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Personal Computer

Reference Manual
Model No.

XP

CF-18 Series

We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

Read Me First
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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.
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 the administrator authority to enable these functions.
Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.
The following drives may be described as "CD/DVD drive".
CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive, CD-R/RW drive, DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, DVD
MULTI drive

Illustrations and Terminology in this Reference Manual
NOTE

NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in
minor or moderate injury.

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 doubleclick.

or ⇒

cccc*1

These symbols indicated related pages.
: Refer to the page in this Reference Manual
⇒ : Refer to the Operating Instructions
If *1 is selected, it will jump to a related explanatory
note.

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About Display Mode
Internal LCD (Notebook)

This computer's display

External Display (Monitor)

External display connected to this computer

Simultaneous display
(Intel(R) Dual Display Clone)

To display the same screen on both the LCD and
external display

Extended Desktop

To use both the internal LCD and the external display as
an extended display domain. You can drag a window
from the internal LCD to the external display.

The terminology in ( ) is the one used in [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller
Properties].
To display [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties]:
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics].

Key Combinations
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CAUTION
Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do
not press different key combinations quickly one after another.
Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (external
mouse), touchscreen, tablet buttons, 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. The
popup window may not be displayed depending on the state of the application you are
using (e.g., when [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen").

Key

Fn+F1
Fn+F2

Functions

LCD brightness control (down)
LCD brightness control (up)
Pressing this key combination adjusts the
brightness of LCD.
You can select a different brightness level setting
for when the AC adaptor is connected and for when
it is not connected.

Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)

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Key

Fn+F3

Functions

Display change
(When the external display is connected)
By pressing this key combination, you can select
either an external display, internal LCD or
simultaneous. ( page 67)
This key combination does not work when
[Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen".

CAUTION
Do not press another key until the display
destination has been completely switched.
Do not press this key combination in the
following conditions.
When the external display is not connected.
• When a video such as an MPEG file is
playing.
• When the Extended Desktop is being
utilized.
• When a game such as pinball is
displayed.

NOTE
When switching to a different user with the
Fast User Switching function, this key
operation may not work. In this case, log off
all users and restart the computer.

Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)

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Key

Fn+F4

Functions

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

NOTE
Disabling the speakers will also disable the
warning beep.
Speakers connected to the USB port
cannot be muted.
Fn+F5
Fn+F6

Volume control (down)
Volume control (up)
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.
Fn+F7

Power off using the standby function
Pressing this key combination causes the current
status of the computer to be saved to the memory,
and powers off the computer. ( page 36)

Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)
OFF
(MUTE)
ON

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Key

Fn+F9

Functions

Remaining capacity of the battery pack
Pressing this key combination displays the
remaining battery capacity on the screen.

Popup Window
(Displayed after logging
on to Windows)
When the battery pack is
inserted in the computer
(example)
In normal
temperature mode
( page 52)

In high temperature
mode ( page 52)

When the battery pack is
not inserted in the
computer

Fn+F10

Power off using the hibernation function
Pressing this key combination causes the current
status of the computer to be saved to the hard disk,
and powers off the computer. ( page 36)

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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

1

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

2

Set the parameters.
A. Use Fn key lock
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:
A Press Fn once. (Locked)
B Press another key for combination. (Lock released)
To use Fn successively:
A Press Fn twice. (Locked)
B Press another key for combination.
Fn key remains locked until Fn is pressed once more.
B. Notification
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 locked or released.
[Show status on screen]:
Displays the Fn key status on the taskbar.
:Fn is locked
:Fn is not locked
C. Disable popup
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.

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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
*2

If MUTE is set, you will not hear a beep.
"Fx" indicates any function key from F1 to F10.

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Power status

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

Battery pack status

page 50

Caps Lock

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

NumLk
(Numeric key)

This indicator lights 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.

ScrLk
(Scroll lock)

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

Hard disk drive status

This indicator lights when the hard disk drive is
accessed.

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

Functions

Function Descriptions

LCD brightness control
:down
:up

Pressing these buttons adjusts the brightness
of the LCD.( page 4)

Input Panel

Pressing this button turns the software
keyboard on or off.( page 27)

Enter

Same operations as when Enter is pressed.

Rotation

Pressing this button rotates the
display.( page 33)

NOTE
Do not press the rotation button again
until the display has completely
stopped rotating.
Security

On the Windows logon screen or the
Welcome screen:
Same operation as when Ctrl + Alt +
Del are pressed.
After logging on to Windows:
Pressing this button locks the computer.

NOTE
This button will not work while the
screensaver is running.

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NOTE
If the computer is set to display the password input screen when resuming from the
screensaver, the input panel, enter, and rotation buttons will not work while the
screensaver is operating.
Immediately after Windows is started up, or the Windows logon screen (or the
Welcome screen) is displayed, the tablet buttons may not work. After waiting for a
while, try pressing the tablet buttons again.

Changing the Settings of Tablet Buttons
Some of the tablet buttons can be disabled or assigned to other operations.

NOTE
Each user can select separate settings for the tablet buttons.

Changing the Settings
The Input Panel ( ), Enter ( ), and Rotation ( ) buttons can be assigned the following
operations as alternatives to the ones listed above. ( page 11)
Press a key or key combination
Launch an application
Turn off screen
Turn Wireless LAN on or off (Only for models with wireless LAN)
• This function requires the installation of the Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software. (Installed
in factory preset.)
Turn Bluetooth on or off (Only for models with Bluetooth)
• Install "Bluetooth Switch" following the procedure below to enable this function.
A Select [start] - [Run], enter "c:\util\bluesw\setup.exe", and then select [OK].
If the message [Confirm File Deletion] is displayed, select [OK], select [Finish],
and then perform the procedure again from step A.
B At [Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Bluetooth Switch...], select [Next].
C Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], and select [Finish].
The computer will restart.

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1
2
3

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Tablet Buttons Settings].
Select the tablet button you want to change and select [Change].
Select the function to be assigned to the button from the [Action] list.
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.
• Fn cannot be used.
When you select [Launch an application], select [Browse] to set an application
to launch.
The following kinds of files can be registered:
• Executable files (.exe)
• Shortcuts to files (.lnk)
• Files tied in with applications (such as .doc and .txt)
If parameters are required, describe them after the filenames.

4
5

Select [OK].
Select [OK].

NOTE
On the Windows logon screen or Welcome screen, tablet buttons work in the default
setting.

Disabling the tablet buttons
The Security ( ), Input Panel (
following the procedure bellow.

), Enter (

), and Rotation (

) buttons can be disabled

1
2

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Tablet Buttons Settings].

3

Select [OK].

Remove the checkmark from [Enable Security, Input Panel, Enter,
Rotation Button.]

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NOTE
On the Windows logon screen or Welcome screen, the tablet buttons cannot be
disabled.

Touch Pad
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Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations.
A. Work Surface (Touch Pad)
B. Left Button
C. Right Button
The touch pad has the following two modes of operation.
Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel Mode
(Setting at the time of purchase)

Original Mode

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

Only scroll operation is possible for
applications 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.

Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ is a mouse-type
device that, in addition to the two
conventional buttons, incorporates a wheel
able to rotate forwards/backwards.
Scrolling Area
D. Scrolling up/down
For the Pan and Auto
Scroll functions, the
entire work surface of the
touch pad can be used
for scrolling.

Scrolling Area
D. Scrolling up/down
Possible when a check
mark is added for
[Vertical].
E. Scrolling side-to-side
Possible when a check
mark is added for
[Horizontal].

Typical mouse operations use the area (F): 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.

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When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft® wheel
function or not, try using both modes. Depending on the application, there are cases
where scrolling may not be possible with either mode.

Changing the mode of the touch pad
A Display the setting menu.
Select
on the taskbar or select [Mouse] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers
and Other Hardware] - [Mouse], and then select [TouchPad].
B Change the settings.
To set the Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel mode
Add the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll Configuration].
To set the original mode
Remove the check mark for [IntelliMouse Wheel mode] of [Scroll
Configuration] and then add the check mark for [Vertical] and/or [Horizontal].
C Select [OK].

Operating the Touch Pad
Function

Operation

Moving the Cursor
Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work
surface.
Tapping/Clicking

tapping
or
clicking
To right-click: click with the right button

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Function

Operation

Double-Tapping/DoubleClicking

double-tapping

or

double-clicking

Dragging

Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger
down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work surface.
or
While holding down the button, moving your finger on the work
surface.
Scroll *1
Scroll a document.
(rotate the wheel)*2

Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel Mode

Original Mode

Auto Scroll*1*3
Automatically scroll a
document.
(move the mouse after
clicking the wheel)*2

Î
Operate after pressing the two buttons simultaneously.
When releasing the auto scroll function: One tap on the
work surface.

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Function

Operation

Pan*1*3
Operate while holding down the two buttons.
Scroll in various directions
of a document.
(move the mouse slightly
while holding down the
wheel)*2
Zoom*1*3
Magnify/reduce the
display of a document.
(rotate the wheel while
holding down Ctrl)*2

Data Zoom*1*3

Ctrl+

A. Magnify
B. Reduce
Shift+

Display or hide a
document, or perform
operations to return to or
proceed with Internet
Explorer.
(rotate the wheel while
holding down Shift)*2
*1

The movements will differ depending on the application.
Operations to follow when using an external Microsoft® IntelliMouse™.
*3 Operation applicable to the Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel mode.
*2

CAUTION
Do not remove [touchpad/touchscreen] in the following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] [Device Manager] - [Mice and other pointing devices]

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

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

Power off your computer (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/
Shutting Down") and connect the computer to the port replicator (⇒
Operating Instructions of the Port Replicator).

2
3
4
5

Connect the external mouse or trackball to the port replicator.

6
7

Turn the computer on and run the Setup Utility (

page 88).

In [Main] menu, set [Touch Pad] and [Touchscreen] to [Disable].
Close the Setup Utility by pressing F10. At the confirmation message,
select [Yes].
Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.
If the message [Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard] is
displayed, select [Finish].
It may take a few minutes to complete this operation.

8

If the display asks you to restart Windows, select [Yes].
The computer will restart.

Touch Pad
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9

Following the operating instructions of the connected external mouse
or trackball, install the necessary driver.

When you want to re-enable the touch pad and touchscreen

1

Uninstall the driver or application software of an external mouse or
trackball. (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.
A In [start] - [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.
B If the confirmation message is displayed, select [OK].

2
3

If the display asks you to restart Windows, select [No].

4
5
6

Turn the power on and run the Setup Utility (

Power off your computer (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/
Shutting Down") and remove the external mouse or trackball.
page 88).

In [Main] menu, set [Touch Pad] and [Touchscreen] to [Enable].
Close the Setup Utility by pressing F10. At the confirmation message,
select [Yes].

7
8

Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.

9

Confirm that [touchpad/touchscreen] is displayed at [Devices].

Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] [Mouse] - [Hardware].

A Select the external mouse or trackball and then select [Properties].
B Select [Driver] and then select [Update Driver].

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C At [Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard], select [No, not this time], and
then select [Next].
D Select [Install from a list or specific location] and then select [Next].
E Select [Don't search. I will choose the driver to install.] and then select [Next].
F Select [Have Disk], input [c:\util\drivers\mouse] at [Copy manufacturer's files
from], then select [OK].
G Select [touchpad/touchscreen] and then select [Next].
If the some item names are displayed, select one.
If [xx has not passed Windows Logo testing....] is displayed, select [Continue
Anyway].
H Select [Finish] and then select [Close].
I The display will ask you to restart Windows. Select [Yes].
The computer will restart.

A Select [OK].

10

Perform the touchscreen calibration.(

page 25)

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Handling the Touch Pad
By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Do not place any object on the
work 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).
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.

Touchscreen
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Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same
operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus
(included). If the cursor cannot be pointed correctly with the stylus, perform [Calibration].
( page 25)
The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).
The operation settings can be changed. ( page 25)
Functions

Operation

Moving the cursor
The cursor is moved to the location
pointed by the stylus.

Clicking (Tapping)
One tap

Double-clicking
(Double-tapping)

Two quick taps

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

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NOTE
To right-click:
A Select
on the taskbar.
changes to .
B Select the object you want to right-click.
changes to .
If you make a mistake and select , select

to return to

.

CAUTION
When the internal LCD is used alone or with an external display simultaneously, the
touchscreen function will not work properly when the area of either display is set
larger than default setting of the display resolution.
If a change is made to the display resolution, or the cursor can not be pointed
correctly with the stylus, be sure to perform [Calibration]. ( page 25)
When mouse drivers are installed (e.g., Intellimouse), the touchscreen function may
not be used.
When you want to uninstall or reinstall the touchscreen (touch pad) driver: page 19
Even when only an external display is in use, the cursor will move on the external
display if the surface of the internal LCD is touched when the touchscreen driver is
active. Therefore, do not touch the internal LCD when only an external display is in
use.
The touchscreen function can not be used in the Setup Utility or when using the full
screen in [Command Prompt].

NOTE
Select
on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the touchscreen.
You can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures.
Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

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Configuring the Touchscreen
When needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps.

1

Display [Mouse Properties] screen.

A.
B.
C.
D.

2

Select
on the taskbar and then select [TouchScreen] or select [TouchScreen] in
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].
Double click settings
Set the width and height of the double click.
Advanced Configuration
Set the advanced settings.
Test
Test for the "Double click settings".
Calibration & Test
Define the calibration setup. Use this procedure when the cursor, the stylus
(included) touches do not appear to agree. (Calibration must be performed when
the display resolution has been changed.)
Touch the "+" mark on the calibration screen for about one second.
After the calibration procedure is executed (e.g., after the nine "+" marks are
touched), the procedure ends when Enter is pressed.

Make necessary changes and select [OK].

NOTE
The double-click speed of the touchscreen can be changed in [Tap and Buttons].
Rotates the display to [0 degrees] before performing the calibration. ( page 33)
For more information, click
at the upper right corner.

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Handling the Touchscreen
Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips
or hard objects for screen operations.
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 touchscreen, such as oil.
When the touchscreen 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.

Handling the Stylus
Clean the stylus tip and screen prior to operation. Foreign particles can scratch the screen
and impede the operation of the stylus.
Use the stylus only for the computer screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage
the stylus and scratch the screen.

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The software keyboard enables you to perform the same operations as the internal keyboard
by touching the screen with the stylus (included).

Using the Software Keyboard
1

Press the input panel button

.

A. The system menu is displayed.( page 28)
B. The software keyboard will be moved to the four corners of the screen.
C. One tap : Use as the short cut key.
Two taps : The same function as the
key.
D. The action is the same as a right mouse button click. (The same function as the
key.)

2
3

Touch the software keyboard with the stylus to input characters etc.
Press the input panel button

to close the software keyboard.

NOTE
You can also start up the software keyboard using the following procedure.
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Software Keyboard].
If you want to press shortcut key, after pressing one key (the key turns blue), press the
second key in a continuous manner. For example, if you want to type Ctrl + C , after
pressing Ctrl , Press C .
When using two or more keys in combination ( Ctrl + C etc.), use the internal
keyboard or the software keyboard alone.
When Fn is pressed, the function key will change to the display shown at left. (The Fn
key function does not work on the Windows logon screen or the Welcome screen.)
Ctrl + Alt + Del cannot be input through the software keyboard (except when
logging on).
Depending on the language, some keys are displayed in orange. These keys are used
to input characters such as "ë", "ö", etc. You can set input languages for each
application.(⇒ Windows help) The software keyboard will switch to the keyboard
layout in the language set for the selected application.
To select the language, use the language bar (e.g. ) on the taskbar. If the software
keyboard layout does not change to the language you have set, select the title bar of
the software keyboard then select the application again. Even if the language bar

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display does not match the language set for the application, the input will be correct as
long as the keyboard layout changes into the appropriate language.
Characters cannot be input through the software keyboard when the [Command
Prompt] screen is set to "Full Screen".
The software keyboard may not work while Windows is in the process of shutting
down. Be sure to save the all data before shutting down or restarting Windows.

Changing the Settings
You can change the keyboard size, switch the keyboard to the numeric keypad, or change
other settings using the system menu.

1
2

Select

(on the top left corner of the software keyboard).

Add a check mark to the function you want to use.
A. Auto Move
The software keyboard moves automatically so as not to hide the window
currently selected. (It will not move if there is no place that it can move to.) Also,
the software keyboard will move to the topmost position on the display when the
computer changes to input mode.
B. Auto Restore
If the software keyboard has been minimized on the task bar, it will automatically
be restored and will move to the topmost position on the display when the
computer changes to input mode. Depending on the application, this function
may not work.
C. Always On Top
Set the software keyboard to the topmost position on the display.
D. Transparent
Set the software keyboard to transparent display.
E. Select the keyboard/keypad.

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NOTE
The currency symbols (A) displayed on the numeric keypad are set using the following
menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language and Regional Options] - [Regional
and Language Options] - [Regional Options] - [Customize] - [Currency] - [Currency
symbol].

Panasonic Hand Writing
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Simple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the work
surface of the touch pad or the touchscreen, and can be saved to a file as a bitmap (.bmp)
format.
Any change to the size of an image must be made before beginning to draw. If the image
size is changed after the drawing is completed, the image (quality) will not be sharp.
Data can be copied to the clipboard with [Edit] - [Copy]. Copied data can be added to
other applications that support the bitmap format by using the paste function.
The file size of a bitmap image to be saved or pasted to another application can be
changed with [Option] - [Window size].
Changing the number of colors of the display may affect the Panasonic Hand Writing
screen. If the screen is affected, click
on the taskbar with the right mouse button, close
the application by selecting [Exit Panasonic Hand Writing], and then run Panasonic Hand
Writing again.
Drawing accuracy may be degraded if another application, such as disk accessing, is
being executed simultaneously. Begin drawing only after other applications have been
closed.

NOTE
If a commercially-available pointing device (e.g., mouse) driver is installed and
overwrites the driver of the touch pad, Panasonic Hand Writing will no longer work.

Drawing Characters or Figures
CAUTION
Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Panasonic Hand Writing is in use.

1

Select
on the taskbar or run Panasonic Hand Writing as the
following procedure.
Select [Panasonic Hand Writing] from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic].

2

Draw a character or figure.
When using the Touch Pad mode
Positions on the work surface of the touch pad have corresponding positions in the
Panasonic Hand Writing window. For example, a character or figure made in the

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top-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top-left part
of the Panasonic Hand Writing window.
A Select
or select [Touch Pad mode] in [Option].
B Draw a character or figure using the touch pad.
Determine the position to begin drawing while pressing down on the right button
of the touch pad. After determining this position, release your finger from the
button and draw. (Drawing is not possible while the right button of the touch pad
is being pressed.)
C Press the left button of the touch pad to end the Touch Pad mode.
When not using the Touch Pad mode
A Drag*1 across the Panasonic Hand Writing window to draw a character or
figure.
*1

Touch pad: page 15
Touchscreen: page 23

NOTE
Do not operate any of the followings when using the Panasonic Hand Writing in the
Touch Pad mode. The Touch Pad mode will be cancelled.
• Switch to another application.
• Resume operation from the standby or hibernation mode.
• Display the settings screen for [Panasonic Hand Writing].
• Select a menu after pressing Alt.
• Touch the touchscreen.
In the following cases, the Touch Pad mode does not work properly.
• When the computer is in the Extended Desktop.
• When the display is rotated 90 or 270 degrees.
In the Touch Pad mode, an external mouse or trackball connected to the external
keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator will not operate.
When a screen saver has been set, it may start up during input in the Touch Pad
mode.

3

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

CAUTION
When using the touchscreen, use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use
any of the following objects, as they may damage the work surface.

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• Objects with an extremely sharp tip, like screwdrivers and nails.
• Objects that leave marks, like ball-point pens.
When using the touchscreen, do not perform a drag operation by the touch pad or the
external mouse as the movement will be input on the display.

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

Rotating the Display
1

Press the rotation button

.

Each time this button is pressed, the screen display rotates counter-clockwise by
90°.( page 34)

0 degrees

90 degrees

180 degrees

270 degrees

NOTE
You can also rotate the display by selecting
on the taskbar.
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 or the touchscreen will not match the display angle for
a few seconds.
If the screen display resolution has been set to 800 x 600 pixels, you can rotate the
display to [0 degrees] and [180 degrees] only.

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

1
2

Right-click

on the taskbar, and then select [Setting].

Change the settings.
A. The display rotates to the angles with checkmarks in the order that they are
shown. Remove the checkmark from any angle positions (except for [0 degrees])
that will not be used.
B. In the following cases, the display is automatically set to the default angle.
When Windows is started up
When switching from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa
When another user logs on with the Fast User Switching function

3

Select [OK].

1

Right-click

Exiting the Tool
on the taskbar, and then select [Exit].

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 touchscreen may fail to
operate properly.)
• Do not calibrate the touchscreen.
• Do not set the display resolution larger than the resolution of the internal LCD.
The computer's performance will decrease somewhat.

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If a video 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 [0 degrees].
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".
When some applications are running, the display may not be rotated and the
operation of the touch pad and the touchscreen may not match the display angle.
Press the rotation button 1 - 3 times (until the operation of the touch pad and the
touchscreen matches the display angle). After exiting the application, rotate the
display, then start up the application again.

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36

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

Time until
recovery

Requires power supply

Standby
function

Memory

Short

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

Hibernation
function

Hard disk

Rather long

Power is not required to maintain data

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, shut down Windows on a regular basis
(about once a week) without using the standby or hibernation function.

Entering the Standby or Hibernation Mode
Use any of the following methods to enter the standby or hibernation mode.
To use the hibernation mode, set [Power Options] in advance ( page 37).
(Enabled in factory preset.)
Using Fn key combinations ( page 6)
Using the power switch ( page 38)
Using the display ( page 39)
From the shutdown screen

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

Setting for Using the Hibernation Mode
At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that hibernation mode can be used.

1

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

2

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

Precautions
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode
Be sure to save all data.
When a file in an external device such as a CD/DVD 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:
A Select the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].
B Set the password.
C Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from
standby] in [start] - [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.

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• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).
• When using communications software or the network function.
• When using PC Cards.
(If these cards fail to work properly, restart the computer.)
• When an external mouse is connected to the serial port.

When entering the standby or hibernation mode
Standby mode: until the power indicator blinks green
Hibernation mode: until the power indicator goes off
Avoid the following:
• Using the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen, tablet buttons, or power switch.
• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
It may take one or two minutes to enter standby or hibernation mode.

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 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.

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 computer], and then select [OK].

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Entering the standby or hibernation mode

1

Slide the power switch (A); at the beep*1 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*1 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*1 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*1 will sound and the power will be turned off forcibly. Data
not previously saved will be lost.
*1

When the speaker function is disabled, e.g., by the key combination Fn+F4, there will be no beep
sound.

Using the Display
Setting

1

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

2

Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my
portable computer], and then select [OK].

Entering the standby or hibernation mode

1

Close the display.

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The computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the
setting.
When entering the standby or hibernation mode, close the display correctly. If
you do not do so, (for example, if you open the display soon after you close it)
the computer may not enter standby or hibernation mode.

Resuming Operation
CAUTION
Until resuming is complete (requires about 15 seconds, or 60 seconds if connected to
a network, after the display returns), avoid the following:
• Using the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, touchscreen, tablet
buttons, or power switch.
• Using external mouse or other peripheral devices.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• Closing or opening the display.
• Shutting down or restarting Windows.
• Entering either the standby or hibernation mode again.

Using the Power Switch
When having entered the standby or hibernation mode using Fn key combinations or the
power switch, resume operation using the following procedure.

1

Slide the power switch (A).

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Using the Display
When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my
portable computer] ( page 39), you can resume operation using the following procedure.

1

Open the display.
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, press the power switch.

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

Function to use

You do not want the settings in the Setup
Utility to be changed

Supervisor Password (see below)
User Password ( page 44)*1

You do not want your computer to be used
without permission

Password on boot (

You do not want data stored on the hard disk
to be read or data to be written to the hard
disk and/or you want to prevent loss of data
due to theft of the hard disk

Hard Disk Lock (

You want to prevent theft of your computer
*1

page 45)*1
page 46)*1

Security lock (⇒ Operating Instructions
"Names and Functions of Parts")

You need to set the Supervisor Password beforehand.

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

For security functions for the wireless LAN: page 83

Setting the Supervisor Password
(enabling, changing, disabling)
1
2
3

Run the Setup Utility. (

page 88)

Using either

or , select [Security].

Using either
Enter.

or

, select [Set Supervisor Password] and press

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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.

6

Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter.
To disable the Supervisor Password
Press only Enter.

7
8

At [Setup Notice], press Enter.
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.

NOTE
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
• There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters.
• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
• Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl.
Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.

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Setting the User Password (enabling, changing, disabling)
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 42)
To disable the User Password, start up the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

1
2
3
4

Run the Setup Utility. (

5

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

page 88)

Using either

or , select [Security].

Using either

or

, select [Set User Password] and press Enter.

Only when the User Password has been set:
Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press Enter.
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter.

6

Re-enter your password at [Confirm New Password] and press
Enter.
To disable the User Password
Press only Enter.

7
8

At [Setup Notice], press Enter.
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. If this happens, ask a person who knows the Supervisor Password.
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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NOTE
Your password will not be displayed on the screen.
Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.
• There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters.
• Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your password.
• Do not input your password while holding down on Shift or Ctrl.
When you do not want the User Password enabled or changed without permission:
A Run the Setup Utility and enter the Supervisor Password.
B Go to [Security] menu. Using and , select [User Password Protection] and
press Enter.
C Using either or , select [Protected] and press Enter.

When you do not want your computer to be used without
permission
When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], it is impossible to start the computer without the
password.

NOTE
You cannot use [Password on boot] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the
Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 42)
When starting up the Setup Utility, the password input screen will be displayed if a
Supervisor Password or Use Password has been set, even if [Password on boot] is set
to [Disable].

Setting the Password on boot (enabling, disabling)

1
2
3

Run the Setup Utility. (

page 88)

Using either

or , select [Security].

Using either

or

, select [Password on boot] and press Enter.

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46

4

Select [Enable] or [Disable].
To enable the Password on boot
Select [Enable] and press Enter.
To disable the Password on boot
Select [Disable] and press Enter.

5

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

Starting Up When the Password on boot is Set
The screen shown at left is displayed.
Enter your password*1 and press Enter.
When the correct password is input, the computer will start.
When three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute, the computer
will power off.
*1

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

When you do not want data stored 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. 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 [Hard Disk Lock] without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the
Supervisor Password if you have not done so. ( page 42)

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The hard disk lock function only works with the internal hard disk. This function does
not work with the second hard disk or the external hard disk.

Setting the Hard Disk Lock (enabling, disabling)

1
2
3
4

Run the Setup Utility. (

page 88)

Using either

or , select [Security].

Using either

or

, select [Hard Disk Lock] and press Enter.

Select [Enable] or [Disable].
To enable the Hard Disk Lock
Select [Enable] and press Enter. At [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
• Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
• Before changing the hard disk, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disable].

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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.
Four Important Points
• POINT 1
Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
• POINT 2
To get the maximum use of your battery, set the power management mode.
• POINT 3
Check to see that you have your AC adaptor with you before leaving your home or
office.
Purchasing a spare battery (CF-VZSU30A) is highly recommended.
• POINT 4
Always watch your battery level!

Power Saving Methods
Change [Power Schemes]
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options], and
then set [Power schemes] to [Max Battery].
Power consumption can also be minimized with detailed settings; for example, by
reducing the time setting for [Turn off monitor].
Adjust the brightness (darker) with Fn+F1 or LCD brightness control button
Leave your computer off when it is not in use
(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Remove peripheral devices (USB devices, PC Cards, external mouse, etc.) when
not in use

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Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn+F7 to put your computer in
the standby mode ( page 6), or Fn+F10 to put your computer in the hibernation
mode ( page 7)
If you plan to leave the computer for a long period of time, we recommend using the
standby mode or hibernation mode as often as possible to minimize power consumption.
Before entering the standby or hibernation mode, refer to "Precautions". ( page 37)

CAUTION
When installed in a network environment (except when the Wake Up from 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.

NOTE
Select

on the desktop to view [Important Tips] for using the battery pack. You

can also view [Important Tips] using the following procedures.
Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].

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Use the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery Status
Battery Indicator

Battery Status

Not lit

Battery pack is not connected or charging not being
performed.

Orange*1

Charging in progress.

Green*1

Fully-charged.

Blinking green

In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the
level that corresponds to an 80%*2 charge for normal temperature mode. ( page 52)

CAUTION
Do not remove the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green or the power will be turned off
forcibly.
Red

The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or
less).
Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when
the battery 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 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. Possible failure in the battery
pack or charging circuit.

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Battery Indicator

Battery Status

Blinking orange

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.

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 temperature range requirement is
satisfied, your computer will start automatically.

*1

*1
*2

When the AC adaptor is connected.
In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal temperature
mode is displayed as [100%].

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.

Check the Remaining Battery Power
1

Press Fn+F9 to Check the Remaining Battery Power on the Screen
(After logging on to Windows)
When the battery pack is inserted in the computer (example)
:normal temperature mode ( page 52)

:high temperature mode (

page 52)

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z When the battery pack is not inserted in the computer

NOTE
z 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, perform "Battery Recalibration." (Î page 55)
• 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.
z There may be a discrepancy between the % value that is displayed on the taskbar
icon, and [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]. This is not a malfunction.

About High Temperature Mode
This computer has a high temperature mode function that prevents the deterioration of the
battery in high-temperature environments or when using the fully charged battery pack for a
long period of time.
To use the high temperature mode function, set [Environment] in the [Main] menu of the
Setup Utility to [Auto]*1 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.) or usage condition (when the AC adaptor has been
connected for a long period of time).
Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is
approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal temperature mode.
*1

The default mode.

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NOTE
z After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the
remaining battery capacity will not be displayed properly until the battery pack is
completely discharged or fully charged.
z In the [Auto] mode:
Once the computer has automatically switched from [Normal Temperature] to [High
Temperature], the computer will not switch back to [Normal Temperature] until the
battery has been recharged from 0% to 100% about five times. This is to prevent the
deterioration of the battery.

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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.
If you have a fully charged spare battery,
turn off the computer, replace the battery,
and turn the computer on again.
Do not replace the battery pack while the
computer is in standby mode.

When remaining battery capacity falls to 5%
[Critical battery alarm]
Displays a message indicating the low
battery level and the computer will enter
hibernation mode.

Connect the AC adaptor or replace the
battery pack before starting up the computer
next time.
Connect the AC adaptor, then charge the
battery.
If you have a fully charged spare battery,
turn off the computer, replace the battery
pack, and turn the computer on again.
After the computer enter hibernation
mode when the battery runs down, if
computer operations are resumed
without charging the battery, Windows
may not start up properly, and in some
cases the alarm function may not operate
properly from that point on.

Do not replace the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode.
Above settings can be changed.
A Display [Alarms] screen.
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power
Options] - [Alarms].

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B 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.
A. 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.].
B. 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 (Battery Recalibration)
The battery pack has a function for measuring, storing and learning about battery capacity.
Using "Battery Recalibration" function to accurately display remaining battery capacity
requires that the battery pack be fully charged (charged to 100%), then fully discharged. 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 following procedure
should be performed again.

NOTE
Perform the following procedure in a temperature range of 10°C to 30°C {50°F to
86°F}.
"Battery Recalibration" function takes time to execute because of the large battery
capacity; this is not a malfunction.
• Time taken to obtain a full charge: Approx. 4 hours [max.]
• Time taken for a complete discharge: Approx. 4.5 hours
If the computer is turned off while performing "Battery Recalibration" (electrical power
outage, accidental removal of the AC adaptor or battery pack, etc.), "Battery
Recalibration" will not be performed properly.

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1
2
3

Connect the AC adaptor.
Close all applications.
Perform "Battery Recalibration".

A Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery Recalibration].
B At the confirmation message, select [Start].
Performing "Battery Recalibration" at frequent intervals degrades the battery.
A message urging caution will appear when "Battery Recalibration" is to be
performed again in less than a month or so since it was last performed. In a
case like this, do not perform "Battery Recalibration."
C The display will ask you to shut down Windows. Select [Yes].
"Battery Recalibration" will begin.
After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging begins. When the
discharging is completed, the power automatically goes off.
When "Battery Recalibration" is completed, charging begins.

NOTE
"Battery Recalibration" can also be performed by following the procedure below.
A Restart the computer.
B Press F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed a few moments after the
computer begins the startup procedure.
C When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter.
D Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Replacing the Battery Pack
The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU30A).
If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short, and if performance is not recovered
even after executing Battery Recalibration, we recommend that the battery be replaced.

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 it 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-VZSU30A) with your computer.
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.

1

Power off your computer.
(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Do not shut down using the standby function.

2

Remove the battery pack.
A Unlock the cover by sliding the latch (A) to the right.

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B Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover (B).

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

3

Insert the battery pack.
A Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place.
B Close the cover until it clicks into place.

B
A
C Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

CAUTION
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.

C

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Your computer has two PC Card slots.
These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices,
etc., may be utilized.
Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm):
Two cards can be used simultaneously.
Type III (10.5 mm):
One card can be used only in the slot 1.

CAUTION
Check the PC Cards' specifications. Be sure the total operating current does not
exceed the specified limit. Damage may result otherwise.
Allowable Current: 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.

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Inserting/Removing the PC Card
Inserting a PC Card

1

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch (A) to the right.

2

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

3

Simply slide the PC Card right-side-up until it snaps into place.
Refer to the operating instructions of each card on how to insert the card.

CAUTION
When using a PC Card to connect a peripheral device (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.), install
following procedure below (one example).
A Connect the peripheral device to the card.
B Turn the device on.
C 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

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insertion. Do not try to force the card all the way in. You may damage the slot,
making it impossible to remove the card.

Removing a PC Card
CAUTION
Do not remove a PC Card while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode.
When two PC Cards are inserted, perform the following procedure (from Step 1 to
Step 3 for each of the two cards.
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 [start] menu, then remove the card.

1

2
3
4

Disable the card function.
A Select
on the taskbar, select the PC Card, then select [Stop].
B 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 (C), and then press the button again.
Slide the PC Card out.
Close the cover until it clicks into place.

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5

Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

NOTE
If the button is sticking out, press it back to its original position.

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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
(For information on the RAM modules that can be used, contact Panasonic Technical
Support.)

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
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.
Use the proper size screw driver to insure that the screw does not get stripped.
The two screws shown at left are for fixing the speaker in place. Do not remove these
screws.

1

Power off your computer.
(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Do not use the standby or hibernation function.
Disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery pack. (

page 57)

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B

2

Turn the computer over and remove the screws (A), then remove the
cover (B).

3

Insert/Remove RAM module.
Inserting the RAM module
A Slide in the module at an angle.
B Press the module down until the right and left hooks lock into place.

A

Removing the RAM module
A Gently open the left and right hooks (F).
The RAM module will be raised at an angle.
B Gently remove the RAM module from the slot.

B

A

A

F

F

4

Put the cover back in place.
A Insert the cover at an angle, then fit it into place.
B Fasten the screw.

5

Insert the battery pack.(

page 57)

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

NOTE
If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the main unit memory and
RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility
( page 90). If the RAM module is not recognized, power off the computer and insert
it again.

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66
A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB181). This device eliminates the hassles of
having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and
allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.
The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector (A) at the bottom of your computer.
For more detailed information, refer to the Operating Instructions of the port replicator.

CAUTION
Hot/Warm Docking and Hot/Warm Undocking are not possible with the port replicator.

About the driver
The driver for this port replicator is already installed in this computer. Do not install the driver
from the driver CD-ROM provided with the port replicator.

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67

1
2

Power off your computer.
(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in the standby or
hibernation mode.

Connect the external display.
Connect the external display to the external display port (A) on your computer.

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
the following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme
Graphics] - [Devices]
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.

4

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

NOTE
The display destination after resuming from hibernation mode or after restarting may
differ from the display destination before entering hibernation mode or before
restarting.
When changing the display destination after Windows has started, do not press any
keys or tablet button or slide the power switch until the display 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.
Fn+F3 does not work when [Command Prompt] screen is set to "Full Screen".
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.
When the computer is set to display on both the internal LCD and the external display,
DVD-Video, MPEG files and other video files may not be played back smoothly.
When connecting a monitor that does not conform to the Plug & Play standards:
Either select the correct external display driver using in the following menu. Or use

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the driver disk that was supplied with your monitor.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] [Advanced] - [Monitor] - [Properties] - [Driver] - [Update Driver]
If a picture is not displayed properly, lower the level of [Hardware acceleration] in the
following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] [Advanced] - [Troubleshoot]
Also, carefully read the operating instructions of the external display.

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

Display [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] screen.
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;

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• The pop-up window displayed by Fn key combination is shown 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.
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme
Graphics] - [Devices] - [Extended Desktop]
The cursor will move on the primary device if the surface of the internal LCD is
touched. Set the primary device to the internal LCD when using the touchscreen.

Precautions
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 after 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 not in use.

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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: Right-click on the desktop, and select [Arrange Icons By] - [Auto Arrange].

When an animated pointer is used for the mouse pointer (e.g.,
when changing the theme in [Appearance and Themes] of
[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.
A Display [Mouse Properties].
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].
B Select [Pointers].
C Select [None] in [Scheme], then select [OK].

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71
NOTE
The USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03) and the USB CD/DVD 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.
A USB floppy disk drive other than the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive
cannot be used as a boot drive.

Connecting/Removing USB devices
Connecting USB devices

1

Connect the USB device to the USB port (A) on your computer,
referring to the operating instructions of the USB device.
Follow the on-screen instructions and refer to the operating instructions for USB
devices on how to install the driver.

NOTE
You may need to install drivers compatible with the operating system you are using for
your USB devices.
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.
After connecting the USB device to one port and installing the driver, it may be
necessary to reinstall the driver when the device is connected to the other port.

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72
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

Disable the device function.
A Select

on the taskbar and select the USB device, then select [Stop].

B Follow the on-screen instructions.
(This step is not necessary when the USB device has been removed after the
computer is turned off, if

is not displayed, or if the device does not appear in

the list in step A.)

2

Remove the USB device.

USB Floppy Disk Drive
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.

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Use the write-protect tab (A).
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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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.
The modem may be damaged by sudden high voltage surges, as may occur in the
event of a lightning strike. We recommend use of a surge protector.

1

Connect the computer and the telephone jack (A) using a modem
telephone cable (included)(B).
Open the modem cover, position the cable so that the tab (C) matches the port ( ),
and insert the cable until you hear a "click".

2

Change the settings as necessary.
A Select [Edit] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] [Phone and Modem Options] - [Dialing Rules], then select the location from
which you will be dialing in [Country/region].
B Input the necessary information (items such as the area code, dialing rules,
etc.), select [OK], then select [OK].

NOTE
Do not enter either the standby or hibernation mode during communications.
To remove the cable, pull out while pressing down on the tab.

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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75

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 Function
A Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and
Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware], and then select the internal modem
from [Modems].
B Select [Power Management], add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring
the computer out of standby], then select [OK].

CAUTION
When using this function, it is recommended that the AC adaptor be connected to the
computer.
Concerning the setting for [System standby]*1
• 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

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answer" (with the software application that is able to maintain the condition to receive
telephone calls) to a small value.
*1

To display the setting for [System standby],
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power
Schemes].

NOTE
This function does not work when the computer is off or is in hibernation mode.
After operations are resumed from standby mode, the screen remains dark. The
former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen, or
tablet button 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.

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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.

Connecting LAN
CAUTION
Do not connect the modem telephone cable into the LAN port.

1
2

Power off your computer.
(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")
Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in the standby or
hibernation mode.

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

3

Turn on the computer.

CAUTION
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]

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NOTE
If you are unable to connect to the network (when the indicator of your HUB unit does
not light):
A Display [Device Manager] screen.
Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and
Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware].
B Select the network adaptor you are using from [Network adapters].
C Select [Advanced].
D Confirm the settings of each item.

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
A Select [Device Manager] in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and
Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware].
B Select the internal network adaptor from [Network adapters].
C 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].

CAUTION
Be sure to connect the AC adaptor, and enable the supply of power.

NOTE
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.

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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.
After operations are resumed from standby mode, the screen remains dark. The
former screen display will be restored when the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen, or
tablet button is used.
The Wake up from LAN function will operate regardless of the [Boot up from LAN]
setting of the Setup Utility.
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.
A Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [Network adapters].
B Select the internal network adaptor, and then select [Power Management].
C Add the check mark for [Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby]
and [Only allow management stations to bring the computer out of standby],
then select [OK].

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Only for models with wireless LAN
If you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections.
Wireless LAN communication methods
• Infrastructure mode
For data transactions between two or more computers with wireless LAN functions,
using an access point
• Ad hoc mode
For direct data transactions between two computers with wireless LAN functions,
without using an access point
• This computer supports two standards: IEEE802.11b (802.11b) and IEEE802.11g
(802.11g).

CAUTION
Communication is performed through the wireless LAN antenna (A). Do not block the
antenna area with your hand or otherwise interfere with the passage of the radio
signals.
Do not use the Fast User Switching function. The wireless LAN cannot be used.

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.
When using a wireless LAN in an environment that combines both 802.11g and
802.11b, communication speed when using 802.11g may decrease.

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Precautions
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.
Abide by instructions regarding use in airplanes and hospitals.
If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn off the
wireless LAN. ( page 82)

To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk
via a wireless LAN.
When using the wireless LAN function, there is a danger that data may be stolen from the
hard disk, or that shared files may be accessed. If you plan to use wireless LAN functions,
we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as
for encryption.

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Turning On/Off for the Wireless LAN Function
Turn on/off the wireless LAN function power using Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software.

NOTE
Before using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless LAN on (at the time of purchase, the
wireless LAN is set to [Wireless Off]).

1

Display [Intel PROSet/Wireless] screen.
Double-click

/

/

(when the wireless LAN is on) or

(when the

wireless LAN is off) on the taskbar, or select [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel PROSet
Wireless] - [Intel PROSet Wireless].

2

Select ▼ and select [Wireless On] or [Wireless Off].

NOTE
You can assign the function for turning the wireless LAN on or off to one of the tablet
buttons. ( page 12)

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The Settings
To use the wireless LAN, 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.

CAUTION
Set profiles for each user using the following procedure.

1

Double-click
screen.

on the taskbar to display [Intel PROSet/Wireless]

When
or
is displayed:
The wireless LAN is on. Skip step 2.

2

Select (A) and select [Wireless On].

3

Select [Add] (B) in [Profiles].

4

Enter the profile name and Wireless network name (SSID), and make
other necessary changes; then select [Next].

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5

Make necessary changes and select [OK].
For security, we recommend that you enable encryption.
For information on how to set the encryption, ask your system administrator or
the person in charge of the network and refer to the access point’s operating
instructions.

6

Select the profile you have set and select [Connect].
If the setting of the profile that is currently connected is changed, the new setting
will not be enabled until you select the profile and then select [Connect].

NOTE
If

is displayed, the computer is connecting to an access point. Wait for a

moment.
If

is displayed for a longer time, perform the following procedure.

A Display [Intel PROSet/Wireless] screen. ( page 83)
B Select again a profile name you want to connect, and select [Connect].

7

Select [Close].

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

Exchanging Data between Computers Using the Wireless LAN
To communicate between two computers using the wireless LAN and without using an
access point, make the following settings on each computer.
Set the network to be accessed as [Device to device (Ad hoc)].
Set the network names to the same name.
Set the network authentication to the same authentication.
When using encryption, set the same encryption and the same network key on both
computers.

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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. (⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/
Shutting Down")
Do not connect or disconnect devices while the computer is in the standby or
hibernation mode.
Disconnect the AC adaptor.

2
3

Remove the battery pack. (

page 57)

Insert/remove the hard disk drive.
Removing the hard disk drive
A Unlock the cover by sliding the latch (A) to the right.

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B Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover (B).

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

Inserting the hard disk drive
A Slide the hard disk drive inward until it is firmly in place.
B Close the cover until it clicks into place.

B
A
C Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

4

Insert the battery pack. (

page 57)

CAUTION
Be sure to insert the hard disk drive as illustrated.
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.

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NOTE
Whether the hard disk is properly recognized or not can be confirmed in [Information]
menu of the Setup Utility ( page 90). If the hard disk is not recognized, power off the
computer and insert it again.

Setup Utility
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The Setup Utility is a utility for setting the computer's operating environment (password
settings, startup drive selection, etc.). The following six menu items are available.
[Information], [Main], [Advanced], [Security], [Boot], [Exit]

Running the Setup Utility
1
2

Turn on or restart the computer.
Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed a few moments
after the computer begins the startup procedure.
If [Enter Password] is displayed, enter your password.
When the Setup Utility is started with Supervisor Password
You can register all items of the Setup Utility.
When the Setup Utility is started with User Password
You can not register [Advanced] and [Boot] menu.
On [Security] menu:
• [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed.
• [Password on boot], [Setup Utility Prompt], [Boot First Menu] and [User
Password Protection] will be displayed, but cannot be set.
• The User Password can be changed only when [User Password
Protection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot be
deleted.
[Get Default Values] will not be displayed on [Exit] menu.
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.
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.

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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 or .
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, Tab can be used to move the cursor.

Setup Utility
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Information Menu
Language:

[English]

Model No.:

CF-xxxxxxxxx

Serial No.:

xxxxxxxxxx

CPU Type:

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

CPU Speed:

x.xx GHz

BIOS:

Vx.xxLxx

Embedded Controller:

Vx.xxLxx

System Memory:

xxx MB

Primary Master:

xx GB

Parameters
(Underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.)
Language

English
Japanese

Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility.

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Main Menu
System Time:

[xx:xx:xx]*1

System Date:

[xx/xx/xxxx]*2

Touch Pad:

[Enable]

Touchscreen:

[Enable]

Display:

[Simultaneous]

Display Expansion:

[Enable]

Environment:

[Auto]

Current Status:*3

Normal Temperature

*1

Time is shown in 24-hr. style.
Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year.
*3 This item is displayed only when [Environment] is set to [Auto]. Depending on the battery status,
either "Normal Temperature" or "High Temperature" is displayed.
*2

Parameters
(Underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.)
Touch Pad

Disable
Enable

Touchscreen

Disable
Enable

Display*4

External Monitor
Internal LCD
Simultaneous

Display Expansion

Disable
Enable

Environment

Normal Temperature
High Temperature
Auto

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*4

The display destination in cases where Windows is not running is set here. If an external display is
not connected, all information will appear on the internal LCD even if [External Monitor] or
[Simultaneous] is selected.
After Windows starts up, the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics] - [Devices]

Advanced Menu
Serial Port A:

[Auto]

Serial Port B:

[Auto]

Modem:

[Enable]

LAN:

[Enable]

Boot up from LAN:
Wireless

LAN:*1

Legacy USB Support:
*1

[Enable]
[Enable]
[Enable]

Only for models with wireless LAN.

NOTE
[Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the
User Password.

Parameters
(Underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.)
Serial Port A

Disable
Enable
Auto

I/O IRQ*2

3F8/IRQ4
2F8/IRQ3
3E8/IRQ7
2E8/IRQ5

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Serial Port B

Disable
Enable
Auto

I/O IRQ*2

3F8/IRQ4
2F8/IRQ3
3E8/IRQ7
2E8/IRQ5

Modem

Disable
Enable

LAN

Disable
Enable

Boot up from LAN*3

Disable
Enable

Wireless LAN

Disable
Enable

Legacy USB Support

Disable
Enable

*2
*3

This item is displayed only when the setting of each port is [Enable].
[Disable] is automatically set when [LAN] is set to [Disable].

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Security Menu
Password on boot:

[Enable]

XSet Supervisor Password:

[Enter]

Setup Utility Prompt:

[Enable]

Boot First Menu:

[Enable]

Hard Disk Lock:

[Disable]

User Password Protection:

[No Protection]

XSet User Password:

[Enter]

NOTE
When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password;
• [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displayed.
• [Password on boot], [Setup Utility Prompt], [Boot First Menu] and [User Password
Protection] will be displayed, but cannot be set.
• The User Password can be changed only when [User Password Protection] has
been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot be deleted.

Parameters
(Underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.)
Password on boot

Disable
Enable

Set Supervisor Password

To the sub-menu

Setup Utility Prompt*1

Disable
Enable

Boot First Menu

Disable
Enable

Hard Disk Lock*2

Disable
Enable

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User Password Protection

No Protection
Protected

Set User Password*2

To the sub-menu

*1

When [Setup Utility Prompt] is set to [Disable], the message "Press F2 for Setup / F12 for LAN" is
not displayed on [Panasonic] boot screen. Even if the message is not displayed, F2 and F12 will
work.
*2 Setting impossible when the Supervisor Password is not set.

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Boot Menu
+Floppy Drive*1*2
+Hard Disk Drive*2
USB CD/DVD Drive *3
LAN*4
*1

This is displayed even if a floppy disk drive is not connected or [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Disable] on [Advanced] menu.
The following drive can be used for startup (recommended).
Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (optional. CF-VFDU03)
*2 "+" is displayed if the device that can be used for startup is connected. Pressing Enter expands or
collapses devices with a - or +. Pressing Ctrl + Enter expands all the devices.
If two or more devices are displayed at [Floppy Drive] or [Hard Disk Drive], select the device you
want to use for startup, and then press F6 until the device is at the top of the menu.
*3

This is displayed even if a CD/DVD drive is not connected or [Legacy USB Support] is se to [Disable] on [Advanced] menu.
*4 This is displayed even if [LAN] is set to [Disable] on [Advanced] menu.

The default order is as follows:
[Floppy Drive] -> [Hard Disk Drive] -> [USB CD/DVD Drive] -> [LAN].
To move a device up by one in the order, select the device with and , and then press F6.
To move a device down by one in the order, select the device with and , and then press
F5.

NOTE
[Boot] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User
Password.
Boot 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] boot
screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will appear. When the setting of
[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].

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Exit Menu
Save Values & Exit
Exit Without Saving Changes
Get Default Values*1
Load Previous Values
Save Current Values

Hard Disk Backup / Restore *2
*1
*2

This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password.
Only displayed when a backup area is created.

Parameters
Save Values & Exit

Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes
to CMOS.

Exit Without Saving Changes

Exit the Setup Utility without saving your
changes to CMOS.

Get Default Values

Set the Setup Utility to the default settings.

Load Previous Values

Load previous values from CMOS for all
Setup items.

Save Current Values

Save your changes to CMOS.

Hard Disk Backup / Restore

Backup data to a backup area in the hard
disk. Also, restore backed up data to the
original hard disk. Before executing, be
sure to read "Hard Disk Backup Function" in
the Operating Instructions.

Technical Information
98

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

When Using the Files on the Retail Version of the Windows CDROM
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

DMI Viewer
99
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
1

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

The screen shown at left 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

Select save method.
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].

Icon Enlarger
100

How to magnify the computer screen display
If the characters, icons, title bars, mouse cursor, or other items are too small and difficult to
see on the screen, use the "Icon Enlarger," and change the screen display by switching
among [Normal Size], [Large Size], and [Extra Large Size].
Characters on Internet screens*1 displayed on Internet Explorer, as well as characters*1 in
sent and received mail in Outlook Express and characters*1 in mail text boxes, change
according to the settings in the "Icon Enlarger".
In the default settings, [Normal Size] is set.
*1

Some characters in homepages and HTML e-mails may not be magnified.

1
2

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger].

3

Select [OK].

Select the display size as [Normal Size], [Large Size], or [Extra Large
Size].
The screen will be displayed in the selected size.

NOTE
“Icon Enlarger” will not start up if the display resolution is set lower than 1024 x 768
dots.
When magnifying screen, a part of the menu or other screen elements may become
hidden. In this case, overlay the cursor to display pop-ups, scroll the screen, or use
other functions to display the hidden elements.
Close all running application before starting “Icon Enlarger”

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101
If the characters, images, or other items are too small and difficult to see on the screen,
enlarge a part of the screen that you want to see as if using a magnifying glass.
When using Loupe Utility for the first time, run it from the [start] menu.

Use Loupe Utility
Run Loupe Utility

1

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Loupe Utility].
If you want to run Loupe Utility automatically when starting Windows next time:
Add the check mark for [Register in Startup].
You can change the settings later for whether or not to register at startup.
If you do not want to display the confirmation screen when running Loupe Utility
next time:
Add the check mark for [In the future, do not show this message].

2

Select [OK].
will be displayed on the taskbar.

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102
Enlarging a Part of the Screen

1

Point the cursor (
Enlarge.

2

Right-click while pressing Alt.

) to the place on the screen where you want to

The area indicated by the cursor will be enlarged.
Double-click on
in the taskbar, or right-click on
to show the enlarged display. ( page 103)

3

and select [Show Loupe]

Perform the enlarged display
A. Enlarged-display window: If you drag this part, the enlarged display will move.
B.

(no-show button): If you select
, the enlarged-display window will be
hidden.
• Selecting outside the enlarged display or right-clicking while pressing Alt
again will hide the enlarged-display window, too.
C. Changing the size: If you drag this part, you can enlarge/downsize the enlargeddisplay window.
• The enlarged/downsized size will differ, depending on the display
resolution.

NOTE
Loupe Utility displays the screen at the moment of the display enlargement (e.g., the
moment when the right button is clicked while pressing Alt). After the screen has
been enlarged, there is no change in the enlarged-display window even if the original
screen changes.
To reflect the changes, select the enlarged-display window (A).
There are some applications that may not be enlarged properly.

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Set Loupe Utility
1

Right-click

2

Select [Settings].

on the taskbar.

Changing the operation when showing/hiding the enlarged-display window
Set key combinations for displaying the enlarged-display window by using an
external mouse, touch pad, or keyboard.
When using the external mouse/touch pad
A Select [Mouse/Touch Pad](B).
B Select a combination of Alt, Ctrl, and Shift, and add the check mark.
(Multiple keys can be combined; for example, Alt + Ctrl) (C).
C Select right-click or left-click (D) with the keys selected in step B.
When using the keyboard
A Select [Keyboard](A).
B Select the text box (E), and then press the key used for the shortcut.
(e.g., Alt + Z, Alt + Ctrl + Z, etc.)
Changing the window shape
Select [Circular](F) or [Rectangular](H).
Start up Loupe Utility when Windows is started
Add the check mark for [Register in Startup](G).
Return Loupe Utility to the default (factory shipment) setting
Select [Restore Defaults](I).

3

Select [OK].

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Select whether to make the display enlargement 2x or 3x.
Right-click

, and then select [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].

List of Error Codes
105
When turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed,
follow the instructions shown below.
If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact
Panasonic Technical Support.
Error Code/Message
0212: Keyboard error

Action
If an external keyboard is connected, disconnect this
device.

0251: System CMOS checksum
bad - Default configuration used

An error has occurred in the memory that stores the
Setup Utility settings. This error occurs when the
memory content is changed through some inadvertent
operation by a program or other function.
Run the Setup Utility and load the default values,
then change the settings to the appropriate values as
needed. ( page 88)
If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may
need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical
Support.

0271: Check date and time
settings

The data and time setting are incorrect.
Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time
correctly. ( page 91)
If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may
need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical
Support.

0280: Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used

Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility
settings have been returned to their default values, and
the computer has been restarted.
Run the Setup Utility and load the default values,
then change the settings to the appropriate values as
needed. ( page 88)

0613: Serial Port*1 configuration
changed
0614: Serial Port*1 config. error device disabled

I/O address and IRQ settings are in conflict.
Run the Setup Utility and change the settings in
[Advanced] menu so there is no port conflicts.

*1

The port name, such as A or B,
is displayed, indicating the
conflicting ports.

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106
Error Code/Message
Press  to Setup

Operating System not found

Extended RAM Module Failed

Action
Write down the error details and press F2 to run the
Setup Utility. Confirm the settings, and change the
settings to the appropriate values as needed.
( page 88)
The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the
hard disk that you are trying to boot from.
If the computer cannot be booted from the floppy
disk, check the floppy disk drive to ensure that the
disk is in fact bootable, and change it to another if
not.
If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk,
confirm whether the hard disk is properly recognized
in [Information] menu of the Setup Utility. ( page
90)
• If the hard disk is recognized, perform the
reinstallation procedure.
• If not, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect
the device, or run the Setup Utility and set [Legacy
USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].
( page 92)
If the extended RAM module has not been inserted
properly, or if an extended RAM module other than
one matching the specifications has been inserted, a
beep will sound and the message “Extended RAM
Module Failed” will be displayed when turning the
power on. In this case, turn the power off, confirm
that the extended RAM module meets the
specifications, and reinsert it.

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107
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. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the
computer's usage status ( page 128).

Starting Up
The power indicator or battery
indicator is not lit

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 does not operate when
a USB device is connected

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.

[Enter Password] is displayed

Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it,
contact Panasonic Technical Support.

POST Startup Error(s) is displayed

page 105

Windows startup, or an operation is
extremely slow

Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( page 88).
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.)
If you install resident software after purchasing this computer, disable the
resident software.

The date and time are incorrect

You can set the date and time using the following menu:
[start] - [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.

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108
Starting Up
When resuming from the standby or
hibernation mode, [Enter Password]
does not appear even if a password
has been set in the Setup Utility

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:
A Select the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User
Accounts] and set the password.
B Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer
resumes from standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and
Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].

When the administrator password is
forgotten

If you have created a password reset disk (⇒ Operating Instructions "First-time
Operation"), a message 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.

When "Remove disks or other media.
Press any key to restart" (or a similar
message) is displayed

This means a floppy disk that dose 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 measures, this may be
an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact
Panasonic Technical Support.

[Executing Battery Recalibration]
screen is displayed

This screen appears because the Battery Recalibration was canceled before
Windows was shut down last. To start up Windows, turn off the computer by
sliding the power switch, and then turn it back on again.

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109
Starting Up
Press F9 in the Setup Utility. 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.
A Display [Local Disk (C:) Properties].
Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer],
and select [Properties].
B Select [Tools] - [Check Now].
C Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].
At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1, and
release your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed.
Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.

When the previous item is not the
cause

*1

When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the
[Panasonic] boot screen disappears. Hold down F8 a few moments after inputting the
password and pressing Enter.

Display
No display after powering on

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.
The display destination may be set to the external display.
Try changing the display destination by pressing Fn+F3.
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.

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

Has the computer been set to the power-saving mode? To resume operation of
your computer from the condition the power of the display is off (for energy
conservation purposes), press any key 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.

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110
Display
When the battery pack is used, the
screen is darker than when the AC
adaptor is connected

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.

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

If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may
appear. This is not a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a
different screen is displayed.
High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of
color liquid crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the
picture elements either fail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than
99.998% of elements are functioning properly), no defect is considered to exist.

The external display no longer
displays properly

When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used
with 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.

When you want to display the fonts or
icons at a larger size

Change the size of the icons, etc. using "Icon Enlarger" ( page 100).
To enlarge a part of the screen, use Loupe Utility ( page 101).

During simultaneous display, one of
the screens becomes disordered

Try changing the display by pressing Fn+F3.
If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display destination in
the following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme
Graphics] - [Devices]
When the [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen" by pressing Alt + Enter,
the picture is displayed on one of the screens only. When the window display is
restored by pressing Alt + Enter, the picture is displayed on both screens.

When a video such as an MPEG file is
being played with Windows® Media
Player, the display destination cannot
be switched using Fn+F3

The display destination cannot be switched while a vide such as an MPEG file
is playing. Stop playing the vide before switching the display destination.

Setup Utility
[Enter Password] is displayed

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

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

Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

Some items in [Security] menu can not
be registered

Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

F9 does not work

Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.

Shutting Down
Windows cannot be shut down or
restarted

If a USB device is connected, try removing it.
It may take one or two minutes to shutdown.

Standby/Hibernation Function
Unable to enter standby or hibernation
mode

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.
It may take one or two minutes to enter the standby or hibernation mode.
The computer may not enter standby mode properly and seems to be frozen in
the case that the computer is communicating via the modem. If this happens,
slide the power switch for four seconds or more to forcibly turn your computer
off.

Unable to automatically enter standby
or hibernation mode

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

The computer does not resume

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.
Did you disconnect the AC adaptor or the battery pack while the computer was
in standby mode? If the computer's power supply is disconnected while the
computer is in standby mode, the unsaved data will be lost.

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Battery Indicator
The red indicator lights

The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).
Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery 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.

The red indicator blinks

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 charging
circuit may be defective.

The green indicator blinks

In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the level that corresponds to an 80%*1 charge for normal temperature mode. Do not remove the
battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green or the power will be
turned off forcibly.
*1

In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal
temperature mode is displayed as [100%].

The battery indicator blinks 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 temperature range
requirement is satisfied, your computer will start automatically.

The orange indicator blinks

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.

Keyboard
Only numbers can be input

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.

Only capital letters are being input

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.

How to input European characters (ß,
à, ç etc.), symbols or Euro currency
symbol is unclear

Display the character map and point to the desired font name, such as
European fonts, and select it with the following procedure.
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [System Tools] - [Character
Map].

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Keyboard
When you want to use the keyboard in
the Tablet mode

Use the software keyboard(

page 27).

Display Rotation
The display cannot be changed and
the operation of the touch pad and the
touchscreen do not match the display
angle

When some applications are running, the display may not be rotated and the
operation of the touch pad and the touchscreen may not match the display

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

Confirm that the default angle of each mode is correctly set. ( page 34)
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.

The display fails to rotate even when

Close the applications which are open.

the rotation button

angle. Press the rotation button
1 - 3 times (until the operation of the touch
pad and the touchscreen matches the display angle). After exiting the
application, rotate the display, then start up the application again.
If the problem persists, restart the computer.

is pressed

When the screensaver starts while the
display is rotated, nothing is displayed
on the screen

Some screensaver types do not display anything on the screen for the first
minute or so. Try changing the screensaver type.

Networking: General
Unable to connect to a network

Confirm that either [Modem], [LAN] or [Wireless LAN] (only for models with
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
restarted.
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 78)

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Networking: General
Cannot check the computer’s MAC
address

Check the computer’s MAC address using the following procedure:
A Display [Command Prompt].
Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Accessories] - [Command Prompt].
B Input [ipconfig /all], and press the Enter key.
C Wireless LAN’s MAC address (only for models with wireless LAN):
Make a note of the 12-digit string of alphanumerics displayed on the
wireless LAN's "Physical Address" line. Then input [exit], and press
the Enter key.
LAN’s MAC address:
Make a note of the 12-digit string of alphanumerics displayed on the
LAN's "Physical Address" line. Then input [exit], and press the
Enter key.

The following phenomena occur
The LAN transmission speed slows
down dramatically

Wireless LAN connection drops out

page 120

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Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)
Access point is not detected

Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the
detection again.
It may take some time before the access point is displayed in [Available
Networks]. Wait a moment.
Confirm the following settings:
• [Wireless LAN] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.
Confirm that [Wireless LAN] is set to [Enable] ( page 92).
• Wireless device off:
Confirm that
If

/

/
/

/

is displayed on the taskbar.

is not displayed on the taskbar, confirm that [Wireless On]

is selected in [Intel PROSet/Wireless] screen. ( page 83)
Confirm whether the Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software is installed using the
following menu.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs].
If it has not been installed, input [c:\util\drivers\wlan\proset\iProInst.exe EoU=False]
in [start] - [Run] to install.
This computer uses channels 1 through 11*1. Check the channel being used by
the access point.
*1

In the case of wireless communications, the frequency band being used can be divided
into segments, so that different communications can be conducted on each band
segment. A "Channel" refers to the individual frequency bandwidth divisions.

Some access points have a function that limits automatic access point
detection. Confirm the access point’s SSID using the access point manual, and
make the settings manually on the computer.
The access point wireless function may be disabled.
Confirm the access point’s settings according to the access point manual.
If you have installed a firewall, change the firewall’s settings to enable
communications from an access point (register as a computer capable of
communications, etc.).

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Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)
Cannot communicate with the access
point

Confirm that the access point is on.
Confirm that the following settings match with the access point. If these
settings do not match, confirm the access point settings, and do the settings on
the computer again.
• Network name (SSID or ESSID)
• Data encryption
• Network authentication
• Network key
• Key index
Using the following procedure, confirm whether the computer’s protocol settings
are correct (only when using TCP/IP).
A When
Right-click

is displayed on the taskbar:
, and select [Open the Network Connection].

When
is not displayed on the taskbar:
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Network and Internet Connections] [Network Connections].
B Right-click [Wireless Network Connection], and select [Properties] [General] - [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] - [Properties].
C Confirm the protocol settings, such as IP address, and do the settings
properly again.
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 ( page 114) and register it according to
the operating instructions of the access point.
Communication speed decreases

Communication speed may decrease if, aside from the access point to which
this computer is connected, there is another access point nearby using the
same channel or a similar channel. Change the channel on the connection
access point, and check to see if the speed recovers. Confirm method for
changing channels using the access point manual.
The rate may drop while a microwave oven is being used.
When using a wireless LAN in an environment that combines both
IEEE802.11g and IEEE802.11b, communication speed when using
IEEE802.11g may decrease.

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Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)
Communications with access point are
cut off

Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and try the
detection again.
If there are multiple access points aside from the access point to which this
computer is connected, confirm that different channels have been set for each
access point.

Unable to connect to a network

Is the IP address of the access point wrong?
Following the operating instructions of the access point, set the IP address of
the access point again correctly

Cannot communicate via an ADSL, or
cable modem..

Check to see whether IP address and DHCP server settings are set as
indicated by Internet Service Providers (ISP).

Cannot set wireless LAN to [Enable] or
[Disable]

It may become impossible to set the wireless LAN to [Enable] or [Disable] if
these settings are changed repeatedly on the [Network Connection] screen. In
this case, restart the computer
Press the F9 key in the Setup Utility. This will restore the Setup Utility's
settings to their default values (except the password settings).

is not displayed (or has disappeared)

To display

, perform the following procedure.

A Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Network and Internet Connections]
- [Network Connections].
B Right-click [Wireless Network Connection], and select [Properties].
C Add a check mark for [Show icon in notification area when
connected], and then select [OK].

Connecting Peripherals
An error occurs while installing the
driver

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.

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Connecting Peripherals
Your peripheral does not work

Make sure a driver is installed.
Contact the manufacturer of the product.
When operation resumes from the standby or hibernation mode, devices such
as a mouse, modem or PC Cards may not function properly. In such cases,
you will need to restart your computer or reinitialize the individual devices.
When
is displayed in the Device Manager, try removing and inserting the
device once more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.
Depending on the device connected, the computer may not recognize when the
device is connected or disconnected, or the device may not operate properly.
Use the following procedure.
Select the applied device in [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and
Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager], then remove the
check mark for [Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power] in
[Power Management]. (This item may be unavailable for some types of
devices.)

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

page 19

A PC Card does not work

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 restarted.
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 60)
Confirm that a driver for your operating system has been installed.

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Connecting Peripherals
USB floppy disk drives do not work as
a boot drive

Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) can be used.
Do not connect the floppy disk drive to the USB hub or the USB connector of
the port replicator for this computer.
Make sure [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu of
the Setup Utility.
If two or more devices are displayed at [Floppy Drive] in the [Boot] menu of the
Setup Utility, make sure the USB floppy disk drive is at the top of the [Boot]
menu ( page 96)
After powering off the computer, connect the USB floppy disk drive and restart
the computer.

You do not know the available RAM
module

page 63

Cannot tell whether the RAM module
has been correctly installed

If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the main unit
memory and RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of
the Setup Utility ( page 90).
If the RAM module is not recognized, turn the computer off and reinsert the
RAM module.

The RAM module has not been
recognized

Make sure the RAM module has been properly inserted.
Use the RAM module that supports the recommended specifications (
63).

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

The current address map can be displayed with the following procedure.
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] [Hardware] - [Device Manager] - [View] - [Resources by type].

The device connected to the serial
port does not work

Check the connection.
Confirm that the device driver for the serial port works. Refer to the operating
instructions of the device. Confirm that two mouse devices are not connected,
one through the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator and the
other through the serial port.
Try setting [Touch Pad] and [Touchscreen] to [Disable] in the Setup Utility.
Confirm that [Serial Port A] (or [Serial Port B]) has not been set to [Disable].
Depending on the device, the operable I/O and IRQ may be limited. Try
different I/O and IRQ settings in the Setup Utility.

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Connecting Peripherals
The following phenomena occur
The LAN transmission speed slows
down dramatically
Poor performance when forwarding
data via a PC card
(e.g., unstable video images when
writing videos to a DV camera
using an IEEE1394 PC card)

Wireless LAN connection drops out

These phenomena may be consequences of performance losses that result
from CPU power-saving functions. Execute the following operations after
logging on with the administrator authority.
A Input [c:\util\cpupower\setup.exe] in [start] - [Run], and select [OK].
Follow the on-screen instructions.
B Select [Performance] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [CPU
Idle Setting] and select [OK], then select [Yes].
The computer will be restarted automatically.
If these phenomena occur even with the above settings, select
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power
Options] - [Power Schemes], select [Always On] from [Power
schemes], and select [OK].
• These operations will be helpful in easing the performance losses resulting
from CPU power saving functions, but will not be effective against the
phenomena resulting from other causes. (e.g., noise generated during
periods of exceptionally high load on the CPU, such as during video
playback).
• When these operations are performed, the battery running time will be
reduced to some extent. We thus recommend that when these phenomena
do not occur, you should select [Battery (Windows XP Standard)] in [CPU Idle
Setting], and return [Power schemes] in [Power Options] to [Portable/Laptop].

Disk Operations
Cannot read/write to a floppy disk

Are you using the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional)?
Has the floppy disk been correctly inserted?
Has the floppy disk been correctly formatted?
Your floppy disk content may be corrupted.

Unable to write to a disk

Is the floppy disk write-protected?

How to format a floppy disk is unclear

Format the floppy disk using the following procedure.
Select [My Computer] in [start] and select [3 1/2 Floppy (A:)], then select [File]
from the menu and select [Format]. Confirm the disc capacity and the format
type, then select [Start] to begin the formatting.

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Disk Operations
Unable to read/write to the hard disk

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.
You cannot use a hard disk drive for which [Enable] has been selected in the
[Hard Disk Lock] setting of the Setup Utility by another computer.
Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical
Support.

When the previous item is not the
cause

Try testing another drive or media.

Touch Pad / Touchscreen
The cursor cannot be controlled
properly

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 R.)
If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands, read "No response"
( page 122).

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

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.

Unable to input using the touch pad

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]?
When external mouse drivers are installed (e.g., IntelliMouse), the touch pad
may not be used.
Has the touch pad driver been properly installed?

Unable to point correctly with the
stylus included with the computer

As a result of the physical characteristics of the touchscreen, sometimes the
position of the stylus does not match the position of the cursor on the screen.
This is not a malfunction. Perform [Calibration]. ( page 25)

Unable to input by touching the display

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touchscreen] to [Enable]?
When mouse drivers are installed (i.e. IntelliMouse), the touchscreen is unable
to be used.
Has the touchscreen driver been properly installed?

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Sound
The sound is not heard

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

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

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

The audio is distorted

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

When starting Sound Recorder, it
displays the message: "There was an
error updating the registry"

Sound Recorder displays this error message when started by a user with a
limited account if the user's language setting is different to that of the user with
the administrator authority which last started it. This will not affect the operation
of the computer.

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
• Key combination with Fn may not work.
• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.
• A serial mouse may not work.
• 
Wireless LAN may be used.
In this case, log off all users without using Fast User Switching function, and try
the operation once more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.

Others
No response

Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open Task Manager and close the software
application which is not responding.
Is there an input screen (e.g., password input screen at startup) hidden behind
another window? Use Alt+Tab to check for other windows being displayed.
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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Others
When trying to play back video files
using Windows® Media Player, the
message [Codec required] appears,
and the file cannot be played back

Some video files use a Codec that is not installed as a standard. In these
cases, if you play back the video file after connecting to the Internet, the Codec
may be downloaded automatically, allowing you to play back the file.

Cannot start a network-used program,
or cannot share files or printers

If you cannot start up a program or share files, this may be because the “Firewall (Windows Firewall)” in the “Windows Security Center” is set to be enabled.
If this function is set to be enabled, damage from viruses and other attacks is
reduced, but some programs and functions cannot be operated.
To use the program or to share files or printers:
You can use programs or other functions without the effects of the Windows
Firewall by registering them as an exception in the Windows Firewall settings (it
is not necessary to disable the Windows Firewall).
Note, however, that if a program is registered as an exception, there is a risk of
damage from viruses or other attacks. Before registering a program as an
exception, confirm the program’s safety with the manufacturer or other reliable
source.
A Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Security Center] - [Windows Firewall].
B Select [Exceptions].
C To register a network game or other programs as an exception:
Select [Add Program], select the program, and select [OK].
To set access through a specified port as an exception:
Select [Add Port], set the port, and select [OK].
To set a file or printer as an exception:
Add the check mark for [File and Printer Sharing].
D Confirm that there is a check mark for the item to be set as an
exception, and select [OK].

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Others
Is it necessary to enable the Windows
Firewall?

The Windows Firewall is a security function designed to protect your computer
from unauthorized access via the Internet and other external networks.
The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the external network, so that only approved data can pass through. We recommend that
you use your computer with the Firewall enabled to minimize damage from
viruses and other malicious attacks.
When installing additional commercially available firewall software, we recommend that you disable the Windows Firewall settings, as the new software may
interfere with the Windows Firewall functions.
For details, refer to the manual accompanying the firewall software to be
installed.

When “Automatic Updates” is enabled,
will all updates be downloaded (or
installed)?

Only Windows Update programs with a high level of priority will be automatically downloaded (or installed).
Update programs with a comparatively low level of importance will not be downloaded (or installed) automatically. Check regularly whether new update programs have become available.

Security Center warning function does
not operate

The Security Center warning function will not operate if you are using a network
domain, for example at a company.

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Others
Problem with Web page display (no
display; display is completely white;
advertisements, logon, and other popups are not displayed)

In Windows XP, security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web
contents.
One of these is the “Pop-up Blocker,” which may prevent some Web pages from
being displayed.
If you have any problems with Web page displays (e.g., if a page cannot be displayed correctly on Internet Explorer), check the contents of the message window displayed below the address bar (called the “Information Bar”). The
Information Bar shows the information that has been suppressed by Internet
Explorer.
• If the message “Pop-up blocked” is displayed:
Select the message, and select “Temporarily Allow Pop-ups.”
The blocked Popup will be displayed temporarily.
• If the message “This site might require the following ActiveX control...” is displayed:
A Select the message, and select “Install ActiveX Control.”
B Check “Name” and “Publisher” on the [Security Warning] screen, and
execute the installation.
• If you cannot find the Information Bar:
If you need to display the page, select the Web page link while pressing Ctrl.
The pop-up blocker function will be temporarily disabled.

Images in HTML e-mail messages are
not displayed in Outlook Express

In Windows XP, there is a function that blocks image displays in HTML e-mail
messages.
To display images in HTML e-mail messages, it is necessary to access the
sender’s server, and this may cause problems in the computer.
Preventing these images from appearing can decrease the risk of attack from
viruses etc.
If you need to display images, select the segment where the message “Some
pictures have been blocked…” is displayed. The images can be displayed
temporarily.

Cannot read attachment file in Outlook
Express (cannot save file)

If a message received in Outlook Express has contained an attachment file with
an extension such as “.exe" or “.scr” (potentially unsafe files), Windows XP
blocks those files.
If you need to read the files, select [Tools] - [Options] - [Security] and remove
the check mark from [Do not allow attachments to be saved or opened that
could potentially be a virus].

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Others
The message “Your computer might be
at risk” is displayed

This message is displayed by the “Security Center” function in Windows XP.
The “Security Center” is a function that monitors the level of safety in Windows
security settings in order to operate the computer safely, for example, with
regard to antivirus measures.
It checks the following three items regularly, and displays messages until the
settings are made at an appropriate level of safety.
• Firewall: Is the Windows Firewall enabled?
• Automatic Updates: Is the automatic Windows Update function enabled?
• Virus Protection: Has antivirus software been installed, has the latest version
of the antivirus software been installed, and is the real-time search function
enabled (ON)?
The message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed by the “Security
Center” function, and does not indicate an error or malfunction. The “Security
Center” function checks the above three items to ensure that your computer
can be used safely, and notifies the user if the settings are not at an appropriate
level of safety.
You can continue to use the computer even if these messages continue to be
displayed, but we recommend that you follow the procedures below to minimize
damage from viruses.
A Read the message.
B Select

(red icon) on the taskbar.

The [Windows Security Center] screen will be displayed.
C Select [Recommendations] in [Firewall] or [Virus Protection], or select
[Turn on Automatic Updates] in [Automatic Updates].
If measures are not required, [Recommendations] or [Turn on Automatic Updates] will not be displayed.
D Execute the appropriate measures, following the instructions in the
[Recommendation] screen.

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Others
is displayed

This message is displayed because the “Automatic Updates” setting in the
“Security Center” is disabled or is not set. (Settings have not been made at the
time of purchase.)
“Automatic Updates” is a function that regularly checks whether high-priority
update programs (security updates, etc.) have been provided to Windows
Update, and automatically installs these programs to maintain Windows in its
latest condition.
You can continue using the computer even if these messages continue to be
displayed, but we recommend that “Automatic Updates” is set as [Automatic] to
maintain its latest condition.
A Read the message.
B Select

(yellow icon) on the taskbar.

The [Automatic Updates] screen will be displayed.
C Select [More Options], and set the Automatic Updates to [Automatic].
Some applications do not work properly

Some software applications installed after the time of purchase are not compatible with Windows XP Service Pack 2. Refer to software maker’s homepage or
other sources.
If a network-used program is not compatible, also refer to “Cannot start a network-used program.” ( page 123)

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Check the Computer's Usage Status
You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status, and use this
information when calling Panasonic Technical Support for advice. (If you have not logged on
with the administrator authority, some information will be displayed as [Not Found].)

Running PC Information Viewer
A Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [PC
Information Viewer].
Click on the menu items to display detailed information for each item.

NOTE
The [PC Information Viewer] screen is always displayed on the top of every other
screen.

Save information to a file
Displayed information can be saved to a text file(.txt).
A Run the PC Information Viewer and display the information you wish to save.
B Select [Save].
To save the item that is displayed
Select [Save only the information displayed] and select [OK].
Some of the hidden information on the screen, which cannot be shown
without scrolling the screen, will be saved, too.
To save all items
Select [Save all the information] and select [OK].
C Select the folder, input the file name, then select [Save].

Save a copy of the screen to a file
You can save a copy of the screen currently being displayed to a file in bitmap format (.bmp).
A Display the screen you want to save.
B Press Ctrl+Alt+F8.

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C When a message "The copy of the screen was saved..." is displayed, select
[OK].
[pcinfo.bmp] file will be saved in [My Documents] folder. If [pcinfo.bmp] file
already exists, it will be overwritten. (If [pcinfo.bmp] file is set as a "Read-only"
or "Hidden" file, the new file cannot be saved.)

NOTE
You can also save a copy of the screen to a file using the following procedure.
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer] - [Screen Copy].
At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that a copy of the screen can be saved
to a file by pressing Ctrl+Alt+F8. This setting can be changed using the following
procedure.
A Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [PC Information Viewer].
B Select [Screen Copy] with the right button, and select [Properties] - [Shortcut].
C Move the cursor to [Shortcut key], and press the key to be used for the shortcut.
Colors are saved in 256 colors.
When using an Extended Desktop
A copy of the screen displayed on the primary device will be saved.

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