Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-512 CF-51 Notebook Computer with WLAN User Manual Operating Instructions

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Contents

Getting Started

Operation

Troubleshooting

Getting StartedOperationTroubleshootingAppendix

Appendix

Personal Computer

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Model No. CF-51 series

[Additional Manual]

Reference Manual

This manual can be accessed on your

computer.

Refer to “Reference Manual” on how

to access the Reference Manual.

(Îpage 19)

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

Names and Functions of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

First-time Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Starting Up/Shutting Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Reference Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Useful Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

List of Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Dealing with Problems (Summary). . . . . . . . . . . 25

Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. . . . . . . 31

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

*1 For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-51GAKBAKM) located on the bottom of the computer.

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

zSome of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanation easier to

understand.

zIf the user has logged on without the 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.

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

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

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

“WinDVD™ 5 (OEM Version)” as “WinDVD”

“B’s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC” as “B’s Recorder”

“B’s CLiP 5” as “B’s CLiP”

zThe following drives may be described as “CD/DVD drive”.

DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, DVD MULTI drive

zCircular media such as DVD-ROM and CD-ROM are described as “discs”.

duced 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.

PS/2® is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

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.

WinDVD™ is a trademark of InterVideo, Inc.

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 own compa-

nies.

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.

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.

Î or ⇒These symbols indicated related pages.

Î : Refer to the page in this Operating Instructions

⇒ : Refer to the Reference Manual

Customer’s Record

Model No.*1

Serial No.

Code No.

Date of Purchase

Dealer’s Name

Dealer’s Address

Getting Started

Read Me First

Federal Communications Commission Radio Fre-

quency Interference Statement

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

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

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

provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-

ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-

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

not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communica-

tions. 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 equip-

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

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

zIncrease the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-

ent from that to which the receiver is connected.

zConsult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi-

enced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning

To assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter-

face cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral.

Also, any changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance could

void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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 opera-

tion.

Responsible Party:

Matsushita Electric Corporation of America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, NJ 07094

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

FCC RF Exposure Warning:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment must be installed and operated in accor-

dance with provided instructions and minimum 1.5 cm

spacing must be provided between antenna and all per-

son’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet)

during wireless modes of operation.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in

conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This

computer is provided with a PC Card slot that could be

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

recommended, when they become available. Other third-

party wireless transmitter(s) have not been RF exposure

evaluated for use with this computer and may not comply

with FCC RF exposure requirements.

FCC Regulation Notice for modem

This equipment contains a FCC approved modem.

Manufacturer of modem: PC TEL Inc.

Model No. PCT2304WT

1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules.

On the computer is a label that contains, among other

information, the FCC registration number and ringer

equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If

required, this information must be provided to the tele-

phone company.

2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is

provided with this equipment. This equipment is

designed to be connected to the telephone network or

premises wiring using a compatible modular jack

which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instruc-

tions for details.

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

which may be connected to the telephone line. Exces-

sive RENs on the telephone line may result in the

devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In

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

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

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

mined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone

company.

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

phone network, the telephone company will notify you

in advice that temporary discontinuance of service

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

telephone company will notify the customer as soon as

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

complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

5. The telephone company may take changes in it’s facili-

ties, equipment, operations or procedures that could

affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens

the telephone company will provide advance notice in

order for you to make necessary modifications to

maintain uninterrupted service.

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

causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone

company may request that you disconnect the equip-

ment until the problem is resolved.

7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this

equipment.

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

vided by the telephone company. Connection to party

lines is subject to state tariffs.

9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991

makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or

other electronic device to send any message via a

telephone fax machine unless such message clearly

For U.S.A.

Read Me First

Getting Started

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

mitted page or on the first page of the transmission,

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

business or other entry, or other individual sending the

message and the telephone number of the sending

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

order to program this information into your fax soft-

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

ware being used.

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

recommend that you may install an AC surge arrestor

in the AC outlet to which this equipment is connected.

Telephone companies report that electrical surges,

typically lightning transients, are very destructive to

customer terminal equipment connected to AC power

sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.

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

larger telecommunication line cord.”

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

uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26

AWG ou de section supérieure.”

Notice for the products using LCD

This product uses one or more fluorescent lamps contain-

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

some components. Disposal of these materials may be

regulated in your community due to environmental consid-

erations. For disposal or recycling information please

contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries

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

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, opera-

tional and safety requirements as prescribed in the

appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Require-

ments document(s). The Department does not guaran-

tee 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 compli-

ance with the above conditions may not prevent degra-

dation 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 telecommunica-

tions 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, tele-

phone 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 them-

selves, 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 con-

nected to a telephone interface. The termination on an

interface may consist of any combination of devices sub-

ject 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 énon-

cées ci-dessus n’empêche pas la dégradation du ser-

vice dans certaines situations.

Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent être

coordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournis-

seur. 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 disposi-

tifs, à la seule condition que la somme d’indices d’équiv-

alence de la sonnerie de touts les dispositifs n’excède

pas 5.”

IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateur

For Canada

Getting Started

Industry Canada

This product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions;

(1) this device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety pre-

cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of

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

lowing:

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

bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a

wet basement or near a swimming pool.

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

during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk

of electric shock from lightning.

3. 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 pen-

dant 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

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

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

eil sans fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut

présenter un risque de choc électrique causé par la

foudre.

3. 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

Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité

Information to the User

This product and your Health

This product, like other radio devices, emits radio fre-

quency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emit-

ted by this product however is far much less than the

electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like

for example mobile phones.

Because this product operates within the guidelines found

in radio frequency safety standards and recommenda-

tions, we believe this product is safe for use by consum-

ers. These standards and recommendations reflect the

consensus of the scientific community and result from

deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who

continually review and interpret the extensive research lit-

erature.

In some situations or environments, the use of this prod-

uct may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or

responsible representatives of the organization. These sit-

uations may for example include:

zUsing this product on board of airplanes, or

zIn any other environment where the risk of interference

to other devices or services is perceived or identified

as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of

wireless devices in a specific organization or environment

(e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authoriza-

tion to use this product prior to turning on the product.

Regulatory Information

We are not responsible for any radio or television interfer-

ence caused by unauthorized modification of this product.

The correction of interference caused by such unautho-

rized modification will be the responsibility of the user. We

and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for

damage or violation of government regulations that may

arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

Read Me First

Getting Started

Lithium Battery

Lithium Battery!

This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the

date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should

only be exchanged by authorized service personnel.

Warning! A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or

misapplication may possibly occur.

Pile au lithium!

Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui per-

met 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!

CD/DVD Drive Caution

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFOR-

MANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECI-

FIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS

RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOUR-

SELF.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL

AVERTISSEMENT!

CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.

L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES

OU L’EXÉCUTION DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE

CELLES SPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER UNE

EXPOSITION À DES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.

NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE

RÉPARER SOI-MÊME.

CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D’ENTRETIEN À UN PERSON-

NEL QUALIFIÉ.

Getting Started

Precautions

UsageAvoid Extreme Heat and Cold

Do not store or use the computer in locations

exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme

cold.

Avoid moving the computer between loca-

tions with large temperature difference.

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

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

Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD Panel

The LCD panel should not be exposed to

direct sunlight or ultraviolet light.

Avoid Humidity, Liquids and Dust

Do not store or use the computer in locations

exposed to high humidity, liquids (including

rain) or dust.

Prevent Shock

Avoid subjecting the computer to severe

vibrations or impact. Do not place the com-

puter inside a car trunk.

Avoid Radio Frequency Interference

Do not place the computer near a television

or radio receiver.

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

temperature, can cause a burn, if the skin is

exposed to the heat source for a long enough

period of time.

Handling

Avoid Magnetic Fields

Keep the computer away from magnets.

Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.

Avoid Stacking

Do not place heavy objects on top of the com-

puter.

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, espe-

cially when plugs and/or cables are connected

to the rear of the computer.

zCare should be exercised with regard to the following

in order to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or

damage.

Avoid Heat

Do not throw the battery pack into a fire or

expose it to excessive heat.

Keep Articles Away

Do not place the battery pack together with arti-

cles such as necklaces or hairpins when carry-

ing or storing.

Do Not Disassemble

Do not insert sharp objects into the battery

pack, expose it to bumps or shocks, deform,

disassemble, or modify it.

Do Not Short

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

contacts.

Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct 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 a car on a

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

Do Not Use With Any Other Computer

The battery pack is rechargeable and was

intended for the specified computer. Do not use

it with a computer other than the one for which it

was designed.

Do Not Put into a Microwave

Do not put the battery pack into a microwave

oven or a pressurized chamber.

Stop Using

Should the battery emit an abnormal odor,

become hot to the touch, become discolored,

change shape, or become in any way different

from normal, remove it from the computer and

stop using it.

Precautions (Battery Pack)

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zDo not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The

battery pack may no longer function properly if the

contacts are dirty or damaged.

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

become wet.

zIf 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.

zThis computer prevents overcharging of the battery by

recharging only when the remaining power is less than

approx. 95% of capacity.

zThe 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.

zShould 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.

NOTE

zThe battery pack may become warm during

recharging or normal use. This is completely nor-

mal.

zRecharging will not commence outside of the

allowable temperature range (0 °C to 50 °C {32°F

to 122°F}) (⇒ Reference Manual “Battery Power”).

Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied,

charging begins automatically. Note that the

recharging time varies based on the usage condi-

tions. (Recharging takes longer than usual when

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

zIf the temperature is low, the operating time is

shortened. Only use the computer within the

allowable temperature range.

zThe battery pack is a consumable item. If the

amount of time the computer can be run off a par-

ticular battery pack becomes dramatically shorter

and repeated recharging does not restore its per-

formance, the battery pack should be replaced

with a new one.

zWhen transporting a spare battery inside a pack-

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

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

tected.

zAlways power off the computer when it is not in

use. Leaving the computer on when the AC adap-

tor is not connected will exhaust the remaining bat-

tery capacity.

Getting Started

Names and Functions of Parts

Getting Started

First-time Operation

Read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an under-

standing of some basic computer-related operations.

1Confirm the inclusion of all parts.

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

items are missing or is not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical

Support.(Îpage 37)

zWhen installing B's Recorder/B's CLiP with DVD Drive Utility Disc, the

serial number is required. Take care not to lose the serial number marked

on the sticker that is attached to the CD case.

zSome models include a floppy disk drive.

2Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT.(Îpage 31)

Be sure to read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking

the seal on the computer’s packaging.

3Insert the battery pack.

ATurn your computer over and remove the cover (A).

Slide and remove the cover without releasing the mark (B).

BInsert the battery pack (C).

Firmly attach the pack to the connector.

zIf the battery pack should be removed from the computer, slide the

latch (D), and then without releasing it, pull the tab (E) on the battery

pack. (⇒ Reference Manual “Battery Power”)

CSlide the cover back into place.

Be sure the tab does not get caught when closing the cover.

CAUTION

zFor an improperly attached cover, your battery pack may fall out while you are

carrying around your computer.

zDo 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.

4Connect your computer to a power outlet.

The battery pack will be charged automatically.

Charging Time: Approx. 3.8 hours

(Varies depending on the usage conditions.)

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

Model No :CF-AA1653A Model No : CF-VZSU29

Product Recovery DVD-ROM

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Modem Telephone Cable

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DVD Drive Utility Disc

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First-time Operation

Getting Started

CAUTION

zBe sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use opera-

tion.

zWhen using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral device

except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.

Handling the AC adaptor

zDo not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage the con-

nections.

zUse 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.

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

from your AC wall outlet.

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

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

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

pack alone.

5Open the display.

ASlide the latch located at the front.

BLift open the display.

6Turn your computer on.

Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the

power indicator turns on before releasing it.

zDo not press the power switch repeatedly.

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

before powering it on again.

7Setup Windows.

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

pad.(Îpage 18)

zDo not press any key or move the touch pad until [Windows XP Profes-

sional Setup] is displayed.

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

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

accept this agreement], then select [Next].

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

aborted.

CSelect settings for your region, then select [Next].

DEnter your name and organization and then select [Next].

EEnter your computer name and administrator password and then select

[Next].

zRemember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows can-

not be operated.

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

The computer will restart.

zIt may take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of

step i is displayed. Wait, and do not press any keys, or touch the

touch pad, etc.

GEnter your administrator password and select .

8Create a new account.

ASelect [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new

account].

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

Getting Started

CSelect [Computer administrator], then select [Create Account].

D<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.

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

CAUTION

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

operated. You can create a password reset disk beforehand (Îpage 14).

NOTE

zWhen creating a new user account:

• If you make mail settings, create password reset disks (Îpage 14), or con-

duct 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 admin-

istrator].

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

additional 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 displayed.

zAbout the Icon Enlarger:

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

completing step 8, select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [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.

9Start 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.

zDuring this process, you will be required to agree to the license agree-

ment. For Windows® Media Player, it is necessary to agree to the license

agreement for each account created.

zIf [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.

zTo have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically on

WinDVD, start up Windows® Media Player, select [Tools] - [Options], and

then remove the check mark from [DVD Video] and [Movie file (mpeg)] in

[File Types] on the screen shown at left.

zAfter completing the settings, select on the screen of the Windows®

Media Player.

NOTE

zIf you use the wireless LAN, be sure to refer to the Reference Manual’s “Wire-

less LAN”.

This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.

First-time Operation

Getting Started

zDepending 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.

zYou 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.

AInsert the floppy disk drive into the multimedia pocket, or connect the

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

BSelect [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].

CSelect [Prevent a forgotten password] from [Related Tasks] menu of the

account you used to logon and create a password reset disk following the

on-screen instructions.

Store the password reset disk in a safe place.

zOnly the logon password for each account can be reset.

The password set in the Setup Utility (⇒ Reference Manual “Setup Util-

ity”) cannot be reset.

Information for Windows XP

Operation

Starting Up/Shutting Down

1Open the display.

ASlide the latch located at the front.

BLift open the display.

2Turn your computer on.

Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the

power indicator turns on before releasing it.

zWhile booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator has

turned off.

zConnecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

zTouching the power switch.

zPerforming any keyboard or touch pad or external mouse operations.

zClosing the display.

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

before powering it on again.

3Log on to Windows.

Wait for 10 seconds after confirming that the hard disk access has been com-

pleted, select the user and input the password, then select . Until the cor-

rect password is entered, the computer will not operate.

4Select your application.

You are able to start working on your computer.

NOTE

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

touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) for a certain interval of

time, the power to the LCD and hard disk may be turned off. The LCD will

resume operation when the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is con-

nected) is used or a key is pressed.

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

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

box will be shown, do not press

Space

Enter

to attempt to resume from

this condition as doing so may trigger a selection, but instead, press a key unre-

lated 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 pressing the power switch.

(⇒ Reference Manual “Standby/Hibernation Functions”)

zWhen 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

( Îpage 37).

Starting Up

Starting Up/Shutting Down

Operation

zYou may encounter the following situations when the computer is turned on at

very low temperatures. These functions are designed to prevent hard disk drive

malfunctions that may occur at low temperatures.

If the screen on the left is displayed immediately after

you turn on the power...

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

Enter your password*1 and press

Enter

. ( ⇒ Reference Manual “Security Mea-

sures”)

zWhen the correct password is input, the computer will start.

zWhen three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute, the

computer will power off.

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

Situation Action

The computer turns on, and the mes-

sage “Warming up the system (up to

20 minutes)” is displayed.

The computer is warming up before start up.

Wait for the computer to start up (takes up to

20 minutes).

However, the computer may fail to warm up

and the message “Cannot warm up the sys-

tem” will be displayed, and the computer will

not start. If this happens, turn off the com-

puter, leave it in an environment with a tem-

perature of 5°C {41°F} or more for about an

hour, and then try turning the power on once

more.

zThe computer does not turn on.

zThe computer does not resume

operation from standby or hiber-

nation mode.

(The power indicator blinks quickly in

green.)

Leave it in an environment with a temperature

of 5 °C {41 °F} or more for about an hour, then

try turning the power on once more.

Operation

1Save important data and close each application.

2Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer].

3Select [Turn Off].

Your computer will power off automatically.

zRestarting your computer (without shutting down):

Select [Restart].

To shut down using the keyboard:

Press ,

, and select [Turn Off] with

CAUTION

zDo not do the following during the shutdown/restart procedure.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.

• Touching the power switch.

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

• Closing the display.

NOTE

zTo quickly resume computer operation after shutting down,

The standby or hibernation function is available ( ⇒Reference Manual “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. ( ⇒Reference Manual

“Standby/Hibernation Functions”)

Shutting Down (power off your computer)

Operation

Touch Pad

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

A.Work Surface (Touch Pad)

B.Left Button

C.Right Button

NOTE

zBesides the above operations, operations such as Zoom and Pan are possible

by allocating these functions to the buttons and/or pad. For more details, refer to

[Mouse Properties]*1.

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

zThe operations of Scroll, Pan or Zoom will differ depending on the application.

There are cases the touch pad will not support these operations even with an

application that supports the functions.

zWhen using the touch pad, keep the following in mind.

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

object on the work 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).

• 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.

Function Operation

Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the

surface.

Tapping/Clicking

Tapping or Clicking

Double-Tapping/

Double-Clicking

Double-Tapping or Double-Clicking

Dragging

Two quick taps, but on the second tap leaving your finger

down (applying pressure) and moving it on the work sur-

face.

While holding down the button, moving your finger on the

work surface.

Scroll ⇒ Reference Manual “Touch Pad”

Operation

Reference Manual

Reference Manual / Important Tips

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.

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual explains functions for you to make greater use of the com-

puter, such as how to add peripheral devices, how the Setup Utility works, and

other useful information.

zHow to access the Reference Manual

Select [Reference Manual] in [start].

Important Tips

Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack,

which is necessary for computing away from your home or office.

zHow to access the 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 Manu-

als].

When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is accessed 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.

NOTE

zIllustrations may be difficult to view depending on the magnification. If the illus-

tration is too small, magnify the display.

zWhen the taskbar is hidden at the bottom portion of Acrobat Reader, set the

maximum display window size.

zIf a printer is connected, we recommend printing pages. The illustrations and

display samples may not print with a high quality.

Contents

•Read Me First

•Key Combinations

•LED Indicators

•Touch Pad

•Standby/Hibernation

Functions

•Security Measures

•Computing on the

Road

•Battery Power

•Multimedia Pocket

•CD/DVD Drive

•WinDVD

•B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP

•PC Cards

•RAM Module

•Port Replicator

•External Display

•Printer

•USB Devices

•IEEE 1394 Devices

•Modem

•LAN

•Wireless LAN

•Hard Disk Drive

•Setup Utility

•Technical Information

•DMI Viewer

•Icon Enlarger

•List of Error Codes

•Dealing with Problems

(Advanced)

Operation

Useful Information

Environment

zPlace the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or

allow it to tip over. When the computer receives extremely strong shock after falling,

the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.

zIn 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)

Places not to use your computer

zSuch 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

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

the computer may become warm.

zThis computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk

drive, etc., but no warranty is provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a preci-

sion instrument, be extremely careful in the handling.

zDo not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.

zDo not carry your computer when the power is on.

zRemove all external devices, cables, and PC Cards sticking out of the computer

(see the figure on the left) before transporting the computer.

zWe recommend preparing a fully charged battery.

When transporting a spare battery inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recom-

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

zDo not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the dis-

play.

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

zAlways carry your computer with you. Never check it in with luggage. For use of the

computer inside an aircraft, we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy

on this issue.

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

zDo not leave a disk in the drive while transporting your computer.

Usage Environment

Handling

Operation

Display

Avoid using water when cleaning the panel. Ingredients included in water may leave

scratches and reduce readability of the screen.

zAvoid rubbing off dust/dirt with cloth since it may leave scratch on the screen.

Sweep dust/dirt with fine brush, then wipe it with a dry soft cloth used for cleaning

glasses.

zApply camera lens cleaner on a soft gauze and clean it with gentle force. Then, wipe

with a dry soft cloth used for cleaning glasses.

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.

Touch Pad (Îpage 18)

CAUTION

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

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

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

and use them regularly.

We recommend you run the software:

zWhen booting your computer.

zAfter 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).

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 Panasonic Technical Support. (Îpage 37)

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

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

devices, cables, etc. Also, in addition to following this manual and the Reference Man-

ual, carefully read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.

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

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

the connectors.

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

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

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

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

fully.

Maintenance

Computer Viruses

Windows Update

When Using Peripheral Devices

Useful Information

Operation

zDo 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.

zDo not power down your computer while software applications are running or

hard disk drive indicator is on.

Properly shut Windows down to avoid problems.

zSave 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.

zUse the security function for all important data. (⇒ Reference Manual “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.) (⇒ Reference

Manual “Security Measures”)

zDo not power down your computer or press the floppy disk drive eject button

while the MP indicator is on.

Doing so may damage the data on the floppy disk and render the floppy disk use-

less.

zUse care when handling floppy disks.

To protect the data on your floppy disks or to prevent a floppy disk from becoming

stuck in your computer, avoid the following:

• Sliding the shutter on the floppy disk manually.

• Exposing the floppy disk to a magnetic field.

• Storing the floppy disk in locations prone to high temperatures, low pitched noise,

dampness, or dust.

• Applying more than one label on the floppy disk.

zConfirm the contents of a floppy disk before formatting it.

Confirm that no important data is on the floppy disk, because all data on the floppy

disk will be erased.

zUse the write-protect tab (A).

This is a must for preserving important data.

This prevents your data from being erased or overwritten.

zWhen 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) ( Îpage

33). (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

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

licensing agreement for that software.

Saving Data on the Hard Disk

Saving Data on Floppy Disks

When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This Device

Operation

To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the

hard disk via a wireless LAN

zIf 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

Troubleshooting

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 Sup-

port.( Îpage 37)

How to run the Setup Utility

1Restart the computer.

2Press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon

after the computer begins the startup procedure.

Error Code/Message Solution

0211 Keyboard error zIf an external keyboard or mouse is connected, disconnect these

devices.

0251 System CMOS checksum bad -

Default configuration used

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

This error occurs when the memory content is changed through some inad-

vertent operation by a program or other function.

zRun the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the set-

tings to the appropriate values as needed.

zIf the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be

replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

0271 Check date and time settings The date and time setting are incorrect.

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

zIf the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be

replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.

0280 Previous boot incomplete - Default

configuration used

Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been

returned to their default values, and the computer has been booted.

zRun the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the set-

tings to the appropriate values as needed.

Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to Setup zWrite down the error details and press

to run the Setup Utility. Con-

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

needed.

Operating System not found The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you

are trying to boot from.

zIf 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.

zIf 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 Panasonic Technical Support.

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

the Setup Utility and set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Security]

menu of the Setup Utility.

Troubleshooting

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

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

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

problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( Îpage 37). You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the

computer’s usage status. (⇒Reference Manual “Dealing with Problems (Advanced)”)

Starting Up

The power indicator or bat-

tery indicator is not lit

zCheck the cable connection for the AC adaptor.

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

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

The computer does not

operate when a USB device

is connected

zThe computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected.

Disconnect the USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Security]

menu of the Setup Utility.

[Enter Password] is dis-

played

zInput your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contact

Panasonic Technical Support (Îpage 37).

POST Startup Error(s) is

displayed

Îpage 24

Windows startup, or an

operation is extremely slow

zPress

in the Setup Utility ( Îpage 24). This will restore the Setup Utility’s set-

tings 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.)

zDisable any resident software.

The date and time are incor-

rect

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

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

Time]

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

zIf you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock

may need to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support ( Îpage 37).

zThis computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year

2100 A.D.

When resuming from the

standby or hibernation

mode, [Enter Password]

does not appear even if a

password has been set in

the Setup Utility

zEven 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:

ASelect the account to change in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User

Accounts] and set the password.

BAdd the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes

from standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power

Options] - [Advanced].

When “Remove disks or

other media. Press any key

to restart” (or a similar mes-

sage) is displayed

zThis 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.

zIf 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.

When the administrator

password is forgotten

zIf you have created a password reset disk (Îpage 14), 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.

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

Troubleshooting

When the previous item is

not the cause

zPress

in the Setup Utility. This will restore the Setup Utility’s settings to their

default values (except the password settings).

zTry removing all peripheral devices.

zCheck a disk error using the following procedure.

ADisplay [Local Disk (C:) Properties].

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

and select [Properties].

BSelect [Tools] - [Check Now].

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

zAt startup, hold down

when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1, and release

your finger when the Windows Advanced Option Menu is displayed. Start the com-

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

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

boot screen disappears. Hold down

soon after inputting the password and pressing

Enter

Display

No display after powering on zWhen 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.

zThe display destination may be set to the external display.

Try changing the display by pressing

If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing

, make

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

again.

zWhen 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, con-

nect the external display or press

zPress

and adjust the brightness.

The power has not been

turned off, but after a certain

period of time, there is no

display

zHas 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 trigger-

ing of a selection, like

Ctrl

zTo 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, press the power switch.

When the battery pack is

used, the screen is darker

than when the AC adaptor is

connected

zPress

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.

The cursor cannot be con-

trolled properly

zIf you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been con-

nected correctly.

zRestart the computer by using the keyboard (Press ,

, and select [Restart] with

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

(Îpage 28).

An afterimage appears

(e.g., green, red, and blue

dots remain on the display)

or there are dots not dis-

playing the correct colors

zIf 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.

zHigh-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 ele-

ments either fail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than 99.998% of ele-

ments are functioning properly), no defect is considered to exist.

Starting Up

Troubleshooting

The screen becomes disor-

dered

zChanging the number of colors of the display may affect the screen. Restart the

computer.

zWhen using Dualview, use the same display colors for the external display as those

used by the LCD.

zWhen using Dualview, do not press

zRestart your computer immediately after enabling or disabling Dualview.

The external display no

longer displays properly

zWhen 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.

When you want to display

the fonts or icons at a larger

size

zChange the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” (⇒Reference Manual “Icon

Enlarger”).

zYou can also change the settings as follows (for more details, refer to the Windows

Help).

ASelect [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Display] -

[Appearance].

BSelect the font size in [Font size], and select [Effects] and then add the

check mark for [Use large icons] to increase the icon size.

CSelect [OK], then select [OK].

When a video such as an

MPEG file and a DVD video

is being played with

WinDVD or Windows®

Media Player, the display

destination cannot be

switched using

zThe display destination cannot be switched while a video such as an MPEG file and

a DVD video is playing.

Stop playing the video before switching the display destination.

An error occurs or the com-

puter freezes while using

Dualview

zIf 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.

When the screensaver is

set, an error will occur dur-

ing a resume operation

zWhen the computer automatically enters the standby or hibernation mode while the

screensaver is running, an error may occur during a resume operation. In such

cases, turn off the screensaver or try changing the pattern of the screensaver.

Shutting down

Windows cannot be shut

down or restarted

zIf a USB device is connected, try removing it.

Battery Indicator

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

Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the indicator light is

orange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your

computer. After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your

computer on.

The red indicator blinks zQuickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and

disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.

If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support (

page 37). The

battery pack or charging circuit may be defective.

The green indicator blinks zIn high temperature mode, the battery pack is discharging to a level of 80%*1 in nor-

mal temperature mode.(⇒Reference Manual “Battery Power”) Do not remove the

battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green.

*1 A level of 80% in normal temperature mode is displayed as [100%] in high temperature mode.

The orange indicator blinks zBattery 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.

Display

Dealing with Problems (Summary)

Troubleshooting

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual is

not displayed

zIs 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 installation destination folder. If the destination folder is changed, the Reference

Manual cannot be opened from [start] menu.

Fast User Switching function

Some applications do not

work properly

zWhen switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the follow-

ing problems may occur.

• Some applications may not work properly.

• Key combination with

may not work.

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

• The wireless LAN cannot be used.

• A serial mouse may not work.

• The B's CLiP icon will no longer be shown on the taskbar and B’s CLiP cannot be

used.

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.

Others

No response zPress

Ctrl

Shift

Esc

to open Task Manager and close the software application

which is not responding.

zAfter 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

procedure. Then reinstall the program.

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

When trying to play back

video files using Windows®

Media Player, the message

[Codec required] appears,

and the file cannot be

played back

zSome 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 automatically, allowing you to play back the file.

The shortcut icon for the

Windows® Media Player is

not displayed on the

desktop

zStart 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.

Two shortcut icons for the

Windows® Media Player are

displayed on the desktop

zDid 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.

Troubleshooting

Reinstalling Software

Preparing

zThe Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included).

zPanasonic CD/DVD drive

Important

zBefore the reinstallation procedure, remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD

drive).

zTurn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket.

(⇒Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket”)

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

zEven if reinstallation is executed, the number of times that the DVD video region

code can be set will not be returned to the state set at the time of factory shipment.

ATurn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is

displayed.

The Setup Utility will start up.

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

BWrite down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and then press

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

CSelect [Boot] menu, then select [CD/DVD Drive] and press

until [CD/

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

DPlace the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.

EPress

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

. The com-

puter will restart.

FPress

to execute [1. [Recovery]].

(You can cancel this operation by pressing

The License Agreement screen should appear.

GPress

to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to con-

tinue!].

This screen should appear.

HMake a selection from the menu.

zWhen selecting [2], enter the basic partition size for the operating sys-

tem installation and press

Enter

(The data partition size is the remainder after subtracting the basic par-

tition size.)

When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any criti-

cal data that is on your hard disk before running the reinstallation procedure.

The reinstallation procedure will return the computer to its original condition.

zIf you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstallation

procedure.

Before Reinstallation

Reinstalling

Reinstalling Software

Troubleshooting

zTo select [3], the first partition size must be 6 GB or more of the hard

disk size. Reinstallation cannot be performed with a small partition

size.

IAt the confirmation message, press

The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts automatically. (The

operations take about 15 minutes.)

zDo not interrupt the reinstallation procedure before completion, for

example by turning off the computer or pressing

Ctrl

Alt

Del

, as

this may prevent Windows from starting up, or may cause data to be

lost so that the reinstallation procedure cannot be executed.

JAfter the reinstallation procedure completes, the screen should appear.

Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key.

The computer will be shut down.

KTurn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-

played.

The Setup Utility will start up.

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

LPress

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and then press

Enter

. (The

Setup Utility settings will return to their default values. Even the security

settings with the exception of the password(s) will return to their default

values.)

MSelect [Exit] and then select [Save Current Values], then press

Enter

At the confirmation messages, select [Yes] and press

Enter

NTurn the computer off by using the power switch.

zIf additional instructions are included with the computer, be sure to

read them. It may be necessary to perform additional operations during

the following procedures.

OPerform the first-time use operation. (Îpage 12)

PRun the Setup Utility and change the settings where necessary.

Changing the drive letter

You can change the drive letter for the CD/DVD drive or hard disk drive by the

following steps.

zDrive letters can only be changed when two or more partitions have been

created on the hard disk drive. The name of the C: drive cannot be

changed.

zWe recommend that you make these changes before installing applica-

tions.

ASelect [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] -

[Administrative Tools] - [Computer Management].

BSelect [Disk Management] from [Storage].

CRight click on the partition of the hard disk or the name of the CD/DVD

drive and select [Change Drive Letter and Paths...].

DSelect [Change].

ESelect [Assign the following drive letter] and the new drive letter, and then

select [OK].

FAt the confirmation message, select [Yes].

Appendix

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT

THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC® PRODUCT (“PRODUCT”) ARE

LICENSED ONLY TO THE END-USER (“YOU”), AND MAY BE USED BY YOU ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE

TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR

ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licenses their use to

you. 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.

LICENSE

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 Pro-

grams 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 other-

wise make the Programs or related documentation available to any third party, by time-sharing or otherwise, without the prior writ-

ten 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 cop-

ies 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.

YOU MAY NOT REVERSE ASSEMBLE, REVERSE COMPILE, OR MECHANICALLY OR ELECTRONICALLY TRACE THE PRO-

GRAMS, OR ANY COPY THEREOF, IN WHOLE OR IN PART.

YOU MAY NOT USE, COPY, MODIFY, ALTER, OR TRANSFER THE PROGRAMS OR ANY COPY THEREOF, IN WHOLE OR IN

PART, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THE LICENSE.

IF YOU TRANSFER POSSESSION OF ANY COPY OF ANY PROGRAM TO ANOTHER PARTY, EXCEPT AS PERMITTED IN

PARAGRAPH E ABOVE, YOUR LICENSE IS AUTOMATICALLY TERMINATED.

TERM

This license is effective only for so long as you own or lease the Product, unless earlier terminated. You may terminate this license at

any time by destroying, at your expense, the Programs and related documentation together with all copies thereof in any form. This

license will also terminate effective immediately upon occurrence of the conditions therefore set forth elsewhere in this Agreement, or

if you fail to comply with any term or condition contained herein. Upon any such termination, you agree to destroy, at your expense,

the Programs and related documentation together with all copies thereof in any form.

YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND IT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS

TERMS AND CONDITIONS. YOU FURTHER AGREE THAT IT IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATEMENT OF THE

AGREEMENT BETWEEN US, WHICH SUPERSEDES ANY PROPOSAL OR PRIOR AGREEMENT, ORAL OR WRITTEN, AND

ANY OTHER COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN US, RELATING TO THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS 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.

Appendix

Contrat de licence d’usage limité

Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic® (le “Produit”) sont exclusivement concédés en

licence à l’utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci-

dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et

conditions 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.

Licence

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 documentation

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.

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 communi-

cation entre nous, relativement à l’objet du présent contrat.

Appendix

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

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.

zYou will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included) and Panasonic CD/DVD

drive.

zTurn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket.

(⇒Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket”)

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

zThis utility can only be used for internal hard disk. It cannot be used to erase data

from external hard disks.

zThis utility cannot erase data from damaged disk.

zThis utility cannot erase data for specific partitions.

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

ATurn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-

played. The Setup Utility will start up.

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

BSelect [Boot] menu, then select [CD/DVD Drive] and press

until [CD/

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

CPlace the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.

DPress

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer will restart.

EPress

to execute [2. [Erase HDD]].

(You can cancel this operation by pressing

FAt the confirmation message, press

GWhen [<<< Start menu >>>] is displayed, press

Enter

HThe approximate time required for erasing data will be displayed.

Press

Space

IAt 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

If the operation is cancelled before being completed, a part of the data will

not be erased.)

JAfter 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 dis-

played.

KRemove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key to turn

off the computer.

The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an overwriting method, but there is a possibility that due to malfunc-

tions or other operational errors, data may not be completely erased. There are also specialized devices that may be

able to read data that has been erased using this method. If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recom-

mend that you contact a company that specializes in this process. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no

responsibility for losses or damages suffered as a result of the use of this utility.

Preparing

Procedure

Appendix

Specifications

This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-51GAMBAKM/CF-51GAMDAKM/CF-51GAMEAKM/CF-

51ABLDAKM/CF-51ABLEAKM/CF-51ABLBAKM. The model number will change depending 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 (⇒ Reference Manual “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

*1 1MB = 1,048,576 bytes

*2 When expanding memory, remove the RAM module that was inserted at the time of factory shipment, and insert two 1024 MB-RAM modules.

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

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

*5 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.

*6 Varies depending on the usage conditions.

*7 Measured using BatteryMark™ Version 4.0.1 (LCD brightness: Maximum - Minimum)

*8 Measured using MobileMark™ 2002 (LCD brightness: 60 cd/m2)

Model No. CF-51GAMBAKM

CF-51GAMDAKM

CF-51GAMEAKM

CF-51ABLDAKM

CF-51ABLEAKM

CF-51ABLBAKM

CPU Intel® Pentium® M Processor

1.6 GHz, 1 MB*1 L2 cache

Intel® Pentium® M Processor

735 (1.70 GHz, 2 MB*1 L2

cache, 400 MHz FSB)

Memory 256 MB*1 (2048 MB*1 *2 Max.) 512 MB*1 (2048 MB*1 *2 Max.)

Video Memory 64 MB*1

LCD Type 15.0 XGA type (TFT) 15.0 UXGA type (TFT)

Displayed Colors*3 65536/Approx.16,000,000 col-

ors (800 × 600 dots/1024 ×

768 dots)

65536/Approx.16,000,000 col-

ors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768

dots/1280 × 1024 dots/1600 ×

1200 dots)

External Display 65536/Approx.16,000,000 colors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768

dots/1280 × 1024 dots/1600 × 1200 dots/2048 × 1536 dots)*4

Hard Disk Drive 40 GB*5 60 GB*5

Battery Pack Li-ion 11.1 V, 6.6 Ah

Operating

Time*6

Main Battery Approx. 2.5 hours - 6.5 hours*7

(Approx. 6.0 hours*8)

Approx. 2.0 hours - 5.5 hours*7

(Approx. 5.0 hours*8)

Main Battery +

Second Battery Approx. 4.0 hours - 8.5 hours*7

(Approx. 9.5 hours*8)

Approx. 3.5 hours - 7.0 hours*7

(Approx. 8.5 hours*8)

Charging

Time*6

Power On Main Battery Approx. 4.0 hours

Main Battery +

Second Battery

Approx. 6.5 hours

Power Off Main Battery Approx. 4.0 hours

Main Battery +

Second Battery

Approx. 6.5 hours

Clock Battery Coin type lithium battery 3.0 V

Appendix

Main Specifications

*1 Either a PC2700-compliant RAM module or a PC2100-compliant RAM module can be added.

*2 Use only a monaural condenser microphone.

*3 The Product Recovery DVD-ROM is required.

*4 The 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.

*5 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.

*6 Rated power consumption.

Slots PC Card Slots Two Type I or Type II, or one Type III

Allowable current

(total for two slots)

3.3 V: 400 mA

5 V: 400 mA

RAM Module Slot 200-pin, SO-DIMM, DDR SDRAM, PC2700 Compliant*1

Interface Parallel Port Dsub 25-pin female

External Display Port Mini Dsub 15-pin female

Serial Port Dsub 9-pin male

Microphone Jack*2 Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA

Headphone Jack Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA

Impedance 32 Ω, Output Power 4 mW × 2

External Keyboard/ Mouse Port Mini DIN 6-pin female

Expansion Bus Connector Dedicated 100-pin female

USB Port 4-pin x 2, USB 2.0

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

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

IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T

Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b/g

IEEE1394 Interface Connector 4-pin × 1

Pointing Device Touch Pad

Speaker Stereo Speaker

Sound WAVE and MIDI playback

Keyboard 87 keys

Operating System Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional with Service Pack 1a

Utility Programs Setup Utility, DMI Viewer, Adobe® Acrobat® Reader, Hard

Disk Data Erase Utility*3, PC Information Viewer, Icon

Enlarger, WinDVD™ 5 (OEM Version), B’s Recorder GOLD7

BASIC, B’s CLiP 5, Intel® PROSet

AC Adaptor*4 Input 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output 15.6 V DC, 5.0 A

Power Consumption*5 Approx. 35 W*6/ Approx. 90 W (maximum when recharging

in the ON state)

Environ-

ment

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)

Physical Dimensions (W × H × D) 325 mm × 47 mm × 278 mm {12.8 ’’ × 1.9 ’’ × 10.9 ’’}

Weight with the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive

inserted in the multimedia pocket Approx. 3.0 kg {Approx. 6.7 lb.}

with no devices inserted in the multi-

media pocket Approx. 2.8 kg {Approx. 6.2 lb.}

Specifications

Appendix

Multimedia Pocket (DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive or DVD MULTI Drive)

Multimedia Pocket (Floppy Disk Drive)

*1 The drives included in the computer cannot be inserted into the multimedia pocket simultaneously.

*2 Read only.

*3 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.

*4 In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge discs or removable cartridge discs can be used.

*5 If 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.

*6 Depending on the disc, the writing speed may become slower.

*7 1KB = 1,024 bytes

*8 1MB = 1,024,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer MB.

Model No. CF-51GAMBAKM

CF-51GAMDAKM*1

CF-51ABLDAKM*1

CF-51ABLBAKM

CF-51GAMEAKM*1

CF-51ABLEAKM*1

Drive DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive DVD MULTI Drive

Supports DVD DVD-ROM (Single Layer, Dual

Layer), DVD-R*2 (3.95 GB*3, 4.7

GB*3), DVD-RW*2 (4.7 GB*3), DVD-

RAM*2*4 (2.6 GB*3, 4.7 GB*3)

DVD-ROM (Single Layer, Dual

Layer), DVD-R*2 (3.95 GB*3, 4.7

GB*3), DVD-RW (4.7 GB*3), DVD-

RAM*2*4 (2.6 GB*3, 4.7 GB*3)

CD CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, Photo CD, VideoCD, Enhanced Music CD, CD-

RW, CD-TEXT

DVD-ROM read*5 8X speed (Max.)

CD-ROM read*5 24X speed (Max.)

CD-R write*6 4X speed, 8X speed, 16X speed

(Max.), 24X speed (Max.)

4X speed, 8X speed, 16X speed

(Max.)

CD-RW write 4X speed

High-Speed CD-RW write 4X speed, 8X speed, 10X speed 4X speed, 8X speed

Ultra-Speed CD-RW write 10X speed, 16X speed (Max.), 24X

speed (Max.)

DVD-R write 2X speed

DVD-RW write 1X speed

DVD-RAM write 2X speed

Model No. CF-51GAMDAKM*1/CF-51GAMEAKM*1/CF-51ABLDAKM*1/

CF-51ABLEAKM*1

Floppy Disk Drive 720 KB*7/1.44 MB*8 (two-mode)

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 sep-

arate 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 dam-

age which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic, or failures which result from alter-

ation, 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 RESULT-

ING 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 PUR-

POSE 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 prob-

lem is not handled to your satisfaction, 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 requirements 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, mishandling, 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 WAR-

RANTY OR CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF GOOD-

WILL, 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.

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.

DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-LAPTOP5

LIMITED WARRANTY

Appendix

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 nor-

mal 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 ser-

vice 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, intro-

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

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 soft-

ware 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 Can-

ada 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 conse-

quential 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 environmental 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, SOFTWARE MEDIA, COMPUTER PRODUCT, OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES.

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

CONSEQUENTIAL 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.

For Canada

Scope of Coverage Period of Coverage Type of Failure Coverage

Whole Product (except Batteries), AC adaptor and

CD-ROM (if factory installed)

Three (3) Years from Date of

Original End User Customer

Purchase

Defective Materials or Workmanship

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

Replicator, Extra Memory Modules and all other

Peripherals, Options and Accessories

One (1) Year from Date of

Original End User Customer

Purchase

Defective Materials or Workmanship

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.

Appendix

Memo

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

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

efficiency.

Printed in Taiwan

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.

Panasonic Computer Solutions Company

50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5,

Secaucus, NJ 07094

Panasonic Canada Inc.

5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga,

Ontario L4W 2T3

TA0404-1054

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