PANASONIC Toughbook CF-18 User Manual

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Personal Computer

Reference Manual

Model No. CF-18 Series

Contents

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

Tablet PC

Key Combinations ..............................................3

LED Indicators .................................................... 6

Tablet Buttons..................................................... 7

Touch Pad (Advanced) .......................................... 8

Digitizer (Advanced) .................................................... 14

Display Rotation .............................................. 17

Standby/Hibernation Functions ..................... 20

Security Measures ........................................... 24

Computing on the Road .................................. 28

Battery Power .................................................. 29

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

RAM Module ..................................................... 38

Port Replicator ................................................. 40

External Display .............................................. 41

USB Devices .................................................... 44

Modem .............................................................. 46

LAN ................................................................... 48

Wireless LAN ................................................... 50

Hard Disk Drive ................................................ 53

Setup Utility ..................................................... 55

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

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

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

Dealing with Problems (Advanced) ................... 63

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Read Me First

If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may be not displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with administrator authority to enable these functions. Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.

Illustrations used in this Reference Manual

NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

CAUTION: CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or moder-

ate injury.

WARNING: WARNING indicates a hazard that may result in moderate or seri-

ous injury.

Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.

Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the

[F5] key.

[start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run].

For some applications, you may need to double-click.

: This illustration means to refer to the Operating Instructions or Supple-

mentary Instructions.

Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to understand. About the terminology used in this manual and the Setup Utility concerning the internal LCD and an external display

This manual and the Setup Utility

Simultaneous display on both the LCD and external display

* Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics].

[Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/ GME Graphics Controller Properties]*

Intel(R) Dual Display CloneTo display the same screen

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Key Combinations

CAUTION

Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse), the digitizer or other keys.

NOTE

Do not press the following key combinations until you log on to Windows and the hard disk drive indicator turns off. Note, however, that the key combinations Fn + F1 , Fn + F2 and Fn + F3 are operable in the Setup Utility. The key combinations below may not work while some applications are running. Besides, the popup window may not be displayed depending on the state of the application you are using(e.g., when the [Command Prompt] screen is set to “Full Screen”).

Key Popup Window

Fn + F1

Fn + F2

Fn + F3

Functions Function Descriptions

LCD brightness control ( down) LCD brightness control ( up)

Display change

Pressing this key combination adjusts the brightness of LCD. The brightness setting is stored in memory separately under the condition the AC adaptor is connected and under the condition the AC adaptor is not connected.

By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external display, internal LCD or simultaneous. ( page 41) This key combination does not work when the [Command Prompt] screen is set to “Full Screen” .

(Displayed after logging on to Windows)

CAUTION

Do not press another key until the display destination has been completely switched. Do not press this key combination in the following conditions.

• While MPEG files are playing

• When the Extended Desktop is being utilized

NOTE

When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, this key operation may not work. In this case, log on with the administrator authority again, not using the Fast User Switching function, and try the operation once more.

Fn + F4

Fn + F5

Fn + F6

Speakers on/off switch

Volume control ( down) Volume control ( up)

Pressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speakers and headphone jack.

NOTE

Disabling the speakers will also disable the warning beep. Speakers connected to the USB port cannot be muted.

Pressing this key combination adjusts the volume of the internal speaker and headphone jack.

NOTE

This key combination cannot be used to adjust the volume of the warning beep or speakers connected to the USB port.

OFF

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Key Combinations

Key Popup Window

Fn + F7

Fn + F9

F10

Functions Function Descriptions

Power off using the standby function

Remaining capacity of the battery pack

Power off using the hibernation function

Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to memory, and powers off the computer. ( page 20)

Pressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen. ( page 30)

Pressing this key combination causes the current status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk, and powers off the computer. ( page 20)

(Displayed after logging on to Windows)

Remaining capacity (%) display

Battery pack is not inserted.

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Key Combinations

Hotkey Settings

There are two Fn key functions as follows:

Fn key lock function After Fn is pressed once, it stays in the “pressed” position until another key is pressed. This is convenient when it is difficult to press two buttons simultaneously. Popup windows display ON/OFF

Settings

1 Run the Hotkey Settings.

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

2 Set the parameters.

Add the check mark if you want to enable the Fn key lock function. The following Fn key lock function will then be enabled. To use Fn only once: 1 Press Fn once. (Locked)

To use Fn successively: 1 Press Fn twice. (Locked)

This setting is only available when [Use Fn key lock] is checked.

[Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]*1: Notifies the user with a sound when Fn is pressed, locked, or released. [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the taskbar.

: Fn is locked : Fn is not locked

2 Press another key for combination. (Lock released)

2 Press another key for combination.

Fn key remains locked until Fn is pressed once more.

Add the check mark if you want to turn the popup window display function OFF. The full-screen display of [Command Prompt] screen or MPEG files may change to a window display if Fn + Fx *2 keys are pressed. To prevent this, turn the popup window display function OFF.

3 Select [OK].

NOTE

The Fn key lock function also works with Fn and other keys (e.g., , ) aside from Fx *2. Each user can select separate settings for whether or not to use the Hotkey settings.

*1 If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep

*2“ Fx ” indicates any function key from F1 to F10 .

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LED Indicators

Caps Lock

NumLk (Numeric key)

ScrLk (Scroll lock)

Hard disk drive status

Battery pack status

This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non-shifted input is capitalized.

These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed. This causes a portion of the keyboard to function as a numeric keypad. The [Enter] key functions differently depending on the application.

This indicator lights green when Fn + ScrLk are pressed. Scroll lock functions differently depending on the application.

This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is accessed.

Not lit : Battery pack is not connected or charging not be-

ing performed.

Orange*1: Charging in progress. Green*1 : Fully-charged. Blinking green : In high temperature mode, the battery pack is dis-

charging to a level of 80%*2 in normal temperature mode. ( page 31) Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green.

Red : The battery level is very low (the charge is less than

approx. 9% capacity). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.

Blinking red*1 : Battery pack or charging may not be working prop-

erly. Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Blinking orange*1 : Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because

the internal temperature of the battery pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be used normally.

Blinking green and orange alternately:

Warming up the system to prevent hard disk drive malfunctions at low temperature. Leave your computer as is. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, your computer will start automatically.

Power status

*1When the AC adaptor is connected.

A level of 80% in normal temperature mode is displayed as [100%] in high temperature mode.

Not lit : Power off / Hibernation mode Green : Power on Blinking green : Standby mode

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Tablet Buttons

When the Windows screen is displayed, you can use the tablet buttons to perform the following operations.

Button

NOTE

When you press the tablet button, there may be cases that the message “Your tablet computer can not perform this action. For assistance, contact your software manufacturer.” is displayed. This, however, is not a malfunction. Select [OK] and press the button again.

Functions

LCD brightness control ( down / up)

Input Panel

Enter

Rotation

Security

Function Descriptions

Pressing these buttons adjust the brightness of LCD. ( page 3)

Pressing this buttons starts up the Tablet PC Input Panel. For detailed information, refer to Windows help. (This button will not work on the Welcome screen.)

Same operations as when Enter is pressed.

Pressing this button rotates the display. ( page 17)

Same operation as when Ctrl + Alt + Del are pressed.

Changing the Settings of Tablet Buttons

The input panel, enter, and rotation buttons can be assigned key operations other than those listed above, as well as for application software or Windows operations.

1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings]

- [Tablet Buttons].

2 Select the tablet button you want to change and select [Change]. 3 Select the function to be assigned to the button from the [Action] list.

When you select [Launch an application], select [Browse] to set [Program location]. When you select [Press a key or key combination], select the keys box and press the key or the key combination you want to use.

4 Select [OK].

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

Work Surface

Right Button

Left Button

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

Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM Wheel Mode

(Setting at the time of purchase)

Wheel mode operations (almost identical to the case of using the Microsoft IntelliMouseTM for scroll, zoom, etc., operations) are possible for Microsoft® wheel function-compatible applications.

Microsoft® IntelliMouseTM is a mouse-type device that, in addition to the two conventional buttons, incorporates a wheel able to rotate forwards/backwards.

Scrolling Area

Scrolling up/down

For the Pan and Auto Scroll functions, the entire work surface of the touch pad can be used for scrolling.

Only scroll operation is possible for appli-

cations not compatible with the Microsoft wheel function.

Even for applications compatible with the Microsoft® wheel function, there are cases where only vertical scrolling or only horizontal scrolling is possible in this mode.

Scrolling Area

Scrolling side-to-side

Possible when a check mark is added for [Horizontal].

Original Mode

Scrolling up/down

Possible when a check mark is added for [Vertical].

: Typical mouse operations use this area.

When no check mark is added for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode], [Horizontal] and [Vertical] of [Scroll Configuration], the entire surface can be used for typical

mouse operations.

NOTE

When the display is rotated, the scroll functions described above will not work. When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft wheel function or not, try using both modes. Furthermore, depending on the application, there are cases where scrolling may not be possible with either mode.

Changing the mode of the touch pad

1 Select from the taskbar or select [Mouse] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers

and Other Hardware], and then select [TouchPad].

2 To set the Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel mode

Add the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration]. To set the original mode Delete the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration] and then add the check mark for [Vertical] and/or [Horizontal].

3 Select [OK].

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

Wheel

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

Indicates an operation applicable to the original mode.

Original

Function

Moving the Cursor

Tapping/Clicking

Double-Tapping/ Double-Clicking

Dragging

Scroll*

Scroll a document (rotate the wheel)

Wheel Original

Touch Pad Operation

Move the tip of your finger lightly over the surface.

tapping clicking

double-tapping

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

Wheel

double-clicking

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

Original

Auto Scroll*

Wheel

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

Operate after pressing the two buttons simultaneously.

When releasing the auto scroll function:

One tap on the work surface.

Pan*

Wheel

Scroll in various directions of a document (move the mouse slightly while holding down the wheel)

Operate while holding down the two buttons.

Within the parentheses () are operations to follow when using an external Microsoft IntelliMouse™.

* The movements will differ depending on the application.

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

Function

Zoom*

Magnify/reduce the display of a document. (rotate the wheel while holding down Ctrl )

Data Zoom*

Display or hide a document, or perform operations to return to or proceed with Internet Explorer. (rotate the wheel while holding down Shift )

Within the parentheses () are operations to follow when using an external Microsoft IntelliMouse™.

* The movements will differ depending on the application.

Wheel

Touch Pad Operation

Ctrl +

Shift +

Magnify

Reduce

CAUTION

Do not remove [touchpad] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [Mice and other pointing devices].

NOTE

The double-tapping speed of the touch pad can be changed using the following menu. [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] - [Tap and Buttons] [Double-click Speed] The touch pad cannot be used in the Setup Utility.

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

When you want to use an external mouse through the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator

When an external mouse or trackball with additional functions (e.g., wheel function) is connected, a part or all of the additional functions may fail to operate. To use these additional functions, perform the operation below. If you are using a USB mouse, the following operation is unnecessary.

1 In [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], select [touchpad] and then select

[Change/Remove] to delete it, then select [Yes] to confirm the deletion.

2 When the message “The uninstallation was completed.” is displayed, select [OK]. 3 In [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] -

[Device Manager] - [Mice and other pointing devices], select [touchpad], then select [Roll Back Driver] at [Driver]. At the confirmation message, select [Yes].

4 Select [Close].

• The display will ask you to restart Windows. Select [No].

5 Power off your computer (

external mouse or trackball device to the computer.

6 Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 55). In [Main] menu, set

[Touch Pad] to [Disable].

7 Close the Setup Utility by pressing F10 . At the confirmation message, select

[Yes].

8 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority (only necessary when mul-

tiple accounts are created).

9 If the display asks you to restart Windows, select [Yes]. 10 Following the operating instructions of the connected external mouse, install the

necessary driver.

“Starting Up/Shutting Down”) and connect the

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

When you want to re-enable the touch pad

1 Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or trackball de-

vice. (Refer to the operating instructions of the external device on how to uninstall the driver.) If the explanation of uninstalling the driver or application software can not be found in the operating instructions for the external device, execute the following steps.

In [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] [Device Manager], when an external mouse or trackball device is displayed in [Mice and other pointing devices], press Del to delete it and then select [OK] to confirm the deletion.

2 The display will ask you to restart Windows. Select [No]. 3 Power off your computer (

external mouse or trackball device.

4 Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility ( page 55). In [Main] menu, set

[Touch Pad] to [Enable].

5 Close the Setup Utility by pressing F10 . At the confirmation message, select

[Yes].

6 Log on to Windows with the administrator authority (only necessary when mul-

tiple accounts are created).

7 In [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] - [Hardware], select

the external mouse or trackball device and then select [Properties].

8 Select [Driver] and then select [Update Driver]. 9 At [Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard], select [Install from a list or specific

location] and then select [Next].

10 Select [Don’t search. I will choose the driver to install.] and then select [Next]. 11 Select [Have Disk], input [c:\util\drivers\mouse] at [Copy manufacturer’s files from],

then select [OK].

12 Select [touchpad] and then select [Next]. If same item names are displayed, se-

lect one. If [xx has not passed Windows Logo testing....] is displayed, select [Con-

tinue Anyway].

13 Select [Finish] and then select [Close]. 14 The display will ask you to restart Windows. Select [Yes].

“Starting Up/Shutting Down”) and remove the

NOTE

When [PS/2 Compatible Mouse] is displayed in [Mice and other pointing devices]:

1 Double-click [PS/2 Compatible Mouse]. 2 Select [Driver] - [Update Driver], then select [Install from a list or specific

location (Advanced)], and then select [Next].

3 Select [Don’t search, I will choose the driver to install], then select [Next]. 4 Select [touchpad], then select [Next]. 5 If the message “Hardware installation” is displayed, select [Continue Anyway]. 6 Select [Finish], then select [Close]. 7 The display will ask you to restart Windows, select [Yes].

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Touch Pad (Advanced)

Handling the Touch Pad

If a key combination such as Fn + F5 is used while the pad is being touched, the function of the key combination may not work. In addition, it is possible that control of the cursor will be lost and the cursor will not show proper movements. In such cases, the computer has to be restarted by using the keyboard (e.g., ). The touch pad is designed to be used with a fingertip only. Therefore, avoid the following actions, which may cause damage to the work surface.

• Placing any object on the work surface

• Pressing down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails) or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens)

Try to avoid having any harmful substances such as oil, come in contact with the touch pad. The cursor may not work properly in such cases. When the touch pad becomes dirty: Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied with detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung. Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect the surface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface.

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Digitizer (Advanced)

Your computer is equipped with a digitizer function allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the pen (included). (The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings). The operation settings can be changed. ( page 15)

Moving the cursor

Cursor

Double-clicking

Two quick taps

Right-clicking

Press and hold down the pen button, then tap the object.

Pen

Pen Button

Clicking

One tap

Dragging

Touch and hold the object (i. e. file or icon), move the pen on the surface (dragging the object to the desired location), then release the pen.

CAUTION

When the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously, the digitizer function cannot be used when the area of either display is set larger than default setting of the display resolution. Even when only an external display is in use, the cursor will move on the external display if you touch the surface of the internal LCD with the pen or bring the pen close to the surface of the internal LCD when the digitizer driver is active. Therefore, do not touch the internal LCD when only an external display is in use. If a change is made to the display resolution, or the cursor can not be pointed

correctly with the pen, be sure to perform [Calibration]. ( page 15) The digitizer function can not be used when using the full screen in [Command

Prompt].

NOTE

You can move the cursor by bringing the pen close to the screen, without actually touching the screen’s surface. For information on how to use the pen (included), refer to [Get Going with Tablet PC] in [start] - [All Programs]. Do not move the pen too quickly. If the pen moves too quickly, the cursor may be unable to follow its movement. If you cannot click on the edge of the screen, hold the pen perpendicular to the display and try clicking again.

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Digitizer (Advanced)

Configuring the Digitizer

1 Select from the taskbar or select [start] - [Control Panel] -

[Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings]. The following screen will be displayed.

Display

Set the display angle and the order of display rotation positions.

Tablet Buttons

Change the settings of the tablet buttons ( page 7).

Pen Options

Set the pen actions.

Calibration

Define the calibration setup. Use when the cursor can not be pointed correctly with the pen. (Needed if the alignment of the digitizer with the visual image change or adjust the display resolution). When you perform the calibration, hold the pen at the same angle as you would when actually using it. Perform the calibration separately for

[Landscape] and [Portrait]. ( page 17)

NOTE

Rotates the display to [Primary landscape] before performing the calibration. ( page 17) For more information, refer to [Help].

2 Make necessary changes. 3 Select [OK].

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Digitizer (Advanced)

Handling the Digitizer

Use the pen included with the computer. You cannot use an implement other than the pen that comes with the computer. Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens). Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen. Do not allow contact with substances that could dirty the screen, such as oil.

When the screen becomes dirty:

Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth included with the computer. Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol. For more information, refer to “Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface” that comes with the soft cloth. Because the digitizer uses electromagnetic induction, it may malfunction in locations such as the following, where strong electrical fields or magnetic fields occur:

• Near AM radio base station or relay station antennas

• Near some CRT displays that generate strong electromagnetic field noise Even if the digitizer does malfunction, it will return to normal operations when the computer is no longer in close proximity to the locations described above.

Handling the Pen

The pen has a built-in pressure sensor to detect the touch of the pen tip. Avoid strong shocks (such as dropping the pen), excessive pressure on the pen tip, or allowing the pen to become wet. These may result in malfunctions or damage to the pen. Clean the pen tip and screen prior to operation. Foreign particles can scratch the screen and impede the operation of the pen. Use the pen only for the computer screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage the pen and scratch the screen.

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Display Rotation

After windows is started up, you can rotate the display and perform the touch pad and digitizer operations in the rotated mode.

Rotating the Display

Press the rotation button .

Each time this button is pressed, the screen display rotates counter-clockwise by 90º. ( below “Changing the Settings”).

Secondary

Landscape

NOTE

You can also rotate the display in the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Tablet and Pen Settings] - [Display] Be sure to use the above procedures to rotate the display. If you exit Windows while the display is rotated, the next time Windows is started up, the operation of the touch pad will not match the display angle for a few seconds.

Portrait

Secondary Landscape

Primary PortraitPrimary

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Display Rotation

Changing the Settings

By using the Display Rotation Tool, you can change the settings of the display rotation.

1 Right-click on the taskbar, and then select [Setting]. 2 Change the settings.

In the following cases, the display is automatically set to the default angle.

• When switching from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa (

Tablet Mode”)

• When Windows is started up

• When another user logs on with the Fast User Switching function

“Operating in

3 Select [OK].

NOTE

You can set the order of display rotation positions in the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Tablet and Pen Settings] - [Display] - [Change]

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Display Rotation

Exiting the Tool

Right-click on the taskbar, and then select [Exit].

If you exit the tool:

• The operation of the touch pad will not match the display angle when the display is rotated.

• The setting of the display rotation ( page 18) will not be effective.

In the default mode, the Display Rotation Tool will start up when Windows starts up. To restart the tool after exiting: Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Display Rotation Tool].

NOTE

While the display is rotated:

• Do not use the Extended Desktop (The touch pad or the digitizer may fail to operate properly.)

• Do not calibrate the digitizer.

• Do not set the display resolution larger than the resolution of the internal LCD.

• The computer’s performance will decrease somewhat.

If moving video media is played while the display is rotated, the picture may not be displayed properly or the sound may be broken up. This problem can be corrected by rotating the display to [Primary Landscape]. The touch pad scroll, zoom, and data zoom functions do not work while the display is rotated. The display cannot be rotated when the [Command Prompt] is set to “Full Screen”. If the display is rotated when the resolution is set to 800x600 pixels or 640x480 pixels, depending on the Windows specifications, incorrect values may be shown for the resolution displayed in [Screen resolution] of [Display Properties]. Continue using these settings, without changing [Screen resolution].

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Standby/Hibernation Functions

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

If you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without closing programs and documents. Upon restarting your computer from either the standby or hibernation mode, you can immediately continue working in all programs, or documents that were open at the time the computer was placed into standby or hibernation mode.

Differences between the standby and hibernation functions

Function

Where data is saved to

Speed

Requires power supply

NOTE

We recommend plugging in the AC adaptor if the standby function is to be used for a long period of time. If the AC adaptor cannot be connected, we recommend that hibernation mode be used instead of the standby mode. If the standby or hibernation function is used repeatedly, the computer may not work properly. To stabilize computer operations, we recommend shutting down Windows on a regular basis (about once a week) without using the standby or hibernation function.

Standby function

Memory

Fast

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

Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode

Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode. To use the hibernation mode, make the setting below in advance ( below). (Enabled in factory preset.)

Fn key combinations ( page 4) Using the power switch ( page 22) From the shut down screen:

• Standby In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].

• Hibernation In [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and hold Shift , then select [Hibernate].

Hibernation function

Hard disk

Somewhat slow

Power is not required to maintain data

Setting for using the hibernation mode

1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Op-

tions].

2 In [Hibernate], add the check mark for [Enable hibernation] and select [OK].

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Standby/Hibernation Functions

Precautions

Before entering the standby or hibernation mode

Save all data. When a file in an external device such as a CD drive, external hard disk, or ATA card is opened, close the file. Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the Windows password as follows:

1 Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts]. 2 Set the password. 3 Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from

standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]

- [Advanced]. Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode under the following conditions. You may corrupt your data or file, the standby or hibernation function may not work, or the computer (or peripherals) may fail to work properly.

• When the floppy disk drive being accessed or hard disk drive indicator ( ) is

on.

• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).

• When using communications software or the network function.

• When using LAN port (cards), SCSI cards and modem port (cards) etc. (If these

cards fail to work properly, restart the computer.)

When entering the standby or hibernation mode*

Avoid the following:

• Using the keyboard, pointing device (touch pad, digitizer, external mouse, etc.), tablet buttons, or power switch.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

• Closing or opening the display.

* Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green

Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off

In standby or hibernation mode

Do not insert or remove peripherals; abnormal operation may result. In standby mode, power is consumed. If PC Cards are inserted, more of that power is consumed. When all power has been consumed, all data saved at standby is lost since it is retained in memory. We therefore recommend plugging in the AC adaptor when using the standby function.

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Standby/Hibernation Functions

Using the Power Switch

Setting

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

- [Advanced].

2 Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I press the power button on my com-

puter], then select [OK].

Entering the standby or hibernation mode

Slide the power switch; at the “beep*” sound, release your finger.

The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the setting.

CAUTION

After releasing your finger from the power switch, do not touch the power switch until the power indicator goes off or blinks. At the “beep*” sound, release your finger from the power switch. If you continue to slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds, the computer will emit a second “beep*” then power off. Data not previously saved will be lost. Even when [When I press the power button on my computer] is set to [Shut down] with [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], if you slide the power switch for more than four seconds and do not release it, a second “beep*” will sound and the power will be turned off forcibly. Data not previously saved will be lost.

* When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination Fn + F4 , there will

be no beep sound.

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Standby/Hibernation Functions

Resuming Operation

Slide the power switch.

When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], the computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode when the display is closed. Operation will resume when the display is opened. Even if the display is closed after the computer has entered either the standby or hibernation mode, operation will resume when the display is opened. This function will not work in Tablet mode. If the computer does not resume when the display is opened, slide the power switch.

CAUTION

When resuming operation, avoid the following:

• Using the keyboard (except for password input), pointing device (touch pad, digitizer, external mouse, etc.), tablet buttons, or power switch.

• Connecting or disconnect the AC adaptor.

• Closing or opening the display.

After the display returns, the computer needs about 15 seconds (60 seconds if connected to a network) to reinitialize. Do not shut down or restart Windows, or enter either the standby or hibernation mode again during this time, as this may subsequently cause Windows to operate abnormally.

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Security Measures

To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.

Situation

You do not want your computer to be used without permission

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

You want to prevent theft of your computer

Function to use

Supervisor Password User Password

Hard Disk Lock

Security lock

Reference

below

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“Names and Functions of Parts”

NOTE

Windows has a security function that differs from the above security measures. For detailed information, refer to Windows help.

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

You should set your “Supervisor Password” and “User Password” (The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set). Without the password, access to your computer is impossible.

Starting up when the password is set

When [Password on boot] of the [Security] menu is set to [Enable], enter your password*1 and press Enter .

The correct password

Enter Password [ ]

Three incorrect attempts

No password for about a minute*

Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password).

Even if no password is entered for about a minute when starting up the Setup Utility, the power will not be turned off.

Will Start

Will Not Start

(Power off)

When the Setup Utility is started up with Supervisor Password

You can access all items of the Setup Utility ( page 55 ).

When the Setup Utility is started up with User Password

You can not register [Advanced] and [Boot] menu. [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed on [Security] menu. The User Password can be changed only when [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot be deleted. F9 does not work.

NOTE

When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable], the password is not necessary when the computer is started up, but the password becomes necessary when the Setup Utility is started up. This alternative makes it possible to prevent the contents of the Setup Utility from being changed.

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Security Measures

Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

1 Run the Setup Utility. ( page 55) 2 Using either or , select [Security].

3 Using either

press Enter .

, select [Set Supervisor Password] and

4 <Only when the Supervisor Password has been set>

Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press

Enter .

5 Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and press

Enter .

To disable the Supervisor Password

Press only Enter .

NOTE

Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Limit your password to seven characters. Note that there is no distinction between upper and lower case letters. Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl . Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password. Only the alphabet keys or number keys can be used. Note that the space bar and function keys cannot be used. Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.

6 Re-enter your password at the [Confirm New Password] and

press Enter .

To disable the Supervisor Password

Press only Enter .

7 At [Setup Notice], press Enter . 8 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter .

CAUTION

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

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Security Measures

Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)

1 Run the Setup Utility. ( page 55)

NOTE

When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password can not be set. Set the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 25)

2 Using either or , select [Security].

3 Using either

Enter .

, select [Set User Password] and press

4 <Only when the User Password has been set>

Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and then press

Enter .

5 Enter your password at [Enter New Password] and then press

Enter . <When the Setup Utility is started up with Supervisor Password>

To disable the User Password

Press only Enter .

NOTE

6 Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press

Enter <When the Setup Utility is started up with Supervisor Password>

To disable the User Password

Press only Enter .

7 At the [Setup Notice], press Enter 8 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter

CAUTION

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

NOTE

When you do not want the User Password changed without permission:

1 Run the Setup Utility and enter the Supervisor Password. 2 Using and , select [User Password Protection] in [Security] menu and

press Enter .

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

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Security Measures

When you do not want the data on the hard disk to be read/written

When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the hard disk is inserted in a different computer, since a password is also set for the hard disk. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read and write data as before. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed. It is possible to set the Hard Disk Lock even if [Password on boot] is set to [Disable], but we recommend that [Password on boot] be set to [Enable] for security reasons. (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee complete protection of data.)

NOTE

In the default setting, [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Disable]. You cannot set the [Hard Disk Lock] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set

the Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 25) The hard disk protection function only works with the internal hard disk. This

function does not work with the external hard disk.

Setting the Hard Disk Lock (enabling, disabling)

Run the Setup Utility. ( page 55)

2 Using either or , select [Security]. 3 Using either

Enter .

, select [Hard Disk Lock] and press

4 To enable the Hard Disk Lock

Select [Enable] and press Enter .

At the [Caution], press Enter .

To disable the Hard Disk Lock Select [Disable] and press Enter .

5 Press F10 and select [Yes], then press Enter .

CAUTION

To change your hard disk drive

To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].

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Computing on the Road

Saving Power

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

to view important tips for using the battery pack. You can also view important tips using the following procedures. Select [Important Battery Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

Four Important Points

POINT 1 POINT 2

POINT 3

POINT 4

Be sure to charge your battery before use.

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

Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before leaving your home or office. Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU30) is highly recommended.

Always watch your battery level!

Power Saving Methods

Leave your computer off when it is not in use

“Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

(

Adjust the brightness (darker) with Fn + F1 or LCD bright-

ness control button

By holding down on the keys ( will be displayed), the degree of brightness will be lowered, thereby lowering the power consumption.

Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn + F7 or Fn + F10 to put your computer in the standby or hibernation mode ( page 4, page 20)

Use the power saving function

In [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options],

make settings in detail for the timeout, alarm, etc. to save power. By selecting [Max Battery] in [Power Schemes], the battery’s operating time can be extended even further.

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

CAUTION

When installed in a network environment (except when the Wake Up form LAN function is in use).

Do not use the standby or hibernation mode. After resuming operation from the standby or hibernation mode, the network connection may be severed or the computer will not work properly.

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Battery Power

Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status

Battery Indicator

Orange*

Green*

Blinking Green

Red

Blinking red*

Blinking orange*

Blinking green and orange alternately

Not lit

Battery Status

Charging in progress

Fully-charged

In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging to a level of 80%*2 at normal temperature mode. ( page 31) Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green.

The battery level is very low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity). Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the indicator light is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.

Battery pack or charging may not be working properly. Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the battery pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be used normally in this state.

Warming up the system to prevent hard disk drive malfunctions at low temperature. Leave your computer as is. Once the allowable temperature range requirement is satisfied, your computer will start automatically.

Battery pack is not connected or charging not being performed.

*1When the AC adaptor is connected.

A level of 80% in normal temperature mode is displayed as [100%] in high temperature

mode.

NOTE

This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the remaining power is less than approx. 95% of capacity after the battery is fully charged.

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Battery Power

Checking the Remaining Battery Power

Press Fn + F9 to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen

(After logging on to Windows)

Fn + F9

NOTE

In the following cases, there may be a difference between the remaining battery capacity displayed on the indicator and the actual remaining battery capacity. To correct this, execute the “Refresh Battery” utility. ( page 32)

• The battery indicator light remains red.

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

• Low battery warning appears after a short period of time. This may be caused by the use of standby mode for long periods of time. The battery is discharging while the computer is in standby mode when the AC adaptor is not connected.

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

When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example)

When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer

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Battery Power

About High Temperature Mode

This computer has a high temperature mode function that prevents the degradation of the battery in high temperature environments. To use the high temperature mode function, set [Environment] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility to [Auto]* or [High Temperature]. In [Auto] mode, high temperature mode or normal temperature mode is selected automatically depending on the battery status (the internal temperature of the battery pack, etc.). Once the computer has automatically switched from normal temperature mode to high temperature mode, the computer will not switch back to normal temperature mode until the battery has been recharged from 0% to 100% about five times. This is to prevent deterioration of the battery. Note that a level of 100% in [High Temperature] mode is about a level of 80% in [Normal Temperature] mode. After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature], or vice versa, the remaining battery will not be displayed properly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged.

* The default mode.

When the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes Low

The following is factory default setting.

When remaining battery capacity falls to 10%

[Low battery alarm]

Displays a message indicating the low battery level.

Charge your battery.

Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not have the AC adaptor with you, exit any programs currently running, then exit Windows, and confirm that the power indicator is off. Use a spare battery if you have one. ( page 33) If you have neither the AC adaptor nor an extra battery, power the computer off.

Above settings can be changed.

1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power

Options] - [Alarms].

When remaining battery capacity falls to 5%

[Critical battery alarm]

Displays a message indicating the low battery level. The computer will enter hibernation mode.

Connect the AC adaptor before starting up the computer next time.

If the computer starts up or resumes while the AC adaptor is not connected, Windows may not operate properly or alarm operations may not work properly.

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Battery Power

Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions. When disabling the speaker by pressing Fn + F4 , the sound alarm is also disabled.

Set the value for [Critical battery alarm] to 5% or more. This is necessary for the standby or hibernation function to be completed (assuring data is saved) when the battery level is low.

Accurately Displaying Battery Capacity

The battery pack has a function for measuring, storing and learning about battery capacity. Using this function properly to accurately display remaining battery capacity requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged, and then fully charged again. This procedure should be performed once after you purchase the computer. As you use the battery pack over a long period of time, the remaining capacity display may become inaccurate due to aging of the battery pack and other factors. The procedure described below should be performed again.

NOTE

The [Refresh Battery] function takes time to execute because of the large battery capacity*; this is not a malfunction.

* This process takes about 15 hours at most, but the time may differ depending on the battery

power remaining when the [Refresh Battery] function is initiated.

When making a setting for [When the alarm goes off, the computer will] in [Alarms] - [Alarm Action], add a check mark for [Force stand by or shutdown even if a program stops responding]

1 Attach the battery pack, then connect the AC adaptor.

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

2 Use the “Refresh Battery” utility to fully discharge the battery

pack.

1 Run the Setup Utility. ( page 55)

2 Select [Refresh Battery] from [Exit] menu and press Enter .

3 At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and then press Enter .

After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging begins. It takes approximately 5 hours until the power automatically goes off through the complete discharge of the battery from the fully charged state.

NOTE

If the computer is turned off (electrical power outage, accidental removal of the AC adaptor or battery pack, etc.), the battery will not be refreshed correctly. Depending on the battery status, the battery pack may be discharging temporarily while “Charging…” is displayed.

3 Allow the battery pack to charge until the battery indicator turns

green.

Charging Time: Approximately 3.5 hours

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Battery Power

Replacing the Battery Pack

When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU30).

CAUTION

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly. The battery pack is not charged when the computer is first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time. When the AC adaptor is connected to the computer, charging begins automatically. Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU30) with your computer.

1 Power off your computer. ( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

Do not shut down using the standby function.

Latch

CAUTION

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

2 Remove the battery pack.

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch to the right.

Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover as illustrated.

Cover

Tab

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

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Battery Power

Tab

3 Insert the battery pack.

Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place.

Close the cover, then lock it by sliding the latch to the left.

CAUTION

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also, the computer may not operate properly. Be sure to insert the battery pack as illustrated. Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place. If you carry your computer without the latch lock in place, the battery pack may fall out.

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PC Cards

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

Type I or II

Two cards can be used simultaneously.

Slot (Socket) 1

Slot (Socket) 2

CAUTION

Check the PC Cards’ specifications. Be sure the total operating current does not exceed the specified limit. Damage may result otherwise. Allowable Current: 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA There are times when both a Type I card and a Type II card will not work at the same time. ZV card, SRAM card, FLASH ROM card (except for an ATA interface) and card requiring 12V are not supported. With the repeated insertion/removal of a PC Card, the computer may no longer recognize the PC Card (depending on the type of card). In such cases, restart the computer. When inserting one more CardBus type card with one already inserted, after entering either the standby or hibernation mode, the computer may not function properly. If the computer freezes after resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, try removing and then reinserting the PC Card. If this does not correct the problem, restart the computer.

Type III

One card can be used only in the slot 2.

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PC Cards

Inserting/Removing the PC Card

Inserting a PC Card

Latch

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch to the right.

Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover as illustrated.

Cover

Label-side up

Simply slide the PC Card in until it snaps into place. Refer to the operating instructions of each card on how to insert the card (insertion is typically labelside up)

CAUTION

When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.):

1 Connect the peripheral device to the card. 2 Turn the device on. 3 Slide the card in until it snaps into place.

When inserting a card, do not force the card in if difficulty is encountered. Depending on the shape of the card, a segment may remain protruding from the slot after insertion. Do not try to force the card all the way in. You may damage the slot, making it impossible to remove the card.

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PC Cards

Removing a PC Card

CAUTION

Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. When two PC Cards are inserted, perform the following procedure (from Step

to Step

Note that the operation of removing the PC Card may not be complete, depending on the status of the PC Card or device connected to the PC Card, such as when a SCSI card is used to connect an external hard disk to the computer. In such cases, turn off the power from the [start] menu, then remove the card.

) for each of the two cards.

Button

Select on the taskbar, select the PC Card, then select [Stop]. Follow the on-screen instructions. (When the PC Card has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.)

Press the button out, and then press the button again.

Slide the PC Card out.

Close the cover, then lock it by sliding the latch to the left.

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RAM Module

Inserting additional RAM modules and increasing memory will enable you to run Windows and application software more easily, and to increase overall operating efficiency. Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly.

RAM module specifications

200 pins, SO-DIMM, 2.5 V, DDR-SDRAM, PC2100 Compliant

CAUTION

RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. When inserting or removing a RAM module, do not touch the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or allow foreign particles to enter. Doing so has been known to cause damage, fire or electric shock.

Inserting/Removing the RAM Module

CAUTION

RAM Module

Speaker

Cover

If the RAM module is difficult to insert or difficult to press down, do not force it. Check once more to ensure that the module is positioned correctly.

1 Power off your computer. ( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

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

2 Remove the battery pack. ( page 33) 3 Turn the computer over and remove the cover.

Remove the four screws with a screwdriver, and remove the cover to which the speaker is attached as illustrated.

NOTE

These two screws are for fixing the speakers in place. Do not remove these screws.

Inserting the RAM module

Slide in the module at an angle.

Hooks

Snap the module into place by pushing down on it.

Removing the RAM module

Gently open the left and right hooks.

Gently remove the RAM module from the slot.

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RAM Module

Put the cover back into place.

Insert the cover diagonally, then fit it in place.

Fasten four screws.

CAUTION

Be sure the cables of the speaker do not caught when closing the cover.

Insert the battery pack. ( page 34)

NOTE

Whether the RAM module is properly recognized or not can be confirmed in [Information] of the Setup Utility ( page 56). If the RAM module is not recognized, power off the computer and insert it again.

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Port Replicator

The expansion bus connector can be used to connect a port replicator (optional, consult

Expansion Bus Connector

with Panasonic Technical Support). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.

For more detailed information, refer to the Operating Instructions of the port replicator.

CAUTION

Either the external display port of the computer or the external display port of the port replicator can be used.

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External Display

1 Power off your computer. ( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function.

2 Connect the external display to the external display port. 3 Turn on the external display, then turn on your computer.

After Windows starts up, the screen is displayed on the display destination set in

External Display Port

the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices] The screen is not displayed based on the [Display] setting in the Setup Utility.

It is possible to change the setting to display only on the external display or on both the internal LCD and the external display with Fn + F3 . This combination does not work when the [Command Prompt] screen is set to “Full Screen”.

NOTE

The screen that is displayed when resuming from the hibernation mode may be different from the screen that is displayed before entering the hibernation mode. When you change the display destination with Fn + F3 , do not press any keys or tablet buttons or slide the power switch until the destination has changed completely. After the display destination of the screen is switched with Fn + F3 , the resolution or number of colors of the display may change.

CAUTION

Do not press the Fn + F3 combination while MPEG files are playing.

4 Set your external display.

Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices] - [Monitor] and make the settings.

When a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards is connected, select [Monitor] - [Properties] - [Driver] - [Update Driver] to update the driver.

NOTE

When the external display is used alone, set the number of colors, resolution, or refresh rate to suit the external display. These settings are separate from when the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously For more detailed information, refer to the operating instructions of the external display. If a picture is not displayed properly, lower the level of [Hardware acceleration] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] - [Advanced] - [Troubleshoot].

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External Display

About [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics]

The selection of the display destination, adjustment of the brightness and contrast, and setting of the hotkey to change the display destination can be done in the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] [Devices]

Extended Desktop

With Extended Desktop, you can use both the internal LCD and the external display as an extended display domain. You can also drag a window from the internal LCD to the external display. To use Extended Desktop;

1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme

Graphics] - [Devices].

2 Select [Extended Desktop], make the settings for [Primary Device] and [Secondary

Device]. To make the settings for each display (colors, screen area, etc.), select [Device Settings] and change the settings where necessary, then select [OK].

3 Select [OK].

At the confirmation message, select [OK].

NOTE

There are some applications that cannot be used in the Extended Desktop. When the button to maximize a window is pressed, one of the displays will show the maximized display. A window that has been maximized cannot be moved to the other display. You cannot switch the display destination by pressing Fn + F3 . When the Extended Desktop is being utilized;

• The pop-up icon window is displayed only on the primary device.

• Do not use the display rotation function. When changing the primary device ([1]) and secondary device ([2]), be sure to change them in the following menu. If you use other procedures, the window may not be displayed properly. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices] - [Extended Desktop]

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External Display

CAUTION

When the application running is not shown on the display, refer to the following items. Under the condition the application is in the external display, or after the application is closed in the external display, there are cases the application will not be shown in the display when executed the next time if the position of the extended display is changed or the Extended Desktop is closed.

When there is no display after the position of the Extended Display is changed:

The application running is being displayed at the position of the extended display before the change. Return the position of the extended display to the condition before the change. Move the application to the internal LCD, and then correct the position of the extended display.

When there is no display when the Extended Desktop is disabled:

The application running is being displayed in the external display. Set the Extended Desktop again, move the application from the external display to the internal LCD and then disable the Extended Desktop.

To prevent images from being burned onto the external display, manually shut off the power to the external display when the display does not have to be used. When the display domain for the Extended Desktop is changed, there are cases the wallpaper and icons become displaced. Wallpaper: Change the setting for the wallpaper. Icons: Run the command to automatically realign the icons. (Auto Arrange) When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g., when changing the theme in [Appearance and Themes] of the [Control Panel]), an error may occur when resuming from the standby or hibernation mode. In such cases, change the mouse pointer to the standard pointer with the following procedure.

1 In [Control Panel], select [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse]. 2 Select [Pointers]. 3 Select [Windows Default (system scheme)] in [Scheme], then select [OK].

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USB Devices

NOTE

The Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive can be connected via the USB connector of either the computer or a port replicator. Before starting up Windows, however, only the USB connector of the computer can be used. If a USB floppy disk drive other than the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive is used, operations such as reinstallation cannot be performed because the floppy disk drive will be unable to be used as a boot drive.

Connecting USB devices

Connect the USB device to your computer, referring to the operating instructions of the USB device

You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for your USB devices. Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB devices on how to install the driver.

NOTE

USB Ports

USB devices may be connected or removed without turning off the computer’s power. When a USB device is connected, there are cases the standby or hibernation function will not operate in a normal manner due to the USB device. In addition, a USB device may have to be removed temporarily and the computer restarted in cases where the computer is unable to start up properly. Some devices will not operate when connected to a USB HUB; these devices must be connected directly to the USB port on your computer. When a USB device is removed and then inserted, may appear in the Device Manager and the device may not be correctly recognized. If this happens, try removing and connect the device once more. When USB devices are connected, power consumption increases. Remove USB devices when not in use, especially when operating on battery power.

Removing USB devices

CAUTION

Do not remove a USB device while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Save important data and close each application.

1 Select on the taskbar and select the USB device, then se-

lect [Stop].

Follow the on-screen instructions.

(When is not displayed or when the USB device has been removed after the computer is turned off, this step is not necessary.)

2 Remove the USB device.

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USB Devices

USB Floppy Disk Drive

write-protect tab

Write Enable

Write Disable

Note the following when using an optional USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03).

Do not power off your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button while the floppy disk drive being accessed.

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

Use care when handling floppy disks.

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

• Sliding the shutter on the floppy disk manually.

• Exposing the disk to a magnetic field.

• Storing the disk in locations prone to high temperatures, low pitched noise, dampness, or dust.

• Applying more than one label on the disk.

Confirm the contents of a floppy disk before formatting it.

Confirm that no important data is on the floppy disk, because all data on the floppy 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.

The USB floppy disk drive cannot be used at the same time as other floppy disk drives. Do not directly open application files (e.g., Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel) which are stored on the floppy disk.

First copy the files to the hard disk, then open the copied files from the hard disk.

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Modem

Connecting the Internal Modem with a Telephone Jack

CAUTION

Do not use the PBX internal phone lines installed in company offices. Doing so may lead to a fire or electric shock. It is not possible to connect the modem to any of the following lines.

• Internal home phones

• Intercoms Be sure to connect the modem telephone cable into the modem port, not into the LAN port.

Modem Port

1 Connect the computer and the telephone jack using a modem

telephone cable.

Open the modem cover, position the cable so that the tab matches the port ( ), and insert the cable until you hear a “click”.

2 1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Phone and Mo-

dem Options] - [Dialing Rules] - [Edit], then select the location from which you will be dialing in [Country/region].

2 Input the necessary information (items such as the country, area code, etc.),

select [OK], then select [OK].

NOTE

Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode during communications.

<Modem-on-Hold function>

The modem of this computer has Modem-on-Hold function, which allows you to receive an incoming call and stay connected to the Internet (Call-Waiting service from your phone company is required. Your ISP must also support V.92). To use this function, select on the taskbar and make settings.

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Modem

Ring Resume Function

With this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches on. This function is convenient when using automatic information receiving applications such as a FAX application. When using this function, it is necessary to run a software application able to maintain the condition to receive telephone calls and to return the computer to the original condition after a call. For further details, refer to the operating instructions provided with software applications.

Enabling the Ring Resume Functions

1 Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance]

2 Select the modem you are using from [Modems]. 3 Select [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the

- [System] - [Hardware].

computer out of standby], then select [OK].

NOTE

This function does not work when the computer is off or is in hibernation mode. After operations are resumed from standby status, the screen remains dark. The former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad or digitizer is used. The computer cannot resume if a telephone is connected to the line of a modem (e.g., a PC Card modem) other than the internal modem.

CAUTION

When using this function, it is recommended that the AC adaptor be connected to the computer.

Concerning the setting for [System standby]*

• Roughly consider the communication time and then set [System standby]. There may be cases where the computer enters the standby mode after the time set for [System standby] elapses even during communications, and cuts off the communications.

• If [Never] is set, the computer will not enter the standby mode during communications, but once the computer resumes, the power of the computer will remain on while the user is absent.

When the Ring Resume function is being used, some time elapses before a connection is established (equal to the time for the computer to resume). To allow the computer to resume, set the “call” to a larger value than a typical telephone call. If it is not possible for the sending side to set a long “call”, set the “number of rings until answer” (with the software application that is able to maintain the condition to receive telephone calls) to a small value.

* In [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]

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LAN

Connecting LAN

When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend asking your system administrator or the person in charge of the network.

1 Power off your computer. ( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function.

2 Connect the cable.

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

CAUTION

LAN Port

Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port. Do not use the standby or hibernation functions during communications (except when the Wake Up from LAN function is in use), as this may cause an error in data transmission or reception. The Timeout function may engage even during data transmissions, causing the computer to automatically go into standby or hibernation mode. When not using the Wake up from LAN function, we recommend disabling the Timeout function using the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] [Power Schemes]

NOTE

If you are unable to connect to the network (when the indicator of your HUB unit does not light):

1 Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte-

nance] - [System] - [Hardware].

2 Select the network adapter you are using from [Network adapters]. 3 Select [Advanced]. 4 Confirm the settings of each item.

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LAN

Wake up from LAN

This is a function of the internal LAN to automatically power the computer on from a network server when the computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. To use this function, it is necessary to have a network environment that accommodates Wake up from LAN.

Enabling the Wake up from LAN Function

1 Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte

nance] - [System] - [Hardware].

2 Select the network adaptor name you are using from [Network adapters]. 3 Select [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow the computer to turn

off this device to save power] and [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby], then select [OK].

4 Remove the check mark from [Prompt for password when computer resumes from

standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] [Advanced], then select [OK].

NOTE

Be sure to connect the AC adaptor, and enable the supply of power. Even when a password is set in the Setup Utility and [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], it is not necessary to input the password set in the Setup Utility when the computer resumes from standby or hibernation mode. The Wake up from LAN function will not operate under the following conditions:

• When the computer has been shut down

• When the power switch is slid over for four seconds or longer to turn off the power (e.g., when the computer hangs)

• When the AC adaptor and battery pack are removed from the computer or reattached to the computer

• When the LAN cable is disconnected and reconnected

Make settings to allow the use of a LAN. After operations are resumed from standby status, the screen remains dark. The former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad or digitizer is used. The computer may start up if accessed by another computer on the network. The following procedure can be used to prevent startup due to unintentional access by a computer.

1 Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] -

[Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [Network adapters], then select the network adaptor name you are using, and then select [Power Management].

2 Add the check mark for [Only allow management stations to bring the computer

out of standby], then select [OK].

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Wireless LAN

If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections.

Wireless LAN Antenna

Precautions

CAUTION

Communication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna. Do not block the antenna area with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio signals.

NOTE

The communication speeds and distances differ depending on the devices that support the wireless LAN, the installation environment and other ambient conditions. One characteristic of radio waves is that their transmission rate tends to drop as the communication distance increases. It is recommended that the devices supporting the wireless LAN be used in close vicinity to each other. The rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used.

Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in

other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devices in the vicinity

If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn the wireless LAN off using the following method:

To turn off the wireless LAN

1 Select (Wireless LAN is ON) on the taskbar. 2 Select [Disable Wireless LAN].

turns (Wireless LAN is OFF).

Be sure to use / to turn on/off the wireless LAN

Do not select [off] for [Switch radio]*1. Do not add the check mark for [Wireless device off (radio off)]*2.

*1In [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel Network Adapters] - [Intel(R) PROSet] - [General]

In [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [De-

vice Manager] - [Network adapters] - [Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN…] - [Advanced]

Do not add the check mark for [Show the tray icon]*

*3 In [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel Network Adapters] - [Intel(R) PROSet]

If you add the checkmark here, the following problems will occur when a user other than the administrator logs onto the computer.

The icon will not be displayed on the taskbar. “This program is not responding” will be displayed when shutting down or logging off the computer. If this message is displayed, select [End Now]. The computer may hang.

To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the

hard disk via a wireless LAN

If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption.

We recommend turning the wireless LAN off when it is

not used

If you leave the wireless LAN on, the battery’s operating time is shortened.

( above)

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Wireless LAN

The Settings

At the time of purchase, the profile for the wireless LAN module has not yet been set. Set the profile using the following procedure. The settings will vary for different network environments depending on the network system being used. For more details, ask your system administrator or the person in charge of the network.

1 Select on the taskbar and select [Enable Wireless LAN].

NOTE

If [Windows XP is currently configured to manage the Intel(R) PRO/Wireless LAN adaptor.] is displayed, select [Yes].

CAUTION

Set profiles for each user by following the procedure shown below.

2 Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel Network Adapters] - [Intel(R)

PROSet].

3 Select your wireless LAN adapter and select [General]. 4 Confirm that [On] is selected for [Switch radio]. 5 Select [Networks] and select [Add]. 6 Enter the profile name and network name, and then make other

necessary changes, then select [Next].

7 Make necessary changes and select [Finish]. 8 Select [OK].

NOTE

About WLAN Security Client Manager

WLAN Security Client Manager is an implementation of the client side of the IEEE

802.1X-Port Based Network Access Control protocol. 802.1X access control pro-

vides improved security for both wired and wireless networks.

• When is displayed on the taskbar, the WLAN Security Client Manager is

running. If is not displayed, start up the WLAN Security Client Manager in the following menu. Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel] - [WLAN Security Client Manager].

• For more information about how to use the WLAN Security Client Manager,

refer to the [Help] in the menu bar or; Select [Getting Started Guide] or [User's Guide] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel].

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Wireless LAN

Check the Communication Status

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel Network Adapters] - [Intel(R) PROSet] to open the Intel PROSet.

For more information about how to use the Intel PROSet, refer to the [Help] in the menu bar.

If the function fails to operate correctly

The access point fails to be displayed in [Available Networks]

Select the profile you are using, and select [Advanced] in [Networks]. [Connect to ad hoc networks only] may have been selected in [Connection preference]. In this case, select [Connect to infrastructure and ad hoc networks].

The access point cannot be accessed

The network key setting may not conform to the access point. Check the network key setting of the access point and, if necessary, set it again correctly. Depending on the access point and settings, access may not be accepted unless the computer’s MAC address is registered beforehand. In this case, check the computer’s MAC address and register it according to the operating instructions of the access point using the following procedure.

1 Select [start] - [Run]. 2 Input [cmd], and select [OK]. 3 Input [ipconfig/all], and press Enter . 4 Make a note of the 12-digit string of alphanumerics displayed on the “Physi-

cal Address” line on the Wireless Network Connection side. Then input [exit], and press Enter .

The IP address of the access point is wrong

Following the operating instructions of the access point, set the IP address of the access point again correctly.

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Hard Disk Drive

To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support

Inserting/Removing the Hard Disk Drive

CAUTION

Be sure to back up all important data before changing the hard disk drive. You can erase the data before changing the hard disk drive.

( “Hard Disk Data Erase Utility”) If [Hard Disk Lock] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility, change this to [Disable]

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

1 Power off your computer. ( “Starting Up/Shutting Down”)

Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation mode. Disconnect the AC adaptor.

Latch

Cover

2 Remove the battery pack. ( page 33) 3 Removing the hard disk drive

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch to the right.

Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover as illustrated.

Tab

Pull the tab on the hard disk drive and remove it from the computer.

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Hard Disk Drive

Inserting the hard disk drive

Slide the hard disk drive inward until it is firmly in place.

CAUTION

Be sure to insert the hard disk drive as illustrated.

Close the cover, then lock it by sliding the latch to the left.

CAUTION

Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place. If you carry your computer without the latch lock in place, the hard disk drive may fall out.

4 Insert the battery pack. ( page 34)

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Setup Utility

Running the Setup Utility

1 Turn on or restart the computer. 2 Press F2 while [Panasonic] screen is displayed soon after the

computer begins the startup procedure.

If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password. When a User Password is entered, some contents cannot be changed. ( page 24)

NOTE

If you fail to press F2 at the right moment, the Setup Utility will not start up. In this case, power off the computer and try again. To close the Setup Utility, press Esc , select the exiting method in [Exit] menu, then press Enter .

Key Operations

F1 :To display the corresponding “help” file.

Esc :To display [Exit] menu.

:To move among the items.

:To move among the menus.

F5 F6 :To move among the values.

Enter :To display sub-menu of each item selected by .

F9 :To set default settings (except the password).

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

F10 :To save the settings and exit.

NOTE

When setting date and time, Ta b can be used to move the cursor.

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Setup Utility

Information Menu

Language: [English]

Model No.: xxxx Serial No.: xxxx CPU Type: xxxxxxxx CPU Speed: xxx MHz BIOS: Vx.xxLxxx Embedded Controller: Vx.xxLxx System Memory: xxx MB Primary Master: xx GB

( : Default)

Language*

Main Menu

Parameters

Touch Pad

Display*

Display Expansion

Environment

English Japanese

* Select the language for displaying the Setup Util-

ity.

System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/xxxx] Touch Pad: [Enable] Display: [Simultaneous] Display Expansion: [Enable] Environment: [Auto]

Current Status*

*1This item is displayed only when [Environment] is set to [Auto]. Depending on the battery status, either

“Normal Temperature” or “High Temperature” is displayed.

( : Default)

Disable Enable

External Monitor Internal LCD Simultaneous

Disable Enable

Normal Temperature High Temperature Auto

: Normal Temperature

After Windows starts up, the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the following menu. [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options]

- [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices]

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Setup Utility

Advanced Menu

Digitizer : [Enable]

Modem: [Enable] LAN: [Enable]

Wireless LAN: [Enable] Legacy USB Support: [Enable]

Boot up from LAN: [Enable]

Parameters

Digitizer

Modem

LAN

Boot up from LAN*

Wireless LAN

Legacy USB Support

* [Disable] is automatically set when [LAN] is set to [Disable].

( : Default)

Disable Enable

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Setup Utility

Security Menu

Password on boot: [Enable]

Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] Setup Utility Prompt: [Enable] Boot First Menu: [Enable] Hard Disk Lock: [Disable] User Password Protection: [No Protection]

Set User Password: [Enter]

When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password;

NOTE

The User Password can be changed only when [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot be deleted. [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed.

Parameters

Password on boot

Set Supervisor Password

Setup Utility Prompt

Boot First Menu

Hard Disk Lock*

User Password Protection

Set User Password*

( : Default)

Disable Enable

To the sub-menu

Disable Enable

No Protection Protected

To the sub-menu

* Setting impossible when the Supervisor Pass-

word is not set.

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Setup Utility

Boot Menu

Floppy Drive*

Hard Disk Drive CD Drive* LAN*

*1This is displayed even if a floppy disk drive is not connect or [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Disable]

on [Advanced] menu.

This is displayed even if a CD drive is not connected. The following drive can be used for startup (recommended).

• Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional:CF-VFDU03)

This is not displayed when [LAN] is set to [Disable] or [Boot up from LAN] is set to [Disable] on

[Advanced] menu.

The default order is as follows: [Floppy Drive] [Hard Disk Drive] [CD Drive] [LAN]. To move a device up by one in the order, select the device with

F6 . To move a device down by one in the order, select the device with

F5 .

NOTE

Boot First Menu

The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer is turned on, and Esc is pressed at [Panasonic] screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection display) will appear. When the setting of the [Boot] menu is changed, the selection screen display will also change. [Boot Menu] is displayed only when [Boot First Menu] in [Security] menu is set to [Enable].

and , and then press

Exit Menu

Save Values & Exit Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values Load Previous Values Save Current Values

Refresh Battery

Parameters

Save Values & Exit

Exit Without Saving Changes

Get Default Values*

Load Previous Values

Save Current Values

Refresh Battery

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

Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS.

Set the default settings.

Load previous values from CMOS for all Setup items.

Save your changes to CMOS.

Refreshing the Battery ( page 32)

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Technical Information

Supported Display Resolutions

Only the following resolutions are supported. Do not select other resolutions.

800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024 pixels

Network Connections and Communications Software

If the power saving function (standby or hibernation mode) activates while communications software is being used, the network connection may be interrupted, or performance may be adversely affected. If this happens, restart the computer. Be sure to close the communications software before using the power saving function. When using the computer in a network environment, we recommend that you set [System standby] and [System hibernates] to [Never], using the following procedure: [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power Schemes]

When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM

The Windows files included in the Retail Version of the Windows CD-ROM for each OS are contained in the following folders: c:\windows\docs, c:\windows\dotnetfx, c:\windows\i386, c:\windows\support, c:\windows\valueadd, c:\windows\cmpnents

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DMI Viewer

This computer conforms to the specifications of the Desktop Management Interface (DMI). The DMI Viewer can be used when you want to know information on the internal systems this computer supports, starting with the CPU and memory.

Running DMI Viewer

Select [DMI Viewer] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic].

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

Saving information to a file

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

1 To save the item that is displayed

Select [Save Selected Data] from [File] menu.

To save all items

Select [Save All Data] from [File] menu.

2 Select the folder, input the file name, then select [Save].

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List of Error Codes

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

0200 Failure Fixed Disk

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

0211 Keyboard error

Keyboard not working.

0212 Keyboard Controller Failed

Keyboard controller failed test. May require replacing keyboard controller.

0213 Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch

Unlock the system to proceed.

0230 System RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

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

0231 Shadow RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

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

0232 Extended RAM Failed at offset : nnnn

Extended RAM Failed at address line : nnnn Extended memory not working or not configured properly at offset or address line nnnn.

0250 System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP

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

*0251 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used

System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default SETUP Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact Panasonic Technical Support.

0260 System timer error

The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.

0270 Real time clock error

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

0271 Check date and time settings

Real-time clock is illegal. Run Setup and set the date and clock.

*0280 Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used

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

02D0 System cache error - Cache disabled

Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Failing Bits : nnnn

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

Operating System not found

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

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup

Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press <F1> to start the boot process or <F2> to enter a Setup and change the settings. Write down and follow the information shown on the screen.

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Dealing with Problems (Advanced)

When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Starting Up

The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit

The computer does not operate when a USB device is connected

[Enter Password] is displayed

POST Startup Error(s) is displayed

Windows startup, or an operation is extremely slow

The date and time are incorrect

When resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, [Enter Password] does not appear even if a password has been set in the Setup Utility

When “Invalid system disk. Replace the disk, and then press any key.” (or a similar message) is displayed

When the administrator password is forgotten

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

The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected. Disconnect the USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

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

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Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 55). This will restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values (except the password settings). Then, the Setup Utility must be run once again for you to input the appropriate operating environment settings. (The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this operation may not cause the processing speed to increase.)

You can set the date and time using the following menu:

[Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Date and Time] When the computer is connected to a LAN, confirm the date and time of the server. If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock

may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

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

2100 A.D.

Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the Windows password as follows: Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and set the password, then add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options]

- [Advanced].

This means a floppy disk that does not contain system startup information has

been left in the floppy disk drive. Remove the floppy disk, and press any key. This message may appear when certain USB devices are connected. Remove the

USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility

to [Disable]. If the message still appears even after trying the above two measures, this may be

an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic

Technical Support.

If you have created a password reset disk (

sage is displayed when you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s instructions and set the password again by using the password reset disk. If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstalling, setup Windows and then set the password again.

“First-time Operation”), a mes-

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Dealing with Problems (Advanced)

Starting Up (continued)

When the previous item is not the cause

Display

No display after powering on

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

When the battery pack is used, the screen is darker than when the AC adaptor is connected

The cursor cannot be controlled properly

Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 55). This will restore the Setup Utility's

settings to their default values (except the password settings).

Try removing all peripheral devices.

Check a disk error using the following procedure.

1 Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select

[Properties].

2 Select [Tools] - [Check Now].

3 Select [start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].

At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] screen disappears, and release your

finger when the Windows Advanced Option Menu is displayed. Start the computer

in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.

When there is no display to an external display,

• Check your cable connection to the external display.

• Confirm your display is powered on.

• Check the settings for your external display.

Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .

When displaying only through an external display, if the computer is shut down by

using the standby or hibernation function, there may be no display on the LCD

unless the external display is connected when operations are resumed. In this

case, connect the external display or press Fn + F3 .

Has the computer been set to the power-saving mode?

To resume operation of your computer from the condition the power of the display

is off (for energy conservation purposes), press any key unrelated to the direct

triggering of a selection, like Ctrl .

To save power, your computer may have automatically entered the standby mode

(power indicator blinks green) or hibernation mode (power indicator turns off).

In such cases, slide the power switch.

If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing Fn + F3 ,

make sure that the display destination has switched completely each time before

pressing Fn + F3 again.

Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness. Note, however, that when the brightness is increased, the battery running time will become shorter. Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and when it is disconnected.

If you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been

connected correctly.

Restart the computer by using the keyboard. (Press , U , and select

[Restart] with

, then press Enter .)

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

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

When the Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel mode or the original mode is set for the touch pad, only scroll operations are possible for the right part or bottom part of the touch pad. In this case, cursor operations are possible by using the work surface excluding the right part or bottom part. When no mode is set, the entire surface of the touch pad can be used for cursor operations.

If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may appear.

This is not a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is

displayed. High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of

color liquid crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the pic-

ture elements either fail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than 99.998%

of elements are functioning properly), no defect is considered to exist.

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Display (continued)

The external display no longer displays properly

The screen becomes disordered

Resolution or the number of colors of the display changes

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

Shutting Down

Windows cannot be shut down or restarted

“This program is not responding” is displayed when shutting down or logging off

When an external display is used that is incompatible with the power saving modes of the computer, the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the power saving mode. In such cases, turn off the power to the external display.

Changing the number of colors and refresh rate of the display may affect the screen. Restart the computer.

After the display destination of the screen is switched with Fn + F3 , the resolution or number of colors of the display may change. Set the display again.

Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .

If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display in the following menu.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics].

If a USB device is connected, try removing it.

This message appears periodically; for example, when using a Wireless LAN. If the message appears, select [End Now]. Delete the check mark for [Show the tray icon] in the following menu. [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel Network Adapters] - [Intel(R) PROSet].

Battery Indicator

The red indicator lights.

The red indicator blinks

The orange indicator blinks

The green indicator blinks

The battery indicator blinks green and orange alternately

Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and

disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.

If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or

recharging function may be defective.

In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging to a level of 80%* in normal temperature mode. ( page 31) Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green.

* A level of 80% in normal temperature mode is displayed as [100%] in high temperature mode.

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Touch Pad

Unable to input using the touch pad

Digitizer

Unable to use the digitizer function

Sound

The sound is not heard

Volume does not change when Fn + F5 or Fn + F6 is pressed

The audio is distorted

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]? ( page 56)

When external mouse drivers are installed (e.g., Intellimouse), the touch pad may

not be used.

Has the touchpad driver been properly installed?

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Digitizer] to [Enable]? ( page 57)

You can use only the pen included with the computer to use the digitizer function.

It is necessary to perform [Calibration] to point correctly with the pen included with

the computer.

Try changing the mute by pressing Fn + F4 or Fn + F6 .

If the Windows sound function is not active, the volume will not change even if is displayed.

Audio distortion may occur when operations are performed by pressing Fn in combination with another key. Stop playing and start again.

Keyboard

Only capital letters are being input

Only numbers can be inputted

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

When you want to use the keyboard in the Tablet mode

Display Rotation

The display is not rotated automatically by switching from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa

Check whether the indicator is on. If it is on, the computer is in Caps Lock mode. To disable the Caps Lock mode, press Caps Lock .

Check whether the indicator is on. If it is on, the computer is in ten-key keyboard mode. To disable the ten-key mode, press NumLk .

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

Use the Tablet PC Input Panel ( Windows help).

Confirm that the default angle of each mode is correctly set. ( page 18)

Do not switch from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa, while Windows is in

the process of switching users with the Fast User Switching function.

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Setup Utility

[Enter Password] is displayed

[Advanced] and [Boot] menu can not be registered

Some items in [Security] menu can not be registered

F9 does not work

Disk Operations

Unable to read/write to the hard disk

Cannot read/write to a floppy disk

Unable to write to a disk

How to format a floppy disk is unclear

When the previous item is not the cause

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

Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

Your drive or file may not have been properly set.

Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files.

Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Are you using the optional USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03)?

Has the floppy disk been correctly inserted?

Has the floppy disk been correctly formatted?

Your floppy disk content may be corrupted.

Is the floppy disk enabled?

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

Try testing another drive or media.

Standby/Hibernation Function

Unable to enter standby or hibernation mode

Unable to automatically enter standby or hibernation mode

The computer does not resume

If a USB device is connected to the computer (note: only for some USB devices), remove the USB device temporarily. If the problem persists, restart the computer.

If a peripheral is connected to the computer, disconnect the device.

Did you slide the power switch and hold it for four seconds or more? If you slide the power switch and hold it for four seconds or more, the power will be turned off forcibly. In this case, all unsaved data will be lost.

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Connecting Peripherals

An error occurs while installing the driver

Unable to print

The cursor does not move from mouse operations

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

A PC Card does not work

USB floppy disk drives do not work as a boot drive

You do not know the available RAM module

Cannot tell whether the RAM module has been correctly installed

The RAM module has not been recognized

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

A USB device does not work

When you install the driver for a PC Card or peripheral device, be sure to use a driver that is compatible with the operating system. If you use an incompatible driver, malfunction may occur. For information on drivers, contact the manufacturer of the peripheral device you purchased.

Make sure the printer is on.

Make sure the printer is in the online state.

Make sure paper is in the printer tray and there is no paper jam.

Check your mouse connection, then restart the computer by using the keyboard. From the keyboard, you may choose to press down on , then select [Turn Off Computer].

A driver which is compatible with the connected mouse must be installed.

If the device does not operate when the driver is installed:

In the Setup Utility, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable].

Try setting [Touch Pad] to disable in the Setup Utility.

Make sure the card is properly inserted.

Confirm that the card conforms to the PC Card Standard.

Note that after a driver (PC Card driver on other) is installed, the computer must be

restart.

Check that the proper port settings have been made.

Read the operating instructions for the PC Card. Or, you may need to call the

manufacturer of the PC Card.

Try removing/reinserting the PC Card by following the proper procedure.

( page 36)

Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed.

Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive can be used.

Do not connect the floppy disk drive to the USB connector of the port replicator for

this computer.

Make sure [Legacy USB Support] is enable in the Setup Utility.

After powering off the computer, connect the USB floppy disk drive and restart the

computer.

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You can check whether the RAM module is recognized using [Information] menu in the Setup Utility. If the RAM module is not recognized, turn the computer off and reinsert the RAM module.

Make sure the RAM module has been properly inserted.

Use the RAM module that supports the recommended specifications ( page 38).

Check the address map by going to [View] - [Resources by type] in [Control Panel] [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].

Make sure a driver is installed.

Contact the manufacturer of the product.

When is displayed in the Device Manager, try removing and inserting the device

once more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.

Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hard-

ware] - [Device Manager] - [Universal Serial Bus controllers] - [USB Root Hub] -

[Power Management] and remove the check mark from [Allow the computer to turn

off this device to save power].

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Network

Unable to connect to a network

Unable to use wireless LAN

Confirm that either [LAN] or [Wireless LAN] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility.

When using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may

have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend asking your

system administrator or the person in charge of the network.

If the standby or hibernation mode is entered, the computer may have to be re-

started.

If the link lamp on the HUB unit is not on and the network cannot be accessed, set

the speed to match the HUB unit. ( page 48)

Confirm that (Wireless LAN is ON) is displayed on the taskbar.

Confirm that [ON] is selected for [Switch radio] in [Intel(R) PROSet] - [General].

( page 50)

Confirm that the check mark is not added for [Wireless device off (radio off)].

( page 50)

Confirm that [Wireless LAN] is set to [Enable] in the Setup Utility.

Confirm the setting of the IP address for the access point, following the operating

instructions for that access point.

Confirm whether the Intel(R) PROSet is installed using [start] - [Control Panel] -

[Add or Remove Programs]. If it has not been installed, input

[c:\util\drivers\wlan\proset\proset.exe] in [start] - [Run] to install.

Fast User Switching Function

Some applications may not work properly

When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following problems may occur.

• Some applications may not work properly (for example, PDF files may not be printed properly).

• Key combination with Fn may not work.

• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.

• Wireless LAN may not work.

If any of the above occur, log on with the administrator authority again, not using the Fast User Switching function, and try the operation once more.

Others

Computer hangs

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application which is not responding. After shutting down by sliding the power switch for more than four seconds, slide the power switch to power on and open the application again. If the program no longer works normally, delete the program using the following menu. Then reinstall the program. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]

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Disclaimer

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PCE0118C_T

PANASONIC Toughbook CF-18 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Read Me First

Key Combinations

LED Indicators

Tablet Buttons

Touch Pad (Advanced)

Digitizer (Advanced)

Display Rotation

Standby/Hibernation Functions

Security Measures

Computing on the Road

Battery Power

PC Cards

RAM Module

Port Replicator

External Display

USB Devices

Modem

Wireless LAN

Hard Disk Drive

Setup Utility

Technical Information

DMI Viewer

List of Error Codes

Dealing with Problems (Advanced)