Panasonic Laptop CF Y4 User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Computer

Model No.

CF-Y4 Series

Contents

For first-time and basic opera-

tion, refer to the Operating

Instructions (this manual).

Preparations

Page

^{Read Me First ..............................................................}3

Usage Precautions/About Notations..........................11

How to Use this Manual............................................ 12

Names and Functions of Parts.................................. 13

Confirm the Status Using the LEDs .......................... 15

First-time Operation.................................................. 16

For more information on how

to use this computer, refer to

the onscreen Reference Man-

ual.

Î page 12

Getting Started (Basic Operations)

Starting Up/Shutting Down........................................ 23

Using the Touch Pad................................................. 25

Using the Fn Key ...................................................... 26

Expanding Memory................................................... 27

Setup Utility............................................................... 29

For your technical support

office, refer to “LIMITED

WARRANTY.”

Useful Information

Usage/Handling/Maintenance................................... 35

Wireless LAN............................................................ 37

Windows/Antivirus Protection ................................... 38

Using CD/DVD.......................................................... 41

Use of Peripheral Devices/Internal Hard Disk .......... 42

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes.................................................... 43

Dealing with Problems (Summary) ........................... 44

Reinstalling Software ................................................ 50

Important Information

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT................... 54

Hard Disk Backup Function ...................................... 56

When Disposing of This Computer .......................... 60

Specifications............................................................ 62

Index......................................................................... 65

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For U.S.A.

Federal Communications Commission Radio Fre-

quency Interference Statement

radar stations can cause interference with and /or dam-

age this product.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to com-

ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-

ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-

ates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-

tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment

off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

z Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired oper-

ation.

Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North America

One Panasonic Way

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)

FCC Regulation Notice for modem

This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.

z Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

z Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-

ent from that to which the receiver is connected.

z Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi-

enced radio/TV technician for help.

1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules.

On the computer is a label that contains, among other

information, the FCC registration number and ringer

equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If

required, this information must be provided to the tele-

phone company.

2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is

provided with this equipment. This equipment is

designed to be connected to the telephone network or

premises wiring using a compatible modular jack

which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instruc-

tions for details.

3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices

which may be connected to the telephone line. Exces-

sive RENs on the telephone line may result in the

devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In

most, but not all area, the sum of RENs should not

exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of

devices that may be connected to a line, as deter-

mined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone

company.

4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the tele-

phone network, the telephone company will notify you

in advice that temporary discontinuance of service

may be required. But if advice notice isn’t practical, the

telephone company will notify the customer as soon as

possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a

complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may take changes in its facili-

ties, equipment, operations or procedures that could

affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens

the telephone company will provide advance notice in

order for you to make necessary modifications to

maintain uninterrupted service.

Warning

To assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter-

face cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral.

Also, any changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

z This computer is provided with a PC Card slot that

could be used with wireless transmitter(s), which will

be specifically recommended, when they become

available. Other third-party wireless transmitter(s)

have not been RF exposure evaluated for use with this

computer and may not comply with FCC RF exposure

requirements.

z This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

z This equipment must be installed and operated in

accordance with provided instructions and minimum

1.5 cm spacing must be provided between antenna

and all person’s body (excluding extremities of hands,

wrist and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

z This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

This product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation

in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.

FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the fre-

quency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for

harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite sys-

tems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the

5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These

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6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair

or warranty information, please contact Panasonic

Corporation of North America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-

800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is

causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone

company may request that you disconnect the equip-

ment until the problem is resolved.

10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we

recommend that you may install an AC surge arrestor

in the AC outlet to which this equipment is connected.

Telephone companies report that electrical surges, typ-

ically lightning transients, are very destructive to cus-

tomer terminal equipment connected to AC power

sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.

7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this

equipment.

8. This equipment may not be used on coin service pro-

vided by the telephone company. Connection to party

lines is subject to state tariffs.

“Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or

larger telecommunication line cord.”

“ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser

uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26

AWG ou de section supérieure.”

9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or

other electronic device to send any message via a

telephone fax machine unless such message clearly

contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each trans-

mitted page or on the first page of the transmission,

the date and time it is sent and an identification of the

business or other entry, or other individual sending the

message and the telephone number of the sending

machine or such business, other entity, or individual. In

order to program this information into your fax soft-

ware, you should refer to the manual of the Fax soft-

ware being used.

Notice for the products using LCD

This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps contain-

ing a small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in

some components. Disposal of these materials may be

regulated in your community due to environmental consid-

erations. For disposal or recycling information please

contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries

Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org/>

For Canada

Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem

This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved

modem unit.

contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or

electrician, as appropriate.” “NOTICE: The Ringer Equiva-

lence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device

provides an indication of the maximum number of termi-

nals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.

The termination on an interface may consist of any combi-

nation of devices subject only to the requirement that the

sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices

does not exceed 5.”

The Industry Canada label is affixed on the modem unit.

EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS

“NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified

equipment. This certification means that the equipment

meets telecommunications network protective, opera-

tional and safety requirements as prescribed in the appro- REN: See bottom of the computer

priate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements

document(s). The Department does not guarantee the

equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that

it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the

local telecommunications company. The equipment must

also be installed using an acceptable method of connec-

tion. The customer should be aware that compliance with

the above conditions may not prevent degradation of ser-

vice in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a

representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or

alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equip-

ment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications

company cause to request the user to disconnect the

equipment.

RESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT LE RACCORDEMENT

DE MATÉRIEL

"AVIS: L'étiquette d'Industrie Canada identifie le matériel

homologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel est

conforme aux normes de protection, d'exploitation et de

sécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme le

prescrivent les documents concernant les exigences tech-

niques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministère

n'assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à la

satisfaction de l'utilisateur.

Avant d'installer ce matériel, l'utilisateur doit s'assurer qu'il

est permis de le raccorder aux installations de l'entreprise

locale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également

être installé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccord-

ement. L'abonné ne doit pas oublier qu'il est possible que

Users should ensure for their own protection that the elec- la conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus

trical ground connections of the power utility, telephone

lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present,

are connected together. This precaution may be particu-

larly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not

attempt to make such connections themselves, but should

n'empêche pas la dégradation du service dans certaines

situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être coor-

données par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.

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L'entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à

l'utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de répa-

rations ou de modifications effectuées par l'utilisateur ou à

cause de mauvais fonctionnement.

Pour sa propre protection, l'utilisateur doit s'assurer que

tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d'énergie

électrique, des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations

d'eau métalliques, s'il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble.

Cette précaution est particulièrement importante dans les

régions rurales. Avertissement: L'utilisateur ne doit pas

tenter de faire ces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir

recours à un service d'inspection des installations élec-

triques, ou à un électricien, selon le cas."

"AVIS: L'indice d'équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assigné

à chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal de

terminaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. La

terminaison d'une interface téléphonique peut consister

en une combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule

condition que la somme d'indices d'équivalence de la son-

nerie de touts les dispositifs n'excède pas 5."

Industry Canada

This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions;

(1) this device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

This product (local network devices) for the band 5150-

5250 MHz is only indoor usage to reduce potential for

harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite sys-

tems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users (mean-

ing they have priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850

MHz and these radars could cause interference and/or

damage to LELAN devices.

IES: Voir sous le fond de l'ordinateur

Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety pre-

cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the fol-

lowing:

Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pen-

dant l’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire

les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures.

En voici quelquesunes:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near

a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a

wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type)

during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk

of electric shock from lightning.

1. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil près de l’eau, p.ex., près

d’une baignoire, d’un lavabo, d’un évier de cuisine,

d’un bac à laver, dans un sous-sol humide ou près

d’une piscine.

2. Éviter d’utiliser le téléphone (sauf s’il s’agit d’un appar-

eil sans fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut

présenter un risque de choc électrique causé par la

foudre.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the

vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this

manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special

disposal instructions.

3. Ne pas utiliser l’appareil téléphonique pour signaler

une fuite de gaz s’il est situé près de la fuite.

4. Utiliser seulement le cordon d’alimentation et le type

de piles indiqués dans ce manual. Ne pas jeter les

piles dans le feu: elles peuvent exploser. Se conformer

aux règlements pertinents quant à l’élimination des

piles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

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Information to the User

This product and your Health

This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this

product however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile

phones.

Because this product operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations,

we believe this product is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of

the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and

interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of this product may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or respon-

sible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

z Using this product on board of airplanes, or

z In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as

harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment

(e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use this product prior to turning on the product.

Regulatory Information

We are not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this product. The

correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification will be the responsibility of the user. We and its

authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from

failing to comply with these guidelines.

Lithium Battery

Lithium Battery!

This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only

be exchanged by authorized service personnel.

Warning! A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or misapplication may possibly occur.

Pile au lithium!

Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la date et

l’heure. La pile ne doit être remplacée que par un technicien qualifié.

Danger! Risque d’explosion en cas de non respect de cette mise en garde!

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Caution

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR-

MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-

FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION

EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-

SELF.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

AVERTISSEMENT!

CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.

L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES OU

L’EXÉCUTION DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE CELLES

SPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER UNE EXPOSI-

TION À DES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.

NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE

RÉPARER SOI-MÊME.

CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN À UN PERSON-

NEL QUALIFIÉ.

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For Europe

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

“Hereby, we declare, that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements

and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.”

Hint:

If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please con-

tact to our web address: http://www.doc.panasonic.de

Contact:

Panasonic Services Europe

A Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Panasonic Testing Centre

Network connection.

The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;

In all the countries of European Economical Area;

Public Switched Telephony Networks

Technical Features.

The terminal equipment includes the following features;

DTMF dialing

Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbit/s

Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/s

This product is designed to interwork with the Public Switched Telecommunication Networks in UK, Ireland, Nether-

lands, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Iceland,

Greece, Italy, Norway and Austria.

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Compliance Notice - CE Mark

This equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listed below:

73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/EEC

89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC

1999/5/EC R&TTE

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Precautions

‹Usage

‹Handling

Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold

Avoid Magnetic Fields

Do not store or use the computer in loca-

tions exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or

extreme cold.

Keep the computer away from magnets.

Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.

Avoid moving the computer between

locations with large temperature differ-

ence.

Operation: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}

Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C {- 4 °F to 140 °F}

Avoid Stacking

Do not place heavy objects on top of the

computer.

Do Not Disassemble the Computer

Do not disassemble the computer using

methods other than those shown in this

manual.

Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel

The LCD panel should not be exposed to

direct sunlight or ultraviolet light.

This computer contains high-voltage

parts, contact with which may result in

electrical shock. Modification or incorrect

disassembly may result in fire.

Avoid Humidity, Liquids and Dust

Do not store or use the computer in loca-

tions exposed to high humidity, liquids

(including rain) or dust.

Avoid Excessive Force on the Display

Do not apply excessive downward force

on the display.

Prevent Shock

Avoid subjecting the computer to severe

vibrations or impact. Do not place the

computer inside a car trunk.

If a malfunction occurs, immediately

unplug the AC cord and the battery pack

• Computer is damaged

• Foreign object inside computer

• Smoke emitted

Avoid Radio Frequency Interference

Do not place the computer near a televi-

sion or radio receiver.

• Unusual smell emitted

Avoiding Low-temperature Burns

• Unusually hot

Avoid more than casual contact with any

heat producing area of the notebook

computer, AC adaptor, and any option or

accessory you use with it. Even low heat,

if warmer than body temperature, can

cause a burn, if the skin is exposed to the

heat source for a long period of time.

Continuing to use the computer while any

of the above conditions are present may

result in fire or electrical shock.

z If a malfunction occurs, immediately

turn the power off and unplug the AC

cord and the battery pack.

Do not do anything that may damage

the AC cord, the DC plug, or the AC

adaptor

Do not touch the computer and cable

when it starts thundering

Do not damage or modify the cord, place

it near hot tools, bend, twist, or pull it

forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or

bundle it tightly.

Continuing to use a damaged cord may

result in fire, short circuit, or electrical

shock.

Keep SD memory cards (sold sepa-

rately) away from infants and small

children

Accidental swallowing will result in bodily

injury. In the event of accidental swallow-

ing, see a doctor immediately.

Do not connect a telephone line, or a

network cable other than the one

specified, into the LAN port

If the LAN port is connected to a network

such as the ones listed below, a fire or

electric shock may result.

About low-temperature burns

Allowing one area of the skin to be in direct

contact with an object that is even slightly

warmer than body temperature for long

periods of time may result in a "low-tem-

perature burn."

• Networks other than 100BASE-TX or

10BASE-T

• Phone lines (Telephone lines, internal

phone lines (on-premise switches), dig-

ital public phones, etc.)

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Hold the plug when unplugging the AC

cord

Pulling on the cord may damage the cord,

resulting in a fire or electrical shock.

Clean the DC plug of dust and other

debris regularly

If dust or other debris accumulates on the

plug, humidity, etc. may cause a defect in

the insulation, which may result in a fire.

z Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry

cloth.

Do not turn the volume up to loud

when using headphones

Listening at high volumes that overstimu-

late the ear for long periods of time may

result in loss of hearing.

Pull the plug if the computer is not

being used for a long period of time.

Do not pull or insert the DC plug if

your hands are wet

May result in electrical shock.

Take a break of 10-15 minutes every

hour

Using the computer for long periods of

time may have detrimental health effects

on the eyes or hands.

Insert the AC plug completely

If the plug is not inserted completely, fire

due to overheating or electrical shock

may result.

z Do not use a damaged plug or loose

Do not look into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/

RW drive

electrical socket.

Looking directly at the internal laser light

source may result in damage to eyesight.

Do not place metal objects or contain-

ers of liquid on top of the computer

z If water or other liquid spills, or if paper

clips, coins, or other metal objects get

inside the computer, fire or electrical

shock may result.

Do not use disks that are cracked or

deformed

Because the disks rotate at high speeds,

damaged disks may break apart causing

injury.

Do not place the computer on unstable

surfaces

z Disks that are not round and disks that

have been repaired using adhesives

are similarly dangerous, and so should

not be used.

If balance is lost, the computer may fall

over or drop, resulting in an injury.

Do not move the computer while the

DC plug is connected

Do not cover the computer with a thick

cloth, such as a blanket

The AC cord may be damaged, resulting

in fire or electrical shock.

z If the AC cord is damaged, remove the

DC plug immediately.

Precautions (Wireless LAN)

Turn off in crowded areas, as per-

Turn off inside of airplanes

sons wearing heart pacemakers may

be nearby

Pacemaker operations may be affected

by radio waves.

Radio waves may obstruct the safe oper-

ations of the aircraft. Follow the instruc-

tions of the airline with regard to use on

airplanes.

Do not use near automatic doors, fire

alarms, and other automatic control

devices

Radio waves from this computer may

affect automatic control devices, resulting

in damage due to malfunctions.

If it is necessary to use the computer in

these types of environments, turn the wire-

less LAN function off. (Î page 37) Note,

however, that use of computers even while

the wireless LAN is off may be prohibited

during takeoff and landings, and at other

times.

CCU: Coronary Care Unit

Turn off in hospitals and other loca-

tions with electrical medical devices

(do not bring into operating rooms,

intensive care units, CCUs , etc.)

Radio waves from this computer may

affect electrical medical devices, resulting

in damage due to malfunctions.

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Precautions (Battery Pack)

z Care should be exercised with regard to the following

in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or

damage.

z Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The

battery pack may no longer function properly if the

contacts are dirty or damaged.

z Do not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to

become wet.

Avoid Heat

Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or

expose it to excessive heat.

z If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of

time (a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the

battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes

30% to 40% and store it in a cool, dry place.

z This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by

recharging only when the remaining power is less than

approx. 95% (when Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled:

75%) of capacity.

z The battery pack is not charged when the computer is

first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for

the first time. When the AC adaptor is connected to

the computer, charging begins automatically.

z Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your

eyes, do not rub your eyes. Immediately flush your

eyes with clear water and see a doctor for medical

treatment as soon as possible.

Keep Articles Away

Do not place the battery pack together

with articles such as necklaces or hair-

pins when carrying or storing.

Do Not Disassemble

Do not insert sharp objects into the battery

pack, expose it to bumps or shocks,

deform, disassemble, or modify it.

Do Not Short

Do not short the positive (+) and negative

(-) contacts.

Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct

Sunlight

NOTE

Do not charge, use or leave the battery

pack for extended periods where it will be

exposed to direct sunlight, in a hot place

(in a car on a sunny day, for example), or

in a cold place.

z The battery pack may become warm during

recharging or normal use. This is completely nor-

mal.

z Recharging will not commence if internal tempera-

ture of the battery pack is outside of the allowable

temperature range (0 °C to 55 °C {32 °F to 131

°F}). (Î "Battery Power" in onscreen Reference

Manual) Once the allowable range requirement is

satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that

the recharging time varies based on the usage

conditions. (Recharging takes longer than usual

when the temperature is 10 °C {50 °F} or below.)

z If the temperature is low, the operating time is

shortened. Only use the computer within the

allowable temperature range.

Do not charge the battery using the

methods other than indicated in this

manual

Do not use this computer with a bat-

tery pack other than the one specified

(the one included with the computer or

the specified battery pack sold sepa-

rately)

Do Not Use With Any Other Computer

The battery pack is rechargeable and

was intended for the specified computer.

Do not use it with a computer other than

the one for which it was designed.

z The battery pack is a consumable item. If the

amount of time the computer can be run by using a

particular battery pack becomes dramatically

shorter and repeated recharging does not restore

its performance, the battery pack should be

replaced with a new one.

z When transporting a spare battery inside a pack-

age, briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be

placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts are pro-

tected.

Do Not Put into a Microwave

Do not put the battery pack into a micro-

wave oven or a pressurized chamber.

Stop Using

z Always power off the computer when it is not in

use. Leaving the computer on when the AC adap-

tor is not connected will exhaust the remaining bat-

tery capacity.

Should the battery emit an abnormal

odor, become hot to the touch, become

discolored, change shape, or become in

any way different from normal, remove it

from the computer and stop using it.

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Usage Precautions / About Notations

Usage Precautions

‹When closing the disk cover

z Press down near the drive power/open switch (position of the arrow) to ensure that

the cover is locked.

‹If the computer feels warm while in use

z The computer may become warm as a result of the operation of the CPU and other

internal components. This is not a malfunction.

z Use the following settings to reduce the heat release of these internal components.

• Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options],

and set [Power schemes] to [Portable/Laptop] or [Max Battery].

• If you are using a screen saver that incorporates 3D graphics, switch to a different

screen saver (e.g., [Windows XP] or [Blank]). To change the screen saver, right-

click on the desktop, click [Properties] - [Screen Saver], and click the name of the

desired screen saver.

‹When using at high-temperature locations

z During repeated use at a high-temperature location, processing may slow tempo-

rarily when the computer enters cooling mode to lower its internal temperature.

About Notations

Notations

Meanings

NOTE

NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

CAUTION

Enter

CAUTION indicates a condition that may result in minor or a moderate degree of injury.

This illustration means pressing the Enter key.

This illustration refers to pressing and holding the Fn key, then pressing the F5 key.

When using with the Fn and Ctrl functions interchanged (Î page 31), read with Fn

and Ctrl reversed.

[start] - [Run]

This illustration tells you to click [start], then to click [Run].

This symbol indicates related pages.

z Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual

items on your computer. This should make the explanation easier to understand.

z If a user has logged on to Windows without the Administrator Authority, some func-

tions may not be executable, and some screens may not be displayed as shown in

this manual.

If this happens, log-on to Windows with the Administrator Authority to enable these

functions.

z In this manual, “Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 with

Advanced Security Technologies” is indicated as “Windows” or “Windows XP.”

z In this manual, the following software packages are described as follows:

• "WinDVD™ 5 (OEM Version)" as "WinDVD"

• "B's Recorder GOLD8 BASIC" as "B's Recorder"

• "B's CLiP 6" as "B's CLiP"

z Optional Products or Accessories

Confirm the latest information on optional products or accessories from other

sources.

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How to Use this Manual

Manual Types and Contents

Using the

hard copy

Operating Instructions

(This manual)

This manual explains startup methods and basic operations required

when using the computer for the first time.

The Reference Manual explains functions for you to make greater

use of the computer, such as how to add peripheral devices, how the

Setup Utility works, and other useful information.

Reference Manual

(PDF format)

Using the

onscreen

manual

Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the

battery pack, which is necessary for computing away from your home

or office.

Important Tips

(PDF format)

Windows Help

Windows Help explains operations and functions about Windows.

How to Use the Onscreen Manual

Contents of the

The manual is saved in the computer's hard disk. To view the manual, start up the

computer after completing the settings for "First-time Operation" (Î page 16).

z When the manuals in PDF format (see above) are accessed for the first time, the

License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. If it is displayed, after

reading the agreement, click [Accept].

Reference Manual

z Refer to Acrobat Reader Help to use the Acrobat Reader.

‹How to access the Reference Manual

Click [start] then click [Reference Manual].

‹How to access the Important Tips

Double-click the

icon on the desktop.

Important Tips can also be accessed from [start] - [All Programs] - [Pana-

sonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips].

‹How to access Windows Help

Log on to Windows with the administrator authority and

click [start] - [Help and Support].

NOTE

z If a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator’s authority, it is not

possible to refer to some parts in [Help and Support].

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Names and Functions of Parts

Names

A Speaker

Functions/Reference

z To adjust the volume: Fn

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

z Speaker on/off: Fn

Press a key in combination with the Fn key to execute the function allocated to that

key.Î page 26

B Function Keys

C Keyboard

—

D Touch Pad

Î page 25

When the display is closed and the latch is locked, the computer goes into standby or

hibernation mode. (Î “Standby/Hibernation Functions” in onscreen Reference Manual)

z When the computer is in standby or hibernation mode, open the display to restart

operations.

E Latch

F LEDs

Î page 15

Power Switch/

Slide the switch for about one second to turn the power on.

(Power switch Î page 17 / Power indicator Î page 15)

Power Indicator

To adjust the LCD brightness: Fn+F1 (down) / Fn+F2 (up)

z You can select a different brightness level setting for when the AC adaptor is con-

H Display (Internal LCD)

nected and for when it is not connected.

A Kensington cable can be connected.

For more information, read the manual that comes with cable.

Security Lock

J PC Card Slot

Î “PC Cards” in onscreen Reference Manual

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

Drive

Î page 41, “DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive” in onscreen Reference Manual

z Slide the switch to the right to open the disk cover. This works only when the power

is on.

z Each time you slide the switch to the left, the drive power will turn on or off.

This works only when Windows has started up.

L Drive Power/Open Switch

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Names and Functions of Parts

Names

Functions/Reference

Connect the AC adaptor. Î page 17

DC-IN Jack

Connect the external display cable.

Î “External Display” in onscreen Reference Manual

External Display Port

Connect the USB cable.

Î “USB Devices (External Mouse etc.)” in onscreen Reference Manual

USB Ports

LAN Port

Connect LAN cable.

Î “LAN” in onscreen Reference Manual

Connect modem telephone cable.

Î “Modem” in onscreen Reference Manual

Modem Port

The SD memory card slot on this computer only accepts SD memory cards. It is not

compatible with MultiMedia cards.

SD Memory Card Slot

Î “SD Memory Card” in onscreen Reference Manual

Use only a monaural condenser microphone (miniature jack). Using an input source

other than a monaural condenser microphone may not allow audio to be input or may

damage the equipment.

Microphone Jack

Headphone Jack

Use this jack to connect headphones or amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio output from

the internal speaker is disabled when headphones or external speakers are connected.

Wireless LAN Antenna

(built-in)

This computer has a built-in antenna for wireless LAN communications.

Î “Wireless LAN” in onscreen Reference Manual

A lithium ion battery that

is recyclable powers the

product you have pur-

chased. Please call 1-

800-8-BATTERY for infor-

mation on how to recycle

this battery.

L’appareil que vous vous

êtes procuré est alimenté

par une batterie au

lithium-ion. Pour des

renseignements sur le

recyclage de la batterie,

veuillez composer le 1-

800-8-BATTERY.

J Latch

This latch is locked automatically when inserting the battery pack properly.

This latch is locked manually when inserting/removing the battery pack. Î page 16

Î page 16, “Battery Power” in onscreen Reference Manual

Î page 27

K Latch

L Battery Pack

M RAM Module Slot

N Emergency Hole

Î page 41, “DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive” in onscreen Reference Manual

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Confirm the Status Using the LEDs

Indicators

Indicator Name/Status

NumLk indicator (Ten-key mode)

z This indicator lights green when the

NumLk key is pressed.

Part of the keyboard (see figure below)

will function as a ten-key numeric input.

When the green light is on, part of the

keyboard can be used to input numbers

or calculation functions.

The [Enter] key functions differently

depending on the application. To dis-

able, press the NumLk key once more

(the indicator will turn off).

Indicators

Indicator Name/Status

Power indicator (The brightness of the

power indicator changes in keeping with

the brightness level of the internal LCD.)

z Light off: Power off / Hibernation mode

z Light on: Power on

z When the NumLk indicator is on: the fol-

lowing functions will operate:

z Blinking: Standby mode

ECO

Economy Mode (ECO) indicator

z Not lit: Economy Mode (ECO) disabled

z Green: Economy Mode (ECO) enabled

z Blinking green: Economy Mode (ECO)

enabled (Discharging until the remaining

battery power is 80 % or less)

Battery indicator

z Not lit: Battery pack is not connected or

no charging.

*1*2

z Orange light on/flashing

: Charging in

progress. (If [Battery Charging Indicator]

in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility is

set to [Flashing], the indicator will alter-

nately become lighter and darker

(Flashing)).

z Green : Fully charged.

z Red: The battery level is very low (the

ScrLk indicator (Scroll lock)

charge is approx. 9% or less).

z This indicator lights green when the

ScrLk key are pressed: Scroll lock

functions differently depending on the

application.

z Blinking red : Battery pack or charging

circuit may not be working properly.

*1*2

z Blinking orange

: The battery cannot

be recharged temporarily when the

internal temperature of the battery pack

is outside the acceptable temperature

range for recharging or when software

applications and peripheral devices

(USB devices, etc.) are consuming too

much power.

Hard disk drive indicator

z Lighted: This indicator lights when the

hard disk drive is accessed.

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive indicator

z Not lit: Drive power is off.

z Green: Drive power is on, but the DVD-

ROM & CD-R/RW drive is not accessed.

z Blinking green: Drive power is on, and

the DVD-ROM & CDR/RW drive is

being accessed.

How to switch the drive power on/off:

Î“DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive” in

onscreen Reference Manual

When the AC adaptor is connected

The orange display light has three modes:

on, flashing and blinking. Note the difference

between flashing and blinking.

Caps Lock indicator

z This indicator lights green when the

Caps Lock key is pressed: Subse-

quent non-shifted input is capitalized.

SD memory card indicator

z Lighted: This indicator lights when the

SD memory card is accessed.

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First-time Operation

Explains operating procedures from the time of purchase to the start of first Windows

operations.

Confirm the inclusion of all parts.

Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these

items are missing or is not working properly, contact your technical support

office.

Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT (Î page 54).

Be sure to read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking

the seal on the computer’s packaging.

Turn the computer over and insert the battery pack.

A Slide the left-side latch (A) to the unlock position

B Make sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the

direction of the arrow.

C Slide the left-side latch to the lock position , and then check to ensure

that the battery pack is held firmly.

(Right-side latch is locked automatically.)

CAUTION

z Use only the specified battery pack with your computer. When another battery

pack (CF-VZSU27U) is attached, the battery pack is not charged or discharged,

and the battery indicator blinks red.

z Confirm that the latch is properly locked. If it is not, the battery pack may come

off while you are carrying the computer.

z Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The battery

pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also,

the computer may not operate properly.

z Before using the battery pack, carefully read “Precautions (Battery Pack)”

(Î page 10).

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Open the display.

A Press and hold the latch (B) located at the front.

B Lift open the display.

z Do not open the display wider than necessary (170° or more), and do

not apply excessive pressure to the LCD. Do not open or close the

computer holding the edge of the LCD segment. Hold the C (below)

segment to open or close the computer.

Connect your computer to a power outlet.

z Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use

operation.

z The battery pack will be charged automatically.

Charging Time: Approx. 5 hours (Power off), Approx. 6.5 hours (Power on)

(Varies depending on the usage conditions.)

z When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral

device except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.

CAUTION

Handling the AC adaptor

z Do not subject the AC adaptor to any strong impact.

Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being dropped may result in

electrocution, short circuit, or fire.

z Use only the specified AC adaptor with your computer. Using an AC adaptor

other than the one supplied might damage the battery and/or the computer.

z Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder

and lightning. Since this could adversely affect your computer, an uninterrupt-

ible power source (UPS) is highly recommended unless running from the battery

pack alone.

Turn your computer on.

z Slide the power switch

and hold it for approximately one second until

turns on before releasing it.

the power indicator

CAUTION

z Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds; this will

cause the power to be turned off forcibly.

z Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.

z Do not press any keys or touch the touch pad until [Windows XP Professional

Setup] is displayed.

z Do not change the Setup Utility until completing step 7. If you do so, Windows

setup may not operate properly.

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First-time Operation

Setup Windows.

Moving the cursor or clicking buttons can be performed with the touch pad

(A) and left button (B).

z During operations, it may take some time before the next screen is dis-

played.

Wait, and do not press any keys, or touch the touch pad, etc.

A At [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], click [Next].

B After reading the agreement, click [I accept this agreement], then click

[Next].

z If [I don’t accept this agreement] is selected, the Windows setup will be

aborted.

C Select settings for your region if necessary, then click [Next].

D Enter your name and then click [Next]. (You do not need to enter your

organization.)

Enter your computer name and administrator password and then click [Next].

z "Computer name" is for recognizing this computer when multiple com-

puters are connected via the network.

z Remember this password! This password may be needed to manage

the computer.

z Even if you go on to the next step without setting the password, you

can set the password in the [Control Panel] after Windows setup is

completed. (Î “Security Measures” in onscreen Reference Manual)

F Enter the correct date, time and the time zone, then click [Next].

z Click or to set.

z If set properly, click [Next].

z It may take some time before the computer restarts. Wait, and do not

press any keys, or touch the touch pad, etc.

z After being set automatically, the computer will restart automatically,

and Windows will start.

G Enter your password set in step E and click

z When inputting the password, confirm that character input is not set to

“Caps Lock” or “NumLk.”(Î page 15)

NOTE

z When Windows setup is completed

• The following message will be displayed at the bottom right of the screen:

"Your computer might be at risk." Continue to the next step.

The message is generated by the [Security Center] function in [Control Panel],

and does not indicate an error or malfunction. For more information about

[Security Center]: Î page 39

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Create "User Accounts" to recognize this computer's user.

z If you make mail settings or execute other operations (password reset disk

(Î page 20) etc.) before creating the user account, you will be unable to

use mail history or settings. Create the user account at this time.

A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new

account].

Immediately after Windows setup, the screen may show a display as though [start]

has been clicked (i.e., [All Programs] and other menus may be shown above

[start]).

B Enter a new name for the new account, then click [Next].

(For example: Matsushita)

z The following character strings cannot be used as an account name

because they are already being used by the computer system.

CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL, COM1 - COM9, LPT1 - LPT9

C Click [Create Account].

z When you create the first new account, you can only select [Computer

administrator].

Once a “Computer Administrator” account has been created, you can

create additional limited user accounts.

D Set the password.

z When sharing this computer with multiple users, we recommend set-

ting a password for your own account.

z When setting password, click the account for which you will set the

password, click [Create a password], and input the password following

the onscreen instructions, and click [Create Password].

• Remember the password you have set. It is useful to input a hint in

[password hint] in case you forget your password. In addition, we rec-

ommend that you create a password reset disk beforehand (Î page

20).

If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be operated.

E Click [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Restart] to restart the computer.

F At the Welcome screen, click the created user (user icon) to log-on.

z If the password has been set, enter the password and click . You

cannot operate the computer until the proper password is entered.

Confirm that character input is not set to "Caps Lock" or "NumLk."

(Î page 15)

z Note also that only the added user account will be displayed in the

Welcome screen. The account for the administrator created during

Windows setup will not be displayed.

‹This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.

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First-time Operation

NOTE

z About the Icon Enlarger:

• If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see, after

completing step 8, click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Icon Enlarger].

This will allow you to magnify the display of characters and icons on the

screen. (Î“Icon Enlarger” in onscreen Reference Manual)

• The [Icon Enlarger] can be set separately for each account.

z You can also use [Loupe Utility], which enlarges a part of the screen. (Î“Loupe

Utility” in onscreen Reference Manual)

z To improve the security of the computer, be sure to refer to "Windows Security

Center" (Î page 39) and "Windows Update" (Î page 40).

z If you use the wireless LAN, be sure to refer to "Wireless LAN" (Î page 37).

Changing the Internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Letter

In some cases, the drive letters for the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or connected

devices (SD memory cards, external drives, etc.) may change when the DVD-ROM &

CD-R/RW drive power is turned on or off. To prevent these letters from changing, we

recommend that you allocate the drive letter for the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive from

the latter half of the alphabet (e.g., "L drive").

Note, however, that even if you change the drive letter, this drive letter may still change

if you connect an SD memory card or USB devices after you have turned the DVD-

ROM & CD-R/RW drive power off.

z The drive letter is a single character from A to Z allocated to storage devices

(drives) or network drives by Windows. The drive letter for A Drive, B Drive and C

Drive cannot be changed. You also cannot use a drive letter that is currently being

used by another device, or a drive letter that has already been allocated to a net-

work drive.

z At the time of purchase, the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is D Drive.

z We recommend that you change the drive letter before installing application soft-

ware.

A Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.

B Confirm whether the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive power is on.

If the drive power is off, turn it on.

C Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Optical Disc Drive Letter-Set-

ting Utility].

D Click

in [New drive letter], click the drive letter, and click [OK].

NOTE

z If you have the Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility currently running while

logged on in one account, a different user cannot start it up after logging on in a

different account by using the Fast User Switching function.

Password Reset Function

‹When you have forgotten a Windows log-on password

Windows XP has a function to reset a current password and to set a new password.

To use this function, you need to create a password reset disk beforehand following the

steps below.

A Connect the USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) to your com-

puter. Or insert the SD memory card into the computer's SD memory

card slot.

B Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].

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C Click the account you have logged on, and click [Prevent a forgotten pass-

word] from [Related Tasks] menu.

Create a password reset disk following the onscreen instructions, and

store the password reset disk in a safe place.

z Only the log-on password for each account can be reset. The pass-

word set in the Setup Utility cannot be reset.

Screen Display

The screen displayed first when powering on the computer and logging on to Windows,

is called the “desktop.” (These screens and icons are only examples.)

‹Icons on the desktop

When you double-click icons, the software application will run and the window will

open.

etc.

‹[start] menu

When you click [start], the menu will be displayed.

Select the software application, etc. that you want to use from the menu, and click it.

‹Notification area (see the bottom right on the screen)

z If the icon on the notification area being explained in this manual is hidden and not

displayed, click the

icon to display all icons.

z The notification area icons used in this manual are only examples. The actual dis-

play of the order and types of icons may differ depending on your computer environ-

ment (various function settings, devices connected, etc.).

Icons

Names and roles

Reference

Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile icon

(Use for screen settings)

－

Intel PROSet/Wireless Software icon

page 37

(Turn wireless LAN on/off and use to set wireless LAN

connections)

Wireless LAN icon

(Use to turn on/off the wireless LAN function and to

switch IEEE802.11a between enable/disable.)

Pointing device icon

(Use to make various touch pad settings)

－

Scroll icon

Î"Using the Touch Pad" in onscreen

(Use to make settings and confirm status for the Touch

Pad utility)

Reference Manual

Volume icon

(Set volume)

ÎWindows help

Wireless LAN network connection icon

(Use to set wireless LAN connections)

Î"Wireless LAN" in onscreen

Reference Manual

LAN network connection icon

(Use to set LAN connections)

Î"LAN" in onscreen Reference

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First-time Operation

Icons

Names and roles

Reference

Î"Writing to CDs (B’s Recorder/B’s

CLiP)" in onscreen Reference

Manual

B's CLiP icon

(Use to make various B's CLiP settings)

Drive power icon

(Turn the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive power on/off)

Î"DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive" in

onscreen Reference Manual

Economy Mode (ECO) icon

(Use to confirm the status of the Economy Mode (ECO)

and to switch the mode between enable/disable.)

Î"Battery Power" in onscreen

Reference Manual

Battery meter icon

It is displayed when disconnecting the AC adaptor. (Use

to make various battery settings)

Î"Battery Power" in onscreen

Reference Manual

Windows security icon

(Use to make or confirm security settings)

page 39

Fn key icon

It is only displayed when adding the checkmark for

[Show status on screen] on the [Hotkey Settings]

screen. (Use to confirm whether the Fn key is locked)

Î"Using the Fn Key" in onscreen

Reference Manual

Loupe icon

Î"Loupe Utility" in onscreen

If the characters, images, or other items are too small

and difficult to see on the screen, enlarge the part of the

screen you want to see as if using a loupe.

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Starting Up/Shutting Down

Starting Up

Turn your computer on.

Slide the power switch

and hold it for approximately one second until the

power indicator

turns on before releasing it.

z Do not slide the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds; this

will cause the power to be turned off forcibly.

z While booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator has

turned off.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

• Touching the power switch.

• Performing any keyboard, touch pad, or external mouse operations.

• Closing the display.

• Sliding the drive power/open switch.

z Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.

z Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least ten seconds

before powering it on again.

Log-on to Windows.

After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator

user (user's icon).

has turned off, click the

z Input the password, then click . Until the correct password is entered,

the computer will not operate. Confirm that character input is not set to

“Caps Lock” or “NumLK.” (Î page 15)

z This operation may differ according to [Use the Welcome screen] setting

(Î page 38).

z When only one user has been created and no password has been set, the

screen for selecting the user will not be displayed (automatic log-on).

Select your application.

Run various software applications, etc. and operate them.

NOTE

z The power saving function is factory set, so if no key is pressed or if no device

has been accessed for a certain interval of time:

• The power to the LCD and hard disk may be turned off. The LCD will resume

operation when the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected)

is used or a key is pressed.

The power to the LCD may be turned off even when an application software is

being installed. In this case, because it is conceivable that a selection dialog

box will be shown, do not press the Space key or the Enter key to attempt

to resume from this condition as doing so may trigger a selection, but instead,

press a key unrelated to the direct triggering of a selection, like the Ctrl key.

In addition, when the computer is left alone, it automatically enters the

standby or hibernation mode. The computer will resume by sliding the power

switch. (Î “Standby/Hibernation Functions” in onscreen Reference Manual)

• If there is no disk set in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, the drive power will be

turned off. (Î “DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive” in onscreen Reference Manual)

z When the CPU temperature rises, the computer may not power on to prevent

the CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to cool

down then switch the power on again.

If the computer still does not power on, contact your technical support office.

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Starting Up/Shutting Down

‹If the screen on the left is displayed immediately after

you turn on the power...

A password has been set to ensure the computer's security.

Enter your password and press the Enter key.

z When the correct password is input, the computer will start.

z When three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute, the com-

puter will power off.

Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password).

Shutting Down (power off your computer)

Save necessary data and close each application.

Display the shutdown screen.

Click [start] - [Turn Off Computer].

Click [Turn Off].

Your computer will power off automatically.

z Restarting your computer (without shutting down): click [Restart].

‹To shut down using the keyboard:

A Press the

key, the

key, and select [Turn Off] with the Î Í Ï Ð key.

B Press the Enter key.

CAUTION

z Do not do the following during the shutdown/restart procedure.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

• Touching the power switch.

• Performing any keyboard, touch pad or external mouse operations.

• Closing the display.

• Sliding the drive power/open switch.

NOTE

z When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC cord

from your AC wall outlet. About 1.5 W of power is consumed simply by having

the AC adaptor plugged into an electrical outlet.

z Note that the computer consumes electricity even when the computer power is

off. If the battery pack is fully charged, the battery will fully discharge in Approx.

3 weeks.

‹When you leave the computer or interrupt your work...

If you use the “Standby” or “Hibernation” function, then when you turn on the power

next time, the application software and files you were using before will be displayed,

and you can restart the same operations. (Î “Standby/Hibernation Functions” in

onscreen Reference Manual)

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Using the Touch Pad

Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform computer operations.

A. Work Surface (touch pad) B. Left Button C. Right Button

Function

Operation

Moving the Cursor

Move the tip of your finger lightly over the work

surface.

Tapping/Clicking

tapping

clicking

A right-click: Can only be performed by clicking the right button.

Double-Tapping/

Double-Clicking

double-tapping

double-clicking

Dragging

Two quick taps, but on the second tap leave your finger down

(applying pressure) and move it on the work surface.

While holding down the button, move your finger on the work surface

Vertical Scroll /

Horizontal Scroll

Trace a circle around the touch pad. A setting is required before

using the horizontal scrolling function. (Î “Using the Touch Pad”

in onscreen Reference Manual)

NOTE

z You can change the speed of the double-click or the operations of mouse but-

tons using [Mouse Properties] screen.

• To display [Mouse Properties]:

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].

z When using the touch pad, keep the following in mind.

• By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Do not place any

object or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects, i.e. finger nails,

pencils, or pens on the work surface.

• Try to avoid having any harmful substances, such as oil, come in contact with

the touch pad. The cursor may not work properly in such cases.

‹When the cursor doesn’t move the way you want it to

z Sensitivity when touching the touch pad can be adjusted.

(Î “Using the Touch Pad” in onscreen Reference Manual)

z When an external mouse is connected and the cursor does not operate properly:

In the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable]. When you

want to use the touch pad again, return the setting to [Enable]. (Î page 31)

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Using the Fn Key

If you press a key for a character or symbol contained in a key while

pressing the Fn key, the function for the character or the symbol con-

tained in that key will be executed

z Details of various functions Î “Using the Fn Key” in onscreen Refer-

ence Manual

z When using with the Fn key and the Ctrl key functions inter-

changed. (Î page 31)

Press the Ctrl key instead of the Fn key for the desired Fn function.

(It is not possible to replace the markings on the keys, or the keys

themselves)

Pop-up Window

(Displayed after logging on to

Windows)

Key

Functions

LCD brightness control

Fn+F1 (down) / Fn+F2 (up)

You can select a different brightness level setting for when the

AC adaptor is connected and for when it is not connected.

(At the time of purchase, the LCD brightness is set to be

darker when the AC adaptor is not connected.)

Display change (When the external display is connected)

—

OFF

(MUTE)

Speaker on/off switch

Volume control

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

Forcing the standby function

—

When the battery

pack is inserted in the

computer

(example: when

Economy Mode

(ECO) is disabled)

Remaining capacity of the battery pack

(example: when

Economy Mode

(ECO) is enabled)

When the battery

pack is not inserted in

the computer

F10

Forcing the hibernation function

—

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Expanding Memory

Depending on the computer, you can expand the RAM module (sold separately). The

increase in memory will improve the processing speed of Windows and other applica-

tion software. (Effects may differ depending on your usage conditions.)

z Use recommended RAM module products. Do not use non-recommended RAM

modules. Non-recommended RAM modules may not operate properly, and may

cause damage to your computer. Some non-recommended RAM modules may over-

heat, causing the cover to warp. Refer to "Specifications" (Î page 62) for recom-

mended RAM module specifications. Refer to various sources for recommended

RAM module.

z Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility whatsoever for fail-

ures or damage caused by the use of non-recommended RAM modules, or by

incorrect installation or removal of such RAM modules. Before installing a RAM

module, confirm the product type and the correct installation method.

CAUTION

z RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases

where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected

such RAM modules. When inserting or removing a RAM module, do not touch

the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or

allow foreign particles to enter. Doing so has been known to cause damage, fire

or electric shock.

Inserting / Removing the RAM Module

‹Inserting

Power off your computer. (Î page 24)

z Do not shut down using the standby or hibernation function.

z Disconnect the AC adaptor.

A Turn the computer over and remove the battery pack.

B Remove the screw (A), then hold up the cover (B).

C Pull the cover out.

(Î page 14, (M) in “Names and Functions of Parts”)

z Use the proper size screw driver to insure that the screw does not get

stripped.

3 Insert the RAM module.

A Check direction of a RAM module (C).

Hold the RAM module in the direction that the notch (E) of the RAM

module suits to the protrusion (D) of the slot.

B Place the RAM module lightly in parallel with a slot.

(The gold terminals (F) are visible)

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Expanding Memory

C Insert the module parallel to the slot and press firmly until the gold termi-

nals are no longer visible.

z If the RAM module is difficult to insert, do not force it. Check once more

to ensure that the module is positioned correctly.

z The slot may be damaged if the following procedure is performed with-

out inserting the module firmly.

D Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (G) lock into

place.

z When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open

slightly and will return after locking.

z If the RAM module is difficult to press down, do not force it. Check

once more to ensure that the module is positioned correctly.

Put the cover and battery pack back in place.

A Insert the cover at an angle, then fit it into place.

B Fasten the screw.

C Put the battery pack back in place.

NOTE

z If the RAM module has not been inserted properly, or if a RAM module other

than one matching the specifications has been inserted, a beep will sound and

the message “Extended RAM Module Failed” will be displayed when turning the

power on. In this case, turn the power off, confirm that the RAM module meets

the specifications, and reinsert it.

z Whether the RAM module is properly recognized or not can be confirmed in

[Information] menu of the Setup Utility (Î page 31).

‹Removing

After making the settings in step 1 to 2 of “‹Inserting,” remove the RAM module as fol-

lows.

A Gently open the left and right hooks (H).

The RAM module will be raised at an angle.

B Gently remove the RAM module from the slot.

C Put the cover back in place.

Refer to step 4 of “‹Inserting.”

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Setup Utility

The Setup Utility sets the computer's boot-up operating environment, i.e. passwords,

startup drive, etc. The following six menu items are available:

[Information], [Main], [Advanced], [Security], [Boot], [Exit]

Running the Setup Utility

Turn on or restart the computer.

Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed

soon after the computer begins the startup procedure.

When the password is set, the screen shown at left will be displayed. Enter

your password, and press the Enter key.

When inputting the Supervisor Password

z You can register all items of the Setup Utility.

When inputting the User Password

z On the [Advanced] and the [Boot] menu:

• You can view the settings, but cannot change it.

z On the [Security] menu:

• The following will not be displayed: [Clear registered SD card], [Set

Supervisor Password] and [Hard Disk Lock].

• The following will be displayed, but cannot be set: [Execute-Disable

Bit Capability], [Password on boot], [SD Startup], [SD Setting

Method], [Setup Utility Prompt], [Boot First Menu], and [User Pass-

word Protection].

• The User Password can be changed only when [User Password Pro-

tection] has been set to [No Protection]. The User Password cannot

be deleted.

XXXXXXXXXX

X.XX GHz

X.XXGHz

z On the [Exit] menu:

• [Get Default Values] option will not be displayed.

z The F9 key does not work.

XXX MB

XX GB

XXXXXXXX

X hours

NOTE

z Cannot display the Setup Utility screen in simultaneous display.

By pressing the Fn F3 key, display destinations can be changed either exter-

nal display or the internal LCD.

z When [Password on boot] in the Setup Utility is set to [Disable]:

• When the computer is started up, entering a password is not necessary.

• When the Setup Utility is started up:

The password becomes necessary. This alternative can prevent the contents

of the Setup Utility from being changed.

z If you fail to press the F2 key at the right moment, the Setup Utility will not start

up. In this case, let the computer fully boot up, and then perform a shutdown or

restart from Windows.

z To close the Setup Utility:

A Press the Esc key.

B Select the exiting method from the [Exit] menu and press the Enter key.

C Select [Yes] and then press the Enter key.

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Setup Utility

How to use the screen

A. You can select menu items by moving the cursor with the Í key and the Î

key.

B. If there are several selectable items, you can choose the desired item by

pressing the Ï key and the Ð key. The color of the selected item will

change.

C. You can display the submenu by pressing the Enter key on the item

shown in reverse display.

D. When the submenu is displayed, you can select items by pressing the Ï

key and the Ð key.

E. The keys that can be used for settings are displayed in the Setup Utility

screen.

Key Operations

To display the corresponding "help" file (Press the Ï key or the Ð key to scroll the

help screen one line at a time. Press the F1 key to return to the original screen.)

Esc

To display the [Exit] menu

z Ï Ð

To move among the items (Use these keys when selecting the item.)

z Í Î

To move among the menus (Use these keys when the [Information], [Main],

[Advanced], [Security], [Boot], or [Exit] menu is selected.)

Select previous item (Use this key when changing setting values.)

Select next item (Use this key when changing setting values.)

Enter

To display submenu of each item (Use this key after selecting the item by using the

Ï key or the Ð key. Close the submenu by using the Esc key.)

To set default settings (except the password, System Time and System Date.)

F10

To save the settings and exit

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Information Menu

(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

Language

English

• Select the language for displaying the Setup Utility.

Japanese

Model No.

Serial No.

CPU Type

CPU Speed

BIOS

To display and con-

firm information.

These items cannot

be selected or

changed.

Embedded Controller

System Memory

Primary Master

Optical Drive

• When [CD/DVD Drive Power] has been set to [Off] in [Main] menu, [Power Off] is dis-

played.

Accumulative Operating Time

Main Menu

(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

System Time

[xx:xx:xx]

• Time is shown in 24-hr. style.

• The Tab key can be used to move hour/minute/second. Numerical values can be

adjusted using the F5 key and the F6 key.

System Date

[xx/xx/xxxx]

• Date is shown in order of Month/Day/Year.

• The Tab key can be used to move Month/Day/Year. Numerical values can be adjusted

using the F5 key and the F6 key.

Touch Pad

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to use the touch pad ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]).

Fn/Ctrl Key

Normal

• Select whether to switch the Fn key with the Ctrl key functions, and vice versa on the

internal keyboard.

Replace

• Do not attempt to replace the markings on the keys, or the keys themselves.

Display

External Monitor

Internal LCD

• The display destination in cases where Windows is not running is set here.

• If an external display is not connected, all information will appear on the internal LCD

even if [External Monitor] is selected.

After Windows starts up, the screen is displayed on the display destination set in the fol-

lowing menu.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) GMA Driver for Mobile] -

[Devices]

Display Expansion

Disable

• Select whether to have the display expanded when not using the native screen resolution. Enable

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Setup Utility

(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

Off

CD/DVD Drive Power

• You can set the drive power to [On] or [Off] when the computer is started up.

• When set to [Off]:

• From the next time you start the computer, you will be unable to start up from

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. The disk cover cannot be opened until Win-

dows has started. To start up from the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (give

preference to [USB CDD] (internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive) in the

[Boot] menu), set this to [On].

• If operations are resumed from hibernation mode while a disk is set, it may

take about 20 seconds for operations to resume.

Battery Charging Indicator

On Continuous

Flashing

• Set the battery indicator to turn on or flash while the battery pack is recharging.

Advanced Menu

NOTE

z The [Advanced] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password.

(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

Modem

• Select whether to use the internal modem function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]).

(This does not work for the external modem.)

Disable

Enable

LAN

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to use the internal LAN function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]).

(This does not work for the external LAN card.)

Wireless LAN

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to use the internal wireless LAN function ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]).

(This does not work for the external wireless LAN card.)

Legacy USB Support

Disable

• Select whether to use the function that makes the computer recognize internal DVD-ROM Enable

& CD-R/RW drive, USB keyboard and USB floppy disk ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]) before

starting Windows.

Security Menu

NOTE

z When the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password, only a limited number of items can be displayed

and set. (Î page 29)

z [SD Startup], [SD Setting Method] and [Clear registered SD card] will be displayed only when an SD memory

card has been registered.

z When starting up the computer, if the message [Hard disk access is prohibited “Hard Disk Lock”] appears, start

up the Setup Utility, and reset the details to match the settings when [Hard Disk Lock] was set.

(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

Execute-Disable Bit Capability

Disable

Enable

• When [Execute-Disable Bit Capability] is set to [Enable], it means that this computer sup-

ports hardware-based Data Execution Prevention (DEP). It should usually be set to

[Enable]. DEP is a set of hardware and software technologies that perform additional

checks on memory to help prevent malicious code from running on a system.

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(An underline indicates the factory default settings)

Disable

Password on boot

• Select whether you will need to input ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]) the Supervisor Password

or the User Password on booting.

Enable

SD Startup

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to use an SD memory card instead of entering the password on booting

([Enable]) or not ([Disable]).

• When registered SD memory card, this is set to [Enable].

• Cannot be set when [Password on boot] is set to [Disable].

SD Setting Method

Leave Set

• Select whether to set an SD memory card to [Leave Set] or [Set and Eject] when an SD

memory card is used instead of entering the password.

• This can be set only if [SD Startup] has been set to [Enable].

• Cannot be set when [Password on boot] is set to [Disable].

Set and Eject

Clear registered SD card

To the sub-menu

• Clear the registration from all registered SD memory cards not to be used instead of enter-

ing the password on booting.

Set Supervisor Password

• Set a Supervisor Password if you wish to prevent any unauthorized changes to the Setup

Utility settings, also if you require a password on boot, set [Password on boot] to [Enable]

after you set Supervisor Password.

Setup Utility Prompt

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to display ([Enable]) or not to display ([Disable]) the message “Press F2 for

Setup/F12 for LAN” shown on the bottom of the [Panasonic] boot screen that is displayed

after starting this computer.

Boot First Menu

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to display “Boot Menu” ([Enable]) or not ([Disable]). (Î page 34).

Hard Disk Lock

Disable

Enable

• Select whether to enable ([Enable]) or disable ([Disable]) the [Hard Disk Lock].

• This function will not work without the Supervisor Password being set.

User Password Protection

No Protection

Protected

• Select whether to permit changing the User Password ([Protected]) or not ([No Protec-

tion]).

Set User Password

To the sub-menu

• Set User Password when multiple users use this computer, etc.

For example, when the system administrator sets Supervisor Password and User Pass-

word and lets other users know only the User Password, other users cannot change some

of the settings in Setup Utility.

• This function will not work without the Supervisor Password being set.

Boot Menu

In the [Boot] menu, the names of the connected devices (including internal devices) will be displayed.

"USB CDD: MATSHITA UJDA7XX XXXX" is the internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

To move a device up by one, select the device in [Boot priority order] using the Ï or Ð key, and press the F6 key.

To move a device down by one, select the device in [Boot priority order] using the Ï or Ð key, and press the F5 key.

z Panasonic USB floppy disk drive (CF-VFDU03 (optional)) can be used for startup (recommended).

z To return the startup order to the default settings, press the

key.

(The order of default settings is: USB FDD->IDE HDD->USB CDD->PCI LAN)

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Setup Utility

z To move a device from [Excluded from

boot order] to [Boot priority order] (or vice

versa):

Select the device using the Ï or Ð key,

and press the

key. The device you have

moved will appear at the end of the list

when moving a device from [Excluded

from boot order] to [Boot priority order].

Set the boot order as required.

NOTE

z When starting up from the internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, confirm the following settings.

• [CD/DVD Drive Power] is [On] in the [Main] menu.

• [Legacy USB Support] is [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

The computer cannot be booted from the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive if the above settings are [Off] or [Disable].

z When starting up from a device connected by a USB port

• Check to make sure that [Legacy USB Support] is [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

z The [Boot] menu cannot be changed when the Setup Utility is started up with the User Password.

z If more than one of the same device is connected, only one device name will be displayed.

z Boot Menu

The device for starting up the operating system can also be selected during computer start-up. After the computer

is turned on and the Esc key is pressed at [Panasonic] boot screen, [Boot Menu] (the device selection screen) will

appear. When the [Boot Menu] setting is changed, the selection screen display will also change. [Boot Menu] is

displayed only when [Boot First Menu] in the [Security] menu is set to [Enable].

z The computer cannot be booted from devices listed in [Excluded from boot order]. For this reason, the order of pri-

ority cannot be changed in this list.

z Bootable CD created using the B’s Recorder in the CF-W2 and CF-Y2 series cannot be used on this computer. If

you want to share bootable CD with those series, create a new bootable CD.

z This computer does not support startup operations from CD/DVD drives other than the internal DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drive.

Exit Menu

Save Values & Exit

Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS.

Exit Without Saving Changes Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS.

Get Default Values

Set the Setup Utility to the default settings.

• This item is not displayed when starting up the Setup Utility with the User Password.

Load Previous Values

Save Current Values

Load previous values from CMOS for all Setup items.

Save your changes to CMOS.

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Usage/Handling/Maintenance

Usage Environment

z Place the computer on a flat stable surface.

Do not place the computer upright or allow it to tip over. When the computer

receives extremely strong shock after falling, the hard disk may become inoperable.

z Operation:Temperature: 5°C to 35°C {41°F to 95°F}

Humidity:

z Storage: Temperature: -20°C to 60°C {-4°F to 140°F}

Humidity: 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)

30% to 80% RH (No condensation)

• Even within the temperature and humidity ranges noted above, using the com-

puter for long periods of time in an environment with exceptionally low or high

temperatures or high humidity may result in deterioration of the product, which

can lead to a reduction in product life.

z Keep the computer clear of electromagnetic cards and objects that emit electromagnetic

waves.

• Do not place the computer near magnets, electromagnetic bracelets, or other mag-

netic fields.

• This computer uses a magnet in the position marked with a circle in the diagram

on the left. Do not place a magnetic card or other magnetic field in contact with

the computer.

Handling

‹We recommend the following:

z Preparing a spare battery pack (sold separately).

z Making backup copies on SD memory cards, etc.

‹When Carrying the computer, be sure to keep to the fol-

lowing:

z Turn off the computer.

z Remove all external devices, cables, PC Cards protruding from the computer (see

figure A), and SD memory cards before transporting the computer.

z Close the display, and ensure that the latch (Î page 13) is positioned correctly in

the slot.

Do not carry the computer by gripping the display or the cabinet around the display

(see figure B).

z Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.

z When taking an airplane

• Always carry your computer and disks, etc with you. Never check it in with lug-

gage.

• Before using the computer inside an airplane, we recommend asking the airlines

regarding their policy on this issue.

z When transporting a spare battery pack (sold separately) inside a package, brief-

case, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a plastic bag in order to protect its

contacts.

z If the computer is being carried in a soft bag when the battery pack has been

removed, be careful to avoid undue pressure on the body of the computer in a

crowded place, etc., as this may result in damage to the LCD.

Maintenance

z Care of the display / touch pad:

Wipe lightly with a gauze or other dry, soft cloth.

z When the touch pad or other area other than the screen becomes dirty: wet a soft

cloth with water or a diluted kitchen cleanser (neutral), wring the cloth out thor-

oughly, and wipe the dirty area gently. Using a detergent other than a neutral

kitchen cleanser (e.g., a weak alkali cleanser) may adversely affect painted sur-

faces.

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Usage/Handling/Maintenance

CAUTION

z Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect

the surface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available

household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to

the surface.

z Do not directly add or spray water or detergent onto the computer. If liquid

enters the inside of the computer, it may cause it to work improperly or be dam-

aged.

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Wireless LAN

Precautions

‹Do not use wireless LAN on airplanes, in hospitals, or

in other locations where wireless LAN signals may

affect the operation of devices in the vicinity

z Abide by instructions regarding use in airplanes and hospitals.

z If you intend to use the computer in the environments described above, turn off the

wireless LAN power. (below)

‹Prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard

disk via a wireless LAN

z When using the wireless LAN function, there is a danger that data may be stolen

from the hard disk, or that shared files may be accessed. If you plan to use wireless

LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate

security settings, such as for encryption.

Turning on/off the Wireless LAN Function

Turn on/off the wireless LAN function using Intel^®PROSet/Wireless Software.

NOTE

z Before using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless LAN on.

z After turning the wireless LAN on or off, it may take some time before the [Intel

PROSet/Wireless] screen display is renewed.

Double-click the

icon (when the wireless LAN is on) or

the icon (when the wireless LAN is off) on the notifica-

tion area or click [start] - [All Programs] - [Intel PROSet

Wireless] - [Intel PROSet Wireless].

Click T and click [Wireless On] or [Wireless Off].

Enable/Disable Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a

In some countries, communication using IEEE802.11a (5 GHz wireless LAN) standard

is restricted by law. Comply with the laws in the country concerned. (Î page 3)

Click the

icon (when the wireless LAN is on) or the

icon (when the wireless LAN is off) on the notification area.

To disable IEEE802.11a:

z Click [802.11a Disabled].

To enable IEEE802.11a:

z Click [802.11a Enabled].

Even when IEEE802.11a is enabled or disabled,

change.

will not

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Windows/Antivirus Protection

Windows

Depending on the settings in Windows, installed applications, drivers, menus and other

displays may be inoperable.

In some cases, certain functions, such as the password reset disk (Î page 20), may

not operate. In this case, refer to the items below, and the applied items from the prob-

lem-solving section of this manual and onscreen Reference Manual, Windows Help

(Î page 12), and the software application and driver’s operating instructions, etc.

Change the Way Users Log on or off

If the checkmark is added for [Use the Welcome screen] or [Use Fast User Switching]

in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Change the way users log on or off], the

operation differs as follows.

‹Use the Welcome screen

The operations when starting up or shutting down Windows differ depending on

whether this item has a checkmark or not.

• At the time of purchase, it is set with the checkmark added.

• When [Use when logging on to Windows] is set in [SD Card Setup] (Î “SD Mem-

ory Card Security Function” in the onscreen Reference Manual), the Welcome

screen cannot be used.

‹Use Fast User Switching

When adding the checkmark for this setting, you can change to another user without

logging on again when multiple users use the computer.

This manual explains the procedure for cases where the checkmark is added.

In the following case, Fast User Switching cannot be used.

z When the checkmark is not added for [Use the Welcome screen]

z When joining the network domain

z When the [Use when logging on to Windows] is set in [SD Card Setup] (Î “SD

Memory Card Security Function” in the onscreen Reference Manual)

Depending on the software application, the computer may not work properly if this func-

tion is used.

When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, it may not be

possible to set the display settings. In this case, log-off all users, and retry the opera-

tion.

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Security Center/Antivirus Protection

Use the Windows Security Center function to protect Windows from damage by com-

puter viruses, etc.

Windows Security Center

z What is Windows Security Center?

The Windows Security Center allows centralized management of Windows security

information, and monitors antivirus measures and other Windows security settings

to ensure optimum safety.

Use the Windows Security Center function to protect your computer from damage

by viruses, etc.

Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Security Center] to display the current settings for the

following security functions.

• Windows Firewall

A security system for protecting the computer from unauthorized access via the

Internet or other external networks.

The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the net-

work, so that only approved data can pass through.

At the time of purchase, the Windows Firewall is set to be enabled.

• Automatic Updates

If your computer is connected to the Internet, this function regularly checks

whether security updates and other important updates for Windows have been

made available, and automatically installs these updates in their latest conditions.

• Virus Protection

This function regularly checks whether antivirus software has been installed in the

computer, and whether the version of that software is the latest version available.

NOTE

z Some network-related software and some online network games do not operate

normally if the Windows Firewall is enabled. Ask the software manufacturer

about the Windows Firewall in the case of using such software.

z For further details on the Windows Firewall, see the help displayed by the fol-

lowing methods:

A Click [start] - [Help and Support] and input [Windows Firewall] into [Search].

B Click [Windows Firewall overview].

If the message "Your computer might be at risk" is displayed

Read the message, click the

(red) on the notification area, and make the appropri-

ate settings.

This message, which the Windows Security Center displays to confirm the security-

related settings regularly, will be displayed until the settings are made more properly.

NOTE

z This message does not indicate an error. You can use the computer while the

message is displayed. However, in order to operate the computer more safely,

we recommend making the appropriate measures to reduce damage from virus

and other attacks, thus avoiding the appearance of this message.

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Windows/Antivirus Protection

The Pop-up Blocker

In Windows XP, security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web con-

tents.

One of these is the "Pop-up Blocker," which may prevent some Web pages from being

displayed.

Computer Viruses

Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software

and use them regularly.

We recommend you run the software:

z When booting your computer.

z After receiving data.

We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources, such

as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress

them before running a check).

For Data Execution Prevention (DEP), you can make one of the settings in the follow-

ing menu.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Advanced] -

[Settings] (in [Performance]) - [Data Execution Prevention].

When Data Execution Prevention (DEP) is enabled, application software that is not

compatible with this function may not operate properly.

If a problem occurs, check with the software manufacturer to determine whether the

application software is compatible with DEP.

For more information, refer to Windows help.

Windows Update

You can use the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following

menus.

Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a

driver update is required, contact your technical support office.

[start] - [All Programs] - [Windows Update].

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Using CD/DVD

‹Before using the drive

z Do not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to excessive smoke that may leave

a residue, e.g. oil smoke, or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the

drive lens.

‹About opening or closing the disk cover/cleaning the

drive lens

z When the computer is on, be sure to use the drive power/open switch on the front

right of the computer or perform the ejecting operation through Windows.

When using B’s CLiP, operations may differ depending on conditions. Refer to “Writ-

ing to CDs (B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP)” in onscreen Reference Manual.

z To remove a disk when the disk cover cannot be opened or when the computer is

powered off, insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip, or the tip of

a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole (A), and move in the direction of the arrow.

z Be careful not to do any of the following when the disk cover is open:

• Do not close the display.

Be sure to close the display only after confirming the disk cover is closed. If the

disk cover is open, the LCD may become damaged.

• Never insert foreign objects such as paper clips into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

drive.

This could cause it to malfunction.

z The disk cover can be opened up to an angle of 80 degrees. Do not force the cover

open any further.

If a hand or other object touches the disk cover and accidentally opens it wider than

80 degrees, pull it forward slowly until the stopper holds the cover in its proper posi-

tion.

z Do not leave the disk cover in the open position or touch the lens.

Over time, dust may build up on the lens, or on a disk. This may result in a read or

write malfunction.

z Insert the disk securely. If the disk cover is closed without inserting the disk securely,

it may become damaged.

z Do not access the drive until after the disk cover is closed and the DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drive indicator is off.

z We recommend cleaning the drive lens (B) with an air puffer used for camera lenses

(Do not use any spray lens cleaning products.)

‹Internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive connection inter-

face

z The internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive uses a USB connection. When removing

PC Cards, SD memory cards, or other USB devices, the internal DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drive is displayed as one of the [USB Mass Storage Device]. The internal

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive cannot be removed, so do not select [Stop].

‹While the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being

accessed

z Do not open the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or move the computer while the DVD-

ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed.

Doing so could cause the disk to shift position, which may damage the disk, or

cause the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to malfunction.

After running an application involving access to a disk, do not open the DVD-ROM &

CD-R/RW drive until after the application has been closed.

z Do not apply excessive force on the disk cover.

z Do not operate the drive power/open switch.

z Do not shock the computer by removing or inserting cables and cards, etc. This may

result in a read or write malfunction.

‹About recognition of media

z It may take about 30 - 40 seconds for an image recorded to a rewritable media to be

played back.

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Use of Peripheral Devices/Internal Hard Disk

When Using Peripheral Devices

Pay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer, peripheral

devices, cables, etc.

Also, in addition to following this manual and the onscreen Reference Manual, carefully

read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.

z Use only peripheral devices that conform to the computer’s specifications.

z Connect the devices properly, paying close attention to the condition and position of

the connectors.

z If a connection cannot be made easily, do not apply undue force; check once more

to confirm the condition and position of the connector (alignment of pins, etc.).

z If the connector has holding screws, fasten the screws firmly.

z Do not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables force-

fully.

Internal Hard Disk

To Protect Data

Keep the following.

z Do not expose your computer to shock.

Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make

your software applications, and data unusable.

z Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or

hard disk drive indicator

is on.

Properly shut Windows down from the [start] menu to avoid problems. (Î page 24)

z Do not place the computer close to objects that emit electromagnetic waves

(magnets, electromagnetic bracelets, etc.).

The data saved on the hard disk may be erased.

z Important data in the hard disk should be backed up regularly (e.g., in case of

failures, unexpected data updates, erasure, etc.).

Regular backups are recommended as a means of minimizing damages in the

event of trouble.

z Use the security function for all important data.

(Î “Security Measures” and “SD Memory Card Security Function” in onscreen Ref-

erence Manual)

NOTE

z You may hear a mechanical “click” shortly after the hard disk indicator has

turned off when there has been no input from a key or device operation, when

the computer enters the standby or hibernation mode, or when Windows is shut

down. This is the sound of the head shifting positions, to reduce power con-

sumption or to protect the hard disk from shocks. This sound does not indicate a

malfunction.

When Changing Hard Disk Partitions

z During reinstallation, you can divide the hard disk space into two partitions by exe-

cuting: [Make two partitions, for the operating system and data, and reinstall Win-

dows to the operating system partition].

Confirm the minimum partition size required for the OS by checking the screen dur-

ing the reinstallation.

If you want to create three or more partitions, after creating an OS partition and a

data partition during the reinstallation, start up Windows, erase the second partition

once using [Disk Management], and then create the partitions in the open space.

z When using the hard disk backup function, divide the hard disk into partitions when

backup area is created (Î page 56). If you divide the hard disk into partitions before

creating the backup area, the backup area cannot be created.

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List of Error Codes

When turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions

shown below.

If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact your technical support

office.

Error Code/Message

0211: Keyboard error

Action

z If an external keyboard or mouse is connected, disconnect these devices.

0251: System CMOS checksum

bad - Default configuration used

An error has occurred in the memory that stores the Setup Utility settings. This

error occurs when the memory content is changed through some inadvertent

operation by a program or other function.

z Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to

the appropriate values as needed.(Î page 29)

z If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced.

Contact your technical support office.

0271: Check date and time set-

tings

The date and time setting are incorrect.

z Set the date and time correctly in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility.

(Î page 31)

z If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced.

Contact your technical support office.

0280: Previous boot incomplete - Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to

Default configuration used

their default values, and the computer has been booted.

z Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to

the appropriate values as needed.(Î page 29)

Press <F2> to Setup

z Write down the error details and press the F2 key to run the Setup Utility. Con-

firm the settings, and change the settings to the appropriate values as

needed.(Î page 29)

Operating System not found

The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are

trying to boot from.

z If the computer cannot be booted from the floppy disk, check the floppy disk

drive to ensure that the disk is in fact bootable, and use another bootable disk

if not.

z If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk, confirm whether the hard

disk is properly recognized in the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.

(Î page 31)

• If the hard disk is recognized (“xx GB” is displayed), perform the reinstal-

lation procedure.

• If the hard disk is not recognized (“none” is displayed), contact your

technical support office.

z If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the

Setup Utility and set [Legacy USB Support] in the [Advanced] menu to [Dis-

able]. (Î page 32)

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Dealing with Problems (Summary)

When a problem occurs, refer to this page. The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information. If a problem

appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the

problem, contact Panasonic technical support office. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s

usage status. (Î “Dealing with Problems” in onscreen Reference Manual)

‹Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode

The computer does not power on/

The battery indicator is not lit

z Check that the AC adaptor or a fully-charged battery pack is correctly con-

nected.

z Reconnect the AC adaptor or battery pack.

z Check that the battery pack latch (the manually operated latch for locking or

unlocking) is in the locked position ( ), and is firmly locked in position.

z If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module

and turn on the computer again. If the computer turns on when the RAM

module is removed, there may be a problem with the RAM module.

• Power off your computer, check that the RAM module is the recom-

mended module, and insert it correctly.

• Confirm the specifications for the RAM module.

For details regarding the RAM module, refer to "Expanding Memory"

(Î page 27) or "Specifications" (Î page 62).

The computer does not start up

z If there is a peripheral connected, remove the peripheral.

• If there are USB devices connected, set [Legacy USB Support] to [Dis-

able] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

• If the computer starts when the peripheral is removed, there may be a

problem with the peripheral. Consult the peripheral manufacturer.

z Using the following procedure, start up in Safe Mode, and check the error

details.

A Turn on the computer, and when the [Panasonic] boot screen

disappears (after entering the password if one is set) hold

down the F8 key.

B Release the key when the Windows Advanced Options Menu

appears, and with the Ï key or the Ð key, select [Safe Mode],

then press the Enter key.

Follow the onscreen instructions.

Supervisor Password or User Password set with the Setup Utility

z When the power indicator is lit, after sliding the power switch for at least

four seconds to turn off, turn on again.

z Restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values.

z If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module

and turn on the computer again. Refer to item 4 in "The computer does not

power on/The battery indicator is not lit" above.

There is a beep sound, and either

"Extended RAM Module Failed" or

"Standard RAM Failed" appears

z If "Extended RAM Module Failed" appears, the RAM module is not correctly

inserted. Turn off the computer, check that the RAM module is a recom-

mended module, then insert it correctly.

z If "Standard RAM Failed" appears, contact your technical support office.

Cannot log on to Windows with the

SD memory card

z Since the Windows user name and password are not set correctly on the

SD memory card, log on from the SD memory card is not possible.

Enter the Windows user name and password without using the SD memory

card.

After logging on to Windows, set the same user name and the password on

the SD memory card and Windows, using the following operation:

• Change the setting of the SD memory card side by [SD Card Setup]

For how to make the change, refer to "SD Memory Card Security Function"

in onscreen Reference Manual.

[Executing Battery Recalibration]

screen is displayed

z When Windows is shut down during the Battery Recalibration procedure, if

you select [Cancel] in the [End Program] screen, Windows shutdown is

aborted. In this case, Battery Recalibration will begin the next time the com-

puter is started. To start up Windows, turn off the computer by sliding the

power switch, and then turn it back on again.

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‹Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode

Cannot boot from internal DVD-

ROM & CD-R/RW drive

z Check to make sure that the bootable CD is set properly.

z Run the Setup Utility, and confirm the following settings.

• [Legacy USB Support] is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

• [CD/DVD Drive Power] is set to [On] in the [Main] menu.

• [USB CDD] is the first device shown in [Boot priority order] in the [Boot]

menu.

z Bootable CD created using B’s Recorder in the CF-W2 and CF-Y2 series

cannot be used on this computer. If you want to share bootable CD with

those series, create a new bootable CD.

z When an external CD/DVD drive is connected, you cannot boot from the

internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

"Remove disks or other media.

Press any key to restart" is displayed

z Check whether a floppy disk not allowing system booting is inserted in the

floppy disk drive. If it is inserted, remove, then press any key.

z If a USB device is connected, remove the USB device, or set [Legacy USB

Support] to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

z If after all the checks, the same message still appears, there may be a prob-

lem with the hard disk.

Perform the reinstallation procedure and return the hard disk to its condition

at the time of purchase. (Î page 50)

Windows startup is slow

z Restore the Setup Utility's settings to their default values.

z If you install resident software after purchasing this computer, disable the

resident software.

z This problem may be eliminated by adding more memory.

The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this operation

may not cause the processing speed to increase.

The computer does not enter

standby or hibernation mode

z If a peripheral is connected, first remove the peripheral, then enter the

standby or hibernation mode. If this still fails to enter standby or hibernation

mode, restart the computer.

z It may take a minute or two to enter standby or hibernation mode. Wait for a

moment.

z The computer may not enter standby mode properly and seems to be fro-

zen in the mode that the computer is communicating via the modem. When

you cannot execute operations, slide the power switch for four seconds or

more to forcibly turn your computer off.

z When the internal LCD is closed, the computer may not enter system

standby or system hibernation mode.^*2

In order to activate standby or hibernation, set [Touch Pad] to [Disable] in

the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility.

Functions that cause the computer to automatically enter standby or hibernation

mode after a certain time interval has passed.

z At the time of purchase, the computer is set so that the computer cannot

enter standby or hibernation mode if a disk formatted with B’s CLiP is

inserted into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (while the

played on the notification area).

icon is dis-

Right-click the

icon and click [Eject] to remove the disk.

The computer does not resume from z One of the following operations may have been carried out.

standby or hibernation mode

• In standby mode, the AC adaptor or battery pack was disconnected, or a

peripheral was connected or disconnected.

• The power switch was slid for four seconds or more to forcibly turn off the

computer.

Slide the power switch to turn on the computer. Data not saved is lost.

z If the [CD/DVD Drive Power] is set to [Off] in the [Main] menu of the Setup

Utility, it may take about few seconds to resume from hibernation mode

while a disk is set in the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive. Wait for a moment.

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Dealing with Problems (Summary)

‹Problems with Starting Up, Shutting Down, and Standby and Hibernation Mode

The computer does not power off

(Windows does not shut down)

z If a peripheral is connected, disconnect it, and then shut down.

If it is possible to shut down when the peripheral is disconnected, then there

may be a problem with the peripheral. Consult the peripheral manufacturer.

z Also check the items in "No response". (Î page 48)

z If it is no longer possible to shut down Windows after installing application

software, click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs], and

remove the installed application.

If it is possible to shut down when the application is removed, then consult

the application software manufacturer.

z Check a disk error using the following procedure:

A Click [start] - [My Computer], right-click [Local Disk (C:)] and

click [Properties].

B Click [Tools] - [Check Now].

C In [Check disk options], add the checkmark for [Automatically fix

file system errors] and [Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sec-

tors], and click [Start].

The time taken to check the disk depends on the settings in

[Check disk options].

If the disk check does not solve the problem, perform the reinstalla-

tion procedure and return the hard disk to its condition at the time of

purchase. (Î page 50)

‹Problems with Passwords and Messages

Even after entering the password,

[Type your password] is displayed

again

z The computer may be in “ten-key” mode.

If lights up, press the NumLk key to disable the ten-key mode, and then

input (Î page 15).

z The computer may be in Caps Lock mode.

lights up, press the Caps Lock key to disable the Caps Lock mode,

and then input (Î page 15).

[Enter Password] is displayed

z Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it,

contact your technical support office.

When resuming from the standby or z Even when a password has been set in the [Security] menu of the Setup

hibernation mode, [Enter Password]

does not appear

Utility, and [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] does not

appear when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.

Set the Windows password with the following procedure, and make input of

the Windows password required.

A Click the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User

Accounts] and set the password.

B Add the checkmark for [Prompt for password when computer

resumes from standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and

Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].

When the administrator password is z Check whether you have created a password reset disk.

forgotten

• If you have:

A message is displayed when you fail to correctly enter the password.

Follow the message's instructions and set the password again.

• If you have not:

Perform the reinstallation procedure and return the hard disk to its condi-

tion at the time of purchase, then set up Windows and reset the pass-

word.

Windows does not start up and num- z This is a system startup error. Refer to "List of Error Codes" (Î page 43)

bers or messages appear

z If “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart” is displayed:

Î page 45

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‹Problems with Display

Screen is too dark or becomes

darker

z Press the Fn+F2 key. This makes the screen lighter.

z If the screen becomes darker after disconnecting the AC adaptor:

The computer has different set brightness levels for when the AC adaptor is

connected and for when it is not connected. If you press the Fn+F2 key to

increase the brightness when the AC adaptor is not connected, this bright-

ness is maintained, and determines the brightness next time the AC adap-

tor is disconnected.

(Making the screen lighter shortens the battery operating time.)

An afterimage appears (e.g., the key z If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may

green, red, and blue dots remain on

the display) or there are dots not dis-

playing the correct colors

appear. This is not a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a dif-

ferent screen is displayed.

z High-precision and advanced technologies are used in the production of

color liquid crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the

picture’s elements either fail to light or remain constantly lit (that means that

more than 99.998% of the elements are functioning properly), this is not

considered a defect.

Nothing is displayed on the screen

z Check if the power-saving mode is active.

• If the power indicator is lit:

The display is turned off. Press a key with no independent effect, such as

the Ctrl key or the Shift key.

Do not use a key that may make a selection (Enter

, numeric keys, and so on).

• If the power indicator is blinking or is not lit:

Space

Esc

The standby mode or hibernation mode is entered. Slide the power

switch.

z The display destination may be set to the external display.

Try changing the display destination by pressing the Fn

If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing the

F3 key, make sure that the display destination has switched com-

pletely each time before pressing the Fn F3 key again.

+F3 key.

z The screen may become darker. Press the Fn+F2 key to make the screen

lighter.

The screen becomes disordered

z The screen display may become distorted if the resolution or number of col-

ors is changed, or if an external display is connected or disconnected while

the computer is operating. Restart the computer.

Switching between internal and

external displays does not work

z The display destination cannot be switched while a video such as an MPEG

file and a DVD Video are playing. Stop playing the video before switching

the display destination.

A blue background appears on the

screen with the MPEG image or

DVD Video

z Did you open the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or remove the disk while it

was operating?

Insert the removed disk, and close the disk cover.

The LCD brightness changes a few z If [Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology] is active, the LCD brightness

times when the AC adaptor is dis-

connected

changes automatically. (Î "Computing on the Road" in onscreen Refer-

ence Manual).

Image colors are not reproduced as z We recommend removing the checkmark from [Intel(R) Display Power Sav-

expected when displaying photo-

graphs or other images

ing Technology]. (Î "Computing on the Road" in onscreen Reference Man-

ual).

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Dealing with Problems (Summary)

‹Problems with Display

Nothing appears on the external dis- z Check that the external display cables are correctly connected.

play, or the display is not correct

z Check that the external display is turned on.

z Check that the external display settings are correct.

z When an external display not compatible with the power-saving mode is

used with the computer, the display may not function correctly when the

computer enters the power-saving mode. In this case, turn on the external

display again.

However, in the case of some external displays, the screen display may be

distorted or the mouse cursor may not be properly displayed depending on

the settings. In this case, try setting the number of colors, screen area (res-

olution), and refresh rate to smaller values.

To use both the external display and z Connect the external display, then press the Fn

the internal LCD play.

F3 key to switch the dis-

If this does not switch the display, use the following procedure.

A Click [start] - [Control Panel], from the [See Also] area click

[Other Control Panel Options], then click [Intel(R) GMA Driver

for Mobile] - [Devices].

B Click the display destination, and click [OK].

• When the screen is displayed to a simultaneous display:

[Intel(R) Dual Display Clone]

• When Extended Desktop mode is set: [Extended Desktop]

z When [Command Prompt] is set to "Full Screen" by pressing the Alt

Enter key, the screen is displayed on one of the displays only. Press the

Enter key to return to the window display.

Alt

z Simultaneous display cannot be used until Windows startup is complete

(during Setup Utility, etc.).

‹Problems with Operation during Use

Some applications may not work

properly

z When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function,

the following problems may occur:

• Some applications may not work properly.

• Key combination with the Fn key may not work.

• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.

• The wireless LAN cannot be used.

• The B’s CLiP icon will no longer be shown on the notification area and

CD-RW disk cannot be written.

In this case, log off all users without using Fast User Switching function,

and try the operation once more. If the problem persists, restart the com-

puter.

z Some software applications installed after the time of purchase are not

compatible with Windows XP Service Pack 2. Refer to software maker’s

homepage or other sources.

No response

z Is there an input screen (e.g., password input screen at startup) hidden

behind another window? Use the Alt+Tab key to check for other windows

being displayed.

z Press the Ctrl+Shift+Esc key to open Task Manager and close the soft-

ware application which is not responding.

z After sliding the power switch for at least four seconds to turn off the com-

puter, turn on again.

If Windows runs correctly, but the application software does not start, click

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs] and remove the failing

application software, then reinstall the application software.

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‹Problems with Battery

The battery indicator is lights red

z The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).

z Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the indicator light

is orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off

your computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one,

turn your computer on again.

The battery indicator is blinking

z If blinking red:

Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery

pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the prob-

lem persists, contact your technical support office. The battery pack or

charging circuit may be defective.

z If blinking orange:

• Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal tempera-

ture of the battery pack is outside the acceptable temperature range for

recharging. Your computer can be used normally in this state. Once the

range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.

• Software applications and peripheral devices (USB devices, etc.) are con-

suming too much power. Exit the software applications currently running.

Once the range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.

The battery indicator is flashing

z The battery is recharging.

If [Battery Charging Indicator] in [Main] menu of the Setup Utility is set to

[Flashing], the indicator will alternately become lighter and darker.

‹Problems with Onscreen Reference Manual

The Reference Manual is not dis-

played

z Is Adobe Reader installed?

If you have uninstalled Adobe Reader, install using the following proce-

dures.

A Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.

B Click [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\reader\AdbeRdr70_enu_full.exe],

then click [OK].

Install Adobe Reader by following the instructions on the screen.

C Update Adobe Reader to its latest version.

If your computer is connected to the Internet, start up Adobe

Reader and click [Help] - [Check for updates now...].

‹Reinstalling B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP

When reinstalling, you will be asked z Input the following serial number.

for a serial number

B’s Recorder:

B’s CLiP:

Can’t write to the disk, even though z Did you open the disk cover forcefully in standby mode to set the disk?

a disk formatted with B's CLiP has

been set

If you did, slide the drive power/open switch to the left to turn the DVD-ROM

& CD-R/RW drive power off, and then turn the power on again.

‹Problems with Expanding Memory

You do not know the available RAM Î page 62

module

To check if the additional RAM mod- z If the installation is successful, the main memory and total RAM module

ule has been installed successfully

size appears in the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.

z If the RAM module is not confirmed:

• Turn the computer off and reinsert the RAM module.

• Confirm the recommended specifications.

Regarding the RAM module, refer to “Expanding Memory" or "Specifica-

tions."

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Reinstalling Software

When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up data on

your hard disk to another media or to an external hard disk before running the reinstallation procedure.

The reinstallation procedure will return the computer to its original condition.

z If you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstallation

procedure.

z Even if reinstallation is executed, the number of times that the DVD video region code can be set will not be

returned to the state set at the time of purchase.

‹What is “Reinstallation”?

Reinstallation refers to formatting the hard disk, and reinstalling Windows.

‹When is “Reinstallation” necessary?

z When Windows does not start up, or when Windows operation is unstable and can-

not be recovered.

z When using the hard disk with two partitions.

Before Reinstallation

‹Preparing

z You will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included).

‹Confirm the following

z Remove all peripherals and SD memory cards.

Especially, when a USB floppy disk drive or a USB CD/DVD drive is connected, the

reinstallation does not operate properly. Remove them.

‹Reinstallation Procedure

Change the settings in the Setup Utility.

Use the Product Recovery DVD-ROM to execute reinstallation. (About 20 minutes)

Return the Setup Utility settings to their default values.

Setup Windows.

Change the settings in the Setup Utility. (Only when necessary)

If you can connect to the Internet, perform Windows Update.

(Î “To Update this Computer to its Latest Version” in onscreen Reference Manual)

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Reinstalling

Connect the AC adaptor.

Do not interrupt the reinstallation procedure before completion, for example

by turning off the computer or pressing the Ctrl

may prevent Windows from starting up, or may cause data to be lost so that

Alt Del key, as this

the reinstallation procedure cannot be executed.

Change the settings in the Setup Utility.

Make the following settings.

z Return settings to the status at the time of purchase.

z Change settings to enable startup from DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

If you change the settings from that at the time of purchase, we recommend

that you make a note of the settings that are changed.

A Turn on the computer, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot

screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

z If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password, and

press the Enter key.

B Press the F9 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

C Select the [Boot] menu, then select [USB CDD] and press the F6 key until

[USB CDD] is at the top of [Boot priority order].

D Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

drive.

z When the disk cover does not open:

[CD/DVD Drive Power] has been set to [Off] in the [Main] menu. Per-

form the following procedure.

Press the F10 key. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and

press the Enter key. (The computer will restart)

Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and execute step E.

E Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart.

z If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password, and

press the Enter key.

Use the Product Recovery DVD-ROM to execute reinstalla-

tion.

A Press the

key to execute [1. [Recovery]].

(All of the screens below are only examples.)

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Reinstalling Software

When the message [The Backup function has been enabled. If [Recovery] or

[Erase HDD] is executed, the Backup function will be disabled, and your

Backup data will be lost.] appears, press the

B If you agree, press the key.

If you do not agree, press the

key.

z If you press the

key the menu will be displayed.

z If you press the

key the reinstallation will be canceled.

C Make a selection from the menu.

z To return the computer to its status at the time of purchase

Press the

z To divide the hard disk into two partitions (for OS and data)

Press the key.

key.

Enter the basic partition size (GB) for the operating system installation

and press the Enter key.

• You can cancel this operation by pressing the

key.

• The data partition size is the remainder after subtracting the basic

partition size. (Data partition: 1 GB or more)

Maximum settable size differs depending on the model.

z To reinstall Windows in the first partition without changing the partition

configuration

Press the

key.

• The first partition size must be 6 GB or more of the hard disk size.

Reinstallation cannot be performed with a small partition size.

If you select [1] or [2], the message [The Backup function has been enabled.

If [Recovery] is executed, the Backup function will be disabled, and your

Backup data will be lost.] appears. In this case, press the

If the message [Computer must be rebooted in order to execute [Recovery]]

appears, press the key.

D At the confirmation message, press the

key.

z The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts automatically.

(The operations take about 20 minutes.)

z Do not interrupt the reinstallation procedure before completion, for

example by turning off the computer or pressing the Ctrl

Alt Del

key, as this may prevent Windows from starting up, or may cause data

to be lost so that the reinstallation procedure cannot be executed.

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E The message "[Recovery] is complete" will be displayed. Remove the Prod-

uct Recovery DVD-ROM, and press any key to shut down the computer.

Return the Setup Utility settings to their default values.

Return the Setup Utility to its settings at the time of purchase to ensure

proper setup of Windows.

A Turn on the computer, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot

screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password, and press

the Enter key.

B Press the F9 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

C Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart.

Setup Windows. (Î page 18)

Run the Setup Utility and change the settings where necessary

(The Setup Utility settings will return to their default values. Even the security settings

with the exception of the password(s), date and time will return to their default values.)

If you can connect to the Internet, perform Windows Update.

(Î

“To Update this Computer to its Latest Version” in onscreen Reference Manual)

Changing the drive letter

You can change the drive letter for the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or hard disk drive

by the following steps.

z The C drive cannot be changed.

z The drive letter for A Drive, B Drive and C Drive cannot be changed. You also can-

not use a drive letter that is currently being used by another device, or a drive letter

that has already been allocated to a network drive.

‹Changing the hard disk drive letter

A Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Admin-

istrative Tools], and double-click [Computer Management].

B Click [Disk Management] in [Storage].

Right-click a partition of the hard disk, and click [Change Drive Letter and Paths]

D Click [Change].

E Click [Assign the following drive letter], select a drive letter, then click [OK].

F Click [Yes] when the confirmation message is displayed.

‹Changing the internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive letter

(Î page 20)

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achieve your intended results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom.

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Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic (le “Produit”) sont exclusivement concédés en

licence à l'utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles cides-

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des présentes.

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les présentes. Vous assumez l'entière responsabilité du choix de ce Produit (y compris des Logiciels associés) pour

obtenir les résultats escomptés, ainsi que de l'installation, de l'utilisation et des résultats obtenus.

License

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C. Vous et vos employés ou agents êtes requis de protéger la confidentialité des Logiciels. Vous ne pouvez ni

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duit des Logiciels et vous devez reproduire et inclure toutes ces notices ou identifications de produit sur

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ies, de façon électronique ou mécanique, en tout ou en partie.

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l'exception de ce qui est expressément stipulé dans ce contrat.

Si vous cédez la possession de toute copie ou de tout Logiciel à une autre partie, à l'exception de ce qui est autorisé au

paragraphe E ci-dessus, votre licence est automatiquement résiliée.

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les accompagnant avec toutes leurs copies, sous quelque forme que ce soit. Cette licence sera également résiliée,

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ne respectez pas les termes, clauses et conditions qui y sont contenues. Au moment de la résiliation, vous acceptez de

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que ce soit.

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Hard Disk Backup Function

The hard disk backup function creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk. This area is to back up (store)

hard disk contents or restore backed up contents to their original locations.

By backing up the data on your hard disk to a backup area, you can protect your data from loss or damage resulting

from operational errors or other factors. Also, you can back up or restore hard disk contents using this computer alone,

without having to use other media or peripheral devices.

At the time of purchase, the hard disk backup function is disabled. If you follow the procedure below to create a backup

area, the hard disk backup function will be enabled, and you will be able to back up your data. Note, that once the

backup function has been enabled, you will have to perform the reinstallation procedure to disable it again.

The hard disk backup function cannot back up or restore data properly if there is a problem with the hard disk when

the data is backed up or restored. Note that if an error occurs while data is being restored, whether as a result of an

unexpected malfunction, incorrect operation, or other reason, the data in the hard disk (data before restoration) may

be lost.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for any damages suffered by the user (including loss

of data) as a result of the use of this function.

Before Using a Hard Disk Backup Function

‹Preparing

z You will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included).

z Disconnect or remove all peripheral devices, SD memory cards. Take care to dis-

connect the USB floppy disk drive, as the backup area may not be created properly

while these devices are connected.

z Be sure the AC adaptor is connected to the computer.

z If the hard disk malfunctions, it will be impossible to read the data stored on it. We

recommend that you also back up important data to a location other than the hard

disk (an external hard disk or other media).

z Execute a disk error check using the following procedure.

A Display [Local Disk (C:) Properties].

Right-click [Local Disk (C:)] in [start] - [My Computer], and click [Proper-

ties].

B Click [Check Now] from [Tools].

C In [Check Disk Local Disk], click [Start] without adding a checkmark beside

any of the items.

If a message is displayed indicating that there is an error in the disk, dis-

play [Check Disk Local Disk], and add a checkmark for [Automatically fix

file system errors] and [Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors],

click [Start], and check for disk errors again.

‹Precautions

z To divide the partition, make the selection when the backup area is created (Î page

57 step G).

z A backup area cannot be created if the hard disk is already divided into several par-

titions. Return the computer to its condition at the time of purchase (one partition

only), and create the backup area.

z If the partition configuration is changed (partitions created, size changed, etc.) after

the backup area has been created, it will no longer be possible to execute the

backup function. To change the configuration, it is necessary to return the computer

to its condition at the time of purchase, and then create the backup area again.

z The hard disk backup function will only work for the internal hard disk. This function

does not work with an external hard disk.

z Backup and restore functions will not operate if the hard disk has been damaged.

z Do not use the NTFS file system compression function, as this may result in insuffi-

cient capacity of the backup area.

z The hard disk backup function does not accommodate dynamic disks. Do not con-

vert the hard disk to a dynamic disk.

NOTE

z Regarding backup area

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• Requires availability of at least half of the entire hard disk. Without sufficient

space available, the backup area cannot be created.

• When the backup area is created, the usable hard disk capacity will be

reduced to less than half.

• The backup area cannot be accessed from Windows. For this reason, backed

up data cannot be copied to CD-R or other removable disk media.

• When the hard disk backup function is executed, data in the backup area will

be overwritten. If newly created or edited data is backed up later, data stored

previously in the backup area will be lost.

Create a Backup Area

A Turn the computer on, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot

screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.

You cannot register [Boot] menu with a User Password.

B Select the [Boot] menu, then select [USB CDD] and press the F6 key until

[USB CDD] is at the top of [Boot priority order].

C Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

drive

• When the disk cover does not open:

[CD/DVD Drive Power] has been set to [Off] in the [Main] menu. Perform

the following procedure.

Set [CD/DVD Drive Power] to [On].

Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The computer will restart.

Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and execute step D.

D Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The computer will restart. If [Enter Password] is displayed during the fol-

lowing procedures, input the Supervisor Password or the User Password.

This screen should appear.

E Press the

key to execute [3. [Backup]].

CAUTION

z When dividing the hard disk into partitions

Do not execute [1. [Recovery]] to divide the hard disk into partitions. The hard

disk backup function cannot be enabled after the hard disk has been partitioned.

Use step G to divide the hard disk.

F At the confirmation message, press the

key.

G Select how to divide the hard disk from the menu.

<To create a backup area and enable the backup function without dividing

the hard disk>

Select [1].

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<To create a backup area and divide hard disk into two partitions, for OS

and data>

Select [2], enter the partition size (GB), and press the Enter key.

• You can cancel this operation by pressing the

key.

• The data partition size will be the maximum settable size less the

number entered above.

The maximum settable size will differ depending on models.

H At the confirmation message, press the

key.

The backup area is then created.

I When the message [You must reboot in order to enable the Backup func-

tion.] appears, remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and press any

key to restart the computer. The computer is restarted, then the backup

process will begin.

J When the message [[Backup] is complete] appears, press the Ctrl

Del key to restart the computer.

z Do not press the Ctrl Del key until the message is displayed.

Alt

K After logging on to Windows, a message will appear advising that a new

device has been installed and that the computer must be restarted to

enable the settings. Select [Yes] to restart the computer.

NOTE

z The [Boot] menu in the Setup Utility is set to start up from the DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drive. Change this setting if necessary.

z The next time the backup or restore functions are executed, follow the proce-

dure for [Backing Up and Restoring Data].

Backing Up and Restoring Data

CAUTION

z Before executing the backup function, execute a disk error check (Î page 56).

z Do not interrupt the backup or restore functions before completion, for example

by turning off the power or pressing the Ctrl

Alt Del key, as this may pre-

vent Windows from starting up, or may cause data to be lost so that the backup

and restore functions cannot be executed.

A Turn the computer on, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot

screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password or the User

Password.

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B Select [Exit] menu, then select [Hard Disk Backup / Restore] and press

the Enter key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes], and press the Enter key.

C Select the operation to be executed from the menu.

(1) Press the

key to execute [1. [Backup]].

(When dividing the hard disk into two partitions, select the backup

method at next screen.)

(2) At the confirmation message, press the

The backup process will begin.

key.

(1) Press the key to execute [2. [Restore]].

(When data is backed up in two partitions, select the restore

method at next screen.)

(2) At the confirmation message, press the

The restore process will begin.

key.

NOTE

z The time required to complete the backup or restore process differs depending

on the data volume.

D When the message [[Backup] is complete] or [[Restore] is complete] is

displayed, press the Ctrl

Alt Del key to restart the computer.

• If the backup or restore process was interrupted before completion,

for example if the power was turned off, execute the process again.

• When a new device is installed and a message appears advising that

the computer must be restarted to enable the settings, select [Yes] to

restart the computer.

CAUTION

z When the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the backed up data will

not be erased even if a commercial data erasing utility or similar software is

used to erase all data from user-accessible area. You can use the hard disk

data erase utility included in this computer (Î page 60) to erase all data on the

hard disk, including backed up data. Use this hard disk data erase utility before

disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer.

z Occasionally, the message [#1805 cannot write image file] will be displayed,

and the backup function will be interrupted. If this error occurs, execute the

backup function again. After this, if the backup function is completed properly,

then there is no problem in the hard disk.

z To disable the hard disk backup function

Perform the reinstallation procedure. All data in the backup area and the hard disk

will be erased.

Conduct steps 1-3 C for [Reinstalling Software] (Î page 51). Select [1] or [2] to

execute the reinstallation at the screen for executing the reinstallation.

• When [1] is selected, the hard disk backup function can be disabled.

• When [2] is selected, the hard disk backup function can be disabled, but in this

case, because the hard disk has been divided into partitions, the hard disk backup

function cannot be re-enabled (Î page 42).

• When [3] is selected, the hard disk backup function cannot be disabled.

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When Disposing of This Computer

When disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the

theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initialize the hard disk through normal Windows commands, data can

still be read using special software. In order to erase all data, either have the data erased by a specialist (at a charge) or

use the hard disk data erase utility (included). (Note that this hard disk data erase utility does not guarantee that data

will be completely erased.)

Also, note that if you transfer ownership of this computer without deleting commercial software that you have installed to

the hard disk, you may be in violation of the licensing agreement for that software.

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

This computer is equipped with a utility for erasing hard disk data.

When disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the

theft of hard disk data following the steps below.

The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an overwriting method, but there is a possibility that due to malfunc-

tions or other operational errors, data may not be completely erased. There are also specialized devices that may be

able to read data that has been erased using this method. If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recom-

mend that you contact a company that specializes in this process. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no

responsibility for losses or damages suffered as a result of the use of this utility.

Before Erasing Data

‹Preparing

z You will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included)

‹Confirm the followings

z Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the procedure is completed.

z This utility can only be used for internal hard disk. It cannot be used to erase data

from external hard disks.

z This utility cannot erase data from damaged disk.

z This utility cannot erase data for specific partitions.

z After executing this utility, the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk.

z The backup area and the data in the backup area will be erased.

Completely Erasing Data

A Turn the computer on, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot

screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password, and press

the Enter key. The [Boot] menu cannot be changed with User Pass-

word.

B Select the [Boot] menu, then select [USB CDD] and press the F6 key until

[USB CDD] is at the top of [Boot priority order].

C Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW

drive.

z When the disk cover does not open:

[CD/DVD Drive Power] has been set to [Off] in the [Main] menu. Per-

form the following procedure.

Set [CD/DVD Drive Power] to [On].

Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The computer will restart.

Press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

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Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and execute step D.

D Press the F10 key.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.

The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart.

If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedure, enter the

Supervisor Password or User Password.

When the message [The Backup function has been enabled...] appears,

press the

key.

E When the message "Select a number" is displayed, press the

key and

perform [2. [Erase HDD]].

(You can cancel this operation by pressing the

The confirmation message will be displayed.

key.)

When the message [The Backup function has been enabled...] appears,

press the key.

When the message [Computer must be rebooted in order to execute

[Erase HDD]] appears, press the key.

F Press the key.

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility will start.

G When [<<<Start menu>>>] is displayed, press the Enter key.

H The approximate time required for erasing data will be displayed.

Press the Space key.

I At the confirmation message, press the Enter key.

The operation of erasing the hard disk starts.

z If necessary, the “hard disk data erase” operation can be cancelled

after it has begun by pressing the Ctrl

key.

If the operation is cancelled before being completed, a part of data will

not be erased.

J The message "Hard disk data has been deleted" will be displayed.

Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and press any key to shut

down the computer.

z If a problem occurred during the operation, an error message will be

displayed.

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Specifications

z Main Specifications

Model No.

CF-Y4HWPZZBM

Intel Pentium M Processor Low Voltage 778 (1.60 GHz, 2 MB ¹L2 cache, 400 MHz

CPU/

Secondary Cache Memory

FSB)

Chip Set

Intel 915 GMS Express chip set

512 MB , DDR2 SDRAM (1024 MB ¹Max.)

Main Memory

UMA (128 MB ¹Max.)

Video Memory

Hard Disk Drive

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive

60 GB

USB 2.0 connection interface, Buffer underrun error prevention function: Supported

zDVD-RAM : 2X speed (4.7 GB )/1X speed (2.6 GB ) zDVD-R : 4X speed (Max.)

Playback

zDVD-RW: 4X speed (Max.) zDVD-ROM : 8X speed (Max.) zCD-ROM : 24X speed

Continuous Data

(Max.) zCD-R : 24X speed (Max.) zCD-RW : 20X speed (Max.)

*4*5

Transfer Speed

zCD-R write ⁹: 4X speed, 8X speed, 8-16X speed, 8-24X speed zCD-RW write: 4X

Recording

speed zHigh-Speed CD-RW write: 4X speed, 8X speed,10X speed zUltra-Speed CD-

RW write: 8X speed, 10X speed

zDVD-ROM (Single Layer, Dual Layer) zDVD-Video zDVD-R ⁷(1.4 GB, 3.95 GB, 4.7

GB) ³zDVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2 1.4 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB) ³zDVD-RAM ⁶(1.4 GB, 2.8 GB,

Playback

2.6 GB, 5.2 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB) ³zCD-Audio zCD-ROM (XA compatible) zCD-R

Compatible Disk and

Compatible Formats ⁵

zPhoto CD (multiple session compatible) zVideoCD zCD-EXTRA zCD-RW zCD-

TEXT

Recording

zCD-R zCD-RW

Display Method

14.1 SXGA+ type (TFT) (1400 × 1050 dots)

65,536/16,777,216 colors (1400 × 1050 dots) ¹⁰

Internal LCD Display

65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 768 dots/1280 ×

1024 dots/1400 × 1050 dots/1600 × 1200 dots/2048 × 1536 dots)

External Display ¹¹

Simultaneous Display on LCD + Exter- 65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 768 dots/1280 ×

nal Display ¹¹

1024 dots/1400 × 1050 dots) ¹⁰

Wireless LAN

Built-in Intel PRO/Wireless 2915 ABG (Î page 64)

LAN ¹²

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX

Data: 56 kbps (V.92) FAX: 14.4 kbps

Modem

Sound

WAVE and MIDI playback, Stereo Speaker (built in)

PC Card Slot × 1: (One Type I or Type II, Allowable current 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA)

Card Slots

SD Memory Card Slot ¹³× 1

DDR2 SDRAM, 172-pin, 1.8 V, Micro DIMM, PC2-3200 Compliant ¹⁴

RAM Module Slot

USB Ports × 2（USB2.0 × 2） ¹⁵/ Modem Port（RJ-11）/ LAN Port（RJ-45） ¹²

Interface

External Display Port: Mini Dsub 15-pin female / Microphone Jack: Miniature jack, 3.5

DIA / Headphone Jack: Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA

Keyboard/Pointing Device

Power

87 keys/Touch Pad

AC adaptor or Battery pack

Input: 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output: 16 V DC, 2.5 A

AC Adaptor ¹⁶

Battery Pack

Li-ion 7.4 V, 7.65 Ah

Operating Time ¹⁷

Approx. 4 hours - 6.5 hours ¹⁸(Approx. 5 hours ¹⁹) (Disable Economy Mode (ECO))

Charging Time ²⁰

Approx. 5 hours (Power off)/Approx. 6.5 hours (Power on)

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z Main Specifications

Model No.

CF-Y4HWPZZBM

Power Consumption ²¹

Approx. 35 W ²²/ Approx. 40 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state)

309 mm × 33 mm (at the front)/46 mm (at the rear) × 243 mm (excluding protrusion)

{12.2 " × 1.3 " / 1.9 " × 9.6 "}

Physical Dimensions (W × H × D)

Weight ²³

Approx. 1530 g {3.4 lb.}

Temperature 5°C to 35°C {41°F to 95°F}

Operation

Storage

Humidity

30% to 80% RH (No condensation)

-20°C to 60°C {-4°F to 140°F}

Environment

Temperature

Humidity

30% to 90% RH (No condensation)

Microsoft Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security

Technologies (NTFS File system)

OS ²⁴

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Service Pack 2 / DirectX 9.0 c /

Microsoft Windows Media Player 10 / Microsoft Windows Movie Maker 2.1 /

Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 / Adobe Reader / Intel PROSet/Wireless Software /

SD Utility / Icon Enlarger / Loupe Utility / Touch Pad Utility / DMI Viewer / PC Information

Pre-installed Software ²⁴

Viewer / WinDVD™5 (OEM Version) / B’s Recorder GOLD8 BASIC / B’s CLiP 6 ²⁵

Hotkey Settings / Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility / Optical Disc Drive Power-

Saving Utility / Wireless LAN Switch Utility / Economy Mode (ECO) Setting Utility / Bat-

tery Recalibration Utility

Setup Utility / Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ²⁶/ Hard Disk Backup Utility ²⁶

1 MB = 1,048,576 bytes

A segment of the main memory is allotted automatically depending on the computer’s operating status. The size of the Video

Memory cannot be set by the user.

1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.

Data transfer speeds indicate values measured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. The data transfer rate of DVD per 1X

speed is 1,350 KB/s. The data transfer rate of CD per 1X speed is 150 KB/s.

Performance of CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW cannot be guaranteed depending on writing status and record-

ing format. Also, some data cannot be played back depending on the disk, settings, and environment being used.

In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge disks or removable cartridge disks (Type2, Type4) can be used.

DVD-R is compatible with 4.7 GB (for General) playback. DVD-R (for Authoring) playback is compatible with disks recorded

using Disk-at-Once recording.

If an unbalanced disk (e.g., a disk with which the balance has been displaced from the center) is inserted, the speed may become

slower if there are large vibrations while the disk is rotating.

Depending on the disk, the writing speed may become slower.

A 16,777,216 color display is achieved by using the dithering function.

Display may be impossible using some connected external displays.

Some devices cannot be used depending on the port type.

*10

*11

*12

*13

Operation has been confirmed for Panasonic SD memory cards with up to 2 GB capacity. The transfer rate using the SD memory

card slot on this computer is 8 MB per second (this is a theoretical value, and differs from actual speeds). The transfer rate is 8

MB per second even if you use an SD memory card that supports high-speed transfer rates. Does not guarantee connection/

operation of all SD devices. Does not support MultiMedia card. Do not insert MultiMedia card.

*14

Only a RAM module designed for DDR2 (PC2-3200) can be added (Panasonic : CF-BAV0256U / CF-BAV0512U).

JEDEC standard 214 pin Micro DIMM cannot be used. PC2100 / PC2700 172 pin Micro DIMM cannot be used.

*15

*16

Does not guarantee operation of all USB-compatible peripherals.

The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240

AC adaptor. This computer is supplied with a 125

AC compatible AC cord.

*17

Varies depending on the usage conditions, CPU speed, etc.

When Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled, the operating time becomes approximately 20% shorter than when it is disabled.

Measured using BatteryMark™ Version 4.0.1 (LCD brightness : Maximum - Minimum).

Measured using MobileMark™ 2002 (LCD brightness : 60 cd/m²).

Varies depending on the usage conditions, CPU speed, etc.

It may take a long time to charge a fully discharged battery.

*18

*19

*20

*21

*22

Approx. 1.5 W when the battery pack is fully charged (or not being charged) and the computer is off.

Rated power consumption.

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Specifications

*23

Average value. May differ depending on models.

*24

Operations of this computer are not guaranteed except for the pre-installed OS.

*25

Preinstalled B’s CLiP does not support CD-R.

*26

The Product Recovery DVD-ROM is required.

z Wireless LAN

IEEE802.11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched) ²⁷

IEEE802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (automatically switched) ²⁷

Data Transfer Rates

IEEE802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched) ²⁷

Standard Supported

Transmission Method

IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g

OFDM system, DS-SS system

IEEE802.11a: Channels 36/40/44/48/52/56/60/64/149/153/157/161/165

IEEE802.11b/ IEEE802.11g: Channels 1 to 11

Wireless Channels Used

RF Frequency Band

IEEE802.11a: 5.18 - 5.32 GHz, 5.745 - 5.825 GHz

IEEE802.11b/ IEEE802.11g: 2412 - 2462 MHz

*27

These are speeds specified in IEEE802.11a+b+g standards. Actual speeds may differ.

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Index

Also, refer to onscreen Reference Manual. Some explanations that are not described in this manual may be described

in onscreen Reference Manual. (Î page 12)

Antivirus Measures ........... 39

Important Tips .................. 12

ScrLk Indicator .................15

Scroll ................................25

SD Memory Card Indicator

......................................... 15

Setup Utility ...................... 29

Speaker On/Off Switch

..........................................26

Starting Up (Dealing with

Problems) .........................44

Battery Indicator................ 15

Dealing with Problems

.................................... 49

Maintenance .................... 35

Notification Area .............. 21

NumLk ............................. 15

Caps Lock ........................ 15

Clicking ............................ 25

Password (Dealing with Prob-

lems) ................................ 46

Peripheral Devices .......... 42

Pop-up Window ............... 26

Power Indicator ................ 15

Display

Tapping ............................25

Dealing with Problems

.................................... 47

Display Change...........26

LCD Brightness Control

.................................... 26

Double-Clicking ................ 25

Double-Tapping ............... 25

Dragging .......................... 25

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive

.......................................... 41

Indicator.......................15

Usage Precautions......11

Volume Control .................26

RAM Module (Dealing with

Problems) ........................ 49

Reference Manual ........... 12

Dealing with Problems

.................................... 49

Reinstalling B’s Recorder/B’s

CLiP (Dealing with Problems)

.......................................... 49

Right-Click ....................... 25

Windows Update ..............40

Emergency Hole .............. 41

Hard Disk Drive Indicator

.......................................... 15

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Memo

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As an ENERGY STAR^®Partner, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. has

determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR^®guidelines for energy

efficiency.

Outline of the International ENERGY STAR^®Office Equipment Program

The international ENERGYSTAR^®Office Equipment Program is an international program

that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.

The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that

effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietors

can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers,

displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among

participating nations.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Web Site : http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global

FJ1105-0

DFQX5578ZA

Printed in Japan

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