drive motor will automatically be shut down
to reduce the power consumption. When the CD/DVD drive is accessed again, the drive motor is
turned on. In this case, reading of the disc data will take approximately 30 seconds.

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Changing the CD/DVD Drive Letter

You can change the drive letters for the CD/DVD drive.

NOTE

- Change the drive letters before installing applications.

1.
Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [System and Security] - [Administrative Tools], and

double-click [Computer Management].



A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Administrative Tools],
and double-click [Computer Management].

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2. Click [Disk Management] from [Storage].

3. Right-click the hard disk partition or the CD/DVD drive name, and click [Change Drive
Letter and Paths...].

4. Click [Change...].

5. Click [Assign the following drive letter] and select the new drive letter, and then click
[OK].
At the confirmation message, click [Yes].

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WinDVD

WinDVD is a software application for DVD playback. For further information, refer to the software’s
online manual.



DVD-Audio cannot be played back using WinDVD.



Video Codecs within WinDVD installed in this computer cannot be available from an
application such as Media Player.

Running WinDVD

1. Double-click on the desktop.



Alternatively click (Start)*1 - [All Programs] - [Corel] - [WinDVD for Panasonic].

*1 : Windows XP: [start]

To access the online manual

After starting WinDVD, perform either of the following procedures.



Click on the WinDVD control panel and click [Launch Help].

SUPPORT INFORMATION
If WinDVD does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for
problems with the operating environment or operations.
If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, enter the required information in the inquiry form on the
homepage (http://apps.corel.com/lp/ivi/), and submit the form.

CAUTION

- Do not start WinDVD while the drive indicator is blinking immediately after the
computer is turned on.

- While WinDVD is running, do not:



Enter sleep*2 or hibernation.



Switch the display mode by pressing « » + «P»*3 or «Fn» + «F3».

- During motion video playback, do not:



Eject the disc.



Use other applications or the Command Prompt.

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

Change the settings of the screen properties.

- Do not install another player software together with WinDVD.
Doing so may interfere with smooth playback. Some DVD-Video discs contain the player
software and start installing. In this case, cancel the installation as soon as possible. If
you accidentally installed another player software and find a problem in playback, try
either of the following procedures.



Uninstall the player software with the following procedures. (Refer to the instruction manual

for the name of player software.)

1. Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Uninstall a program].

1. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs].



Set WinDVD as the playback software if you can select the option in the player software

settings.

*2 : Windows XP: standby
*3 : Windows 7 only

DVD Discs Created Using a DVD Recorder



Playback may not be possible depending on the DVD recorder or the discs.



You must finalize*4 DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL, and +RW before playback.
For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the DVD recorder.



You cannot play discs protected with copyright management technologies such as
CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media) and CPRM (Content Protection for
Recordable Media).

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Writing to CD/DVD

Applicable Media



Refer to the Disc Information.



Refer to the software’s online manual (below).

About Copies

When writing to discs, make sure that you are not infringing upon any copyrights. It is illegal to
copy audio CDs for non-personal use.
When backing up software, make sure that you are not infringing upon any software copyrights for
that product.

Using Windows Feature

1. Insert a disc you can use for writing.

2. In the [AutoPlay] screen, click [Burn files to disc].



Alternatively you can click (Start) - [Computer], and double-click [DVD RW Drive].



Follow the on-screen instructions.

Using Roxio Creator LJB

"Roxio Creator LJB" is a CD/DVD recording software application developed by SONIC Solutions.
For further information, refer to the software’s online manual (below).

1. Click (Start)

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*1 : Windows XP: [start]

CAUTION

- [All Programs] - [Roxio] - [Roxio Creator LJB for Panasonic].

- If you format a disc using Windows functions, you cannot write with Roxio Creator LJB.

Do not format a disc using Windows functions when you write to the disc using Roxio Creator
LJB. For rewritable discs (i.e. CD-RW, etc.), writing is possible using Roxio Creator LJB if all the
disc contents are deleted.

- If you set an unused disc in the CD/DVD drive, [AutoPlay] screen may appear and then
Windows format screen may be displayed. Do not format the disc when you use Roxio

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Creator LJB.

When you write to the disc using Roxio Creator LJB, start Roxio Creator LJB before setting the
disc. Windows format screen will not be displayed, which prevents the disc from being
mistakenly formatted.

To access the online manual

1. After starting Roxio Creator LJB, click [Help] - [Help].

Usage Precautions

When an external CD/DVD drive has been connected

Do not turn the CD/DVD drive power off on this computer when writing to a disc in an external
CD/DVD drive. Turning the power off may result in a malfunction, such as an interruption in the
external CD/DVD drive operation.

Using DVD-RAM for Windows 7

Formatting must be executed to write a file to a DVD-RAM. It is possible to write a file to a
formatted DVD-RAM in the same way as writing a file to a floppy disk or hard disk.

Format type

There are following types of DVD-RAM formats, as shown below. We recommend that you choose
the format type depending on the application.

Format Feature
FAT32 This format is supported by Windows 95 (OSR2) / 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7.

DVD-RAM discs in FAT32 format cannot be used on Windows 95 (other than
OSR2) / Windows NT.

UDF1.02 This format is supported by Windows 98 / Me / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7, and

compatible with the Video mode of DVD-ROM / DVD-R / DVD-RW / +R / +RW.

UDF1.50 Standard format for DVD-RAM. Data with large file sizes (video or audio data) can

be written at high speed. We recommend this format when using DVD-RAM for
storing data.

UDF2.00/2.01 This format is used for DVD video recorders conforming to "Video Recording

Standards" as established by the DVD Forum, or for PC recording software
conforming to the same standards.

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UDF2.5 This format is supported by Windows Vista / 7, and is used for Blu-ray recorders or

PC recording software conforming to "Video Recording Standards" as established
by the Blu-ray Disc Association.
This format cannot be used for DVD recorders conforming to "Video Recording
Standards" as established by the DVD Forum, or for PC recording software
conforming to the same standards.

Formatting method

When formatting is executed, data recorded on the disc is erased. Back up data as required.

1. Set a DVD-RAM in the CD/DVD drive.

2. Close all applications that use DVD-RAM.

3. Click (Start) - [Computer], right-click the CD/DVD drive and click [Format].

4. Select the settings and click [Start].



When the disc was recorded with Roxio Creator LJB and you want to record using Explorer,
remove the check mark from [Quick Format].



It may take long time if you removed the check mark from [Quick Format].



Do not cancel formatting partway. Otherwise the disc may no longer accept writing.

CAUTION

- If you have written using Roxio Creator LJB, you cannot write using other software since
the format becomes different. To make this possible, remove the check mark for [Quick
format] on the format display and format the disc.

Using DVD-RAM for Windows XP

Writing to DVD-RAM



Logical formatting must be executed to write a file to a DVD-RAM. It is possible to write
a file to a logically formatted DVD-RAM in the same way as writing a file to a floppy disk
or hard disk.
If you write using Roxio Creator LJB, because the format is different, it will no longer be
possible to write using applications other than Roxio Creator LJB. To enable writing, it
will be necessary to select [Quick format] when formatting the disc.

Refer to [Using DVD-RAM disc].
To display:
Click [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [Using DVD-RAM disc].
When [DVD-RAM] is not displayed even if you click [start] - [All Programs], install DVD-RAM
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1. Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\drivers\ramdrvr\english\setup.exe] and then click
[OK].
As for english folder, change to the language you install.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

Logical format type

There are six types of DVD-RAM formats ( Format type). We recommend that you choose the
format type depending on the application.

Logical format method



Formatting software and drivers required to conduct each type of formatting have been
installed on this computer. When formatting is executed, data recorded on the disc is
erased. Back up data as required.

1. Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.

2. Set a disc in the CD/DVD drive.

3. Close all applications that use DVD-RAM.

4. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM Driver] - [DVDForm].



When [DVD-RAM] is not displayed even if you click [start] - [All Programs], install
DVD-RAM Driver.
Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\drivers\ramdrvr\english\setup.exe] and then click
[OK]. As for english folder, change to the language you install.
Follow the on-screen instructions.

5. Click in [Format Type], and select the format type, then click [Start].



[Volume label]
UDF format has been selected, input the volume label. When the volume label is not
input, it will be set automatically (UDF year / month / day).



[Quick format]
Inspect all sectors on the disc, and execute replacement processing of bad sectors.
Normally, it is not necessary to select this.

CAUTION

- If you have written using Roxio Creator LJB, you cannot write using other software since
the format becomes different. To make this possible, you need to perform the logical
format. For further information, see "Using DVD-RAM disc". "Using DVD-RAM disc" is
displayed by clicking [Start] - [All Programs] - [DVD-RAM] - [DVD-RAM driver] - [Using
DVD-RAM disc].

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Notes During Use

If you have uninstalled Roxio Creator LJB accidentally

Reinstall it by following the steps below.

1. Click (Start) and input [c:\util\sonic\emc] in [Search programs and files], and press «Enter».

2. Right-click [setup] in [emc] folder and click [Run as administrator].
If there are two or more "setup" files, double-click the file whose [Type] is [Application].
Follow the on-screen instructions.



A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

1. Log on to Windows as an administrator.

2. Click [start] - [Run] and input [c:\util\sonic\emc\setup.exe], then click [OK].
Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE

- The serial number has been entered beforehand. Do not change the serial number
entered. If you have accidentally changed, click [Cancel] to reinstall.

SUPPORT INFORMATION



About User Registration
Follow the steps below for user registration.

1. While connected to the Internet, start up Roxio Creator LJB.

2. Click [Help] - [Register Now] and follow the on-screen instructions.



If Roxio Creator LJB does not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the
online help file first for problems with the operating environment or operations.
If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Sonic Solutions.

URL:
English (U.S.): http://www.roxio.jp/enu/support/default.html
English (U.K.): http://www.roxio.jp/eng/support/Default.html
French: http://www.roxio.jp/fra/support/contact/
German: http://www.roxio.jp/deu/support/
Dutch: http://www.roxio.jp/nld/support/Default.html

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PC Card / ExpressCard

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You can insert the following cards.



ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 to the ExpressCard slot (A)



PC Card Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm) to the PC Card slot (A)*2 and (B)

*1 : Only for model with ExpressCard Slot
*2 : Only for model without ExpressCard Slot
For model without ExpressCard Slot, both of upper slot and lower slot are for PC Card.

*1

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NOTE

- The following types of card are not supported:
PC Card Type III (10.5 mm), ZV card, SRAM card, FLASH ROM card (excluding ATA

interface type), and other cards that require 12 V of operating voltage.

- Do not start up Windows with a storage type of CardBus PC card attached. An error may

occur.

Inserting/Removing the Card

To insert the card

1. Open the cover (C), and insert the ExpressCard (D)*3 or the PC Card (E) with the label
side up until it securely fits in to the slot.



For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the card.

*3 : Only for model with ExpressCard Slot
For model without ExpressCard Slot, both of upper slot and lower slot are for PC Card.

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To remove the card

1. Disable the card function.

1. Click on the notification area and click .

2. Select the card.

1. Double-click on the notification area and select the card, then click [Stop].

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2. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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These steps are not necessary when removing the card after turning off the computer.

2. Open the cover and remove the card.

1. Press the eject button (F). The eject button pops out.

2. Press the eject button (F) again so the card comes out of the slot.

3. Draw the card straight out.

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NOTE

- Check the card’s specification to prevent the total operating current from exceeding the
allowable limit. Otherwise malfunction may occur.
Allowable Current: 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA

- Some types of cards cannot be used simultaneously.

- After repeating insertion and removal, some types of card will not be recognized. In this
case, restart the computer.

- If the computer freezes after resuming from sleep

*4

or hibernation, remove and reinsert

the card. If the problem persists, restart the computer.

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- When a card is inserted, power consumption increases. Remove the card when it is not
in use, especially when operating by battery power.

- To connect peripheral devices (SCSI, IEEE1394, etc.) using a PC Card or an ExpressCard,
follow the steps below (one example).

1. Connect the peripheral device to the card.

2. Turn on the power of device.

3. Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot.

*4 : Windows XP: standby

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SD Memory Card

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SD Memory Card Information



The SD Memory Card slot on this computer only accepts SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory

*1

Cards



To format the SD Memory Card on this computer, do not use [Format] of Windows, but
use the SD Memory Card format software.
You can download the software from the web site below.

http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/sd/download/
sd_formatter.html

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

To use the SD Memory Card on other devices, format the card on the devices. For
further information, refer to the instruction manual of the devices.

*1 : Windows XP : SD/SDHC Memory Cards

Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card

CAUTION

- Do not remove or insert the SD Memory Card until Windows has completed loading.

- Do not remove the card or turn off the computer in the following cases, otherwise the
data may be corrupted.



While the computer is in sleep*2 or hibernation.



While the SD Memory Card indicator is on.



While data is being read from or written to the card.



Immediately after the writing operation. The computer may still continue the access to the

card just after writing operation. If you remove the card before the operation is
completed, the data may be damaged or the card access may no longer be performed
normally.

- Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the
user, or any other damages, direct or indirect.

*2 : Windows XP: standby

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To insert the card

1. Insert the SD Memory Card with the label side facing up and with the cut corner in
front.

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To remove the card

Preparation



Save the data and close all applications.



Confirm the SD Memory Card indicator (A) is off.
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1. Disable the card function.

1. Click on the notification area and click .

2. Select the card.

1. Double-click on the notification area and select the card, then click [Stop].

2. Follow the on-screen instructions.



These steps are not necessary when removing the card after turning off the computer.

2. Remove the card.

1. Press the card so it comes out of the slot.

2. Draw it straight out.

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Smart Card

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<Only for model with Smart Card slot>
You need software to use a Smart Card.

CAUTION

- Do not:



Hit, bend, or drop the card.



Touch the contact part with fingers or metal object.



Place the card in very hot location for a long time.



Remove the card immediately after inserting it.

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Inserting/Removing the Smart Card

To insert the card

1. Insert the Smart Card with the contact part (A) in front.



Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot.

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1. Press the eject button (B).

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The Smart Card pops out.

CAUTION

- Use the eject button to remove the card, otherwise the reading contact may be damaged.

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RAM Module

Use RAM modules that comply with the specifications below. Using any other module may cause
malfunction or result in computer failure.

RAM module specifications:

204 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.5 V, DDR3 SDRAM, PC3-10600
(For information of RAM module compatibility, contact Panasonic Technical Support.)

CAUTION

- RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be affected even by
static electricity from the human body. When inserting and removing RAM modules, do
not touch the terminals or internal components, and do not allow foreign particles to
enter the slots. Doing so may cause damage, fire, or electric shock.

Inserting/Removing the RAM Module

This computer has 2 RAM module slots.



At purchase, the RAM module is in SLOT: 1.



When using an extra RAM module, insert it in SLOT: 2.

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<CF-52 Series>

1. Turn off the computer.

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Do not use sleep*1 or hibernation.

*1 : Windows XP: standby

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2. Disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery pack ( Replacing the Battery

Pack).

3. Remove the screw (A) and the cover on the bottom of the computer.

<CF-53 Series>

<CF-52 Series>

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4. Insert/Remove the RAM module.

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To insert

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1. Tilt the module slightly and insert it in the slot.

2. Press down the module so that the right and left hooks (B) are locked.

<CF-53 Series>

<CF-52 Series>

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To remove

1. Carefully open the right and left hooks (B).
The module will rise.

2. Carefully remove the module from the slot.

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<CF-53 Series>

<CF-52 Series>

5. Set the cover and battery pack.

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CAUTION

- Set the cover correctly and tighten the screw firmly.

NOTE

- If it is hard to insert or to press down the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the
module’s direction.

- Use the appropriate screw driver so as not to strip the thread of screw.

- If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the main unit memory and
RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.
If the RAM module is not recognized, power off the computer and insert it again.

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Port Replicator

You can use an optional port replicator (For CF-53 Series: CF-VEB531/For CF-52 Series: CF-VEB522).
This device frees you from being bothered by a lot of cable connections when you carry the computer. It
also allows you to connect various peripherals.
Connect the port replicator to the expansion bus connector (A) on the bottom of the computer.
For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the port replicator.

<CF-53 Series>

<CF-52 Series>

NOTE

- Use only the specified port replicator (For CF-53 Series: CF-VEB531/For CF-52 Series: CF­VEB522).

- Hot or warm docking/undocking is not possible with the port replicator.

- To boot the computer from a USB floppy disk drive or a USB CD/DVD drive, be sure to
connect the USB drive to the USB port on the computer, not to the USB port on the port
replicator.

- <Only for CF-52 Series>
If you use an external display compatible with "DISPLAY PORT", connect it to a "DISPLAY
PORT" on an optional port replicator (CF-VEB522) using a cable compatible with "DISPLAY
PORT".

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You can switch the output destination to an external analog display or HDMI display.
First push down and pull the cover to open the cover.

<CF-53 Series>
Connect the analog display to the VGA port (A).

Connect the HDMI display to the HDMI port (B).

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<CF-52 Series>
Connect the analog display to the External Display port (A).

Switching the display mode

1. Press « » + «P» or «Fn» + «F3».

2. Click the display mode.

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1. Press «Fn» + «F3».

Each time you press the key combination:

<CF-53 Series>

*1

LCD → LCD + HDMI display (port replicator side)

→ HDMI display (port replicator side)*1 →

LCD + HDMI display (computer side) → HDMI display (computer side) → LCD + analog display →
analog display → HDMI display (computer side) + analog display → LCD

<CF-52 Series>
Internal LCD → Simultaneous display → External display → Internal LCD

*1 : Only when a port replicator having an HDMI port is connected.

NOTE

- <Only for CF-52 Series>

When an external display is connected to an optional port replicator (CF-VEB522), the
display switching may work differently from the above. For further information, refer to
the instruction manual of the port replicator.

- After resuming from sleep

destination may not be the same as selected in the previous status.

- When you change the display after Windows starts up, do not press any key until

switching is complete.

- You cannot use the simultaneous display until Windows starts up.

- Display switching by pressing « » + «P»

the Fast User Switching function to switch the user. In this case, log off all users and
restart the computer.

- Do not connect or remove the external display during sleep

- It may take some time to switch between displays depending on the displays used.

- When you use the external display only, set the suitable number of colors, resolution, or

refresh rate separately from when you use the internal LCD only or when you use the
simultaneous display.
Depending on the settings, some external displays may be distorted or may not display
the mouse cursor correctly. In this case, set the settings to lower value.

*2

or hibernation, or restarting the computer, the output

*3

or «Fn» + «F3» may not work when you use

*2

or hibernation.

- When you use the simultaneous display, DVD-Video, MPEG files and other motion image

files may not be played back smoothly.

- Carefully read the instruction manual of the external display.

- When connecting an external display that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards,

select the display driver accordingly in the following menu, or use the driver disc

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supplied with the monitor.

1. Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Adjust screen resolution] - [Advanced Settings] ­[Monitor] - [Properties].



A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

2. Click [Driver] - [Update Driver].

1. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] ­[Advanced] - [Monitor] - [Properties] - [Driver] - [Update Driver].

- If you connect an external display via the port replicator (For CF-53 Series: CF­VEB531/For CF-52 Series: CF-VEB522), the output switches to the port replicator from
the external display port.

- <Only for CF-53 Series>
Until Windows startup is completed (during Setup Utility, etc.), the simultaneous display
cannot be used and pressing «Fn» + «F3» switches the display between the internal LCD
and the external display (the projector etc.).

- <Only for CF-53 Series>
When you use high resolution displays, the display color, resolution or refresh rate may

be changed, switching to [Built-in Display] in [Intel

®

Graphics and Media Control Panel].

We recommend you to switch the output destination by pressing « » + «P»

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or «Fn»

+ «F3».

- Simultaneous display and display switching do not work when [Command Prompt] screen
is set to "Full Screen".

- If a picture is not displayed normally, lower the level of [Hardware acceleration] in the
following menu.
[Start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] - [Advanced] ­[Troubleshoot]

CAUTION

- Before disconnecting the external display, switch to the internal LCD by pressing « »

*3

+ «P»
disconnection (e.g., wrong resolution). In this case, press « » + «P»

to reset the image quality.

or «Fn» + «F3». Otherwise the displayed image quality may become different after

*3

or «Fn» + «F3»

- The screen may become distorted due to the following operations. In this case, restart the
computer.



Disconnecting an external display for which you have set high resolution or high refresh rate.

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Connecting/disconnecting an external display during computer operations.

*2 : Windows XP: standby
*3 : Windows 7 only

Display Selector <Only for CF-53 Series>

You can connect up to four external displays when using a port replicator.
When an external display is connected, you can use the simultaneous display function and the
extended desktop function. The extended desktop function allows you to use the working area
across both the internal LCD and the external display. You can drag an object around the displays.

The Display Selector utility allows you to easily activate/deactivate the simultaneous display
function and the extended desktop function.
It also allows you to set the scaling rate of an external HDMI display.

1. Click (Start)*4 - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Display Selector].

2. Make the required settings.

A: [Operating Mode]

Select [Single Display] to activate only one display.
Select [Extended Desktop] to activate the extended desktop function.
Select [Clone Displays] to activate two displays.
After making a selection, click [Apply]. The following settings can then be made.

B: [Device]

When [Extended Display] or [Clone Displays] is selected in [Operating Mode], select the
displays to be used as the primary device and the secondary device.
When [Single Display] is selected, you can select only the primary device.

C: [Resolution]

Select the resolution of the display.
When [Extended Desktop] is selected in [Operating Mode], the resolution can be selected for

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D: [Secondary Screen Position]

When [Extended Desktop] is selected in [Operating Mode], specify the position of the
secondary monitor by selecting [Up], [Down], [Left] or [Right].
The display image with the black frame and the taskbar indicates the primary device, and the
other indicates the secondary device.

3. Click [Apply] to enable the settings.

4. Click [OK].

*4 : Windows XP: [start]

NOTE

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- It may not be possible to use the extended desktop with some software applications.

- When using the extended desktop, if you click the maximize button, the window is
displayed on one of the displays.
You cannot move the maximized window to the other display.

- When both an analog display and an HDMI display are connected, and if you select
[Extended Desktop] or [Clone Displays],three output destinations (internal LCD, external
analog display, and external HDMI display) can be selectable at both primary device and
secondary device. In this case, the external analog monitor is referred to as "PC monitor"
and the HDMI display is referred to as "Digital Television".

- <Only for model with touchscreen>
Set the internal LCD to the primary device when using the touchscreen. The cursor will
move on the primary device when you touch the internal LCD.

Changing the Sound Output Destination

When an HDMI display is connected, you can specify sound to be output via the speakers of the
personal computer or via the speakers of the HDMI display.
Make sure your HDMI display is equipped with speakers.

1. Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Sound] - [Playback].

2. Select the sound output destination.

3. Click [Set Default], and then click [OK].

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1. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Sound, Speech, and Audio Devices] - [Audio].

2. Select the sound output destination in [Default Device].

3. Click [OK].

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USB Devices

Connecting/Removing USB Devices

To connect the USB device

1. Open the cover and connect the USB device to one of the USB ports (A),(B),(C) or (D)

on the computer.

For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the USB device.
<Only for CF-53 Series>
The USB port (B) supports USB3.0.
<CF-53 Series>

<CF-52 Series>

To remove the USB device

1. Disable the USB device.

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1. Click on the notification area and click .

2. Select the USB device.

1. Double-click on the notification area.

2. Select the USB device, then click [Stop].

3. Follow the on-screen instructions.



These steps are not necessary when;



Removing the device after turning off the computer.



or is not displayed.



The device does not appear in the list in step 2.

2. Remove the USB device.

CAUTION

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<Only for model with Smart Card slot>

- If you double-click or , [USB Smart Card Reader] is displayed in the list, but do not
select this item. Removing this item is not possible. Restart the computer in case you

select this.

NOTE

- You may need to install the driver for the USB device. Follow the on-screen instructions
or refer to the instruction manual of the USB device.

- You may need to install the driver again when connecting the device to another port.

- When a USB device is connected, sleep
the computer does not start up normally, remove the USB device and restart the

computer.

- When the USB device is removed and then inserted while the computer is on, or
may appear in the Device Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized. In

this case, remove and connect the device again, or restart the computer.

- When a USB device is connected, power consumption increases. Remove the USB
device when it is not in use, especially when operating by battery power.

*1

and hibernation may not function normally. If

- If the computer enters sleep while a USB keyboard or mouse is connected, touching the
USB keyboard keys or mouse will resume the computer.

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IEEE 1394 Devices

<Only for model with IEEE 1394 port>

You can connect a digital video camcorder or other IEEE 1394 standard device to the computer.

To connect IEEE 1394 device

1. Turn on the computer and the IEEE 1394 device.

2. Open the cover and connect the IEEE 1394 device to the IEEE 1394 interface connector
(A).



For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the IEEE 1394 device.

<CF-53 Series>



If you connect this computer to a port replicator, remove (B)

<CF-52 Series>

NOTE

- You may need to install the driver for the IEEE 1394 device. Follow the on-screen
instructions or refer to the instruction manual of the IEEE 1394 device.

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To remove IEEE 1394 device

CAUTION

- Turn off the IEEE 1394 device only after turning off the computer.

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the cable from the IEEE 1394 interface
connector.

2. Turn off the IEEE 1394 device and remove the cable.

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<Only for model with Fingerprint Reader>

<CF-53 Series>

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<CF-52 Series>

NOTE

- Enrollment and authentication is unavailable to an extremely minority of people including
those whose fingerprints give little data for personal identification.

How to Use the Fingerprint Reader

This section explains how your fingerprints are enrolled and authenticated.

1. Slide your finger toward yourself.

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

To prevent a reading error.

1. Set the first joint of your index finger on the sensor as illustrated to the right.

2. Slide your finger toward yourself while keeping it in contact with the fingerprint sensor
(A).

3. Slide your finger down until the sensor is visible.



When the fingerprint sensor does not enroll or authenticate your fingerprint properly:



You slid your finger too fast or too slow.



Your finger was soiled or it has a scar on the surface.



Your finger was wet or extremely dry.



Your fingerprint does not have sufficient data for personal identification.

For further information, refer to Troubleshooting-Fingerprint Reader.

CAUTION

- We shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever resulting from your Fingerprint
device or neglect of Fingerprint device use, or any data loss resulting from such
developments as Fingerprint authentication device malfunctioning.

Overview

Fingerprint’s Outline

The conventional security systems use ID/passwords and token devices such as IC cards to
authenticate users. Therefore the passwords and token devices are exposed to the risk of being
lost, stolen and hacking.
The Fingerprint authentication method uses user’s fingerprints instead of passwords for security
authentication. You can use your fingerprints to start up your computer and log on Windows.
We recommend you use the Fingerprint Reader in combination with the TPM (Trusted Platform
Module) to increase the security level of your computer.

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Recommended Installation Procedure

(Performed by the Computer Administrator)

1. TPM Installation

(If the TPM is not being used, skip this step.)

2. Fingerprint Utility Installation

3. TPM Fingerprint Utility Initialization

(If the TPM is not being used, skip this step.)

(Performed by each user)

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4. User Fingerprint Enrollment

User’s Data



Windows Logon Password



Fingerprint



Fingerprint Backup Password



Power-on Security

To access the online manual

This manual describes step 2, 3 and the initial part of step 4.
For further steps, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.



Click (Start)*1 - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].

*1 : Windows XP: [start]

Precautions

Security Functions



Fingerprint Authentication Technology does not guarantee complete authentication
and individual identification. Please acknowledge we shall not be liable for any loss or

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device.



The Fingerprint authentication method uses multiple fingerprints, encryption keys,
credentials data and passwords. You might not be able to use your data if you lose
fingerprints, keys, credentials and passwords. Back up the Fingerprint authentication
data in a safe place. For further information, refer to Backup.



General interaction with third-party applications: There is no guarantee that there will
not be any negative interaction with any third-party software, and will not accept any
responsibility for such an interaction.

Installation

1. TPM Installation

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Refer to the Installation Manual of "Trusted Platform Module (TPM)".



Click (Start), input "c:\util\drivers\tpm\readme.pdf" in [Search programs and files],
and press «Enter».

Click [start] - [Run] and input "c:\util\drivers\tpm\readme.pdf", and click [OK].

2. Fingerprint Utility Installation

Performed by the Computer Administrator.

1. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.

2. Close all other programs.



(For 32bit OS)
Click (Start), input "c:\util\drivers\fngprint\install\32-bit\Setup.exe" in [Search

programs and files], and press «Enter».
(For 64bit OS)

Click (Start), input "c:\util\drivers\fngprint\install\64-bit\Setup.exe" in [Search
programs and files], and press «Enter».

Click [start] - [Run] and input "c:\util\drivers\fngprint\install\32-bit\Setup.exe", and click
[OK].

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4. When the "Protector Suite *.* has been successfully installed." message appears, click
[Finish].

At the confirmation message, click [Yes].
The computer restarts.

5. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.
The "Fingerprint software Icon" appears in the notification area.



If the icon does not appear, click .

3. TPM Fingerprint Utility Initialization

Performed by the Computer Administrator.
The "Invalid TPM status" message is displayed by the "Fingerprint software Icon" in the

notification area.



If the icon does not appear, click

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

If the TPM is not being used, skip this step.

1. Click on the "Invalid TPM status" message and then click [Initialize].

Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE

- If the "Invalid TPM status" message is not displayed

*2

1. Click (Start)
[Advanced Settings] - [Trusted Platform Module (TPM)] - [Initialize]. And then
click (Start)
[Multifactor], and choose a method of authentication.

4. User Fingerprint Enrollment

Performed by each user.

1. Double-click the "Fingerprint software Icon" .

2. Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click [Accept].

3. Select an enrollment mode, and click [Apply].



Enrollment mode
You can make the configuration for the enrollment only once during this
initialization phase.



- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Settings] -

*2

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Identity] -

Enrollment to the biometric device
All enrolled fingerprints are stored directly in the fingerprint sensor. The user
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enrolled.



Enrollment to the hard disk
All enrolled fingerprints are stored on the hard disk. Hardware protection of
the user data is not possible, but multiple users can enroll their fingerprints.



Follow the on-screen instructions.

NOTE

- Enroll at least two fingers. Even if one of them is injured, you can use
another one to access your account and secret data. For further
information about the enrollment, refer to How to Use the Fingerprint

Reader and [Tutorial].

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1. Click (Start)

*2

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center]

- [Help] - [Tutorial].



We recommend you use the Power-on Security feature. This feature prevents
unauthorized access to the user’s computer at the BIOS level.

1. Click (Start)

*2

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center].

2. Click [Identity] - [Status].

3. Click [Power-on security status] - [Change].

4. Click [Edit], and Add the check mark to [Enable power-on security], and then
click [Apply].

5. Click [Identity] - [Power-on Password].

6. When the "Power-on Security" screen appears, click [Manage Passwords...].

7. Select [Power-On] in [Password Types], and click [Set password...].

8. Enter the Power-On password, and click [OK].

9. Click [Close].

10. Add a check mark for [Power-On] in [Password Types].

11. Enter the Power-On password, and click [OK].

12. Click [Apply].

*2 : Windows XP: [start]

More Advanced Security

You can increase your computer’s security level by setting the BIOS level described in this section.
Performed by the Computer Administrator.

1. Register the Supervisor Password.

You have to register the Supervisor Password to proceed to the next step.

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If you have already registered the Supervisor Password, you can skip this step, and move
on to step 2.
If you have not done this, have enrolled your fingerprint using Protector Suite, and have
already made Power-on Security effective, after step 2, your fingerprint authentication will
be necessary.

1. Turn on or restart the computer.

2. Press «F2» or «Del» while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer
starts the startup procedure.

3. Select the [Security] menu.

4. Select [Set Supervisor Password], and press «Enter».

5. Enter your password in the [Create New Password], and press «Enter».



The password will not be displayed on the screen.



You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces).



The case (upper/lower) is distinguished.



Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.



You cannot use «Ctrl» to input a password.

6. Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password], and press «Enter».

2. Set the High Security Level.

1. Select [Fingerprint Security], and press «Enter».

2. Select [Security mode], and select [High].



Default setting: Simple

3. Press «Esc» to close the sub-menu.

4. Press «F10», select [Yes], and press «Enter» to exit the Setup Utility.

NOTE

- In the [High] security mode, you have to enter the Supervisor or User Password even
after fingerprint authentication.
In the [Simple] security mode, you do not have to enter the Supervisor or User
password after fingerprint authentication.

- To use the Power-on Security feature, enable it in [Control Center].
Do not use the fingerprint lists in the Setup Utility to change the setting for [Power-on
Security] except for the specific case such as the fingerprint reader cannot be used.

Useful Information

Backup

The file described below is necessary for recovering the Fingerprint authentication data. Back up

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this file periodically in a safe location such as removable disk to avoid data loss resulting from
some accidents. We recommend you to store the file in a removable disk or network drive because
the benefit of Fingerprint authentication security can be reduced if you keep the file in the internal
hard disk drive.
The backup password described below is necessary for bypassing the Fingerprint authentication.
We recommend you set the backup password using the [User Enrollment] wizard. If you do not
define the backup password, you may lose your data in case of authentication hardware failure.



File used by each user



Backup user passport data
(Default name: <UserAccount>.vtp)
You need this file when you replace the embedded fingerprint chip, or the hard disk drive,
or when reinstalling Windows. This file contains the fingerprints, encryption keys, and
logon authentication data.

NOTE

- How to Backup:

Select [Identity] in [Account Operation] to save the user data.

*3

1. Click (Start)

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Identity] -

[Account Operation].

For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.

*3

1. Click (Start)



Password used by each user



Backup Password for Enrollment

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].

This backup password can be used in case of hardware failure to bypass the fingerprint
authentication.

CAUTION

- The passwords other than those explained above are also used for security, so do not
lose them.
For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.

1. Click (Start)

*3

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].

*3 : Windows XP: [start]

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Limitations in Use

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

Password Bank*4 limitations: The following web pages cannot be supported.
Web pages which are created by the following technologies:



Web forms created on the fly using javascript.



Web forms which looks as one form (e.g. login field, password field), but internally created
with two independent forms.



There can be auto submit problems with web forms which do not have Submit button. All
forms that you cannot submit with «Enter» will be entered by Password Bank, but not
submitted.



Password Bank*4 limitations: The following Windows applications cannot be
supported.



Applications which do not use standard Windows controls and draw controls by their own.



This includes any Java based application.

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"Sensor Scrolling Feature" is not supported.

*4 : For further information, refer to the Protector Suite Help menu.



Click (Start)*5 - [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center] - [Help] - [Help].

*5 : Windows XP: [start]

Handling & Maintenance



The enrolling and authentication sensitivity may decline under the conditions below.
Wipe off stains or moisture on the sensor surface with a soft cloth.



The surface of the fingerprint sensor is soiled with dust, skin oil, or sweat.



The surface of the fingerprint sensor is wet as a result of moisture or condensation.



Static electricity may also cause the sensor to malfunction. To make your finger static­free, touch a metal surface before placing it on the fingerprint sensor. Exercise
caution against static electricity in winter and other dry conditions.



Malfunction or damage may occur when:



The fingerprint sensor surface was damaged by the strong rubbing of a solid material,
scratches, or being pecked with a pointed item.



The sensor was touched with a finger soiled with mud, damaging the sensor surface with
a tiny substance, and staining the surface.



The sensor surface was covered with a seal, or soiled with ink.

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Deleting (Initializing) Owner’s Data

When you dispose of the computer or transfer the ownership, delete (initialize) the owner’s data to
avoid unauthorized access.

NOTE

- The data enrolled in the fingerprint sensor is not image data. You cannot restore
fingerprint image data from the data enrolled in the fingerprint sensor.

1. Disable Power-on Security

1. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.

2. Click (Start)

*6

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center].

3. Click [Identity] - [Status] - [Power-on security status].

4. Click [Edit], and remove the check mark from [Enable power-on security], and click
[Apply].

5. Click [Identity] - [Power-on Password].

6. Click [Manage Passwords...].

7. Select [Power-On] in [Password Types], and click [Unset password...].

8. Enter the Power-On password, and click [OK].

9. Click [Close].



Confirm that fingerprint data is not registered.

2. Delete Fingerprint Data.

Performed by each user.

*6

1. Click (Start)

- [All Programs] - [Protector Suite] - [Control Center].

2. Click [Identity] - [Account Operation].

3. Click [Delete user data].



At the confirmation message, click [Yes].

4. Enter Windows log on password then, click [Submit].



Confirm that there is no item in [Password Types].

3. Uninstall Protector Suite

Performed by the Computer Administrator.

1. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.

2. Close all programs.

3. Click (Start)

*6

- [Control Panel] - [Uninstall a program].

4. Double-click [Protector Suite *.*], and select [Remove].

5. Select [Remove all Protector Suite *.* data], and click [Next].



Uninstallation starts. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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6. When the "Protector Suite *.* has been successfully uninstalled." Message appears,
click [Finish].



If the confirmation message appears, click [Yes].



The computer restarts.

*6 : Windows XP: [start]

Starting Over

If the specific solutions for your problem in Troubleshooting-Fingerprint Reader do not work, you
can use these instructions as the last measure and start over. However, please note that you can
lose your data - passwords, secret keys and fingerprints.

1. Log on to Windows as an Administrator.



You can always access the computer by using your Windows log on password.

2. Try to export your passport to a file if you are planning to use your passwords, secret
keys or enrolled fingers in the future.



If you exported your passport recently, this step is not required.



If biometrics authorization works and your finger is recognized, use [Account Operation]
wizard, swipe your finger and continue according to wizard’s instructions.



If biometrics authorization works, but your finger is not recognized, you can start the
[Account Operation] wizard and export the passport even without using your fingerprint.
You need to cancel fingerprint dialog, and you will be prompted for a password. If you do
not use backup password, enter your Windows log on password. Otherwise, enter your
backup password.

CAUTION

- We recommend you set the backup password.



If biometrics authorization does not work, there is no way to backup your data.

3. Deleting the passport.



Use the [Delete your data] wizard. Please note that all your stored secret data
(passwords, [File Safe] encryption keys [Personal Safe] data) will be lost. If you backed up
the data, you can restore it in the next step; otherwise it will be lost permanently. To
perform the delete operation it is necessary to cancel the fingerprint verification operation
to get to the password dialog, then enter your Windows log on password or backup
password.

4. Make sure your fingerprint sensor is working.



Use the Tutorial wizard to verify that the fingerprint sensor works. If not, reboot and try

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5. Restore or create passport.



If you have a backup of your data, you can now use [Account Operation] wizard to restore
your data. Otherwise you can create a new passport by using the [Manage Fingerprints]
wizard.

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Modem

<Only for model with Modem>

Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack

CAUTION

- Use a surge protector since the modem may be damaged by a sudden high voltage
surge that may occur in the event of a lightning strike.

1. Open the cover (A), and connect the computer and the telephone jack (B) using the
telephone cable (C).



Hold the cable so that the shape of the connector (D) matches the port, and insert fully
until it clicks.

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<CF-53 Series>



If you connect this computer to a port replicator, remove (E)

<CF-52 Series>

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2.
Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Connect to the Internet] - [Dial-up].

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Phone and Modem
Options].

3. Change the settings as necessary.

NOTE

- Do not enter sleep*1 or hibernation during communications.

- To remove the cable, press and hold the lever and pull out.

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*1 : Windows XP: standby

Ring Resume Function

The computer automatically resumes from sleep*2 when the telephone connected to the modem
rings.

You will need software to keep the computer in idle state waiting for a phone call, and if you prefer,

*2

to turn the computer to sleep
manual of the software application.

To enable this function

1. Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Windows Fax and Scan].

2. Click [Tools] - [Fax Settings].



A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.



Check whether the modem you are using is displayed in Device name. If not, click [Select
fax device] and select the correct modem.

again afterward. For further information, refer to the instruction

3. Add a check mark for [Allow the device to receive fax calls] and click [OK].

4. Click (Start) - [Computer] - [System properties] - [Device Manager].



A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

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5. Double-click [Modems], and then double-click the internal modem.

6. Click [Power Management] and add a check mark for [Allow this device to wake the
computer], and then click [OK].

1. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware]

- [Device Manager].

2. Double-click [Modems], and then double-click the internal modem.

3. Click [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the
computer out of standby], and click [OK].

To set the time to return the computer to sleep

*2

The computer will enter sleep*2 after the set time even when the communication is not completed.
You can avoid such uncompleted communication if you select [Never], but the computer does not

return to sleep

*2

after resuming by a phone call.

1.
Click or on the notification area and click [More power options] - [Change when
the computer sleeps].

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] ­[Power Schemes].

2. Set the expected communication time for the sleep

*2

setting.

NOTE

- This function does not work when the computer is off or in hibernation.

- Connect the AC adaptor.

*2

- The screen remains dark after the computer resumes from sleep

. The previous screen

display will be restored when you touch the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for
model with touchscreen).

- The computer cannot resume if the telephone is not connected to the internal modem.
(e.g., you cannot use a PC Card modem.)

- The computer needs some time to respond, so set the calling time longer than normal. If
this is not possible on the transmission side, reduce the number of rings before

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answering on the software that you are using to keep the computer in idle waiting for the

call.

*2 : Windows XP: standby

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LAN

Connecting LAN

CAUTION

- Do not connect the telephone cable to the LAN port.

1. Turn off the computer.



Do not use sleep*1 or hibernation.

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2. Open the cover and connect the cable.



Connect the LAN port (A) and the network system (server, HUB, etc.) using a LAN cable.

<CF-53 Series>

<only for model with 2nd LAN>



If you connect this computer to a port replicator, remove (B)

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