Panasonic CF-T4 operating instructions Reinstalling Software, Before Reinstallation

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Reinstalling Software

Troubleshooting

When reinstallation procedure is performed, the contents of the hard disk will be erased. Be sure to back up 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.

zIf you have created partitions for data, the data may be erased or become corrupt as a result of the reinstallation procedure.

What is “Reinstallation”?

Reinstallation refers to formatting the hard disk, and reinstalling Windows.

When is “Reinstallation” necessary?

zWhen Windows does not start up, or when Windows operation is unstable and can- not be recovered.

zWhen using the hard disk with two partitions.

Before Reinstallation

Preparing

zProduct Recovery DVD-ROM (included)

zPanasonic DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive (optional): CF-VDRRT1M, CF-VDRRT2W, CF-VDRRT3W

Confirm the following

zRemove all peripherals (including a mini port replicator) and SD memory cards (except for the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive). Especially, when a USB floppy disk drive is connected, the reinstallation does not operate properly. Remove them.

Reinstallation Procedure

Connect the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive

Change the settings in the Setup Utility.

Use the Product Recovery DVD-ROM to execute reinstallation. (About 20 minutes)

Return the Setup Utility settings to their default values.

Setup Windows.

Change the settings in the Setup Utility. (Only when necessary)

If you can connect to the Internet, perform Windows Update.

(Î “To Update this Computer to its Latest Version” in onscreen Reference Manual)

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Contents Personal Computer Model No. CF-T4 Series Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks IntroductionIllustrations and Terminology in this Manual Read Me First For U.S.AFor Canada Industry Canada IC Notice for modemIndustry Canada Lithium Battery Information to the UserDeclaration of Conformity DoC For EuropeCompliance Notice CE Mark ‹Usage Precautions‹Handling Clean the DC plug of dust and other debris regularly Hold the plug when unplugging the AC cordDo not turn the volume up to loud when using headphones Do not pull or insert the DC plug if your hands are wetPrecautions Battery Pack Manual Types and Contents How to Use this ManualHow to Use the Onscreen Manual Names and Functions of Parts ECOPreparations Turn the computer over and insert the battery pack First-time OperationConfirm the inclusion of all parts Read the Limited USE License Agreement ÎConnect your computer to a power outlet Open the displayTurn your computer on Handling the AC adaptorSetup Windows First-time OperationCreate User Accounts to recognize this computers user ‹This concludes the first-time use operation guidelinesCalibrate the touchscreen ‹When you have forgotten a Windows log-on password Password Reset FunctionAbout the Icon Enlarger Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting UpLog-on to Windows Select your applicationShutting Down power off your computer ‹To shut down using the keyboard‹When you leave the computer or interrupt your work Click Turn OffUsing the Tether How to Use the Hand Strap‹Attaching the Tether ‹Stowing the stylus Using the Touch Pad ‹When the cursor doesn’t move the way you want it toPower off your computer. Î Expanding MemoryInserting / Removing the RAM Module ‹InsertingPut the cover and battery pack back in place ‹RemovingUsage/Handling/Maintenance MaintenanceUsage Environment HandlingWhen areas excluding the display/the touch pad become dirty Wireless LAN Turning on/off the Wireless LAN PowerEnable/Disable Wireless LAN Standard IEEE802.11a To enable IEEE802.11a‹Use Fast User Switching Windows/Antivirus ProtectionWindows Change the Way Users Log on or offWindows Security Center Security Center/Antivirus ProtectionIf the message Your computer might be at risk is displayed Pop-up Blocker Windows UpdateComputer Viruses When Using Peripheral Devices When Changing Hard Disk PartitionsInternal Hard Disk To Protect DataList of Error Codes Dealing with Problems Summary May not cause the processing speed to increase ‹Problems with Passwords and Messages ‹Problems with DisplayEnter Space Esc ‹Problems with Operation during Use ‹Problems with Battery‹Problems with Onscreen Reference Manual ‹Problems with Expanding MemoryReinstalling Software Before ReinstallationReinstalling Change the settings in the Setup UtilityReinstalling Software Return the Setup Utility settings to their default valuesIf you can connect to the Internet, perform Windows Update Limited USE License Agreement About Intel software productsLicense Contrat de licence dusage limitéTermes, clauses et conditions Before Using a Hard Disk Backup Function Hard Disk Backup Function‹Precautions Create a Backup Area Hard Disk Backup Function Backing Up and Restoring DataTo disable the hard disk backup function When Disposing of This Computer Hard Disk Data Erase UtilityBefore Erasing Data ‹Preparing ‹Confirm the followingsImportant Information Specifications Main SpecificationsMB = 1,048,576 bytes Limited Warranty For Canada Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Panasonic Canada Inc