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Operation

Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................ 17

Touch Pad (Basic Operation) ............................. 20

Touchscreen (Basic Operation).......................... 21

Operating in Tablet Mode .............................. 22

Reference Manual ......................................... 24

Useful Information ......................................... 25

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Computer

Appendix

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ........ 36

Hard Disk Backup Function ............................. 38

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility .......................... 42

Specifications ................................................ 43

LIMITED WARRANTY ................................... 45

Troubleshooting

List of Error Codes ........................................ 28

Dealing with Problems (Summary) .................. 29

Reinstalling Software .................................... 34

Getting Started

Read Me First.................................................. 3

Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 8

First-time Operation ...................................... 12

Contents

[Additional Manual]

Reference Manual

This manual can be accessed on your computer. Refer

to page 24 on how to access the Reference Manual.

Reference Manual

•Read Me First

•Key Combinations

Reference Manual

•Tablet Buttons

•Touch Pad

•

Touchscreen

•Software keyboard

•

Panasonic Hand Writing

•Display Rotation

•Standby/Hibernation

Functions

•Security Measures

•

Computing on the Road

•Battery Power

•PC Cards

•RAM Module

•Port Replicator

•External Display

•USB Devices

•Modem

•LAN

•Wireless LAN

•Hard Disk Drive

•Setup Utility

•Icon Enlarger

•LED Indicators

Reference Manual

•Technical Information

•DMI Viewer

•List of Error Codes

•Dealing with Problems

(Advanced)

Appendix Getting Started

Operation

Troubleshooting

Model No. CF-18 Series

Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.

Getting Started

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new

computer.

Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual

reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Disclaimer

Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no

liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.

Trademarks

Microsoft, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other

countries.

Intel, Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Adobe® and Acrobat® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or

other countries.

Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner companies.

NOTE:NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

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

Enter : This illustration means to press the [Enter] key.

Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the [F5] key.

[start]-[Run]:This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run].

(For some applications, you may need to double-click.)

:Where to go for referred information.

: This illustration means to refer to the Reference Manual, which is available on your computer.

Refer to page 24 on how to access this manual.

Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explana-

tion easier to understand.

The “CD/DVD drive” is a description about drives, such as DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, and DVD-ROM & CD-

R/RW drives.

In this manual, descriptions are given using illustrations not featuring the hand strap for convenience of explanation.

If the user has logged on without administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may be

not displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.

Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.

In this manual, “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional” is indicated as “Windows” or “Windows XP”.

*For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-18DHAZXKM) located on

the bottom of the computer.

Customer's Record

Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Model No.*

Code No.

Dealer's Name

Dealer's Address

Getting Started

Read Me First

Federal Communications Commission Radio

Frequency Interference Statement

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. This equipment generates, 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

reception, 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:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra-

dio/TV technician for help.

Warning

To assure continued compliance, use only shielded interface

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 author-

ity to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure lim-

its set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment has been approved for portable operation,

and unless otherwise advised in separate supplemental in-

structions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires

minimum 1.5 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s)

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

and feet) during wireless modes of operation.

This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters,

which may be capable of simultaneous transmission.

This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could be

used with wireless transmitters, which will be specifically

recommended when they become available.

Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF ex-

posure evaluated for use with this computer and may not

comply with FCC RF exposure requirements.

This equipment is provided with external antenna

connector(s) for connection to optional Car Mounter or

Port Replicator for mobile external mounted antenna(s).

External antenna(s) must be professionally installed and

cannot exceed recommended maximum antenna gain as

described in individual provided supplement instructions

for wireless transmitters. Also, user must maintain mini-

mum 20 cm spacing between external antenna(s) and all

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

feet) during wireless modes of operation.

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 operation.

Responsible Party: Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP-5 (1-800-527-8675)

For U.S.A.

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 telephone company.

2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro-

vided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be

connected to the telephone network or premises wiring us-

ing a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant.

See Installation Instructions for details.

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

may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on

the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in re-

sponse 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 com-

pany.

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

work, 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 no-

tify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be ad-

vised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you

believe it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may take changes in it’s facilities,

equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the op-

eration of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com-

pany will provide advance notice in order for you to make

necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

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

warranty information, please contact Matsushita Electric

Corporation of America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAP-

TOP5 (1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm

to the telephone network, the telephone company may re-

quest that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is

resolved.

There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equipment.

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. 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 un-

less such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or

bottom of each transmitted 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 pro-

gram this information into your fax software, you should re-

fer to the manual of the Fax software being used.

FCC Regulation Notice for modem

This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.

Manufacturer of modem: AMBIT Microsystems Corporation

Model No. T60M283.** (** = numbers or alphabet letters)

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

Tested To Comply

With FCC Standards

Getting Started

Read Me First

For Canada

Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem

This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved modem unit.

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, operational and

safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate 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 connection. The

customer should be aware that compliance with the above

conditions may not prevent degradation of service 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 equipment

malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company

cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the

electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone

lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are

connected together. This precaution may be particularly

important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt

to make such connections themselves, but should contact

the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician,

as appropriate.”

“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned

to each terminal device provides an indication of the

maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a

telephone interface. The termination on an interface may

consist of any combination of devices subject only to the

requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers

of all the devices does not exceed 5.”

REN: See bottom of the computer

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

techniques 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 raccordement.

L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que la

conformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche

pas la dégradation du service dans certaines situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être

coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.

L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à

l’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de

réparations 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 électriques, 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 sonnerie de touts

les dispositifs n’excède pas 5.”

IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateur

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

mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC out-

let to which this equipment is connected. Telephone compa-

nies 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 prob-

lem.

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

munication line cord.”

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

conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de section supérieure.”

Notice for the products using LCD

This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing a

small amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some compo-

nents. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your com-

munity due to environmental considerations. For disposal or

recycling information please contact your local authorities, or

the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org/>

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 interfer-

ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Getting Started

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

“Hereby, we and Panasonic Service Europe GmbH (PSE), declares 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 contact to our

web address: http://doc.panasonic-tc.de

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 kbits/s

- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/s

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

den, 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

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For Europe

Getting Started

Avoid Magnetic Fields

Keep the computer away from magnets.

Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.

Keep Small Objects Away

Do not insert paper clips or other small objects

into the computer.

Do Not Disassemble the Computer

Do not attempt to disassemble your computer.

Avoid Excessive Force on the Display

Do not apply excessive downward force on the

display when it is completely opened, especially

when plugs and/or cables are connected to the

rear of the computer.

Avoiding low-temperature burns

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 tempera-

ture, can cause a burn, if the skin is exposed to

the heat source for a long enough period of time.

Avoid Radio Frequency Interference

Do not place the computer near a television or

radio receiver.

Precautions

The CF-18 was developed based on thorough research into the

real-world portable computing environments. Exhaustive pur-

suit of usability and reliability under harsh conditions led to in-

novations such has the magnesium alloy exterior, vibration

damped hard disk drive and floppy disk drive, flexible internal

connections. The CF-18’s outstanding engineering has been

tested using the stiff MIL-STD- 810F (for vibration and shock)

and IP (for dust and water) based procedures.

As with any portable computer device precautions should be

taken to avoid any damage. The following usage and handling

procedures are recommended.

Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.

This product and your Health

This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency

electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this prod-

uct 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 be-

lieve this product is safe for use by consumers. These standards

and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific com-

munity 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 responsible rep-

resentatives of the organization. These situations may for ex-

ample include:

Using this product on board of airplanes, or

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 wire-

less devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. air-

ports), 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 cor-

rection of interference caused by such unauthorized modifica-

tion 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.

Information to the User

Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precau-

tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, elec-

tric 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 base-

ment 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.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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.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 la-

ver, dans un sous-sol humide ou près d’une piscine.

2.Éviter d’utiliser le téléphone (sauf s’il s’agit d’un appareil sans

fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut présenter un risque

de choc électrique causé par la foudre.

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.

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS

Read Me First

Getting Started

Precautions ( Battery Pack )

NOTE

The battery pack may become warm during recharging

or normal use. This is completely normal.

Recharging will not commence if internal temperature of

the battery pack is outside of the allowable temperature

range (0 °C to 50 °C {32°F to 122 °F}) “Bat-

tery Power”. Once the allowable range requirement is

satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that the

recharging time varies based on the usage conditions. (Re-

charging takes longer than usual when the temperature is

10 °C {50 °F} or less.)

If the temperature is low, the operating time is shortened. Only

use the computer within the allowable temperature range.

This computer has a high temperature mode function that

prevents the degradation of the battery in high tempera-

ture environments. ( “Battery Power”) A level

corresponding to a 100% charge for high temperature is

approximately equivalent to an 80% charge level for nor-

mal temperature mode.

The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount of

time the computer can be run off a particular battery pack

becomes dramatically shorter and repeated rechargings

do not restore its performance, the battery pack should be

replaced with a new one.

When transporting a spare battery inside a package,

briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a

plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.

Always power off the computer when it is not in use.

Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is not

connected will exhaust the remaining battery capacity.

Care should be exercised with regard to the following in

order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or dam-

age.

Avoid Heat

Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or

expose it to excessive heat.

Do Not Disassemble

Do not insert sharp objects into the battery pack,

expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, disas-

semble, or modify it.

Do Not Short

Do not short the positive (+) and negative (-)

contacts.

Do Not Put into a Microwave

Do not put the battery pack into a microwave

oven or a pressurized chamber.

Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct Sun-

light

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 an automobile

on a sunny day, for example), or in a cold place.

Keep Articles Away

Do not place the battery pack together with ar-

ticles such as necklaces or hairpins when carry-

ing or storing.

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.

This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by re-

charging only when the remaining power is less than approx.

95% of capacity.

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.

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.

Stop Using

Should the battery emit an abnormal odor, be-

come hot to the touch, become discolored,

change shape, or become in any way different

from normal, remove it from the computer or

charger and stop using it.

Do Not Use With Any Other Computer

The battery pack is rechargeable and was in-

tended for the specified computer or charger.

Do not use it with a computer other than the

one for which it was designed.

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The bat-

tery pack may no longer function properly if the contacts

are dirty or damaged.

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

become wet.

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 mis-

application may possibly occur.

Lithium Battery

Pile au lithium!

Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de

sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l’heure

notamment. Elle ne devra être remplacée que par un technicien

qualifié.

Avertissement! Risque d’explosion en cas de non respect de cette

mise en garde!

Getting Started

Names and Functions of Parts

A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product you have purchased. Please call 1-800-

8-BATTERY for information 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.

CAUTION

Do not cover the computer with a thick cloth, such as a blanket.

Stylus ( page 21) ( “Wireless LAN”)

Wireless LAN Antenna

For information on the key com-

binations available.

(

“Key Combinations”

)

LCD

( “Hard Disk Drive”)

( “Battery Power”)

Keyboard

( “LED Indicators”)

Caps Lock

Numeric Key (NumLk)

Scroll Lock (ScrLk)

Hard disk drive status

Battery pack status

Power status

( “Tablet Buttons”)

LCD brightness control

Input Panel

Enter

Rotation

Security

( page 20)

Touch Pad

Power Switch

LED Indicators

( page 21)

Function Keys

Hard Disk Drive

Battery Pack

Tablet Buttons

The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances.

Getting Started

( “PC Cards”)

( “Modem”)

Modem

( “LAN”)

LAN

( “USB Devices”)

USB Ports

DC IN 16 VDC-IN Jack

Use this port to a serial mouse or serial

communication devices.

A cable can be connected to prevent theft

of your computer. For more informa-

tion, read the manual provided with the

cable.

LOCK

( “External Display”)

Use only a monaural condenser micro-

phone (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

Use this jack to connect headphones or

amplifier-equipped speakers. Audio

output from the internal speaker is dis-

abled when headphones or external

speakers are connected.

Headphone Jack

Security Lock

Serial Port

External Display Port

The strap has been designed to carry only the weight of the

computer. Therefore, be sure that the strap does not carry a weight

that exceeds the weight of the computer. The strap may acci-

dentally come loose from the computer.

Do not use a strap that is damaged or about to tear.

CAUTION

The hand strap can be attached to any two of the four corners using

screws (A) which were used to attach the hand strap.

Adjust the length of the belt so that the computer does not fall by mis-

take, and firmly hold the computer when using it.

(The above illustration shows the position

where the hand strap is attached at the factory.)

The shoulder strap can be connected to the

hand strap to make it longer.

Hand Strap

Shoulder Strap

CAUTION

Do not connect the mo-

dem telephone cable

into the LAN port.

PC Card Slots

Getting Started

To adjust the volume:

Fn + F5 / Fn + F6

Speaker on/off : Fn + F4

( “Port Replicator”)

Speaker

( “RAM Module”)

RAM Module Slot

CAUTION

Do not allow metallic objects or magnetic me-

dia to come near the speaker on the bottom sur-

face of the computer.

• Because the speaker contains a magnet, metal

objects may become attached to the bottom

surface of the computer. This may cause the

computer to be unstable, or may mark the sur-

face of the desk on which it is sitting.

• If floppy disks, magnetic memory cards, or

other magnetic media approach the speaker,

there is a risk that data will be destroyed.

The external antenna connector is for use as

an extension in the future.

CAUTION

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

This transmitter must not be co-located

or operated in conjunction with any other

antenna or transmitter.

Optional Port Replicator contains TNC

connector for external mounted antenna.

Employed antenna cannot exceed 7 dBi

antenna gain and must be professionally

installed. Also, must maintain minimum

20 cm spacing between external antenna

and all person’s body during wireless

mode of operation.

Expansion Bus Connector

External Antenna Connectors

Names and Functions of Parts

CAUTION

Do not allow metallic objects or mag-

netic media to come near these areas.

Getting Started

Using the Tether

The tether can be attached to the bottom right or bottom left corner of the display. It prevents

the stylus (included) from falling accidentally.

Attaching the Tether

Tether

CAUTION

When closing the display, be careful not to catch the tether between the display and

main part of the computer. (See the figure below.)

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.

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 are not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support.

Insert the battery pack.

Unlock the cover by sliding the latch to the right.

CAUTION

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.

Be sure to insert the battery pack as illustrated.

2Slide the latch down, and then without releasing it, open the cover as illustrated.

3Slide the battery pack inward until it is firmly in place.

Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. ( page 36)

Be sure to read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the

seal on the computer’s packaging.

Model No : CF-AA1623A

AC adaptor ..........1

Model No :CF-VZSU30

AC Cord ...............1 Battery Pack........1

Modem Telephone

Cable ......................1

Operating Instructions

(This book)

.................... 1

Windows® Book .... 1

Product Recovery

CD-ROM ................ 3

( “Touchscreen(Advanced)”)

Soft Cloth ...............1

Confirm that the latch lock is correctly in place. If you carry your computer

without the latch lock in place, the battery pack may fall out.

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

( page 7).

CAUTION

4Close the cover until it clicks into place.

Latch

Cover

Stylus .....................1

Tether ...................... 1 Shoulder Strap ........1

( page 9)( page 11)

5Lock the cover by sliding the latch to the left.

Getting Started

Open the display.

1Pull up on the latch A and release the latch B.

2Lift open the display.

Slide the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indi-

cator turns on before releasing it.

CAUTION

Connect your computer to a power outlet.

CAUTION

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 de-

vice 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.

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.

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

from your AC wall outlet.

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

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

power source (UPS) is highly recommended unless the battery pack is installed.

Turn your computer on.

Latch A

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

cause the power to be turned off forcibly.

Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.

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

powering it on again.

Setup Windows.

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

page 20).

Latch B

Power Switch

Power Indicator

DC-IN Jack

DC IN 16 V

1At [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], select [Next].

2After reading the agreement, select [I accept this agreement] or [I don’t accept this

agreement], then select [Next].

NOTE

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

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

Setup] is displayed.

Do not use the touchscreen during the Windows setup.

CAUTION

3Select settings for your region, then select [Next].

4Enter your name and organization and then select [Next].

Getting Started

First-time Operation

Calibrate the touchscreen.

1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse] -

[TouchScreen] - [Calibration].

2Touch the “+” mark on the calibration screen with the stylus (included) for about

one second.

3After the calibration procedure is executed (e.g., after the nine “+” marks are

touched), the procedure ends when Enter is pressed.

4Select [OK].

1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new account].

2Enter a name for the new account, then select [Next].

3Select [Computer administrator], then select [Create Account].

4<When you want to create a password for the new account>

Select the new account you have created and select [Create a password].

Follow the instructions on the screen to create a password.

5Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Restart] to restart the computer.

CAUTION

Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be oper-

ated.

You can create a password reset disk beforehand

( page 16).

5Enter your computer name and administrator password and then select [Next].

CAUTION

Remember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot be

operated.

6Enter the correct date, time and time zone, then select [Next].

The computer will restart.

7Enter your administrator password and select .

Create a new account.

NOTE

It will 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.

Getting Started

When creating a new user account:

• If you make mail settings, create password reset disks ( page 16), or conduct

other related operations before creating the user account, you will be unable to use

any previous mail history or settings.

• When you create the first new account, you can only select [Computer administra-

tor].

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

tional limited user accounts.

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 dis-

played.

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

ing step

, select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic], and select [Icon Enlarger]. This

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

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

NOTE

This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.

Start up Windows Media Player.

Log on with the administrator authority, and select on the screen.

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 Win-

dows Media Player, it is necessary to agree to the license agreement for each account

created.

If [I Decline] is selected or a window is closed without any decision being made in the

license agreement, no icons on the desktop may be selected. In this case, restart the

computer.

After completing the settings, select on the screen, and close the Windows Media

Player.

If you use the wireless LAN, be sure to refer to the Reference Manual’s “Wireless LAN”.

NOTE

Getting Started

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

other displays may differ, or some functions (such as use of the password reset disk)

may be inoperable. Check with your system administrator for details.

You can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu.

You can also change the way a user logs on or off.

The procedure in this manual uses the method or view of the Windows XP default

setting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.).

Resetting the password

Windows XP has a function to reset a forgotten password.

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

the steps below.

Connect the USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) to your computer.

Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and select the account you used

to logon.

Select [Prevent a forgotten password] from the [Related Tasks] menu of the ac-

count you have logged on to, and create a password reset disk following the on-

screen instructions.

Store the password reset disk in a safe place.

·Only the logon password for each account can be reset.

The password set in the Setup Utility cannot be reset. ( “Setup Utility”)

Information for Windows XP

First-time Operation

Operation

Open the display.

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.

CAUTION

While booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator ( )

has turned off.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

• Touching the power switch or the tablet buttons.

• Performing any keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (or external mouse) op-

erations.

• Closing the display.

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

powering it on again.

When using this computer with the battery pack only, it may take some time

for the power to turn on after sliding the power switch. In this case, slide the

power switch and hold it for more than one second. This phenomenon oc-

curs because the standby power is minimized while the power is turned off; it

is not a malfunction.

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 Panasonic Technical Support.

Pull up on the latch A and release the latch B.

Lift open the display.2

Latch B

Power Switch

Power Indicator

Latch A

When the power is turned on, sometimes the message “Warming up the sys-

tem. Please wait...” (up to 25 minutes) is displayed or the battery indicator

alternately blinks green and orange. This function is designed to prevent

hard disk drive malfunctions that may occur at low temperatures. Wait for

the computer to start up.

NOTE

Enter your password*1 and press Enter .( “Security Measures”)

Will Start

Will Not Start

(Power off)

If [Enter Password] is displayed,

*1Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility

(not the Windows password).

Three incorrect attempts

No password for about a minute

The correct password

Enter Password [ ]

Operation

Starting Up/Shutting Down

The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the touch

pad, the tablet button, the touchscreen 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, the touchscreen or an external

mouse (when one is connected) is used or a key or the tablet button 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 Space or Enter 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 Ctrl .

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. (

“Standby/Hibernation Functions”)

NOTE

Log on to Windows.

After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator ( ) has turned off, select the user

and input the password, then select . Until the correct password entered, the com-

puter will not operate.

Select your application.

You are able to start working on your computer.

Operation

Shutting Down (power off your computer)

To quickly resume computer operation after shutting down,

The standby or hibernation function is available ( “Standby/Hibernation

Functions”).

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 immediately (

“Standby/Hibernation Functions”).

NOTE

Save important data and close each application.

Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer].

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 U .

CAUTION

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, touchscreen, tablet buttons, or external mouse

operations.

• Closing the display.

Close the display.

1Close the display.

2Pull up on the latch A.

3Position the latch B on the display side, then bring the latch A down to fix the

display in place.

Latch A

Latch B

Operation

Touch Pad (Basic Operation)

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

For instructions on how to operate, refer to “Touch Pad”.

Handling the Touch Pad

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

work surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails) or hard ob-

jects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pen).

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 touch pad becomes dirty:

Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied with

detergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung.

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.

Two quick taps, but on

the second tap leaving

your finger down (apply-

ing pressure) and moving

it on the work surface.

While holding down the

button, moving your fin-

ger on the work surface.

Function Touch Pad Operation

Moving the Cursor

Tapping/Clicking

Double-Tapping/

Double-Clicking

Dragging

Move the tip of your finger lightly

over the surface.

tapping clicking

double-tapping

Left Button

Right Button

Work Surface

double-clicking

Operation

Touchscreen (Basic Operation)

Your computer is equipped with a touchscreen function allowing you to perform the same opera-

tions as the touch pad or mouse by touching the surface of the display with the stylus (included).

(The following explanation gives one example (for the default settings).)

The operation settings can be changed. For detailed information, refer to “Touchscreen”.

Moving the cursor

Double-clicking

Clicking

Dragging

Cursor

Handling the Touchscreen

Use the stylus included with the computer. Do not use an implement other than the stylus that

comes with the computer.

Do not place any object on the surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects

(e.g., nails), or hard objects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point pens).

Do not operate the computer when such things as dust are on the screen. Do not allow contact

with substances that could dirty the touchscreen, such as oil.

When the touchscreen becomes dirty:

Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth included with the computer.

• Do not use benzene or thinner, or rubbing alcohol.

• For more information, refer to “Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD Surface” that comes

• with the soft cloth.

Handling the Stylus

Clean the stylus tip and screen prior to operation. Foreign particles can scratch the screen and

impede the operation of the stylus.

Use the stylus only for the computer screen. Using it for any other purpose may damage the

stylus and scratch the screen.

Stylus

One tap

Touch and hold the object (i. e.

file or icon), move the stylus on

the surface (dragging the ob-

ject to the desired location),

then release the stylus.

Two quick

taps

To right-click:

Select on the taskbar.

changes to .

Select the object you want to right-click.

NOTE

Operation

Operating in Tablet Mode

Usage Example

In Tablet Mode, the computer can be operated while holding the body as shown in the figure.

In addition to being used as a regular notebook computer (Laptop mode), this computer can

also be operated in Tablet mode. Simply turn the display around 180°, and close the computer

with the display facing up. In Tablet mode, the computer can be operated using the touch-

screen ( page 21), the software keyboard and the tablet buttons ( “Tablet But-

tons”), instead of the internal keyboard and the touch pad.

Set the computer in Tablet mode using the following procedure.

1Open the display so that it is perpendicular with the body of the computer.

2Slide the latch C to the right, and then without releasing it, turn the display clockwise by

180°.

3Close the computer with the display facing up.

CAUTION

Do not rotate the display more than 180°, or attempt to rotate the display counter-

clockwise.

Latch A

Latch B

To return to Laptop mode:

Perform the steps for changing the computer into

Tablet mode, only in reverse order.

Pull up on latch A and release the latch B.

Open the display.

Slide the latch C to the right, and then without

releasing it, turn the display counter-clockwise

by 180°.

NOTE

4Pull up on the latch A.

5Position the latch B on the display side, then bring the latch A down to fix the display in

place.

Latch A

2Latch C

Latch C

Operation

You can also start up the software keyboard using the following procedure.

Select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Software Keyboard].

When using the touchscreen function, use only the stylus included with the computer.

NOTE

Changing the Display Settings

To rotate the display

Press the rotation button until the display is set at the angle

that is most comfortable for you.

For detailed information, refer to “Display Rotation”

Inputting Characters

Press the input panel button .

The software keyboard shown below will appear, and characters can be input with the stylus

(included). For detailed information,, refer to “Software Keyboard”.

To adjust the brightness of LCD

Press the LCD brightness control buttons .

You can set the computer so that the display automatically rotates to your preferred

angle when changing from Laptop Mode to Tablet Mode or vice versa. (

“Display Rotation”)

NOTE

Stylus

Tablet Buttons

LCD brightness control

Input Panel

Enter

Rotation

Security

Operation

Illustrations may be difficult to view depending on the magnification. If the illustration is too small, magnify the display.

When the taskbar is hidden at the bottom portion of Acrobat Reader, set the maximum display window size.

If a printer is connected, we recommend printing pages. The illustrations and display samples may not print with a high

quality.

NOTE

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, these manuals can

also be printed.

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.)

Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which is necessary for computing away from

your home or office.

It also offers helpful explanations on how to use the touchscreen more effectively.

Opening the Reference Manual or Important Tips

Reference Manual

Select [Reference Manual] in [start].

Important Tips

Select on the desktop.

Important Tips can also be accessed from the following menu.

Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]

When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is started up for the first time, the License Agreement of the Acrobat Reader may be

displayed. If it is displayed, after reading the agreement, select [Accept] to access the Reference Manual or Important Tips.

Refer to Acrobat Reader Help to use the Acrobat Reader.

Operation

Useful Information

Environment

In use: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}

Humidity : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)

Not in use: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}

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

Usage Environment

NOTE

Only use the computer within the allowable temperature range.

When the computer is left powered on in a low temperature environment, set [Turn off

hard disks] to [Never] in the following menu to avoid damage to the hard disk drive.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Power

Schemes]

Places not to use your computer

Such areas may result in damage to the computer.

Areas with electronic equipment

These areas may interfere with your display or cause your computer to produce strange

sounds.

Areas with extremely high/low temperatures

Do not leave things near the computer that are sensitive to heat. During operation, the

computer may become warm.

Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.

Handling

This computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, the

leakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided against

such trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely careful in the handling.

Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.

Do not carry your computer when it is on.

Remove all external devices and cables, and PC Cards sticking out of the computer (see the

figure on the left) before transporting the computer.

We recommend preparing a fully charged battery.

When transporting spare batteries inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommended that it

be placed in a plastic bag so that its contacts are protected.

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

strong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.

Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the display.

Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.

Always carry your computer with you. Never check it in with luggage. For use of the com-

puter inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy on this issue.

It is a good idea to make backup copies on disks and carry them with you.

Operation

Touch Pad

page 20

Maintenance

Areas excluding the display

Wipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with water to the

soft cloth and firmly wringing out excess water.

Display

Use the Soft Cloth included with the computer. (For more information, refer to “Suggestions

About Cleaning the LCD Surface” that comes with the Soft Cloth.)

If the Protective Film becomes dirty or damaged, it may be time to replace your Protective

Film. The Protective Film is a disposable item. To find out the model number of your Protec-

tive Film, contact Panasonic Technical Support. (For more information, refer to the “Operat-

ing Instructions” that come with the Protective Film.)

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.

Do not directly add or spray water or detergent. If liquid enters the inside of the com-

puter, it may cause it to work improperly or be damaged.

CAUTION

Do not touch the screen before you re-attach a Protective Film, as you may leave a mark

or a scratch on the screen.

CAUTION

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 down 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 disks.

Backing up data to disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer or should

you inadvertently change or erase data.

Use the security function for all important data. ( “Security Measures”)

Hard Disk Lock

When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the

hard disk when the hard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set

for the hard disk. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read/write

data as before. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same

as they were before the hard disk was removed. (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not

guarantee the complete protection of data.) ( “Security Measures”)

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

them regularly.

We recommend you run the software:

• When booting your computer.

• 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).

Computer Viruses

Useful Information

Operation

When Using Peripheral Devices

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

vices, cables, etc. Also, in addition to following this manual and the Reference Manual, care-

fully read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.

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

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

connectors.

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

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

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

Do not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables forcefully.

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 data encryption.

Wireless LAN

When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This Device

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. 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) ( page 42). (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 device without deleting commercial soft-

ware that you have installed to the hard disk, you may be in violation of the licensing

agreement for that software.

When Changing Hard Disk Partitions

When using the hard disk backup function ( page 38), do not divide up the hard disk before

creating a backup region. If you do this, the backup region cannot be created. Divide into the

partition when the backup region is created.

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 to Panasonic Technical Support.

[start] - [All programs] - [Windows Update]

Troublesahooting

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 Panasonic Technical Support.

Error Code/Message

0211: Keyboard error

0251: System CMOS checksum

bad - Default configuration

used

0271: Check date and time set-

tings

0280: Previous boot incomplete

- Default configuration used

0613: Serial Port*1 configura-

tion changed

0614: Serial Port*1 config. error

- device disabled

*1The port name, such as A or B, is

displayed, indicating the conflict-

ing ports.

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to

Setup

Operating System not found

Action

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

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.

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

priate values as needed.

If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-

sonic Technical Support.

The data and time setting are incorrect.

Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly.

If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-

sonic Technical Support.

Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to their default

values, and the computer has been restarted.

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

ate values as needed.

I/O address and IRQ settings are in conflict.

Run the Setup Utility and change the settings in [Advanced] menu so there is no port

conflicts.

Write down the error details and press F2 to run the Setup Utility. Confirm the

settings, and change the settings to the appropriate values as needed.

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

boot from.

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 change it to another if not.

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

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

If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation procedure. If not, contact Pana-

sonic Technical Support.

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

and set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].

To run the Setup Utility

Restart the computer.

Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure.

Troubleshooting

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

The power indicator or bat-

tery indicator is not lit

The computer does not op-

erate when a USB device is

connected

[Enter Password] is dis-

played

POST Startup Error(s) is

displayed

Windows startup, or an op-

eration is extremely slow

The date and time are incor-

rect

When resuming from the

standby or hibernation

mode, [Enter Password]

does not appear even if a

password has been set in the

Setup Utility

When the administrator

password is forgotten

When “Remove disks or

other media. Press any key

to restart” (or a similar mes-

sage) is displayed

Check the cable connection for the AC adaptor.

Check to see if a fully charged battery is properly installed.

Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.

The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected. Disconnect the

USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup

Utility.

Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact Pa-

nasonic Technical Support.

page 28

Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup

Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings). Then, the Setup

Utility must be run once again for you to input the appropriate operating environment

settings. (The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this opera-

tion may not cause the processing speed to increase.)

Disable any resident software.

You can set the date and time using the following menu.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Date and Time]

When the computer is connected to a LAN, confirm the date and time of the server.

If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock may

need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year 2100 A.D.

Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear

when the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode.

If you want to use the security function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the

Windows password as follows:

Select the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and set the

password.

Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby]

in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].

Set the password again in the following procedure.

If you have created a password reset disk ( page 16), a message is displayed when

you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s instructions and set the

password again by using the password reset disk.

If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstalling, setup Windows and then

set the password again.

This means a floppy disk that does not contain system startup information has been left in

the floppy disk drive. Remove the floppy disk, and press any key.

This message may appear when certain USB devices are connected. Remove the USB

device, or set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility to [Disable].

If the message still appears even after trying the above two measures, this may be an

indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical

Support.

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. You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s usage status. ( “Dealing with

Problems (Advanced)”)

Starting Up

Troublesahooting

No display after powering on

The power has not been

turned off, but after a cer-

tain period of time, there is

no display

When the battery pack is

used, the screen is darker

than when the AC adaptor

is connected

An afterimage appears (e.g.,

green, red, and blue dots

remain on the display) or

there are dots not display-

ing the correct colors

The external display no

longer displays properly

When you want to display

the fonts or icons at a larger

size

When there is no display to an external display,

• Check your cable connection to the external display.

• Confirm your display is powered on.

• Check the settings for your external display.

The display destination may be set to the external display.

Try changing the display destination by pressing Fn + F3 .

If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing Fn + F3 , make

sure that the display destination has switched completely each time before pressing

Fn + F3 again.

Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness.

Has the computer been set to the power-saving mode?

To resume operation of your computer from the condition the power of the display is off

(for energy conservation purposes), press any key unrelated to the direct triggering of a

selection, like Ctrl .

To save power, your computer may have automatically entered the standby mode (power

indicator blinks green) or hibernation mode (power indicator turns off). In such cases,

slide the power switch.

Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness. Note, however, that when the brightness is

increased, the battery running time will become shorter.

Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and when

it is disconnected.

If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may appear. This

is not a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed.

High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color liquid

crystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the picture elements either

fail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than 99.998% of elements are function-

ing properly), no defect is considered to exist.

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 such cases, turn off the power to the external display.

Change the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” ( “Icon Enlarger”).

Display

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.

Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select

[Properties].

Select [Tools] - [Check Now].

Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].

At startup, hold down F8 when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1, and release

your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computer

in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.

*1When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] boot

screen disappears. Hold down F8 soon after inputting the password and pressing Enter .

Starting Up (continued)

When the previous item is

not the cause

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

Troubleshooting

The red indicator lights

The red indicator blinks

The orange indicator blinks

The green indicator blinks

The battery indicator blinks

green and orange alternately

The battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).

Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery 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. Remove the battery pack and dis-

connect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.

If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Possible failure in the

battery pack or charging circuit.

Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the battery

pack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowable

range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be

used normally in this state.

In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the level that corresponds to an

80%*1 charge for normal temperature mode. ( “Battery Power”) Do not re-

move the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green or the power will be

turned off forcibly.

*1 In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal temperature

mode is displayed as [100%].

Warming up the system to prevent hard disk drive malfunctions at low temperature. Leave

your computer as is. Once the allowable temperature range requirement is satisfied, your

computer will start automatically.

Battery Indicator

Display (continued)

During simultaneous dis-

play, one of the screens be-

comes disordered

When an a moving picture

such as an MPEG file is be-

ing played with Media

Player, the display destina-

tion cannot be switched us-

ing Fn + F3

Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .

If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display destination in the fol-

lowing menu.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) Extreme Graphics 2

M] - [Devices]

When the [Command Prompt] is set to “Full Screen” by pressing Alt + Enter , the

picture is displayed on one of the screens only. When the window display is restored by

pressing Alt + Enter , the picture is displayed on both screens.

The display destination cannot be switched while a moving picture such as an MPEG file

is playing. Stop playing the moving picture before switching the display destination.

Windows cannot be shut

down or restarted

Shutting down

If a USB device is connected, try removing it.

Troublesahooting

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

The display cannot be ro-

tated and the operation of

the touch pad and the touch-

screen do not match the dis-

play angle

The display is not rotated

automatically by switching

from Laptop mode to Tab-

let mode, or vice versa

When the screensaver starts

while the display is rotated,

nothing is displayed on the

screen

Display Rotation

When some applications are running, the display may not be rotated and the operation of

the touch pad and the touchscreen may not match the display angle. Press the rotation

button 1 - 3 times (until the operation of the touch pad and the touchscreen matches

the display angle). After exiting the application, rotate the display, then start up the

application again.

If the problem persists, restart the computer.

Confirm that the default angle of each mode is correctly set. ( “Display Rotation”)

Do not switch from Laptop mode to Tablet mode, or vice versa, while Windows is in the

process of switching users with the Fast User Switching function.

Some screensaver types do not display anything on the screen for the first minute or so.

Try changing the screensaver type.

Touch Pad / Touchscreen

If you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been connected

correctly.

Restart the computer by using the keyboard (Press , U , and select [Restart] with

R ).

Be sure to use the Display Rotation Tool to rotate the display.

If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands, read “No response”

( page 33).

When the Microsoft® IntelliMouse™ Wheel mode or the original mode is set for the

touch pad, only scroll operations are possible for the right part or bottom part of the touch

pad. In this case, cursor operations are possible by using the work surface excluding the

right part or bottom part. When no mode is set, the entire surface of the touch pad can be

used for cursor operations.

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]?

When external mouse drivers are installed (e.g., Intellimouse), the touch pad may not be

used.

Has the touch pad driver been properly installed?

As a result of the physical characteristics of the touchscreen, sometimes the position of

the stylus does not match the position of the cursor on the screen. This is not a malfunc-

tion. Perform [Calibration] ( page 14).

Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touchscreen] to [Enable]?

When mouse drivers are installed (i.e. IntelliMouse), the touchscreen is unable to be

used.

Has the touchscreen driver been properly installed?

The cursor cannot be con-

trolled properly

The cursor does not move in

scrolling area of the touch

pad

Unable to input using the

touch pad

Unable to point correctly

with the stylus included

with the computer

Unable to input by touching

the display

Is Acrobat Reader installed?

If Acrobat Reader is not installed, run [c:\util\reader\acroreader51_enu_full.exe] in [start]

- [Run] to reinstall the program. When installing the program, do not change the instal-

lation destination folder. If the destination folder is changed, the Reference Manual can-

not be opened from the [start] menu.

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual is

not displayed

Troubleshooting

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 combinations with the Fn key may not work.

• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.

• Wireless LAN may not work.

• A serial mouse may not work.

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 computer.

Fast User Switching Function

Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application

which is not responding.

After shutting down by sliding the power switch for more than four seconds, slide the

power switch to power on and open the application again.

If the program no longer works normally, delete the program using the following menu.

Then reinstall the program.

[start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]

Some video files use a Codec that is not installed as a standard. In these cases, if you play

back the video file after connecting to the Internet, the Codec may be downloaded auto-

matically, allowing you to play back the file.

Start up Windows® Media Player from [start] - [All Programs]. Also, you can copy the

icon from [All Programs] list to the desktop and use this icon to start Windows® Media

Player.

Did the user who first accepted the Windows® Media Player license agreement have the

administrator authority? Two icons will be displayed until someone with the administrator

authority accepts the license agreement, but either icon can be used to start the program.

Others

No response

When trying to play back

video files using Windows®

Media Player, the message

[Codec required] appears,

and the file cannot be played

back

The shortcut icon for the

Windows® Media Player is

not displayed on the desktop

Two shortcut icons for the

Windows® Media Player are

displayed on the desktop

Troublesahooting

Make a selection from the menu.

When selecting [2], enter the basic partition size for

the operating system installation and press

Enter .

(The data partition size is the remainder after subtract-

ing the basic partition size.)

To select [3], the initial 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 func-

tion 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 Y .

If the message [Computer must be rebooted in order to

execute [Recovery.]] appears, press R .

When [2] is selected, the hard disk backup func-

tion cannot be enabled because the hard disk has

been divided into partitions.

NOTE

Reinstalling Software

Before Reinstallation

Preparing

Product Recovery CD-ROM (included)

Panasonic USB CD/DVD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1M or CF-VDRRT2W )

Important

Before the reinstallation procedure, remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive).

Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the reinstallation procedure is completed.

Reinstalling

Turn off the computer and connect the CD/DVD drive to

the USB port.

Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic]

boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Pass-

word.

Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and

then press F9 .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter .

Select [Boot] menu, then select [USB CD/DVD Drive]

and press F6 until [USB CD/DVD Drive] is at the top

of the [Boot] menu.

Place disc number one of the recovery CDs into the CD/

DVD drive.

Press F10 .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter . The computer will restart.

When the message [The Backup function has been en-

abled. If [Recovery] or [Erase HDD] is executed, the

Backup function will be disabled, and your Backup data

will be lost.] appears, press Y .

Press 1 to execute [1.[Recovery]].

(You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 .)

The License Agreement screen should appear.

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.

(This is not the case when Windows is reinstalled in the first partition.)

• If you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstallation procedure.

Press 1 to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above

and wish to continue!].

This screen should appear.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Select a number

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Reinstalling : Windows(R) XP Professional

1. Reinstall Windows to the whole HDD to factory default.

2. Make two partitions, for the operating system and data. And reinstall

Windows to the operating system partition.

(All existing partitions on HDD will be lost.)

3. Reinstall Windows to the first partition.

0. Cancel

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Troubleshooting

Do not interrupt the reinstallation procedure be-

fore 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 pro-

cedure cannot be executed.

When a message appears instructing you to insert

the next CD, insert the recovery CD showing the

next number in the sequence, and then select [OK].

If the message [The media does not contain the

correct file] appears, select [OK]. A message will

appear instructing you to insert the next CD.

Confirm that the proper recovery CD has been in-

serted by opening the cover of the CD/DVD drive

and then close the cover, then select [OK].

CAUTION

At the confirmation message , press Y .

The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts au-

tomatically. (The operations take about 20 minutes.)

Perform the first-time use operation ( page 13 step

- page 15 step

Run the Setup Utility and change the settings where nec-

essary.

If additional instructions are included with the com-

puter, be sure to read them. It may be necessary to

perform additional operations during the following

procedures.

NOTE

After the reinstallation procedure completes, this screen

should appear.

Remove the recovery CD, and then press any key.

The computer will be shut down.

----------------------------------------------------------------

[Recovery] is complete.

Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot.

Please remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM.

After tuning off the power, disconnect the CD/DVD-ROM drive, and turn

the power on again.

----------------------------------------------------------------

Remove the CD/DVD Drive.

Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic]

boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.

Press F9 .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter . (The Setup Utility settings will return to their

default values. Even the security settings with the ex-

ception of the password(s) will return to their default

values.)

Select [Exit] and then select [Save Current Values], then

press Enter .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter .

Turn the computer off by sliding the power switch.

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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 opera-

tional 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 ( page 34).

Disconnect or remove all peripheral devices (except for the CD/DVD drive), as the backup area

may not be created properly while these devices are connected.

Be sure the AC adaptor is connected to the computer.

A backup area cannot be created if the hard disk is already divided into several partitions. Return

the computer to its condition at the time of purchase (one partition only), and create the backup

area.

To divide the partition, make the selection when the backup area is created ( page 39 step

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.

The hard disk backup function will only work for the internal hard disk. This function does not

work with an external hard disk.

Backup and restore functions will not operate if the hard disk has been damaged.

Do not use the NTFS file system compression function, as this may result in insufficient capacity

of the backup area.

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).

Execute a disk error check using the following procedure.

Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select [Properties].

Select [Check Now] from [Tools].

In [Check Disk], select [Start] without adding a check mark beside any of the items.

If a message is displayed indicating that there is an error in the disk, display [Check Disk], and

add a check mark for [Automatically fix file system errors] and [Scan for and attempt recov-

ery of bad sectors], select [Start], and check for disk errors again.

The hard disk backup function does not accommodate dynamic disks. Do not convert the hard

disk to a dynamic disk.

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 malfunc-

tion, 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

Product Recovery CD-ROM (included)

Panasonic USB CD/DVD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1M or CF-VDRRT2W )

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Turn off the computer and connect the CD/DVD drive to the USB port.

Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will then start.

If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password. You cannot register [Boot] menu

with a User Password.

Select [Boot] menu, then select [USB CD/DVD Drive] and press F6 until [USB CD/DVD

Drive] is at the top of the [Boot] menu.

Place disc number one of the recovery CDs into the CD/DVD drive.

Press F10 .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .

The computer will restart. If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedures,

input the Supervisor Password or the User Password.

This screen should appear.

Press 3 to execute [3.[Backup]].

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. If newly created or edited data is backed up later, data stored previously

in the backup area will be lost.

NOTE

Create a Backup Area

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 proce-

dure 8 to divide the hard disk.

CAUTION

The usable hard disk area

[At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created]

The backup area

Cannot be accessed

from Windows.

Can be accessed from

Windows (One partition).

At the confirmation message, press Y .

Select how to divide the hard disk from the menu.

Select [1].

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Select a number

---------------------------------------------------------------------

1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.

2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.

3. [ Backup ] Enable the Backup function.

0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

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When the confirmation message is displayed, press Y .

The backup area is then created.

When the message [You must reboot in order to enable the Backup function] appears, remove

the recovery CD, and press any key to restart the computer. The computer is restarted, then the

backup process will begin.

When the message [[Backup] is complete] appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart

the computer.

Do not press Ctrl + Alt + Del until the message is displayed.

CAUTION

The [Boot] menu in the Setup Utility is set to start up from the CD/DVD drive. Change this

setting if necessary.

The next time the backup or restore functions are executed, follow the procedure for [Back-

ing Up and Restoring Data] ( below).

NOTE

Turn the computer on, and press F2 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.

Select [Exit] menu, then select [Hard Disk Backup / Restore] and press Enter .

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .

Backing Up and Restoring Data

Before executing the backup function, execute a disk error check ( page 38).

Do not interrupt the backup or restore functions before completion, for example by turning

off the power or pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del , as this may prevent Windows from

starting up, or may cause data to be lost so that the backup and restore functions cannot be

executed.

CAUTION

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.

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.

The usable hard disk area

[At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created]

The backup area

Cannot be accessed

from Windows.

Can be accessed from

Windows (Two partitions).

Hard Disk Backup Function

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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

for [Reinstalling Software] ( page 34). 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 ( page 27).

• When [3] is selected, the hard disk backup function cannot be disabled.

CAUTION

When the hard disk backup function has been enabled, even if a commercial data erasing

utility or similar software is used to erase all data from user-accessible area, the backed up

data will not be erased. You can use the hard disk data erase utility included in this com-

puter ( page 42) 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.

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.

When the message [[Backup] is complete] or [[Restore] is complete] is displayed, press

Ctrl ++

+ Alt ++

+ Del 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.

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.)

2At 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.)

2At the confirmation message, press Y .

The restore process will begin.

The time required to complete the backup or restore process differs depending on the

data volume.

NOTE

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Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

Procedure

Turn off the computer and connect the CD/DVD drive to the

USB port.

Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic]

boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.

Select [Boot] menu, then select [USB CD/DVD Drive] and

press F6 until [USB CD/DVD Drive] is at the top of the

[Boot] menu.

Place disc number one of the recovery CDs into the CD/

DVD drive.

Press F10 . At the confirmation message, select [Yes]

and press Enter . The computer will restart.

When the message [The Backup function has been enabled.

If [Recovery] or [Erase HDD] is executed, the Backup func-

tion will be disabled, and your Backup data will be lost.]

appears, press Y .

Press 2 to execute [2. [Erase HDD]].

(You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 .)

When the message [The Backup function has been enabled.

If [Erase HDD] is executed, the Backup function will be

disabled, and your Backup data will be lost.] appears, press

Y .

When the message [Computer must be rebooted in order to

execute [Erase HDD.]] appears, press R .

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. 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 recommend 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.

NOTE

Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the procedure is completed.

This utility can only be used for internal hard disk. It cannot be used to erase data from external hard disks.

This utility cannot erase data from damaged disk.

This utility cannot erase data for specific partitions.

After executing this utility, the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk.

The backup area and the data in the backup area will be erased.

Preparing

Product Recovery CD-ROM (included)

Panasonic USB CD/DVD drive (optional: USB CD/DVD drive (optional: CF-VDRRT1M or CF-VDRRT2W )

At the confirmation message, press Y .

When [<<<Start Menu>>>] is displayed, press Enter .

The approximate time required for erasing data will be dis-

played.

Press Space .

At the confirmation message, press Enter .

The operation of erasing the hard disk starts.

(If necessary, the “hard disk data erase” operation can be

cancelled after it has begun by pressing Ctrl + C .

If the operation is cancelled before being completed, a part

of the data will not be erased.)

After the operation is complete:

Under normal conditions, the message [Hard disk data has

been deleted.] will be displayed.

If a problem occurred during the operation, an error mes-

sage will be displayed.

Remove the recovery CD, and then press any key to turn off

the computer.

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Specifications

CF-18DHAZXKM

Intel® Pentium M processor 1.1 GHz ULV

1 MB*1

256 MB*1 (768 MB*1 Max.)

UMA (64 MB*1 Max.)*2

10.4 type (TFT)

65536/Approx. 16,000,000 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots)

65536/Approx. 16,000,000 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots/1280 x 1024 dots)*4

40 GB*5

Windows keyboard (82 keys)

Touch Pad

Touchscreen (Anti-Reflection, Stylus (included) touch capable)

Two Type I or Type II, or one Type III

3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA

200-pin, 2.5 V, SO-DIMM, DDR-SDRAM, PC2100 Compliant

Dsub 9-pin Male

Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA

4-pin x 2, USB2.0

RJ-11 Data:56 kbps (V.92 & K56flex*8) FAX:14.4 kbps

RJ 45 IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX

IEEE 802.11b/g compliant Frequency 2.4 GHz band

Dedicated 100-pin female

Dedicated 50 Ω coaxial connector x 2

Monaural Speaker

AC ’97 2.1 Compatible, 18 bits full duplex stereo

Li-ion 7.4 V, 6.6 Ah

Approx. 4.5 hours - 8 hours*10 (Approx. 6 hours*11)

Approx. 7 h

Approx. 3.5 h

Coin type lithium battery 3.0 V

Input : 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz / 60 Hz Output : 16.0 V DC, 2.5 A

Approx. 18 W*14 / Approx. 41 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)

271 mm X 49 mm X 216 mm {10.7 " X 1.93 " X 8.5 "}

Approx. 2.1 kg {Approx. 4.5 lb.}

Model No.

CPU

L2 (Second) Cache Memory

Memory

Video Memory

LCD Type

Displayed Colors*3

External Display

Hard Disk Drive

Keyboard

Pointing Device

PC Card Slot

Allowable current (total for two slots)

RAM Module Slot*6

Serial Port

Microphone Jack*7

Interface Headphone Jack

USB Port

Modem

LAN

Wireless LAN

Expansion Bus Connector

External Antenna Connector

Speaker

Sound

Battery Pack

Operating Time*9

Charging Time*9Power On

Power Off

Clock Battery

AC Adaptor*12

Power Consumption*13

Environment

In use Temperature

Humidity

Not in use

Temperature

Humidity

Physical Dimensions*15 (W X H X D)

Weight*15

*11 MB = 1,048,576 bytes

*2A 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.

*3A 16,000,000 color display is achieved by using the dithering function.

*4Maximum resolution depends on the specifications of the external display.

*51GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.

*6Only a RAM card designed for PC2100 can be added.

*7Use only a monaural condenser microphone.

*8The settings for the K56flex modem need to be changed according to the AT command.

*9Varies depending on the usage conditions, CPU speed, etc.

*10 Measured using BatteryMarkTM Version 4.0.1 (LCD brightness: Maximum - Minimum)

*11 Measured using MobileMarkTM

2002 (LCD brightness: 60 cd/m2)

*12 <Only for North America>

The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240 V AC adaptor. The computer is supplied with a 125 V AC compatible AC cord.

*13 Approx. 0.7 W when the battery pack is fully charged (or not being charged) and the computer is off.

Approx. 1.5 W when the Wake up from LAN function has been enabled.

*14 Rated power consumption.

*15 The dimensions and weight do not include the hand strap.

Main Specifications

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Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack1a (NTFS File System)

Setup Utility

DMI Viewer

Adobe® Acrobat® Reader

Panasonic Hand Writing

Software Keyboard

Display Rotation Tool

PC Information Viewer

Hard Disk Backup Utility*16

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*16

Intel® PROSet

Icon Enlarger

Software

Operating System

Utility Programs

*16 The Product Recovery CD-ROM is required.

Specifications

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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. This warranty includes the AC adaptor but excludes the batteries and all other options and accessories which are covered for a

period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.

This warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before

warranty performance is rendered.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use. It does not cover damage which occurs

in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic, or failures which result from alteration, accident, misuse, introduction

of liquid or other foreign matter into the unit, abuse, neglect, installation, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, modification or

service by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or authorized Panasonic Service Dealer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Limits and Exclusions:

There are no other express warranties except as listed below.

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. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long

an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. If a problem with your product

develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact our representatives at 1-800-LAPTOP5. If the problem is not handled to your satisfac-

tion, then write to the Consumer Affairs Division at the address indicated below.

SOFTWARE LIMITED WARRANTY

Panasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) warrants to you only that the disk(s) or other media on which the Programs are

furnished will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of delivery thereof to

you, as evidenced by your purchase receipt.

This is the only warranty Panasonic makes to you. Panasonic does not warrant that the functions contained in the Programs will meet your require-

ments or that the operation of the Programs will be uninterrupted or error free.

Panasonic’s entire liability, and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to the replacement, in the United States, of any defective

disk or other media which is returned to Panasonic’s Authorized Service Center, together with a copy of the purchase receipt, within the aforesaid

warranty period.

Anything in the foregoing to the contrary notwithstanding, Panasonic shall have no obligation for any defects in the disk(s) or other media on which the

Programs are furnished resulting from your storage thereof, or for defects that have been caused by operation of the disk(s) or other media otherwise

than on the Product or in environmental conditions other than those specified by Panasonic by alteration, accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishan-

dling, misapplication, installation, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, modification of damage that is attributable to acts of

God. In addition, Panasonic shall have no obligation for any defects in the disk(s) or other media if you have modified, or attempted to modify any

Program.

DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, IS LIMITED TO SIXTY (60) DAYS.

PANASONIC ASSUMES NO RISK OF AND SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,

ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONTRACT, NEGLI-

GENCE OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF GOODWILL, PROFITS OR REVENUE, LOSS OF USE

OF THE PROGRAMS OR PRODUCTS OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT,

FACILITIES, SERVICES, DOWNTIME COSTS, OR CLAIMS OF ANY PARTY DEALING WITH YOU FOR SUCH DAMAGES.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so

the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

This Limited Warranty will be governed by the laws the State of New York, without regard to its conflict-of-laws rules.

* * *

To obtain service or technical assistance within the continental U.S.A. and Alaska.

DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-LAPTOP5

Correspondence requesting product information should be sent to:

Panasonic Computer Solutions Company

50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094

For U.S.A.

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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.

Remedy – In the event of a warranty claim, contact PCI’s representatives within the applicable warranty period, identifying the nature of the defect

claimed, at 1-800-668-8386 between 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., Eastern Time Zone, Mon. – Fri. (excluding holidays) for instructions on how to obtain

service. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. Defective parts covered by

this Limited Warranty will be repaired or replaced with new or comparable rebuilt parts on an exchange basis. Warranty replacement or repair is

subject to the terms of this Limited Warranty for the balance of the original period of warranty coverage.

No Coverage – This Limited Warranty does not cover products purchased outside Canada. Neither does it cover damage to, failure of, or defects in

a product or accessory through mishandling, improper installation, abnormal use, misuse, neglect, accident, introduction of liquid or other foreign

matter into the product, alteration or servicing by anyone not authorized by PCI, or act of God.

IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE

Carefully pack the product, preferably in the original carton. Include details of defect claimed and proof of date of original purchase. No liability is

assumed for loss or damage to the product while in transit, if you chose your own transportation carrier.

SOFTWARE MEDIA LIMITED WARRANTY

Coverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, that the disk(s) or other media on which software program(s)

is/are supplied will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use in Canada for a period of sixty (60) days from date of receipt

as evidenced by your purchase receipt for your Panasonic Computer product.

THIS IS THE ONLY WARRANTY THAT PCI MAKES RESPECTING THE SOFTWARE MEDIA. PCI does not warrant the software. Please refer to the

software licensor’s written warranty (accompanying the copy of the software) for any software warranty claim.

Claim Procedure – In the event of a defect in material or workmanship in the media during the sixty (60) day warranty period, and you return it,

transportation costs prepaid, to Panasonic Canada Inc., Computer Products Marketing, at the above address, within the warranty period, together

with a copy of your purchase receipt, and an explanation of the suspected defect, PCI will replace in Canada the defective disk(s) or other media.

Remedy – PCI’s entire liability, and your only remedy for any breach of this software media warranty is limited to replacement of the media only. It

does not cover any other damages, including, but not limited to, loss of use or profit loss, or special, indirect or consequential damages, or other

claims, whether or not of similar character.

No Coverage – This limited warranty does not apply if the disk(s) or other media has been used in other than a Panasonic product, or in environmen-

tal conditions other than those specified by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishandling, modification or attempted

modification of the program, or if damaged by accident or act of God. PCI is not responsible for damage to or loss of any program, data or removable

storage media.

GENERAL

NO OTHER WARRANTIES – PCI DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,

IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO THE SOFTWARE, SOFT-

WARE MEDIA, COMPUTER PRODUCT, OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES.

NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES – IN NO EVENT SHALL PCI BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUEN-

TIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET OUT IN THIS DOCUMENT, OR FROM THE USE OF THE

COMPUTER PRODUCT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF DATA, BUSINESS, PROFIT OR GOODWILL.

IN ANY EVENT, PCI’S MAXIMUM LIABILITY FOR ANY BREACH SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR THE

COMPUTER PRODUCT.

NO ACTION, REGARDLESS OF ITS BASIS, MAY BE BEGUN AGAINST PCI MORE THAN TWO (2) YEARS AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION

AROSE.

Statutory Warranties – Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations or exclusions, so they may not apply to you.

Scope of Coverage

Whole Product (except Batteries), AC adaptor and CD-ROM

(if factory installed)

Batteries, CD-ROM (unless factory installed), Port Replicator,

Extra Memory Modules and all other Peripherals, Options and

Accessories

Period of Coverage

Three (3) Years from Date of Original

End User Customer Purchase

One (1) Year from Date of Original End

User Customer Purchase

Type of Failure Coverage

Defective Materials or Workmanship

For Canada

LIMITED WARRANTY

AppendixAppendix

Memo

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.

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.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. has

determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy

efficiency.

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