Panasonic CF-M32 User Manual
Personal Computer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CF-M32 Series
Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First
Names of Parts
^ First-time Operation
Operation
Starting Up/Shutkr^ Down_ 15
Creating Backup OisKs.......
Compubr>g On The Road
Usmg the Battery Pack
Security Measures
Infrared Data Communications.40
Add-ons/Peripherals
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42
Troubleshooting
List of Error Codes
Dealir>g With Problems
Remstal«>g Software...»
Appendix
UUTTEO USE LICENSE AGREEMENT . . ee
WMows 95 Setup Procedure_70
Creeang a H*errwbon Data Arae 71
Setup Uteiy
Key Combinations
LED Indicators ..................... 82
Specif)catior)s
Index.......................................84
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Customer's Record
Model
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Serial
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Code
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Date
of
Purchase
CF-M32W5M Dea\er's
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Dealer's
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Please read the Operating Instructions
thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer.
Illustrations in this Manual
NOTE
CAUTION
WARNING
[Start]-[Shut Down]
(Enter)
(Ed)+(ED
NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.
CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard that may result in moderate or
serious injury, or even death.
This illustration means to click [Start], then to click [Shut Down]
(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)
This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.
This illustration means to press [Fn], and while holding down
on [Fn], to press [F2].
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights re
served. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the prior written
permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.
©Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 1998. All Rights Reserved.
Disclaimer
Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita
Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly
from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.
Trademarks
Microsoft®, MS-DOS® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation of the United States and/or other countries.
PS/2TM jg a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Pentium® is a registered trademark, and MMX"^^ is a trademark of Intel Corporation.
Panasonic® is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Inter
ference Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip
ment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communica
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal
lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the re
ceiver is connected.
• Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface cables when connecting to a
computer or peripheral. Also, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equip
ment.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Tel No:l-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)
Lithium Battery!
This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be
stored in it.
The battery should only be exchanged by service personnel.
Warning! Risk of explosion from incorrect installation or misapplication!
Read Me First
Precautions
Usage
Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold
Do not store or use the computer in locations exposed to heat, direct
sunlight, or extreme cold.
Avoid moving the computer between locations with large temperature
differences.
Operation: 5 “C to 35 °C (41 ”F to 95 "F)
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Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 “F to 140 ®F)
Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel
The display should not be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet
light.
Avoid Humidity, Liquids and Dust
Do not store or use the computer in locations exposed to high humid
ity, liquids (including rain) or dust.
Prevent Shock
Avoid subjecting the computer to severe vibrations or impact. Do not
place the computer inside a car trunk.
Handling
Avoid Radio Frequency Interference
Do not place the computer near a television or radio receiver.
Avoid Magnetic Fields
Keep the computer away from magnets.
Avoid Stacking
Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer.
Keep Small Objects Away
Do not insert paper clips or other small objects into the computer.
Do Not Disassemble the Computer
Do not attempt to disassemble your computer.
Avoid Excessive Force to the LCD Panel
Do not apply excessive downward force on the LCD Panel.
i Peripherals
Incorrectly using peripheral devices may lead to a decrease in performance, an
increase in temperature and/or damage your computer. For more information on
peripheral devices, please refer to "Add-ons / Peripherals" (cépage 42)
i Cables
Use of an interface cable longer than 3 m (9.84 feet) is not recommended.
Transporting
It is a good idea to make backup copies on floppy disks and carry them with you.
The external FDD (floppy disk drive; CF-VFDUOl) and Port Replicator (CF-
VEBM31) are required to use floppy disks.
Do not carry your computer when it is ON.
Remove ail cables before transporting your computer.
We recommend preparing a fully charged battery.
When transporting spare batteries inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recom
mended that the batteries be stored in a plastic bag.
Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the
display.
Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.
Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.
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When flying
Always carry your computer with you. Never cheek it with luggage. For use of the
computer inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy
on this issue.
Read ¡Vie First
^Maintenance
Display area
Use a soft dry cloth like gauze to lightly wipe the display.
All other areas
Wipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with
water to the soft cloth and firmly wringing it.
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# Do not use benzene or thinner, or disinfectant-type alcohol.
• Do not directly use water, liquid detergents or spray-type cleaners. If liquid
enters the computer, this may cause the computer to malfunction or become
defective.
Saving Data on the Hard Disk
Do not expose your computer to shock.
Please use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or
make your software applications and data unusable.
Do not power down your computer while software applications are running
or HDD indicator is on.
Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems ([Start]-[Shut Down]).
Save all valuable data to floppy disks.
Backing up data to floppy disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your
computer or should you inadvertently change or erase data.
The external FDD (CF-VfDUOl) and Port Replicator (CF-VEBM31) are required
to use floppy disks.
Use the security function for all important data.
page 36 - Security Measures
* This computer uses Microsoft® Windows® 95 Operating System.
Saving Data on Floppy Disks
The external FDD (CF-VFDUOl) and Port Replicator (CF-VEBM31) are required to use
floppy disks.
• Do not power down your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button
while the FDD indicator is on.
Doing .so may damage the data on the floppy disk and render the disk useless.
# Use care when handling floppy disks.
To protect the data on your floppy disks or to prevent a floppy disk from becoming
stuck in your computer, avoid the following:
• Sliding the shutter on the floppy disk manually.
• Exposing the disk to a magnetic field.
• Storing the disk in locations prone to high temperatures, low pitched noise, dampness,
or dust.
• Applying more than one label on the disk.
9 Confirm the contents of a floppy disk before formatting it.
Confirm that no important data is on the disk,
because all data on the disk will be erased.
Use the write-protect tab.
This is a must for preserving important data.
This prevents your data from being erased
or overwritten.
Write Enable Write Disable
Write-protect Tab
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Computer Viruses
Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software
and use them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
• When booting your computer.
• After receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on floppy disks or from external
sources, such as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed
files, please uncompress them before running a check).
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Names of Parts
Top Side
Panel SwitchV
When the LCD panel is closed, this
button is depressed; causing the screen
to automatically shut down or be
suspended(C3^Cautionbeiow). When
the LCD panel is opened, the screen
is turned on or resumes.
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I Trackball
A built-in pointing device
that works like a mouse. As
you spin the ball with your
fingertip, the cursor moves in
accordance with the speed
and direction of the ball’s mo
tion.
Open Latch
Open the Display
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LCP(Display)
Brightness Adjustment
Click B^utto^n^l
When pressed while the trackball is
in use, the buttons select items or per
form other operations (o page 17).
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To suspend the screen, I Panel Switch] must be set to {Suspend] (page 26) in
(Panasonic Power Management], Do not reopen the LCD panel until the power
indicator is blinking green. If the LCD pane] is reopened before this happens, it may
remain suspended and resuming may not be possible. In such cases, close the LCD
panel again and wait a few seconds before reopening it.
Front / Right Side
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Speaker
Volume Control: O + |[^ or
Speaker on/off: [FnJ +
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Power Switch
POWER ►
(Q=page 15)
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Microphone Jack
Connect a monaural dy
namic microphone which
has a mini-jack.
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Using an input source other than a
monaural dynamic microphone may
not allow audio to be input or may dam
age the equipment.
PC Card Slots
Set the PC Cards that conform to the PC
Card standard. (Qppage 46)
Headphone Jack
Use this connector to connect headphones or
amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio output
from the internal speaker is disabled when
headphones or outside speakers connected.
Left Side
The USB port allows the mouse, modem, printer, and other
peripheral devices to be connected while the power is on.
To use the USB port, you may need to install a driver for
your USB devices and [USB Port] must be set to [En
abled], (O’page 78, 79)
Infrared Communication
Port
(Q=page 40)
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Names of Parts
Rear / Bottom Side
Battery Pack Release Lever | ^
Slide this lever when removing the battery pack.
— Remove this screw when installing
or removing a RAM module.
Reset Button
When restarting your computer, use
a dull pointed object like a ball point
pen.
Do not use a pencil. Pencil lead can
break off inside the computer and
damage the computer’s circuit.
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Battery Pack Connector
Install the battery pack. (c?page 30)
r,
Do not install a battery pack other than
the battery pack (CF-VZSU05) or the
optional Extended life Battery Pack (CFVZSU06).
If a problem occurs but your
computer does not lock, we rec
ommend not pressing the reset
button, it will cause you to lose
data if an application is open.
Please read the steps below to help you learn what items are included, and to gain an
understanding of some basic computer-related operations.
t Confirm the inclusion of all parts
Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items
are missing or is not working properly, please contact Panasonic Technical Sup
port.
Connputer
AC Adapter AC Cord
CF-AA1527
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Port Replicator.
CF-VEBM31 CF-VZSU05 CF-VFDU01
Operating Instructions.. 1
FIRSTAID CD
Battery Pack. External FDD
Windows 95 System Pack
(Microsoft Corporation)
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Windows 95 CD-ROM Registration Floppy disk label
book card
2 Turn your computer over,
install the battery pack
{O’page 32)
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First-time Operation
3 Connect your computer to a power outlet
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Handling the AC adapter
• Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may dam
age the connections.
• Use only the specified AC adapter with your computer. Using an AC
adapter other than the one supplied or car adapter might damage the
battery and/or the computer.
• When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC
cord from your AC wall outlet.
(If the cord is kept connected, a very low level of power equivalent to approx. 0.6 W will
be consumed.)
• Problems such as sudden voltage drops or surges may arise during pe
riods of thunder and lightning. Since this could adversely affect your
computer, an uninterruptible power source (UPS) is highly recom
mended unless a battery pack is installed.
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4 Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT (cs-page 69)
To open the display, slide the latch located at the front and lift open the display.
Before removing the seal covering the power switch, please read the LIMITED
USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. Removal of this seal indicates agreement to the
temris specified. After you have agreed to the terms, you may turn your computer
on.
Slide the power switch
toward the rear of the
computer and hold it
for approximately one
second until the power
indicator (^) turns on
before releasing it.
(0=next page "CAU
TION")
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H if the power switch is held for more than four seconds at the ON position,
the power goes OFF. Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more than
four seconds.
0 After confirming that the power indicator has turned on, do not touch the
power switch until Windows setup has started.
Q Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least five seconds be
fore powering it on again.
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note}-
The computer will not power on when the LCD panel is closed.
5 Setup Windows
The [Windows 95 Setup Wizard] will run after the computer is turned on. Simply
follow the on-screen instructions.
When the setup procedure is completed, the Windows screen appears.
Xnote)-
Please read the supplemental “Windows 95 Setup Procedure” for a more
detailed explanation (Q^page 70).
Moving the cursor or selecting items can be done through the trackball
and click buttons. (CFpage 17).
If the display is dim or the sound quality is not right, you can adjust the
brightness and volume, (cépage 8, 9, 80).
The power saving function is factory set to remove power from the display
if the computer is not operated or no access is made to a device for two
minutes (Battery) or thirty minutes (AC). The display will resume normal
operation if the trackball is moved or if a key on the keyboard is depressed.
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FSrsMim© ©peraiiooDi
Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer 4.01 places a tremendous load on the system in order to execute the
wide variety of functions that it provides. As a result, some unexpected faults may
occur.
If any of these faults occurs, try using the software with some Internet Explorer 4.01
functions turned off. (See Internet Explorer Help for more details.)
O It takes a long time to reboot or the computer locks up.
Delete the check mark for [Internet Explorer Channel Bar] in [Control Panel] -
[Display] - [Web], then press [OKj.
O A system module error occurs.
Set 10 (None)] for [Wallpaper] in [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Background].
© Performing the above steps does not solve tbe problem.
Uninstall Internet Explorer 4.01 with the following step.
Select [Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] [Add/Remove Programs] - [Install/Uninstall] and press [Add/Remove], Follow the
on-screen instructions.
O If a window with tbe message [Version Conflict] appears during the installa
tion process (network card and application installation), select [Yes].
Proper operation may not be possible if [No] is selected.
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starting Up/Shutting Down
Starting Up
7 open the display
Slide the latch as shown and lift open the dis
play.
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The computer will not power on when the
LCD Panel is closed.
2 Turn your computer on
Slide the power switch toward the rear of the
computer and hold it for approximately one
second until the power indicator (^) turns
on before releasing it.
If the power switch is held for more than four seconds at the ON position,
the power goes OFF. Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more
than four seconds.
After confirming that the power indicator has turned on, do not touch the
power switch until Windows has completely started up. Also do not per
form any keyboard or trackball operations.
Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least five seconds
before powering it on again.
When the CPU temperature rises, the computer does not power on to pre
vent the CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to
cool down then switch the power on again.
If the computer still does not turn on, please contact Panasonic Technical
Support.
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If H is displayed,
you must first enter your User Password (cépage 36).
Upon entering your
User Password and
pressing [Enter],
If the correct password is input,
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Over three incorrect attempts,
* If you are starting from the suspend mode (q> page 18), if
after three attempts the correct password is not input, or if no
password is entered for about a minute, the computer returns
to the suspend mode.
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If the display on the right appears«
The network password has been
set. To read and write data to
other computers, the correct
password must be entered.
When an application or file that was previously displayed appears on your screen,
this means the suspend or hibernation mode (C3*page 18) has been set.
3 Select your application
You are able to start working on your computer.
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^ Will Not Starts
(Power off),
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The power saving function is factory .set to remove power from the display if
the computer is not operated or no access is made to a device for two minutes
(Battery) or thirty minutes (AC). The display will resume normal operation if
the trackball is moved or if a key on the keyboard is depressed.
Using the Trackball and Click Buttons
Trackball
A built-in pointing device that works like a mouse. As
Rear Button
Front Button
you spin the ball with your fingertip, the cursor moves in
accordance with the speed and direction of the ball's mo
tion.
Click Buttons
When pressed while the trackball is in use, the buttons select
items or perform other operations.
Clicking
or
Double-clicking
While holding
down the button,
spinning the
trackball with
your fingertips
NOTE>
The actions of the two buttons vary according to the software application being
used. Normally the rear button is used to perform actions.
To change the settings for the front and rear buttons of the trackball, and the left
and right buttons of the mouse, select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] -
[Mouse],
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This procedure is shutting down without using the suspend or hibernation function.
1 To shut down, save all data and select [Shut Down] from
the [Start] menu
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From the keyboard,
You may choose to press down on
i^l then select [Shut Down].
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^Confirm shutdown
Select [Shut down], then click [OK].
Your computer will power off automatically.
# Restarting your computer (without shutting down)
Select [Restart], then click [OK].
^NOTE>
To quickly resume computer operation after shutting down,
The suspend or hibernation functions is available. (Q= below)
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• Do not power off your computer while the HDD indicator is on.
It may damage data on the hard disk.
• If the computer will not be used for a long period of time, power off and
disconnect the AC adapter.
(If the cord is kept connected, a very low level of power equivalent to approx. 0,6 W will be
consumed.)
Cancel
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Starting Up Your Computer Quickly
If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down
your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function.
# Differences between suspend and hibernation function
Function Suspend function Hibernation function
Where data is saved to
Speed Fast
Requires power supplyYes (if power is cut,
Memory
all data is lost)
Hard disk
Somewhat slow
Power not required to
maintain data
Shutting Down
O Using the suspend or hibernation function
It is necessary to set the suspend or hibernation function using the Panasonic Power
Management Setting.
^ Click [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel]
2 Double-click [Panasonic Power Management] 3 Click [Operation Setting], then set [Suspend] or [Hiber
nation] for [Power Switch]
4 Click [OK]
Power Switch
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O If the internal speaker is off by pressing [FnJ + [F8J, the "beep" sound will
not be heard.
® You can also run [Power Management] from the Setup Utility (G’page 76).
• Save all data before powering off your computer.
• If the power switch is held for more than four seconds at the ON position,
the "beep" sound will come out again and the power will go OFF without
activation of the suspend or hibernation function. Do not slide the power
switch and hold it for more than four seconds.
• When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode,
do not touch the trackball (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is
connected). There are cases where these devices will fail to operate; you
will have to restart your computer using the keyboard 18 "NOTE").
• Do not use the suspend or hibernation function during the following peri
ods (you may corrupt your data or file):
• While the FDD, HDD or CD-ROM is being u.sed.
• While playing/recording audio files.
• While communications software is being u.sed.
• While PC Cards (a SCSI card or ATA card etc.) are being used.
Do not touch the power switch
while your computer is entering
the suspend or hibernation mode.
At the "beep" sound, release your finger.
Suspend Mode or
Hibernation Mode
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starting Up/Shutting Down
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# Do not use the suspend or hibernation function when using an OS other than
Windows 95, the Setup Utility, or when experiencing static electricity or noise.
® If you hold down on the fÄi^ ¿Ctrl] or (shiftl to enter the suspend or hibernation
mode, after resuming operation, you must press the same key. For example,
if you hold down on the [Shiiil key while sliding the power switch, upon
resuming, if you do not press the [Shift) key again, only capital letters will
result from typing.
0 If your computer locks up, press the reset button. All data not saved is lost
when this button is pressed.
# In the suspend mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards (e.g., a modem card)
are inserted, more power is consumed. When all power has been consumed,
all data at shut down is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore
recoinmend plugging in the AC adapter when using the suspend function.
0 Set [USB Port] of [Supervisor Setup] to [Disabled] in the Setup Utility when
using the suspend or hibernation function.
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A fixed memory data writing area is needed on the hard disk to use the
hibernation function. This area is already created on the hard disk at the
time of purchase. It will be necessary to create the area again if you change
the hard disk partitions (C?page 71).
Resuming Operation
If is displayed upon sliding the power switch,
your password has been set (C3>page 16).
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If the power switch is held for more than four seconds at the ON position,
the power goes OFF. Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more
than four seconds.
Do not perform any keyboard operations or move the mouse until Win
dows has completely started up.
When operation resumes, serial devices such as a mouse or modem, or
your PC Cards may not work. In such cases, you will need to restart your
computer or reinitialize the individual devices.
Power Switch
Creating Backup Disks
Create the backup disks (total of 2 disks), listed below, in case you need to reinstall the
software (e.g., if the hard disk contents are erased).
1. Windows 95 CD-ROM Setup Boot Disk (1 disk)
2. FIRSTAID FD(1 disk)
Backup disks may be created repeatedly, however, they cannot be recreated
after reinstallation.
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-—The following items are necessary:
• Port Replicator
• External floppy disk drive
• Two 2HD floppy disks (Not included)
® Floppy disk label "Microsoft Windows 95 CD-ROM Setup Boot Disk"
• One floppy disk label (Not included)
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1 Power off your computer (cépage 18) and disconnect the
AC adapter
Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode.
2 Turn over the computer 3 If an Extended life Battery Pack (CF-vzsuo6) is connected
to your computer, remove it (cépage 32)
If you are using the included battery pack, it does not need to be removed.
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Creating Backup Disks
4 Attach the Port Replicator (cépage 42)
5 Attach the external floppy disk drive (o^-page 45)
Floppy Disk
Drive
Push in the connector until both
sides lock, making sure that the con
nector position and orientation are
correct.
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6 Connect the AC adapter, then open the display panel and
turn on the power
The Windows screen will be displayed.
7 Click [Start], then move the cursor to [Programs]-
[Panasonic],then click [Create FIRSTAID FD]
Follow the instructions on the display. After this, place a label on each disk for
identification purposes.
Make a copy of the CD-ROM driver
Copy the necessary drivers, from the floppy disk included with your CD-ROM
drive, to the Windows 95 CD-ROM Setup Boot Disk. It will be necessary to
edit the CONHG.SYS file and AUTOEXEC.BAT file on the Windows 95 CDROM Setup Boot Disk. When editing the AUTOEXEC.BAT file, be careful
not to delete lines containing settings for CAB files to be copied to the C drive
on the hard disk.
Some CD-ROM drives require card managers (card and socket service). See
the manual included with your CD-ROM drive for further details.
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It may take several minutes to reboot the computer.
Please store the floppy disks in a safe place. They will enable you to return
your computer to close to the condition at the time of purchase should any
problems occur.
Do not remove the floppy disk while the FDD indicator is on, power down
your computer or use the suspend or hibernation function.
When creating floppy disks, do not run any other application program.
When creating floppy disks and the message [Insufficient files to copy] is
displayed, click [OK] and then contact Panasonic Technical Support.
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Computing On The Road
One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of com
puting away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how
to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing.
Four Important Points
< POINT 7> Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
, POINT 2 To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power
management mode.
. POINT 3 Check to see that you have your AC adapter with you
before leaving your home or office.
Purchasing an extra battery (CF-VZSU05W/06W) is highly rec
ommended.
POINT 4 Always watch your battery level!
Conserving Power
Things to Remember
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( Leave your computer off when it is not in use (cépage 18) P Adjust the brightness (dark) with(^+(F2| (cépage so)
> Before stepping away from your computer, press ^n\+
[FIO] to put your computer in the standby mode(a=page 81)
The standby mode helps you conserve power by cutting off power to the harddi
drive’s motor and display. To resume, you may press any key other than [Fn)
move the trackball.
isk
In the power management mode, the setting of [Power
Saving] is recommended (cépage 26)
or
Enter the following settings under [Operation Setting] in
[Panasonic Power Management] (cépage 26)
* Panel Switch: Suspend
The system will enter suspend mode and the power indicator will blink green
when the LCD panel is closed. The system will resume when the LCD panel is
opened.
• Automatic Hibernation: Enabled
After the system enters the suspend mode, it will automatically change to hiber
nation mode when a preset length of time, set in the [Operation Setting], has
elapsed.
Tiirn Off PC Card in Suspend Mode: Enabled
The PC Card power is turned off in suspend mode.
NOTE>
If you plan to use only the battery pack or set the power management, it is
necessary to check [Allow Windows to manage power use on this com
puter] in [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Power]. If the check is
removed, the time may not be displayed properly when operation is re
sumed from the suspend or hibernation mode or the operating time with
the battery pack may become short (the power management function of
Windows does work).
When the modem is connected through a PC Card, [Wake up the computer
when the phone rings] in [Control Panel ¡-[Power] is disabled.
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Setting Panasonic Power Management
(How to set [Power Saving] and [Operation Setting])
y Click [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], then double
click [Panasonic Power Management]
Or, double-click the icon in the task bar.
(The icon is not displayed, if (Show settings icon on the task bar] in [Panasonic
Power Management] is not set.
2 Click [Power Saving] tab, then set [Power Saving] under
[Battery] or [AC]
Xnote>
• When this command is used, if the AC adapter is connected, the [AC] set
ting will be enabled. If the AC adapter is not connected, the [Battery] set
ting will be enabled.
• The [pn] and |P6| keys can be pressed together to toggle the mode in the
following sequence; Standard -> Power Saving —> User Setting.
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3 Click [Operation Setting] tab, then set [Suspend] under
[Panel Switch]
4 Enter a check next to [Enable Automatic Hibernation], and
set the time which must elapse before the change takes
place
5 Select [Turn Off PC Card in Suspend Mode]
6 Click [OK]
Xnote)
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You can also run [Power Management] from the Setup Utility (Cépage 76).
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Panasonic Power Management Settings
The settings are the same for [AC] and for (Battery).
Setting
Function
Standard Power
Saving
CPU Speed (%) 100 25
Standby Timeout (min) 30 2
Suspend Timeout (min) Disabled 10
LCD Backiight Bright Power
Saving
• Standby Timeout
Suspend Timeout
LCD Backlight
: When the computer is idle or a device is not ac
cessed, the computer enters the standby mode af
ter a preset interval of time.
When [USB Port] of [Supervisor Setup] is set to
[Enabled] in Setup Utility, this function is disabled.
: When the computer is idle or a device is not ac
cessed, the computer enters the suspend mode af
ter a preset interval of time.
When [USB Port] of [Supervisor Setup] is set to
[Enabled] in Setup Utility, this function is disabled.
: [Bright] [Medium] [Dark] [Power Saving]
Bright <
-------------
User Setting
100, 75,50, 25, 12.5
I, 2, 5, 10, 15, 30, Disable
1,2, 5, 10, 15,30, Disable
Bright, Medium, Dark,
Power Saving
---------------------> Dark
When installed in a network environment.
After resuming operation from the hibernation mode, the network connection may be
severed or the computer will not work properly.
When a device like a high-speed modem or ISDN terminal adapter is con
nected to the serial port, etc., or if the infrared communications port is
being used for data transfer.
There are times when high-speed communication is adversely affected If the power
management function is enable. Please disable the power management function.
Key operation and music playback.
When the power management function is running, the keyboard and trackball opera
tions may feel sluggish. Also, music may not play correctly when entering the standby
mode during operation.
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