Panasonic CF-30 Series v2 Reference Manual
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Reference Manual Personal Computer
Model No. CF-30 Series
We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.
2Key Combinations NOTE
Do not repeatedly press the keys in quick succession. Do not use the key combinations together with touch pad (external mouse), touchscreen (only for model with touch- screen) or other key operations. Do not use the key combinations before you log on to Windows. Wait until the hard disk drive indicator turns off. On the Setup Utility screen, you can use the key combinations of Fn+F1, Fn+F2 and Fn+F3. The key combinations may not work with some applications. The popup menu icon appears after logging on to Windows. It may not appear in some application conditions (e.g., when [Command Prompt] is set to Full Screen).
Key Function Popup menu icon
Fn+F1*1
Fn+F2*1
LCD brightness (Fn+F1= down / Fn+F2= up)
Fn+F3 Display switching ( page 37) (When an external display is connected) Internal LCD Simultaneous display External display
CAUTION
Do not press any keys until the display has finished switching. Do not use this function: When an external display is not connected. When playing motion video such as DVD or MPEG. When using the Extended Desktop. When showing a game screen such as pinball.
Fn+F4*1 Speaker on/off
NOTE
Beeps do not sound if you turn off the speaker sound.*2 OFF
(MUTE) ON
3Key Combinations
*1 These key combinations are disabled when [Concealed Mode] is enabled.
*2 Even if [Sound] is set to [OFF] on the [Concealed Mode Configuration] menu, icon on the notification area and [Device volume] display do not show mute state. However, audio from the speaker is not heard.
Fn+F5*1
Fn+F6*1
Volume (Fn+F5= down / Fn+F6= up)
Fn+F7 Activate standby ( page 8)
Fn+F8 Concealed Mode on/off You can select on/off of LCD Backlight, LED, Sound*2, Wireless Radio and Backlit Keyboard.
NOTE
You have to set [Concealed Mode] to [Enabled] in Setup Utility ( page 72). You can set the devices turned off in [Concealed Mode] with Setup Utility ( page 72). If you press Fn+F8 in succession, the Concealed Mode may not be switched. More than 4 minutes interval is necessary to switch on/off.
Fn+F9 Remaining battery charge ( page 16)
Fn+F10 Activate hibernation ( page 8)
Key Function Popup menu icon
4Key Combinations
You can make 2 settings: Fn key lock
Fn is locked (pressed-down) until you press another key. Use this when pressing difficult key combinations. Popup menu icon on/off
1 Start up the Hotkey Settings. Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Hotkey Settings].
2 Make the settings. [Use Fn key lock]
When using an Fn key combination A Press Fn once. (Locked) B Press another key. (Lock released)
When using successive Fn key combinations A Press Fn twice. (Locked) B Press another key.
Fn key remains locked until you press Fn again.
[Notification] [Make sounds when Fn key is pressed]*3 [Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status on the notification area.
: Fn is locked. : Fn is not locked.
[Disable popup] The popup menu icon will not be displayed.
3 Click [OK]. NOTE
You can have different settings for each user.
*3 If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do not sound.
Hotkey Settings
5Touchscreen You can use the touchscreen function to perform the same operation as the touch pad and mouse. Touch the screen surface with the stylus (included).
To right-click A Click on the notification area.
changes to . B Click the object you want to right-click.
returns to .
NOTE
You need to make the following setting for each user. A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Panel Configuration]. B Select the settings, and then click [OK].
Do not add a check mark to [Delete Cursor] since the display may be distorted. If you add a check mark for [Use] in [Hold [Ctrl] key down + Touch the screen] of [Touch Panel Configuration], touching the screen may always be recognized as a right-click. To return to the normal operation, press Ctrl on the keyboard. The touchscreen function does not work in the Setup Utility, in the full screen of [Command Prompt].
1 Run [Touch Screen Calibration Utility]. Click [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Calibration Utility].
2 Using the stylus, touch each of the 12 + target marks one by one until it blinks, and then press Enter.
3 Press Enter. NOTE
Perform the touchscreen calibration for each user.
Touchscreen Calibration
6Panasonic Hand Writing You can make a bitmap file (.bmp) of a simple character and a figure such as signature by handwriting on the touch pad and the touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen).
CAUTION
Do not use the Fast User Switching function while Panasonic Hand Writing is active. If you install other pointing devices (e.g., commercially available mouse driver) and overwrite the touch pad driver, Panasonic Hand Writing will not work.
NOTE
The display of Panasonic Hand Writing may be distorted if the number of display colors is changed. Right-click on the notification area and click [Exit Panasonic Hand Writing], and then restart Panasonic Hand Writing. Panasonic Hand Writing may not work properly if another application software is active. In this case, close the applica- tion software and try handwriting again.
1 Double-click on the notification area. Alternatively you can click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Panasonic Hand Writing].
NOTE
Select the image size before handwriting by clicking [Option] - [Window size]. If you change the size after handwriting, the image quality will become lower. You can copy the bitmap image by clicking [Edit] - [Copy], and paste it in another application software that supports bit- map format. The touch pad mode will not work properly when using the extended desktop. The touch pad mode will be canceled in the following cases. Switching to another application Resuming from standby or hibernation Pressing Alt Touching the touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) An external mouse or trackball connected via the port replicator (optional) will not work during handwriting in the touch pad mode.
Starting Panasonic Hand Writing
7Standby and Hibernation Functions The standby or hibernation function allows you to shut off the computer without closing programs and documents. You can quickly return to the programs and documents that you were working on before standby or hibernation.
1 Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
2 Select [Stand by] or [Hibernate] for [When I close the lid of my portable computer:] / [When I press the power button on my computer:], and then click [OK].
NOTE
You do not need to make the setting if you use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation.
Connect the AC adaptor if the computer will be in standby mode for a long period of time. If you cannot use the AC adap- tor, use hibernation instead. Using standby or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To stabilize computer operation, restart Windows regularly (about once a week) without using standby or hibernation. Save the necessary data. Close files you have opened from removable disk and network drive. The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. You can use the Windows password for security in standby or hibernation. A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts], and select the account. B Click [Create a password] and set the password. C Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced], and add the check mark
in [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby].
Function Data is saved to Recovery time Power supply
Standby Memory Short Required. (If power is not supplied, all data will be lost.)
Hibernation Hard disk Rather long Not required. (However power is slightly consumed to keep the hibernation.)
Setting Standby or Hibernation
Precautions
8Standby and Hibernation Functions
Do not enter standby or hibernation in the following conditions, otherwise the data or file may be corrupted, standby or hibernation may not work, or malfunction may occur in the computer or the peripheral devices.
When any of the multimedia pocket device indicator *1, the hard disk drive indicator and the SD Memory Card indi-
cator is on. When playing/recording audio files or displaying motion video such as MPEG files. When playing a DVD-Video. When writing to a disk. When using communication software or network functions. When using a PC Card.
(If the card fails to work normally, restart the computer.) When an external mouse is connected to the serial port. The computer does not enter standby or hibernation immediately after resuming. Wait approximately one minute.
*1 Except when using a second battery pack
To enter standby or hibernation 1 Close the display, or slide the power switch (A) until a beep*2
sounds. Standby: The power indicator (B) blinks green. Hibernation: The power indicator (B) goes off.
You can alternatively use the Windows menu to enter standby or hibernation. To enter standby, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Stand By]. To enter hiberna- tion, click [start] - [Turn Off Computer], then press and hold Shift and click [Hibernate].
CAUTION
While the computer is entering standby or hibernation Do not: Touch the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral device. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Close or open the display. Wait until the power indicator blinks green (standby) or goes off (hibernation). It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter standby or hibernation.
Entering/Resuming from Standby or Hibernation
9Standby and Hibernation Functions
At the beep*2, immediately release the power switch. If you slide and hold the power switch for longer than 4 seconds, the computer will forcibly shut down and unsaved data will be lost even if you have set [Shut down] in [When I press the power button on my computer] ( page 7 Setting Standby or Hibernation).
In standby or hibernation Do not attach or remove a multimedia pocket device (excluding a second battery pack) and peripheral device. Doing so may cause malfunction. Power is consumed in standby mode. Power consumption may increase when a PC Card is inserted. When power is exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect the AC adaptor when using the standby function. Do not turn on/off the wireless switch.
*2 If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do not sound.
To resume from standby or hibernation 1 Open the display, or slide the power switch (A).
When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( page 7), you can resume operation opening the display.
CAUTION
Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display has resumed, wait approximately 30 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer is on a network). Touch the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power
switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral device. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Close or open the display. Shut down or restart Windows. Enter standby or hibernation.
10Saving Power You can extend battery life and save power also during AC adaptor usage.
Use the methods below to reduce power consumption.
Change [Power Options] Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] to select [Max Battery] under [Power schemes]. While [Portable/Laptop] is selected under [Power Options] as the fac- tory default, selecting [Max Battery] will further reduce power con- sumption. Also, make detailed settings such as reducing the time entered in the [Turn off monitor] setting. Use Power Saving Utility ( page 11) Power Saving Utility provides additional power saving functions not available in [Power Options]. Press Fn + F1 to reduce LCD brightness Reducing internal LCD brightness will reduce power consumption. Turn off the computer when it is not in use You can also turn off only the wireless LAN or Bluetooth power. Disconnect external devices (USB devices, PC cards, external mice, etc.) that are not being used Use Standby/Hibernation Press Fn + F7 to set the computer to standby or Fn + F10 to set it to hibernation when you have to leave the computer. This shuts down computer operation to reduce power consumption. Disable Wake Up from wired LAN and Wake Up from wireless LAN functions when they are not needed. This reduces power consumption in Standby/Hibernation. To confirm current settings, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function] or [Wireless LAN standby power saving function].
Reducing Power Consumption
11Saving Power
A single setting allows you to enable all the following power saving features. Enable each of these functions to prolong bat- tery operation time.
Intel video driver power saving function (Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology) This function adjusts video contrast, color and other factors to lower internal LCD power consumption while retaining ade- quate image quality. Disable this function for work that requires subtle image and color nuances or in video editing using video editing applica- tions. Wired LAN standby power saving function Enabling this function disables the Wake Up from wired LAN function to save power in standby/hibernation. Disable this function if you want to use the Wake Up from wired LAN function. Wireless LAN standby power saving function Enabling this function disables the Wake Up from wireless LAN function to save power in standby/hibernation. Disable this function if you want to use the Wake Up from wireless LAN function.
Setup 1 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility].
2 Click [Enable] for each function. Click [OK] in the confirmation screen that appears.
To enable Intel video driver power saving function Select [Enable], and slide the slide bar to the Maximum Battery end.
Using Power Saving Utility
12Saving Power
3 Click [OK]. Click [Restore initial settings] to return to the factory default settings, and click [OK].
NOTE
You can also enable the Intel video driver power saving function as follows. A Click [start] - [Control Panel] and click [Other Control Panel Options] under [See Also] on the left side of the screen
and select [Intel(R) GMA Driver for Mobile]. B Click [Notebook], [Apply] and [OK]. C Click [Display Settings]. D Click [Power Settings]. E Click [Modify Settings]. F Click [Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology] to add a check mark. G Move the slide bar to [Maximum Battery] and click [OK]. H Click [OK]. There is no need to reboot the computer. For how to enable/disable the Wake Up from wired LAN function ( page 55) For how to enable/disable the Wake Up from wireless LAN function ( page 65)
13Security Measures Use these features to protect your data.
Another security measure Embedded Security (TPM) ( page 77): For further information, refer to the Installation Manual of Trusted Platform
Module (TPM).
Set the Supervisor Password before setting the User Password.
1 Start up the Setup Utility ( page 69).
2 Select [Security].
3 Select [Set Supervisor Password] or [Set User Password], and press Enter.
4 Enter your password in [Create New Password] and press Enter. When the password has been set, you need to enter your password in [Enter Current Password] and press Enter. To disable the password, leave the input field empty and press Enter.
5 Enter your password again in [Confirm New Password] and press Enter.
6 Press F10, and then select [Yes] and press Enter. CAUTION
Do not forget your password. If you forget your Supervisor Password, you will not be able to use your computer. Con- tact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave and go away from your computer even for a short time, since other people may set or change the password.
NOTE
The password will not be displayed on the screen. You can use up to 32 alphanumeric characters (including spaces). The case (upper/lower) is ignored. To input numbers for the password, you cannot use the numbered keys on the keyboard. You cannot use Shift and Ctrl to input a password. Disabling the Supervisor Password also disables the User Password.
Setting the Supervisor Password/User Password
14Security Measures
You can set a start-up password to protect your computer from unauthorized use.
1 Set the password ( page 13), and select [Enabled] in [Password on boot] in the [Secu- rity] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 77).
NOTE
If the Supervisor Password or User Password has been set, the password input screen will be displayed on starting-up of the Setup Utility even though [Password on boot] is set to [Disabled].
The hard disk lock function protects the hard disk data from being read or written when the hard disk is attached to another computer. The data can be read/written when the hard disk is returned to the original computer. (Note that the hard disk lock does not guarantee complete protection of the data.)
1 Select [Enabled] in [Hard Disk Lock] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 77).
CAUTION
For the data being read/written on the original computer, the Setup Utility settings must be the same as when the hard disk was removed. You cannot use the hard disk lock function without setting the Supervisor Password. Set the Supervisor Password beforehand ( page 13). When you have your hard disk drive repaired Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Before sending back the hard disk drive, be sure to set the [Hard Disk Lock] to [Disabled].
NOTE
The hard disk lock function works with the built-in hard disk. It does not work with the external hard disk. We recommend you to set [Password on boot] to [Enabled] to ensure security though it is not required to enable the hard disk lock.
Preventing Your Computer from Unauthorized Use
Preventing Your Hard Disk Data from Being Read or Written
15Battery Power
Battery indicators: Main battery pack, Second battery pack
*1 Only for the main battery pack. *2 In high temperature mode, the 100% battery level is equivalent to 80% level of the normal temperature mode.
NOTE
Once the battery is fully charged, the computer performs recharging only when the battery level becomes less than approximately 95%, so overcharging is avoided. When [LED] is set to [OFF] on the [Concealed Mode Configuration] menu, LED disappears ( page 72).
Battery Indicator
Battery indicator Battery status
Not lit The battery pack is not inserted or not being charged.
Orange Charging is in progress.
Green The battery is fully-charged.
Blinking green*1 In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80%*2 of normal temperature mode ( page 17). Do not remove the battery pack in this status.
Red The remaining battery is approximately 9% or less.
Blinking red The battery pack or the charging circuit is not operating properly.
Blinking orange The battery cannot be charged temporarily due to the following reasons: Its internal temperature is out of the acceptable range. The power supply is not enough because software applications or peripheral
devices are consuming a large amount of power.
Blinking green and orange alternately
The temperature is low and the computer is warming up to prevent the hard disk drive from malfunctioning. The computer will start automatically after warming-up.
Blinking orange slowly When you set [Battery Charging Indicator] to [Flashing] on the [Main Menu] of [Setup Util- ity].
16Battery Power
You can check the remaining battery charge on the screen.
(After logging on to Windows)
1 Press Fn+F9. When the battery pack is inserted (example)
: Normal temperature mode ( page 17)
: High temperature mode ( page 17)
When the battery pack is not inserted
When the battery pack is discharged (AC adaptor is disconnected)
: The discharging battery is surrounded with the yellow frame.
Left icon: Main battery Right icon: Second battery (optional)
NOTE
The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the cases as below. To correct the display, perform the Battery Recalibration ( page 19). The battery indicator remains red. The indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time. Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use. The battery display may not be the same as that of notification area or of [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]. This is not a malfunction.
Checking the Remaining Battery Charge
17Battery Power
High temperature mode
The high temperature mode can prevent the battery from deteriorating when the computer is used in high-temperature envi- ronment or used for a long time with its battery fully charged. Select [Auto] (default) or [High Temperature] in [Environment] of the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 72).
NOTE
Note that a level corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature mode is approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for normal temperature mode. After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the remaining battery capacity will not be displayed correctly until the battery pack is completely discharged or fully charged. In the [Auto] mode: Once the computer has automatically switched from the normal temperature mode to the high temperature mode, the computer will not switch back to the normal temperature mode until the battery has been used and recharged to a total charge level of about 5 times as much as that of the fully-charged state. This is to avoid battery deterioration.
18Battery Power
Computer behavior with low battery
The default settings are as follows.
When the battery level becomes 10% [Low battery alarm]
When the battery level becomes 5% [Critical battery alarm]
Displays a message that the battery level is low. Displays a message that the battery level is low, and then the computer enters hibernation.
Charge the battery. Connect the AC adaptor or replace the battery to start up the computer.
Connect the AC adaptor immediately. If you do not have the AC adaptor, exit the running programs and Windows, then confirm that the power indicator is off. If you have a fully charged spare battery, turn off the computer, replace the battery and turn the computer on again.
Connect the AC adaptor and charge the battery. If you have a fully charged spare battery, replace the battery and turn the computer on again. When the computer enters hibernation with the battery down and you resume the operation without charging the battery, Windows may not start up normally or the alarm function may not operate normally from then on.
Do not replace the battery pack when the computer is in standby mode.
19Battery Power
The Battery Recalibration function measures and memorizes the battery capacity. To correct the battery display, use this function to fill the battery and then discharge it completely. Perform the procedure at least once immediately after purchasing the computer. Normally the interval of battery recalibration is 3 months. The battery display may not be correct when the bat- tery pack deteriorates after a long time use. In this case, perform the procedure again.
1 Connect the AC adaptor.
2 Close all the applications.
3 Perform Battery Recalibration. A Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Battery] - [Battery Recalibration]. B When the confirmation message appears, click [Start].
Frequent recalibration of the battery can degrade the battery. A caution message appears when the battery recalibration is performed at the shorter interval than approximately a month. In this case, cancel the battery recalibration.
C When the message requests shut down of Windows, click [Yes]. The battery recalibration starts. After the battery pack is fully charged, discharging starts. When the discharging is completed, the power goes off automatically.
After the battery recalibration is finished, normal charging starts.
NOTE
The temperature range should be 10C to 30C {50F to 86F}. The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction. Full charge: Approximately 5 hours [max.] Complete discharge: Approximately 5 hours (only for model with touchscreen)
Approximately 6 hours (only for model without touchscreen) If the computer is turned off during the battery recalibration (e.g., due to power failure, or accidental removal of the AC adaptor and battery pack), the battery recalibration will not be completed. You can also perform the battery recalibration with the following procedure. A Restart the computer. B Press and hold F9 while the [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed just after the computer starts the startup proce-
dure. C When the remaining battery capacity is displayed, press Enter. D Follow the on-screen instructions.
Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)
20Battery Power
The battery pack is a consumable item so the replacement will be necessary. If the battery operation time becomes noticeably short and not recovered even after recalibrating the battery, replace with a new battery. If necessary, attach the second battery pack to the multimedia pocket ( page 22).
CAUTION
The battery pack is not charged when you first purchase it. Be sure to charge it before using for the first time. Charging starts automatically when the AC adaptor is connected to the computer. Use only the specified battery pack with your computer. In the standby mode, do not remove/replace the battery pack. Otherwise your data will be lost and the computer may be damaged.
1 Turn off the computer. Do not use the standby function.
2 Remove/Insert the battery pack. To remove
A Slide the latch (A) to the right to unlock the cover.
B Slide the latch (B) down, and open the cover.
Replacing the Battery Pack
21Battery Power
C Pull the tab (C) of the battery pack.
To insert A Insert the battery pack until it securely fits the connector. B Close the cover until it clicks.
C Slide the latch (D) to the left to lock the cover.
CAUTION
Make sure the latch is securely locked, otherwise the battery pack may fall when you carry the computer.
22Multimedia Pocket You can attach the following devices. (refer to recent catalogs and other sources for information about the products available)
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (optional) DVD MULTI drive (optional) Second battery pack (optional)
CAUTION
Do not insert/remove the multimedia pocket device in standby or hibernation, or when the multimedia pocket device indicator or the hard disk drive indicator is on.
NOTE
Refer to the catalogs etc. for the latest information about optional devices. Read the instruction manuals of the devices carefully. A dummy pack is inserted into the multimedia pocket at the factory. First remove the dummy pack by holding the projection on the dummy pack and pulling it out. Be sure to insert the dummy pack when the multimedia pocket is not in use.
1 Disable the multimedia pocket device function. A Double-click on the notification area. B Select [Standard Dual Channel PCI IDE Controller] and then click [Stop]. C Follow the on-screen instructions. D Confirm that the multimedia pocket device indicator and the hard disk drive indicator indicators are not lit.
This step is not necessary when; Removing the device after turning off the computer.
is not displayed. The device does not appear in the list in step B. Removing the second battery pack.
2 Slide the latch (A) and open the cover.
Replacing the Multimedia Pocket Device
23Multimedia Pocket
3 Press the release handle (B). The release handle pops out.
4 Pull the release handle (B) to draw out the device partway, and hold the device on its both sides to remove.
5 Carefully insert the device into the multimedia pocket by pushing both corners until it surely fits in the slot.
Press the release handle (C) to set in. You can insert the device with the computer turned on. Insert the device with the label side up.
6 Close the cover until it clicks.
CAUTION
Hold the device by both sides. Otherwise the device may be damaged. Do not apply excessive force when raising the slot side upward and inserting the device.
NOTE
You can see that the device is recognized or not by double-clicking on the notification area, or checking the [Infor- mation] menu in the Setup Utility ( page 70). (When using a second battery pack, press Fn+F9.) If the device is not recognized (or if the media cannot be accessed), turn off the computer and reinsert the device.
24PC Card / ExpressCard You can insert the following cards.
ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 to the ExpressCard slot (A) (Only for model with ExpressCard slot) PC Card Type I (3.3 mm) or II (5.0 mm) to the PC Card slot (B) For model with Smart Card slot ( page 30)
NOTE
The following types of card are not supported: PC Card Type III (10.5 mm), ZV card, SRAM card, FLASH ROM card (excluding ATA interface type), and other cards that require 12 V of operating voltage. Dummy cards are inserted into both of the slots at the factory. First remove the dummy cards. ( page 26 Step 2) Be sure to insert each dummy card when the slots are not in use. Insert the appropriate dummy card in the correct card slot. Insert the dummy PC Card in the PC Card slot, and the dummy ExpressCard in the ExpressCard slot. Inserting a dummy card in the wrong slot may cause malfunction of the computer.
25PC Card / ExpressCard
Preparation Attach the device for the media containing the card driver (e.g., CD-ROM). Equipment connected to the multimedia pocket cannot be recognized if connected after the card driver installation screen appears.
To insert the card 1 Slide the latch (C) and open the cover.
2 Insert the ExpressCard (left slot) (D) or the PC Card (right slot) (E) with the label side up until it securely fits in to the slot.
For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the card.
Inserting/Removing the Card
26PC Card / ExpressCard
To remove the card 1 Disable the card function.
A Double-click on the notification area and select the card, then click [Stop]. B Follow the on-screen instructions.
This step is not necessary when removing the card after turning off the computer.
2 Open the cover and remove the card. ExpressCard (F)
A Press the card so it comes out of the slot. B Draw the card straight out.
PC Card (G) A Press the eject button so the card comes out of the slot. B Draw the card straight out.
NOTE
Check the cards specification to prevent the total operating current from exceeding the allowable limit. Otherwise mal- function may occur. Permissible Current: 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA Some types of cards cannot be used simultaneously. After repeating insertion and removal, some types of card will not be recognized. In this case, restart the computer. If the computer freezes after resuming from standby or hibernation, remove and reinsert the card. If the problem per- sists, restart the computer. When a card is inserted, power consumption increases. Remove the card when it is not in use, especially when oper- ating by battery power. To connect peripheral devices (SCSI, IEEE 1394, etc.) using a PC Card or an ExpressCard, follow the steps below (one example). A Connect the peripheral device to the card. B Turn on the power of device. C Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot.
27SD Memory Card
The SD Memory Card has a copyright protection function which is compatible with content on-demand services on the Internet, etc. To format the SD Memory Card on this computer, do not use [Format] of Windows, but use the SD Memory Card format software. You can download the software from the web site below. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/sd/download/sd_formatter.html To use the SD Memory Card on other devices, format the card on those devices. For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the devices. This computer supports SDHC Memory Cards (SD Memory Cards with a capacity of more than 2 GB).
Handling and storage cautions Store the SD Memory Card in the case after removing it from the computer. Do not: Disassemble or modify the card. Hit, bend, or drop the card. Touch the terminals with fingers or metal object. Remove the labels of the card / Attach other labels or stickers to the card. Do not place the card in the following locations. In direct sunlight or in very hot location such as inside of a car. In very dusty or humid location. In location subject to corrosive gas, etc.
Data handling cautions Set the write-protect switch (A) to the LOCK position. Unlock the switch when recording (checkout), saving, or editing data. We recommend you to back up the important data to another storage medium. When disposing the card, we recommend you to physically destroy the card (using a ham- mer, etc.) to prevent personal or confidential data leakage.
SD Memory Card Information
28SD Memory Card
CAUTION
Do not remove or insert the SD Memory Card until Windows has completed loading. Do not remove the card or turn off the computer in the following cases, otherwise the data may be corrupted. While the computer is in standby or hibernation. Immediately after the writing operation.
The computer may still continue the access to the card just after writing operation. If you remove the card before the operation is completed, the data may be damaged or the card access may no longer be performed normally.
Note that Panasonic assumes absolutely no liability for any loss of data recorded by the user, or any other damages, direct or indirect. Do not forcibly draw out the card, otherwise the slot may be damaged. Insert the card in the correct direction, otherwise the card and the slot may be damaged. After resuming from standby or hibernation, do not access the SD Memory Card for approximately 30 seconds.
To insert the card
1 Slide the latch (A) and open the cover, and insert the SD Memory Card with the label side facing up and with the cut corner facing in.
To remove the card Preparation
Save the data and close all applications. Open the cover and confirm the SD Memory Card indicator (B) is off.
1 Disable the card function. A Double-click on the notification area and click [Secure Digital Storage Device],
then click [Stop]. B Follow the on-screen instructions.
This step is not necessary when removing the card after turning off the computer.
Inserting/Removing the SD Memory Card
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2 Remove the card. A Press the card so it comes out of the slot. B Draw it straight out.
30Smart Card You need software and a driver to use a Smart card.
CAUTION
Do not: Hit, bend, or drop the card. Touch the contact part with fingers or metal object. Place the card in very hot location for a long time. Remove the card immediately after inserting it.
To insert the card
1 Slide the latch (A) and open the cover, and insert the Smart card with the contact part (B) in front.
Insert the card until it surely fits in the slot.
To remove the card 1 Press the eject button (C).
The Smart card pops out.
CAUTION
Use the eject button to remove the card, otherwise the reading contact may be damaged.
Inserting/Removing the Smart Card
31RAM Module Use RAM modules that comply with the specifications below. Using any other module may cause malfunction or result in computer failure.
RAM module specifications: 200 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.8 V, DDR2 SDRAM, PC2-5300 (For information of RAM module compatibility, contact Panasonic Technical Support.)
CAUTION
RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity and can be affected even by static electricity from the human body. When inserting and removing RAM modules, do not touch the terminals or internal components, and do not allow foreign particles to enter the slots. Doing so may cause damage, fire, or electric shock.
1 Turn off the computer. Do not use standby or hibernation.
2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery pack ( page 20). Remove the second battery pack in the multimedia pocket if it is inserted.
3 Remove the screws (A) and the cover (B) on the bottom of the computer.
Inserting/Removing the RAM Module
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4 Insert/Remove the RAM module. To insert
A Tilt the module slightly and insert it in the slot. B Press down the module so that the right and left hooks (C) are locked.
To remove A Carefully open the right and left hooks (C).
The module will rise. B Carefully remove the module from the slot.
5 Set the cover and battery pack.
NOTE
If it is hard to insert or to press down the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the modules direction. Use the appropriate screw driver so as not to strip the head of screw. If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of the RAM module memory is displayed on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 70). If the RAM module is not recognized, power off the computer and insert it again.
33Port Replicator You can use an optional port replicator. This device frees you from being bothered by a lot of cable connections when you carry the computer. It also allows you to connect various periph- erals. Connect the port replicator to the expansion bus connector (A) on the rear side of the com- puter. For further information, refer to the instruction manual of the port replicator.
CAUTION
Make sure the slide cover is completely open. Hot or warm docking/undocking is not possible with the port replicator. When an external display is connected to the port replicator and the 1280 x 1024 resolution is selected, the characters may be blurred on the external display. In this case, select the lower resolution. To boot the computer from a USB floppy disk drive or a USB CD/DVD drive, be sure to connect the USB drive to the USB port on the computer, not to the USB port on the port replicator. You cannot use the AC adaptor (CF-AA1653A) included with this computer for the port replicator. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.
NOTE
When you do not use the expansion bus connector, close the slide cover so that portion (B) matches the mark (C).
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When you connect an external mouse or trackball to the external keyboard/mouse port of the port replicator, some functions of the mouse or trackball (e.g. wheel function) will not work. To use the functions, perform the steps below. After performing the steps below, some of the touch pad functions will not work.
NOTE
You do not need to perform the following steps when using a USB mouse.
1 Start the [Mice and other pointing devices] screen. Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
2 Double-click [Mice and other pointing devices] and double-click [touchpad], and then click [Update Driver] in [Driver].
3 Click [Install from a list or specific location] and click [Next].
4 Click [Dont search. I will choose the driver to install.] and click [Next].
5 Click [PS/2 Compatible Mouse] and click [Next].
6 At the confirmation message, click [Yes].
7 Click [Finish] and click [Close].
8 When the message requests restart of Windows, click [Yes]. The computer will restart.
NOTE
If you cannot use the functions of the external mouse and trackball even after the steps above, perform the steps below. A Turn off the computer and connect to the port replicator. B Connect the external mouse or trackball to the port replicator. C Turn on the computer and start up the Setup Utility ( page 69). D Select the [Main] menu, and set [Touch Pad] to [Disabled]. E Press F10, and then select [Yes] and press Enter. F Log on to Windows as an administrator.
Using an External Mouse
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G When [Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard] appears, click [Finish]. H When the message requests restart of Windows, click [Yes].
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