OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Personal Computer Model No. CF-Y7 series Contents On-screen Manual .......................................16 Handling and Maintenance .............................17 Expanding Memory ......................................20 Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) ...........22 Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...........................24 Reinstalling Software ....................................25 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message .......
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully. Terms and illustrations in these instructions : CAUTION NOTE : Enter : Fn + F5 : [start] - [Run] : : : Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. Useful and helpful information. Press [Enter] key. Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [F5] key. Click [start], and then click [Run]. Page in these Operating Instructions.
Read Me First Useful Information Troubleshooting Appendix Federal Communications Commission Radio FreThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Read Me First Getting Started 8. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. 9.
IMPORTANT! Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating Wireless WAN operate using radio signals and cellular networks cannot be guaranteed to connect in all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential communications, for example emergency calls. Remember, in order to make or receive calls, Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating Wireless WAN must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Read Me First Canadian ICES-003 This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 7-M-2 Getting Started Industry Canada This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada.
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: 1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, 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. 3.
Read Me First CD/DVD Drive Caution CAUTION! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. 12-E-1 AVERTISSEMENT! Getting Started CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.
Do Not Disassemble This Product There are high-voltage areas inside which may give you an electric shock if you should touch them. Do not touch the pins and circuit boards inside, and do not allow foreign matter to enter inside. Also, remodeling or disassembly may cause a fire. Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small Children Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury. In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctor immediately.
Read Me First Precautions (Battery Pack) Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started Do Not Use with Any Other Product The battery pack is rechargeable and was intended for the specified product. If it is used with a product other than the one for which it was designed, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.
Description of Parts A B C E F G H J K L I A :Speakers B :Function Key Reference Manual “Key Combinations” C :Keyboard D :LED Indicator : Caps lock : Numeric key (NumLk) : Scroll lock (ScrLk) : Hard disk drive status ECO : Economy Mode (ECO) status Reference Manual “Battery Power” : Battery status M N Getting Started D I : CD/DVD Drive Power/Open Switch • Slide the switch to the right to open the disc cover. • Slide the switch to the left to turn on/off the drive power.
Description of Parts H I A Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started B C M J K EXT. D N E F G L A :DC-IN Jack B :Ventilation Hole C :External Display Port If the Mini Port Replicator is connected to the computer, connect the external display to the external display port on the Mini Port Replicator. You cannot use the external display port on the computer. Reference Manual “External Display” D :Mini Port Replicator Connector Connect the Mini Port Replicator (optional).
First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact your technical support office. • AC Adaptor . . . . 1 • AC Cord . . . . . . 1 • Battery Pack . . .1 • Modem Telephone Cable . . . . . . . . . 1 Model No: CF-AA1633A Model No: CF-VZSU45 Insert the battery pack. A Turn the computer over and slide the left latch (A) to the unlocked position ( ).
First-time Operation 4 4 Turn on the computer. Slide and hold the power switch power indicator for approximately one second until the lights. CAUTION Getting Started Do not slide the power switch repeatedly. The computer will forcibly be turned off if you slide and hold the power switch for four seconds or longer. Once you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on the computer again. Do not perform the following operation until the hard disk drive indicator turns off.
*2 If “Wake Up from wired LAN” is disabled, the period of time will become slightly longer. If “Wake Up from wireless LAN” is enabled, the period of time will become shorter. If the computer becomes warm during usage • Check the usage environment - Avoid using the computer on a highly heat retentive surfaces (e.g., rubber pads). If possible, use the computer on surfaces that can dissipate heat, such as a steel desk. - Do not use a keyboard cover, as this prevents heat dissipation.
On-screen Manual You can access the following manuals on the computer screen after completing the “First-time Operation”. When you access the on-screen manual for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. Read it carefully and select [Accept] to proceed. Reference Manual The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance.
Handling and Maintenance When using peripheral devices Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction manuals of the peripheral devices. Use the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications. Connect to the connectors in the correct direction. If it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc. If screws are included, fasten them securely.
Handling and Maintenance CAUTION You will be unable to set [Computrace (R) BIOS Module] to [Disable] once you have set to [Enable]. Do not change the setting when not used. • Even if you have set [Computrace (R) BIOS Module] to [Enable], this setting may return to [Disable] after repairs to the motherboard, etc. have been made. NOTE 1 Turn on or restart the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. Select the [Security] menu, then select [Computrace (R) Sub-Menu] and press Enter.
If You Spill Water on the Keyboard Note that repairs resulting from liquids being spilled on the computer are not free of charge, and not covered by warranty. 2 Wipe any water droplets off of the top of the keyboard using a soft, dry cloth. 3 Slowly lift up the computer, keeping it level, and wipe any water coming out of the holes on the bottom using a soft, dry cloth. If the computer is tilted during this step, liquid may seep inside the computer resulting in damage.
Expanding Memory Use RAM modules that comply with the specifications below. Using any other module may cause malfunction or result in computer failure. RAM module specifications: DDR2 SDRAM, 172 pins, Micro DIMM, 1.8 V, PC2-4200 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 overheat, causing the cover to warp.
2 Insert the RAM module parallel to the slot firmly until the gold terminals are invisible. If it is hard to insert the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the module’s direction. Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (D) lock into place. When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open slightly and will return after locking. If it is hard to press down the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the module’s direction. 4 Set the cover and battery pack back.
Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) The Recover Pro creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk to back up (store) the hard disk data, and restores the backup data to its original location when it is lost or corrupted by operational errors or other factors. You do not need external media or peripheral devices to back up or restore hard disk data on this computer. At purchase, the Recover Pro is not installed. Install using the instructions below.
CAUTION During the installation, the screen may become black (no display) momentarily. This is not a malfunction. If you select [Typical] in installation, approximately 40% (max.) of the hard disk drive space is allocated as the backup area. You cannot change the size of backup area after creation. Complete Backup Backs up all data on the hard disk. 2 Close all programs. 3 Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Phoenix Applications] - [Phoenix Recover Pro 6]. “Recover Pro 6” screen appears.
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility When disposing the computer or transferring the ownership, erase all hard disk data in order to avoid data leakage. Even if you erase the data or initialize the hard disk using normal Windows commands, the data can be read with some special software. Use the hard disk data erase utility to erase the data completely. Note that transferring of the ownership without uninstalling the commercial software will be a violation of the software’s license agreement.
Reinstalling Software Reinstalling software will return the computer to the default condition. When you reinstall the software, the hard disk data including the backup data of the Recover Pro will be erased. Back up important data to other media or an external hard disk before reinstallation. Preparation Prepare the Product Recovery DVD-ROM for Windows® XP (included). Remove all peripherals. Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete.
Reinstalling Software 10 Press 1 to execute [1. [Recovery]]. The License Agreement screen appears. To cancel partway, press 0. 11 Press 1 to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!]. 12 Select the settings. Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started [2]: Enter the size of operating system partition and press Enter. (The size of data partition will be determined by subtracting the operating system partition size from the maximum size.
Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message Troubleshooting (Basic) Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the “Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact Windows does not start up. Remove all peripheral devices.
Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message [Executing Battery Recalibration] screen appears. The Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows was shut down last time. To start up Windows, turn off the computer by the power switch, and then turn on. The computer will not automatically enter standby/ hibernation. If you connect to a network using wireless LAN function, perform access point settings.
Display “Phoenix Always Launcher” was used to change the resolution setting, but that setting is not applicable. You cannot set the resolution setting to a value of resolution this computer does not support. 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.
Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message Reference Manual The Reference Manual is not displayed. Install Adobe Reader. A Log on to Windows as an administrator. B Click [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\reader\AdbeRdr70_enu_full.exe], then click [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions. 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].
Hardware Diagnostics If the hardware installed in this computer is not operating properly, you can use the PC-Diagnostic Utility to determine whether or not there is a problem. If the utility discovers a problem in the hardware, contact your technical support office. Hardware that can be checked using the PC-Diagnostic Utility Getting Started Hardware below can be checked using this utility. (Software cannot be checked.
Hardware Diagnostics Press F9. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. 4 Select the [Main] menu, set [DVD Drive Power] to [On]. 5 Press F10. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The computer will restart. 6 Press Ctrl + F7 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will automatically begin the diagnostic check for all hardware components. If the password is requested, enter the password.
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.
Specifications To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Start the Setup Utility ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu. [CPU Speed]: CPU speed, [System Memory]: Memory size, [Hard Disk]: Hard disk drive size Main Specifications Model No. CPU/ Secondary cache memory CF-Y7BWAZZAM Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor Low Voltage L7500 (1.
Specifications Battery Pack Li-ion 10.65 V, 5.7 Ah Operating Time *23 Approx. 5.5 hours (Economy Mode (ECO) - Disable)0 Charging Time*24 Power 309.6 mm × 35.2 mm (at the front)/45.1 mm (at the rear) × 253.6 mm (excluding protrusion) {12.2 " × 1.4 " / 1.8 " × 10.0 "} Weight*27 Approx. 1670 g {3.7 lb.} Operation Temperature Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started Storage Appendix Approx. 35 W*26 / Approx.
*11 *12 *13 *14 *15 *16 *17 *18 "c:\util\drivers\tpm\README.pdf" and refer to the Installation Manual of "Trusted Platform Module (TPM)". *19 This slot is compatible with High-Speed Mode. Operation has been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD/SDHC Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 8 GB. Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed. 20-M-2-1 *23 Measured using MobileMark™ 2007 (LCD brightness : 60 cd/m2) Varies depending on the usage conditions, or when an optional device is attached.
LIMITED WARRANTY For U.S.A. Panasonic Computer Solutions Company - Worldwide Product Warranties Section 1 - Limited Warranty - Hardware Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair the products listed below with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge in the U.S.A. or other Panasonic approved location for the period specified below from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship.
Section 3 - Limited Warranty Exclusions Other Limits and Exclusions: There are no other express warranties except as listed above. PANASONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
LIMITED WARRANTY For Canada PANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTY Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started 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.
GARANTIE LIMITÉE Pour le Canada GARANTIE LIMITÉE – ORDINATEURS ET PÉRIPHÉRIQUES PANASONIC Couverture – Panasonic Canada Inc. (« PCI ») garantit à l’acheteur original que ce produit informatique (à l’exclusion des supports des logiciels) est, au moment de sa vente par PCI ou d’un revendeur agréé par PCI, exempt de défauts de pièces et de fabrication dans les conditions normales d’utilisation, et ce, pendant la période de couverture de la garantie, sous réserve des modalités décrites ci-dessous.
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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.
