Panasonic CF-51 Series Operating Instructions Manual
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Contents
Getting Started
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Useful Information
Troubleshooting
Appendix
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Personal Computer
CF-51
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Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ...18 Reinstalling Software Troubleshooting ...20 Error Code/Message Troubleshooting (Basic) Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT Contrat de licence d’usage limité ...26 Specifications ...29 LIMITED WARRANTY Personal Computer CF-51 series Model No..15 ...17 ...21 ...24 ...25... -
Page 2: Introduction
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 Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION Useful and helpful information. NOTE Enter : Press [Enter] key. -
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 transmitted page or on the first page of the transmis- sion, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entry, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual.
- Page 5 R&TTE, please contact 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 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 7 Use Only the Specified AC Adaptor With Your Com- puter Using an AC adaptor other than the one supplied (attached to your computer or supplied by Panasonic) may resulting 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.
- Page 8 Do Not Use This Computer with a Battery Pack Other Than the One Specified Use only the specified battery pack (CF-VZSU29A) with your CF-51. Use of battery packs other than those manu- factured and supplied by Panasonic may present a safety hazard (generation of heat, ignition or rupture).
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Page 9: Description Of Parts
Description of Parts A : Speaker Reference Manual “Key Combinations” B : Ventilation hole C : DC-IN jack D : USB port Reference Manual “USB Devices” E : IEEE 1394 interface connector Reference Manual “IEEE 1394 Devices” F : PC Card slot Reference Manual “PC Cards”... - Page 10 Description of Parts A : Serial port B : Modem port Reference Manual “Modem” C : Ventilation hole D : USB port Reference Manual “USB Devices” E : External display port Reference Manual “External Display” F : External keyboard/Mouse port G : LAN port Reference Manual “LAN”...
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Page 11: First-Time Operation
First-time Operation Preparation A Check and identify the supplied accessories. If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( • AC Adaptor ..1 Model No: CF-AA1683A (Models for U.S.A) CF-AA1653A (Models for Canada) •... -
Page 12: Turn On The Computer
Click [start] - [All Programs] - [Windows Update]. Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is required, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( If the message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed Select on the taskbar and make the appropriate settings. - Page 13 To conserve power, the following power saving methods are set at the time of purchase. • The screen automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity. • The computer goes automatically into standby mode after 20 minutes of inactivity. Refer to Reference Manual “Standby or Hibernation Functions”...
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Page 14: On-Screen Manual
The Important Tips will provide you with the battery information so that you can use the battery pack in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time. To access the Important Tips: A Double-click on the desktop. Alternatively click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips]. SD Security Smart Card RAM Module Port Replicator... -
Page 15: Handling And Maintenance
Handling and Maintenance Operation Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or turn it over. 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:... - Page 16 Handling and Maintenance Maintenance To clean the LCD panel Do not use water to clean the panel. Ingredients included in water may leave scratches and reduce readability of the screen. To remove dust or dirt, do not use a cloth to rub it off since it may leave scratch on the screen. Use a fine brush to sweep dust or dirt, then wipe with a dry soft glass-cleaning cloth.
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Page 17: Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
To cancel partway, press Ctrl + C. The data erasure will be up to that point. Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key to turn off the com- puter. several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- until [IDE MP] is at the top of Enter... -
Page 18: Reinstalling Software
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and then press Enter. The Setup Utility settings excluding the password(s) will return to the default values. several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis- until [IDE MP] is at the top of several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-... - Page 19 Select the [Exit] menu and then select [Save Current Values], then press At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter. Turn the computer off by using the power button. If additional instructions are included with the computer, be sure to read them. It may be necessary to perform additional operations during the following procedure.
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Page 20: Error Code/Message
RAM module conforms to the specifications, and reinsert it. To start the Setup Utility A Restart the computer. B Press F2 several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed soon after the computer begins the startup procedure. page 29). -
Page 21: Troubleshooting (Basic)
(The power indicator blinks quickly in green.) You have forgotten the Supervisor Password or User Password: Contact Panasonic Technical Support password. Administrator password: • If you have a password reset disk, you can reset the administrator password. Set •... - Page 22 B Click [Tools] - [Check Now]. C Select the option in [Check disk options] and click [Start]. Start the computer in Safe Mode and check the error details. When the [Panasonic] at startup, press and hold F8 until the Windows Advanced boot screen disappears Options Menu is displayed.
- Page 23 Display The external display does If the external display does not support the power saving function, it may not work not work normally. normally when the computer enters the power saving mode. Turn off the external display. Shutting down Windows does not shut Remove the USB device.
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Page 24: 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 25: Contrat De Licence D'usage Limité
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 26: Specifications
Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-51PF66EBM. The model number is different according to the unit configuration. To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase. To check CPU speed, memory size and the hard disk drive (HDD) size: Run the Setup Utility ( [CPU Speed]: CPU speed, [System Memory]: Memory size, [Primary Master]: Hard disk drive size... - Page 27 This slot does not support the MultiMedia card. Operation has been confirmed for Panasonic SD Memory Cards with up to 2 GB capacity. Theoretical value and not the actual speed. The transfer rate does not become higher even if you use a card that supports the higher transfer rate.
- Page 28 Specifications CD/DVD Drive CD/DVD Drive DVD MULTI Drive Data DVD-ROM: 8X (Max.), CD-ROM: 24X (Max.) Reading Transfer CD-R: 8X/8-12X/8-16X/8-24X Writing Rate CD-RW: 4X High-Speed CD-RW: 4X/8X/10X Ultra-Speed CD-RW: 8X/10X DVD-R: 1X/2X/2-4X/2-6X/2-8X DVD-RW: 1X/2X/2-4X DVD-RAM: 2X/3X/3-5X +R: 2.4X/2.4-4X/2.4-6X/2.4-8X +R DL: 2.4X +RW: 2.4X/2.4-4X Supported Reading...
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Page 29: Limited Warranty
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occur during normal use. It does not cover dam- age which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic, or failures which result from alter-... - Page 30 No Coverage – This limited warranty does not apply if the disk(s) or other media has been used in other than a Panasonic product, or in environmental conditions other than those specified by PCI or the manufacturer, or if subjected to misuse, neglect, mishandling, modification or attempted modification of the program, or if damaged by accident or act of God.
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- Page 32 Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. For information about ENERGY STAR Web Site: http://www.energystar.gov Panasonic Computer Solutions Company 50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 © 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.