Panasonic Cf 74ccbaxbm Owners Manual

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First-time Operation
„ Preparation
A Check and identify the supplied accessories.
If you do not find the described accessories, contact Panasonic Technical Support ( Îpage 30).
z You will need the serial number  when you reinstall B’s Recorder/B’s  CLiP using Product Recovery DVD-ROM 
( Î page 25).
B Read the LIMITED USE LICENSE AG REEMENT before breaking the seal on the computer’s packaging
( Î page 26) .
ASlide the right latch (A) to  the unlocked position ( ).
B Insert the battery pack in the correct dire ction until it securely fits the connec-
tor.
C Slide the right latch (A) to the locked position ( ).
„ To remove the battery pack
A Slide the right latch (B) to  the unlocked position ( ).
B Slide and hold the left latch (C) to the unlocked position ( ), and hold the 
center of the battery pack and push out in parallel with the bottom surface of 
the computer. 
CAUTION
zMake sure the latch is se curely locked. Otherwise the  battery pack may fall when 
you carry the computer.
z Do not touch the terminals of the battery pack and the computer. Doing so can 
make the terminals dirty or damaged, an d may cause malfunction of the battery 
pack and the computer.
The battery charging starts automatically.
CAUTION
z Do not disconnect the AC adaptor and do  not switch the wireless switch to on 
until the first-time operation procedure is completed.
z When using the computer for the first ti me, do not connect any peripheral device 
except the battery pack and AC adaptor.
z Handling the AC adaptor
• Do not twist or pull the AC power cord forcefully. Doing so may damage the 
connections.
• Use only the specified AC adaptor with  your computer. Using an AC adaptor 
other than the one supplied might damage the battery and/or the computer.
• When the DC plug is not connected to the computer, disconnect the AC cord  from your AC wall outlet.
• Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder  and lightning. Since this could adversely affect your computer, an 
uninterruptible power source (UPS) is highly recommended unless running 
from the battery pack alone.
• AC Adaptor . . . . 1
Model No: CF-AA1683A
• AC Cord  . . . . . .  1 • Battery Pack  . . .1
Model No: CF-VZSU43
• Modem TelephoneCable . . . . . . . . . 1
• Soft Cloth  . . . . . 1 • Stylus  . . . . . . . .  1 (Î    Reference Manual  “Touchscreen”) • Operating Instructions (This book) . .  1
• Product Recovery DVD-ROM  . . . . . .  1
•Windows
® Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
2C
1B
2
1
3
A11 Insert the battery pack.
22 Connect your computer to a power outlet. 
						

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APull the carrying handle forward.
BLift up the latch (A) and lift open the display.
CPress and hold the power button   for approximately one second until the 
power indicator   lights.
CAUTION
zDo not press the power button repeatedly.
zThe computer will forcibly be turned off if you press and hold the power button for 
four seconds or longer.
zOnce you turn off the computer, wait for ten seconds or more before you turn on 
the computer again.
zDo not perform the following operation until the hard disk drive indicator   turns off.
• Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor
• Pressing the power button
• Touching the keyboard, touch pad, touchscreen (only for model with touch-
screen) or external mouse
• Closing the display
zWhen the CPU temperature is high, the computer may not start up to prevent 
overheating of the CPU. Wait until the computer cools down, and then turn the 
power on again. If the computer does not power on even after cooling down, 
contact Panasonic Technical Support (Îpage 30).
AFollow the on-screen instructions.
CAUTION
zWhen you set date/time/time zone and click [Next], the screen may not go to the 
next step for a few minutes. Do not touch the keyboard or touch pad, and wait 
until the screen changes.
zIf “An unexpected error has occurred…” (or a similar message) is displayed, 
select [OK]. This is not a malfunction.
zWait until the hard disk drive indicator   has turned off.
AClick [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Create a new account].
CAUTION
zRemember your password. If you forget the password, you cannot use the Windows 
operation system. Creating a password reset disk beforehand is recommended.
AClick [start] - [All programs] - [Fujitsu Touch Panel (USB)] - [Touch Screen 
Calibration Utility].
BUsing the stylus, touch each of the 12 “+” target marks one by one until it 
blinks, and then click [Calibration].
CClick [Save & Exit].
NOTE
zRegarding 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.).
zWindows Update
You can update to the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following menus. 
[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 (Îpage 30).
zIf the message “Your computer might be at risk” is displayed
Select   (red icon) on the taskbar and make the appropriate settings. The Windows Security Center regularly 
gives you notice so that you can make the optimum settings. This is not an error message and you can use the com-
puter. However, making appropriate measures is recommended to reduce the risk of virus and other attacks.
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3 Turn on the computer.
4 Setup Windows.
5 Create a new account.
6 Perform the touchscreen calibration. 
						

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On-screen Manual
You can access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips on the computer screen.
When you access the Reference Manual and the Important Tips for the first time, the License Agreement of the Adobe 
Reader may be displayed. Read it carefully and select [Accept] to proceed.
„Reference Manual 
The Reference Manual contains the practical information to help you fully enjoy the computer’s performance.
To access the Reference Manual:
AClick [start] - [Reference Manual].
„Important Tips 
The Important Tips will provide you with the helpful information about the battery and touchscreen. Read to use the bat-
tery pack in the optimum condition to obtain longer operation time.
To access the Important Tips:
ADouble-click   on the desktop.
zAlternatively click [start] - [All Programs] - [Panasonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips]. Contents
zKey Combinations
zTouchscreen
zStandby/Hibernation Functions
zSecurity Measures
zBattery Power
zMultimedia Pocket
zDVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive
zWinDVD
zB’s Recorder/B’s CLiP
zPC Card / ExpressCardzSD Memory Card
zSD Security
zSmart Card
zRAM Module
zMini Port Replicator
zExternal Display
zUSB Devices
zModem
zLANzWireless Switch Utility
zWireless LAN
zBluetooth
zHard Disk Drive
zSetup Utility
zIcon Enlarger
zLoupe Utility
zDMI Viewer
zTechnical Information
zTroubleshooting (Advanced) 
						

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Handling and Maintenance
z Place the computer on a flat stable su rface. Do not place the computer uprigh t or turn it over. If the computer is 
exposed to an extremely strong impact, it may become inoperable.
z 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) Storage: 30% to 90% RH (No condensation)
Even within the above temperature/humidi ty ranges, using for a long time in an extreme environment will result in 
the product deterioration and  will shorten the product life.
z Do not place the computer in the following areas, otherwise the computer may be damaged.
• Near electronic equipment. Image distortion or noise may occur.
• In extremely high or low temperature.
z As the computer can become hot during operation, keep it away from items that are sensitive to heat.
This computer is designed to minimize shock to parts such  as the LCD and the hard disk drive and equipped with a drip-
proof keyboard, but no warranty is provided against any trou ble caused by shock. Be extremely careful when handling 
the computer.
z When carrying the computer:
• Turn off the computer.
• Remove all external devices, cables, cards and other protruding things.
• Remove a disc in the CD/DVD drive.
• Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects.
• Do not leave the display open.
• Do not grip the display part.
z Do not put anything (e.g., a piece of paper) between the display and keyboard.
z When you board an airplane, take the computer with you and never put it in your checked luggage. When using the 
computer on airplane, follow the airline’s instructions.
z When carrying a spare battery, put it in a plastic bag to protect its terminals.
z The touch pad is designed to be used with a finger tip. Do  not place any object on its surface and do not press down 
strongly with sharp-pointed or hard objects that may  leave marks (e.g., nails, pencils and ball point pens).
z Avoid any harmful substances such as oil from getting  into the touch pad. The cursor may not work correctly.

z Use only the included stylus to touch t he touchscreen. Do not place any object on its surface and do not press down 
strongly with sharp-pointed or hard objects that may  leave marks (e.g., nails, pencils and ball point pens).
z Do not use the stylus when dust or dirt (e.g., oil) is on  the screen. Otherwise foreign particles on the screen/stylus 
can scratch the screen surface or  obstruct the stylus operation.
z Use the stylus only for touching the screen. Using it fo r any other purpose may damage the stylus and result in 
scratches on the screen.
„ When using peripheral devices
Follow these instructions and the Reference Manual to avoid an y damage to the devices. Carefully read the instruction 
manuals of the peripheral devices.
z Use the peripheral devices conforming  to the computer’s specifications.
z Connect to the connectors in the correct direction.
z If it is hard to insert, do not try fo rcibly but check the connector’s shape, direction, alignment of pins, etc.
z If screws are included, fasten them securely.
z Remove the cables when you carry the computer. Do not pull the cables forcibly.
„ Preventing your computer from unauthorized use via wireless LAN

z Before using wireless LAN, make the appropriate security settings such as data encryption.
Operation Environment
Handling Cautions 
						

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To clean the LCD panel
Use the soft cloth included with the computer. (For further information, refer to “Suggestions About Cleaning the LCD 
Surface” that comes with the soft cloth.)
To clean areas other than the LCD panel
Wipe with a soft dry cloth such as gauze. When using detergent, dip a soft cloth in water-diluted detergent and wring it 
thoroughly. 
CAUTION
zDo not use benzene, thinner, or rubbing alcohol since it may adversely affect the surface causing discoloration, etc. 
Do not use commercially-available household cleaners and cosmetics, as they may contain components harmful to 
the surface.
zDo not apply water or detergent directly to the computer, since liquid may enter inside of the computer and cause 
malfunction or damage.
Maintenance 
						

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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) the 
hard disk data or to restore the backup data to their original locations.
Using this function, you can protect your data when it is lost or corrupted by operational errors or other factors. You do 
not need other media or peripheral devices to back up or restore hard disk data on this computer.
At purchase, the hard disk backup function is disabled. If you create a backup area, the hard disk backup function will 
be enabled and you can back up your data.
CAUTION
zTo disable the backup function after it is enabled, you have to perform the reinstallation procedure (Îpage 20).
zA backup area cannot be created if the hard disk is already divided into several partitions. Return the computer to 
one partition, and create the backup area.
zIf the partition configuration is changed after the backup area is created (creating partitions, changing size, etc.), the 
backup function will be disabled. You need to return the computer to the original condition and create the backup 
area again.
zDo not use the NTFS file system compression function. It may result in insufficient capacity of the backup area.
zThe hard disk backup function does not accommodate dynamic disks. Do not convert the hard disk to a dynamic 
disk.
NOTE
zThe backup area requires at least half of the entire hard disk capacity. If the capacity is not sufficient, the backup 
area will not be created.
zWhen the backup area is created, the usable hard disk capacity will be less than half of the original capacity.
zThe backup area cannot be accessed from Windows. The backup data cannot be copied to CD-R or other remov-
able disk media.
zWhen the hard disk backup function is executed, data in the backup area will be overwritten and the data previously 
stored will be lost.
Preparation
zPrepare the following items:
• The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included)
• Panasonic CD/DVD drive (included)
zRemove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive).
zConnect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until hard disk backup is complete.
1 Turn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket 
(
Î  Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket”).
2 Turn on the computer, and press 
F2 several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-
played.
The Setup Utility starts up.
zIf the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
3 Select the [Boot] menu and select [IDE MP], and then press F6 until [IDE MP] moves up 
to the top of the boot priority order.
4 Select the [Security] menu and set [CD/DVD Operation] to [Enable].
5 Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.
The hard disk backup function cannot back up or restore data correctly if a hard disk problem occurs during data 
backup or restoring. If an error occurs due to an unexpected malfunction, incorrect operation, or other reason while 
data is being restored, the hard disk data (data before restoration) may be lost.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for any damages suffered by the user (including loss 
of data) as a result of the use of this function.
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6 Press F10.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
The computer restarts.
z If [Enter Password] is displayed during the following  procedures, input the Supervisor Password or the User 
Password.
7 Press 3 to execute [3. [Backup]].
At the confirmation message, press Y.
CAUTION
z When you divide the hard disk into partitions:
Do not execute [1. [Recovery]] to divide the hard disk  into partitions. The hard disk backup function cannot be 
enabled after the hard disk has been partitioned. Use step 8 to divide the hard disk.
8 Select the setting.
z To create a backup area and enable the backup function without dividing the hard disk
Select [1].
z To create a backup area and divide hard disk into two partitions, for OS and data
Select [2]. Enter the size of operating system partition and press 
Enter.
• To cancel: press 
0.
(The size of data partition will be dete rmined by subtracting the operating system pa rtition size from the 
maximum size.)
9 At the confirmation message, press Y.
The backup area is then created.
10 When the message [You must reboot in orde r to enable the Backup function.] appears, 
remove the Product Recovery  DVD-ROM, and press any key to restart the computer.
The computer restarts, then the backup process will begin.
11 When the message [[Backup] is complete] appears, press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the 
computer.
z Do not press Ctrl + Alt + Del before the message is displayed.
z After logging on to Windows, a messa ge will appear indicating that a new device has been installed and that 
the computer must be restarted to enable the settings.
12 Select [Yes] to restart the computer.
NOTE
z The [Boot] menu in the Setup Utility is  now set to start up from the CD/DVD drive. Change it if necessary.
z To perform the backup/restore function next time; “Creating/Restoring the Backup Data” ( Îbelow).
z The backup area cannot be accessed from windows.
CAUTION
zBefore executing the backup func tion, execute a disk error check.
z Do not interrupt the backup or restore function s. Do not turn off the power and do not press Ctrl
 + Alt + Del, otherwise 
Windows cannot start up, or the data may be lost and  the backup and restore functions may not be completed.
1 Turn on the computer, and press F2 several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-
played.
The Setup Utility starts up.
z If the password is requested, enter the S upervisor Password or the User Password.
2 Select the [Exit] menu and select [Hard  Disk Backup / Restore], and then press Enter.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
Creating/Restoring the Backup Data 
						

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Hard Disk Backup Function
3 Select the setting.
z To back up hard disk contents to the backup area
A Press 
1 to execute [1. [Backup]].
• If the hard disk is divided into two partitions , select the backup method at the next screen.
B At the confirmation message, press 
Y.
• The backup process starts.
z To restore backed up contents to the hard disk
A Press 
2 to execute [2. [Restore]].
• When data is backed up in two partitions, se lect the restore method at the next screen.
B At the confirmation message, press 
Y.
• The restore process starts.
NOTE
z The required time to complete the backup or restore process depends on the data volume.
4 When the message [[Backup] is complete] or  [[Restore] is complete] is displayed, press 
Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart the computer.
zIf the backup or restore process was interrupt ed before completion, execute the process again.
z After logging on to Windows, a messa ge will appear indicating that a new device has been installed and that 
the computer must be restarted to enable the  settings. Select [Yes] to restart the computer.
CAUTION
zWhen the hard disk backup function has been enabled, you c annot erase the backup data even when you erase all 
data from user accessible area  by using a commercial data erasing utility or similar software. To erase all data on the 
hard disk including backed up data, use the hard disk data erase utility included in this computer ( Îpage 19). Erase 
the data using the hard disk data eras e utility before disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer.
z During backup, the message [#1805 can not write image file] may appear, and the backup function may be inter-
rupted. In this case, execute the backup function again. If  the backup function is completed normally, the hard disk 
has no problem.
„ To disable the hard disk backup function
Perform the reinstallation procedure.
CAUTION
z All data in the backup area  and hard disk will be erased.
APerform steps 1-9 for “Reinstalling Software” ( Îpage 20).
B Select [1] or [2] to  execute the reinstallation at the screen for executing the reinstallation.
• [1]: The hard disk backup function is disabled.
• [2]: The hard disk backup function is disabled. Howeve r the hard disk backup function cannot be reenabled 
because the hard disk has been divided into partitions.
• [3]: The hard disk backup function is not disabled. 
						

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Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
When disposing the computer or transferring the ownership,  erase all hard disk data in order to avoid data leakage. 
Even if you erase the data or initialize the hard disk usin g normal Windows commands, the data can be read with some 
special software. Use the hard disk data er ase utility to erase the data completely.
Note that transferring of the  ownership without uninstalling the commercial software will be  a violation of the software’s 
license agreement.
CAUTION
z The backup area an d the backup data will be erased.
NOTE
zEven if hard disk data erase is performed, the number of  times of DVD’s region code setting will not be reset.
Preparation
zPrepare the following items:
• The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included)
• Panasonic CD/DVD drive (included)
z Remove all peripherals (exc ept for the CD/DVD drive).
z Connect the AC adaptor and do not remove it  until hard disk data erase is complete.
1 Turn off the computer and insert the CD/ DVD drive into the multimedia pocket 
(
Î   Reference Manual  “Multimedia Pocket”).
2 Turn on the computer, and press 
F2 several times while [Pan asonic] boot screen is dis-
played. 
The Setup Utility starts up.
z If the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
3 Select the [Boot] menu, then  select [IDE MP] and press F6 until [IDE MP] is at the top of 
the boot priority order.
4 Select the [Security] menu and set  [CD/DVD Operation] to [Enable].
5 Set the Product Reco very DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.
6 Press 
F10.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
The computer restarts.
z When the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the  confirmation message appears to inform that the 
backup function will be disabl ed, and the backup area and data will be erased. Press 
Y to proceed.
7 Press 2 to execute [2. [Erase HDD]].
zTo cancel this operation, press 0.
z When the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the  confirmation message appears to inform that the 
backup function will be disabl ed, and the backup area and data will be erased. Press 
Y to proceed. If the 
reboot message appears, press 
R to proceed.
8 At the confirmation message, press Y.
9 When [>] is displayed, press 
Enter.
The approximate time required for erasing data will be displayed.
10 Press Space.
At the confirmation message, press Enter. 
The hard disk erase process starts. When the operati on is completed, the [Hard disk data has been deleted.] 
message will appear. If a problem has  occurred during the operation, an error message will appear.
z To cancel partway, press 
Ctrl + C. The data erasure will be up to that point.
11 Remove the Product Recovery  DVD-ROM, and then press any key to turn off the com-
puter.
The hard disk data erase utility erases th e data using overwriting method. If a malfunction or other operational error 
occurs during the erasing process, the data may not be completely erased. Also there may be special devices to read 
the erased data. To erase highly confidential data, ask a s pecialized company. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. 
will bear no responsibility  for losses or damages suffered as a  result of the use of this utility. 
						

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Reinstalling Software
Preparation
zPrepare the following items:
• The Product Recovery DVD-ROM (included)
• Panasonic CD/DVD drive (included)
zRemove all peripherals (except for the CD/DVD drive).
zConnect the AC adaptor and do not remove it until reinstallation is complete.
NOTE
zEven if reinstallation is performed, the number of times of DVD’s region code setting will not be reset.
1 Turn off the computer and insert the CD/DVD drive into the multimedia pocket 
(
Î  Reference Manual “Multimedia Pocket”).
2 Turn on the computer, and press 
F2 several times while [Panasonic] boot screen is dis-
played.
The Setup Utility starts up.
zIf the password is requested, enter the Supervisor Password.
3 Write down all of the contents of the Setup Utility and press F9.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
4 Select the [Boot] menu, then select [IDE MP] and press F6 until [IDE MP] is at the top of 
the boot priority order.
5 Select the [Security] menu and set [CD/DVD Operation] to [Enable].
6 Set the Product Recovery DVD-ROM into the CD/DVD drive.
7 Press 
F10.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press Enter.
The computer will restart.
zWhen the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the confirmation message appears to inform that the 
backup function will be disabled, and the backup area and data will be erased. Press 
Y to proceed.
8 Press 1 to execute [1. [Recovery]].
The License Agreement screen appears.
zTo cancel partway, press 
0.
9 Press 1 to select [1. Yes, I agree to the provisions above and wish to continue!].
10 Select the settings.
z[2]:  Enter the size of operating system partition and press Enter.
You cannot create the hard disk backup area if you select [2].
(The size of data partition will be determined by subtracting the operating system partition size from the 
maximum size.)
[3]: Windows will be installed in the first partition. 
(The size of the first partition must be 20 GB or more. If smaller, installation will not be possible.)
zWhen the hard disk backup function has been enabled, the confirmation message appears to inform that the 
backup function will be disabled, and the backup area and data will be erased. Press 
Y to proceed. If the 
reboot message appears, press 
R to proceed.
At the confirmation message, press 
Y.
Reinstallation starts automatically. (It will take approximately 20 minutes.)
zDo not interrupt reinstallation, for example by turning off the computer or pressing 
Ctrl + Alt + Del. Other-
wise reinstallation may become unavailable as Windows may not start up or the data may be corrupted.
11 Remove the Product Recovery DVD-ROM, and then press any key to turn off the com-
puter.
When you reinstall the software, the hard disk data will be erased. Back up important data to other media or an exter-
nal hard disk before reinstallation.
Reinstalling software will return the computer to the default condition. The hard disk backup area and the backup data 
(Îpage 16) will be erased. (If you reinstall Windows in the first partition, the backup area and data will not be 
erased.) Even if the data is stored in partitions on the hard disk, it may be erased or corrupted.