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Contents

Getting Started

Useful Information

Troubleshooting

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Appendix

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Personal Computer

Model No. CF-W7 series

Introduction.................................................2

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

Description of Parts .......................................9

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

On-screen Manual.......................................16

Handling and Maintenance .............................18

Expanding Memory......................................22

Hard Disk Backup/Restore Function ..................24

Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...........................25

Reinstalling Software....................................26

Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message.......28

Hardware Diagnostics...................................32

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT..............34

Specifications ............................................35

For further information about the com-

puter, you can refer to the on-screen

manual.

To access the on-screen manual

page 16 “On-screen Manual”

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance and safety, please read these instruc-

tions carefully.

Terms and illustrations in these instructions

Some illustrations are simplified to help your understanding and may look different from the actual unit.

If you do not log on as an administrator, you cannot use some functions or cannot display some screens.

Refer for the latest information about optional products to the catalogs, etc.

In these instructions, the names and terms are referred as follows.

• “Windows Vista® Business with Service Pack 1” as “Windows” or “Windows Vista”

• “WinDVD™ 8 (OEM Version)” as “WinDVD”

• “B’s Recorder GOLD9 BASIC” as “B’s Recorder”

• “B’s CLiP 7” as “B’s CLiP”

• “Multilanguage User Interface” as “MUI”

The display modes are referred as follows. ( ) indicates the terms in [Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for

mobile] screen. To display the screen, right-click the desktop and click [Graphics Properties].

• Internal LCD (Notebook): The computer’s display

• External display (Monitor): External display

• Simultaneous display (Intel (R) Dual Display Clone): The same screen is displayed on the internal LCD and the

external display.

• Extended desktop: The extended working area across the internal LCD and the external display.

Copyright

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

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

Disclaimer

Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the com-

puter and the manuals.

Trademarks

Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista® and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of

the United States and/or other countries.

Intel, Core and Centrino are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation.

SDHC Logo is a trademark.

Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorpo-

rated in the United States and/or other countries.

PhoenixBIOS, Phoenix Always and Recover Pro are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Phoenix Technologies

Ltd.

Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

InterVideo, WinDVD™, the InterVideo logo, Ulead and the Corel logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Corel

Corporation and/or its subsidiaries in Canada, the United States and/or other countries.

Computrace® is a registered trademark of Absolute® Software Corp.

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

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

own companies.

: Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury.

: Useful and helpful information.

Enter

: Press [Enter] key.

: Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [F5] key.

(Start) - [All Programs] : Click (Start), and then click [All Programs].

 : Page in these Operating Instructions.

 : Reference to the on-screen manuals.

CAUTION

NOTE

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Read Me First

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

“Hereby, we declare that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements

and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.”

Hint:

If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please con-

tact our web address: http://www.doc.panasonic.de

Contact and Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)

Panasonic Testing Centre

Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

Network connection.

The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;

In all the countries of European Economical Area;

- Public Switched Telephony Networks

Technical Features.

The terminal equipment includes the following features;

- DTMF dialing

- Maximum bitrate receiving mode: 56 kbit/s

- Maximum bitrate sending mode: 33.6 kbit/s

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Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Hereby, we declare that this Personal Computer is in compliance with the essential requirements

and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC.

Hint:

If you want to get a copy of the original DoC of our products which relates to the R&TTE, please contact to our web

address: http://www.doc.panasonic.de

Contact and Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2)

Panasonic Testing Centre

Panasonic Service Europe, a division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany

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Information of Countries intended for radio application:

The United Kingdom, The Federal Republic of Germany, The Kingdom of Belgium,

The Swiss Confederation, The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, The Republic of Lithuania,

The Republic of Estonia, The Republic of Slovenia, The Republic of Latvia,

The Republic of Hungary, The Republic of Poland, Sweden, Italy, Ireland, Romania,

Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, The Netherlands, Portuguese Republic, France, Norway,

Austria, Finland, Spain, Denmark, Greece

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Warning

This apparatus must be earthed for your safety.

To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effec-

tively earthed through the normal household wiring.

Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-core and be correctly wired to provide connection to earth.

Wrongly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.

The fact that the equipment operates satisfactorily does not imply that the power point is earthed and that the installa-

tion is completely safe.

For your safety, if you have any doubt about the effective earthing of the power point, consult a qualified electrician.

Models for Europe

Models for UK

Read Me First

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience.

A 3 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 3 amps and that it is

approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362.

Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE

SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP

SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

Warning: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Important

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green-and-yellow: Earth

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identify-

ing the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the

letter E or by the safety earth symbol coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.

The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured

BLACK.

The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect the mains power.

Please ensure that a socket outlet is available near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

■ How to replace the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver and replace the fuse.

Warnings

This equipment is not designed for connection to an IT power system.

(An IT system is a system having no direct connections between live parts and Earth; the exposed-conductive-parts

of the electrical installation are earthed.

An IT system is not permitted where the computer is directly connected to public supply systems in the U.K.)

Disconnect the mains plug from the supply socket when the computer is not in use.

This equipment is produced to BS800/1983.

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A S A

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

CAUTION!

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER.

USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF

PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN

MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

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When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of elec-

tric shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may

explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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This product and your Health

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

quency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emit-

ted by this product however is far much less than the

electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like

for example mobile phones.

Because this product operates within the guidelines found

in radio frequency safety standards and recommenda-

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

ers. These standards and recommendations reflect the

consensus of the scientific community and result from

deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who

continually review and interpret the extensive research lit-

erature.

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

uct may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or

responsible representatives of the organization. These sit-

uations may for example include:

Using this product on board of airplanes, or

In any other environment where the risk of interference

to other devices or services is perceived or identified

as harmful.

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

wireless devices in a specific organization or environment

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

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

Regulatory Information

We are not responsible for any radio or television interfer-

ence caused by unauthorized modification of this product.

The correction of interference caused by such unautho-

rized modification will be the responsibility of the user. We

and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for

damage or violation of government regulations that may

arise from failing to comply with these guidelines.

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Lithium Battery!

This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, and other data to be stored. The battery should only

be exchanged by authorized service personnel.

Warning! A risk of explosion from incorrect installation or misapplication may possibly occur.

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CD/DVD Drive Caution

Important Safety Instructions

Information to the User

Lithium Battery

Read Me First

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

This computer is not intended for use in medical equip-

ment including life-support systems, air traffic control sys-

tems, or other equipment, devices or systems that are

involved with ensuring human life or safety. Panasonic

cannot be held responsible in any way for any damages

or loss resulting from the use of this computer in these

types of equipment, devices or systems, etc.

If a Malfunction Occurs, Immediately Unplug the AC

Plug and the Battery Pack

• This product is damaged

• Foreign object inside this product

• Smoke emitted

• Unusual smell emitted

• Unusually hot

Continuing to use this product while any of the above con-

ditions are present may result in fire or electric shock.

•I

f a malfunction occurs, immediately turn the power off and

unplug the AC plug, and then remove the battery pack.

Then contact your technical support office.

Do Not Touch This Product and Cable When It Starts

Thundering

Electric shock may result.

Do Not Connect the AC Adaptor to a Power Source

Other Than a Standard Household AC Outlet

Otherwise, a fire due to overheating may result. Connect-

ing to a DC/AC converter (inverter) may damage the AC

adaptor. On an airplane, only connect the AC adaptor/

charger to an AC outlet specifically approved for such use.

Do Not Do Anything That May Damage the AC Cord,

the AC Plug, or the AC Adaptor

Do not damage or modify the cord, place it near hot tools, bend,

twist, or pull it forcefully, place heavy objects on it, or bundle it tightly.

Continuing to use a damaged cord may result in fire, short circuit, or

electric shock.

Do Not Pull or Insert the AC Plug If Your Hands Are Wet

Electric shock may result.

Clean Dust and Other Debris of the AC Plug Regularly

If dust or other debris accumulates on the plug, humidity, etc.

may cause a defect in the insulation, which may result in a fire.

• Pull the plug, and wipe it with a dry cloth.

Pull the plug if the computer is not being used for a long

period of time.

Insert the AC Plug Completely

If the plug is not inserted completely, fire due to overheat-

ing or electric shock may result.

• Do not use a damaged plug or loose AC outlet.

Do Not Place Containers of Liquid or Metal Objects on

Top of This Product

If water or other liquid spills, or if paper clips, coins, or foreign

matter get inside this product, fire or electric shock may result.

• If water spills in the keyboard, refer to page 20. If other for-

eign matter has found its way inside, immediately turn the

power off and unplug the AC plug and remove the battery

pack. Then contact your technical support office.

Do Not Disassemble This Product

There are high-voltage areas inside which may give you

an electric shock if you should touch them. Do not touch

the pins and circuit boards inside, and do not allow foreign

matter to enter inside.

Also, remodeling or disassembly may cause a fire.

Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small

Children

Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury.

• In the event of accidental swallowing, see a doctor immedi-

ately.

Do Not Place This Product on Unstable Surfaces

If balance is lost, this product may fall over or drop, result-

ing in an injury.

Avoid Stacking

If balance is lost, this product may fall over or drop, result-

ing in an injury.

Do Not Keep This Product Wherever There is a Lot of

Water, Moisture, Steam, Dust, Oily Vapors, etc.

Otherwise, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock.

Do Not Leave This Product in High Temperature Envi-

ronment for a Long Period of Time

Leaving this product where it will be exposed to extremely

high temperatures such as near fire or in direct sunlight may

deform the cabinet and/or cause trouble in the internal

parts. Continued use in such a resulting condition may lead

to short-circuiting or insulation defects, etc. which may in

turn lead to a fire or electric shocks.

Do Not Block the Ventilation Hole

Otherwise, heat will build up inside, possibly resulting in a

fire.

Hold the Plug When Unplugging the AC Plug

Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, resulting in a

fire or electric shock.

Do Not Move This Product While the AC Plug Is Connected

The AC cord may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric shock.

• If the AC cord is damaged, unplug the AC plug immediately.

Precautions

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE AS, OR AS

PART OF, NUCLEAR EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, AIR TRAF-

FIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS, OR AIRCRAFT

COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS*1. PANASONIC WILL

NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LIABILITY RESULTING

FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT ARISING OUT OF

THE FOREGOING USES.

*1 AIRCRAFT COCKPIT EQUIPMENT/SYSTEMS include Class2

Electrical Flight Bag (EFB) Systems and Class1 EFB Systems

when used during critical phases of flight (e.g., during take-off and

landing) and/or mounted on to the aircraft. Class1 EFB Systems

and 2 EFB Systems are defined by FAA: AC (Advisory Circular)

120-76A or JAA: JAA TGL (Temporary Guidance Leaflets) No.36.

Panasonic cannot guarantee any specifications, tech-

nologies, reliability, safety (e.g. Flammability/Smoke/

Toxicity/Radio Frequency Emission, etc) requirements

related to aviation standards that exceed the specifica-

tions of our COTS (Commercial-Off-The-Shelf) products.

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Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Use Only the Specified AC Adaptor With This Product

Using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied

(attached to your product or supplied by Panasonic) may

result in a fire.

Do Not Subject the AC Adaptor to Any Strong Impact

Using the AC adaptor after a strong impact such as being

dropped may result in electric shock, short circuit, or fire.

Take a Break of 10-15 Minutes Every Hour

Using this product for long periods of time may have detri-

mental health effects on the eyes or hands.

Do Not Look into the CD/DVD Drive

Looking directly at the internal laser light source may

result in damage to eyesight.

Do Not Use Discs That Are Cracked or Deformed

Because the discs rotate at high speeds, damaged discs

may break apart causing injury.

• Discs that are not round and discs that have been

repaired using adhesives are similarly dangerous, and

so should not be used.

Do Not Turn the Volume Up to Loud When Using

Headphones

Listening at high volumes that overstimulate the ear for

long periods of time may result in loss of hearing.

Use the Modem with a Regular Telephone Line

Connection to an internal phone line (on-premise

switches) of a company or business office, etc. or to a dig-

ital public phone or use in a country or area not supported

by the computer may result in a fire or electric shocks.

Do Not Connect a Telephone Line, or a Network Cable

Other Than the One Specified, into the LAN Port

If the LAN port is connected to a network such as the

ones listed below, a fire or electric shock may result.

• Networks other than 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or

10BASE-T

• Phone lines (IP phone (Internet Protocol Telephone),

Telephone lines, internal phone lines (on-premise

switches), digital public phones, etc.)

Do Not Use with Exposing the Skin to This Product

for a Long Period of Time

Using this product with exposing the skin to the heat

source of this product or AC adaptor for a long period of

time can cause a low-temperature burn.

Do not place the computer near a television or radio

receiver.

Keep the computer away from magnets. Data stored

on the hard disk may be lost.

Do Not Use with Any Other Product

The battery pack is rechargeable and was intended for

the specified product. If it is used with a product other

than the one for which it was designed, electrolyte leak-

age, generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

Do Not Charge the Battery Using Methods Other Than

Those Specified

If the battery is not charged using one of the specified

methods, electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition

or rupture may result.

Do Not Throw the Battery Pack into a Fire or Expose It

to Excessive Heat

Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

Avoid Extreme Heat (Near the Fire, in Direct Sunlight,

for Example)

Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture

may result.

Do Not Insert Sharp Objects into the Battery Pack,

Expose It to Bumps or Shocks, Disassemble, or Mod-

ify It

Electrolyte leakage, generation of heat, ignition or rupture

may result.

• If this product is subjected to a strong impact, stop using it

immediately.

Do Not Short the Positive (+) and Negative (-) Con-

tacts

Generation of heat, ignition or rupture may result.

• Do not place the battery pack together with articles such as

necklaces or hairpins when carrying or storing.

Do Not Use This Product with a Battery Pack Other

Than the One Specified

Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU51W/CF-

VZSU52W) with your product. Use of battery packs other

than those manufactured and supplied by Panasonic may

present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or

rupture).

Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The

battery pack may no longer function properly if the

contacts are dirty or damaged.

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

become wet.

If the battery pack will not be used for a long period of

time (a month or more), charge or discharge (use) the

battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes

30% to 40% and store it in a cool, dry place.

This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by

recharging only when the remaining power is less than

approx. 95% (when Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled:

75%) of capacity.

Interface Cable

Use of an interface cable longer than 3 m {9.84 feet} is

not recommended.

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Precautions (Battery Pack)

Read Me First

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

The battery pack is not charged when the computer is

first purchased. Be sure to charge it before using it for

the first time. When the AC adaptor is connected to

the computer, charging begins automatically.

Should the battery leak and the fluid get into your

eyes, do not rub your eyes. Immediately flush your

eyes with clear water and see a doctor for medical

treatment as soon as possible.

NOTE

The battery pack may become warm during

recharging or normal use. This is completely nor-

mal.

Recharging will not commence if internal tempera-

ture of the battery pack is outside of the allowable

temperature range (0 °C to 55 °C). ( Refer-

ence Manual “Battery Power”) Once the allowable

range requirement is satisfied, charging begins

automatically. Note that the recharging time varies

based on the usage conditions. (Recharging takes

longer than usual when the temperature is 10 °C or

below.)

In high-temperature environments, the battery

takes longer to fully recharge. In low-temperature

environments, the battery takes longer to fully

recharge and the operating time is shorter. Only

use the computer within the allowable temperature

range.

The battery pack is a consumable item. If the

amount of time the computer can be run by using a

particular battery pack becomes dramatically

shorter and repeated recharging does not restore

its performance, the battery pack should be

replaced with a new one.

When transporting a spare battery inside a pack-

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

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

tected.

Always power off the computer when it is not in

use. Leaving the computer on when the AC adap-

tor is not connected will exhaust the remaining bat-

tery capacity.

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Description of Parts

A :Function Key

 Reference Manual “Key Combinations”

B :Keyboard

C :Touch Pad

 Reference Manual “Using the Touch Pad”

D :Bluetooth Antenna

 Supplementary Instructions of Bluetooth

E : Wireless LAN Antenna

 Reference Manual “Wireless LAN”

F : Power Switch

page 12

Power Indicator

• Off: Power off/Hibernation

• Green: Power on

• Blinking green: Sleep

G :Wireless Switch

Switch the wireless devices to on (right side) or to off (left side).

 Reference Manual “Disabling/Enabling Wire-

less Communication”

H :LED Indicator

: SD/SDHC Memory Card status

: Caps lock

: Numeric key (NumLk)

: Scroll lock (ScrLk)

: Hard disk drive status

ECO

: Economy Mode (ECO) status

 Reference Manual “Battery Power”

: Battery status

 Reference Manual “Battery Power”

: CD/DVD drive status

• Off: Drive power is off.

• Green: Drive power is on, but the drive is not

accessed.

• Blinking green: Drive power is on, and the

drive is being accessed.

I : LCD

J : Security Lock

You can connect a Kensington cable. Refer to the instruc-

tion manual of the cable. The security lock and cable is a

theft prevention device. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co.,

Ltd. will bear no responsibility in the event of theft.

K :Modem Port

• Be sure to use the included modem telephone cable,

and insert the ferrite core side of modem telephone

cable into the modem port on the computer.

• Do not move/remove the ferrite core of modem tele-

phone cable.

 Reference Manual “Modem”

L : LAN Port

If the Mini Port Replicator is connected to the computer,

connect the LAN cable to the LAN port on the Mini Port

Replicator. You cannot use the LAN port on the computer.

 Reference Manual “LAN”

M :USB Ports

 Reference Manual “USB Devices”

N :CD/DVD Drive

 Reference Manual “CD/DVD Drive”

CAUTION

When closing the disc

cover, press down the disc

cover (position of the

arrow) to ensure that the

cover is locked.

90 mm or less

Description of Parts

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

':6

A :DC-IN Jack

B :External Display Port

If the Mini Port Replicator is connected to the com-

puter, connect the external display to the external dis-

play port on the Mini Port Replicator. You cannot use

the external display port on the computer.

 Reference Manual “External Display”

C :Mini Port Replicator Connector

Connect the Mini Port Replicator (optional).

 Reference Manual “Mini Port Replicator”

D :Ventilation Hole

E : PC Card Slot

 Reference Manual “PC Cards”

F : SD Memory Card Slot

 Reference Manual “SD/SDHC Memory Card”

G :CD/DVD Drive Power/Open Switch

• Slide the switch to the right to open the disc cover.

• Slide the switch to the left to turn on/off the drive power.

H :Microphone Jack

A condenser microphone can be used. If other types

of microphones are used, audio input may not be pos-

sible, or malfunctions may occur.

I : Headphone Jack

You can connect headphones or amplified speakers.

When they are connected, audio from the internal

speakers is not heard.

J : Battery Latches

page 11

K :Battery Pack

The battery pack is a consumable item. If you continue

to use a battery pack after it has degraded, problems

may occur. Be sure to replace the degraded battery

pack with a new battery pack of the specified type.

page 11

 Reference Manual “Battery Power”

L : RAM Module Slot

page 22

M :Speaker

N :Emergency Hole

 Reference Manual “CD/DVD Drive”

SIM Card Slot

Refer to the additional instructions.

Wireless WAN Antenna

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

First-time Operation

Preparation

ACheck and identify the supplied accessories.

If you do not find the described accessories, contact your technical support office.

You will need the serial number when you reinstall B’s Recorder or install B’s CLiP (page 30).

BRead the LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT before breaking the seal on the computer’s packaging

(page 34).

Slide the battery pack in parallel with the arrow direction and attach it so that the

left and right projections on the new battery pack match the dents of the com-

puter.

In case that the projection does not match the dents of the computer, detach the

battery pack once, then slide it while pushing it lightly to avoid floating.

To re mov e

Slide both the left and right latches to the unlocked

position, and push out the battery pack in parallel with

the computer.

CAUTION

Make sure the latches are securely locked. Otherwise the battery pack may fall

when you carry the computer.

Do not touch the terminals of the battery pack and the computer. Doing so can

make the terminals dirty or damaged, and may cause malfunction of the battery

pack and the computer.

Hold the side of the computer with either of your hands and then hold and lift the

A part to open the display.

Be careful not to press the SIM card slot cover (B) by mistake.

CAUTION

Do not open the display wider than necessary (140° or more), and do not apply

excessive pressure to the LCD. Do not open or close the computer holding the

edge of the LCD segment.

• AC Adaptor . . . . 1

Model No: CF-AA1633A

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

Model No: CF-VZSU51W

• Modem Telephone

Cable . . . . . . . . . 1

• Operating Instructions (This book) . . 1

• Windows® Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

• Product Recovery DVD-ROM Windows Vista® Business SP 1 . . .1

• Product Recovery DVD-ROM Windows Vista® Business SP 1 . . .2

1 Insert the battery pack.

2 Open the display.

Battery

Latches

First-time Operation

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

The battery charging starts automatically.

CAUTION

Do not disconnect the AC adaptor and do not switch the wireless switch to

on until the first-time operation procedure is completed.

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

except the battery pack and AC adaptor.

Handling the AC adaptor

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

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

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

tery pack alone.

Slide and hold the power switch for approximately one second until the

power indicator lights.

CAUTION

Do not slide the power switch repeatedly.

The computer will forcibly be turned off if you slide and hold the power switch for

four seconds or longer.

Once you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on

the computer again.



Do not perform the following operation until the hard disk drive indicator turns off.

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor

• Sliding the power switch or CD/DVD drive power/open switch

• Touching the keyboard or touch pad

• Closing the display

Do not change the Setup Utility until completing step 5. If you do so, Windows

setup may not operate properly.

ASelect OS language on “Select Language” screen and click [OK].

The language setting will start by clicking [OK] on the confirmation screen.

You can return to the “Select Language” screen by clicking [Cancel].

The language setting will be complete in approximately 20 minutes.

BClick [OK] on the termination screen.

The power of the computer goes off by clicking [OK].

CTurn on the computer.

Carefully choose your language because you cannot change it later. If you

set a wrong language, you need to reinstall Windows (page 26).

Follow the on-screen instructions.

After turning on the computer, “Please wait while windows sets up your com-

puter” appears, and then a small circle circulates on the screen. This will take

a few minutes.

During setup of Windows, use the touch pad to move the cursor and to click

an item.

Do not change the settings on the screen where you select a country or

region. You can set a country, region or keyboard layout in [Clock, Language,

and Region] of [Control Panel] after the Windows setup is complete.

Setup of Windows will take approximately 20 minutes.

Go to the next step, confirming each message on the display.

3 Connect your computer to a power outlet.

4 Turn on the computer.

It takes approximately 10 minutes until the Windows setup screen appears. Do not

touch the keys and touch pad until it appears.

5 <For MUI OS model>

Select OS language.

6 Setup Windows.

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For some languages, the characters on the key and inputted character may

not match. Set the keyboard properly after the setup is complete. Then set

the password.

CAUTION

Do not turn off the computer until completing the first-time operation procedure.

You cannot choose the following words for user name and password: CON,

PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL, COM1 to COM9, LPT1 to LPT9.

You can change the user name, password, image and security setting after

setup of Windows.

Remember your password. If you forget the password, you cannot use the Win-

dows. Creating a password reset disk beforehand is recommended.

NOTE

Install Adobe Reader to read the Important Tips and the Reference Manual.

Click (Start) and input the following in [Start Search], then press

Enter

Arabic: [c:\util\reader\ar\setup.exe]

Bulgarian: [c:\util\reader\bg\setup.exe]

Chinese (Simplified): [c:\util\reader\sc\setup.exe]

Chinese (Traditional): [c:\util\reader\tc\setup.exe]

Croatian: [c:\util\reader\yx\setup.exe]

Czech: [c:\util\reader\cs\setup.exe]

Danish: [c:\util\reader\da\setup.exe]

Dutch: [c:\util\reader\nl\setup.exe]

English: [c:\util\reader\m\setup.exe]

Estonian: [c:\util\reader\et\setup.exe]

Finnish: [c:\util\reader\fi\setup.exe]

French: [c:\util\reader\f\setup.exe]

German: [c:\util\reader\g\setup.exe]

Greek: [c:\util\reader\el\setup.exe]

Hebrew: [c:\util\reader\he\setup.exe]

Hungarian: [c:\util\reader\hu\setup.exe]

Italian: [c:\util\reader\t\setup.exe]

Japanese: [c:\util\reader\ja\setup.exe]

Korean: [c:\util\reader\ko\setup.exe]

Latvian: [c:\util\reader\lv\setup.exe]

Lithuanian: [c:\util\reader\lt\setup.exe]

Norwegian: [c:\util\reader\no\setup.exe]

Polish: [c:\util\reader\pl\setup.exe]

Portuguese: [c:\util\reader\pt\setup.exe]

Romanian: [c:\util\reader\ro\setup.exe]

Russian: [c:\util\reader\ru\setup.exe]

Slovak: [c:\util\reader\sk\setup.exe]

Slovenian: [c:\util\reader\sl\setup.exe]

Spanish: [c:\util\reader\p\setup.exe]

Swedish: [c:\util\reader\s\setup.exe]

Turkish: [c:\util\reader\tr\setup.exe]

Ukrainian: [c:\util\reader\uk\setup.exe]

 Reference Manual “CD/DVD Drive”

7 <For MUI OS model>

Install Adobe Reader.

8 Change the internal CD/DVD drive letter if necessary.

First-time Operation

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

NOTE

PC Information Viewer

This computer periodically records the management information of the hard disk, etc. The maximum data volume for

each record is 1024 bytes. This information is only used for estimating the cause when the hard disk goes down by

any possibility. They are never sent to outside via network nor used for any other purpose except for the purpose

described the above.

To disable the function, add the check mark for [Disable the automatic save function for management information

history] in [Hard Disk Status] of PC Information Viewer, and click [OK].

When you disable the function, information on how to use the hard disk of PC Information Popup is not displayed.

( Reference Manual “Check the Computer’s Usage Status” and “PC Information Popup”)

If you hear the sounds from CD/DVD drive

In the following situations, the sounds from the CD/DVD drive can be heard.

• Immediately after the CD/DVD drive is turned on

• Just after turning on the computer with [DVD Drive Power] set to [On] in the Setup Utility

• When a CD or DVD is playing

The sounds you hear are normal operating sounds created by the motor in the CD/DVD drive operating; it is not a

malfunction.

To conserve power, the following power saving methods are set at the time of purchase. (When AC adaptor

is connected)

• The screen automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity.

• The computer automatically enters sleep*1 after 20 minutes of inactivity.

*1 Refer to Reference Manual “Sleep or Hibernation Functions” about resuming from sleep.

Power consumption in each mode is as follows. (When AC adaptor is connected)

• When the screen is off Approx. 10 W

• In sleep Approx. 1.9 W

• The battery pack is fully charged (or not being charged) and the computer is off Approx. 0.9 W

Note that the computer consumes electricity even when the computer power is off. If the battery pack is fully

charged, the battery will be fully discharged in the following period of time:

*2 If “Wake Up from wired LAN” is disabled, the period of time will become slightly longer.

If “Wake Up from wireless LAN” is enabled, the period of time will become shorter.



When the CD/DVD drive power is turned off, the message “The ‘MATSHITA XXXXXXX XXXX’ device can now be

safely removed from the system” will appear, but the CD/DVD drive is an internal device, so it cannot be removed.

When Starting Up/Shutting Down

Do not do the following

• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor

• Sliding the power switch or CD/DVD drive power/open switch

• Touching the keyboard, touch pad or external mouse

• Closing the display

To change the partition structure

You can shrink a part of an existing partition to create unallocated disk space, from which you can create a new parti-

tion. This computer has a single partition in the default setting.

AClick (Start) and right-click [Computer], then click [Manage].

A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

BClick [Disk Management].

CRight-click the partition for Windows (“c” drive in the default setting), and click [Shrink Volume].

The partition size depends on the computer specifications.

DInput the size in [Enter the amount of space to shrink in MB] and click [Shrink].

You cannot input a larger number than the displayed size.

ERight-click [Unallocated] (the shrunk space in the step D) and click [New Simple Volume].

FFollow the on-screen instructions to make the settings, and click [Finish].

Wait until formatting is completed.

NOTE

You can create an additional partition using remaining unallocated space or newly creating unallocated space.

To delete a partition, right-click the partition and click [Delete Volume] in the step C.

When using the supplied battery pack (CF-VZSU51W) When using the optional battery pack (CF-VZSU52W)

• When power is off: Approx. 1.5 months

• In sleep: Approx. 2 days*2

• In hibernation: Approx. 3 days*2

• When power is off: Approx. 0.7 months

• In sleep: Approx. 1 days*2

• In hibernation: Approx. 1.5 days*2

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You can select the Classic view of Control Panel or the Classic Start menu. You can also change the way a user logs on

or off. This manual explains using the Windows Vista default setting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.).

User Account Control

User Account Control is a new security component of Windows Vista to stop unauthorized changes to your computer.

The User Account Control message will pop up every time you try making an important change to your computer.

Sound and Video

• When playing AVI files

When the computer is stressed with lots of application software running or when you are using the computer in hot

location, the sound and images in AVI files may be cut during playback.

The following operations may improve the situation.

- Click or on the notification area, and click [High performance].

(When using the computer in hot location, lower the temperature in the environment to set [High performance].

Setting [High performance] in hot location does not improve the situation.)

• When you play back AVI files with the Windows Media Player full screen, the audio and images may not match

with each other. In this case, do either of the following for playback.

- Play back with the Windows Media Player on the window display.

- Use WinDVD for playback.

• When you play back motion image files such as DVD-Video, the following troubles may occur.

- When using Windows Media Player, images are not played back smoothly.

- When using WinDVD, the playback screen becomes suspended.

If this occurs, click (Pause) of WinDVD and click (Play). The sequel is played back.

• Sound (e.g. MP3, WMA) and video (e.g. MPG, WMV) recorded in PC Cards and SD Memory Cards may be inter-

rupted during playback. If this happens, copy them to the hard disk drive and play back.

• Depending on the processing status on Windows, sound may be interrupted at Windows startup. You can mute the

sound at startup.

ARight-click the desktop and click [Personalize] - [Sounds].

BRemove the check mark from [Play Windows Startup sound], and click [OK].

Windows Update

You can update to the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus.

(Start) - [All Programs] - [Windows Update]

Do not apply drivers even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact

your technical support office.

Regarding Windows Vista

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On-screen Manual

You can access the following manuals on the computer screen after completing the “First-time Operation”.

When you access the on-screen manual for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be dis-

played. Read it carefully and select [Accept] to proceed.

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance.

To access the Reference Manual:

Double-click on the desktop.

NOTE

Windows-related files, which is mentioned in “Technical Information” on Reference Manual, are placed in folders

below.

English

c:\windows\support\EN\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\EN\tools

Arabic

c:\windows\support\AR\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\AR\tools

Chinese -Simplified

c:\windows\support\XT\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\XT\tools

Chinese -Traditional

c:\windows\support\ZH\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\ZH\tools

Chinese -HongKong

c:\windows\support\B3\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\B3\tools

Dutch

c:\windows\support\NL\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\NL\tools

French

c:\windows\support\FR\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\FR\tools

German

c:\windows\support\DE\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\DE\tools

Hebrew

c:\windows\support\IW\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\IW\tools

Italian

c:\windows\support\IT\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\IT\tools

Japanese

c:\windows\support\JA\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\JA\tools

Korean

c:\windows\support\KO\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\KO\tools

Portuguese (Brazilian)

c:\windows\support\XC\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\XC\tools

Spanish

c:\windows\support\ES\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\ES\tools

Swedish

c:\windows\support\SV\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\SV\tools

Czech

c:\windows\support\CS\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\CS\tools

Danish

c:\windows\support\DA\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\DA\tools

Finnish

c:\windows\support\FI\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\FI\tools

Norwegian

c:\windows\support\NO\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\NO\tools

Russian

c:\windows\support\RU\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\RU\tools

Contents

Read Me First

Using the Touch Pad

Key Combinations

Battery Power

Customizing the Power Setting

Computing on the Road

Sleep or Hibernation Functions

Security Measures

CD/DVD Drive

WinDVD

Writing to CD/DVD

PC Cards

SD/SDHC Memory Card

Mini Port Replicator

External Display

USB Devices

Modem

LAN

Disabling/Enabling Wireless Com-

munication

Wireless LAN

Setup Utility

Loupe Utility

DMI Viewer

Troubleshooting (Advanced)

Check the Computer’s Usage Sta-

tus

PC Information Popup

Protecting Your Computer from

Viruses

Technical Information

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Greek

c:\windows\support\EL\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\EL\tools

Hungarian

c:\windows\support\HU\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\HU\tools

Polish

c:\windows\support\PL\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\PL\tools

Portuguese

c:\windows\support\PT\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\PT\tools

Turkish

c:\windows\support\TR\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\TR\tools

Bulgarian

c:\windows\support\BG\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\BG\tools

Croatian

c:\windows\support\YX\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\YX\tools

Estonian

c:\windows\support\ET\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\ET\tools

Latvian

c:\windows\support\LV\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\LV\tools

Lithuanian

c:\windows\support\LT\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\LT\tools

Romanian

c:\windows\support\RO\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\RO\tools

Slovak

c:\windows\support\SK\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\SK\tools

Slovenian

c:\windows\support\SL\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\SL\tools

Thai

c:\windows\support\TH\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\TH\tools

Serbian

c:\windows\support\ST\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\ST\tools

Ukrainian

c:\windows\support\UK\migwiz,

c:\windows\support\UK\tools

Important Tips

The Important Tips will provide you with the helpful information about the battery. Read to use the battery pack in the

optimum condition to obtain longer operation time.

To access the Important Tips:

Double-click on the desktop.

Alternatively click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips].

Hard Disk Handling

The Hard Disk Handling will provide you with the helpful information on how to use the hard disk.

To access the Hard Disk Handling:

Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Hard Disk Handling].

Supplementary Instructions of Bluetooth <Only for model with Bluetooth>

The Supplementary Instructions will provide you with the helpful information about the Bluetooth.

To access the Supplementary Instructions of Bluetooth:

Click (Start) - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Bluetooth Manual].

NOTE

When Adobe Reader update notice is displayed, we recommend you follow the on-screen procedure to update.

See http://www.adobe.com/ for the latest version of Adobe Reader.

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Handling and Maintenance

Place the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright. If the computer is exposed to an

extremely strong impact, it may become inoperable.

Temperature: Operation: 5 °C to 35 °C

Storage: -20°C to 60 °C

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

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

Even within the above temperature/humidity ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in

the product deterioration and will shorten the product life.

• Be sure to use the computer in an environment with sufficient heat ventilation.

- Avoid using the computer on a highly heat retentive surfaces (e.g., rubber pads and blankets). If possible, use

the computer on surfaces that can dissipate heat, such as a steel desk.

- Do not cover the computer with towels, keyboard covers, etc., as this prevents heat dissipation.

- When using the computer, always keep the display open. (Note, however, that closing the display while the com-

puter is in use does not cause generation of heat, ignition, or other malfunctions.)

Do not place the computer in the following areas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.

• Near electronic equipment. Image distortion or noise may occur.

• Near magnets or in magnetic fields.

• In extremely high or low temperature.

As the computer can become hot during operation, keep it away from items that are sensitive to heat.

This computer is designed to minimize shock to parts such as the hard disk drive, but no warranty is provided against

any trouble caused by shock. Be extremely careful when handling the computer.

When carrying the computer:

• Turn off the computer.

• Remove all external devices, cables, cards and other protruding things.

• Remove a disc in the CD/DVD drive.

• Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.

• Do not leave the display open.

• Do not grip the display part.

When you board an airplane, take the computer with you and never put it in your

checked luggage. When using the computer on airplane, follow the airline’s

instructions.

When carrying a spare battery, put it in a plastic bag to protect its terminals.

This computer contains a magnet and magnetic products at the locations circled in

the illustration at right. Avoid leaving metallic object or magnetic media in contact

with these areas.

The touch pad is designed to be used with a finger tip. Do not place any object on

its surface and do not press down strongly with sharp-pointed or hard objects that

may leave marks (e.g., nails, pencils and ball point pens).

Avoid any harmful substances such as oil from getting into the touch pad. The cur-

sor may not work correctly.

If the computer is being carried in a soft bag with the battery pack removed, avoid undue pressure on the body of the

computer in a crowded place, etc., as this may result in damage to the LCD.

If the computer becomes warm during usage

Check the following

• If you are not using a wireless LAN, turn the wireless LAN off.

• If the computer becomes warm while the screen saver is displayed, set the screen saver to [Windows Logo].

Screen savers that use 3-D images or other complex images increase the CPU utilization rate.

• Use recommended RAM module products. Non-recommended RAM modules may not operate properly, and may

cause damage to your computer.

Double-click on the desktop and click [High speed], then click [OK].

• When you set [High speed], rotation of the cooling fan speeds up and the computer can be cooled down. Note that

the battery operating time will be shorter.

• When you do not frequently use CPU or the rotation noise of the fan bothers you, set [Standard] or [Low speed] as

necessary.

Operation Environment

Handling Cautions

Bottom

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Double-click on the desktop and click [Power Saving Level : High], then click [OK].

Follow the on-screen instructions.

 Reference Manual “Computing on the Road”

When using peripheral devices

Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid any damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction

manuals of the peripheral devices.

Use the peripheral devices conforming to the computer’s specifications.

Connect to the connectors in the correct direction.

If it is hard to insert, do not try forcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc.

If screws are included, fasten them securely.

Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN/

wireless WAN/Bluetooth

<Only for model with wireless LAN/

wireless WAN/Bluetooth

Before using wireless LAN/

wireless WAN/Bluetooth

, make the appropriate security settings such as data encryption.

Computrace® Software

Computrace® software tracks your stolen computer.

Perform the following steps before installing Computrace® software.

Computrace® software is not included or installed in this computer.

CAUTION

You will be unable to set [Computrace (R) BIOS Module] to [Disable] once you have set to [Enable]. Do not change

the setting when not used.

• Even if you have set [Computrace (R) BIOS Module] to [Enable], this setting may return to [Disable] after repairs to

the motherboard, etc. have been made.

NOTE

Consult Absolute Software Corp. before disposal.

Refer to the following URL for Computrace® software for installation and available service regions. Note that this

service is only available in certain regions.

http://www.absolute.com

1 Turn on or restart the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-

played.

The Setup Utility starts up.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

2 Select the [Security] menu, then select [Computrace (R) Sub-Menu] and press

Enter

3 Select [Computrace (R) BIOS Module], and set to [Enable].

4 At the confirmation message, select [Execute] and press

Enter

5 At the reconfirmation message, select [Execute] and press

Enter

6 Press

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer restarts.

To clean the LCD panel and touch pad

Wipe lightly with a gauze or other dry, soft cloth.

To clean areas other than the LCD panel and touch pad

Wet a soft cloth with water or a diluted kitchen cleanser (neutral), wring the cloth out thoroughly, and wipe the dirty area

gently. Using a detergent other than a neutral kitchen cleanser (e.g., a weak alkali cleanser) may adversely affect

painted surfaces.

Maintenance

Handling and Maintenance

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

CAUTION

Do not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol since it may adversely affect the surface causing discoloration, etc.

Do not use commercially-available household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to

the surface.

Do not apply water or detergent directly to the computer, since liquid may enter inside of the computer and cause

malfunction or damage.

The keyboard on this computer incorporate a drain system (a moisture protection mechanism) that minimizes the

amount of liquid reaching the inside of the computer even if water is spilled on the keyboard.

Any water that comes in contact with the keyboard is drained off through holes in the bottom of the computer, so that vir-

tually no water is left inside the computer. However, this is not a guarantee against damage to the hard disk or other

internal parts, or against the loss or deletion of data.

The drain system is incorporated into only the keyboard. It does not apply to any other components.

If you spill water or any other liquid on the keyboard, even a small amount, be sure to perform the following steps.

Failure to perform these steps may result in damage to the computer. The drain system will not provide complete

protection against water entering the computer.

1 Immediately turn off the computer, and remove the AC adaptor.

2 Wipe any water droplets off of the top of the keyboard using a

soft, dry cloth.

3 Slowly lift up the computer, keeping it level,

and wipe any water coming out of the holes

on the bottom using a soft, dry cloth.

If the computer is tilted during this step, liquid may seep

inside the computer resulting in damage.

4 Keeping the computer level, move

the computer to a dry place.

If the computer is placed back on the wet

surface, water may seep inside the computer

from the bottom.

5 Insert the tip of a ball-point pen or other object into the emer-

gency hole on the bottom of the computer, and move it in the

direction of the arrow to open the disc cover.

The computer should be kept level, without tilting, while the disc cover is being

opened. Move the computer to the edge of the desk or table to perform this oper-

ation.

6 Check to see whether there is any water inside the CD/DVD drive.

If there is water inside, wipe it using a soft, dry cloth.

If You Spill Water on the Keyboard

Note that repairs resulting from liquids being spilled on the computer are not free of charge, and not covered by war-

ranty.

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

7 Remove the battery pack.

8 Be sure to contact your technical support office to have the computer checked for any

malfunctions.

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Expanding Memory

Use RAM modules that comply with the specifications below. Using any other module may cause malfunction or result

in computer failure.

RAM module specifications:

DDR2 SDRAM, 200 pins, SO-DIMM, 1.8 V, PC2-4200

CAUTION

Use recommended RAM module products. Do not use non-recommended RAM modules. Non-recommended RAM

modules may not operate properly, and may cause damage to your computer. Some non-recommended RAM mod-

ules may overheat, causing the cover to warp. Refer to various sources for recommended RAM module.

RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the

human body has adversely affected such RAM modules. When inserting or removing a RAM module, do not touch

the terminals or internal components, insert objects other than the module, or allow foreign particles to enter. Doing

so has been known to cause damage, fire or electric shock.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility whatsoever for failures or damage caused by the

use of non-recommended RAM modules, or by incorrect installation or removal of such RAM modules. Before

installing a RAM module, confirm the product type and the correct installation method.

Preparation

ATurn off your computer.

• Do not use the sleep or hibernation.

BDisconnect the AC adaptor and remove the battery pack.

CRemove the screw (A) and the cover on the bottom of the computer.

• Use the appropriate screw driver so as not to strip the thread of screw.

1 Place the RAM module lightly in parallel with the RAM module slot so that the notch (B)

of the RAM module and the protrusion (C) of the RAM module slot is in the same direc-

tion.

The gold terminals are visible at this point.

RAM module is at an angle of 20° - 30° with the horizontal line.

Inserting the RAM Module

RAM Module

Slot

B C Gold Terminals

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2 Insert the RAM module parallel to the slot firmly until the gold

terminals are invisible.

If it is hard to insert the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the mod-

ule’s direction.

3 Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (D)

lock into place.

When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open slightly

and will return after locking.

If it is hard to press down the RAM module, do not try forcibly but check the

module’s direction.

4 Set the cover and battery pack back.

NOTE

If the RAM module is recognized correctly, the total size of this computer’s memory and RAM module memory is dis-

played on the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility.

If the RAM module is not recognized, turn off the computer and insert it again.

1 Carefully open the left and right hooks (E).

The RAM module will be raised.

2 Carefully remove the RAM module from the slot.

3 Set the cover and battery pack back.

Removing the RAM Module

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Hard Disk Backup/Restore Function

[Backup and Restore Center] and [System Recovery Options] allow you create a backup of the entire hard disk data,

which can be used to recover from hardware failure.

To create a backup of the entire hard disk to another storage media (e.g., external hard disk): Use [Back up computer].

To create a backup of a file or a folder: Use [Back up files].

For further information, click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Back up your computer].

NOTE

Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until backup is complete.

NOTE

This function does not work when you turn on the computer for the first time or just after you reinstall Windows. Start

and shut down Windows Vista, and then you can use the function.

When you forget the administrator account password or you need to restore the recovery partition, use Product

Recovery DVD-ROM.

Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until restoration is complete.

1 Turn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility starts up.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

2 Press

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

3 Select the [Exit] menu.

4 Select [Repair Your Computer] and press

Enter

5 Click [Next] and click [Next].

6 Select user name and input password, then click [OK].

7 Click [Windows Complete PC Restore] and follow the on-screen instructions.

If you cannot proceed the above operation, restore the hard disk using Product Recovery DVD-ROM.

NOTE

You can restore the hard disk following the procedure below as well.

On [Advanced Boot Options] screen

APerform the above procedure, steps 1 - 2.

BPress

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer will restart.

CWhen [Panasonic] boot screen disappears, press and hold

If [Advanced Boot Options] screen is not displayed, the recovery partition may be damaged. In this case, restore

the hard disk using Product Recovery DVD-ROM.

DSelect [Repair Your Computer] and press

Enter

EFollow the on-screen instructions.

How to use Product Recovery DVD-ROM

APerform the steps 1 to 9 of “Reinstalling Software” (page 26).

BClick [Run “System Recovery Options”.] and click [Next].

CFollow the on-screen instructions.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for any damage suffered (including loss of data) as

a result of the use of this function.

Creating a backup of the hard disk data

Restoring the hard disk data

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Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

When disposing the computer or transferring the ownership, erase all hard disk data in order to avoid data leakage.

Even if you erase the data or initialize the hard disk using normal Windows commands, the data can be read with some

special software. Use the hard disk data erase utility to erase the data completely.

Note that transferring of the ownership without uninstalling the commercial software will be a violation of the software’s

license agreement.

NOTE

Even if hard disk data erase is performed, the number of times of DVD’s region code setting will not be reset.

This utility cannot erase data for specific partitions. The entire hard disk data including the data of the recovery parti-

tion will be erased.

It will take 2 to 6 hours to erase the data. (Erasing time varies depending on the capacity of the hard disk.)

Preparation

Prepare the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included).

Remove all peripherals.

Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until hard disk data erase is complete.

1 Perform the steps 1 to 9 of “Reinstalling Software” (page 26).

In step 2, you do not have to write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility.

If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following procedures, input the Supervisor Password or the User

Password.

2 Click [Erase the whole data on the Hard Disk for security] and click [Next].

3 At the confirmation message, click [YES].

4 Click [Continue].

5 Click [Continue] again.

6 Click [YES].

Erasing the hard disk data starts.

7 After erasing is completed, remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM and click [OK].

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

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

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

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

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

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Reinstalling Software

CAUTION

Do not delete the recovery partition on the hard disk.

This partition contains data to help recover your system.

The disk space in the partition is not available to store data.

Preparation

Prepare the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included).

Remove all peripherals.

Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete.

NOTE

Even if reinstallation is performed, the number of times of DVD’s region code setting will not be reset.

1 Turn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility starts up.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

2 Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and press

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

3 Select the [Main] menu, then select [DVD Drive Power] and press

Enter

4 Select [On] and press

Enter

5 Select the [Boot] menu, then select [Optical Drive] and press

until [Optical Drive] is

at the top of [Boot priority order].

6 Press

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer will restart.

7 Press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

8 Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.

When the disc cover does not open, confirm the following settings.

• [DVD Drive] is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

• [DVD Drive Power] is set to [On] in the [Main] menu.

If the setting has not been made, take the following steps.

ASet [DVD Drive] to [Enable] and set [DVD Drive Power] to [On].

BPress

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer will restart.

CPress

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

DSet the Product Recovery DVD-ROM.

9 Press

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The computer will restart.

10 Click [Reinstall Windows] and click [Next].

The License Agreement screen appears.

11 Click [Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!] and click [Next].

Reinstalling software will return the computer to the default condition. When you reinstall the software, the hard disk

data will be erased.

Back up important data to other media or an external hard disk before reinstallation.

Area usable by Windows

Hard disk Recovery partition

(approximately 2 GB)

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12 Select the settings and click [Next].

[Reinstall Windows to the whole Hard Disk to factory default.]

You will have a single partition.

[Reinstall Windows to the operating system partition.]

You can keep the partition structure.

This option is only available when using Windows Vista.

13 At the confirmation message, click [YES].

Reinstallation starts automatically. (It will take approximately 70 minutes.)

Do not interrupt reinstallation, for example by turning off the computer. Otherwise reinstallation may become

unavailable as Windows may not start up or the data may be corrupted.

According to the instruction on the screen, switch Product Recovery DVD-ROM.

14 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then click [OK] to turn off the computer.

15 Turn on the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility starts up.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

16 Press

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

Enter

The Setup Utility settings excluding the password(s) will return to the default values.

17 Press

F10

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart.

18 Perform the first-time operation (page 12).

19 Start the Setup Utility and change the settings as necessary.

20 Perform Windows Update.

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Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message

Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the

“Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact

your technical support office. You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer ( Reference

Manual “Check the Computer’s Usage Status”).

Troubleshooting (Basic)

Starting Up and Sleep and Hibernation Mode

The computer does not

power on/

The power indicator or bat-

tery indicator is not lit.

Connect the AC adaptor.

Insert a fully charged battery.

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

If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module and check to

see if the RAM module is the recommended one.



When the CPU temperature is high, the computer may not start up to prevent overheating of

the CPU. Wait until the computer cools down, and then turn the power on again. If the com-

puter does not power on even after cooling down, contact your technical support office.

Windows does not start up. When you turn on the computer for the first time after purchase

Windows setup screen may not be displayed and [The computer restarted unexpectedly

or encountered an unexpected error] message may appear. This message appears

when the computer is forcibly turned off (e.g. The AC adaptor is removed. The battery

becomes empty due to setup without connecting the AC adaptor.) and you cannot use

Windows until reinstallation is complete. In this case, reinstall.



When Windows does not start when resuming from hibernation, set the Product Recovery

DVD-ROM and display [System Recovery Options] (



page 24), and run [Startup Repair].

If the problem persists, perform reinstallation with the Product Recovery DVD-ROM.

Remove all peripheral devices.

• If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device or set [Legacy USB

Support] to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module and check to

see if the RAM module is the recommended one.

If the power indicator is lit, slide the power switch for four seconds or longer to turn off,

then turn on again.

Using the following procedure, start up in Safe Mode, and check the error details.

ATurn on the computer, and when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears (after enter-

ing the password*1 if one is set) hold down

BRelease your finger when [Advanced Boot Options] is displayed, and with  or ,

select [Safe Mode], then press

Enter

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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

Press

in the Setup Utility (page 31 “To start the Setup Utility”) to return the Setup

Utility settings (excluding the passwords) to the default values. Start the Setup Utility and

make the settings again.

There is a beep sound, and

either “Extended RAM Mod-

ule Failed” or “Standard

RAM Failed” appears.

If “Extended RAM Module Failed” appears, the RAM module is not correctly inserted.

Turn off the computer, check that the RAM module is a recommended module, then

insert it correctly.

If “Standard RAM Failed” appears, contact your technical support office.

Cannot boot from internal

CD/DVD drive.

Make sure that the bootable CD/DVD is set properly.

Start the Setup Utility, and confirm the following settings.

• [DVD Drive] is set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

• [DVD Drive Power] is set to [On] in the [Main] menu.

• [Optical Drive] is the first device shown in [Boot priority order] in the [Boot] menu.

Bootable CD/DVD created using B’s Recorder in the CF-W4/CF-W5/CF-Y4/CF-Y5

series cannot be used on this computer. If you want to share bootable CD/DVD with

those series, create a new bootable CD/DVD.

When an external CD/DVD drive is connected, you cannot boot from the internal CD/

DVD drive.

You have forgotten the

password.

Supervisor Password or User Password: Contact your technical support office.

Administrator password:

• If you have another account with Administrator authority, log-on with it, then delete the

password for the problem account.

• If you have a password reset disk, click [Reset password] displayed after the password

input error, then follow the on-screen instructions to set a new password.

If you cannot do either of the above, you will need to reinstall (page 26) and setup

Windows.

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“Remove disks or other

media. Press any key to

restart” or a similar mes-

sage appears.

A floppy disk is in the floppy disk drive and it does not contain system startup informa-

tion. Remove the floppy disk and press any key.



This message may appear with some devices connected to

the USB port

. Remove the

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



If the problem persists after removing the disk, it may be a hard disk failure. Perform the rein-

stallation and return the hard disk to its condition at the time of purchase.

(



page 26

)

If the

problem persists even after the reinstallation, contact

your technical support office

[Executing Battery Recali-

bration] screen appears.

The Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows was shut down last time. To

start up Windows, turn off the computer by the power switch, and then turn on.

The computer will not auto-

matically enter sleep/hiber-

nation.

If you connect to a network using wireless LAN function, perform access point settings.

( Reference Manual “Wireless LAN”)

If you do not use wireless LAN function, turn off wireless LAN function. ( Refer-

ence Manual “Disabling/Enabling Wireless Communication”)

Make sure that you are not using any software that regularly accesses the hard disk.

When logging on (e.g.,

resuming the computer),

audio is distorted.

Perform the following steps to change the audio settings to prevent audio output.

ARight-click the desktop and click [Personalize] - [Sounds].

BRemove the check mark from [Play Windows Startup sound], and click [OK].

Cannot resume. One of the following operations may have been carried out.

• In sleep mode, the AC adaptor or battery pack was disconnected, or a peripheral was

connected or disconnected.

• The power switch was slid for four seconds or longer to forcibly turn off the computer.

Slide the power switch to turn on the computer. Data not saved will be lost.

Other startup problems. Check to see if there was a disk error.

ARemove all peripheral devices including an external display.

BClick (Start) - [Computer] and right-click [Local Disk (C:)], and click [Properties].

CClick [Tools] - [Check Now].

• A standard user needs to enter an administrator password.

DSelect the option in [Check disk options] and click [Start].

Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. (



page 28 “Windows

does not start up”)

Shutting Down

Windows does not shut

down.

Remove all peripheral devices.

Wait one or two minutes. It is not a malfunction.

Password

Even after entering the pass-

word, a message appears

requesting to type it again.

If lights up, press

NumLk

to disable the ten-key mode, and then input.

If lights up, press

Caps Lock

to disable the Caps Lock mode, and then input.

Display

When the screen becomes

black for a moment.



When you set [Intel video driver power saving function (Intel® Display Power Saving Technol-

ogy)] of Power Saving Utility to [Enable], if you do the following operations, the screen

becomes black for a moment, but this is not a malfunction. You can continue to use this.

• Adjust the brightness of the screen with

• Remove and insert the AC adaptor.

While you are using motion video playback software, benchmark software for graphic, if

error screen is displayed or application software does not function normally, set [Intel video

driver power saving function (Intel® Display Power Saving Technology)] to [Disable].

No display. The external display is selected. Press

to switch the display. Wait until the dis-

play has been switched completely before pressing

again.

The display is turned off by the power-saving function. To resume, do not press the direct

selection keys, but press any other key like

Ctrl

The computer entered sleep or hibernation by the power-saving function. To resume,

slide the power switch.

The screen may become darker. Press

to make the screen brighter.

The screen is disordered. 

Changing the number of display colors and resolution may affect the screen. Restart the computer.



The refresh rate of the internal LCD may be 40 hertz. Change the refresh rate of the internal LCD.

ARight-click the desktop and click [Graphics Properties].

BClick [Display Devices] - [Display Settings].

CIf [Refresh Rate] of the Notebook is [40 Hertz], change to [60 Hertz] and click [OK].

Starting Up and Sleep and Hibernation Mode

Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message

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The external display does

not work normally.

If the external display does not support the power saving function, it may not work nor-

mally when the computer enters the power saving mode. Turn off the external display.

The sidebar gadgets are not

correctly displayed.

Log off and log on Windows, and display the sidebar again.

Battery

The battery indicator is

lights red.

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

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

you do not have an AC adaptor, save your data and power off your computer. After

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

The battery indicator is

blinking.

If blinking red:

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 your

technical support office. The battery pack or charging circuit may be defective.

If blinking orange:

• Battery cannot be recharged temporarily because the internal temperature of the bat-

tery pack is outside the acceptable temperature range for recharging. Your computer

can be used normally in this state. Once the range requirement is satisfied, charging

begins automatically.

• Software applications and peripheral devices (USB devices, etc.) are consuming too

much power. Exit the software applications currently running, and remove all peripher-

als. Once the range requirement is satisfied, charging begins automatically.

The battery indicator is

flashing.

The battery is recharging.

If [Battery Charging Indicator] in [Main] menu of the Setup Utility is set to [Flashing], the

indicator will alternately become lighter and darker.

Touch Pad

The cursor does not work. When using the external mouse, connect it correctly.

Restart the computer by using the keyboard.

Press and press  three times, and press  to select [Restart] and press

Enter



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

below

)

Cannot input using the

touch pad.

Set [Touch Pad] to [Enable] in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility.



The drivers for some mice may disable the touch pad. Check your mouse’s operating instructions.

Reference Manual

The Reference Manual is not

displayed.

Install Adobe Reader.

ALog on to Windows as an administrator.

Click (Start) and input “c:\util\reader\setup.exe” in [Start Search] then press

Enter

CUpdate Adobe Reader to its latest version.

If your computer is connected to the internet, start up Adobe Reader and click [Help] -

[Check for Updates].

(page 13)

Reinstalling B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP

A serial number is

requested when reinstalling.

Input the following serial number.

B’s Recorder:

B’s CLiP:

Others

No response. Press

Ctrl

Shift

Esc

to open Task Manager and close the software application that

is not responding.

An input screen (e.g., password input screen at startup) may be hidden behind another

window. Press

Alt

Tab

to check.



Slide the power switch for four seconds or longer to shut down the computer, and then slide

the power switch to turn it on. If the application program does not work normally, uninstall and

reinstall the program. To uninstall, click (Start) - [Control Panel] - [Uninstall a program].

Unable to input password Some keyboards have unusable keys (e.g. the “

” key on French keyboards).

Use the other key when you press the key and the alarm sounds.

Display

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Follow the instructions below when an error code or message appears. If the problem persists or if the error code/mes-

sage displayed is not shown here, contact your technical support office.

To start the Setup Utility

ARestart the computer.

BPress

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

Cannot change the Win-

dows language.

Reinstallation is necessary to change the Windows language (page 26).

The computer does not rec-

ognize the CD/DVD drive.

Restart the computer.

After the computer restarts, it may recognize a CD/DVD drive.

Error Code/Message

Error Code/Message Solution

0211 Keyboard error Disconnect external keyboard.

0251 System CMOS

checksum bad -

Default configuration

used

An error has occurred in the memory of Setup Utility settings. This occurs when the memory con-

tent is changed by an unexpected program operation, etc.

Start the Setup Utility and return the settings to the default values, and then change the set-

tings as necessary.

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

nical support office.

0271 Check date and

time settings

The date and time settings are not correct.

Start the Setup Utility and set the correct date and time.

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

nical support office.

0280 Previous boot

incomplete - Default

configuration used

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

ues to startup the computer.

Start the Setup Utility and return the settings to the default values, and then change the set-

tings as necessary.

Press <F2> to Setup 

Write down the error details and press

to start the Setup Utility. Change the settings if necessary.

Operating System not

found

The operating system is not installed in the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are going to boot from.

If using a floppy disk, change the disk to the one you can use for boot.

If using the hard disk, check if the hard disk is recognized in [Information] menu of the Setup

Utility. If the hard disk is recognized, perform the reinstallation (page 26). If not, contact

your technical support office.

If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or set [Legacy USB Support]

to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

Others

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Hardware Diagnostics

If the hardware installed in this computer is not operating properly, you can use the PC-Diagnostic Utility to determine

whether or not there is a problem.

If the utility discovers a problem in the hardware, contact your technical support office.

Hardware below can be checked using this utility. (Software cannot be checked.)

CPU

Memory

Hard Disk

CD/DVD Drive

Video Controller

Sound*1

Modem

LAN

Wireless LAN*2

Wireless WAN*3

Bluetooth*4

USB

PC Card Controller

SD Card Controller

Keyboard

Touch Pad

*1 When the PC-Diagnostic Utility is running, a loud beep will sound, so do not use headphones at this time. (The beep will not

sound if mute is using Windows.)

*2 Only for model with wireless LAN

*3 Only for model with wireless WAN

*4 Only for model with Bluetooth

When the video diagnostic check is running, the display may be distorted, and when the audio diagnostic check is

running, sounds may be generated from the speaker. These are not malfunctions.

NOTE

For the hard disk only, you can select standard diagnostic check or extended diagnostic check.

When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will run the standard diagnostic check.

We recommend that you use the touch pad for operations. When not using the touch pad, you can operate using the

internal keyboard instead. Note, however, that the touch pad and internal keyboard may not function temporarily dur-

ing diagnostic check. If this happens, wait for a moment before operating them.

If the touch pad does not operate properly, press

Ctrl

Alt

Del

to restart the computer,

or slide the power switch

to turn the power off, and then restart the PC-Diagnostic Utility.

Run this utility using the default settings in the Setup Utility.

If the Setup Utility or other settings will not allow a hardware to be executed, the hardware icon will be displayed in gray.

1 Connect the AC adaptor, and turn on the wireless switch.

During the diagnostic check, do not remove the AC adaptor, or attach any peripheral devices.

Turn on or restart the computer, and press

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

The Setup Utility starts up.

If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.

If you are using the computer after changing the settings from the status at the time of purchase, we recom-

mend that you make a note of the settings that are changed.

Hardware that can be checked using the PC-Diagnostic Utility

Regarding the PC-Diagnostic Utility

Operations Touch pad operations Internal keyboard operations

Select icon Place the cursor above the icon

Press

Space

and then press

   

( (close) cannot be selected)

Click the icon Tap or click (right click cannot be used) Press

Space

above the icon

Complete the PC- Diagnos-

tic Utility and then restart

the computer

Click (close) Press

Ctrl

Alt

Del

Running the Diagnostic Check

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3 Press

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

4 Select the [Main] menu, set [DVD Drive Power] to [On].

5 Select the [Exit] menu, then select [Save Current Values].

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

6 Select [Diagnostic Utility].

When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will automatically begin the diagnostic check for all hardware components.

If the password is requested, enter the password.

The touch pad and the internal keyboard cannot be used until alternating blue and yellow colors are displayed

on the left side of the

hardware

icon (A).

By clicking the icon, you can execute the following operations:

• : Start the diagnostic check from the beginning

• : Stop the diagnostic check (You cannot restart the check partway through by clicking )

• : Display help (click the screen or press

Space

to return to the original diagnostic check screen)



You can check the status of the diagnostic check by the display color on the left side of the hardware icon (A).

• Aqua: Not running diagnostic check

• Alternating blue and yellow: Currently running diagnostic check. The interval of the alternating colors differs

depending on the type of diagnostic check currently running.

During memory diagnostic check, the display may freeze for a long period of time. Wait until the process is

complete.

• Green: No problems discovered

• Red: Problems discovered

NOTE

Using the following procedure, you can run a diagnostic check on a specified hardware component, or

run an extended diagnostic check on the hard disk (The extended diagnostic check is only for the hard

disk). The extended diagnostic check is more detailed, and so requires a longer period of time to run.

AClick to stop the diagnostic check.

BClick the icon for the hardware that is not to be checked, so that the icon is displayed in gray.

When running a check on the hard disk, clicking the icon once will turn on the extended diagnostic

check (“FULL” (B) will be displayed below the icon); click again, and the icon will be displayed in

gray.

CClick to start the diagnostic check.

You can start the PC-Diagnostic Utility with the following procedure.

APress

F10

at step 5.

At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press

Enter

BPress

Ctrl

while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.

7 When all the hardware has been checked, confirm the diagnostic check results.

If the display is red and the message “Check Result TEST FAILED” is displayed, you can assume that there is a

problem with the computer’s hardware. Confirm which hardware component is displayed as red, and contact your

technical support office.

If the display is green and the message “Check Result TEST PASSED” is displayed, the computer’s hardware is

operating normally. Continue using the computer as it is. If the computer still does not operate properly, reinstall

the software. (page 26)

NOTE

If you run a memory diagnostic check after installing a new RAM module (sold separately) and the message “Check

Result TEST FAILED” is displayed:

Remove the additional RAM module and run the diagnostic check again. If the message “Check Result TEST

FAILED” is still displayed, you can assume that there is a problem with the internal RAM module.

8 After the diagnostic check is complete, click (close), or press

Ctrl

Alt

Del

restart the computer.

NOTE

When you set [DVD Drive Power] to [On] in the [Main] menu of Setup Utility, you will hear operation sound from CD/

DVD drive soon after the computer starts the startup procedure. To avoid the sound when the computer is starting

up, set [DVD Drive Power] to [Off].

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT

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

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

THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELOW. YOUR USE OF THE PROGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVELY

DEEMED TO CONSTITUTE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE.

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

their use to you. You assume sole responsibility for the selection of the Product (including the associated Programs) to

achieve your intended results, and for the installation, use and results obtained therefrom.

LICENSE

A. MEI hereby grants you a personal, non-transferable and non-exclusive right and license to use the Programs in

accordance with the terms and conditions stated in this Agreement. You acknowledge that you are receiving only a

LIMITED LICENSE TO USE the Programs and related documentation and that you shall obtain no title, ownership

nor any other rights in or to the Programs and related documentation nor in or to the algorithms, concepts, designs

and ideas represented by or incorporated in the Programs and related documentation, all of which title, ownership

and rights shall remain with MEI or its suppliers.

B. You may use the Programs only on the single Product which was accompanied by the Programs.

C. You and your employees and agents are required to protect the confidentiality of the Programs. You may not distrib-

ute or otherwise make the Programs or related documentation available to any third party, by time-sharing or other-

wise, without the prior written consent of MEI.

D. You may not copy or reproduce, or permit to be copied or reproduced, the Programs or related documentation for

any purpose, except that you may make one (1) copy of the Programs for backup purposes only in support of your

use of the Programs on the single Product which was accompanied by the Programs. You shall not modify, or

attempt to modify, the Programs.

E. You may transfer the Programs and license them to another party only in connection with your transfer of the single

Product which was accompanied by the Programs to such other party. At the time of such a transfer, you must also

transfer all copies, whether in printed or machine readable form, of every Program, and the related documentation,

to the same party or destroy any such copies not so transferred.

F. You may not remove any copyright, trademark or other notice or product identification from the Programs and you

must reproduce and include any such notice or product identification on any copy of any Program.

YOU MAY NOT REVERSE ASSEMBLE, REVERSE COMPILE, OR MECHANICALLY OR ELECTRONICALLY TRACE

THE 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, IN

WHOLE OR IN PART, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED IN THE LICENSE.

IF YOU TRANSFER POSSESSION OF ANY COPY OF ANY PROGRAM TO ANOTHER PARTY, EXCEPT AS PER-

MITTED IN PARAGRAPH E ABOVE, YOUR LICENSE IS AUTOMATICALLY TERMINATED.

TERM

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

this license at any time by destroying, at your expense, the Programs and related documentation together with all cop-

ies thereof in any form. This license will also terminate effective immediately upon occurrence of the conditions thereof

set forth elsewhere in this Agreement, or if you fail to comply with any term or condition contained herein. Upon any

such termination, you agree to destroy, at your expense, the Programs and related documentation together with all cop-

ies thereof in any form.

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

BY ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS. YOU FURTHER AGREE THAT IT IS THE COMPLETE AND EXCLUSIVE 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.

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

Specifications

This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-W7DWAYZJE/CF-W7DWAZFJE. The model number is

different according to the unit configuration.

To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size:

Start the Setup Utility ( Reference Manual “Setup Utility”) and select [Information] menu.

[CPU Speed]: CPU speed, [System Memory]: Memory size, [Hard Disk]: Hard disk drive size

Main Specifications

Model No. CF-W7DWAYZJE CF-W7DWAZFJE

CPU/

Secondary cache memory Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor Ultra Low Voltage U7600 (1.2 GHz, 2 MB*1 L2 cache,

533 MHz FSB)

Chip Set Mobile Intel® GM965 Express chip set

Main Memory*2 1 GB*1, DDR2 SDRAM (2 GB*1 Max.)

Video Memory UMA (251 MB*1 Max.)*3

Hard Disk Drive*4 120 GB

Approx. 2 GB are used as a recovery partition. (Users cannot use the partition.)

CD/DVD Drive DVD MULTI Drive built-in, Buffer underrun error prevention function: Supported

Continuous Data Trans-

fer Speed*5*6

Reading*7 DVD-RAM*8: 3X (4.7 GB*4) DVD-R*9: 8X (Max.) DVD-R DL: 4X (Max.) DVD-RW:

4X (Max.) DVD-ROM: 8X (Max.) CD-ROM: 24X (Max.) CD-R: 24X (Max.) CD-

RW: 24X (Max.) +R: 8X (Max.) +R DL: 4X (Max.) +RW: 4X (Max.)

Writing*10 DVD-RAM*8: 2X/2-3X (4.7 GB*4) DVD-R: 1X/2X/2-4X/2-8X DVD-RW: 1X/2X/2-4X

+R: 2.4X/2.4-4X/2.4-8X +RW*11: 2.4X/2.4-4X CD-R: 4X/8X/8-12X/8-16X CD-

RW: 4X High-Speed CD-RW: 4X/8X/10X

Supported Discs/For-

mat*6

Reading DVD-ROM (Single Layer, Dual Layer) DVD-Video DVD-R*9(1.4 GB, 4.7 GB)*4

DVD-R DL (8.5 GB*4) DVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2 1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*4

DVD-RAM*8 (1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*4 +R (4.7 GB*4) +R DL (8.5 GB*4)

+RW (4.7 GB*4) CD-Audio CD-ROM (XA compatible) CD-R Photo CD (multiple

session compatible) Video CD CD-EXTRA CD-RW CD-TEXT

Writing DVD-RAM*8 (1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*4 DVD-R (1.4 GB, 4.7 GB for Gen-

eral)*4 DVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2 1.4 GB, 2.8 GB, 4.7 GB, 9.4 GB)*4 +R (4.7 GB*4)

+RW*11 (4.7 GB*4)



CD-R



CD-RW

Display Method 12.1 XGA type (TFT) (1024 × 768 dots)

Internal LCD 65,536/16,777,216 colors (1024 × 768 dots)*12

External Display*13 65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots/1280 × 768 dots/

1280 × 1024 dots/1400 × 1050 dots/1440 × 900 dots/1600 × 1200 dots)

Simultaneous Display on LCD + Exter-

nal Display*13 65,536/16,777,216 colors (800 × 600 dots/1024 × 768 dots)*12

Wireless LAN Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN*14 (page 36)

HSDPA — ( Supplementary Instructions for

HSDPA/UMTS)

Bluetooth*15 page 36

LAN*16 IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX, IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T

Modem Data: 56 kbps (V.92) FAX: 14.4 kbps

Sound WAVE and MIDI playback, Intel® High Definition Audio subsystem support, Monaural

Speaker (built in)

Security Chip TPM (TCG V1.2 compliant)*17

Card Slots PC Card Slot × 1, Type I or Type II, Allowable current 3.3 V: 400 mA, 5 V: 400 mA

SD Memory Card Slot*18 × 1

RAM Module Slot × 1, DDR2 SDRAM, 200-pin, 1.8 V, SO-DIMM, PC2-4200 Compliant*19

Interface USB Ports × 3 (USB2.0 × 3)*20 / Modem Port (RJ-11) / LAN Port (RJ-45)*16 /

External Display Port: Mini Dsub 15-pin female / Microphone Jack*21: Miniature jack,

3.5 DIA / Headphone Jack: Miniature jack, 3.5 DIA / Mini Port Replicator connector:

Dedicated 50-pin male

Keyboard/Pointing Device 84 keys/Touch Pad

Power Supply AC adaptor or Battery pack

Specifications

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

*1 1 MB = 1,048,576 bytes / 1 GB = 1,073,741,824 bytes

*2 You can physically expand the memory up to 2 GB, but the

total amount of usable memory available will be less depend-

ing on the actual system configuration.

*3 A segment of the main memory is allotted automatically

depending on the computer’s operating status. The size of

the Video Memory cannot be set by the user.

The size of Video memory is allotted depending on the oper-

ating system.

*4 1 GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Your operating system or some

application software will report as fewer GB.

*5 Data 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.

*6 Performance of CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-R, DVD-R

DL, DVD-RW, +R, +R DL, and +RW cannot be guaranteed

depending on writing status and recording format. Also,

some data cannot be played back depending on the disc,

settings, and environment being used.

Does not support writing to DVD-R DL/+R DL (dual layer

discs) and Ultra-Speed CD-RW.

Model No. CF-W7DWAYZJE CF-W7DWAZFJE

AC Adaptor*22 Input: 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Output: 16 V DC, 3.75 A

Battery Pack Li-ion 10.8 V, 5.8 Ah

Operating Time*23 Approx. 7.5 hours (Economy Mode (ECO)

- Disable)

Approx. 7 hours (Economy Mode (ECO) -

Disable)

Charging Time*24 Approx. 5 hours (Power off)/Approx. 6.5 hours (Power on)

Power Consumption*25 Approx. 30 W*26 / Approx. 60 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state)

Physical Dimensions (W × D × H) 272 mm × 214.3 mm × 24.9 mm (at the

front)/45.3 mm (at the rear) (excluding pro-

trusion)

272 mm × 214.3 mm × 36 mm (at the

front)/49.3 mm (at the rear) (excluding pro-

trusion)

Weight*27 Approx. 1280 gApprox. 1370 g

Environment Operation Temperature 5°C to 35°C

Humidity 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)

Storage Temperature -20°C to 60°C

Humidity 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)

OS*28 Windows Vista® Business with Service Pack 1

Pre-installed Software*28 Microsoft® Internet Explorer 7.0 / DirectX 10 /Microsoft® Windows® Media Player 11 /

Microsoft® Windows® Movie Maker 6.0 / Microsoft® .NET Framework 3.0 / Adobe

Reader / Loupe Utility / Touch Pad Utility / DMI Viewer / PC Information Viewer / PC

Information Popup / WinDVD™ 8 (OEM Version) / B’s Recorder GOLD9 BASIC / B’s

CLiP 7*29 / Hotkey Settings / Optical Disc Drive Letter-Setting Utility / Optical Disc Drive

Power-Saving Utility / Power Saving Utility / Fan Control Utility / LAN Power Saving Util-

ity / Intel® Matrix Storage Manager / Wireless Switch Utility / Wireless Connection Dis-

able Utility*30 / Bluetooth Stack for Windows by TOSHIBA*15 / Economy Mode (ECO)

Setting Utility / Battery Recalibration Utility / Infineon TPM Professional Package V3.0

SP2HF2*30

Setup Utility / Hard Disk Data Erase Utility*31 / PC-Diagnostic Utility*32

Wireless LAN <Only for model with wireless LAN>

Data Transfer Rates IEEE802.11a: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*33

IEEE802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps (automatically switched)*33

IEEE802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps (automatically switched)*33

Standard Supported IEEE802.11a/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g

Transmission Method OFDM system, DS-SS system

Wireless Channels Used IEEE802.11a: Channels 36/40/44/48/52/56/60/64/100/104/108/112/116/120/124/128/132/136/140

IEEE802.11b/ IEEE802.11g: Channels 1 to 13

RF Frequency Band IEEE802.11a: 5.18 - 5.32 GHz, 5.500 - 5.700 GHz

IEEE802.11b/ IEEE802.11g: 2412 - 2472 MHz

Bluetooth™ <Only for model with Bluetooth>

Bluetooth Version 2.0 + EDR

Transmission Method FHSS system

Wireless Channels Used Channels 1 to 79

RF Frequency Band 2.402-2.48 GHz

Getting StartedUseful InformationTroubleshootingAppendix

*7 If an unbalanced disc (e.g., a disc with which the balance

has been displaced from the center) is inserted, the speed

may become slower if there are large vibrations while the

disc is rotating.

*8 Only non-cartridge type or removable cartridge type can be

used.

*9 DVD-R is compatible with 4.7 GB (for General) playback.

DVD-R (for Authoring) playback is compatible with discs

recorded using Disc-at-Once recording.

*10 Depending on the disc, the writing speed may become

slower.

*11 Does not support writing to High Speed +RW.

*12 A 16,777,216 color display is achieved by using the dithering

function.

*13 Display may be impossible using some connected external

displays.

*14 Only for model with wireless LAN.

It does not correspond to IEEE802.11n.

*15 Only for model with Bluetooth.

*16 Some devices cannot be used depending on the port type.

*17 For information on TPM, click (Start) and input

“c:\util\drivers\tpm\README.pdf” in [Start Search], and press

Enter

, and refer to the Installation Manual of “Trusted

Platform Module (TPM)”.

*18 This slot is compatible with High-Speed Mode. Operation has

been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD/SDHC

Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB.

Operation on other SD equipment is not guaranteed.

*19 Only a RAM module designed for DDR2 (PC2-4200) can be

added (Panasonic : CF-BAK0512U, CF-BAK1024U).

172-pin Micro DIMM used in CF-T5/CF-W5 series cannot be

used.

*20 Does not guarantee operation of all USB-compatible periph-

erals.

*21 Use a condenser-stereo microphone.

*22 <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.

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*23 Measured using MobileMark™ 2007 (LCD brightness :

60 cd/m2).

Varies depending on the usage conditions, or when an

optional device is attached.

When Economy Mode (ECO) is enabled, the operating time

becomes approximately 20% shorter than when it is dis-

abled.

When using the optional battery pack (CF-VZSU52W), oper-

ating time will be almost halved.

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

It may take a long time to charge a fully discharged battery.

When using the optional battery pack (CF-VZSU52W) :

Approx. 4 hours (Power off)/Approx. 5 hours (Power on)

*25 Approx. 0.9 W when the battery pack is fully charged (or not

being charged) and the computer is off.

*26 Rated power consumption.

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*27 Average value. May differ depending on models.

*28 Operations of this computer are not guaranteed except for

the pre-installed OS.

*29 B’s CLiP stored in the computer does not support CD-R,

DVD-R and +R.

Must be installed before use.

AClick (Start) and input “c:\util\bha\clip\english”, and

press

Enter

BRight-click [setup] in [english] folder and click [Run as

administrator].

If there are two or more “setup” files, right-click the file

whose [Type] is [Application].

AClick (Start) and input “c:\util\bha\clip\”.

BSelect the desired language, and press

Enter

CRight-click [setup] in the selected folder and click [Run as

administrator].

If there are two or more “setup” files, right-click the file

whose [Type] is [Application].

*30 Must be installed before use.

*31 The Product Recovery DVD-ROM is required.

*32 For startup methods, refer to “Hardware Diagnostics”

(page 32).

*33 These are speeds specified in IEEE802.11a+b+g standards.

Actual speeds may differ.

MEMO

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

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

Printed in UK

Importer’s name & address pursuant to the EU GPSD directive 2001/95/EC/Art.5

Panasonic Computer Products Europe, Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH

Hagenauer Straße 43

65203 Wiesbaden

Germany

Outline of the International ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program

The international ENERGY STAR® Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy

saving through the use of computers and other office equipment. The program backs the development and dissem-

ination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption. It is an open system in which busi-

ness proprietors can participate voluntarily. The targeted products are office equipment such as computers,

displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations.

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