Panasonic CF-31 Series v2 Reference Manual

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Reference Manual Personal Computer

Model No. CF-31 Series

We recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

Descriptions For common procedures and screens for Windows 7 and

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

Some menus may differ for Windows XP. Windows XP does not require clicking operation to of

the notification area.

2Introduction This manual explains using the Windows 7 or Windows XP default setting. In these instructions, the names are referred as follows.

Genuine Windows 7 Professional as Windows or Windows 7

Genuine Microsoft Windows XP Professional as Windows or Windows XP

For the users of the model with Discrete Video Controller Your computer is equipped with two graphics processing units (GPUs). The Intel GPU consumes less power, but reduces the graphics display performance. The discrete GPU consumes more power, but maintains a higher graphics display performance.

In this manual, refer to the sections preceded by the following descriptions, whenever they appear.

For the users of the model without Discrete Video Controller Your computer is equipped with the Intel graphics processing unit (GPU), which is designed to save power effectively.

In this manual, refer to the sections preceded by the following description, whenever it appears.

You can update to the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus. Click (Start)*1 - [All Programs] - [Windows Update]. Do not apply Driver Updates even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact your tech- nical support office. *1 Windows XP: [start]

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

Windows Update

Regarding Windows 7

3Introduction

Depending on the processing status on Windows, sound may be interrupted at Windows startup. You can mute the sound at startup. A Right-click the desktop and click [Personalize] - [Sounds]. B Remove the check mark from [Play Windows Startup sound], and click [OK].

When high-frequency sound occurs If high-frequency sound occurs around keyboard while using the computer, check the settings for the USB power saving function. A standard user needs to enter an administrator password and click [OK].

Set [USB selective suspend setting] to [Enabled]. A Click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [System and Security] - [Power Options]. B Click [Change plan settings] of the current power plan. C In [Change settings for the plan], click [Change advanced power settings]. D In [Advanced settings], double-click [USB settings]. E Double-click the displayed [USB selective suspend setting]. F Change settings of [On battery] and [Plugged in] to [Enabled]. G Click [OK] and exit the [Advanced settings] screen.

Switching the GPU that is used When you start up the computer for the first time after purchase, the Intel GPU is activated to save power. You can manually change the GPU that is used.

1 Set [Switchable Graphics] to [Switchable]. A Turn on or restart the computer. B Press F2 or Del while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer starts the startup

procedure. C Select the [Main] menu and set [Switchable Graphics] to [Switchable]. D Press F10, select [Yes], and press Enter to exit the Setup Utility.

Computer will start.

2 Log on to Windows.

3 Click on the notification area, and click .

4 Select [Switchable Graphics].

5 To switch to the Intel GPU, select [Power Saving Video] in [Switchable Graphics]. To switch to the discrete GPU, select [Performance Video] in [Switchable Graphics].

4Introduction

6 Click [OK]. Wait until the next [OK] screen appears.

7 Click [OK]. NOTE

You cannot change the GPU that is used while operating graphics-related application programs. Once the GPU is switched, switching to the other GPU is not possible for a certain period of time. When a digital display (such as an HDMI display) is connected and the computers display is closed, you cannot switch the GPU that is used. When an external display is connected and the GPU is switched, the video output destination may unexpectedly be changed.

You can select the Classic view of Control Panel or the Classic Start menu. You can also change the way a user logs on or off. This manual explains using the Windows XP default setting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.).

If the message Your computer might be at risk is displayed Select (red icon) on the notification area and make the appropriate settings. The Windows Security Center regularly gives you notice so that you can make the optimum settings. This is not an error message and you can use the computer. However, making appropriate measures is recommended to reduce the risk of virus and other attacks.

Regarding Windows XP

5Key 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 pop-up icon appears after logging on to Windows. It may not appear in some application conditions.

Key Function Pop-up icon

Fn + F1 *1

Fn + F2*1

LCD brightness (Fn + F1= down / Fn + F2= up)

6Key Combinations

Fn + F3 Display mode switching ( page 48) When an external display (a projector etc.) is connected, you can change the dis- play mode.

A Press Fn + F3. B Click the display mode. (Computer only/Duplicate/Extend/Projector only) The change you made may not be effective until Enter is pressed. You can also change the operating mode by pressing + P. Computer only Duplicate Extend Projector only

CAUTION

Do not press any keys until the display has finished switching. Do not use this function: When playing motion video such as DVD or MPEG. When an extended monitor is not connected. When showing a game screen such as pinball.

When using the extended desktop.

Fn + F4*1 Speaker on/off

NOTE

Beeps do not sound if you turn off the speaker sound.*3 OFF

(MUTE) ON

Key Function Pop-up icon

LCD LCD + HDMI display (port replicator side)*2 HDMI display (port replicator side)*2 LCD + HDMI display (computer side) HDMI display (computer side) LCD + analog display analog display HDMI dis- play (computer side) + analog display

7Key Combinations

*1 These key combinations are disabled when [Concealed Mode] is enabled. *2 Only when a port replicator having an HDMI port is connected. *3 Even if [Sound] is set to [OFF] on the [Concealed Mode Configuration] menu, icon on the notification area and [Volume] in [Sound-

MAX] display do not show mute state. However, audio from the speaker is not heard.

*4 Windows XP: standby

Fn + F5*1

Fn + F6*1

Volume (Fn + F5= down / Fn + F6= up)

NOTE

When fine-tuning the sound volume, press and hold Fn, and press F5 or F6 intermittently. This does not work on beeps or speakers connected to the USB port.

Fn + F7 Activate sleep*4 ( page 16)

Fn + F8 Concealed Mode on/off You can select on/off of LCD Backlight, LED, Sound*3, Wireless Radio, Backlit Keyboard and Fan.

NOTE

You have to set [Concealed Mode] to [Enabled] in Setup Utility. ( page 92) You can set the devices turned off in [Concealed Mode] with Setup Utility ( page 92). 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 26)

Fn + F10 Activate hibernation ( page 16)

Key Function Pop-up icon

8Key Combinations

You can make 2 settings: Fn key lock

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

Pop-up icon on/off

1 Start up the Hotkey Settings. Click (Start)*5 - [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]*6

[Show status on screen]: Displays the Fn key status when on the notification area is clicked. : Fn is locked. : Fn is not locked.

[Disable popup] The pop-up icon will not be displayed.

3 Click [OK]. NOTE

You can have different settings for each user.

*5 Windows XP: [start] *6 If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do not sound.

Hotkey Settings

9Touchscreen 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).

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

To right-click

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

A Click on the notification area. changes to .

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

NOTE

The touchscreen function does not work in the Setup Utility.

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

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

Do not apply too much pressure when operating the touchscreen Only a light touch is required to operate the touchscreen. Applying too much pressure may damage the surface.

Operation of the touchscreen

10Touchscreen

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

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

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

Check the following to prevent the surface of the touchscreen from being scratched Are you using your finger or a stylus to operate the touchscreen? Is the surface clean? Is the soft cloth clean? Are you using the stylus with the tip extended? Is the tip of the stylus clean? Is your finger clean?

Do not touch the screen outside of the LCD display area The touchscreen input area is defined by the LCD display screen. Touching the screen outside of the display area may result malfunctions or damage to the touchscreen.

Maintaining the performance of the touchscreen

Things to keep in mind when using the touchscreen

11Touchscreen

Do not apply excessive force to the touchscreen Do not lift the computer while holding the LCD screen, or allow the screen to be twisted. Do not place any objects on the LCD screen. Any of the above may cause the touchscreen glass to break, or may damage the LCD screen.

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

If the cursor jumps to a location other than where the screen was touched, or if the LCD resolution changes, recalibrate the touchscreen Perform the procedure of Touchscreen Calibration ( below).

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

Calibration by an administrator

NOTE

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

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

2 Click [Calibrate].

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

Touchscreen Calibration

12Touchscreen

Calibration by a standard user

NOTE

Perform the following calibration for each user.

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

2 Click [Calibrate].

3 Using the stylus, touch each of the + target marks one by one, and then click [OK]. Perform the calibration for the orientation to be used.

1 Run [Touch Screen Calibration Utility]. Click [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Calibration Utility].

2 Using the stylus, touch each of the 12 + target marks one by one until it blinks, and then press Enter.

3 Press Enter. NOTE

Perform the touchscreen calibration for each user.

13Panasonic 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. Click on the notification area and right-click , then 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 Click on the notification area, and double-click . Alternatively you can click (Start)*1 - [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 may not work properly when using the extended desktop. The touch pad mode may be canceled in the following cases. Switching to another application Resuming from sleep*2 or hibernation Pressing Alt Touching the touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen) An external mouse or trackball connected via the keyboard/mouse port of port replicator (optional) or the car mounter (optional) will not work during handwriting in the touch pad mode.

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

Starting Panasonic Hand Writing

14Sleep or Hibernation Functions

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

*1 Windows XP: standby

Sleep

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

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

3 Select the setting for [Put the computer to sleep], and then click [Save changes]. The setting for hibernation may change unexpectedly when you change the setting for sleep. Confirm that the time to enter hibernation is 1,080 minutes (default setting) or longer (below).

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

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

3 Click the item and select the setting.

4 Click [OK].

Starting Up Your Computer Quickly

Function Data is saved to Recovery time Power supply

Sleep*1 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 Sleep or Hibernation

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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 sleep*2 for a long period of time. If you cannot use the AC adaptor, use hibernation instead. Using sleep*2 or hibernation repeatedly may cause malfunction of the computer. To stabilize computer operation, restart Windows regularly (about once a week) without using sleep*2 or hibernation. Save the necessary data. Close files you have opened from removable disks and network drives. The password you set in the Setup Utility is not requested at resuming. You can use the Windows password for security in sleep*2 or hibernation.

In the default setting, you are requested to enter the Windows password when the computer resumes.

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]. Do not enter sleep*2 or hibernation in the conditions below, otherwise the data or file may be corrupted, sleep or hiberna- tion may not work, or malfunction may occur in the computer or the peripheral devices.

When any of the hard disk drive indicator or the SD Memory Card indicator is on. When playing/recording audio files or displaying motion video such as MPEG files. When playing a DVD-Video. When writing to a disc.

Precautions

16Sleep or Hibernation Functions

When using communication software or network functions. When using peripheral devices.

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

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.

It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter hibernation. Do not touch any key though the screen becomes dark. *2 Windows XP: standby

CAUTION

The following problems will occur when you fail the password input (failing three times or leaving the computer unattended for one minute or more) while resuming from sleep*3 or hibernation.

Failing the password input while resuming from hibernation: At the next resume, Panasonic boot screen will appear. At this time, do not start the Setup Utility and do not change

settings. Otherwise, resume may not operate correctly. Cannot resume from hibernation by the Wake Up from wired LAN function, the Task Scheduler or the operation to

open the display. Failing the password input while resuming from sleep*3: Cannot resume from sleep*3 using the USB devices.

To enter sleep*3 or hibernation In order to enter sleep*3 or hibernation by proceeding as follows, first change the power option settings ( page 14 Setting Sleep or Hibernation) so that the [Power buttons and lid]*4 operation is set to sleep*3 or hibernation.

1 Close the display, or slide the power switch (A) until a beep*5 sounds. Sleep*3: The power indicator (B) blinks green. Hibernation: The power indicator (B) goes off.

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

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

Entering/Resuming from Sleep or Hibernation

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

CAUTION

While the computer is entering sleep*3 or hibernation Do not: Touch the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Operate the wireless switch. Close or open the display. Insert and remove the SD Memory Card. Wait until the power indicator blinks green (sleep*3) or goes off (hibernation). It may take 1 or 2 minutes to enter sleep*3 or hibernation. At the beep*5, immediately release the power switch. After releasing the switch, do not operate it until the power indi- cator blinks or goes off.

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 [When I press the power button] to any item in [Choose what the power button does] of [Power Options] in [Control Panel].

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 14 Setting Sleep or Hibernation).

In sleep*3 or hibernation Do not attach or remove a multimedia pocket device and peripheral devices. Doing so may cause malfunction. Power is consumed in sleep*3. Power consumption may increase when a PC Card is inserted. When power is exhausted, the data retained in memory will be lost. Connect the AC adaptor when using the sleep*3 function. Do not turn on/off the wireless switch.

18Sleep or Hibernation Functions

To resume from sleep*3 or hibernation 1 Open the display, or slide the power switch (A).

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

When [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of my portable computer] ( page 15), you can resume operation opening the display.

CAUTION

Do not perform the following operations until resuming is complete. After the display is resumed, wait approximately 30 seconds (normally) or 60 seconds (when the computer is on a network). Touch the keyboard (except for password input), touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touchscreen), or power

switch. Use an external mouse or other peripheral devices. Connect or disconnect the AC adaptor. Close or open the display. Shut down or restart Windows. Enter sleep*3 or hibernation (Wait approximately 1 minute). Operate the wireless switch. Insert and remove the SD Memory Card.

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

*3 Windows XP: standby *4 Windows XP: [When I close the lid of my portable computer:] / [When I press the power button on my computer:] *5 If the speaker is muted or [Sound] is turned off in [Concealed Mode Configuration], beeps do not sound.

19Saving 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] - [System and Security] - [Power Options] to select [Power saver]. While [Panasonic Power Management] is selected as the factory default, selecting [Power saver] will further reduce power con- sumption. Also, to make detailed settings such as reducing the time entered in the [Turn off the display] setting, click [Change plan settings].

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 factory default, selecting [Max Battery] will further reduce power consumption. Also, make detailed settings such as reducing the time entered in the [Turn off monitor] setting. Use a related utility The following utilities provide additional power saving functions not available in [Power Options]. Use Catalyst Control Center Utility ( page 22)

Use Panasonic Power Plan Extension Utility ( page 20)

Use Power Saving Utility ( page 20) 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 wireless WAN power. Disconnect external devices (USB devices, PC cards, external mice, etc.) that are not being used Use Sleep*1/Hibernation Press Fn + F7 to set the computer to sleep*1 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 function when it is not needed. This reduces power consumption in Sleep*1/Hibernation.

Reducing Power Consumption

20Saving Power

To confirm current settings, click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility] - [Advanced] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function] or [Wireless LAN standby power saving function].

click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Power Saving Utility] to view [Wired LAN standby power saving function].

Use [Switchable Graphics] to select [Low speed] in [Fan control] ( page 3) *1 Windows XP: standby

You can adjust the power plan to change power saving features as required.

Setup 1 Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Panasonic Power Plan Extension].

2 Select the desired power plan under [Power Plan]. At the default, [Panasonic Power Management (Active)] is selected. To save power more effectively, select [Panasonic Power Management (Power Saving)] or [Power saver]. For the computers behavior in each power plan, see the descriptions located below. You can also change the settings item by item.

3 Click [Apply].

4 Click [OK].

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) During battery operation, this function adjusts video contrast, color and other factors to lower internal LCD power con- sumption while retaining adequate image quality.

Using Panasonic Power Plan Extension Utility

Using Power Saving Utility

21Saving Power

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. Fan control Select [Low speed] to save power. ([Standard] is selected at the time of purchase.)

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 func- tion Select [Enable], and slide the slide bar to the Maxi- mum Battery end.

3 Click [OK]. Click [Restore initial settings] to return to the factory default settings, and click [OK].

NOTE

Even if you can enable each function using power saving utility, you can also enable them as follows. For how to enable the Intel video driver power saving function. 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) Graphics and Media]. B Click [Power]. C Click [Maximum Battery Life]. D Click [Apply]. E Click [OK].

For how to enable/disable the Wake Up from wired LAN function ( page 73)

22Saving Power

Setup 1 Click (Start)*2 - [All Programs] - [Catalyst Control Center] - [CCC Advanced].

2 Click [Power Play].

Click [Graphics] - [PowerPlay].

3 Select [Maximize Battery Life] in [Plugged In:] and [Battery:].

4 Click [OK]. *2 Windows XP: [start]

NOTE

When [Maximum Battery Life] is selected in [PowerPlay], the computers performance will be reduced.

Using Catalyst Control Center Utility

23Security Measures Use these features to protect your data.

Another security measure Embedded Security (TPM) ( page 97): 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 88).

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

24Security Measures

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

1 Set the password ( page 23), and select [Enabled] in [Password On Boot] and/or [Pass- word On Resume] in the [Security] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 97).

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] and/or [Password On Resume] 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 97). 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 23). 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

25Battery Power

Battery indicator:

*1 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 92).

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 In high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging the power to 80%*1 of normal temperature mode ( page 26). 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 Utility].

26Battery 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

: High temperature mode ( below)

When the battery pack is not inserted

NOTE

The battery display may not correspond to the actual remaining battery charge in the cases as below. To correct the display, perform the Battery Recalibration ( page 29). The battery indicator remains red. The indicator lights orange and the display shows 99% for a long time. Low battery warning appears soon after a short time of use.

This can occur when the computer is in sleep*2 for a long time without power supply from the AC adaptor. The battery display may not be the same as that of notification area*3. This is not a malfunction.

*2 Windows XP: standby *3 Windows XP: or of [Power Meter] in [Power Options Properties]

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 92).

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

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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.

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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. The computer enters hibernation.

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, turn off the computer, 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, the Windows Resume Loader starts up. Fol- low the on-screen instructions. After that, however, Windows may not start up normally, or the [Low battery level]/[Critical battery level] function may not work nor- mally.

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.

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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)*4 - [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. *4 Windows XP: [start]

NOTE

The temperature range should be 10C to 30C {50F to 86F}. The battery recalibration does not work correctly if a port replicator other than the CF-VEB311 is connected. (The bat- tery recalibration will not end.) If you are using a port replicator other than the CF-VEB311, disconnect it before starting the battery recalibration. The battery recalibration may take a long time due to the large battery capacity. This is not a malfunction. Full charge: Approximately 3.5 hours (max.) Complete discharge:Approximately 2.5 hours (when [Switchable Graphics] in the main menu of the Setup Utility is

set to [Switchable] or [Performance Video] for the model with Discrete Video Controller) Approximately 3 hours (when [Switchable Graphics] in the main menu of the Setup Utility is set to [Power Saving Video] for the model with Discrete Video Controller, or for the model without Discrete Video Controller)

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.

Correcting the Battery Display (Battery Recalibration)

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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.

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 batt