Panasonic Cf W2fwczzbm Owners Manual

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Operation
Useful Information
Windows/Antivirus Protection
Depending on the settings in Windows, installed applications, drivers, menus and other 
displays may be inoperable.
In some cases, certain functions, such as the password reset disk (Îpage 21), may 
not operate. In this case, refer to the items below, and the applied items from the prob-
lem-solving section of this manual and onscreen Reference Manual, Windows Help 
(Îpage 12), and the software application and driver’s operating instructions, etc.
Change the Way Users Log on or off
If the check mark is added for [Use the Welcome screen] or [Use Fast User Switching] 
in [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] - [Change the way users log on or off], the 
operation differs as follows.
‹Use the Welcome screen
The operations when starting up or shutting down Windows differ depending on 
whether this item has a check mark or not.
 At the time of purchase, it is set with the check mark added (when using).
 When [Use when logging on to Windows] is set in [SD Card Setup] (Î “Chapter 4: 
SD Memory Card Security Function” in the onscreen Reference Manual), the Wel-
come screen cannot be used. 
‹Use Fast User Switching
When adding the check mark for this setting, you can change to another user without 
logging on again when multiple users use the computer.
This manual explains the procedure for cases where the check mark is added.
In the following case, Fast User Switching cannot be used.
zWhen the check mark is not added for [Use the Welcome screen]
zWhen joining the network domain
zWhen the [Use when logging on to Windows] is set in [SD Card Setup] (Î “Chapter 
4: SD Memory Card Security Function” in the onscreen Reference Manual)
Depending on the software application, the computer may not work properly if this func-
tion is used.
When switching to a different user with the Fast User Switching function, it may not be 
possible to set the display settings. In this case, log-off all users, and retry the opera-
tion.
Windows 
						

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Use the Windows Security Center function to protect Windows from damage by com-
puter viruses, etc.
Windows Security Center
zWhat is Windows Security Center?
The Windows Security Center allows centralized management of Windows security 
information, and monitors antivirus measures and other Windows security settings 
to ensure optimum safety.
Use the Windows Security Center function to protect your computer from damage 
by viruses, etc.
Click [start] - [Control Panel] - [Security Center] to display the current settings for the 
following security functions.
 Windows Firewall
A security system for protecting the computer from unauthorized access via the 
Internet or other external networks.
The firewall regulates the data exchanged between the computer and the external 
network, so that only approved data can pass through.
At the time of purchase, the Windows Firewall is set to be enabled.
 Automatic Updates
If your computer is connected to the Internet, this function regularly checks 
whether security updates and other important updates for Windows have been 
made available, and automatically installs these updates in their latest conditions.
 Virus Protection
This function regularly checks whether antivirus software has been installed in the 
computer, and whether the version of that software is the latest version available.
NOTE
zSome network-related software and some online network games do not operate 
normally if the Windows Firewall is enabled. Ask the software manufacturer 
about the Windows Firewall in the case of using such software.
zFor further details on the Windows Firewall, see the help displayed by the follow-
ing methods:
AClick [star t] - [Help and Support] and input [Windows Firewall] into [Search].
BClick [Windows Firewall overview].
If the message Your computer might be at risk is displayed
Read the message, click the   (red) on the notification area, and make the appropri-
ate settings.
This message, which the Windows Security Center displays to confirm the security-
related settings regularly, will be displayed until the settings are made more properly.
NOTE
zThis message does not indicate an error. You can use the computer while the 
message is displayed. However, in order to operate the computer more safely, 
we recommend making the appropriate measures to reduce damage from virus 
and other attacks, thus avoiding the appearance of this message.
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Operation
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The Pop-up Blocker
In Windows XP, security functions have been strengthened with regard to Web con-
tents.
One of these is the Pop-up Blocker, which may prevent some Web pages from being 
displayed.
Computer Viruses
Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software 
and use them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
zWhen booting your computer.
zAfter receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources, such 
as data downloaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress 
them before running a check).
Windows Update
You can use the latest patches and service packs for Windows with the following 
menus.
Do not apply “Driver Updates” even if a message to update a driver appears. If a 
driver update is required, contact your technical support office.
[star t] - [All programs] - [Windows Update]. 
						

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Operation
Useful Information
Using CD/DVD
‹Before using the drive
zDo not expose the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to excessive smoke that may leave 
a residue, e.g. oil smoke, or tobacco smoke. Doing so could shorten the life of the 
drive lens.
‹About opening or closing the disk cover/cleaning the 
drive lens
zWhen the computer is on, be sure to use the open lever on the left side of the com-
puter or perform the ejecting operation through Windows.
When using B’s Recorder or B’s CLiP, you cannot open the cover using the open 
lever. Refer to “Chapter 3: Writing to CDs (B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP)” in onscreen Ref-
erence Manual
zTo remove a disk when the disk cover cannot be opened or when the computer is 
powered off, insert a pointed object (e.g., the bent-out tip of a paper clip, or the tip of 
a ballpoint pen) into the emergency hole (A), and move in the direction of the arrow.
zBe careful not to do any of the following when the disk cover is open:
 Do not close the display.
Be sure to close the display only after confirming the disk cover is closed. If the 
disk cover is open, the LCD may become damaged.
 Never insert foreign objects such as paper clips into the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW 
drive. 
This could cause it to malfunction.
zThe disk cover can be opened up to an angle of 70 degrees. Do not force the cover 
open any further.
If a hand or other object touches the disk cover and accidentally opens it wider than 
70 degrees, pull it forward slowly until the stopper holds the cover in its proper posi-
tion.
zDo 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.
zInsert the disk securely. If the disk cover is closed without inserting the disk securely, 
it may become damaged.
zDo not access the drive until after the disk cover is closed and the DVD-ROM & CD-
R/RW drive status indicator   is off.
zWe recommend cleaning the drive lens (B) with an air puffer used for camera lenses
(Do not use any spray lens cleaning products.)
‹While the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being 
accessed
zDo not open the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive or move the computer while the DVD-
ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed.
Doing so could cause the disk to shift position, which may damage the disk, or 
cause the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to malfunction.
After running an application involving access to a disk, do not open the DVD-ROM & 
CD-R/RW drive until after the application has been closed.
zDo not apply excessive force on the disk cover.
zDo not operate the open lever.
zDo not shock the computer by removing or inserting cables and cards, etc. This may 
result in a read or write malfunction.
‹About recognition of media
zIt may take about 30 - 40 seconds for an image recorded to a rewritable media to be 
played back. 
						

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Operation
Useful Information
Use of Peripheral Devices/Internal Hard Disk
Pay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer, peripheral 
devices, cables, etc.
Also, in addition to following this manual and the onscreen Reference Manual, carefully 
read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devices being used.
zUse only peripheral devices that conform to the computer’s specifications.
zConnect the devices properly, paying close attention to the condition and position of 
the connectors.
zIf a connection cannot be made easily, do not apply undue force; check once more 
to confirm the condition and position of the connector (alignment of pins, etc.).
zIf the connector has holding screws, fasten the screws firmly.
zDo not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables force-
fully.
To Protect Data
Keep the following.
zDo not expose your computer to shock.
Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make 
your software applications and data unusable.
zDo not power off your computer while software applications are running or 
hard disk drive indicator   is on. 
Properly shut Windows down from the [start] menu to avoid problems. (Îpage 24)
zDo 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.
zImportant data saved on the hard disk should be saved regularly (e.g., in case 
of failures, unexpected data updates, erasure, etc.).
Regular backups are recommended as a means of minimizing damages in the 
event of trouble.
zUse the security function for all important data.
(Î “Chapter 2: Security Measures” and “Chapter 4: SD Memory Card Security 
Function” in onscreen Reference Manual)
When Changing Hard Disk Partitions
zDuring reinstallation, you can divide the hard disk space into two partitions by exe-
cuting: [Make two partitions, for the operating system and data, and reinstall Win-
dows to the operating system partition].
Confirm the minimum partition size required for the OS by checking the screen dur-
ing the reinstallation.
If you want to create three or more partitions, after creating an OS partition and a 
data partition during the reinstallation, start up Windows, erase the second par tition 
once using [Disk Management], and then create the partitions in the open space.
When Using Peripheral Devices
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Operation
Useful Information
When Disposing of This Computer
When disposing of or transferring ownership of this computer, erase all data on the 
hard disk in order to prevent the theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initial-
ize the hard disk through normal Windows commands, data can still be read using spe-
cial software. In order to erase all data, either have the data erased by a specialist (at a 
charge) or use the hard disk data erase utility (included).  (Note that this hard disk data 
erase utility does not guarantee that data will be completely erased.)
Also, note that if you transfer ownership of this computer without deleting commercial 
software that you have installed to the hard disk, you may be in violation of the licensing 
agreement for that software. 
						

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Troubleshooting
List of Error 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.
Error Code/MessageAction
0211: Keyboard errorzIf an external keyboard is connected, disconnect these devices.
0251: System CMOS checksum 
bad - Default configuration usedAn error has occurred in the memory that stores the Setup Utility settings.  This 
error occurs when the memory content is changed through some inadvertent 
operation by a program or other function. 
zRun the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to 
the appropriate values as needed. (Îpage 31)
zIf the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. 
Contact your technical support office.
0271: Check date and time set-
tingsThe date and time setting are incorrect.
zSet the date and time correctly in the [Main] menu of the Setup Utility. 
(Îpage 33)
zIf the problem persists, the internal clock battery may need to be replaced. 
Contact your technical support office.
0280: Previous boot incomplete - 
Default configuration usedStartup has failed repeatedly, so the Setup Utility settings have been returned to 
their default values, and the computer has been booted.
zRun the Setup Utility and load the default values, then change the settings to 
the appropriate values as needed. (Îpage 31)
Press  to SetupzWrite down the error details and press the 
F2 key to run the Setup Utility. Con-
firm the settings, and change the settings to the appropriate values as 
needed. (Îpage 31)
Operating System not found The OS is not properly installed on the floppy disk or the hard disk that you are 
trying to boot from.
zIf the computer cannot be booted from the floppy disk, check the floppy disk 
drive to ensure that the disk is in fact bootable, and change it to another if not.
zIf the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk, confirm whether the hard 
disk is properly recognized in the [Information] menu of the Setup Utility. 
(Îpage 33)
 If the hard disk is recognized (“xx GB” is displayed), perform the reinstal-
lation procedure. 
 If the hard disk is not recognized (“none” is displayed), contact your 
technical support office.
zIf a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device, or run the 
Setup Utility and set [Legacy USB Support] in the [Advanced] menu to [Dis-
able]. (Îpage 34)
Extended RAM Module FailedzIf the RAM module has not been inserted properly, or if a RAM module other 
than one matching the specifications has been inserted, a beep will sound and 
the message “Extended RAM Module Failed” will be displayed when turning 
the power on. In this case, turn the power off, confirm that the RAM module 
meets the specifications, and reinsert it. 
						

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Troubleshooting
Dealing with Problems (Summary)
If you encounter a problem, try the following methods.
zWindows Setup: Îbelow
zStarting up: Îbelow
zEnter Password: Îpage 49
zDisplay: Îpage 50
zSetup Utility: Îpage 51
zShutting Down: Îpage 51
zStandby/Hibernation Functions: Îpage 51
zBattery Indicator: Îpage 52
zOnscreen Reference Manual: Îpage 52
zDisk Operations: Îpage 52
zReinstalling B’s Recorder/B’s CLiP: Îpage 53
zSD Card Setup (SD Memory Card security function): Îpage 53
zFast User Switching Function: Îpage 53
zWireless LAN: Îpage 53
zExpanding Memory: Îpage 53
zOther Problems: Îpage 54
You can use the PC Information Viewer to check the computer’s usage status. (Îpage 
55)
‹Windows Setup
During Windows setup, the process 
does not move to the next screenzSometimes it takes time to move to the next screen.  Also, it may take two to 
three minutes while the computer moves to the next screen from the [Date 
and time settings] screen, and then restarts automatically. Wait, and do not 
press any keys, or touch the touch pad, etc. (Îpage 19)
‹Starting Up
The power indicator or battery indi-
cator is not litzCheck the cable connection for the AC adaptor.
zCheck to see if a fully charged battery is properly inserted
zRemove the battery pack and disconnect the AC adaptor. Then reconnect 
them.
The computer does not operate 
when a USB device is connectedzThe 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 (Îpage 34).
[Enter Password] is displayedzEnter your Supervisor Password or User Password. If you have forgotten 
your password, contact your technical support office.
POST Startup Error(s) are displayedÎpage 47
Windows startup, or an operation is 
extremely slowzPress the F9 key in the Setup Utility (Îpage 31). This will restore the 
Setup Utility’s settings to their default values (except for the password, Sys-
tem Date and System Time). The Setup Utility must be run once again for 
you to input the appropriate operating environment settings.  (The process-
ing speed depends on the application software used, so this operation may 
not cause the processing speed to increase.)
zIf operations slow down during streaming playback, try changing the num-
ber of colors of the display.
zIf you install resident software after purchasing this computer, disable the 
resident software.
The date and time are incorrectzYou can set the date and time using the following menu:
[start] - [Control Panel] - [Date, Time, Language, and Regional Options] - 
[Date and Time]
zIf you continue to experience problems, the internal battery maintaining the 
clock may need to be replaced.  Contact your technical support office.
zWhen the computer is connected to a LAN, confirm the date and time of the 
server.
zThis computer will not correctly recognize the date and time starting from 
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Troubleshooting
When resuming from the standby or 
hibernation mode, [Enter Password] 
does not appear even if a password 
has been set in the Setup UtilityzEven when a password has been set in the [Security] menu of the Setup 
Utility, [Enter Password] does not appear when the computer resumes from 
the standby or hibernation mode. Use the Windows password as follows:
AClick [start] - [Control Panel] - [User Accounts] and click the 
account for which the password will be set.
BAdd the check mark for [Prompt for password when computer 
resumes from standby] in [Control Panel] - [Performance and 
Maintenance] - [Power Options] - [Advanced].
When the administrator password is 
forgottenzIf you have created a password reset disk (Îpage 21), a message is dis-
played when you fail to correctly enter the password. Follow the message’s 
instructions and set the password again by using the password reset disk.
If you have not created a password reset disk, after reinstalling setup Win-
dows and then set the password again.
When “Remove disks or other 
media. Press any key to restart” (or 
a similar message) is displayedzThis means a floppy disk that dose not contain system startup information 
has been left in the floppy disk drive. Remove the floppy disk, and press any 
key.
zThis message may appear when certain USB devices are connected. 
Remove the USB device, or set [Legacy USB Support] in the [Advanced] 
menu of the Setup Utility to [Disable].
zIf 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 
causezPress the F9 key in the Setup Utility.   This will restore the Setup Utility’s 
settings to their default values (except the password settings).
zTry removing all peripheral devices.
zCheck a disk error using the following procedure:
ADisplay [Local Disk (C:) Proper ties].
Click [start] - [My Computer], right-click [Local Disk(C:)] and click 
[Properties].
BClick [Tools] - [Check Now].
CClick [Start] after selecting required items in [Check disk options].
zAt startup, hold down the 
F8 key when [Panasonic] boot screen disap-
pears
*1, and release your finger when the Windows Advanced Option Menu 
is displayed.  Start the computer in Safe Mode, and confirm the details of 
the error.
*1When [Password on boot] is set to [Enable], [Enter Password] appears after the 
[Panasonic] boot screen disappears. Hold down the 
F8 key soon after inputting the 
password and pressing the 
Enter key.
‹Enter Password
Even after entering the password, 
[Type your password] is displayed 
againzThe computer may be in “ten-key” mode.
If   lights up, press the 
NumLk key to disable the ten-key mode, and then 
input (Îpage 16).
zThe computer may be in Caps Lock mode.
If   lights up, press the 
Caps Lock key to disable the Caps Lock mode, 
and then input (Îpage 16).
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‹Display
No display after powering onzWhen the external display is not visible
 Check your cable connection to the external display
 Confirm that your display is powered on
 Check the settings for your external display
zThe display destination may be set to the external display.
Try changing the display destination by pressing the 
Fn+F3 key.
If you want to switch the display destination repeatedly by pressing the 
Fn +   
F3 key, make sure that the display destination has switched completely 
each time before pressing the 
Fn+F3 key again.
zPress the 
Fn+F2 key and adjust the brightness.
The power has not been turned off, 
but after a certain period of time, 
there is no displayzHas the computer been set to the power-saving mode? 
To resume operation of your computer when the display’s power is off (for 
energy conservation purposes), press any key unrelated to the direct trig-
gering of a selection, like the 
Ctrl key.
zTo save power, your computer may have automatically entered the standby 
mode (the power indicator blinks green) or hibernation mode (the power 
indicator turns off).  If so, slide the power switch.
When the battery pack is used, the 
screen is darker than when the AC 
adaptor is connectedzPress the Fn+F2 key and adjust the brightness.  Note, however, that when 
the brightness is increased, the battery running time will become shorter.
Brightness can be set to separate levels for when the AC adaptor is con-
nected and when it is disconnected.
An afterimage appears (e.g., the key 
green, red, and blue dots remain on 
the display) or there are dots not dis-
playing the correct colorszIf an image is displayed for a prolonged period of time, an afterimage may 
appear.  This is not a malfunction.  The afterimage will disappear when a 
different screen is displayed.
zHigh-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 properly), this is not 
considered a defect.
The screen becomes disorderedzThe screen display may become distorted if the resolution or number of col-
ors is changed, or if an external display is connected or disconnected while 
the computer is operating. Restart the computer.
The external display no longer 
shows the correct imagezWhen an external display, not compatible with the power-saving mode, is 
connected to the computer. The display may not function correctly when the 
computer enters the power-saving mode. Turn off the power to the external 
display.
When you want to display the fonts 
or icons in a larger sizezChange the size of the icons, etc. using Icon Enlarger (Î Chapter 6: Icon 
Enlarger in onscreen Reference Manual).
zYou can also change the settings as follows (for more details, refer to the 
Windows Help).
AClick [start] - [Control Panel] - [Appearance and Themes] - [Dis-
play] - [Appearance].
BSelect the font size in [Font size] and click [Effects]. Then add the 
check mark for [Use large icons] to increase the icon size.
CClick [OK], then click [OK].
zTo enlarge a part of the screen, use Loupe Utility (Î Chapter 6: Loupe 
Utility in onscreen Reference Manual).