Panasonic Toughbook CF-W2DWB02KM, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...Fn key 27 Expanding Memory 28 Setup Utility 30 Usage Handling Maintenance 37 Wireless LAN 39 Windows Antivirus Measures 40 Use of Peripheral Devices Internal Hard Disk 42 Using CD DVD 43 List of Error Codes 44 How to Resolve the Problem 45 Dealing with Problems Summary 46 Information for Installed Applications 53 Reinstalling Software 54 LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT 59 Hard Disk Data Erase Utilit...

Page 2: ...ushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd assumes no liabil ity for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manuals Trademarks Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and or other countries Intel Pentium and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel...

Page 3: ...ce that may cause undesired opera tion Responsible Party Matsushita Electric Corporation of America One Panasonic Way Secaucus NJ 07094 Tel No 1 800 LAPTOP 5 1 800 527 8675 FCC Regulation Notice for modem This equipment contains a FCC approved modem Manufacturer of modem PC TEL Inc Model No PCT2304WT 1 This equipment complies with CFR47 Part 68 rules On the computer is a label that contains among ...

Page 4: ...tion that the electrical ground connections of the power utility tele phone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to make such connections them selves but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority or electrician as appropriate NOTICE The Ringer ...

Page 5: ...senter un risque de choc électrique causé par la foudre 3 Ne pas utiliser l appareil téléphonique pour signaler une fuite de gaz s il est situé près de la fuite 4 Utiliser seulement le cordon d alimentation et le type de piles indiqués dans ce manual Ne pas jeter les piles dans le feu elles peuvent exploser Se conformer aux règlements pertinents quant à l élimination des piles CONSERVER CES INSTRU...

Page 6: ...LY THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician Warning THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Important The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and yellow Earth Blue Neutral B...

Page 7: ...on interference caused by unauthorized modification of this product The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification will be the responsibility of the user We and its authorized resellers or distributors are not liable for damage or violation of government regulations that may arise from failing to comply with these guidelines Information to the User Lithium Battery This com...

Page 8: ...it Even low heat if warmer than body temperature can cause a burn if the skin is exposed to the heat source for a long enough period of time Do not touch the computer and cable when it starts thundering Keep SD memory cards and MultiMedia Cards both sold separately away from infants and small children Accidental swallowing will result in bodily injury In the event of accidental swallowing see a do...

Page 9: ...ock may result z Do not use a damaged plug or loose electrical socket Do not place metal objects or contain ers of liquid on top of the computer z If water or other liquid spills or if paper clips coins or other metal objects get inside the computer fire or electrical shock may result Do not place the computer on unstable surfaces If balance is lost the computer may fall over or drop resulting in ...

Page 10: ...off 1 in hospitals and other loca tions with electrical medical devices do not bring into operating rooms intensive care units CCUs 2 etc Radio waves from this computer may affect electrical medical devices resulting in damage due to malfunctions Turn off in crowded areas as persons wearing heart pacemakers may be nearby Pacemaker operations may be affected by radio waves 1 If it is necessary to u...

Page 11: ...th or more charge or discharge use the battery pack until the remaining battery level becomes 30 to 40 and store it in a cool dry place z This computer prevents overcharging of the battery by recharging only when the remaining power is less than approx 95 of capacity z The battery pack is not charged when the computer is first purchased Be sure to charge it before using it for the first time When ...

Page 12: ...e described as follows WinDVD 5 OEM Version as WinDVD B s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC as B s Recorder B s CLiP 5 as B s CLiP z Circular media such as DVD ROM and CD ROM is described as a disk z Optional Products or Accessories Confirm the latest information on optional products or accessories from other sources Usage Precautions z When using the drive for the first time slide the open lever A on the left...

Page 13: ...so be accessed from start All Programs Panasonic On Line Manuals Important Tips How to access Windows Help 1 Click start Help and Support Manual Types and Contents Using the hard copy Operating Instructions This manual This manual explains startup methods and basic operations required when using the computer for the first time Using the onscreen manual Reference Manual PDF format The Reference Man...

Page 14: ... in onscreen Reference Manual Enjoy wireless broadband wireless LAN functions conforms to IEEE802 11b g Before using a wireless LAN check the wireless LAN on Î page 39 Various methods for connecting to the Internet z Use a telephone line LAN or wireless LAN Î Chapter 5 Wireless LAN in onscreen Reference Manual Protect your computer from viruses z Use Internet Connection Firewall and other function...

Page 15: ...rt operations E LEDs Î page 17 F Power Switch Slide the switch for about one second to turn the power on Î page 19 G Speaker z To adjust the volume Fn F5 Fn F6 z Speaker on off Fn F4 H Display Internal LCD I Security Lock A Kensington cable can be connected For more information read the manual that comes with cable J Modem Port Connect modem telephone cable Î Chapter 2 Standby Hibernation Function...

Page 16: ... to connect headphones or amplifier equipped speakers Audio output from the internal speaker is disabled when headphones or external speakers are con nected G Open Lever Slide the lever to open the disk cover This works only when the power is on When using the drive for the first time slide the open lever to open the disk cover after the computer has been powered on and if the protective sheet is ...

Page 17: ...Ten key mode z This indicator lights green when the NumLk key is pressed Part of the keyboard see figure below will function as a ten key numeric input When the green light is on if the Fn key is pressed along with keys on certain other segments of the keyboard then those keys will operate as numeric keys The Enter key functions differently depending on the application To disable press the NumLk k...

Page 18: ...ttery pack is facing the correct direction slide it in the direction of the arrow C Slide the left side latch to the lock position and then check to ensure that the battery pack is held firmly Right side latch is locked automatically CAUTION z Confirm that the latch is properly locked If it is not the battery pack may come off while you are carrying the computer z Do not touch the terminals on the...

Page 19: ... as being dropped may result in electrocution short circuit or fire z 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 z Problems such as sudden voltage drops may arise during periods of thunder and lightning Since this could adversely affect your computer an uninterrupt ible power source UPS is highly...

Page 20: ...r your computer name and administrator password and then click Next z Computer name is for recognizing this computer when multiple com puters are connected via the network z Remember this password This password may be needed to manage the computer F Enter the correct date time and the time zone then select Next z Click or to set z If set properly click Next z After being set automatically the comp...

Page 21: ... Create a password and the password following the onscreen instructions and click Create Password Remember the password you have set It is useful to input a hint in password hint in case you forget your password In addition we rec ommend that you create a password reset disk beforehand Î page 23 Refer to When administrator password is forgotten Î page 23 in Dealing with Problems Summary E Click st...

Page 22: ...estart the computer z To have DVD video and MPEG files played back automatically on WinDVD Î Chapter 3 Watching DVD Video in onscreen Reference Manual remove the check mark from DVD Video and Movie file mpeg on screen A or B on the left A When starting up Windows Media Player for the first time one of the set ting screens will be displayed After removing the check mark select Finish B After starti...

Page 23: ...ication will run and the window will open z start menu When you click start the menu will be displayed Select the software application etc that you want to use from the menu and click it z Notification area see the bottom right on the screen Each of the icons has a separate role for example to set functions or confirm sta tus z When disconnecting the AC adaptor the icon will be displayed Use it fo...

Page 24: ...l not operate Confirm that character input is not set to Caps Lock or NumLK Î page 17 z This operation may differ according to Use the Welcome screen setting z When only one user has been created and no password has been set the screen for selecting the user will not be displayed automatic log on 4 Select your application Run various software applications etc and operate them NOTE z The power savi...

Page 25: ...ange the Way Users log on or off 3 Click Turn Off Your computer will power off automatically z Restarting your computer without shutting down click Restart To shut down using the keyboard A Press the key the U key and select Turn Off with Î Í Ï Ð B Press the Enter key CAUTION z Do not do the following during the shutdown restart procedure Connecting or disconnecting the AC adaptor Touching the pow...

Page 26: ...ng the touch pad keep the following in mind By design the touch pad is to be used with a finger tip only Do not place any object or press down forcefully with sharp pointed objects i e finger nails pencils or pens on the work surface Try to avoid having any harmful substances such as oil come in contact with the touch pad The cursor may not work properly in such cases Function Operation Moving the...

Page 27: ...not possible to replace the markings on the keys or the keys themselves Key Functions Pop up Window Displayed after logging on to Windows Fn F1 Fn F2 LCD brightness control Fn F1 down Fn F2 up Fn F3 Display change When the external display is connected Fn F4 Speaker on off switch OFF MUTE ON Fn F5 Fn F6 Volume control Fn F5 down Fn F6 up Fn F7 Forcing the standby function Fn F9 Remaining capacity ...

Page 28: ...tallation method CAUTION z RAM modules are extremely sensitive to static electricity There are cases where static electricity generated by the human body has adversely affected such RAM modules When inserting or removing a RAM module do not touch the terminals or internal components insert objects other than the module or allow foreign particles to enter Doing so has been known to cause damage fir...

Page 29: ... to ensure that the module is positioned correctly z The slot may be damaged if the following procedure is performed with out inserting the module firmly D Press the RAM module down until the right and left hooks H lock into place z When pressing down the module the right and left hooks will open slightly and will return after locking z If the RAM module is difficult to press down do not force it ...

Page 30: ...played Password on boot SD Startup SD Setting Method Setup Utility Prompt Boot First Menu and User Password Protection will be displayed but cannot be set The User Password can be changed only when User Password Pro tection has been set to No Protection The User Password cannot be deleted z On the Exit menu Get Default Values option will not be displayed z The F9 key does not work NOTE z When Pass...

Page 31: ...y when changing setting values z Enter To display sub menu of each item Use this key after selecting the item by using the Ï key or the Ð key z F9 To set default settings except the password System Time and System Date z F10 To save the settings and exit Parameters An underline indicates the factory default settings Information Menu Language English Model No CF xxxxxxxxx Serial No xxxxxxxxxx CPU T...

Page 32: ...yboard z Do not attempt to replace the markings on the keys or the keys themselves Normal Replace Display z The display destination in cases where Windows is not run ning is set here z If an external display is not connected all information will appear on the internal LCD even if External Monitor or Simultaneous is selected After Windows starts up the screen is displayed on the dis play destinatio...

Page 33: ...is does not work for the external LAN card Disable Enable Boot up from LAN z Select whether to use the function starting the computer from a LAN server Enable or not Disable z This can be set only when LAN is set to Enable This function works only for the internal LAN This does not work for an internal wireless LAN and external wireless LAN card Disable Enable Wireless LAN z Select whether to use ...

Page 34: ...visor Password Enter Setup Utility Prompt Enable Boot First Menu Enable Hard Disk Lock Disable User Password Protection No Protection XSet User Password Enter Password on boot z Select whether you will need to input Enable or not Dis able the Supervisor Password or the User Password on booting Disable Enable SD Startup 2 z Select whether to use an SD memory card instead of enter ing the password o...

Page 35: ...ged the selection screen display Setup Utility Prompt z Select whether to display Enable or not to display Dis able the message Press F2 for Setup F12 for LAN shown on the bottom of the Panasonic boot screen that is dis played after starting this computer Disable Enable Boot First Menu z Select whether to display Boot Menu Enable or not Disable Disable Enable Hard Disk Lock z Select whether enable...

Page 36: ...lues Battery Recalibration Save Values Exit Exit the Setup Utility and save your changes to CMOS Exit Without Saving Changes Exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes to CMOS Get Default Values Set the Setup Utility to the default settings Load Previous Values Load previous values from CMOS for all Setup items Save Current Values Save your changes to CMOS Battery Recalibration To accurate...

Page 37: ... the display or the cabinet around the display see figure B z Do not drop or hit the computer against solid objects z When taking an airplane Always carry your computer and disks etc with you Never check it in with lug gage Before using the computer inside an airplane we recommend asking the airlines regarding their policy on this issue z When transporting a spare battery pack sold separately insi...

Page 38: ...ely affect the surface e g discoloration In addition do not use commercially available household cleaners and cosmetics as they may contain components harmful to the surface z Do not directly add or spray water or detergent onto the computer If liquid enters the inside of the computer it may cause it to work improperly or be dam aged ...

Page 39: ...AN adaptor and click General 3 Click On or Off for Switch radio 4 Click OK Do not click Disable 1 in Network Connections 1 This is displayed by right clicking Wireless Network Connection in Network Connections Do not use the wireless LAN in airplanes hospitals or in other locations where wireless LAN signals may affect the operation of devices in the vicinity Abide by instructions regarding use in...

Page 40: ...ching settings When adding the check mark for this setting you can change to another user without logging on again when multiple users use the computer In the following case Fast User Switching cannot be used z When the check mark is not added for Use the Welcome screen z When joining the network domain z When the Use when logging on to Windows is set in SD Card Setup Î Chapter 4 SD Memory Card Se...

Page 41: ... the computer against virus attacks Windows Update enables you to update Windows on your computer by applying the latest patches and service packs for Windows z Get the newest information about viruses from the Website of Microsoft Corp and other software makers etc For detailed information refer to Reference Manual Î Chapter 8 Protecting Your Computer from Viruses and Chapter 8 To Update this Com...

Page 42: ... running or hard disk drive indicator is on Properly shut Windows down from the start menu to avoid problems Î page 25 z Do not place the Computer close to objects that emit electromagnetic waves magnets electromagnetic bracelets etc The data saved on the hard disk may be erased z Important data saved on the hard disk should be saved regularly e g in case of failures unexpected data updates erasur...

Page 43: ...over and accidentally opens it wider than 70 degrees pull it forward slowly until the stopper holds the cover in its proper posi tion z Do not leave the disk cover in the open position or touch the lens Over time dust may build up on the lens or on a disk This may result in a read or write malfunction z Insert the disk securely If the disk cover is closed without inserting the disk securely it may...

Page 44: ...ontact your technical support office 0280 Previous boot incomplete Default configuration used Startup has failed repeatedly so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to their default values and the computer has been booted z Run the Setup Utility and load the default values then change the settings to the appropriate values as needed Î page 30 Press F1 to resume F2 to Setup z Write down the...

Page 45: ...ms Summary in this manual Î page 46 2 Does the software application run Yes No Refer to each software application s help section For Windows click start Help and Support and refer to Windows Help If you cannot resolve the problem refer to step 3 Regarding the pre installed software on this com puter Î page 64 ask the makers of the soft ware applications Î page 53 3 Do the connected peripherals wor...

Page 46: ...evice is connected z The computer may not operate when certain USB devices are connected Disconnect the USB device or set Legacy USB Support to Disable in Advanced menu of the Setup Utility Î page 33 Enter Password is displayed z Enter your Supervisor Password or User Password If you have forgotten your password contact your technical support office Î page 45 POST Startup Error s are displayed Î p...

Page 47: ...e USB device or set Legacy USB Support in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility to Disable z If the message still appears even after trying the above measures this may be an indication that some type of hard disk failure has occurred Contact your technical support office When the previous items are not the cause z Press the F9 key in the Setup Utility This will restore the Setup Utility s setting...

Page 48: ...afterimage may appear This is not a malfunction The afterimage will disappear when a different screen is displayed z High precision and advanced technologies are used in the production of color liquid crystal displays color LCDs Therefore if 0 002 or less of the picture s elements either fail to light or remain constantly lit that means that more than 99 998 of the elements are functioning properl...

Page 49: ...ystem administrator about LAN and wireless LAN settings Standby Hibernation Function Unable to enter standby or hiberna tion mode z If a USB device is connected to the computer the standby or hibernation function may not work properly Simply remove the USB device If the prob lem persists restart the computer z It may take a minute or two to enter standby or hibernation mode z The computer may not ...

Page 50: ...D R RW drive vibrates excessively or is noisy z Is the disk bent or labeled z Check to see if the disk is inserted correctly and it is in good condition If the disk is good and inserted correctly set CD DVD Drive Speed to Low in the Setup Utility Î page 32 z When writing to a disk using B s Recorder you can minimize vibration while writing by setting the writing speed at 8x or less Cannot eject di...

Page 51: ...t know the available RAM module Î page 62 Cannot tell whether the RAM module has been correctly installed z You can check whether the RAM module is recognized using the Informa tion menu in the Setup Utility Î page 31 If the RAM module is not recognized turn the computer off and reinsert The RAM module has not been rec ognized z Make sure the RAM module has been properly inserted z Use the RAM mod...

Page 52: ... save a copy of the screen currently being displayed to a file in bitmap format bmp A Display the screen you want to save B Press the Ctrl Alt F8 key C When a message The copy of the screen was saved is displayed click OK pcinfo bmp file will be saved in My Documents folder If pcinfo bmp file already exists it will ne overwritten If pcinfo bmp file is set as a Read only of Hidden file the new file...

Page 53: ...dress shown below When forwarding an inquiry include information on your computer s usage conditions z B s Recorder B s CLiP B H A URL http www bhacorp com http www bha co jp In Japanese E mail addresses U S Canada Australia English French BHAxpsupport bhacorp com Europe English German French eurosupport bhacorp com Asia Chinese asiasupport bhacorp com z WinDVD InterVideo Inc URL http www intervid...

Page 54: ...shipment Reinstallation Procedure When reinstallation procedure is performed the contents of the hard disk will be erased Be sure to back up any crit ical data on your hard disk to another media or to an external hard disk before running the reinstallation procedure The reinstallation procedure will return the computer to its original condition If you have created partitions for data the data may ...

Page 55: ...nd press the F2 key while Panasonic boot screen is displayed The Setup Utility will start up z If the password has been set enter the Supervisor Password and press the Enter key B Press the F9 key At the confirmation message select Yes and press the Enter key C Select the Boot menu then select CD DVD Drive and press the F6 key until CD DVD Drive is at the top of the Boot menu D Place the Product R...

Page 56: ... to its status at the time of purchase Press the 1 key z To divide the hard disk into two partitions for OS and data Press the 2 key Enter the basic partition size GB for the operating system installation and press the Enter key You can cancel this operation by pressing the 0 key The data partition size is the remainder after subtracting the basic partition size Data partition 1 GB or more Maximum...

Page 57: ...ill be displayed Remove the Product Recovery DVD ROM and press any key to shut down the com puter 4 Return the Setup Utility settings to their default values Return the Setup Utility to its settings at the time of shipment to ensure proper setup of Windows A Turn on the computer and press the F2 key while Panasonic boot screen is displayed The Setup Utility will start up If the password has been s...

Page 58: ... You can change the drive letter for the DVD ROM CD R RW drive or hard disk drive by the following steps z Drive letters can only be changed when two or more partitions have been created on the hard disk drive The name of the C drive cannot be changed z We recommend that you make these changes before installing applications A Click start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Admin istrative To...

Page 59: ...ngle Product which was accompanied by the Programs to such other party At the time of such a transfer you must also transfer all copies whether in printed or machine readable form of every Program and the related documentation to the same party or destroy any such copies not so transferred F You may not remove any copyright trademark or other notice or product identification from the Programs and ...

Page 60: ...t the Boot menu then select CD DVD Drive and press the F6 key until CD DVD Drive is at the top of the Boot menu C Place the Product Recovery DVD ROM into the DVD ROM CD R RW drive D Press the F10 key At the confirmation message select Yes and press the Enter key The Setup Utility will close and the computer will restart If Enter Password is displayed during the following procedure enter the Superv...

Page 61: ...message press the Enter key The operation of erasing the hard disk starts z If necessary the hard disk data erase operation can be cancelled after it has begun by pressing the Ctrl C key If the operation is cancelled before being completed a part of data will not be erased J The message Recovery is complete will be displayed Remove the Product Recovery DVD ROM and press any key to shut down the co...

Page 62: ...B 9 4 GB 3 DVD RAM 6 1 4 GB 2 8 GB 2 6 GB 5 2 GB 4 7 GB 9 4 GB 3 CD Audio CD ROM XA compatible CD R Photo CD multiple session com patible VideoCD CD EXTRA CD RW CD TEXT Compatible Disks and Compatible For mats 5 Recording CD R CD RW Display Method 12 1 XGA type TFT 1024 768 dots Internal LCD Display 65536 16777216 colors 1024 768 dots 12 External Display 13 65536 16777216 colors 800 600 dots 1024 ...

Page 63: ...e and differs from actual speeds The transfer rate is 2 MB per second even if you use an SD memory card that supports high speed transfer rates Does not guarantee connection operation of all SD devices Does not support SD I O 17 To add the RAM module remove the 256 MB RAM module currently in the RAM module slot For the RAM module s model num ber refer to your technical support office Î page 65 18 ...

Page 64: ...ectX 9 0 b Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 Microsoft Windows Movie Maker 2 0 Adobe Acrobat Reader Intel PROSet SD MovieStage SD Utility Icon Enlarger Touch Pad Utility DMI Viewer PC Information Viewer WinDVD 5 OEM Version B s Recorder GOLD7 BASIC B s CLiP 5 2 Hotkey Settings Setup Utility Hard Disk Data Erase Utility 3 z Wireless LAN Data Transfer Speeds IEEE802 11b 11 Mbps 5 5 Mbps 2 Mbps 1 Mbps...

Page 65: ...Affairs Division at the address indicated below SOFTWARE LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Computer Solutions Company referred to as Panasonic warrants to you only that the disk s or other media on which the Programs are furnished will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of sixty 60 days from the date of delivery thereof to you as evidenced by your purchase rec...

Page 66: ...rules To obtain service or technical assistance within the continental U S A and Alaska Correspondence requesting product information should be sent to Panasonic Computer Solutions Company 50 Meadowlands Parkway Panazip 2F 5 Secaucus NJ 07094 z For General Inquiry z For Technical Support DIAL TOLL FREE 1 866 888 2929 DIAL TOLL FREE 1 800 LAPTOP5 527 8675 ...

Page 67: ... Program is an international program that promotes energy saving through the use of computers and other office equipment The program backs the development and dissemination of products with functions that effectively reduce energy consumption It is an open system in which business proprietors can participate voluntarily The targeted products are office equipment such as computers displays printers...

Page 68: ...17 Hibernation Function Deal ing with Problems 49 Important Tips 13 Maintenance 37 Notification Area 23 NumLk 17 PC Information Viewer 52 Peripheral Devices 42 Popup Window 27 Power Indicator 17 RAM Module Dealing with Problems 51 Reference Manual 13 Dealing with Problems 50 Reinstalling B s Recorder B s CLiP 50 Right Click 26 ScrLk Indicator 17 Scroll 26 SD Card Setup Dealing with Problems 50 SD ...