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Panasonic CF-55 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic CF-55 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
C o n t e n t s
Getting Started
Read Me First ..........................................................
First-time Operation ...............................................
CD-ROM Drive ........................................................
O p e r a t i o n
Starting Up/Shutting Down ................................
Conserving Power ...............................................
Security Measures ...............................................
Add-ons/Peripherals ............................................
Troubleshooting
Computer Diagnosis ...........................................
Dealing with Problems ........................................
Technical Information ..........................................
Reinstalling Software ..........................................
A p p e n d i x
Windows 95 Setup Procedure ..........................
Setup Utility ...........................................................
Names and Functions of Parts .....................
Specifications ....................................................
I n d e x .....................................................................
Personal Computer
CF-55
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Series
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9
1 0
1 3
1 4
1 8
2 2
2 3
2 4
2 7
2 8
3 0
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3 4
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3 8
3 9

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-55 Series C o n t e n t s Getting Started Read Me First ............First-time Operation ..........CD-ROM Drive ............O p e r a t i o n Starting Up/Shutting Down ........ Conserving Power ..........
  • Page 2 D a t e P u r c h a s e Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic CF-55 series computer. Please read the Operating Instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer. Illustrations in this Manual provides a useful fact or helpful information.
  • Page 3 IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP from that to which the receiver is connected. SOCKET. Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra- If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as dio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 4 Warning: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. Avertissement concernant la pile au lithium (pile de sauvegarde) I m p o r t a n t Pile au lithium! The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the Le micro-ordinateur renferme une pile au lithium qui permet de following code: sauvegarder certaines données comme la date et l'heure Green-and-yellow:...

  • Page 5: Read Me First

    Read Me First Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Shock may damage your hard disk or make your software applications and data unusable. Therefore, please use care when handling your computer. Do not cut the power to your computer or adjust the angle of the display while the HDD indicator ( ) is on or while software applications are running.

  • Page 6: First-Time Operation

    Panasonic dealer. C A U T I O N Please prepare one 2HD formatted floppy disk to create Firstaid FD of the Panasonic utilities. This Firstaid FD is to be used when reinstallation of the Panasonic utilities becomes necessary.
  • Page 7 Connect and store the cables Bundle the cables with the clamp. You can store the AC adapter in the cover. C l a m p Only the cables for the AC adapter and/or keyboard should pass through this C A U T I O N clamp.
  • Page 8 Internet Explorer]. About the CF-55 series Readme Please read the Readme file, as it contains important information. To access it, please click [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [Read me please]. Eject Button This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines.

  • Page 9: Cd-Rom Drive

    CD-ROM Drive Loading and Removing a CD CD Eject Button Turn your computer on Press the CD eject button The tray is partially extended automatically, slowly extend the remainder by hand. N O T E When you use the CD for the first time, remove the lens protect sheet attached to the lens in the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 10: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up Turn your computer on C A U T I O N Do not press the power switch repeatedly. After you have turned your computer off, you must wait more than ten seconds before you can turn it back on. If [Enter Password:] or is displayed, you must first enter your User Password (...
  • Page 11 Using the Mouse Clicking Double-clicking Dragging W h i l e h o l d i n g d o w n t h e b u t - T w o q u i c k One tap ton, moving on t a p s the surface Shutting Down (power off your computer)

  • Page 12: Shutting Down

    Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down Using the suspend function [Start] - [Suspend] Select [Start] - [Suspend] S u s p e n d M o d e Using the hibernation function Power Switch It is necessary to set the hibernation function using the Setup Utility. Run the Setup Utility page 34) Using...

  • Page 13: Conserving Power

    Conserving Power Things to Remember Leave your computer off when it is not in use page 11) 1) In the power management mode, the setting of [Advanced] is recommended below) With the Setup Utility, you can set the [Advanced] mode. Setting the suspend/hibernation timeout below) The suspend or hibernation function (...

  • Page 14: Security Measures

    Security Measures To prevent illegal data access or theft, or theft of your computer, various security measures are provided below. S i t u a t i o n F u n c t i o n t o u s e R e f e r e n c e User Password below...
  • Page 15 Re-enter your password at the [Enter User Password Again] (This is for confirmation purposes.) Using , select [Set User Password] then press At the confirmation screen, press Press to end the password setting procedure Close the Setup Utility page 34) C A U T I O N To prevent the changing of your password without permission •...
  • Page 16 Security Measures When you want to prevent theft of or damage to data by using a floppy disk You may choose to protect the data on your computer from being accessed illegally or overwrit- ten accidentally by a floppy disk. You can also set your computer to be unbootable from a floppy disk.

  • Page 17: Setting The Supervisor Password

    Setting the Supervisor Password (enabling, changing, disabling) Run the Setup Utility page 34) Using , select [Supervisor Setup] then press Using , select [Supervisor Password] then press To enable or change your supervisor password Enter your password at the [Enter Supervisor Password], then press C A U T I O N Your password will not be displayed on the screen.

  • Page 18: Add-Ons/Peripherals

    Add-ons/Peripherals Devices capable of being used by your computer are listed in the table below. R e f e r e n c e D e v i c e ( s ) W h e r e t o c o n n e c t PC Card Slots below PC cards (Modem, LAN, SCSI etc.)
  • Page 19 Installing/Removing the PC Card Power off your computer page 11) Do not shut down using the suspend or hibernation mode. C A U T I O N Do not install or remove peripherals while your computer is in the suspend or hibernation mode;...
  • Page 20 Add-ons/Peripherals A d d i n g M e m o r y C A U T I O N RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity. There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such modules. In addition, it is easy to damage the RAM modules or internal components of the computer.
  • Page 21 Connect the external display to your computer connector. In this case, consult N O T E your nearest Panasonic dealer. Ext. Display Port For more detailed information, please refer to the operation manual for the external display.

  • Page 22: Storage, Carrying And Maintenance

    Storage, Carrying and Maintenance C o m p u t e r M a i n t e n a n c e Do not use solutions such as benzene or thinner. A soft, dry cloth is recommended. Cleaning the CD drive using a CD lens cleaner is recommended, not a liquid type cleaner. C a r r y i n g Do not leave a floppy disk in the drive while transporting your computer.

  • Page 23: Computer Diagnosis

    Computer Diagnosis List of Error Codes If a problem occurs with your hardware, [POST Start up Error(s)] is displayed along with the error code(s), follow the on-screen instructions. Setup utility ( page 34) is started. Run [Load Default Settings (PnP)]. S e t u p Next the Setup Utility must be run again to input the appropriate operating environ- ment settings.

  • Page 24: Dealing With Problems

    If you cannot find a solution to a problem, please consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. Starting Up If the fan ( page 37) in the back of the computer does not work, it may be a malfunction. Consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. The AC adapter may not be properly connected.
  • Page 25 Your drive or file may not have been properly set. hard disk Check to see if the hard disk is full. Your hard disk content may be corrupted. Consult your nearest Panasonic dealer. Is the computer on? The Tray of the CD drive Extend the tray by using emergency hole.
  • Page 26 Dealing with Problems Connecting Peripherals You need to use drivers conforming to Windows 95 Version 4.00.950B (OSR-2). Some Your peripheral does not earlier drivers will no longer work. work. An error occurs For more information, please ask the source of the driver in question. while installing the driver Check the computer-printer connection.

  • Page 27: Technical Information

    Technical Information N e t w o r k The network connection may be severed when entering the When the power saving function is running, communica- standby and suspend (hibernation) mode. Be sure to disable tions software may malfunction. For example, communi- the hibernation timeout settings with the Setup Utility if you cations may be halted if the suspend mode (hibernation) require a network environment.

  • Page 28: Reinstalling Software

    Reinstalling Software Before Reinstallation Preparing You will need the Firstaid FD (you earlier made copies of), Firstaid CD (included), Windows 95 CD (only use enclosed CD) and a blank floppy disk for the startup disk. N O T E If you have not created these disks, a message will appear at startup urging you to make backup copies. If there is no message, backup copies have already been created.
  • Page 29 At the [Update Device Driver Wizard], select the following. If the message to restart Windows appears, select For PhoenixCard Manager95 disk1: then select at the [S3 Inc. Virge MX (Panasonic xcopy c:\util\drivers\pccard\disk1 a:\ /s Release) Properties]. For PhoenixCard Manager95 disk2: Device Manager 2...

  • Page 30: Limited Use License Agreement

    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.
  • Page 31 Beschränkte Benutzerlizenz-Vereinbarung ® Das (die) mit diesem Panasonic -Produkt (im weiteren als "Produkt" bezeichnet) gelieferte(n) Programm(e) (im weiteren als "Programme" bezeichnet) wird (werden) nur für den Gebrauch durch den Endnutzer (im weiteren als "der Käufer" bezeichnet ) lizenziert und darf (dürfen) ausschließlich gemäß den unten aufgeführten Lizenzbedingungen benutzt werden.
  • Page 32 Contrat de licence d'usage limité ® Le(s) logiciel(s) (les "Logiciels") fournis avec ce produit Panasonic (le "Produit") sont exclusivement concédés en licence à l'utilisateur ultime ("vous"), et ils ne peuvent être utilisés que conformément aux clauses contractuelles ci- dessous. En utilisant les logiciels, vous vous engagez de manière définitive à respecter les termes, clauses et condi- tions des présentes.

  • Page 33: Windows 95 Setup Procedure

    Windows 95 Setup Procedure This procedure explains step 8 on page 8 in more detail. Select settings for your region, then press Select your keyboard layout, then press Enter your name and your company’s name, and then press The License Agreement will be displayed. After reading the agreement, select [I accept the agreement] or [I don't accept the agreement] then press If the former is selected, the [Certificate of Authenticity] will appear.

  • Page 34: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Running the Setup Utility To run the Setup Utility, you Upon seeing press need to restart your computer. this message Press F1 for Setup N O T E Setup Utility does not run if you delay pressing . Restart Windows. If [Enter Password:] is displayed, enter your password.
  • Page 35 S y s t e m S e t u p S p e a k e r [ E n a b l e ] Setting the User Password ( page 14) D i s p l a y [ E x t e r n a l M o n i t o r ] (Unable to select when the User Password Protection has been set.) •...

  • Page 36: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts Front Display (LCD) CD-ROM Drive S p e a k e r s Reset Button When resetting your computer, use a dull pointed object like a ball point pen. Do not use a pencil. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and dam- age the computer's circuit.
  • Page 37 Back F a n PC Card Slots PC Card Cable Guide Slot( page 19) Floppy Disk Drive RAM Module Slot Ventilation Holes C A U T I O N Do not block or place the computer in a location that may prevent proper ventilation.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    Specifications Main Specifications Model No. CF-55M5M8AM ® C P U Pentium Processor with MMX technology 200 MHz Cache Memory 32 KB (256 KB) (second cache memory) EDO Memory 32 MB (96 MB Max. ) (Expandable to) V i d e o M e m o r y 2 MB L C D Ty p e...
  • Page 39 CD-ROM ..............9,22 Network password ............10 CD-ROM drive ............9,22,36 Coffee break password ........... 15 CPU ................36,38 Panasonic setup icon ............8 CPU speed change mode ..........13 Parallel port .............. 21,37 Clicking ................. 11 PC Card ................. 18 Computer Viruses .............
  • Page 40 As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Panasonic has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 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.

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