User manual PANASONIC CF-25XXXAAE

[. . . ] 6 Security Measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Computing On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Using a Multimedia Pocket Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] 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. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer. Therefore, when installing or removing a RAM module, handle the module with extreme care. 25 Installing/Removing the RAM Module 1 Power off your computer ( CAUTION "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. 2 RAM Module Remove the cover ( page 19) 3 Installing the RAM module Slide in the module at an angle. 2 Snap the module into place by pushing down on it. 2 RAM module specifications 144 pins, SO-DIMM, 3. 3 V, SDRAM or EDO Hooks Removing the RAM module Open the left and right hooks. 2 Gently remove the RAM module from the slot. 2 4 Put the cover back into place( page 20) Port Replicator A port replicator is available as an option (CF-VEB271). This device eliminates the hassles of having you connect/disconnect the various cables when carrying your computer around and allows a variety of peripherals to be connected including a headphone or microphone, etc. The port replicator connects to the expansion bus connector on the back of your computer. For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual of the port replicator. Expansion Bus Connector 26 Using a Printer 1 Power off your computer ( CAUTION Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode; abnormal operation may result. "Starting Up/Shutting Down") Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. 27 2 Connect the printer to your computer 3 Parallel Port Turn on the printer, then turn on your computer with the LCD panel opened 4 Setting your printer Go to [My Computer] - [Printers]. Find your printer's icon, double-click on it, and click [File] - [Set As Default]. Direct sunlight or white glowing light, such as fluorescent lighting; can cause interference with communications between the ports. When moving your computer while it is transmitting/receiving data. Infrared Communication Port Setting for Infrared Data Communications 1 Run the Setup Utility ( page 33) 2 Using and , select [Advanced] 3 Using and , select [Serial Port B] and press Enter 4 Using and , select [Auto] and press Enter 5 Using and , select [Device] and press Enter 6 Using and , select [IrDA] and press Enter 7 Press F10 , then select [Yes] Data Communications NOTE Before data communications, please do the following. Add the check mark for [Dial-Up Networking] in [Communications] with [Windows Setup] in [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]. Select [Microsoft] for [Manufacturers:] and [File and printer sharing for Microsoft Networks] for [Network Services:] in [Control Panel] - [Network] - [Add] - [Service]. Use Windows Explorer to set the folders for sharing on the host side. 1 Select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [Direct Cable Connection] 2 Select [Host] or [Guest], then press [Next] COM4], then press [Next] 3 Select [Serial cable onnot displayed, select [Install New Ports]. If [Serial cable on COM4] is [Finish] 4 Press data communications will begin. Infrared NOTE To process at a transfer speed of 4 Mbps, separate application software is necessary. When you select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel], and then select [Infrared], this will give you the conditions for infrared data communications. Please refer to Windows help on how to use Direct Cable Connection. Direct Cable Connection is not installed after reinstalling the computer, so add the check mark for [Dial-Up Networking] and [Direct Cable Connection] in [Communications] with [Windows Setup] in [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs] and simply follow the on-screen instructions. Hard Disk Drive To change your hard disk drive, contact Panasonic Technical Support For information on FAT32, refer to "Technical Information" ( page 39). 32 CAUTION To customers: To change your hard disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Be sure to back up all important data before the change. [. . . ] Try setting [Touch Pad] to disable in the Setup Utility. In some circumstances, if a PS/2 external mouse with a serial interface conversion function is connected to the port, it may not operate normally. If a switch is made to the Hand Written mode in Panasonic Hand Writing, any external mouse or trackball connecting to the external keyboard/mouse port will not operate. Reconnect the device after quitting the Hand Written mode. [. . . ]