Panasonic CF-18 User Manual

1Personal ComputerReference ManualModel No. CF-18 SeriesXPWe recommend that this Reference Manual be printed.

10LED IndicatorsPower status  Not litPower off / Hibernation mode GreenPower on Blinking greenStandby modeBattery pack status  page 50Caps Lock Th

100Icon EnlargerIf the characters, icons, title bars, mouse cursor, or other items are too small and difficult to see on the screen, use the "Ico

101Loupe UtilityIf 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

102Loupe UtilityEnlarging a Part of the Screen1 Point the cursor ( ) to the place on the screen where you want to Enlarge.2 Right-click while pressing

103Loupe Utility1 Right-click on the taskbar.2 Select [Settings].Changing the operation when showing/hiding the enlarged-display windowSet key combi

104Loupe Utility Select whether to make the display enlargement 2x or 3x. Right-click , and then select [2x enlargement] or [3x enlargement].

105List of Error CodesWhen turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions shown below.

106List of Error CodesPress <F2> to Setup  Write down the error details and press F2 to run the Setup Utility. Confirm the settings, and change

107Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When a problem occurs, refer to this page. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the

108Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When resuming from the standby or hibernation mode, [Enter Password] does not appear even if a password has been se

109Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When the previous item is not the cause Press F9 in the Setup Utility. This will restore the Setup Utility's

11Tablet ButtonsWhen the Windows screen is displayed, you can use the tablet buttons to perform the following operations.Button Functions Function Des

110Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When the battery pack is used, the screen is darker than when the AC adaptor is connected Press Fn+F2 and adjust t

111Dealing with Problems (Advanced)[Advanced] and [Boot] menu can not be registered Restart the Setup Utility with the Supervisor Password.Some items

112Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Battery IndicatorThe red indicator lights  The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).Conn

113Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When you want to use the keyboard in the Tablet mode Use the software keyboard( page 27). Display RotationThe di

114Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Cannot check the computer’s MAC address Check the computer’s MAC address using the following procedure:A Display [

115Dealing with Problems (Advanced) Networking: Wireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)Access point is not detected  Shorten the distance b

116Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Cannot communicate with the access point Confirm that the access point is on. Confirm that the following settings

117Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Communications with access point are cut off Shorten the distance between the computer and the access point, and t

118Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Your peripheral does not work  Make sure a driver is installed. Contact the manufacturer of the product. When op

119Dealing with Problems (Advanced)USB floppy disk drives do not work as a boot drive Only the Panasonic CF-VFDU03 USB floppy disk drive (optional) c

12Tablet ButtonsNOTE If the computer is set to display the password input screen when resuming from the screensaver, the input panel, enter, and rota

120Dealing with Problems (Advanced)The following phenomena occur The LAN transmission speed slows down dramatically Poor performance when forwarding

121Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Unable to read/write to the hard disk  Your drive or file may not have been properly set. Check to see if the har

122Dealing with Problems (Advanced) SoundThe sound is not heard  Try changing the mute by pressing Fn+F4 or Fn+F6.Volume does not change when Fn+F5

123Dealing with Problems (Advanced)When trying to play back video files using Windows® Media Player, the message [Codec required] appears, and the fil

124Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Is it necessary to enable the Windows Firewall? The Windows Firewall is a security function designed to protect yo

125Dealing with Problems (Advanced)Problem with Web page display (no display; display is completely white; advertisements, logon, and other pop-ups ar

126Dealing with Problems (Advanced)The message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed This message is displayed by the “Security Center” funct

127Dealing with Problems (Advanced) is displayed This message is displayed because the “Automatic Updates” setting in the “Security Center” is disabl

128Dealing with Problems (Advanced)You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status, and use this information when call

129Dealing with Problems (Advanced)C When a message "The copy of the screen was saved..." is displayed, select [OK]. [pcinfo.bmp] file will

13Tablet Buttons1 Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Tablet Buttons Settings].2 Select the tablet button you want to change and select [

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14Tablet ButtonsNOTE On the Windows logon screen or Welcome screen, the tablet buttons cannot be disabled.

15Touch PadUse the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations.A. Work Surface (Touch Pad)B. Left ButtonC. Right Button

16Touch Pad When you are not sure whether an application is compatible with the Microsoft® wheel function or not, try using both modes. Depending on

17Touch PadDouble-Tapping/Double-Clickingdouble-tapping or double-clickingDraggingTwo quick taps, but on the second ta

18Touch Pad*1The movements will differ depending on the application.*2Operations to follow when using an external Microsoft® IntelliMouse™.*3Operation

19Touch PadNOTE The double-tapping speed of the touch pad can be changed using the following menu. [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Ha

2Read Me First Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to

20Touch Pad9 Following the operating instructions of the connected external mouse or trackball, install the necessary driver.When you want to re-enabl

21Touch PadC At [Welcome to the Hardware Update Wizard], select [No, not this time], and then select [Next].D Select [Install from a list or specific

22Touch 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 s

23TouchscreenYour computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same operations as the touch pad or mouse by touching t

24TouchscreenNOTE 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 mi

25TouchscreenConfiguring the TouchscreenWhen needed, the touchscreen can be configured using the following steps.1 Display [Mouse Properties] screen.S

26Touchscreen Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use pencils, implements with sharp tips or hard objects for screen operations. Do no

27Software KeyboardThe software keyboard enables you to perform the same operations as the internal keyboard by touching the screen with the stylus (i

28Software Keyboarddisplay does not match the language set for the application, the input will be correct as long as the keyboard layout changes into

29Software KeyboardNOTE The currency symbols (A) displayed on the numeric keypad are set using the following menu.[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date,

3Read Me FirstThe terminology in ( ) is the one used in [Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Properties].To display [Intel(R) 82852/82855

30Panasonic Hand WritingSimple characters and figures like signatures and arrows can be made by using the work surface of the touch pad or the touchsc

31Panasonic Hand Writingtop-left part of the work surface of the touch pad will be displayed in the top-left part of the Panasonic Hand Writing window

32Panasonic Hand Writing• Objects with an extremely sharp tip, like screwdrivers and nails.• Objects that leave marks, like ball-point pens. When usi

33Display RotationAfter windows is started up, you can rotate the display and perform the touch pad and touchscreen operations in the rotated mode.1 P

34Display RotationBy using the Display Rotation Tool, you can change the settings of the display rotation.1 Right-click on the taskbar, and then sel

35Display Rotation 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 p

36Standby/Hibernation FunctionsIf you use the standby or hibernation function, you can shut down the computer without closing programs and documents.

37Standby/Hibernation Functions• StandbyIn [start] - [Turn Off Computer], select [Stand By].• HibernationIn [start] - [Turn Off Computer], press and h

38Standby/Hibernation Functions• When playing/recording audio files and displaying images (such as MPEG files).• When using communications software or

39Standby/Hibernation Functions Entering the standby or hibernation mode1 Slide the power switch (A); at the beep*1 sound, release your finger.The co

4Key CombinationsCAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Also, do not press different key combinations

40Standby/Hibernation FunctionsThe computer will enter either the standby or hibernation mode, depending on the setting. When entering the standby or

41Standby/Hibernation FunctionsUsing the DisplayWhen [Stand by] or [Hibernate] is selected as the setting for [When I close the lid of myportable comp

42Security MeasuresTo prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below.*1You need to set the Supervisor

43Security Measures4 Only when the Supervisor Password has been set:Enter your password at [Enter Current Password] and press Enter.5 Enter your passw

44Security MeasuresNOTE When the Supervisor Password has not been set, the User Password can not be set. Set the Supervisor Password if you have not

45Security MeasuresNOTE Your password will not be displayed on the screen. Only up to seven alphanumeric characters can be used.• There is no distin

46Security Measures4 Select [Enable] or [Disable]. To enable the Password on bootSelect [Enable] and press Enter.  To disable the Password on bootS

47Security Measures The hard disk lock function only works with the internal hard disk. This function does not work with the second hard disk or the

48Computing on the RoadOne of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In

49Computing on the Road Before stepping away from your computer, press Fn+F7 to put your computer in the standby mode ( page 6), or Fn+F10 to put yo

5Key CombinationsFn+F3Display change(When the external display is connected)By pressing this key combination, you can select either an external displa

50Battery PowerUse the Battery Indicator to Check the Battery StatusBattery Indicator Battery StatusNot lit Battery pack is not connected or charging

51Battery Power*1When the AC adaptor is connected.*2In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal temperature mode

52Battery Powerz When the battery pack is not inserted in the computerNOTEz In the following cases, there may be a difference between the remaining ba

53Battery PowerNOTEz After switching from [Normal Temperature] to [High Temperature] or vice versa, the remaining battery capacity will not be display

54Battery PowerWhen the Remaining Battery Charge Becomes LowThe following is factory default setting.Above settings can be changed.A Display [Alarms]

55Battery PowerB Set alarm operations and remaining battery level for operating alarm functions.When disabling the speaker by pressing Fn+F4, the soun

56Battery Power1 Connect the AC adaptor.2 Close all applications.3 Perform "Battery Recalibration".A Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Pana

57Battery PowerThe battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU30A). If the battery operation time becomes notice

58Battery PowerB 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

59PC CardsYour computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications or SCSI devices, etc., may be ut

6Key CombinationsFn+F4Speaker on/off switchPressing this key combination turns on/off audio from the internal speaker and headphone jack.NOTE Disabli

60PC CardsInserting a PC Card1 Unlock the cover by sliding the latch (A) to the right.2 Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the

61PC Cardsinsertion. 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 Ca

62PC Cards5 Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.NOTE If the button is sticking out, press it back to its original position.

63RAM ModuleUse a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases

64RAM Module2 Turn the computer over and remove the screws (A), then remove the cover (B).3 Insert/Remove RAM module. Inserting the RAM moduleA Slide

65RAM ModuleCAUTION Be sure the cables of the speaker do not caught when closing the cover.NOTE If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total

66Port ReplicatorA port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB181). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the vari

67External Display1 Power off your computer.(⇒ Operating Instructions "Starting Up/Shutting Down")Do not connect or disconnect devices while

68External Displaythe driver disk that was supplied with your monitor.[start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Settings] - [

69External Display• The pop-up window displayed by Fn key combination is shown only on the primary device.• Do not use the display rotation function.

7Key CombinationsFn+F9Remaining capacity of the battery packPressing this key combination displays the remaining battery capacity on the screen.When t

70External Display When the display domain for the Extended Desktop is changed, there are cases the wallpaper and icons become displaced. Wallpaper:

71USB DevicesNOTE 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 p

72USB DevicesRemoving USB devicesCAUTION Do not remove a USB device while your computer is in the standby or hibernation mode. Save important data a

73USB Devices Use the write-protect tab (A).This is a must for preserving important data. This prevents your data from being erased or overwritten.

74ModemCAUTION 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 possi

75ModemWith this function, if the telephone that is connected to the modem rings in the standby mode, the power of the computer automatically switches

76Modemanswer" (with the software application that is able to maintain the condition to receive telephone calls) to a small value.*1To display th

77LANWhen using the computer as a network computer, some additional settings may have to be made depending on the usage conditions. We recommend aski

78LANNOTE 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 [

79LAN 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

8Key CombinationsThere are two Fn key functions as follows: Fn key lock functionAfter Fn is pressed once, it stays in the "pressed" positio

80Wireless LANOnly for models with wireless LANIf you use a wireless LAN, you can use a network without cable connections. Wireless LAN communication

81Wireless LAN Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devic

82Wireless LANTurn on/off the wireless LAN function power using Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software.NOTE Before using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless L

83Wireless LANTo use the wireless LAN, set the profile using the following procedure.The settings will vary for different network environments dependi

84Wireless LAN5 Make necessary changes and select [OK]. For security, we recommend that you enable encryption.For information on how to set the encry

85Hard Disk DriveTo change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support.CAUTION Be sure to back up all important data before changing th

86Hard Disk DriveB 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 fro

87Hard Disk DriveNOTE Whether the hard disk is properly recognized or not can be confirmed in [Information] menu of the Setup Utility ( page 90). If

88Setup UtilityThe Setup Utility is a utility for setting the computer's operating environment (password settings, startup drive selection, etc.)

89Setup UtilityKey OperationsF1To display the corresponding "help" file.EscTo display [Exit] menu. To move among the items. To move

9Key Combinations3 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 sep

90Setup Utility Parameters(Underline indicates settings at the time of factory shipment.)Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility.Informa

91Setup Utility*1Time is shown in 24-hr. style.*2Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year.*3This item is displayed only when [Environment] is set to [

92Setup Utility*4The display destination in cases where Windows is not running is set here. If an external display is not connected, all information

93Setup Utility*2This item is displayed only when the setting of each port is [Enable].*3[Disable] is automatically set when [LAN] is set to [Disable]

94Setup UtilityNOTE When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password;• [Set Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock] will not be displaye

95Setup Utility*1When [Setup Utility Prompt] is set to [Disable], the message "Press F2 for Setup / F12 for LAN" is not displayed on [Panaso

96Setup Utility*1This is displayed even if a floppy disk drive is not connected or [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Dis-able] on [Advanced] menu.The fo

97Setup Utility*1This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password.*2Only displayed when a backup area is created.

98Technical InformationOnly the following resolutions are supported. Do not select other resolutions. 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024 pixelsIf the

99DMI ViewerThis computer conforms to the specifications of the Desktop Management Interface (DMI). The DMI Viewer can be used when you want to know