Panasonic CF-W5 series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

Getting Started

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Useful Information

Appendix
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Expanding Memory Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...23 Reinstalling Software Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message ...29 Hardware Diagnostics Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ...33 Specifications Personal Computer CF-W5 series Model No..16 ...20 ...22 ...25 ...31...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Vista -- like the new Windows Check www.windowsvista.com/getready for details. * If a hardware driver is required, it will be provided by Panasonic after the release of Windows Vista. Dual Display Clone): The same screen is displayed on the internal LCD and the external display.
  • Page 3: Read Me First

    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ- ent from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experi- enced radio/TV technician for help. Warning To assure continued compliance, use only shielded inter- face cables when connecting to a computer or peripheral.
  • Page 4 Read Me First 8. This equipment may not be used on coin service pro- vided by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. 9. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each trans-...
  • Page 5 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: Panasonic Services Europe A Division of Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Panasonic Testing Centre Network connection. The terminal equipment is intended for connection to the following public network;...
  • Page 6 Read Me First Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité When using your telephone equipment, basic safety pre- cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the fol- lowing: 1.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 Read Me First 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 imme- diately. Do Not Place the Computer on Unstable Surfaces If balance is lost, the computer may fall over or drop, resulting in an injury.
  • Page 9 Do Not Use This Computer with a Battery Pack Other Than the One Specified Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU47) with your CF-W5. Use of battery packs other than those manu- factured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).
  • Page 10: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts A :Function Key Reference Manual “Key Combinations” B :Keyboard C :LED Indicator : 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”...
  • Page 11 EXT. 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”...
  • Page 12: First-Time Operation

    First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact your technical support office. • AC Adaptor ..1 • AC Cord ..1 Model No: CF-AA1623A •...
  • Page 13: Turn On The Computer

    CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION NOTE Regarding Windows XP 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 XP default setting (not Classic view or Classic Start menu etc.). Windows Update You can update to the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus.
  • Page 14 First-time Operation PC Information Viewer This computer periodically records the management information such as number of hours powered-on, number of times powered-on, internal temperature, replacement sector. The maximum data volume for each record is 750 byte. These information are 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 other than its purpose.
  • Page 15: On-Screen Manual

    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]. SD Security Mini Port Replicator External Display USB Devices...
  • Page 16: Handling And Maintenance

    Handling and Maintenance Operation Environment 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 {41 °F to 95 °F} Storage: -20°C to 60 °C {- 4 °F to 140 °F} Humidity: Operation: 30% to 80% RH (No condensation)
  • Page 17 Do not apply water or detergent directly to the computer, since liquid may enter inside of the computer and cause malfunction or damage. ® software for installation and available service regions. Note that this while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- Enter Enter Enter...
  • Page 18: Expanding Memory

    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, 172 pins, Micro 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.
  • Page 19 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.
  • Page 20: Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro)

    Hard Disk Backup Function (Recover Pro) The Recover Pro creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk to back up (store) the hard disk data, and restores the backup data to its original location when it is lost or corrupted by operational errors or other factors. You do not need external media or peripheral devices to back up or restore hard disk data on this computer.
  • Page 21 [Run]. The computer restarts, and “Phoenix Always” screen appears. Alternatively turn on or restart the computer, and hold down F4 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed until “Phoenix Always” screen appears. Click [Protect / Recover], and click [Phoenix Recover Pro 6].
  • Page 22: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    A Press F10. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The computer will restart. B Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. C Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM. Press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
  • Page 23: Reinstalling Software

    A Press F10. At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter . The computer will restart. B Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. C Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM. Press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
  • Page 24 At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The Setup Utility will close, and the computer will restart. Perform the first-time operation ( Start the Setup Utility and change the settings as necessary. Perform Windows Update. while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. page 13).
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Starting Up and Standby and Hibernation Mode 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.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message Starting Up and Standby and Hibernation Mode [Executing Battery Recali- bration] screen appears. The computer will not auto- matically enter standby/ hibernation. When logging on (e.g., resuming the computer), audio is distorted. Cannot resume. Other startup problems. Shutting Down Windows does not shut down.
  • Page 27 Battery The battery indicator is 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 lights red 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.
  • Page 28 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. To start the Setup Utility A Restart the computer. B Press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. Input the following serial number B’s Recorder: B’s CLiP:...
  • Page 29: Hardware Diagnostics

    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 that can be checked using the PC-Diagnostic Utility Hardware below can be checked using this utility.
  • Page 30 At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. The computer will restart. Press while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. Ctrl When the PC-Diagnostic Utility starts up, it will automatically begin the diagnostic check for all hardware components. The touch pad and the internal keyboard cannot be used until alternating blue and yellow colors are displayed...
  • Page 31: Limited Use License Agreement

    LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM(S) (“PROGRAMS”) FURNISHED WITH THIS PANASONIC 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.
  • Page 32 Contrat de licence d’usage limité Le(s) logiciel(s) (les “Logiciels”) fournis avec ce produit Panasonic licence à l’utilisateur ultime (“vous”), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles cidessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et conditions des présentes.
  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications 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, [Primary Master]: Hard disk drive size Main Specifications Model No.
  • Page 34 “c:\util\drivers\tpm\README.pdf”, and refer to the Installation Manual of “Trusted Platform Module (TPM)”. Operation has been tested and confirmed using Panasonic SD Memory Cards with a capacity of up to 2 GB. The transfer rate using the SD Memory Card slot on this computer is 8 MB per second.
  • Page 35 Only a RAM module designed for DDR2 (PC2-4200) can be added (Panasonic : CF-BAW0512U, CF-BAW1024U). JEDEC standard 214 pin Micro DIMM cannot be used. PC2100 / PC2700 172 pin Micro DIMM cannot be used. If a PC2-3200 RAM module is installed, the main memory processing speed may become slower.
  • Page 36 The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Web Site : http://panasonic.net © 2006 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Printed in Japan ®...

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