Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-502 Panasonic ToughBook w/ Intel WLAN User Manual Operating Instructions
Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic ToughBook w/ Intel WLAN Operating Instructions
Contents
- 1. Users Manual 1
- 2. Users Manual 2
- 3. Users Manual 3
Users Manual 3
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Operation
Reference Manual
The Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When a printer is connected, the Reference
Manual 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.
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.
Windows XP
When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, PDF files may not be printed properly. In this case,
log off all users, and try the operation once more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.
NOTE
Opening the Reference Manual or Important Tips
Reference Manual
Windows 2000
Select [Reference Manual] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]
Windows XP
Select [Reference Manual] in [start]
Important Tips
Select on the desktop
Important Tips can also be accessed from the following menu.
Windows 2000
Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals].
Windows XP
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.
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Troubleshooting
List of Error Codes
The following is a list of the messages that BIOS can display. Most of them occur during POST. Some of them display informa-
tion about a hardware device, e.g., the amount of memory installed. Others may indicate a problem with a device, such as the way
it has been configured. Following the list are explanations of the messages and remedies for reported problems.
If your system displays any of the below error messages other that the ones marked with an asterisk (*), write down the message
and contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 42). If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the
computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
0200 Failure Fixed Disk
Fixed disk in not working or not configured properly. Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly. Run Setup. Find out
if the fixed-disk type is correctly identified.
0210 Stuck key
Stuck key on keyboard.
0211 Keyboard error
Keyboard not working.
0212 Keyboard Controller Failed
Keyboard controller failed test. May require replacing keyboard controller.
0213 Keyboard locked - Unlock key switch
Unlock the system to proceed.
0230 System RAM Failed at offset : nnnn
System RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected.
0231 Shadow RAM Failed at offset : nnnn
Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected.
0232 Extended RAM Failed at offset : nnnn
Extended memory not working or not configured properly at offset nnnn.
0250 System battery is dead - Replace and run SETUP
The CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead. Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system.
*0251 System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used
System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data
stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default SETUP Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your
own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 42).
0260 System timer error
The timer test failed. Requires repair of system board.
0270 Real time clock error
Real-time clock fails BIOS test. May require board repair.
*0280 Previous boot incomplete - Default configuration used
Previous POST did not complete successfully. POST loads default values and offers to run Setup. If the failure was caused
by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail. On systems with control of wait states, improper
Setup settings can also terminate POST and cause this error on the next boot. Run Setup and verify that the wait-state
configuration is correct. This error is cleared the next time the system is booted.
0281 Memory Size found by POST differed from EISA CMOS
Memory size found by POST differed from EISA CMOS.
02B0 Diskette drive A error
02B1 Diskette drive B error
Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests. Check to see that the drive is defined with the proper
diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is attached correctly.
02B2 Incorrect Drive A type - run SETUP
Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup.
02B3 Incorrect Drive B type - run SETUP
Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup.
02D0 System cache error - Cache disabled
Contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 42).
02F0: CPU ID:
CPU socket number for Multi-Processor error.
02F4: EISA CMOS not writable
ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS.
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Troubleshooting
02F5: DMA Test Failed
ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers.
02F6: Software NMI Failed
ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt).
02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed
ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.
device address Conflict
Address conflict for specified device.
Allocation Error for: device
Run ISA or EISA Configuration Utility to resolve resource conflict for the specified device.
Failing Bits : nnnn
The hex number nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map
indicates a failed bit. See error 230,231 or 232 for offset address of the failure in System, Extended or Shadow memory.
Invalid System Configuration Data
Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.
I/O device IRQ conflict
I/O device IRQ conflict error.
Operating System not found
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C:. Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly
identified.
Parity Check 1 nnnn
Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the
address, it displays ????. Parity is a method for checking errors in binary data. A parity error indicates that some data has
been corrupted.
Parity Check 2 nnnn
Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the
address, it displays ????.
Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup
Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press <F1> to start the boot process or <F2> to enter a Setup and change the
settings. Write down and follow the information shown on the screen.
List of Error Codes
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Troubleshooting
The power indicator or bat-
tery indicator is not lit
[Enter Password] is displayed
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 “Invalid system disk.
Replace the disk, and then
press any key.” (or a simi-
lar message) is displayed
When the administrator
password is forgotten
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.
Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact
Panasonic Technical Support ( page 42).
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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 set-
tings. (The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this operation
may not cause the processing speed to increase.)
You can set the date and time using the following procedure.
Windows 2000 : [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Date/Time]
Windows XP : [start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Op-
tions] - [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 ( page 42).
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:
Windows 2000
Set the password in [Control Panel] - [Users and Passwords], then add the check mark for
[Prompt for password when computer goes off standby] in [Control Panel] - [Power Op-
tions] - [Advanced].
Windows XP
Select the account to change in [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and set the password, then
add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby] in
[Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
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.
If the message still appears even after trying the above measure, this may be an indication
that some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical Support
( page 42).
Windows 2000
After reinstalling, setup Windows and then set the password again.
Windows XP
If you have created a password reset disk ( page 15), 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.
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 ( page 42).
<Only for CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer's usage status. ( “Dealing with Problems (Advanced)”)
Dealing with Problems (Summary)
Starting Up
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Troubleshooting
Dealing with Problems (Summary)
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
The cursor cannot be con-
trolled properly
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 screen becomes disor-
dered
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.
Try changing the display 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.
When displaying only through an external display, if the computer is shut down by
using the standby or hibernation function, there will be no display on the LCD unless
the external display is connected when operations are resumed. In this case, connect the
external display or press Fn + F3 .
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 or hiberna-
tion mode. ( “Computing on the Road”) Press 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 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
, then press Enter ).
If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands, read “No response” (
page 26).
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 liq-
uid 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
functioning properly), no defect is considered to exist.
Changing the number of colors of the display may affect the screen. Restart the computer.
Stop playing the MPEG file before switching the display destination.
Windows XP
When using Dualview, use the same display colors for the external display as those used
by the LCD.
When using Dualview, do not press Fn + F3 .
Display
When the previous item is
not the cause
Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup
Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings).
Try removing all peripheral devices.
Check a disk error using the following procedure.
1
Display [Local Disk (C:) Properties].
Windows 2000
Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [My Computer], and select [Properties].
Windows XP
Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select [Properties].
2
Select [Tools] - [Check Now].
3
Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].
At start-up, press F8 to operate the computer in the Safe Mode.
At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, and release your
finger when the Windows Advanced Option Menu is displayed. Start the computer in
Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.
Starting Up (continued)
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Troubleshooting
The red indicator lights
The red indicator blinks
The orange indicator blinks
The battery level is very low (the charge is less than approx. 9% capacity).
Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the indicator light is orange. If you
do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After replacing the
battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.
Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and discon-
nect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.
If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or recharg-
ing function may be defective.
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.
Battery Indicator
Some applications do not
work properly
When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following
problems may occur. In this case, log off all users, and try the operation once more. If the
problem persists, restart the computer.
• Some applications may not work properly (for example, PDF files may not be printed
properly).
• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.
• A serial mouse may not work.
•Fn + F3 may not work.
• The wireless LAN cannot be used.
• The B’s CLiP icon will no longer be shown on the taskbar and a CD-RW disc cannot be
written on.
Fast User Switching function Windows XP
The external display no
longer displays properly
When you want to display
the fonts or icons at a larger
size
Windows XP
An error occurs or the computer
freezes while using Dualview
When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with the
computer, the external display may no longer display properly when the computer enters
the condition the power of the display is OFF (for energy conservation purposes). In such
cases, turn off the power to the external display.
Change the settings as follows (for more details, refer to the Windows Help).
Windows 2000
1
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Appearance].
2
Select the scheme labeled “large” or “extra large” in [Scheme] to change the font size,
and select [Icon] in [Item] to change the icon size.
3
Select [OK].
You can change the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” ( page 13).
Windows XP
1
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] - [Appearance].
2
Select the font size in [Font size], and select [Effects] and then add the check mark for
[Use large icons] to increase the icon size.
3
Select [OK], then select [OK].
You can change the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” ( page 14).
If you use a 3D screen saver while in Dualview mode at a high resolution, an error may
occur or the computer may freeze. Under these conditions, do not use a 3D screen saver.
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Troubleshooting
Dealing with Problems (Summary)
Windows cannot be shut
down or restarted
Shutting down
If a USB device is connected, try removing it.
Others
Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close the software application
which is not responding.
After shutting down by pressing the power switch for more than four seconds, press the
power switch to power on and open the application again.
If the program no longer works normally, delete the program using the following proce-
dure. Then reinstall the program.
Windows 2000 : [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs]
Windows XP : [start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]
No response
Is Acrobat Reader installed?
If Acrobat Reader is not installed, run the following*1 in [Start]*2 - [Run] to reinstall the
program. When installing the program, do not change the installation destination folder. If
the destination folder is changed, the Reference Manual cannot be opened from [Start]*2
menu.
*1<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>: [c:\util\reader\ar505enu.exe]
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>: [c:\util\reader\m\acroreader51_enu_full.exe]
*2Windows XP : [start]
Reference Manual
The Reference Manual is
not displayed
If the CD drive vibrates ex-
cessively or is noisy
Disk Operations
Is the disc bent or labeled?
Check to see if the disc is inserted correctly, and check that the disc is in good condition.
If the disc is good and inserted correctly, set [CD Drive Speed] to [Low] in the Setup
Utility. ( “Setup Utility”)
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Troubleshooting
Reinstalling Software
Before Reinstallation
Preparing
The Product Recovery CD-ROM
<Only for CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
The Backup Disk (e.g., FIRSTAID FD) you made earlier ( page 15)
Reinstalling
Important
Before the reinstallation procedure, remove all peripherals.
Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the reinstallation procedure is completed.
Even if reinstallation is executed to return this unit to its condition at the time of purchase, the region code will not be
returned to its original condition. ( “CD Drive”)
CAUTION
2
Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and
then press F9 .
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press
Enter .
3
Select [Boot] menu, then select [CD Drive] and press F6
until [CD Drive] is at the top of [Boot] menu.
4
Place the disc number one of the recovery CDs into the
CD drive.
5
Press F10 .
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press
Enter .
The computer will restart, and this screen should appear.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Start restoring the operating system.
2. Erase the whole data on HDD for security.
3. End
---------------------------------------------------------------------
For users intending to change the partitioning of the
hard disk:
Do not use the FDISK program that comes as a stan-
dard with Windows 95, Windows 98, and Windows
98 Second Edition, as this has been shown to result
in an error in the partitioning settings.
The following FDISK programs will enable the cor-
rect settings:
- FDISK program that comes as a standard with
Windows Me
- Windows 98 and Windows 98 Second Edition
FDISK programs for hard disks that is larger than
64 GB in size*
*A patch for correcting the bug in the standard
FDISK program has been made available as a
free download. For details, refer to the
Microsoft Web Site.
When selecting [2] in step
8
, the partition can also
be divided in two. ( page 28)
When reinstall procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical data that is
on your hard disk before running the reinstall procedure.
The reinstall procedure will return the computer to its original condition.
• If you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstall procedure.
1
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.
<Only for CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
If you have not created the FIRSTAID FD, you can create by using the following procedure.
Windows 2000 : [Create Backup Disk] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic].
Windows XP : [Create Backup Disk] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic].
If you can not create this disk, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( page 42).
NOTE
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.
2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.
0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
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Troubleshooting
8
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.
9
At the confirmation message, press Y .
The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts au-
tomatically. (The operations take about 15 minutes.)
Do not cancel the reinstallation procedure before
it is completed.
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 cor-
rect file” appears, select [OK]. A message will ap-
pear instructing you to insert the next CD.
Confirm that the proper recovery CD has been in-
serted by opening the tray of the CD drive and then
close the tray, then select [OK].
CAUTION
Windows 2000
Windows XP
6
Select the following.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
[1. Start restoring the operating system.]
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
[1.[Recovery]]
The License Agreement screen should appear.
7
Select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to
continue!].
This screen should appear.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
Reinstalling Software
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Reinstalling : Windows(R) 2000 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
---------------------------------------------------------------------
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
Windows 2000
Windows XP
---------------------------------------------------------------------
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
---------------------------------------------------------------------
10
After the reinstallation procedure completes, the follow-
ing message will appear on the display.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
Windows 2000
Windows(R) 2000 Professional install wizard will start after reboot.
Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, then restart the computer by pressing
Ctrl + Alt + Del (Delete).
Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot.
Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, then restart the computer by pressing
Ctrl + Alt + Del (Delete).
Windows XP
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
Windows 2000
WindowsXP
----------------------------------------------------------------------
[Recovery] is complete.
Windows(R) 2000 Professional install wizard will start after reboot.
Please Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, and press
Ctrl + Alt + Del(Delete) to reboot.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
----------------------------------------------------------------------
[Recovery] is complete.
Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot.
Please Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, and press
Ctrl + Alt + Del(Delete) to reboot.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Restore Windows(R) 2000 Professional to the whole HDD.
2. Make two partitions, for the operating system and data. And restore
Windows(R) 2000 Professional to the operating system partition.
(All existing partitions on HDD will be lost.)
3. Restore Windows(R) 2000 Professional to the first partition.
4. End
---------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Restore Windows(R) XP Professional to the whole HDD.
2. Make two partitions, for the operating system and data. And restore
Windows(R) XP Professional to the operating system partition.
(All existing partitions on HDD will be lost.)
3. Restore Windows(R) XP Professional to the first partition.
4. End
---------------------------------------------------------------------
11
Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, then restart the
computer by pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del .
12
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.
13
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 excep-
tion of the password(s) will return to their default values.)
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Troubleshooting
14
Press F10 .
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press
Enter .
15
Perform the setup procedure for Windows by following
the instructions on the screen. ( page 13)
16
Run the Setup Utility and change the settings where nec-
essary.
<Changing the drive letter>
You can change the drive letter for the CD drive or hard disk
drive by the following steps.
Drive letters can only be changed when two or more parti-
tions have been created on the hard disk drive. The name
of the C: drive cannot be changed.
We recommend that you make these changes before in-
stalling applications.
Windows 2000
1
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Administra-
tive Tools] - [Computer Management].
2
Select [Disk Management] from [Storage].
3
Right click on the partition of the hard disk or the name of
the CD drive and select [Change Drive Letter and Path].
4
Select [Edit].
5
Select [Assign a drive letter] and the new drive letter, and
then select [OK].
6
At the confirmation message, select [Yes].
Windows XP
1
Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Main-
tenance] - [Administrative Tools] - [Computer Manage-
ment].
2
Select [Disk Management] from [Storage].
3
Right click on the partition of the hard disk or the name of
the CD drive and select [Change Drive Letter and Paths].
4
Select [Change].
5
Select [Assign the following drive letter] and the new drive
letter, and then select [OK].
6
At the confirmation message, select [Yes].
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ORAL OR WRITTEN, AND ANY OTHER COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN US, RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MAT-
TER OF THIS AGREEMENT.
THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC® PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”)
ARE LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED
TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses
their use to you. You assume sole responsibility for the selection of the Product (including the associated Programs) to
achieve your intended results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom.
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT
About Intel® software products
The enclosed software products and documentation were developed at private expense, and are provided with “RESTRICTED
RIGHTS.” Use, duplication or disclosure by the government is subject to restrictions as set forth in FAR 52.227-14 and
DFARS 252.227-7013 et. seq. or its successor. The use of this product by the government constitutes acknowledgment of
Intel's proprietary rights in the product.
A. MEI hereby grants you a personal, non-transferable and non-exclusive right and license to use the Programs in
accordance with the terms and conditions stated in this Agreement. You acknowledge that you are receiving only
a LIMITED LICENSE TO USE the Programs and related documentation and that you shall obtain no title,
ownership nor any other rights in or to the Programs and related documentation nor in or to the algorithms,
concepts, designs and ideas represented by or incorporated in the Programs and related documentation, all of
which title, ownership and rights shall remain with MEI or its suppliers.
B. You may use the Programs only on the single Product which was accompanied by the Programs.
C. You and your employees and agents are required to protect the confidentiality of the Programs. You may not
distribute or otherwise make the Programs or related documentation available to any third party, by time-sharing
or otherwise, without the prior written consent of MEI.
D. You may not copy or reproduce, or permit to be copied or reproduced, the Programs or related documentation for
any purpose, except that you may make one (1) copy of the Programs for backup purposes only in support of
your use of the Programs on the single Product which was accompanied by the Programs. You shall not modify,
or attempt to modify, the Programs.
E. You may transfer the Programs and license them to another party only in connection with your transfer of the
single Product which was accompanied by the Programs to such other party. At the time of such a transfer, you
must also transfer all copies, whether in printed or machine readable form, of every Program, and the related
documentation, to the same party or destroy any such copies not so transferred.
F. You may not remove any copyright, trademark or other notice or product identification from the Programs and
you must reproduce and include any such notice or product identification on any copy of any Program.
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A. MEI vous octroie par les présentes le droit et la licence personnels, non cessibles et non exclusifs d’utiliser les
Logiciels conformément aux termes, clauses et conditions de ce Contrat. Vous reconnaissez ne recevoir qu’un
droit limité d’utiliser les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant et vous vous engagez à n’obtenir aucun
droit de titre, propriété ni aucun autre droit vis-à-vis des Logiciels et de la documentation les accompagnant ni
vis-à-vis des algorithmes, concepts, dessins, configurations et idées représentés par ou incorporés dans les
Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant, dont les titres, propriété et droits resteront tous à MEI ou à
leurs propriétaires.
B. Vous ne pouvez utiliser les Logiciels que sur le Produit unique qui est accompagné par les Logiciels.
C. Vous et vos employés ou agents êtes requis de protéger la confidentialité des Logiciels. Vous ne pouvez ni
distribuer ni mettre les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant à la disposition d’un tiers, par partage
de temps ou de quelque autre manière que ce soit, sans l’autorisation écrite préalable de MEI.
D. Vous ne pouvez ni copier ni reproduire ni permettre la copie ni la reproduction des Logiciels ni de la documen-
tation les accompagnant pour quelque fin que ce soit, à l’exception d’une (1) copie des Logiciels à des fins de
sauvegarde uniquement pour soutenir votre utilisation des Logiciels sur le Produit unique qui est accompagné
par les Logiciels. Vous ne pouvez ni modifier ni tenter de modifier les Logiciels.
E. Vous ne pouvez céder les Logiciels et en octroyer la licence à une autre partie qu’en rapport avec votre cession
du Produit unique qui est accompagné par les Logiciels à cette autre partie. Au moment de cette cession, vous
devez céder également toutes les copies, que ce soit sous forme imprimée ou lisible par la machine, de tous les
Logiciels ainsi que de la documentation les accompagnant, à la même partie ou détruire les copies non cédées.
F. Vous ne pouvez retirer aucune marque de droits d’auteur, marque ou autre ni aucune identification de produit
des Logiciels et vous devez reproduire et inclure toutes ces notices ou identifications de produit sur toutes les
copies des Logiciels.
Vous ne pouvez assembler en sens inverse, compiler en sens inverse ni retracer les Logiciels ni aucune de leurs
copies, de façon électronique ou mécanique, en tout ou en partie.
Vous ne pouvez utiliser, copier, modifier, altérer ni céder les Logiciels ni aucune de leurs copies, en tout ou en partie,
à l’exception de ce qui est expressément stipulé dans ce contrat.
Si vous cédez la possession de toute copie ou de tout Logiciel à une autre partie, à l’exception de ce qui est autorisé
au paragraphe E ci-dessus, votre licence est automatiquement résiliée.
Licence
Termes, clauses et conditions
Cette licence n’est effective que pour la durée de possession ou de crédit-bail du Produit, à moins d’une résiliation
antérieure. Vous pouvez résilier cette licence à tout moment en détruisant, à vos frais, les Logiciels et la documentation
les accompagnant avec toutes leurs copies, sous quelque forme que ce soit. Cette licence sera également résiliée,
avec application immédiate, si les conditions de résiliation définies ailleurs dans ce contrat se sont réalisées ou si vous
ne respectez pas les termes, clauses et conditions qui y sont contenues. Au moment de la résiliation, vous acceptez de
détruire, à vos frais, les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant avec toutes leurs copies, sous quelque forme
que ce soit.
Vous reconnaissez avoir lu ce contrat, en avoir compris toute la substance et avoir accepté de respecter ses termes,
clauses et conditions. Vous reconnaissez en outre qu’ils sont la description complète et exclusive du contrat conclu
entre nous, contrat qui remplace et annule toute proposition ou contrat précédent, écrit ou oral, et toute autre commu-
nication entre nous, relativement à l’objet du présent contrat.
Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic® (le “Produit”) sont exclusivement concédés en
licence à l’utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci-
dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi-
tions des présentes.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) a mis au point ou obtenu les Logiciels et vous en concède l’utilisation par
les présentes. Vous assumez l’entière responsabilité du choix de ce Produit (y compris des Logiciels associés) pour
obtenir les résultats escomptés, ainsi que de l’installation, de l’utilisation et des résultats obtenus.
Contrat de licence d’usage limité
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1
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.
2
Select [Boot] menu, then select [CD Drive] and press F6 until [CD Drive] is at the top of [Boot] menu.
3
Place the disc number one of the recovery CDs into the CD drive.
4
Press F10 .
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .
The computer will restart, and this screen should appear.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******> <CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
5
Select the following.
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******> [2. Erase the whole data on HDD for security.]
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******> [2. [Erase HDD]]
6
At the confirmation message, press Y .
7
At the start menu, press Enter .
8
The time required for erasing data will be displayed.
Press Space .
9
At the confirmation message, press Enter .
The operation of erasing the hard disk starts.
10
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 message will be displayed.
11
Remove the Product Recovery CD-ROM, then turn off the computer by using the power switch.
This computer is equipped with a utility for completely 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.
Preparing
You will need the Product Recovery CD-ROM.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. Start restoring the operating system.
2. Erase the whole data on HDD for security.
3. End
---------------------------------------------------------------------
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.
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
Procedure
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Select a number
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.
2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.
0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
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<Model with a DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive / Model with a DVD MULTI drive >
“B’s Recorder GOLD5” (hereafter, B’s Recorder) and “B’s CLiP” are CD and DVD recording software applications developed by
B.H.A Corporation.
Here, explanations are given on general information about B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP, the installation procedure, and how to
access the online manual. Refer to the online manual concerning the detailed use of the software application ( page 34).
Applicable Media
CD-R* (one-time recordable CD media)
CD-RW (rewritable CD media)
* Applicable only for B's Recorder. It cannot be used for B's CLiP.
Windows 2000
Uninstall Adaptec CD-Burning Plug-in.
1
Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs].
2
Select [Windows Media Player 7] - [Change/Remove].
3
Select [Remove Windows Media components] and select [Next].
4
Select [Adaptec CD-Burning Plug-in] from the components list, and select [Next].
5
If the [Windows Media setup is now ready to uninstall] message appears, select [Next].
6
Select [Finish] and restart the computer.
Windows XP
Select [(X:)]* in [start] - [My Computer] with the right button, select [Properties] - [Recording], then delete the check mark for [Enable
CD recording on this drive].
(Delete the check mark for [Enable CD recording on this drive] every time a new user is added.)
* “X” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit your preference.
Before Installing the Software
Installing the Software
1Set “B’s Recorder GOLD/B’s CLiP” disc in the drive.
[B.H.A setup launcher] screen will appear (allow some time for disc recognition). When the setup program will not run auto-
matically, input [X:\Setuputil.exe]*1 in [Start]*2 - [Run] and select [OK].
Windows 2000
At the message, select [OK].
2Select [B’s Recorder GOLD5] and follow the on-screen instructions.
During the course of the installation process, you will be asked to input a serial number. Input the serial number marked on the
sticker and the disc.
3Upon completion of the installation, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], then select [Finish]. The computer will
restart.
4Input [X:\Setuputil.exe]*1 in [Start]*2 - [Run] and select [OK].
[B.H.A setup launcher] screen will appear.
Windows 2000
At the message, select [OK].
5Select [B’s CLiP] and follow the on-screen instructions.
During the course of the installation process, you will be asked to input a serial number. Input the serial number marked on the
sticker and the disc.
6Upon completion of the installation, select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now], then select [Finish]. The computer will
restart.
*1 “X” is the drive letter. You can change the letter to suit your preference.
*2Windows XP : [start]
Close all other software application before running the Setup program for B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP for added safety.
Log on with the administrator authority.
Take care not to lose the serial number.
CAUTION
B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP
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How to access the Online Manual
B’s Recorder
Windows 2000 : Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD5] - [User’s Manual].
Windows XP : Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s Recorder GOLD5] - [User’s Manual].
B’s CLiP
Windows 2000 : Select [Start] - [Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [User’s Manual].
Windows XP : Select [start] - [All Programs] - [B.H.A] - [B’s CLiP] - [User’s Manual].
CAUTION
You cannot eject the disc by using the eject button on the drive while is displayed on the taskbar. To eject the disc in this
case, move the cursor to the indicator and right-click it to select [Eject].
Do not eject discs in any other way except the one described above.
When formatting a disc with B’s CLiP, right-click or to select [Format]. Do not select [My computer].
After formatting the disc, eject it then re-insert before using it.
When settings are changed using the following method, only a user with administrator authority can make the settings:
Select the CD drive icon or the B’s CLiP icon on the Taskbar with the right button, and select [Properties] - [B’s CLiP Page
Settings].
Windows 2000
If CD/DVD media with B’s CLiP format is removed while the content of that media is displayed in Explorer, the contents of
the media may remain displayed in Explorer even after the media is removed. This will not affect the computer’s operation.
When another CD/DVD media is inserted, the Explorer display will be updated.
Windows XP
Do not use the Fast User Switching function.
If this function is used, will no longer be shown on the user taskbar after the switching is complete. (If this happens, log
off of Windows, and return to the original user.)
Information
If B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP do not operate properly, we recommend carefully reading the online help file first for problems
with the operating environment or operations.
If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact B.H.A ( described below).
About Copies
When writing to discs, make sure that you are not infringing any copyrights.
It is illegal to copy audio CDs for non-personal use.
When backing up software, make sure that you are not infringing any software copyrights for that product.
SUPPORT INFOMATION
Inquires about B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP should be made to B.H.A.
URL: http://www.bhacorp.com/support/
http://www.bha.co.jp/support/ (Japanese)
area
U.S./Canada/Australia
Europe
Asia
language
English, French (Canada)
English, German, French
Chinese
e-mail
winntsupport@bhacorp.com
eurosupport@bhacorp.com
asiasupport@bhacorp.com
B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP
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WinDVD™ (hereafter, WinDVD) is a software application for DVD playback.
Here, you will find explanations and general information on the installation procedure and how to access the online manual.
WinDVD™
Installing WinDVD
CAUTION
Close all other software application before running the Setup program for WinDVD for added safety.
Log on with the administrator authority.
1Set the WinDVD CD-ROM in the drive.
The WinDVD setup program will run automatically (allow some time for disc recognition). When the setup program will
not run automatically, input [x:\setup] in [Start]* - [Run] and select [OK]. (“x”is the drive letter. You can change the letter to
suit your preference.)
*Windows XP :[start]
2Select [Next] at the Welcome Message.
3After reading the “License Agreement”*, select [Yes] if you agree to the terms.
*Refer to the “LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT” on the Operating Instructions of the computer.
4Follow the on-screen instructions and install WinDVD.
<Confirmation of the DVD-ROM drive settings>
To run WinDVD, it is necessary to make the following settings.
1Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Manager].
Windows XP Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Hardware] - [Device Man-
ager].
2Double-click [Primary IDE Channel] for [IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers].
3Select [Advanced Settings], and confirm that [Transfer Mode] is set to [DMA if available] for [Device 0] and [Device 1].
4Double-click [Secondary IDE Channel] for [IDE ATA/ATAPI controllers] and perform as the step .
Do not enter the standby or hibernation mode while WinDVD is running.
Do not start WinDVD while the hard disk drive’s indicator is blinking immediately after the computer was started up.
If you maximize the video display window, you can return to the original window size by double-clicking over the
images.
During video playback (while the access lamp is on), do not eject the disc.
Do not use other applications or the Command Prompt, and do not change the settings of the screen properties.
In some cases, when the number of colors for the display is increased, a message appears and the DVD cannot be played.
If this happens, reduce the number of display colors.
Immediately after resuming from a pause, frame dropping may occur depending on the operating environment or DVD
video (images or sounds are disrupted).
In the Dualview or simultaneous (internal/external) display mode, there are times when images or video are not dis-
played correctly.
During a prolonged period of rapid advance, the pause mode may be established at some point. If this happens, exit
WinDVD, and restart.
NOTE
Running WinDVD
Windows 2000
Select [Start] - [Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo WinDVD] or select on the desktop.
Windows XP
Select [start] - [All Programs] - [InterVideo WinDVD] - [InterVideo WinDVD] or select on the desktop.
<How to access the online manual>
Select “?” of the WinDVD control panel.
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Information
Inquires about WinDVD should be made to InterVideo, Inc.
InterVideo, Inc.
URL: http://www.intervideo.com/
E-mail: support@intervideo.com
About Regions Setting
CAUTION
The region code can be set a total of five times, including the initial setting. Proceed very carefully, because after the
fourth change has been made, the region code set last is fixed and no further changes can be made.
The user must take responsibility for any trouble that results from illegally changing or altering the region code.
NOTE
[Confirm Region] will also be displayed if a DVD-Video with one region code is inserted into a drive for which another
region code has already been set.
WinDVD™
<Only for CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
The regions setting can be changed for up to 5 times. After the fifth change is made, it will no longer be possible either to change
the setting or to return to the original setting.
<Only for CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the
region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video.
<Example>
For U.S.A. and Canada: “1”
For Europe: “2”
The region code is not set prior to the shipment of this drive. Therefore, operations will differ depending on the first DVD-
Video played.
In the case of a DVD-Video with a specific region code:
The drive will automatically be set with the same region code as the DVD-Video.
In the case of any other DVD-Video:
[Confirm Region] appears. Select region code and select [OK]. Play now begins.
([Confirm Region] may not be displayed for some DVD-Videos. To confirm the current region code and the number of
settings remaining, right-click on the WinDVD screen and select [Setup] - [Region].)
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Names and Functions of Parts
For information on the key combi-
nations available.
( “Key Combinations”).
There are dots near function keys
to enable you to locate the key’s
position by touch.
( “LED Indicators”)
LED Indicators
To adjust the volume:
Fn + F5 / Fn + F6
Speaker on/off: Fn + F4
Speakers
( page 19)Touch Pad
LED Indicators
( “LED Indicators”)
Power status
Battery pack status
Use this connector to connect head-
phones or amplifier-equipped speak-
ers. Audio output from the internal
speaker is disabled when headphones
or external speakers are connected.
Use only a monaural condenser mi-
crophone.
Using an input source other than a
monaural condenser microphone
may not allow audio to be input or
may damage the equipment.
The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical
appearances.
( “PC Cards”)
PC Card Slots
Caps Lock
Numeric key (NumLk)
Scroll lock (ScrLk)
CD drive status*
Floppy disk drive status
Hard disk drive status
Power status
Function Keys
LCD
Floppy Disk Drive
Microphone Jack
Headphone Jack
( “CD Drive”)
Security Lock
A Kensington cable can be connected
to prevent theft of your computer. For
more information, please read the
manual that comes with the cable.
LOCK
DC-IN Jack
Keyboard
There is a small bar on F , J ,
and to enable you to locate the
key’s position by touch.
CD Drive
*The access lamp on the CD drive
lights at the same time as this indi-
cator. (In some cases, only one of
them may light.)
Before using the computer for the
first time, carefully read [Limited Use
License Agreement]. If you agree to
the conditions, remove the seal.
Power Switch
Wireless LAN Antenna
( “Wireless LAN”)
<Only for the model with a wireless LAN>
Wireless LAN Antenna
( “Wireless LAN”)
<Only for the model with a wireless LAN>
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( “Printer”)
External Keyboard/Mouse Port
USB Ports
( “USB Devices”)
These holes allow heat to exit.
CAUTION
Do not block or place the computer in a lo-
cation that may prevent proper ventilation.
This cover is not to be opened by anyone
except authorized service personnel.
CAUTION
RAM Module Slot
( “RAM Module”)
( “Port Replicator”)
Expansion Bus Connector Battery Pack
( “LAN”)
( “Battery Power”)
Hard Disk Drive
( “Hard Disk Drive”)
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.
LAN
( “Modem”)
( “IEEE 1394 Devices”)
IEEE 1394 Interface Connector
Modem
External Display Port
( “External Display”)
1394
Serial Port
Parallel Port
Ventilation Hole
Names and Functions of Parts
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Specifications
*1A 16 M color display is achieved by using the dithering function.
Windows XP : 256 color depth and the resolution of 640 × 480 are not supported.
Windows 2000 : Setting 256 color depth or the resolution of 640 × 480 is not recommended.
*2Maximum resolution depends on the specifications of the external display.
Windows XP : 256 color depth and the resolution of 640 × 480 are not supported.
Windows 2000 : Setting 256 color depth or the resolution of 640 × 480 is not recommended.
*31GB = 109 bytes
This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-50AAKHUDM/CF-50BB2HUDM/CF-50AAKHUKM/CF-
50BB2HUKM/CF-50EAKQUDM/CF-50EAKQUKM/CF-50GB2UUDM/CF-50GB2UUKM. The model number will change de-
pending on the configuration of the unit, such as, CPU speed, memory size, HDD size, Operating System, LCD type, and whether
a DVD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive or a DVD MULTI drive is included or not.
To check the model number:
Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase.
To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size:
Run the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.
Confirm the required information by checking the following items.
CPU speed: [CPU Speed]
Memory size: [System Memory]
Hard disk drive size: [Primary Master]
Main Specifications
<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
Model No.
CPU
Memory (Expandable to)
Video Memory
LCD Type
Displayed Colors*1
External Display
Hard Disk Drive
Operating System
CF-50AAKHUDM CF-50AAKHUKM CF-50BB2HUDM CF-50BB2HUKM
Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 Processor 2.0 GHz-M Mobile Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 Processor 2.2 GHz-M
L2 (Second) Cache Memory: 512 KB
256 MB (768 MB Max. ) 512 MB (1024 MB Max. )
64 MB
15.0 XGA type (TFT) 15.0 UXGA type (TFT)
256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600 256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600
dots/1024 × 768 dots) dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 1024 dots/1600
× 1200 dots)
256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 1024
dots/1600 × 1200 dots/2048 × 1536 dots)*2
40 GB*360 GB*3
Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®
2000 Professional with XP Professional with 2000 Professional with XP Professional with
Service Pack 3 Service Pack 1 Service Pack 3 Service Pack 1
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
Model No.
CPU
Memory (Expandable to)
Video Memory
LCD Type
Displayed Colors*1
External Display
Hard Disk Drive
Operating System
CF-50EAKQUDM CF-50EAKQUKM CF-50GB2UUDM CF-50GB2UUKM
Intel® Pentium® M Processor 1.4 GHz Intel® Pentium® M Processor 1.6 GHz
L2 (Second) Cache Memory: 1 MB
256 MB (768 MB Max. ) 512 MB (1024 MB Max. )
64 MB
15.0 XGA type (TFT) 15.0 UXGA type (TFT)
256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600 256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600
dots/1024 × 768 dots) dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 1024 dots/1600
× 1200 dots)
256/65536/16M colors (640 × 480 dots/800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 1024
dots/1600 × 1200 dots/2048 × 1536 dots)*2
40 GB*360 GB*3
Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®Microsoft® Windows®
2000 Professional with XP Professional with 2000 Professional with XP Professional with
Service Pack 3 Service Pack 1 Service Pack 3 Service Pack 1
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Specifications
Keyboard
Slots PC Card Slots
RAM Module Slot*1
Interface Parallel Port
External Display Port
Serial Port
Microphone Jack*2
Headphone Jack
External Keyboard/Mouse Port
Expansion Bus Connector
USB Port
Modem
LAN
Wireless LAN
IEEE1394 Interface Connector
Pointing Device
Speaker
Utility Programs
Sound
Floppy Disk Drive
Optical Disc DVD-ROM Drive
DVD-ROM &
CD-R/RW Drive
DVD MULTI Drive
Other Specifications
87 keys
Two Type I or Type II, or one Type III
Allowable current 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA (total for two slots)
200-pin, SO-DIMM, DDR-SDRAM, PC2100
Dsub 25-pin female
Mini Dsub 15-pin female
Dsub 9-pin male
Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA
Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA
Impedance 32 Ω, Output Power 4 mW x 2
Mini DIN 6-pin female
Dedicated 100-pin female
4-pin x 2, USB 2.0
RJ-11 Data: 56 kbps (V.92 & K56flex) FAX:14.4 kbps
RJ-45 IEEE 802.3 10Base-T
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX
802.11b
4-pin × 1
Touch Pad
Stereo Speaker
Setup Utility, DMI Viewer, Adobe® Acrobat® Reader, Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*3
<Only for CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
PC Information Viewer, Intel® PROSet, WLAN Security Client
WAVE and MIDI playback
720 KB/1.44 MB (two-mode)
Supports DVD-ROM
CD-ROM
DVD-ROM read*6
CD-ROM read*6
Supports DVD-ROM
CD-ROM
DVD-ROM read*6
CD-ROM read*6
CD-R write*7
CD-RW write
Supports DVD-ROM
CD-ROM
CD-ROM read*6
DVD-ROM read*6
CD-R write*7
CD-RW write
DVD-R write
DVD-RW write
DVD-RAM write
DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, DVD-R*4(3.95 GB, 4.7
GB), DVD-RW*4 (4.7 GB), DVD-RAM*4*5 (2.6 GB, 4.7 GB)
CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R*4, Photo CD, VideoCD, En-
hanced Music CD, CD-RW*4, CD-TEXT
8x speed (Max.)
24x speed (Max.)
DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, DVD-R*4(3.95 GB, 4.7
GB), DVD-RW*4 (4.7 GB), DVD-RAM*4*5 (2.6 GB, 4.7 GB),
DVD+R*4, DVD+RW*4
CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, Photo CD, VideoCD, En-
hanced Music CD, CD-RW, CD-TEXT
8x speed (Max.)
24x speed (Max.)
4x speed, 8x speed, 16x speed (Max.), 24x speed (Max.)
4x speed, 8x speed, 10x speed
DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, DVD-R*4(3.95 GB, 4.7
GB), DVD-RW*4 (4.7 GB), DVD-RAM*4*5 (2.6 GB, 4.7 GB)
CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, Photo CD, VideoCD, En-
hanced Music CD, CD-RW, CD-TEXT
24X speed (Max.)
8X speed (Max.)
4X speed, 8X speed, 16X speed (Max.)
4X speed, 8X speed
1X speed
1X speed
2X speed
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*1Only a RAM card designed for PC2100 can be added.
*2Use only a monaural condenser microphone.
*3The Product Recovery CD-ROM is required.
*4Read only.
*5In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge discs or removable cartridge discs can be used.
*6If an unbalanced disc (e.g., a disc with which the balance has been displaced from the center) is inserted, the speed may become slower if
there are large vibrations while the disc is rotating.
*7Depending on the disc, the writing speed may become slower.
*8Varies depending on the usage conditions.
*9The AC adaptor is compatible with power sources up to 240 V AC adaptor.
This computer is supplied with a 125 V AC compatible AC cord.
*10 Approx. 0.9 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] has been enabled.
*11 Rated power consumption.
Battery Battery Pack
Clock Battery
AC adaptor*9
Power Consumption*10
Environment
Physical Dimensions (W × H × D)
Weight
Li-ion 11.1 V, 6.3 Ah
Operating Time*8<CF-50A******/CF-50B******>
UXGA type: Approx. 1.4 hours - 3.2 hours
XGA type: Approx. 1.7 hours - 3.7 hours
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******>
UXGA type: Approx. 2.1 hours - 6.4 hours
XGA type: Approx. 2.5 hours - 7.4 hours
Charging Time*8Power On <CF-50A******/CF-50B******> Approx. 6 hours
<CF-50E******/CF-50G******> Approx. 3.5 hours
Power Off Approx. 3.5 hours
Coin type lithium battery 3.0 V
Input 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz Output 15.6 V DC, 5.0 A
Approx. 70 W*11 / Approx. 90 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state)
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)
307 mm × 45 mm × 260 mm {12.1 " × 1.8 " × 10.2 "}
Approx. 3.4 kg {Approx. 7.6 lb.}
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Appendix
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
Defective Materials or Workmanship
For Canada
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.
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5,
Secaucus, NJ 07094
Panasonic Canada Inc.
5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga,
Ontario L4W 2T3
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