Panasonic of North America 9TGCF-731A Panasonic Toughbook with WLANa/b/g User Manual 73MK4 X E OI P01 pm6

Panasonic Corporation of North America Panasonic Toughbook with WLANa/b/g 73MK4 X E OI P01 pm6

Users Manual

Personal ComputerOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSAppendixLIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ........33Hard Disk Backup Function............................35Hard Disk Data Erase Utility...........................39Specifications .................................................40LIMITED WARRANTY....................................42TroubleshootingList of Error Codes ......................................... 23Dealing with Problems (Summary)....................... 24Reinstalling Software .................................... 31OperationStarting Up/Shutting Down............................ 15Touch Pad ..................................................... 18Reference Manual ......................................... 19Useful Information ......................................... 20Getting StartedRead Me First.................................................. 3Names and Functions of Parts ........................ 9First-time Operation ......................................11Contents[Additional Manual]Reference ManualThis manual can be accessed on your computer. Referto page 19 on how to access the Reference Manual.Reference ManualReference Manual•Touch Pad•Touchscreen•Standby/HibernationFunctions•Security Measures•Computing on the Road•Battery Power•Multimedia Pocket•DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive• WinDVD• B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP•PC Cards• SD Memory Card•SD Memory Card SecurityFunction•RAM Module•Port Replicator / I/O Box•External Display•Printer•USB Devices•Modem•LAN•Wireless LAN•Hard Disk Drive•Setup Utility• Icon Enlarger• Loupe UtilityReference Manual•Technical Information•DMI Viewer•List of Error Codes•Dealing with Problems(Advanced)Model No. CF-73 SeriesXPPlease read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use.Getting StartedAppendix OperationTroubleshooting•Read Me First•Key Combinations•LED Indicators
2Getting StartedIntroductionThank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your newcomputer.Customer’s RecordSerial No.orDate of PurchaseModel No. *Code No.Dealer’s NameDealer’s Address* For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-73SCVTSBM) located onthe bottom of the computer.Illustrations and Terminology in this ManualCopyrightThis manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may bereproduced 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.©2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.DisclaimerComputer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes noliability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals.TrademarksMicrosoft, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or othercountries.Intel, Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the UnitedStates and/or other countries.Panasonic is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner 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.Fn + F5 : This illustration means to press and hold the [Fn] key, then press the [F5] key.[start] - [Run]: This illustration means to click [start], then to click [Run]. For some applications, you may need todouble-click. :Where to go for referred information. : This illustration means to refer to the Reference Manual, which is available on your computer.Refer to page 19 on how to access this manual.Some of the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly in shape from the actual items in order to make the explanationeasier to understand.If the user has logged on without the administrator authority, some functions may not be executable, and some screens may notbe displayed as shown in this manual. If this happens, log on with the administrator authority to enable these functions.Confirm the latest information on optional products in catalogs, etc.In this manual, “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies” is indicatedas “Windows” or “Windows XP”.In this manual, the following software packages are described as follows:“B’s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC” as “B’s Recorder”“B’s CLiP 6” as “B’s CLiP”Circular media such as DVD-ROM and CD-ROM are described as “discs”.The following drives may be described as “CD/DVD drive”.DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive, DVD MULTI drive
3Getting StartedRead Me FirstFederal Communications Commission RadioFrequency Interference StatementNote: This equipment has been tested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the receiver is connected.Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra-dio/TV technician for help.WarningTo assure continued compliance, use only shielded interfacecables when connecting to a computer or peripheral. Also, anychanges or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate this equipment.FCC RF Exposure Warning:This equipment is provided with PC Card slot that could beused with wireless transmitters, which will be specificallyrecommended when they become available.Other third-party wireless transmitters have not been RF ex-posure evaluated for use with this computer and may notcomply with FCC RF exposure requirements.<Only for models with wireless LAN>This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure lim-its set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment has been approved for mobile operation, andunless otherwise advised in separate supplemental instruc-tions for individual wireless transmitter(s), requires mini-mum 20 cm spacing be provided between antenna(s) and allperson’s body (excluding extremities of hands, wrist and feet)during wireless modes of operation.This equipment may use multiple installed transmitters, whichmay be capable of simultaneous transmission.<Only for models with wireless LAN>This product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation inthe 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range.FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequencyrange 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmfulinterference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stationscan cause interference with and /or damage this product.For U.S.A.FCC Regulation Notice for modemThis equipment contains a FCC approved modem.FOR HOME OR OFFICE USETested To ComplyWith FCC Standards1. This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules. On thecomputer is a label that contains, among other information,the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number(REN) for this equipment. If required, this information mustbe provided to the telephone company.2. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro-vided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to beconnected to the telephone network or premises wiring us-ing a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant.See Installation Instructions for details.3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices whichmay be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on thetelephone line may result in the devices not ringing in responseto an incoming call. In most, but not all area, the sum of RENsshould not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number ofdevices that may be connected to a line, as determined by thetotal RENs, contact the local telephone company.4. If your telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone net-work, the telephone company will notify you in advice thattemporary discontinuance of service may be required. But ifadvice notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will no-tify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be ad-vised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if youbelieve it is necessary.5. The telephone company may take changes in its facilities,equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the op-eration of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com-pany will provide advance notice in order for you to makenecessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.6. If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair orwarranty information, please contact Panasonic Corporationof North America at DIAL TOLL FREE 1-800-LAPTOP5(1-800-527-8675). If the equipment is causing harm to thetelephone network, the telephone company may request thatyou disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.7. There are no user serviceable parts contained in this equip-ment.8. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided bythe telephone company. Connection to party lines is subjectto state tariffs.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operationis subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.Responsible Party: Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaOne Panasonic WaySecaucus, NJ 07094Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-8675)
4Getting StartedRead Me FirstFor CanadaIndustry Canada (IC) Notice for modemThis 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 certifiedequipment. This certification means that the equipment meetstelecommunications network protective, operational andsafety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate TerminalEquipment Technical Requirements document(s). TheDepartment does not guarantee the equipment will operateto the user’s satisfaction.Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it ispermissible to be connected to the facilities of the localtelecommunications company. The equipment must also beinstalled using an acceptable method of connection. The customershould be aware that compliance with the above conditions maynot prevent degradation of service in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by arepresentative designated by the supplier. Any repairs oralterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipmentmalfunctions, may give the telecommunications companycause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electricalground connections of the power utility, telephone lines andinternal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connectedtogether. This precaution may be particularly important in ruralareas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make suchconnections themselves, but should contact the appropriateelectric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.”“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assignedto each terminal device provides an indication of themaximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to atelephone interface. The termination on an interface mayconsist of any combination of devices subject only to therequirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbersof all the devices does not exceed 5.”REN: See bottom of the computerRESTRICTIONS CONCERNANT LE RACCORDEMENTDE MATÉRIEL“AVIS: L’étiquette d’Industrie Canada identifie le matérielhomologué. Cette étiquette certifie que le matériel estconforme aux normes de protection, d’exploitation et desécurité des réseaux de télécommunications, comme leprescrivent les documents concernant les exigencestechniques relatives au matériel terminal. Le Ministèren’assure toutefois pas que le matériel fonctionnera à lasatisfaction de l’utilisateur.Avant d’installer ce matériel, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer qu’ilest permis de le raccorder aux installations de l’entrepriselocale de télécommunication. Le matériel doit également êtreinstallé en suivant une méthode acceptée de raccordement.L’abonné ne doit pas oublier qu’il est possible que laconformité aux conditions énoncées ci-dessus n’empêche pasla dégradation du service dans certaines situations.Les réparations de matériel homologué doivent êtrecoordonnées par un représentant désigné par le fournisseur.L’entreprise de télécommunications peut demander àl’utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparationsou de modifications effectuées par l’utilisateur ou à cause demauvais fonctionnement.Pour sa propre protection, l’utilisateur doit s’assurer que tousles fils de mise à la terre de la source d’énergie électrique,des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d’eaumétalliques, s’il y en a, sont raccordés ensemble. Cetteprécaution est particulièrement importante dans les régionsrurales. Avertissement: L’utilisateur ne doit pas tenter de faireces raccordements lui-même; il doit avoir recours à un serviced’inspection des installations électriques, ou à un électricien,selon le cas.”“AVIS: L’indice d’équivalence de la sonnerie (IES) assignéà chaque dispositif terminal indique le nombre maximal determinaux qui peuvent être raccordés à une interface. Laterminaison d’une interface téléphonique peut consister enune combinaison de quelques dispositifs, à la seule conditionque la somme d’indices d’équivalence de la sonnerie de toutsles dispositifs n’excède pas 5.”IES: Voir sous le fond de l’ordinateurNotice for the products using LCDThis product uses one or more fluorescent lamps containing asmall amount of mercury. It also contains lead in some compo-nents. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your com-munity due to environmental considerations. For disposal orrecycling information please contact your local authorities, orthe Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org/>9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes itunlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronicdevice to send any message via a telephone fax machine un-less such message clearly contains in a margin at the top orbottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of thetransmission, the date and time it is sent and an identificationof the business or other entry, or other individual sending themessage and the telephone number of the sending machineor such business, other entity, or individual. In order to pro-gram this information into your fax software, you should re-fer to the manual of the Fax software being used.10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom-mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC outletto which this equipment is connected. Telephone companies re-port that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are verydestructive to customer terminal equipment connected to ACpower sources and that this is a major nationwide problem.“Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger tele-communication line cord.”“ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, utiliser uniquement desconducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG ou de section supérieure.”
5Getting Started<Only for models with wireless LAN>Industry CanadaThis product complies with RSS210 Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions;(1) this device may not cause interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.Declaration of Conformity (DoC)“Hereby, we and Panasonic Service Europe GmbH (PSE), declares that this Personal Computer is in compliancewith the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.”Hint:If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please contact to ourweb address: http://doc.panasonic-tc.deNetwork connection.The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;In all the countries of European Economical Area;- Public Switched Telephony NetworksTechnical Features.The terminal equipment includes the following features;- DTMF dialing- Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbit/s- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/sThis product is designed to interwork with the Public Switched Telecommunication Networks in UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden,Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, Iceland, Greece, Italy, Norway andAustria.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Compliance Notice - CE MarkThis equipment is in conformance with the requirements of the European Council Directive listed below:73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive with amendment 93/68/EEC89/336/EEC EMC Directive with amendments 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC1999/5/EC--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For Europe(For models with a “CE” mark on the bottom of the computer)<Only for models with wireless LAN>This product (local network devices) for the band 5150-5250MHz is only indoor usage to reduce potential for harmful inter-ference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning thehave priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-5850 MHz and theseradars could cause interference and/or damage to LELAN de-vices.
6Getting StartedRead Me FirstLithium BatteryLithium Battery!This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date,time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only beexchanged by authorized service personnel.Warning! A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or mis-application may possibly occur.Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De SécuritéWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precau-tions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:1.Do not use this product near water, for example, near abath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wetbasement or near a swimming pool.2.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) dur-ing an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of elec-tric shock from lightning.3.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicin-ity of the leak.4.Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in thismanual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They mayexplode. Check with local codes for possible special dis-posal instructions.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSCertaines mesures de sécurité doivent être prises pendantl’utilisation de matérial téléphonique afin de réduire lesrisques d’incendie, de choc électrique et de blessures. Envoici quelquesunes:1.Ne pas utiliser l’appareil près de l’eau, p.ex., près d’unebaignoire, d’un lavabo, d’un évier de cuisine, d’un bac àlaver, dans un sous-sol humide ou près d’une piscine.2.Éviter d’utiliser le téléphone (sauf s’il s’agit d’un appareilsans fil) pendant un orage électrique. Ceci peut présenterun risque de choc électrique causé par la foudre.3.Ne pas utiliser l’appareil téléphonique pour signaler unefuite de gaz s’il est situé près de la fuite.4.Utiliser seulement le cordon d’alimentation et le type depiles indiqués dans ce manual. Ne pas jeter les piles dansle feu: elles peuvent exploser. Se conformer aux règlementspertinents quant à l’élimination des piles.CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONSInformation to the User<Only for models with wireless LAN>This product and your HealthThis product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by this producthowever is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.Because this product operates within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, we believe thisproduct is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and resultfrom deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.In some situations or environments, the use of this product may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsiblerepresentatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:Using this product on board of airplanes, orIn 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 authorization to use this product prior to turning on the product.Regulatory InformationWe are not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this product. The correctionof interference caused by such unauthorized modification will be the responsibility of the user. We and its authorized resellers ordistributors are not liable for damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with theseguidelines.Pile au lithium!Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permetde sauvegarder certaines données, notamment la date et l’fheure.La pile ne doit être remplacée que par un technicien qualifié.Danger ! Risque d’fexplosion en cas de non respect de cettemise en garde!
7Getting StartedKeep SD Memory Cards away from infants andsmall children.Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury.In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctorimmediately.CD/DVD Drive CautionCAUTION!THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OFPROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAYRESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.AVERTISSEMENT!CET APPAREIL UTILISE UN LASER.L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES OU DE RÉGLAGES OUL’EXÉCUTION DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE CELLESSPÉCIFIÉES ICI PEUVENT PROVOQUER UNE EXPOSITION ÀDES RADIATIONS DANGEREUSES.NE PAS OUVRIR LES COUVERCLES NI ESSAYER DE RÉPARERSOI-MÊME.CONFIER TOUT TRAVAIL D'ENTRETIEN À UN PERSONNELQUALIFIÉ.BottomCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTLASER KLASSE1Laser safety information is appropriate only when drive with laser isinstalled.Les mesures de sécurité relatives au laser ne s’appliquent que lors del’installation d’une unité avec laser.PrecautionsAvoid Extreme Heat and ColdDo not store or use the computer in locationsexposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold.Avoid moving the computer between locations withlarge temperature difference.Operation: 5 oC to 35 oC {41 oF to 95 oF}Storage: -20 oC to 60 oC {-4 oF to 140 oF}Avoid Direct Sunlight on the LCD PanelThe LCD panel should not be exposed to directsunlight or ultraviolet light.Avoid Humidity, Liquids and DustDo not store or use the computer in locations exposedto high humidity, liquids (including rain) or dust.UsageThis computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, the leakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the keyboard,etc., but no warranty is provided against such trouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely careful in the handling.Before putting the computer away, be sure to wipe off any moisture.Prevent ShockAvoid subjecting the computer to severe vibrations orimpact. Do not place the computer inside a car trunk.Avoid Radio Frequency InterferenceDo not place the computer near a television or ra-dio receiver.Avoiding Low-temperature BurnsAvoid more than casual contact with any heat pro-ducing area of the notebook computer, AC adap-tor, 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 heatsource for a long period of time.HandlingAvoid Magnetic FieldsKeep the computer away from magnets.Data stored on the hard disk may be lost.Avoid StackingDo not place heavy objects on top of the computer.Keep Small Objects AwayDo not insert paper clips or other small objects intothe computer.Do Not Disassemble the ComputerDo not attempt to disassemble your computer.Avoid Excessive Force on the DisplayDo not apply excessive downward force on thedisplay when it is completely opened, especiallywhen plugs and/or cables are connected to the rearof the computer.Do not touch the computer and cable when itstarts thunderingDo not connect a telephone line, or a network cableother than the one specified, into the LAN portIf the LAN port is connected to a network such asthe ones listed below, a fire or electric shock mayresult.• Networks other than 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10BASE-T• Phone lines (Telephone lines, internal phone lines(on-premise switches), digital public phones, etc.)
8Getting StartedRead Me FirstPrecautions (Battery Pack)NOTEThe battery pack may become warm during rechargingor normal use. This is completely normal.Recharging will not commence if internal temperatureof the battery pack is outside of the allowable tempera-ture range (0 °C to 50 °C {32 °F to 122 °F}). ( “Battery Power”) Once the allowable range requirementis satisfied, charging begins automatically. Note that therecharging time varies based on the usage conditions.(Recharging takes longer than usual when the tempera-ture is 10 °C {50 °F} or below.)If the temperature is low, the operating time is shortened.Only use the computer within the allowable temperaturerange.This computer has a high temperature mode function thatprevents the degradation of the battery in high tempera-ture environments. ( “Battery Power”) A levelcorresponding to a 100% charge for high temperaturemode is approximately equivalent to an 80% charge levelfor normal temperature mode.The battery pack is a consumable item. If the amount oftime the computer can be run by using a particular bat-tery pack becomes dramatically shorter and repeated re-charging does not restore its performance, the battery packshould be replaced with a new one.When transporting a spare battery inside a package, brief-case, etc., it is recommended that it be placed in a plasticbag so that its contacts are protected.Always power off the computer when it is not in use.Leaving the computer on when the AC adaptor is notconnected will exhaust the remaining battery capacity.Care should be exercised with regard to the following in or-der to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or damage.Avoid HeatDo not throw the battery pack into a fire or ex-pose it to excessive heat.Keep Articles AwayDo not place the battery pack together with articlessuch as necklaces or hairpins when carrying or stor-ing.Do Not DisassembleDo not insert sharp objects into the battery pack,expose it to bumps or shocks, deform, disassemble,or modify it.Do Not ShortDo not short the positive (+) and negative (-) con-tacts.Avoid Extreme Heat, Cold and Direct SunlightDo not charge, use or leave the battery pack forextended periods where it will be exposed to directsunlight, in a hot place (in a car on a sunny day, forexample), or in a cold place.Do Not Put into a MicrowaveDo not put the battery pack into a microwave ovenor a pressurized chamber.Stop UsingShould the battery emit an abnormal odor, becomehot to the touch, become discolored, change shape,or become in any way different from normal, re-move it from the computer or charger and stop us-ing it.Do Not Use With Any Other ComputerThe battery pack is rechargeable and was intendedfor the specified computer or charger. Do not useit with a computer other than the one for which itwas designed.Do not use this computer with a battery packother than the one specified (the one includedwith the computer or the specified battery packsold separately)If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of time(a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the battery packuntil the remaining battery level becomes 30% to 40% andstore it in a cool, dry place.This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by re-charging only when the remaining power is less than approx.95% of capacity.The battery pack is not charged when the computer is firstpurchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for the firsttime. When the AC adaptor is connected to the computer,charging begins automatically.Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your eyes, do notrub your eyes. Immediately flush your eyes with clear waterand see a doctor for medical treatment as soon as possible.Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The batterypack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirtyor damaged.Do not expose the battery pack to water, or allow it to be-come wet.
9Getting StartedNames and Functions of PartsPower SwitchBattery pack status( “Battery Power”)Power status( “LED Indicators”)LED IndicatorsCAUTION( “External Display”)External Display PortSerial PortUSB Ports( page 20)Touch PadFor enhanced portability andin-the-field efficiency.Carrying HandleFor information on the key combinationsavailable. ( “Key Combinations)( “LED Indicators”)LED IndicatorsSD Memory Card statusCaps LockNumeric Key (NumLk)Scroll Lock (ScrLk)Multimedia pocket device statusHard disk drive status( “Multimedia Pocket” and “DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive”)Multimedia Pocket (DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive)Function KeysSpeakersDC-IN Jack DC IN 15.6 V( “Wireless LAN”)Wireless LAN AntennaUse this port to a serial mouse or serial com-munication devices.( “Touchscreen”)Remove any accumulated dust usinga vacuum cleaner.Do not block or place the computer ina location that may prevent properventilation.Sound is output from Card Speakers built into theback panel of the LCD screen.To adjust the volume: Fn + F5 / Fn + F6Speaker on/off : Fn + F4CAUTIONDo not allow metallic objects or magnetic me-dia to come near the speakers.( “SD MemoryCard” and “SD MemoryCard Security Function”)SD Memory Card SlotDo not allow metallic objects or mag-netic media to come near these areas.• If floppy disks, magnetic memorycards, or other magnetic media ap-proach these areas, there is a risk thatdata will be destroyed.CAUTIONLCD<Only for models with wireless LAN>( “USB Devices”)Depending on the shape of the plug, some USB devices cannotbe connected to the USB port. In this case, use a commercially-available USB extension cable.( “PC Cards”)PC Card SlotsThis vent allows heat to exit.CAUTIONExhaust ventDo not block or place the computer ina location that may prevent properventilation.Suction vent
10Getting StartedNames and Functions of PartsUse only a monaural condensermicrophone (miniature jack). Us-ing an input source other than amonaural condenser microphonemay not allow audio to be input ormay damage the equipment.Use this jack to connect head-phones or amplifier-equippedspeakers. Audio output from the in-ternal speaker is disabled whenheadphones or external speakers areconnected.( “LAN”)( “Modem”)LANModemMicrophone JackHeadphone JackThis hole allows heat to exit.Ventilation HoleI/O Box ConnectorMP Release Button( “Multimedia Pocket” )( “RAM Module”)( “Battery Power”)Battery PackRAM Module Slot( “Port Replicator/I/O Box”)Expansion Bus ConnectorCAUTIONFor connecting printer, external mouse, keyboard,etc., through the I/O box (optional).( “Port Replicator/I/O Box”)A lithium ion battery that is recyclable powers the product youhave purchased. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for informationon how to recycle this battery.L’appareil que vous vous êtes procuré est alimenté par une batterieau lithium-ion. Pour des renseignements sur le recyclage de labatterie, veuillez composer le 1-800-8-BATTERY.Security Lock LOCKA Kensington cable can be connected.For more information, read the manual thatcomes with cable.EXT.Do not block or place the computer in alocation that may prevent proper venti-lation.CAUTIONDo not cover the computer with a thick cloth, such as a blanket.CAUTIONDo not connect the modem telephonecable into the LAN port.
11Getting StartedFirst-time OperationRead the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding ofsome 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 aremissing or is not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. ( page 41)Confirm that the latch is properly locked. If it is not, the battery pack may fall outwhile you are carrying around the computer.Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack and the computer. The batterypack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged. Also,the computer may not operate properly.Before using the battery pack, carefully read “Precautions (Battery Pack)”( page 8).2Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT. ( page 32)Be sure to read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the sealon the computer’s packaging.3Turn the computer over and insert the battery pack.1Slide the right-side latch to the unlock position ( ).2Make sure the battery pack is facing the correct direction, slide it in the direction ofthe arrow.3Slide the right-side latch to the lock position ( ), and then check to ensure that thebattery pack is held firmly.(Left latch is locked automatically.)Model No: CF-AA1653AAC Adaptor .............1Model No: CF-VZSU26AC Cord ................1 Battery Pack ........1Modem TelephoneCable ...................... 1AC Adaptor .............1Battery PackRight-side LatchOperating Instructions (This book)*1.... 1Product Recovery DVD-ROM....... 1Windows® Book ...................... 1312CAUTION( “Touchscreen”)*1If additional instructions are included with the computer, be sure to read them. It may benecessary to perform additional operations during the following procedures.Soft Cloth ............. 1 Stylus ...................1Left-side Latch
12Getting StartedFirst-time OperationConnect your computer to a power outlet.CAUTIONBe sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use operation.When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral de-vice except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.Handling the AC adaptorDo not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage theconnections.Use only the specified AC adaptor with your computer. Using an AC adaptorother than the one supplied might damage the battery and/or the computer.When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC cordfrom your AC wall outlet.Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder andlightning. Since this could adversely affect your computer, an uninterruptiblepower source (UPS) is highly recommended unless running from the batterypack alone.45Open the display.1Pull the carrying handle forward.2Lift up the latch.3Lift open the display.CAUTION6Turn your computer on.Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indi-cator turns on before releasing it.Do not press the power switch and hold it for more than four seconds; this willcause the power to be turned off forcibly.Do not press the power switch repeatedly.Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least ten seconds beforepowering it on again.7Setup Windows.Moving the cursor ( ) or clicking buttons can be performed with the touch pad( page 18).The battery pack will be charged automatically.Charging Time: Approx. 3 hours(Varies depending on the usage conditions.)321LatchPowerSwitch PowerIndicator DC-IN JackDC IN 15.6 VCAUTION1At [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], select [Next].2After reading the agreement, select [I accept this agreement] or [I don’t accept thisagreement], then select [Next].NOTEDC PlugDo not press any keys or touch the touch pad until [Windows XP ProfessionalSetup] is displayed.Do not use the touchscreen during the Windows setup.If [I don’t accept this agreement] is selected, the Windows setup will be aborted.
13Getting StartedCAUTIONRemember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannotbe operated.3Select settings for your region, then select [Next].4Enter your name and organization and then select [Next].5Enter your computer name and administrator password and then select [Next].6Enter the correct date, time and time zone, then select [Next].7Enter your administrator password and select .The computer will restart.NOTEIt may take some time before the computer restarts and the screen of step7 is displayed. Wait, and do not press any keys, touch the touch pad, etc.When creating a new user account:• If you make mail settings, create password reset disks ( page 14), orconduct other related operations before creating the user account, you willbe unable to use any previous mail history or settings.• When you create the first new account, you can only select [Computeradministrator].Once a “Computer Administrator” account has been created, you can cre-ate additional limited user accounts.Note also that only the added user account will be displayed in the Wel-come screen. The account for the administrator created during Windowssetup will not be displayed.NOTECAUTIONRemember this password! If the password is forgotten, Windows cannot beoperated. You can create a password reset disk beforehand ( page 14).8Create a new account.1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new account].2Enter a name for the new account, then select [Next].3Select [Computer administrator], then select [Create Account].4<When you want to create a password for the new account>Select the new account you have created and select [Create a password].Follow the instructions on the screen to create a password.5Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer] - [Restart] to restart the computer.NOTEWhen Windows setup is completed, the following message will be displayedat the bottom right of the screen: “Your computer might be at risk.” Con-tinue to the next step.The message is generated by the [Security Center] function in [Control Panel],and does not indicate an error or malfunction. For more information about[Security Center]: page 21.
14Getting StartedDepending on the Windows settings, installed applications, and drivers, menus andother displays may differ, or some functions (such as use of the password reset disk)may be inoperable. Check with your system administrator for details.You can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu.You can also change the way a user logs on or off.The procedure in this manual uses the method or view of the Windows XP defaultsetting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.).Resetting the passwordWindows XP has a function to reset a forgotten password.To use this function, you need to create a password reset disk beforehand followingthe steps below.1Connect the USB floppy disk drive (optional: CF-VFDU03) to your computer.2Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts].3Select [Prevent a forgotten password] from the [Related Tasks] menu of the ac-count you have logged on to and create a password reset disk following the on-screen instructions.Store the password reset disk in a safe place.• Only the logon password for each account can be reset.The password set in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”) cannot be reset.Information for Windows XPThis concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.First-time Operation9Calibrate the touchscreen.1Log on to Windows.2Select [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen Cali-bration Utility].3Touch the 12 “+” target marks sequentially with the stylus, and then select [Cali-bration].Keep touching each “+” mark until it blinks.4Select [Save & Exit].NOTECalibrate the touchscreen for each account created.About the Icon Enlarger:• If the characters or icons on the screen are too small and difficult to see,after completing step 9, select [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [IconEnlarger]. This will allow you to magnify the display of characters andicons on the screen. ( “Icon Enlarger”)• The [Icon Enlarger] can be set separately for each account.You can also use [Loupe Utility], which enlarges a part of the screen. ( “Loupe Utility”)<Only for models with wireless LAN>If you use the wireless LAN, be sure to refer to the Reference Manual’s“Wireless LAN”.NOTE
15OperationStarting Up/Shutting DownStarting UpPower Switch PowerIndicator 2Turn your computer on.Press the power switch and hold it for approximately one second until the power indi-cator turns on before releasing it.CAUTIONWhile booting, avoid the following until the hard disk drive indicator hasturned off.• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.• Touching the power switch.• Performing any keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen or external mouse opera-tions.• Closing the display.Once the computer is powered off, you must wait at least ten seconds beforepowering it on again.When the CPU temperature rises, the computer may not power on to preventthe CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to cooldown then switch the power on again.If the computer still does not power on, contact Panasonic Technical Support.( page 41)321Latch 1Open the display.1Pull the carrying handle forward.2Lift up the latch.3Lift open the display.You may encounter the following situations when the computer is turned on atvery low temperatures. These functions are designed to prevent hard disk drivemalfunctions that may occur at low temperatures.NOTESituationThe computer turns on,and the message “Warm-ing up the system (up to30 minutes)” is displayed.• The computer does notturn on.• The computer does notresume operation fromstandby mode.(The power indicatorblinks quickly in green.)ActionThe computer is warming up before start up. Wait forthe computer to start up (takes up to 30 minutes).However, the computer may fail to warm up and themessage “Cannot warm up the system” will be dis-played, and the computer will not start. If this happens,turn off the computer, leave it in an environment witha temperature of 5 °C {41 °F} or more for about anhour, and then try turning the power on once more.Leave it in an environment with a temperature of 5°C {41 °F} or more for about an hour, then try turn-ing the power on once more.If the dummy card is inserted, remove it before starting up.NOTE
16OperationStarting Up/Shutting Down3Log on to Windows.After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator has turned off, select the user andinput the password, then select . Until the correct password is entered, the computerwill not operate.4Select your application.You are able to start working on your computer.The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key, the touchpad, the touchscreen or an external mouse (when one is connected) for a certaininterval of time, the power to the LCD and hard disk may be turned off. The LCDwill resume operation when the touch pad, the touchscreen or an external mouse(when one is connected) is used or a key is pressed.The power to the LCD may be turned off even when an application software is beinginstalled. In this case, because it is conceivable that a selection dialog box will beshown, do not press Space or Enter to attempt to resume from this conditionas doing so may trigger a selection, but instead, press a key unrelated to the directtriggering of a selection, like Ctrl .In addition, when the computer is left alone, it automatically enters the standby orhibernation mode. The computer will resume by pressing the power switch. ( “Standby/Hibernation Functions”)NOTEIf the screen on the left is displayed immediately after you turnon the power...A password has been set to ensure the computer’s security.Enter your password*1 and press Enter . ( “Security Measures”)When the correct password is input, the computer will start.When three incorrect password attempts or nothing is input for one minute, the com-puter will power off.*1Supervisor Password or User Password set in the Setup Utility (not the Windows password).Enter Password [ ]
17OperationShutting Down (power off your computer)1Save important data and close each application.2Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer].3Select [Turn Off].Your computer will power off automatically.Restarting your computer (without shutting down):Select [Restart].To shut down using the keyboard;Press , U , and select [Turn Off] with U .CAUTIONDo not do the following during the shutdown/restart procedure.• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor.• Touching the power switch.• Performing any keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen or external mouse operations.• Closing the display.When you leave the computer or interrupt your work...If you use the “Standby” or “Hibernation” function, then when you turn on the power nexttime, the application software and files you were using before will be displayed, and youcan restart the same operations immediately ( “Standby/Hibernation Functions”).To quickly resume computer operation after shutting down,The standby or hibernation function is available ( “Standby/HibernationFunctions”).NOTE
18OperationTouch PadUse the touch pad to move the cursor on the screen and perform normal computer operations.Left ButtonWork SurfaceRefer to [Mouse Properties] for information on basic operations other than the above.To display [Mouse Properties]:Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Mouse].The operations of Scroll, Pan or Zoom will differ depending on the application. Thereare cases the touch pad will not support these operations even with an application thatsupports the functions.Right ButtonHandling the Touch PadBy design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only. Do not place any object on thework surface or press down forcefully with sharp-pointed objects (e.g., nails) or hard ob-jects that can leave marks (e.g., pencils and ball point 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.When the touch pad becomes dirty:Wipe to remove dirt by using a dry soft cloth such as gauze or a soft cloth first applied withdetergent diluted with water and then thoroughly wrung.Do not use benzene, thinner, rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect the surface,e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available household cleaners andcosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface.orTwo quick taps, but on thesecond tap leaving your fin-ger down (applying pres-sure) and moving it on thework surface.While holding down the but-ton, moving your finger onthe work surface.orFunction OperationMoving the CursorTapping/ClickingDouble-Tapping/Double-ClickingDraggingScroll*1Scroll a document(The movements will dif-fer depending on the ap-plication.)orMove the tip of your fingerlightly over the work surface.tapping clickingdouble-clickingdouble-tappingNOTETo right-click: click with the right button.*1 The movements will differ depending on the application.
19OperationReference ManualThe Reference Manual and the Important Tips can be accessed on your computer. When aprinter is connected, these manuals can also be printed.Illustrations may be difficult to view depending on the magnification. If the illustration istoo small, magnify the display.If a printer is connected, we recommend printing the pages required. Depending on theprinter, the illustrations and display samples may not be printed with a high quality.NOTEReference ManualThe Reference Manual explains functions for you to make greater use of the computer,such as how to add peripheral devices, how the Setup Utility works, and other useful infor-mation. (Refer to the cover of this manual for a list of the main contents included.)How to access the Reference ManualSelect [Reference Manual] in [start].Important TipsImportant Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the battery pack, which isnecessary for computing away from your home or office.It also offers helpful explanations on how to use the touchscreen more effectively.How to access the Important TipsSelect on the desktop.Important Tips can also be accessed from [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips].When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is accessed for the first time, the License Agree-ment of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. If it is displayed, after reading the agreement, select[Accept] to access the Reference Manual or Important Tips.Refer to Adobe Reader Help to use the Adobe Reader.Reference Manual / Important Tips
20OperationUseful InformationHandlingDisplay (LCD)Use the Soft Cloth included with the computer. (For more information, refer to “SuggestionsAbout Cleaning the LCD Surface” that comes with the Soft Cloth.)Areas excluding the displayWipe these areas with a soft cloth, after applying water or detergent diluted with water to thesoft cloth and firmly wringing out excess water.Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol. Doing so may adversely affect thesurface, e.g., discoloration. In addition, do not use commercially-available householdcleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to the surface.Do not directly add or spray water or detergent. If liquid enters the inside of the com-puter, it may cause it to work improperly or be damaged.CAUTIONMaintenanceThis computer has been designed so as to minimize shock to the LCD and hard disk drive, theleakage of liquid (e.g., water) on to the keyboard, etc., but no warranty is provided against suchtrouble. Therefore, as a precision instrument, be extremely careful when handling.When carrying the computer, be sure to keep to the following:Turn off the computer.Remove all external devices, cables, PC Cards protruding from the computer (see figure onthe left), and SD Memory Cards before transporting the computer.Do not drop or hit your computer against solid objects.Do not place the computer upright or allow it to tip over. When the computer receives extremelystrong shock after falling, the hard disk or floppy disk drive, etc., may become inoperable.Do not carry the computer while the display is open, or carry it by gripping the display.Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.When taking an airplane, always carry your computer with you. Never check it in withluggage. Before using the computer inside an airplane, we recommend asking the airlinesregarding their policy on this issue.Do not leave a disk in the drive while transporting your computer.When transporting a spare battery pack inside a package, briefcase, etc., it is recommendedthat it be placed in a plastic bag in order to protect its contacts.We recommend the following:Preparing a fully charged battery pack (and optional charger, if possible).Making backup copies on discs and carrying them with you.EnvironmentOperation: Temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F}Humidity : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)Storage: Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}Humidity : 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)Even within the temperature and humidity ranges noted above, using the computer for longperiods of time in an environment with exceptionally low or high temperatures or high humid-ity may result in deterioration of the product, which can lead to a reduction in product life. Places not to use your computerSuch areas may result in damage to the computer.Areas with electronic equipmentThese areas may interfere with your display or cause your computer to produce strange sounds.Areas with extremely high/low temperaturesDo not leave things near the computer that are sensitive to heat. During operation, thecomputer may become warm.Usage Environment
21OperationSecurity Center/Antivirus ProtectionUse the Windows Security Center function to protect Windows from damage by computerviruses, etc.Windows Security CenterWhat is Windows Security Center?The Windows Security Center allows centralized management of Windows security infor-mation, and monitors antivirus measures and other Windows security settings to ensureoptimum safety.Use the Windows Security Center function to protect your computer from damage by vi-ruses, etc.Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Security Center] to display the current settings for thefollowing security functions.• Windows FirewallA security system for protecting the computer from unauthorized access via the Internetor other external networks.The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the external net-work, so that only approved data can pass through.At the time of purchase, the Windows Firewall is set to be enabled.• Automatic UpdatesIf your computer is connected to the Internet, this function regularly checks whether secu-rity updates and other important updates have been made available, and automaticallyinstalls these updates in their latest conditions.• Virus ProtectionThis function regularly checks whether antivirus software has been installed in the com-puter, and whether the version of that software is the latest version available.Read the message, select (red icon) on the taskbar, and make the appropriate settings.This message, which the Windows Security Center displays to confirm the security-related settingsregularly, will be displayed until the settings are made more properly.If the message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayedNOTEThis message does not indicate an error. You can use the computer while the message isdisplayed. However, in order to operate the computer more safely, we recommend mak-ing the appropriate measures to reduce damage from virus and other attacks, thus avoid-ing the appearance of this message.Some network-related software and some online network games do not operate normallyif the Windows Firewall is enabled. Ask the software manufacturer about the WindowsFirewall in the case of using such software.For further details on the Windows Firewall, see the help displayed by the followingmethods:1Select [start] - [Help and Support] and input [Windows Firewall] into [Search].2Select [Windows Firewall overview].NOTEThe Pop-up BlockerIn Windows XP, security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web contents.One of these is the “Pop-up Blocker,” which may prevent some Web pages from being dis-played.
22OperationUseful InformationSaving Data on the Hard DiskHard Disk LockWhen the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the harddisk when the hard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set for thehard disk. When the hard disk is returned to the original computer, you can read and write data asbefore. In this case, however, make the settings in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they werebefore the hard disk was removed. (Note that this Hard Disk Lock does not guarantee the com-plete protection of data.) ( “Security Measures”)Do not expose your computer to shock.Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make yoursoftware applications and data unusable.Do not power off your computer while software applications are running or hard diskdrive indicator is on.Properly shut Windows down to avoid problems.Save all valuable data to disks, etc.Backing up data to disks, etc. will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer orshould you inadvertently change or erase data.Use the security function for all important data. ( “Security Measures” and“SD Memory Card Security Function”)When Using Peripheral DevicesPay 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 Manual, carefully readthe instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.Use only peripheral devices that conform to the computer’s specifications.Connect the devices properly, paying close attention to the condition and position of theconnectors.If a connection cannot be made easily, do not apply undue force; check once more to con-firm the condition and position of the connector (alignment of pins, etc.).If the connector has holding screws, fasten the screws firmly.Do not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables forcefully.Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software and usethem regularly.We recommend you run the software:• When booting your computer.• After receiving data.We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources, such as datadownloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress them beforerunning a check).For Data Execution Prevention (DEP), you can make one of the settings in the following menu.[start] - [Control panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [System] - [Advanced] - [Settings](in [Performance]) - [Data Execution Prevention].For more information, refer to Windows help.Computer VirusesWindows UpdateYou 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 driverupdate is required, contact to Panasonic Technical Support. ( page 42)[start] - [All programs] - [Windows Update]
23OperationWireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard diskvia a wireless LAN.If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after makingthe appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption.When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This DeviceWhen disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk inorder to prevent the theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initialize the hard diskthrough normal Windows commands, data can still be read using special software. In order toerase all data, either have the data erased by a specialist (at a charge) or use the hard disk dataerase utility (included) ( page 38). (Note that this hard disk data erase utility does not guar-antee that data will be completely erased.)Also, note that if you transfer ownership of this device without deleting commercial soft-ware that you have installed to the hard disk, you may be in violation of the licensingagreement for that software.When Changing Hard Disk PartitionsWhen using the hard disk backup function, divide into partitions when a backup area is created( page 34). If you divide up the hard disk into partitions before creating the backup area, thebackup area cannot be created.
24TroubleshootingList of Error CodesWhen turning on the computer, if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions shown below.If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact Panasonic Technical Support. ( page 41)Error Code/Message0211: Keyboard error0251: System CMOS checksumbad - Default configurationused0271: Check date and time set-tings0280: Previous boot incomplete- Default configuration used0613: Serial Port*1 configura-tion changed0614: Serial Port*1 config. error- device disabled*1The port name, such as A or B,is displayed, indicating the con-flicting ports.Press <F2> to SetupOperating System not foundExtended RAM Module FailedActionIf an external keyboard is connected, disconnect these devices.An error has occurred in the memory that stores the Setup Utility settings. This error occurswhen the memory content is changed through some inadvertent operation by a program orother function.Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to the appro-priate values as needed.If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-sonic Technical Support.The data and time setting are incorrect.Run the Setup Utility and set the date and time correctly.If the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. Contact Pana-sonic Technical Support.Startup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to their defaultvalues, and the computer has been restarted. Run the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to the appropri-ate values as needed.I/O address and IRQ settings are in conflict.Run the Setup Utility and change the settings in [Advanced] menu so there is no portconflicts.Write down the error details and press F2 to run the Setup Utility. Confirm thesettings, and change the settings to the appropriate values as needed.The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are trying toboot from.If the computer cannot be booted from the floppy disk, check the floppy disk drive toensure that the disk is in fact bootable, and change it to another if not.If the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk, confirm whether the hard disk isproperly recognized in [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.• If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation procedure.• If not, contact Panasonic Technical Support. If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the Setup Utilityand set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu to [Disable].If the extended RAM module has not been inserted properly, or if an extended RAMmodule other than one matching the specifications has been inserted, a beep will soundand the message “Extended RAM Module Failed” will be displayed when turning thepower on. In this case, turn the power off, confirm that the extended RAM module meetsthe specifications, and reinsert it. To run the Setup Utility1Restart the computer.2Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure.
25TroubleshootingDealing with Problems (Summary)The power indicator or bat-tery indicator is not litThe computer does not op-erate when a USB device isconnected[Enter Password] is displayedPOST Startup Error(s) isdisplayedWindows startup, or an op-eration is extremely slowThe date and time are incor-rectWhen resuming from thestandby or hibernationmode, [Enter Password]does not appear even if apassword has been set in theSetup UtilityWhen the administratorpassword is forgottenWhen “Remove disks orother media. Press any key[Executing BatteryRecalibration] screen is dis-playedCheck the cable connection for the AC adaptor.Check to see if a charged battery is properly inserted.Remove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected.Disconnect the USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in [Advanced]menu of the Setup Utility.Input your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten it, contactPanasonic Technical Support. page 24Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the SetupUtility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings). Then, the SetupUtility must be run once again for you to input the appropriate operating environmentsettings. (The processing speed depends on the application software used, so this opera-tion may not cause the processing speed to increase.)If you install resident software after purchasing this computer, disable the resident software.When Indexing Service is enabled, Windows operation becomes slower.Disable Indexing Service in the following menu.[start] - [Search] - [Change preferences] - [Without Indexing Service]You can set the date and time using the following menu:[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - [Date and Time] When the computer is connected to a LAN, confirm the date and time of the server.If you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the clock mayneed to be replaced. Contact Panasonic Technical Support. This computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from the year 2100 A.D. Even when a password has been set in the Setup Utility, [Enter Password] does not appearwhen the computer resumes from the standby or hibernation mode. If you want to use thesecurity function when using the standby or hibernation mode, use the Windows pass-word as follows:1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts], and select the account for which thepassword will be set.2Select [Create a password], input the password, and then [Create Password].3Add the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby]in [Control Panel] - [Performance and Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].If you have created a password reset disk ( page 14), a message is displayed when youfail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s instructions and set the pass-word again by using the password reset disk.If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstalling, setup Windows and thenset the password again.This means a floppy disk that does not contain system startup information has been left inthe floppy disk drive. Remove the floppy disk, and press any key.This message may appear when certain USB devices are connected. Remove the USBdevice, or set [Legacy USB Support] in [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility to [Disable].If the message still appears even after trying the above measures, this may be an indicationthat some type of hard disk failure has occurred. Contact Panasonic Technical Support.This screen appears because the Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows wasshut down last. To start up Windows, turn off the computer by sliding the power switch,and then turn it back on again.When a problem occurs, refer to this page. The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information. If a problem appears to berelated to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact PanasonicTechnical Support. ( page 41)You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s usage status. ( “Deal-ing with Problems (Advanced)”) Starting Up
26TroubleshootingDealing with Problems (Summary)No display after powering onThe power has not beenturned off, but after a cer-tain period of time, there isno displayWhen the battery pack isused, the screen is darkerthan when the AC adaptoris connectedThe LCD brightness changesa number of times when theAC adaptor is disconnectedImage colors are not repro-duced as expected when dis-playing photographs orother imagesAn afterimage appears (e.g.,green, red, and blue dots re-main on the display) or thereare dots not displaying thecorrect colorsWhen there is no display to an external display,• Check your cable connection to the external display.• Confirm your display is powered on.• Check the settings for your external display.The display destination may be set to the external display.Try changing the display destination by pressing Fn + F3 .If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing Fn + F3 , makesure that the display destination has switched completely each time before pressing Fn + F3 again.Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness.Has the computer been set to the power-saving mode? To resume operation of your computer from the condition the power of the display is off(for energy conservation purposes), press any key unrelated to the direct triggering of aselection, like Ctrl .To save power, your computer may have automatically entered the standby mode (powerindicator blinks green) or hibernation mode (power indicator turns off). In such cases,press the power switch.Press Fn + F2 and adjust the brightness. Note, however, that when the brightness isincreased, the battery running time will become shorter.Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is connected and whenit is disconnected.Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technology ( “Computing on the Road”) isactive and automatically changes the LCD brightness.We recommend removing the check mark from [Intel(R) Display Power Saving Technol-ogy]. ( “Computing on the Road”)If an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may appear. This isnot a malfunction. The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed.High-precision and advanced technologies are necessary in the production of color liquidcrystal displays (color LCDs). Therefore, if 0.002% or less of the picture elements eitherfail to light or remain constantly lit (that is, more than 99.998% of elements are function-ing properly), no defect is considered to exist. DisplayWhen the previous item isnot the causePress F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the SetupUtility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings).Try removing all peripheral devices.Check a disk error using the following procedure.1Display [Local Disk(C:) Properties].Select [Local Disk(C:)] with the right button in [start] - [My Computer], and select[Properties].2Select [Tools] - [Check Now].3Select [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].At startup, hold down F8 when [Panasonic] boot screen disappears*1, and releaseyour finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu is displayed. Start the computerin Safe Mode, and confirm the details of the error.*1 When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the [Panasonic] bootscreen disappears. Hold down F8 soon after inputting the password and pressing Enter . Starting Up (continued)
27TroubleshootingWindows cannot be shutdown or restarted Shutting downIf a USB device is connected, try removing it.It may take one or two minutes to shut down.The screen becomes disor-deredThe external display nolonger displays properlyWhen you want to displaythe fonts or icons at a largersizeDuring simultaneous dis-play, one of the screens be-comes disorderedWhen a video such as anMPEG file or a DVD videois being played withWinDVD or Windows? Me-dia Player, the display des-tination cannot be switchedusing Fn + F3When the screen saver is set,an error will occur during aresume operationThe screen display may become distorted if the resolution or number of colors is changed,or if an external display is connected or disconnected while the computer is operating.Restart the computer.When an external display not compatible with the power saving mode is used with thecomputer, the display may not function correctly when the computer enters the powersaving mode. In such cases, turn off the power to the external display.Change the size of the icons, etc. using “Icon Enlarger” ( “Icon Enlarger”).To enlarge a part of the screen, use Loupe Utility ( “Loupe Utility”).Try changing the display by pressing Fn + F3 .If you continue to experience problems, try changing the display destination in the follow-ing menu.[start] - [Control Panel] - [Other Control Panel Options] - [Intel(R) GMA Driver] - [De-vices]When the [Command Prompt] is set to “Full Screen” by pressing Alt + Enter , thepicture is displayed on one of the screens only. When the window display is restored bypressing Alt + Enter , the picture is displayed on both screens.The display destination cannot be switched while a video such as an MPEG file and aDVD video is playing. Stop playing the video before switching the display destination.When 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 thescreen saver or try changing the pattern of the screensaver. Display (continued) Battery IndicatorThe red indicator lightsThe red indicator blinksThe green indicator blinks*2The orange indicator blinksThe battery level is very low (the charge is approx. 9% or less).Connect the AC adaptor. You can use the computer when the battery indicator light isorange. If you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer.After replacing the battery pack with a fully charged one, turn your computer on.Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and dis-connect the AC adaptor, then connect them again.If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or charg-ing circuit may be defective.In high temperature mode, the battery is discharging to the level that corresponds to an80%*1 charge for normal temperature mode. ( “Battery Power”) Do not re-move the battery pack while the battery indicator is blinking green, or the power will beturned off forcibly.*1In high temperature mode, the level that corresponds to an 80% charge for normal tem-perature mode is displayed as [100%].*2Only for the main battery pack.Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the batterypack is outside of the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Once the allowablerange requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically. Your computer can be usednormally in this state.
28TroubleshootingDealing with Problems (Summary) Touch Pad / TouchscreenIf you are using an external mouse, ensure that the external mouse has been connectedcorrectly.Restart the computer by using the keyboard.(Press , U , and select [Restart] with R )If the computer does not respond to keyboard commands, read “No response”( page 28).Has the Setup Utility been used to set [Touch Pad] to [Enable]?When external mouse drivers are installed (e.g., Intellimouse), the touch pad may not beused.Has the touch pad driver been properly installed?As a result of the physical characteristics of the touchscreen, sometimes the position ofthe stylus does not match the position of the cursor on the screen. This is not a malfunc-tion. Perform [Calibration]. ( page 14)When mouse drivers are installed (i.e. IntelliMouse), the touchscreen is unable to be used.Reinstall the touchscreen driver.Has the touchscreen driver been properly installed?The cursor cannot be con-trolled properlyUnable to input using thetouch padUnable to point correctlywith the stylus includedwith the computerUnable to input by touchingthe displayIs Adobe Reader installed?If you have uninstalled Adobe Reader, install using the following procedures.1Log on to Windows with the administrator authority.2Select [start] - [Run], input [c:\util\reader\AdbeRdr60_enu_full.exe], then select [OK].Install Adobe Reader by following the instructions on the screen.3Update Adobe Reader to its latest version.If your computer is connected to the Internet, start up Adobe Reader and select [Help]- [Update].If your computer is not connected to the Internet, select [start] - [Run], input[c:\util\reader\Acro-Reader_6.0.2_Update.exe], then select [OK]. Reference ManualThe Reference Manual isnot displayed Reinstalling B’s Recorder/B’s CLiPWhen reinstalling, the inputof a serial number has beenaskedInput the following serial numberB’s Recorder: GK5PAA-AAAQ-1756-2885B’s CLiP: HG5PAA-AAAC-2804-1478 SD Memory CardCannot log on with the SDMemory CardWindows logon user name and password are not set in the SD Memory Card correctly.Enter the Windows user name and password without using the SD Memory Card.After logging on, set the same user name and the password on the SD Memory Card andWindows, using one of the following operations.• Change the setting of the SD Memory Card side by [SD Card Setup].• Change the setting of the Windows side by [Control Panel].
29TroubleshootingSome applications do notwork properly Fast User Switching FunctionWhen switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the followingproblems may occur.• Some applications may not work properly.• Key combinations with the Fn key may not work.• It may not be possible to set the settings of the display.• A serial mouse may not work.• The B’s CLiP icon will no longer be shown on the taskbar and CD-RW disc cannot bewritten using B’s CLiP.• Wireless LAN may not work (only for models with wireless LAN).In this case, log off all users without using Fast User Switching function, and try theoperation once more. If the problem persists, restart the computer.Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager and close the software applicationwhich is not responding.Is there an input screen (e.g., password input screen at startup) hidden behind anotherwindow? Use Alt + Tab to check for other windows being displayed.After shutting down by sliding the power switch for more than four seconds, slide thepower switch to power on and open the application again.If the program no longer works normally, delete the program using the following menu.Then reinstall the program.[start] - [Control Panel] - [Add or Remove Programs]Some video files use a Codec that is not installed as a standard. In these cases, if you playback the video file after connecting to the Internet, the Codec may be downloaded auto-matically, allowing you to play back the file. OthersNo responseWhen trying to play backvideo files using Windows®Media Player, the message[Codec required] appears, andthe file cannot be played back
30TroubleshootingReinstalling SoftwareBefore Reinstallation1Turn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive intothe multimedia pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)2Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic]boot screen is displayed.The Setup Utility will start up.If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Pass-word.3Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility andthen press F9 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and then press Enter .4Select [Boot] menu, then select [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx]and press F6 until [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx] is at the topof the [Boot] menu.5Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVDdrive.6Press F10 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .The computer will restart, and this screen should appear.Reinstalling8Press 1 to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions aboveand wish to continue!].This screen should appear.PreparingYou will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM and CD/DVD drive (included).ImportantBefore the reinstallation procedure, remove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive).Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the reinstallation procedure is completed.Even if reinstallation is executed, the number of times that the DVD video region code can be set will not be returned tothe state set at the time of factory shipment. ( “DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive”)9Make a selection from the menu.---------------------------------------------------------------------Select a number---------------------------------------------------------------------Reinstalling : Windows(R) XP Professional1. Reinstall Windows to the whole HDD to factory default.2. Make two partitions, for the operating system and data. And reinstallWindows to the operating system partition.(All existing partitions on HDD will be lost.)3. Reinstall Windows to the first partition.0. Cancel---------------------------------------------------------------------When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical data onyour hard disk to another media or to an external hard disk before running the reinstallation procedure.The reinstallation procedure will return the computer to its original condition.Even if a hard disk backup area has been created, this backup area will be erased, and all the backed up data will be lost.(This is not the case when Windows is reinstalled in the first partition.)• If you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstallation procedure.---------------------------------------------------------------------Select a number---------------------------------------------------------------------1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.3. [ Backup ] Enable the Backup function.0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.---------------------------------------------------------------------<When the hard disk backup function has been enabled>When the message [The Backup function has been en-abled. If [Recovery] or [Erase HDD] is executed, theBackup function will be disabled, and your Backup datawill be lost.] appears, press Y .7Press 1 to execute [1.[Recovery]].(You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 .)The License Agreement screen should appear.When selecting [2], enter the basic partition size forthe operating system installation and press Enter .(The data partition size is the remainder after subtract-ing the basic partition size.)To select [3], the initial partition size must be 6 GB ormore of the hard disk size. Reinstallation cannot be per-formed with a small partition size.<When the hard disk backup function has been enabled>If you select [1] or [2], the message [The Backup functionhas been enabled. If [Recovery] is executed, the Backupfunction will be disabled, and your Backup data will belost.] appears. In this case, press Y .If the message [Computer must be rebooted in order toexecute [Recovery.]] appears, press R .When [2] is selected, the hard disk backup func-tion cannot be enabled because the hard disk hasbeen divided into partitions.NOTE
31TroubleshootingDo not interrupt the reinstallation procedure be-fore completion, for example by turning off thecomputer or pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del , asthis may prevent Windows from starting up, or maycause data to be lost so that the reinstallation pro-cedure cannot be executed.11 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then pressany key.The computer will be shut down.12 Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic]boot screen is displayed.The Setup Utility will start up.If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Pass-word.13 Press F9 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . (The Setup Utility settings will return to theirdefault values. Even the security settings with the excep-tion of the password(s) will return to their default values.)14 Select [Exit] and then select [Save Current Values], thenpress Enter .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and pressEnter .15 Turn off the computer by pressing the power switch.10 At the confirmation message, press Y .The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts au-tomatically. (The operations take about 15 minutes.)<Changing the drive letter>You can change the drive letter for the CD/DVD drive or harddisk drive by the following steps.Drive letters can only be changed when two or more parti-tions have been created on the hard disk drive. The nameof the C: drive cannot be changed.We recommend that you make these changes before in-stalling applications.1Select [start] - [Control Panel] - [Performance and Mainte-nance] - [Administrative Tools] - [Computer Management].2Select [Disk Management] from [Storage].3Right click on the partition of the hard disk or the name ofthe CD/DVD drive and select [Change Drive Letter andPaths...].4Select [Change].5Select [Assign the following drive letter] and select thenew drive letter, and then select [OK].6At the confirmation message, select [Yes].CAUTIONAfter the reinstallation procedure completes, this screenshould appear.-----------------------------------------------------------------------[Recovery] is complete.Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot.Please remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and turn off the computer.------------------------------------------------------------------------16 Perform the first-time use operation ( page 12 step 6- page 14 step 9 ).17 Run the Setup Utility and change the settings where nec-essary.If additional instructions are included with the com-puter, be sure to read them. It may be necessary toperform additional operations during the followingprocedures.NOTE
32AppendixLIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENTTHE 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 WITHTHE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY DEEMEDTO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) has developed or otherwise obtained the Programs and hereby licensestheir use to you. You assume sole responsibility for the selection of the Product (including the associated Programs) toachieve your intended results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom.LICENSEA. MEI hereby grants you a personal, non-transferable and non-exclusive right and license to use the Programs inaccordance with the terms and conditions stated in this Agreement. You acknowledge that you are receiving onlya LIMITED LICENSE TO USE the Programs and related documentation and that you shall obtain no title,ownership nor any other rights in or to the Programs and related documentation nor in or to the algorithms,concepts, designs and ideas represented by or incorporated in the Programs and related documentation, all ofwhich 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 notdistribute or otherwise make the Programs or related documentation available to any third party, by time-sharingor otherwise, without the prior written consent of MEI.D. You may not copy or reproduce, or permit to be copied or reproduced, the Programs or related documentationfor any purpose, except that you may make one (1) copy of the Programs for backup purposes only in support ofyour 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 thesingle Product which was accompanied by the Programs to such other party. At the time of such a transfer, youmust also transfer all copies, whether in printed or machine readable form, of every Program, and the relateddocumentation, to the same party or destroy any such copies not so transferred.F. You may not remove any copyright, trademark or other notice or product identification from the Programs andyou 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 TRACETHE PROGRAMS, OR ANY COPY THEREOF, IN WHOLE OR IN PART.YOU MAY NOT USE, COPY, MODIFY, ALTER, OR TRANSFER THE PROGRAMS OR ANY COPY THEREOF, INWHOLE 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 PERMIT-TED IN PARAGRAPH E ABOVE, YOUR LICENSE IS AUTOMATICALLY TERMINATED.TERMThis license is effective only for so long as you own or lease the Product, unless earlier terminated. You may terminatethis license at any time by destroying, at your expense, the Programs and related documentation together with allcopies thereof in any form. This license will also terminate effective immediately upon occurrence of the conditionstherefor set forth elsewhere in this Agreement, or if you fail to comply with any term or condition contained herein. Uponany such termination, you agree to destroy, at your expense, the Programs and related documentation together with allcopies thereof in any form.YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT, UNDERSTAND IT AND AGREE TO BE BOUNDBY ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS. YOU FURTHER AGREE THAT IT IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE STATE-MENT 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 MAT-TER OF THIS AGREEMENT.About Intel® software productsThe enclosed software products and documentation were developed at private expense, and are provided with “RESTRICTEDRIGHTS.” Use, duplication or disclosure by the government is subject to restrictions as set forth in FAR 52.227-14 andDFARS 252.227-7013 et. seq. or its successor. The use of this product by the government constitutes acknowledgment ofIntel's proprietary rights in the product.
33AppendixA. MEI vous octroie par les présentes le droit et la licence personnels, non cessibles et non exclusifs d'utiliser lesLogiciels conformément aux termes, clauses et conditions de ce Contrat. Vous reconnaissez ne recevoir qu'undroit limité d'utiliser les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant et vous vous engagez à n'obtenir aucundroit de titre, propriété ni aucun autre droit vis-à-vis des Logiciels et de la documentation les accompagnant nivis-à-vis des algorithmes, concepts, dessins, configurations et idées représentés par ou incorporés dans lesLogiciels et la documentation les accompagnant, dont les titres, propriété et droits resteront tous à MEI ou àleurs 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 nidistribuer ni mettre les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant à la disposition d'un tiers, par partage detemps ou de quelque autre manière que ce soit, sans l'autorisation écrite préalable de MEI.D. Vous ne pouvez ni copier ni reproduire ni permettre la copie ni la reproduction des Logiciels ni de la documen-tation les accompagnant pour quelque fin que ce soit, à l'exception d'une (1) copie des Logiciels à des fins desauvegarde uniquement pour soutenir votre utilisation des Logiciels sur le Produit unique qui est accompagnépar 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 cessiondu Produit unique qui est accompagné par les Logiciels à cette autre partie. Au moment de cette cession, vousdevez céder également toutes les copies, que ce soit sous forme imprimée ou lisible par la machine, de tous lesLogiciels 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 produitdes Logiciels et vous devez reproduire et inclure toutes ces notices ou identifications de produit sur toutes lescopies des Logiciels.Vous ne pouvez assembler en sens inverse, compiler en sens inverse ni retracer les Logiciels ni aucune de leurscopies, 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 autoriséau paragraphe E ci-dessus, votre licence est automatiquement résiliée.LicenceTermes, clauses et conditionsCette licence n'est effective que pour la durée de possession ou de crédit-bail du Produit, à moins d'une résiliationantérieure. Vous pouvez résilier cette licence à tout moment en détruisant, à vos frais, les Logiciels et la documentationles 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 vousne respectez pas les termes, clauses et conditions qui y sont contenues. Au moment de la résiliation, vous acceptez dedétruire, à vos frais, les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant avec toutes leurs copies, sous quelque formeque 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 concluentre nous, contrat qui remplace et annule toute proposition ou contrat précédent, écrit ou oral, et toute autre commu-nication entre nous, relativement à l'objet du présent contrat.Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic® (le “Produit”) sont exclusivement concédés enlicence à l'utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci-dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi-tions des présentes.Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (“MEI”) a mis au point ou obtenu les Logiciels et vous en concède l'utilisation parles présentes. Vous assumez l'entière responsabilité du choix de ce Produit (y compris des Logiciels associés) pourobtenir les résultats escomptés, ainsi que de l'installation, de l'utilisation et des résultats obtenus.Contrat de licence d’usage limité
34AppendixHard Disk Backup FunctionThe hard disk backup function creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk. This area is to back up (store) hard diskcontents or restore backed up contents to their original locations.By backing up the data on your hard disk to a backup area, you can protect your data from loss or damage resulting from opera-tional errors or other factors. Also, you can back up or restore hard disk contents using this computer alone, without having to useother media or peripheral devices.At the time of purchase, the hard disk backup function is disabled. If you follow the procedure below to create a backup area, thehard disk backup function will be enabled, and you will be able to back up your data. Note, that once the backup function has beenenabled, you will have to perform the reinstallation procedure to disable it again ( page 30).Disconnect or remove all peripheral devices and SD Memory Cards. Take care to disconnect theUSB floppy disk drive, as the backup area may not be created properly while these devices areconnected.Be sure the AC adaptor is connected to the computer.A backup area cannot be created if the hard disk is already divided into several partitions. Returnthe computer to its condition at the time of purchase (one partition only), and create the backuparea.To divide the partition, make the selection when the backup area is created ( page 35 step 8).If the partition configuration is changed (partitions created, size changed, etc.) after the backuparea has been created, it will no longer be possible to execute the backup function. To change theconfiguration, it is necessary to return the computer to its condition at the time of purchase, andthen create the backup area again.The hard disk backup function will only work for the internal hard disk. This function does notwork with an external hard disk.Backup and restore functions will not operate if the hard disk has been damaged.Do not use the NTFS file system compression function, as this may result in insufficient capacityof the backup area.If the hard disk malfunctions, it will be impossible to read the data stored on it. We recommendthat you also back up important data to a location other than the hard disk (an external hard diskor other media).Execute a disk error check using the following procedure.1Display the [Local Disk(C:) properties].Select [start] - [My Computer], right-click [Local Disk(C:)], and then select [Properties].2Select [Check Now] from [Tools].3In [Check Disk], select [Start] without adding a check mark beside any of the items.If a message is displayed indicating that there is an error in the disk, display [Check Disk], andadd a check mark for [Automatically fix file system errors] and [Scan for and attempt recoveryof bad sectors], select [Start], and check for disk errors again.The hard disk backup function does not accommodate dynamic disks. Do not convert the harddisk to a dynamic disk.The hard disk backup function cannot back up or restore data properly if there is a problem with the hard disk when the data isbacked up or restored. Note that if an error occurs while data is being restored, whether as a result of an unexpected malfunc-tion, incorrect operation, or other reason, the data in the hard disk (data before restoration) may be lost.Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for any damages suffered by the user (including loss of data)as a result of the use of this function.Before Using a Hard Disk Backup FunctionPreparingYou will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM and CD/DVD drive (included).
35Appendix1Turn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket. ( “Multimedia Pocket”)2Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.The Setup Utility will start up.If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password. You cannot register [Boot] menuwith a User Password.3Select [Boot] menu, then select [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx] and press F6 until [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx] isat the top of the [Boot] menu.4Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.5Press F10 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .The computer will restart. If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedures, inputthe Supervisor Password or the User Password.This screen should appear.Regarding backup area• Requires availability of at least half of the entire hard disk. Without sufficient spaceavailable, the backup area cannot be created.• When the backup area is created, the usable hard disk capacity will be reduced to lessthan half.• The backup area cannot be accessed from Windows. For this reason, backed up datacannot be copied to CD-R or other removable disk media.• When the hard disk backup function is executed, data in the backup area will beoverwritten. If newly created or edited data is backed up later, data stored previouslyin the backup area will be lost.NOTECreate a Backup AreaThe usable hard disk area[At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created]The backup areaCannot be accessedfrom Windows.Can be accessed fromWindows (One partition).When dividing the hard disk into partitionsDo not execute [1. [Recovery]] to divide the hard disk into partitions. The hard disk backupfunction cannot be enabled after the hard disk has been partitioned. Use procedure 8 todivide the hard disk.CAUTION---------------------------------------------------------------------Select a number---------------------------------------------------------------------1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.3. [ Backup ] Enable the Backup function.0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.---------------------------------------------------------------------7At the confirmation message, press Y .8Select how to divide the hard disk from the menu.<To create a backup area and enable the backup function without dividing the hard disk>Select [1].6Press 3 to execute [3. [Backup]].
36AppendixHard Disk Backup Function<To create a backup area and divide hard disk into two partitions, for OS and data>Select [2], enter the partition size (GB), and press Enter .• You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 .• The data partition size will be the maximum settable size less the number entered above.The maximum settable size will differ depending on models.9At the confirmation message, press Y .The backup area is then created.10 When the message [You must reboot in order to enable the Backup function.] appears, removethe Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and press any key to restart the computer. The computer isrestarted, then the backup process will begin.11 When the message [[Backup] is complete] appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart thecomputer.12 After logging on to Windows, a message will appear advising that a new device has beeninstalled and that the computer must be restarted to enable the settings. Select [Yes] to restartthe computer.The [Boot] menu in the Setup Utility is set to start up from the CD/DVD drive. Change thissetting if necessary.The next time the backup or restore functions are executed, follow the procedure for “Back-ing Up and Restoring Data” ( below).NOTE1Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.The Setup Utility will start up.If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password or the User Password.2Select [Exit] menu, then select [Hard Disk Backup / Restore] and press Enter .At the confirmation message, select [Yes], and press Enter .Backing Up and Restoring DataBefore executing the backup function, execute a disk error check ( page 34).Do not interrupt the backup or restore functions before completion, for example by turningoff the power or pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del , as this may prevent Windows fromstarting up, or may cause data to be lost so that the backup and restore functions cannot beexecuted.CAUTIONThe usable hard disk area[At the time of purchase] [After the backup area is created]The backup areaCannot be accessedfrom Windows.Do not press Ctrl + Alt + Del until the message is displayed.CAUTIONCan be accessed fromWindows (Two partitions).
37AppendixTo disable the hard disk backup functionPerform the reinstallation procedure. All data in the backup area and the hard disk will beerased.Conduct steps 1-8 for “Reinstalling Software” ( page 30). Select [1] or [2] to execute thereinstallation at the screen for executing the reinstallation.• When [1] is selected, the hard disk backup function can be disabled.• When [2] is selected, the hard disk backup function can be disabled, but in this case, becausethe hard disk has been divided into partitions, the hard disk backup function cannot be re-enabled ( page 23).• When [3] is selected, the hard disk backup function cannot be disabled.CAUTIONWhen the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the backed up data will not be erasedeven if a commercial data erasing utility or similar software is used to erase all data from user-accessible area. You can use the hard disk data erase utility included in this computer (page 38) to erase all data on the hard disk, including backed up data. Use this hard disk dataerase utility before disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer.Occasionally, the message [#1805 cannot write image file] will be displayed, and the backupfunction will be interrupted. If this error occurs, execute the backup function again. Afterthis, if the backup function is completed properly, then there is no problem in the hard disk.3Select the operation to be executed from the menu.<To back up hard disk contents to the backup area>1Press 1 to execute [1. [Backup]].(When dividing the hard disk into two partitions, select the backup method at next screen.)2At the confirmation message, press Y .The backup process will begin.<To restore backed up contents to the hard disk>1Press 2 to execute [2. [Restore]].(When data is backed up in two partitions, select the restore method at next screen.)2At the confirmation message, press Y .The restore process will begin.4When the message [[Backup] is complete] or [[Restore] is complete] is displayed, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the computer.• If the backup or restore process was interrupted before completion, for example if the powerwas turned off, execute the process again.• After logging on to Windows, when a new device is installed and a message appears advisingthat the computer must be restarted to enable the settings, select [Yes] to restart the computer.The time required to complete the backup or restore process differs depending on thedata volume.NOTE
38AppendixThis computer is equipped with a utility for erasing hard disk data.When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the theft of hard diskdata by following the steps below.The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an “overwriting” method, but there is a possibility that due to malfunctions orother operational errors, data may not be completely erased. There are also specialized devices that may be able to read datathat has been erased using this method. If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recommend that you contact acompany that specializes in this process. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for losses ordamages suffered as a result of the use of this utility.Hard Disk Data Erase UtilityNOTEBe sure the AC adaptor is connected until the procedure is completed.This utility can only be used for internal hard disk. It cannot be used to erase data from external hard disks.This utility cannot erase data from damaged disk.This utility cannot erase data for specific partitions.After executing this utility, the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk.The backup area and the data in the backup area will be erased.You will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM and CD/DVD drive (included).1Turn off the computer.2Insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket.( “Multimedia Pocket”)3Turn on the computer, and press F2 while [Panasonic]boot screen is displayed.The Setup Utility will start up.If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password.4Select [Boot] menu, then select [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx] andpress F6 until [IDE MP: xxxxxxxxxx] is at the top of the[Boot] menu.5Place the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVDdrive.6Press F10 .At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter .The computer will restart, and this screen should appear.---------------------------------------------------------------------Select a number---------------------------------------------------------------------1. [ Recovery ] Reinstall Windows.2. [ Erase HDD ] Erase the whole data on HDD for security.3. [ Backup ] Enable the Backup function.0. [ Cancel ] Cancel.---------------------------------------------------------------------<When the hard disk backup function has been enabled>When the message [The Backup function has been en-abled. If [Recovery] or [Erase HDD] is executed, theBackup function will be disabled, and your Backup datawill be lost.] appears, press Y .7Press 2 to execute [2. [Erase HDD]].(You can cancel this operation by pressing 0 .)<When the hard disk backup function has been enabled>When the message [The Backup function has been en-abled. If [Erase HDD] is executed, the Backup func-tion will be disabled, and your Backup data will be lost.]appears, press Y .When the message [Computer must be rebooted in or-der to execute [Erase HDD.]] appears, press R .8At the confirmation message, press Y .9When [<<<Start Menu>>>] is displayed, press Enter .10 The approximate time required for erasing data will be dis-played.Press Space .11 At the confirmation message, press Enter .The operation of erasing the hard disk will start.(If necessary, the “hard disk data erase” operation can becancelled after it has begun by pressing Ctrl + C .If the operation is cancelled before being completed, a partof the data will not be erased.)12 After the operation is complete:Under normal conditions, the message [Hard disk data hasbeen deleted.] will be displayed.If a problem occurred during the operation, an error mes-sage will be displayed.13 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then pressany key to turn off the computer.PreparingProcedure
39AppendixModel No.CPUMemoryVideo MemoryLCD TypeDisplayed Colors*3External DisplayHard Disk DriveKeyboardPointing DeviceSpeakerSoundMultimedia Pocket DeviceSupports DVDCDOthersDVD-ROM read*10CD-ROM read*10CD-R write*11CD-RW writeHigh-SpeedCD-RW writeUltra-SpeedCD-RW writePC Card SlotsAllowable current(total for two slots)RAM Module Slot*12SD Memory Card Slot*13Interface External Display PortSerial PortMicrophone Jack*14Headphone JackExpansion BusConnectorUSB PortsI/O Box ConnectorModemLAN*15Wireless LANCF-73SCVTSBM CF-73TCVTSBM CF-73SCUTSBM CF-73TCUTSBMIntel® Pentium® M Processor 750 (1.86 GHz, 2 MB*1 L2 cache, 533 MHz FSB)512 MB*1 (1536 MB*1 Max.) 256 MB*1 (1280 MB*1 Max.)UMA (128 MB*1 Max.)*213.3 type (TFT) with Touchscreen65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots)65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 x 600 dots/1024 x 768 dots/1280 x 1024 dots/1600 x 1200dots/2048 x 1536 dots)*480GB*560GB*5Windows keyboard (87 keys)Touch Pad, Touchscreen (Anti-Reflection, Stylus (included) touch capable)Card Speaker x 2WAVE and MIDI playbackDVD-ROM & CD-R/RW DriveDVD-ROM (4.7 GB, 8.5 GB, 9.4 GB, 17 GB)*5, DVD-R*6 (1.4 GB, 3.95 GB, 4.7 GB)*5, DVD-RW*6*7(1.4 GB*6, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*5, DVD-RAM*6*8 (1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 2.6 GB, 5.2 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*5CD-Audio, CD-ROM, CD-R, Photo CD, VideoCD, Enhanced Music CD, CD-RW, CD-TEXT+R*6 (4.7 GB*5), +RW*6 (4.7 GB*5)8x speed (Max.)24x speed (Max.)4x speed, 8x speed, 10 - 16x speed, 10 - 24x speed4x speed4x speed, 8x speed, 10x speed10x speed, 10-16x speed, 10-24x speedTwo Type I or Type II, or one Type III3.3 V: 400 mA5 V: 400 mA200-pin, 1.8 V , SO-DIMM, DDR2 SDRAM, PC2-3200 CompliantSD Memory CardMini Dsub 15-pin femaleDsub 9-pin maleMiniature jack, 3.5 DIAMiniature jack, 3.5 DIADedicated 84-pin female4-pin x 2, USB 2.0Dedicated 36-pin maleRJ-11 jack, Data: 56 kbps (V.92) FAX:14.4 kbpsRJ-45 jack, IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-TBuilt-in page 40 — Built-in page 40 —SpecificationsMain Specifications*11 MB = 1,048,576 bytes*2A segment of the main memory is allotted automatically depending on the computer’s operating status. The size of the Video Memorycannot be set by the user.*3A 16,777,216 color display is achieved by using the dithering function.*4Maximum resolution depends on the specifications of the external display.*51 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some application software will report as fewer GB.*6Read only.*7Does not support DVD-RW Ver 1.0.*8In the case of DVD-RAM, only non-cartridge discs or removable cartridge discs can be used.*9Data transfer speeds indicate values measured by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.The data transfer rate of DVD per 1x speed is 1,350 KB/s.The data transfer rate of CD per 1x speed is 150 KB/s.*10 If an unbalanced disc (e.g., a disc with which the balance has been displaced from the center) is inserted, the speed may become slowerif there are large vibrations while the disc is rotating.*11 Depending on the disc, the writing speed may become slower.*12 A PC2-3200-compliant or PC2-4200-compliant RAM module can be added. A PC2-4200-compliant RAM module added to this computer,operates at the same speed a PC2-3200-compliant RAM module.*13 This slot does not support the MultiMedia card.Operation has been confirmed for Panasonic SD Memory Cards with up to 1 GB capacity.*14 Use only a monaural condenser microphone.*15 When using the LAN port of the port replicator, IEEE802.3ab 1000Base-T is not available.Datatransferrate*9
40AppendixBattery PackMain batteryMain battery +Second batteryMain batteryMain battery +Second batteryClock BatteryAC Adaptor*4InputOutputPower Consumption*5Operation TemperatureHumidityStorage TemperatureHumidityPhysical Dimensions (W x H x D)(excluding the carrying handle)Weight (including the carrying handle)Li-ion 11.1 V, 3.8 Ah3 hours - 4 hours*2 (Approx. 3.5 hours*3)Approx. 6 hours - 8 hours*2 (Approx. 7 hours*3)Approx. 3 hoursApprox. 6 hoursCoin type lithium battery 3.0 V100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz15.6 V DC, 5.0 AApprox. 35 W*6 / Approx. 80 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state)5 °C to 35°C {41 °F to 95 °F}30% to 80% RH (No condensation)-20 °C to 60 °C {-4 °F to 140 °F}30% to 90% RH (No condensation)297 mm x 35.5 - 46 mm x 254 mm{11.7 " X 1.4 - 1.8 " X 10 "}Approx. 2.6 kg {Approx. 5.7 lb.}Main Specifications*1Varies depending on the usage conditions ([Audio Power Management] in the Setup Utility: [Enable], etc).*2Measured using BatteryMark™ Version 4.0.1 (LCD brightness: Maximum - Minimum)*3Measured using MobileMark™ 2002 (LCD brightness: 60 cd/m2)*4<Only for North America>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.*5Approx. 0.9 W when the battery pack is fully charged (or not being charged) and the computer is off.Approx. 2.0 W when the Wake up from LAN function has been enabled.*6Rated power consumption. SoftwareMicrosoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security Technologies(NTFS File System)Setup UtilityDMI ViewerAdobe ReaderIntel® PROSet/Wireless Software*7PC Information ViewerHard Disk Backup Utility*8Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*8SD UtilityIcon EnlargerLoupe UtilityHotkey SettingsBattery Recalibration UtilityWinDVD™5B’s Recorder GOLD7 BASICB’s CLiP 6Operating SystemUtility ProgramsOperatingTime*1ChargingTime*1Envi-ron-ment*7Only for models with wireless LAN.*8The Product Recovery DVD-ROM is required.Data transfer ratesStandards supportedTransmission methodWireless channels usedRF frequency bandIEEE802.11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)IEEE802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (automatically switched)IEEE802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11gOFDM system, DSSS systemIEEE802.11a: Channels 36 to 64, 149 to 165IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g: Channels 1 to 11IEEE802.11a: 5.18~5.32 GHz, 5.745~5.825 GHzIEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g: 2412~2462 MHzWireless LAN (only for models with wireless LAN)Specifications
41AppendixLIMITED WARRANTYPANASONIC PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTYPanasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is covered by a separatewarranty) 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 inmaterials or workmanship. This warranty includes the AC adaptor but excludes the batteries and all other options and accessories which arecovered 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 beforewarranty performance is rendered.This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use. It does not cover damage which occursin shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic, or failures which result from alteration, accident, misuse, introductionof liquid or other foreign matter into the unit, abuse, neglect, installation, maladjustment of consumer controls, improper maintenance, modification orservice by anyone other than a Factory Service Center or authorized Panasonic Service Dealer, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.Limits and Exclusions:There are no other express warranties except as listed below.PANASONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF DATA OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THEUSE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDINGTHE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTYPERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on howlong 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 productdevelops during or after the warranty period, you may contact our representatives at 1-800-LAPTOP5. If the problem is not handled to yoursatisfaction, then write to the Consumer Affairs Division at the address indicated below.SOFTWARE LIMITED WARRANTYPanasonic Computer Solutions Company (referred to as “Panasonic”) warrants to you only that the disk(s) or other media on which the Programs arefurnished will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of sixty (60) days from the date of delivery thereofto 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 yourrequirements 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 defectivedisk or other media which is returned to Panasonic’s Authorized Service Center, together with a copy of the purchase receipt, within the aforesaidwarranty 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 whichthe Programs are furnished resulting from your storage thereof, or for defects that have been caused by operation of the disk(s) or other mediaotherwise 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 isattributable 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, orattempted to modify any Program.DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, IS LIMITED TO SIXTY (60) DAYS.PANASONIC ASSUMES NO RISK OF AND SHALL NOT IN ANY CASE BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONTRACT, NEG-LIGENCE OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF GOODWILL, PROFITS OR REVENUE, LOSS OFUSE OF THE PROGRAMS OR PRODUCTS OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, COST OF CAPITAL, COST OF ANY SUBSTITUTE EQUIP-MENT, 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, sothe above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.This Limited Warranty will be governed by the laws the State of New York, without regard to its conflict-of-laws rules.* * *To obtain service or technical assistance within the continental U.S.A. and Alaska.DIAL TOLL FREE: 1-800-LAPTOP5Correspondence requesting product information should be sent to:Panasonic Computer Solutions Company50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094For U.S.A.
42AppendixPANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED WARRANTYCoverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, this computer product (excluding software media), whenpurchased from PCI or from a PCI authorized reseller, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, subject to the termsset 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 defectclaimed, 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 obtainservice. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase is required before warranty service is performed. Defective parts covered bythis Limited Warranty will be repaired or replaced with new or comparable rebuilt parts on an exchange basis. Warranty replacement or repair issubject 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 defectsin a product or accessory through mishandling, improper installation, abnormal use, misuse, neglect, accident, introduction of liquid or other foreignmatter into the product, alteration or servicing by anyone not authorized by PCI, or act of God.IF YOU SHIP THE PRODUCT FOR WARRANTY SERVICECarefully pack the product, preferably in the original carton. Include details of defect claimed and proof of date of original purchase. No liabilityis assumed for loss or damage to the product while in transit, if you chose your own transportation carrier.SOFTWARE MEDIA LIMITED WARRANTYCoverage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) warrants to you, the first end user customer, that the disk(s) or other media on which software program(s)is/are supplied will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use in Canada for a period of sixty (60) days from date of receiptas 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 tothe 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, togetherwith a copy of your purchase receipt, and an explanation of the suspected defect, PCI will replace in Canada the defective disk(s) or other media.Remedy – PCI’s entire liability, and your only remedy for any breach of this software media warranty is limited to replacement of the media only. Itdoes not cover any other damages, including, but not limited to, loss of use or profit loss, or special, indirect or consequential damages, or otherclaims, 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 environ-mental conditions other than those specified by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishandling, modification or attemptedmodification 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 orremovable storage media.GENERALNO OTHER WARRANTIES – PCI DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITEDTO, 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 CONSEQUEN-TIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY BREACH OF THE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET OUT IN THIS DOCUMENT, OR FROM THE USE OF THECOMPUTER 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 THECOMPUTER PRODUCT.NO ACTION, REGARDLESS OF ITS BASIS, MAY BE BEGUN AGAINST PCI MORE THAN TWO (2) YEARS AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTIONAROSE.Statutory Warranties – Some jurisdictions do not allow these limitations or exclusions, so they may not apply to you.Scope of CoverageWhole Product (except Batteries), AC adaptor and CD-ROM(if factory installed)Batteries, CD-ROM (unless factory installed), Port Replicator,Extra Memory Modules and all other Peripherals, Options andAccessoriesPeriod of CoverageThree (3) Years from Date of OriginalEnd User Customer PurchaseOne (1) Year from Date of Original EndUser Customer PurchaseType of Failure CoverageDefective Materials or WorkmanshipDefective Materials or WorkmanshipFor CanadaLIMITED WARRANTY
43AppendixMemo
Outline of the International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment ProgramThe international ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international programthat promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment.The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions thateffectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which business proprietorscan participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers,displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform amongparticipating nations.As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. hasdetermined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energyefficiency.© 2005 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Printed in JapanFJ0205-0DFQX5518ZAPanasonic Computer Solutions Company50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5,Secaucus, NJ 07094Panasonic Canada Inc.5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga,Ontario L4W 2T3

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