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Panasonic CF-48 Series Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic CF-48 Series Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Contents
Getting Started
Read Me First..................................................
First-time Operation ........................................
•
Read Me First
•
Key Combinations
Operation
Starting Up/Shutting Down ............................
Reference Manual .........................................
• Touch Pad (Advanced)
• Standby/Hibernation
Functions
• Security Measures
• Computing on the Road
• Battery Power
• CD Drive
• PC Cards
• RAM Module
Troubleshooting
List of Error Codes .........................................
Reinstalling Software ....................................
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Technical Information
•
DMI Viewer
Appendix
Hard Disk Data Erase Utility ..........................
Win DVD™ ....................................................
B's Recorder/B's CLiP ...................................
Names and Functions of Parts ......................
Specifications ................................................
LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................
Personal Computer
CF-48
Model No.
Reference Manual
•
LED Indicators
(Basic Operation) ...................................
Reference Manual
• Port Replicator
• Printer
• External Display
• USB Devices
• Modem
• LAN
• Wireless LAN
• Hard Disk Drive
• Setup Utility
(Summary).......................
Reference Manual
•
List of Error Codes
•
Dealing with Problems
(Advanced)
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ® Personal Computer OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CF-48 Series Model No. Contents Getting Started Read Me First..........First-time Operation ........2000 Reference Manual • • Read Me First LED Indicators • Key Combinations Operation Starting Up/Shutting Down ......Touch Pad (Basic Operation) ........Reference Manual .........

  • Page 2: Customer's Record

    * For the Model No., insert the 12 digit number (for example, CF-48E4KFUDM) located on the bottom of the computer. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer. Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer. Illustrations and Terminology in this Manual NOTE: NOTE provides a useful fact or helpful information.

  • Page 3: Read Me First

    3. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which Consult the Panasonic Service Center or an experienced ra- may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on dio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 4 Read Me First 10.According to the FCC’s electrical safety advisory, we recom- mend that you may install an AC surge arrestor in the AC out- let to which this equipment is connected. Telephone compa- nies report that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to AC power sources and that this is a major nationwide prob- lem.
  • Page 5 Lithium Battery CD Drive Caution CAUTION! Lithium Battery! THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. This computer contains a lithium battery to enable the date, time, USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF and other data to be stored. The battery should only be exchanged PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY by authorized service personnel.
  • Page 6 Read Me First Precautions (Battery Pack) Care should be exercised with regard to the following in or- Do not touch the terminals on the battery pack. The battery der to avoid the possibility of overheating, fire or damage. pack may no longer function properly if the contacts are dirty or damaged.
  • Page 7 Saving Data on the Hard Disk Do not expose your computer to shock. Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software appli- cations and data unusable. Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or hard disk drive indicator ( ) is on.
  • Page 8 Read Me First Wireless LAN To prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN If you plan to use wireless LAN functions, we recommend that you do so only after making the appropriate security settings, such as for data encryption. Usage Environment Environment Place the computer on a flat stable surface.

  • Page 9: First-Time Operation

    Confirm the inclusion of all parts Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items are missing or is not working properly, contact Panasonic Technical Support. Battery Pack ..1 AC adaptor ..1 AC Cord ....1...

  • Page 10: Open The Display

    First-time Operation DC-IN Jack Connect your computer to a power outlet The battery pack will be charged automatically. Charging Time: Approx. 3 hours (Varies depending on the usage conditions.) CAUTION Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing Step 7 on page 11. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral device except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer.

  • Page 11: Set Up Windows

    Setup Windows Moving the cursor ( ) or clicking buttons can be performed with the touch pad ( page 17). Windows 2000 CAUTION Do not press any key or touch the touch pad until [Windows 2000 Professional Setup] is displayed. At the [Welcome to the Windows 2000 Setup Wizard], select [Next].
  • Page 12 First-time Operation Windows XP CAUTION Do not press any key or touch the touch pad until [Windows XP Professional Setup] is displayed. At the [Welcome to the Windows XP Setup Wizard], select [Next]. After reading the agreement, select [I accept this agreement] or [I don't accept this agreement], then select [Next].
  • Page 13 Information for Windows XP Depending on the Windows settings, installed applications, and drivers, menus and other displays may differ, or some functions (such as use of the password reset disk) may be inoperable. Check with your system administrator for details. You can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu.

  • Page 14: Starting Up/Shutting Down

    CPU from overheating. Should this happen, allow the computer to cool down then switch the power on again. If the computer still does not power on, contact Panasonic Technical Support. NOTE You may encounter the following situations when the computer is turned on at very low temperatures.
  • Page 15 Log on to Windows Windows 2000 After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator ( ) has turned off, input the user name and password, then select [OK]. Until the correct user name and password are entered, the computer will not operate. Windows XP After confirming that the hard disk drive indicator ( ) has turned off, select the user and input the password, then select...
  • Page 16 Starting Up/Shutting Down Shutting Down (power off your computer) This procedure is for shutting down the computer without using the standby or hibernation function ( “Standby/Hibernation Functions”). Save important data and close each application Windows 2000 Select [Start] - [Shut Down] Windows XP Select [start] - [Turn Off Computer] Windows 2000...

  • Page 17: Touch Pad (Basic Operation)

    Touch Pad (Basic Operation) Use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display and perform normal computer operations. Work Surface Basic Operation Function Operation Moving the Cursor Move the tip of your finger lightly over the surface. Right Button Left Button Tapping/Clicking clicking...

  • Page 18: Reference Manual

    Select [Important Tips] in [Start] - [Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. Windows XP Select [Important Tips] in [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals]. When the Reference Manual or Important Tips is started up for the first time, the License Agreement of the Acrobat Reader may be displayed.

  • Page 19: List Of Error Codes

    If your system displays any of the below error messages other that the ones marked with an asterisk (*), write down the message and contact Panasonic Technical Support. If your system fails after you make changes in the Setup menus, reset the computer, enter Setup and install Setup defaults or correct the error.
  • Page 20 List of Error Codes 02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers. 02F6: Software NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI (Non-Maskable Interrupt). 02F7: Fail - Safe Timer NMI Failed ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takes too long.

  • Page 21: Dealing With Problems (Summary)

    When a problem occurs, refer to this page. The “Reference Manual” also contains detailed information. If a problem appears to be related to a software application, read the software related manual. If you still cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact Panasonic Technical Support.
  • Page 22 Dealing with Problems (Summary) Starting Up (continued) Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( When the previous item is “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup not the cause Utility’s settings to their default values (except the password settings). Try removing all peripheral devices. Check a disk error using the following procedure.

  • Page 23: Fast User Switching Function

    Quickly save your data and power off your computer. Remove the battery pack and discon- nect the AC adaptor, then connect them again. If the problem persists, contact Panasonic Technical Support. The battery pack or recharg- ing function may be defective.

  • Page 24: Shutting Down

    Dealing with Problems (Summary) Shutting down Windows cannot be shut If a USB device is connected, try removing it. down or restarted “This program is not re- This message appears periodically; for example, when using a Wireless LAN. If the mes- sponding”...

  • Page 25: Reinstalling Software

    Reinstalling Software When reinstall procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up any critical data that is on your hard disk before running the reinstall procedure. The reinstall procedure will return the computer to its original condition. •...
  • Page 26 Reinstalling Software 10 At the confirmation message, press Y . <Changing the drive letter> The operation of reinstallation for the hard disk starts au- You can change the drive letter for the CD drive or hard disk tomatically. (The operations take about 15 minutes.) drive by the following steps.

  • Page 27: [Additional Manual] 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 28: Reference Manual Hard Disk Data Erase Utility

    Hard Disk Data Erase Utility This computer is equipped with a utility for completely erasing hard disk data. When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the theft of hard disk data following the steps below.

  • Page 29: Windvd

    ™ WinDVD <Model with a DVD-ROM drive/Model with a DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive> WinDVD™ (hereafter, WinDVD) is a software application for DVD playback. Here, you will find explanations and general information on the installation procedure and how to access the online manual. Installing WinDVD CAUTION Close all other software application before running the Setup program for WinDVD for added safety.
  • Page 30 WinDVD™ About Regions Setting The DVD-Video has a region code that is fixed according to the region where it is sold. In order to play a DVD-Video, the region code of the player software and of the drive must match that of the DVD-Video. <Example>...

  • Page 31: B's Recorder/B's Clip

    B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP <Model with a DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive> “B’s Recorder GOLD5” (hereafter, B’s Recorder) and “B’s CLiP” are CD and DVD recording software applications developed by B.H.A Corporation. Here, explanations are given on general information about B’s Recorder and B’s CLiP, the installation procedure, and how to access the online manual.
  • Page 32 B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP CAUTION You cannot eject the disc by using the eject button on the drive while the indicator ( ) is displayed on the taskbar. To eject the disc in this case, move the cursor to the indicator and right-click it to select [Eject]. Do not eject discs in any other way except the one described above.

  • Page 33: Names And Functions Of Parts

    Names and Functions of Parts The illustrations shown may differ from the actual physical appearances. LED Indicators “LED Indicators”) Caps Lock Numeric key (NumLk) Scroll lock (ScrLk) Function Keys CD drive status* For information on the key combi- Floppy disk drive status nations available.
  • Page 34 Names and Functions of Parts Parallel Port “Printer”) USB Ports “USB Devices”) DC-IN Jack External Display Port External Keyboard/Mouse Port “External Display”) Serial Port Ventilation Hole These holes allow heat to exit. CAUTION “LAN”) Do not block or place the computer in a loca- tion that may prevent proper ventilation.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Specifications This page provides the specifications for the basic model CF-48E4KFUDM/CF-48E4KFUKM. The model number will change depending on the configuration of the unit, such as, CPU speed, memory size, HDD size, Operating System, LCD type, and whether a DVD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive or DVD Multi drive is included or not. To check the model number: Check the bottom of the computer or the box the computer came in at the time of purchase.
  • Page 36 Specifications Other Specifications Pointing Device Touch Pad Speaker Stereo Speaker Utility Programs Setup Utility, DMI Viewer, Adobe ® Acrobat ® Reader, Hard Disk Data Erase Utility* Sound WAVE and MIDI playback Floppy Disk Drive 720 KB/1.44 MB (two-mode) Optical Disc DVD-ROM Drive Supports DVD-ROM...

  • Page 37: Limited Warranty

    God. In addition, Panasonic shall have no obligation for any defects in the disk(s) or other media if you have modified, or attempted to modify any Program.
  • Page 38 Memo...

  • Page 40: Energy Star

    The targeted products are office equipment such as computers, displays, printers, facsimiles, and copiers. Their standards and logos are uniform among participating nations. Panasonic Computer Solution Company Panasonic Canada Inc. 50 Meadowlands Parkway, Panazip 2F-5, 5770 Ambler Drive Mississauga,...