Panasonic CF-W2 manuale d’uso

OPERA TING INSTR UCTIONS P ersonal Computer Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE A GREEMENT ........ 36 Hard Disk Bac kup Function ........................... 38 Hard Disk Data Er ase Utility .......................... 42 Specifications ................................................ 43 LIMITED W ARRANTY ................................... 45 T roubleshoo[...]

2 Getting Star ted Intr oduction Thank you for purchasing the Panasonic computer . Read the operating instructions thoroughly for proper operation of your new computer . Illustrations and T erminology in this Manua l Copyright This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all rights reserved. No part of this manual may[...]

3 Getting Star ted Read Me Fir st Federal Comm unications Commission Radio Frequenc y Interference Statement Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residen[...]

4 Getting Star ted For Canada Industry Canada (IC) Notice for modem This equipment contains an Industry Canada approved modem unit. The Industry Canada label is affixed on the modem unit. EQUIPMENT A TT A CHMENT LIMIT A TIONS “NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telec[...]

5 Getting Star ted Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Sécurité 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, kitch[...]

6 Getting Star ted Read Me Fir st W arning: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EAR THED. 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 identifying the termin[...]

7 Getting Star ted This product and your Health This product, like other radio devices, emits radio frequency electromagnetic ener gy . The level of ener gy emitted by this produ ct however is far much less than the electromagnetic ener gy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Because this product operates within the guideline[...]

8 Getting Star ted Read Me Fir st Precautions A void Extr eme Heat and Cold Do not store or use the computer in locations exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold. A void moving the computer between locations with large temperature difference. Operation: 5 o C to 35 o C {41 o F to 95 o F} Storage: -20 o C to 60 o C {-4 o F to 140 o F} A vo[...]

9 Getting Star ted Precautions (Batter y P ac k) NO TE The battery pack may become warm during recharg- ing or normal use. This is completely normal. Rechar ging will not commence outside of the allow- able temperature range (0 °C to 55 °C {32 °F to 131 °F}). ( “Battery Power”) Once the allowable range requirement is satisfied, char ging be[...]

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12 Getting Star ted Fir st-time Operation Read the steps below to help you learn what parts are included, and to gain an understanding of some basic computer-related operations. 1 Confirm the inc lusion of all par t s. Make sure the parts shown in the figure have been supplied. If any of these items are missing or is not working properly , contact [...]

13 Getting Star ted Connect y our computer to a power outlet. CA UTION Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until completing the first-time use opera- tion. When using the computer for the first time, do not connect any peripheral de- vice except the battery pack and AC adaptor to the computer . Handling the AC adaptor Do not twist or pull the AC po[...]

14 Getting Star ted CA UTION Remember this password! If the password is for gotten, W indows cannot be operated. When creating a new user account: If you make mail settings, create password reset disks ( page 15), or conduct other related operations before creating the user account, you will be unable to use any previous mail history or settings. W[...]

15 Getting Star ted Depending on the W indows 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. Y ou can select Classic view for the Control Panel or select the Classic Start menu. Y ou c[...]

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17 Operation The power saving function is factory set, so if there is no input from a key , the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) for a certain interval of time, the power to the LCD and hard disk may be turned of f. The LCD will resume operation when the touch pad or an external mouse (when one is connected) is used or a key i[...]

18 Operation Shutting Down (power off y our computer) 1 Save impor tant data and c lose eac h application. 2 Select [star t] - [T urn Off Computer]. 3 Select [T urn Off]. Y our computer will power off automatically . Restarting your computer (without shutting down): Select [Restart]. T o shut down using the keyboard: Press , U , and select [T urn O[...]

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20 Operation Reference Man ual The Reference Manual and the Important T ips can be accessed on your computer . When a printer is connected, these manuals can also be printed. Illustrations may be dif ficult to view depending on the magnification. If the illustra- tion is too small, magnify the display . When the taskbar is hidden at the bottom port[...]

21 Operation Use a RAM module meeting the RAM module specifications below . If a module is used that does not meet the specifications, there are cases in which data may become unusable or the computer may not operate properly . RAM module specifications: ( page 43) 172 pins, Micro DIMM, 2.5 V , DDR SDRAM, PC2100 Contact your technical support of fi[...]

22 Operation 4 Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks (G) lock into place. When pressing down the module, the right and left hooks will open slightly and will return after locking. Removing the RAM module 1 Gently open the left and right hooks (H). The RAM module will be raised at an angle. 2 Gently remove the RAM module from the [...]

23 Operation En vironment Place the computer on a flat stable surface. Do not place the computer upright or allow it to tip over . When the computer receives extremely strong shock after falling, the hard disk may become inoperable. In use: T emperature: 5 °C to 35 °C {41 °F to 95 °F} Humidity : 30% to 80% RH (No condensation) Not in use: T emp[...]

24 Operation When Using P eripheral De vices Pay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer , peripheral de- vices, cables, etc. Also, in addition to following this manual and the Reference Manual, care- fully read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used. Use only peripheral devices that conform t[...]

25 Operation Windows Update W indows Update enables you to update W indows on your computer by applying the latest patches and service packs for Windows. Connect the Internet and perform it from [start] - [All programs] - [W indows Update]. Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a driver update is r equir[...]

26 Operation Useful Inf ormation Wireless LAN T o pr event theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wir eless 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 encryption. For instructions on settings for wi reless LAN and cautions during u[...]

27 Operation D VD-ROM & CD-R/R W Drive Bef ore using the drive When using the drive for the first time, slide the open lever (A) on the left side of the computer to open the disc cover after the computer has been power ed on, and remove the protective sheet (B) fr om the lens area. Do not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/R W drive to excessive smo[...]

28 T r oub leshooting List of Err or Codes When turning on the computer , if one of the following error codes or messages is displayed, follow the instructions shown below . If the problem persists, or if the error code or message displayed is not shown here, contact your technical support office ( page 45). Err or Code/Message 021 1: Keyboard erro[...]

29 T r oub leshooting The power indicator or bat- tery indicator is not lit The computer does not op- erate when a USB device is connected [Enter Password] is dis- played POST Star tup Err or(s) is displayed Windows startup, or an op- eration is extremely slow The date and time are incor- rect When r esuming fr om the standby or hibernation mode, [[...]

30 T r oub leshooting When the previous item is not the cause Press F9 in the Setup Utility ( “Setup Utility”). This will restore the Setup Utility’ s settings to their default values (except the password settings). T ry removing all peripheral devices. Check a disk error using the following procedure. 1 Display [Local Disk (C:) Properties]. [...]

31 T r oub leshooting The external display no longer displays pr operly When you want to display the fonts or icons at a larger size During simultaneous dis- play , the screen of the exter - nal display becomes disor - der ed When a video such as an MPEG file and a DVD video is being played with W inDVD or W indows ® Me- dia Player , the display d[...]

32 T r oub leshooting If the DVD-ROM & CD-R/ R W drive vibrates exces- sively or is noisy Cannot eject disc Cannot play back TV pr o- grams r ecorded on a com- mer cial DVD r ecorder Is the disc bent or labeled? Check to see if the disc is inserted correctly , and check that the disc is in good condition. If the disc is good and inserted correc[...]

33 T r oub leshooting Some applications may not work properly Fast User Switc hing Function When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, the following problems may occur . • Some applications may not work properly . • Key combination with Fn may not work. • It may not be possible to set the settings of the display[...]

34 T r oub leshooting Reinstalling Software Bef ore Reinstallation Preparing Y ou will need the Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included). Important Before the reinstallation procedure, remove all peripherals. Be sure the AC adaptor is connected until the reinstallation procedure is completed. Even if reinstallation is executed, the number of times that [...]

35 T r oub leshooting After the reinstallation procedure completes, this screen should appear . ----------------------------------------------------------------------- [Recovery] is complete. Windows(R) XP Professional install wizard will start after reboot. Please remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and turn off the computer. --------------------[...]

36 Appendix LIMITED USE LICENSE A GREEMENT THE SOFTW ARE PROGRAM(S) ( “ PROGRAMS ” ) FURNISHED WITH THIS P ANASONIC ® PR ODUCT ( “ PR ODUCT ” ) ARE LICENSED ONL Y T O THE END-USER ( “ YO U ” ), AND MA Y BE US ED BY Y OU ONL Y I N A CCORDANCE WITH THE LICENSE TERMS DESCRIBED BELO W . Y OUR USE OF THE PR OGRAMS SHALL BE CONCLUSIVEL Y DEE[...]

37 Appendix A. MEI vous octroie par les présentes le droit et la licence personnels, non cessib les et non e xclusifs d'utiliser les Logiciels conformément aux ter mes, clauses et conditions de ce Contr at. V ous reconnaissez ne recev oir qu'un droit limité d'utiliser les Logiciels et la documentation les accompagnant et v ous vou[...]

38 Appendix Hard Disk Backup Function The hard disk backup function creates a backup area (storage area) on the hard disk. This area is to back up (store) hard disk contents or restore backed up contents to their original locations. By backing up the data on your hard disk to a backup area, you can protect your data from loss or damage resulting fr[...]

39 Appendix 1 Turn the computer on, and press F2 while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed. The Setup Utility will start up. If a password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password. Y ou cannot register [Boot] menu with a User Password. 2 Select [Boot] menu, then select [ CD/DVD D r ive] and press F6 until [CD/DVD Drive] is at the top of [Boot] [...]

40 Appendix <T o create a backup area and divide hard disk into two partitions, for OS and data> Select [2], enter the partition size (GB), and press Enter . • Y ou can cancel this operation by pressing 0 . • The data partition size will be the maximum settable size less the number entered above. The maximum settable size will dif fer dep[...]

41 Appendix T o disable the hard disk backup function Perform the reinstallation procedure. All data in the backup area and the hard disk will be erased. Conduct steps 1 - 7 for [Reinstalling Software] ( page 34). Select [1] or [2] to execute the reinstallation at the screen for executing the reinstallation. • When [1] is selected, the hard disk [...]

42 Appendix Har d Disk Data Erase Utility This computer is equipped with a utility for 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 . The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an overwriting metho[...]

43 Appendix Model No. CPU/Cache Memor y Video Memor y Hard Disk Drive LCD T ype Displayed Color s* 4 External Display DVD-R OM & CD-R/R W Drive Suppor ts D VD CD D VD-ROM read* 8 CD-ROM read* 8 CD-R write* 9 CD-R W write High-Speed CD-R W write Ultra Speed CD-R W write* 10 Slots PC Card Slot Allowable current RAM Module Slot* 11 SD Memory Card [...]

44 Appendix A C Adaptor* 1 Input Output P ower Consumption* 2 En vironment In use T emperature Humidity Not in use T emperature Humidity Physical Dimensions (W × H × D) W eight Operating System Utility Programs 100 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz /60 Hz 16 V DC , 2.5 A Appro x . 35 W * 3 / Appro x. 40 W (maximum when recharging in the ON state) 5 °C to 35 ?[...]

45 Appendix P ANASONIC PERSONAL COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED W ARRANTY P anasonic Computer Solutions Company (ref erred to as “P anasonic”) will repair this product (other than software, which is cover ed b y a separate wa rranty) with ne w or reb uilt par ts, free of charge in the U .S.A. f or three (3) years from the date of original purc[...]

46 Appendix P ANASONIC COMPUTER AND PERIPHERALS LIMITED W ARRANTY C o verage – Panasonic Canada Inc. (“PCI”) wa rr ants to you, the first end user customer, this computer product (e xcluding software media) , when purchased from PCI or from a PCI author ized reseller, to be free from def ects in materials and wo rkmanship under normal use, su[...]

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Outline of the International E NERGY S TA R ® Office Equipment Pr ogram The international E NERGY S TA R ® Office Equipment Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other of fice equipment. The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that e f fectively redu[...]