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Panasonic Toughbook CF-27 Series Reference Manual

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Key Combinations .............................................
LED Indicators ...................................................
Suspend/Hibernation Functions ......................
Security Measures ............................................
Computing On The Road................................
Battery Power .................................................
Using a Multimedia Pocket Device................
Using PC Cards ..............................................
Adding Memory ..............................................
Port Replicator ................................................
Using a Printer ................................................
Using an External Display .............................
Hard Disk Drive...............................................
Setup Utility ....................................................
Technical Information ....................................
List of Error Codes .........................................
DMI Viewer ......................................................
Dealing With Problems ...................................
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  • Page 1: Reference Manual

    ® Personal Computer Reference Manual CF-27 Series Contents Key Combinations ..........LED Indicators ........... Suspend/Hibernation Functions ...... Security Measures ..........Computing On The Road........ Battery Power ..........Using a Multimedia Pocket Device....Using PC Cards ..........Adding Memory ..........Port Replicator ..........Using a Printer ..........

  • Page 2: Key Combinations

    Key Combinations CAUTION Do not press the following key combinations repeatedly in (quick) succession. Do not press the following key combinations while using the touch pad (mouse) or other keys. Functions Popup Window LCD brightness control Hold down the Fn key and press F2 to change the Is displayed when Fn + F2 the brightness is...

  • Page 3: Led Indicators

    LED Indicators Caps Lock This indicator lights green when Caps Lock is pressed. Subsequent non- shifted input is capitalized. These indicators light green when NumLk is pressed and the Key Pad is NumLk (Numeric key) pressed while holding down the Fn key. This causes a portion of the key- board to function as a numeric keypad.

  • Page 4: Suspend/Hibernation Functions 7

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions Starting Up Your Computer Quickly If you want to immediately start up and continue an application after shutting down your computer, you can do so by using the suspend or hibernation function. Differences between the suspend and hibernation functions Function Suspend function Hibernation function...

  • Page 5: Resuming Operation

    Suspend/Hibernation Functions NOTE With the method below, you can shut down the computer by using the suspend function. Fn + F7 page Resuming Operation Slide the power switch If the security indicator ( ) is displayed, your password has been set. This password has been set in the Setup Utility and is not an NT password.
  • Page 6 Suspend/Hibernation Functions Precautions for Using the Suspend or Hibernation Function Save all data before powering off your computer. When restarting from or shutting down to the suspend or hibernation mode, do not touch the touch pad or touchscreen (or move the mouse (serial or PS/2 type) if one is connected).

  • Page 7: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent unauthorized access of your computer, the various security measures are provided below. Situation Function to use Reference You do not want your computer to be used without permission Supervisor Password below User Password Prevent operation by You want to prevent theft or damage to data by using a floppy disk page 10 using a floppy disk...
  • Page 8 Use only the upper horizontal row of numeric keys to input your user password. Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten you will be unable to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Support. When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
  • Page 9 Do not forget your password. If a password is forgotten, you will be un- able to use your computer. Please contact Panasonic Technical Support. To prevent the changing of your password without permission • When running the Setup Utility, do not leave your computer even for a short time.
  • Page 10 Security Measures Preventing theft or damage to data using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwritten accidentally by using a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

  • Page 11: Computing On The Road

    Computing On The Road Conserving Power One of the main features of notebook-type computers is that you have the power of computing away from your home or office. In the following, information is provided on how to maximize use of the battery pack which is necessary for such computing. Four Important Points POINT Be sure to charge your battery before and after use.
  • Page 12 Computing On The Road Setting Power Management Run the Setup Utility page Using , select [Power] Using , select [Power Management Mode] and press Enter Using , select either [Enable(Battery)] or [Enable(Always)] and press Enter Using , select [Power Switch] and press Enter Using , select either [Suspend] or [Hibernation] and press Enter...
  • Page 13 Computing On The Road Power Management settings Power Management Enable (Always) Enable(Battery)* Disable Functions (Setting at the time of automatically set purchase) 1 min 1 min Never HDD motor timeout 2 min 2 min Never ECO mode timeout Power Conservation Enable Disable Disable...

  • Page 14: Battery Power

    Battery pack or charger may not be working properly. Quickly remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adapter, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Blinking orange Unable to recharge due to violation of temperature limits.
  • Page 15 Battery Power When the remaining battery charge becomes low Save your data and power off your computer Following that: Plug in the AC adapter, and fully charge your battery. Use a spare battery if you have one. If you have neither the AC adapter nor an extra battery, power the computer off. If the suspend or hibernation function is set Red indicator lights Suspend Mode or Hibernation Mode...
  • Page 16 Battery Power Replacing the Battery Pack When the charge provided by your battery pack is supplied for only a short period of time, even after fully charging according to the instructions, it may be time to replace your battery pack. The battery pack is a consumable item and therefore will require replacement (CF-VZSU04).
  • Page 17 Battery Power Cover Put the cover back into place Attach the cover holding both sides. Slide the latches. CAUTION Latches Be sure the battery pack is properly connected to the connec- tor. Do not allow the battery connector to touch any portion of the computer.

  • Page 18: Using A Multimedia Pocket Device

    Using a Multimedia Pocket Device You may use an optional CD-ROM pack (CF-VCD271), DVD-ROM drive pack (CF- VDD271) or Superdisk drive pack (CF-VFS271) by removing your floppy disk drive from the multimedia pocket. For more information, please read the manual that accompanies the CD-ROM pack, DVD-ROM drive pack or Superdisk drive pack.
  • Page 19 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device Using the Floppy Disk Drive as an External Drive Parallel Port You may use the floppy disk drive as an external drive that is connected through the parallel port, by using an optional FDD cable (CF-VCF271). In the operating instructions for the FDD cable (CF-VCF271), directions are given to turn the power off before connecting the floppy disk drive by using the cable, but with this computer, the floppy disk drive can be attached or removed while the power is on.

  • Page 20: Using Pc Cards

    Using PC Cards PC Card Your computer has two PC Card slots. These slots conform to the PC Card Standard; therefore, communications and SCSI devices may be utilized. The slots allow you to use two Type I or Type II cards (or one Type I and one Type II), or one Type III card. Type I or II Type III Two cards can be used simultaneously.
  • Page 21 Using PC Cards PC Card Utility Program ® About Phoenix Card Executive 2.0 for Windows NT ® When using a Windows NT model, confirm that Phoenix Card Executive™ 2.0 for ® Windows NT is installed. If [Card Executive 2.0 for NT] is displayed in the [Control Panel], this indicates that the program is installed.

  • Page 22: Adding Memory

    Adding Memory CAUTION Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.

  • Page 23: Port Replicator

    Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB271 or CF-VEB272). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carry- ing your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc.

  • Page 24: Using A Printer

    Using a Printer Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. Connect the printer to your computer Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened Parallel Port Setting your printer Go to [My Computer] - [Printers].

  • Page 25: Using An External Display

    Using an External Display Power off your computer "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. Connect the external display to your computer NOTE For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual of the external display.

  • Page 26: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. To technicians (at Panasonic Technical Support): Be careful when replacing the hard disk.

  • Page 27: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press Press <F2> to enter SETUP need to restart your computer. this message NOTE Press F2 while [ ] is displayed. Press <F2> to enter SETUP The Setup Utility will not run if F2 is not pressed soon after the computer starts.
  • Page 28 Setup Utility Main Menu BIOS Version: Vx.xxLxx System Time: [xx:xx:xx] System Date: [xx/xx/1999] System Memory: xxxxxKB Primary Master: xxxxMB Secondary Master: None NumLock: [On] Touch Pad: [Enable] Speaker: [Enable] Display: [External Monitor] Parameters : Default) NumLock Touch Pad Disable Enable Speaker Disable Enable...
  • Page 29 Setup Utility Advanced Menu Serial port A:* [Enable] Base I/O: [3F8/IRQ4] Serial port B:* [Enable] Device: [Touchscreen] Base I/O: [2F8/IRQ3] Parallel port:* [Enable] Mode: [Bi-directional] Base I/O: [378/IRQ7] Sound Controller:* [Enable] CardBus Controller A: [Enable] Legacy USB: [Disable] * If [Enable] is set, sub items will be displayed. Parameters : Default) Disable...
  • Page 30 Setup Utility Security Menu Boot Up Drive: [A:/C:] Floppy Operation: [Enable] Set Supervisor Password: [Enter] User Password Protection: [No Protection] Set User Password: [Enter] CAUTION If starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password; The User Password can only be set when the Supervisor Password has been set and [User Password Protection] has been set to [No Protection].

  • Page 31: Power Management Modes

    Setup Utility Power Menu Power Management Mode : [Enable (Always)] HDD motor timeout: 1 min ECO mode timeout: 2 min Power Switch: [Hibernation] Hibernation Timeout: * [4 min] Fn+F7/Fn+F10 key: [Enable] CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive Speed : [High] * The [Suspend Timeout] item will be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Suspend]. Both [Hibernation Timeout] and [Suspend Timeout] may not be displayed when [Power Switch] is set to [Off].
  • Page 32 Setup Utility Exit Menu Save values & Exit NOTE Exit Without Saving Changes Get Default Values If the Supervisor Password or User Load Previous Values Password has been set, the pass- Save Current Values word must be entered before Win- dows can start.

  • Page 33: Technical Information

    Technical Information Network The network connection may be severed when entering the ECO mode and suspend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable the [Suspend/Hibernation Timeout] settings with the Setup Utility if you require a network environment. The computer will not operate properly.
  • Page 34 Technical Information Enabling Power Conservation Confirm that Phoenix APM 2.0 for Windows NT ® is installed. (If [APM 2.0 for NT] is dis- played in [Control Panel], this means that the program is installed.) If the program is not installed, be sure to install it. Port Replicator Hot Docking and Hot Undocking are not possible with the port replicator.

  • Page 35: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays one of except the messages marked below with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
  • Page 36 List of Error Codes 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. 02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). 02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

  • Page 37: Dmi Viewer

    CPU and memory. Running DMI Viewer Select [DMI Viewer] from [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic]. The screen shown below is displayed. When you click on an item, detailed information on that item will be displayed.

  • Page 38: Dealing With Problems

    Dealing With Problems When a problem occurs, please refer to this page. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, please contact Panasonic Technical Support. Starting Up Check the cable connection for the AC adapter. The power indicator or Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.
  • Page 39 Check to see if the hard disk is full. If it is full, delete unnecessary files. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. Try testing another drive or media. When the previous item...
  • Page 40 The sound may continue for a short period of time, but if the computer starts up in a normal manner, then the problem is not serious. If, however, the computer fails to start up, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
  • Page 41 Dealing With Problems Connecting Peripherals Your peripheral does not You need to use drivers conforming to the current operating system. work (An error occurs Some earlier drivers will no longer work. while installing the driver) For more information, please ask the manufacturer of the driver in question. Press F9 in the Setup Utility.
  • Page 42 Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Imation, the Imation Logo, the circle-pyramid logo, SuperDisk and SuperDisk logo are trademarks of Imation Corp. Acrobat is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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