Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Getting Started XP Read Me First.................................................. 3 Names and Functions of Parts ...................... 10 First-time Operation ...................................... 12 Reference Manual • Read Me First • Key Combinations • LED Indicators Getting Started Contents Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 16 Touch Pad ..................................................... 19 Reference Manual ........................
Customer’s Record Model No. *1 Dealer’s Name Serial No. or Code No. Dealer’s Address Date of Purchase *1 For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-W2DWAZZKM) located on the bottom of the computer. Introduction Getting Started Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer.
Read Me First For U.S.A. Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement FCC Regulation Notice for modem This equipment contains a FCC approved modem. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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 interference in a residential installation.
Read Me First 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, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources and that this is a major nationwide problem. Notice for the products using LCD This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing a small amount of mercury.
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Certaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendant l’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire les risques d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures. En voici quelquesunes: 1.
Read Me First Getting Started For U.K. and Hong Kong Warning This apparatus must be earthed for your safety. To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively earthed through the normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-core and be correctly wired to provide connection to earth. Wrongly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.
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.
Read Me First Precautions Usage Handling Getting Started Avoid Extreme Heat and Cold Do not store or use the computer in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold. Avoid moving the computer between locations with large temperature difference. Operation: 5 oC to 35 oC {41 oF to 95 oF} Storage: -20 oC to 60 oC {-4 oF to 140 oF} Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel The LCD panel should not be exposed to direct sunlight or ultraviolet light.
Care should be exercised with regard to the following in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or damage. Avoid Heat Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or expose it to excessive heat. Keep Articles Away Do not place the battery pack together with articles such as necklaces or hairpins 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.
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Getting Started
First-time Operation Read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations. the inclusion of all parts. 1 Confirm 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 ( Getting Started AC adaptor .......... 1 AC Cord ...............1 Battery Pack ........
5 Connect your computer to a power outlet. The battery pack will be charged automatically. Charging Time: Approx. 4.5 hours (Varies depending on the usage conditions.) Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use operation. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral device except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer. Handling the AC adaptor Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage the connections.
First-time Operation 5 Enter your computer name and administrator password and then select [Next]. CAUTION Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be operated. 6 Enter the correct date, time and the time zone, then select [Next]. Getting Started NOTE It may take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of step 7 is displayed. Wait, and do not press any keys, or touch the touch pad, etc. If the keyboard or the touch pad etc.
9 Start up Windows ® Media Player. Log on with the administrator authority, and select on the desktop. After this, start up the application following the instructions on the screen. During this process, you will be required to agree to the license agreement. For Windows® Media Player, it is necessary to agree to the license agreement for each account created.
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NOTE The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) 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.
Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) 1 Save important data and close each application. 2 Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer]. 3 Select [Turn Off]. Your computer will power off automatically. Restarting your computer (without shutting down): Select [Restart]. To shut down using the keyboard: Press , U , and select [Turn Off] with , then press Enter . CAUTION Do not do the following during the shutdown/restart procedure. • Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.
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Reference Manual Reference Manual / Important Tips The Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, these manuals can also be printed. Reference Manual 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. (Refer to the cover of this manual for a list of the main contents included.
RAM Module Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below. If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly. RAM module specifications: ( page 43) 172 pins, Micro DIMM, 2.5 V, DDR SDRAM, PC2100 Contact your technical support office to confirm recommended memory. CAUTION RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity.
RAM Module 2 Place the RAM module lightly in parallel with a slot. (The gold terminals (F) are visible) 3 Insert the module parallel to the slot and press firmly until the gold terminals are no longer visible. The slot may be damaged if the following procedure is performed without inserting the module firmly. Operation 4 Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (G) lock into place. When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open slightly and will return after locking.
Useful Information Usage Environment Environment 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.
Useful Information Saving Data on the Hard Disk 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. Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or hard disk drive indicator is on. Properly shut Windows down to avoid problems. Save all valuable data to discs.
Security of the Computer To improve the security of the computer, use the following measures. Use antivirus software (commercially available). Use Windows XP Internet Connection Firewall. Update Windows ( below). Getting the newest information about security from the Website of Microsoft Corp. etc. Using Antivirus Software Especially in the following cases, we recommend you to perform a virus check. Be sure to use the most up-to-date antivirus software when checking for viruses.
Useful Information Wireless LAN To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN. 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. For instructions on settings for wireless LAN and cautions during use, select [start][Reference Manual], and refer to “Wireless LAN”.
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Before using the drive When using the drive for the first time, slide the open lever (A) on the left side of the computer to open the disc cover after the computer has been powered on, and remove the protective sheet (B) from the lens area. 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.
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 ( page 45). Error Code/Message 0211: Keyboard error 0251: System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Action If an external keyboard or mouse is connected, disconnect these devices.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) The power indicator or battery indicator is not lit The computer does not operate when a USB device is connected [Enter Password] is displayed POST Startup Error(s) is displayed Windows startup, or an operation is extremely slow Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor. Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly inserted. Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Starting Up (continued) When the previous item is not the cause Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings). Try removing all peripheral devices. Check a disk error using the following procedure. 1 Display [Local Disk (C:) Properties]. Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select [Properties]. 2 Select [Tools] - [Check Now].
Display (continued) The external display no longer displays properly When you want to display the fonts or icons at a larger size During simultaneous display, the screen of the external display becomes disordered When a video such as an MPEG file and a DVD video is being played with WinDVD or Windows® Media Player, the display destination cannot be switched using Fn + F3 When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with the computer, the display may not function correctly wh
Dealing with Problems (Summary) Battery Indicator The red indicator lights The red indicator blinks The orange indicator blinks The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less). 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. Quickly save your data and power off your computer.
Fast User Switching Function Some applications may not work properly 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 Fn 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 taskbar and B’s CLiP cannot be used.
Reinstalling Software When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical 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. Even if a hard disk backup area has been created, this backup area will be erased, and all the backed up data will be lost.
CAUTION Do not interrupt the reinstallation procedure before completion, for example by turning off the computer or pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del , as this may prevent Windows from starting up, or may cause data to be lost so that the reinstallation procedure cannot be executed. After the reinstallation procedure completes, this screen should appear. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- [Recovery] is complete. Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot.
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC® PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”) ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW.YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to you.
Contrat de licence d’usage limité 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 cidessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
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.
NOTE Regarding backup area • 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.
Hard Disk Backup Function Select [2], enter the partition size (GB), and press Enter . • You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 . • The data partition size will be the maximum settable size less the number entered above. The maximum settable size will differ depending on models. [At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created] The usable hard disk area Can be accessed from Windows (Two partitions).
3 Select the operation to be executed from the menu. 1 Press 1 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 Y . The backup process will begin. 1 Press 2 to execute [2. [Restore]]. (When data is backed up in two partitions, select the restore method at next screen.
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 device, 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 malfunctions or other operational errors, data may not be completely erased.
Specifications Main Specifications DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Supports DVD CD DVD-ROM read*8 CD-ROM read*8 CD-R write*9 CD-RW write High-Speed CD-RW write Ultra Speed CD-RW write*10 Slots PC Card Slot Allowable current RAM Module Slot*11 SD Memory Card Slot Interface External Display Port Microphone Jack Headphone Jack USB Ports Modem LAN Wireless LAN Keyboard/Pointing Device Sound Battery Pack Operating Time*14 Charging Time*14 Clock Battery CF-W2DWAZZKM Intel® Pentium® M Processor 1.
Specifications Main Specifications AC Adaptor*1 Input Output Power Consumption*2 Environment In use Temperature Humidity Not in use Temperature Humidity Physical Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight Operating System Utility Programs 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz 16 V DC, 2.5 A Approx. 35 W*3 / Approx. 40 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state) 5 °C to 35°C {41 °F to 95 °F} 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F} 30% to 90% RH (No condensation) 268 mm × 27.5 mm (at the front)/41.
LIMITED WARRANTY For U.S.A. PANASONIC PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is covered by a separate warranty) with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. for three (3) years from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
LIMITED WARRANTY For Canada PANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Coverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, this computer product (excluding software media), when purchased from PCI or from a PCI authorized reseller, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, subject to the terms set forth below, during the period of warranty coverage specified.
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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 ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.
