Panasonic CF-T7 appendix Troubleshooting Basic/Error Code/Message

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Troubleshooting (Basic)/Error Code/Message

Troubleshooting (Basic)

Follow the instructions below when a problem has occurred. There is also an advanced troubleshooting guide in the “Reference Manual”. For a software problem, refer to the software’s instruction manual. If the problem persists, contact

your technical support office. You can also check the computer’s status in the PC Information Viewer (

Reference

Manual “Check the Computer’s Usage Status”).

 

Starting Up and Standby and Hibernation Mode

 

 

 

 

The computer does not

Connect the AC adaptor.

 

power on/

Insert a fully charged battery.

 

The power indicator or bat-

Remove the battery pack and the AC adaptor, then connect them again.

 

If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module and check to

tery indicator is not lit.

see if the RAM module is the recommended one.

 

 

When 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 com-

 

puter does not power on even after cooling down, contact your technical support office.

Windows does not start up.

Remove all peripheral devices.

 

•If a device is connected to the USB port, disconnect the device or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

If an additional RAM module has been inserted, remove the RAM module and check to see if the RAM module is the recommended one.

If the power indicator is lit, slide the power switch for four seconds or longer to turn off, then turn on again.

Using the following procedure, start up in Safe Mode, and check the error details.

ATurn on the computer, and when the [Panasonic] boot screen disappears (after enter- ing the password*1 if one is set) hold down F8.

BRelease your finger when the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, and with

 

 

 

 

or , select [Safe Mode], then press Enter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*1

 

 

Follow the onscreen instructions.

Supervisor Password or User Password set with the Setup Utility

 

Press F9 in the Setup Utility (

page 32 “To start the Setup Utility”) to return the Setup

 

Utility settings (excluding the passwords) to the default values. Start the Setup Utility and

 

make the settings again.

 

 

 

There is a beep sound, and

If "Extended RAM Module Failed" appears, the RAM module is not correctly inserted.

either "Extended RAM Mod-

Turn off the computer, check that the RAM module is a recommended module, then

ule Failed" or "Standard

insert it correctly.

 

RAM Failed" appears

If "Standard RAM Failed" appears, contact your technical support office.

 

 

Cannot boot from optional

Make sure that the bootable CD/DVD is set properly.

CD/DVD drive.

Start the Setup Utility, and confirm the following settings.

 

• [USB Port] and [Legacy USB Support] are set to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu.

 

•

[USB CDD] is the first device shown in [Boot priority order] in the [Boot] menu.

You have forgotten the

Supervisor Password or User Password: Contact your technical support office.

password.

Administrator password:

 

 

•

If you have a password reset disk, you can reset the administrator password. Set the

 

 

disk and enter any wrong password, then follow the on-screen instructions and set a

 

•

new password.

 

 

If you do not have a password reset disk, reinstall ( page 27) and set up Windows,

 

 

and then set a new password.

 

Cannot log on to Windows

The Windows user name and password may not set correctly on the SD memory card.

with the SD memory card.

Enter the Windows user name and password without using the SD memory card. After

 

logging on to Windows, set the same user name and the password on the SD memory

 

card and Windows again. (

Reference Manual “SD Security”)

 

Set [SD Slot] to [Enable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

“Remove disks or other

A floppy disk is in the floppy disk drive and it does not contain system startup informa-

media. Press any key to

tion. Remove the floppy disk and press any key.

restart” or a similar mes-

This message may appear with some devices connected to the USB port. Remove the

device or set [Legacy USB Support] to [Disable] in the [Advanced] menu of the Setup Utility.

sage appears.

If the problem persists after removing the disk, it may be a hard disk failure. Perform the rein-

 

stallation and return the hard disk to its condition at the time of purchase. ( page 27) If the

 

problem persists even after the reinstallation, contact your technical support office.

[Executing Battery Recali-

The Battery Recalibration was canceled before Windows was shut down last time. To

bration] screen appears.

start up Windows, turn off the computer by the power switch, and then turn on.

Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting Started

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Contents Personal Computer ContentsIntroduction Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting StartedTerms and illustrations in these instructions Copyright Disclaimer TrademarksModels for U.S.A Read Me FirstGetting Started Only for model with a mark on the bottom of the computerRead Me First Safety PrecautionsAppendix Troubleshooting Useful Information Models for Canada Appendix Troubleshooting Useful Information GettingStarted Industry Canada IC Notice for modemIndustry Canada Models for EuropeCanadian ICES-003 Information to the User Lithium Battery / Pile au lithiumTroubleshooting Useful Information Do Not Disassemble This Product PrecautionsInsert the AC Plug Completely Keep SD Memory Cards Away from Infants and Small Children Do Not Turn the Volume Up to Loud When Using HeadphonesDo Not Place This Product on Unstable Surfaces Avoid StackingDo Not Short the Positive + and Negative Con- tacts Precautions Battery PackDo Not Use with Any Other Product Description of Parts Description of Parts Appendix Troubleshooting Insert the battery packFirst-time Operation Useful InformationSetup Windows Connect your computer to a power outletFirst-time Operation Turn on the computerCreate a new account Windows UpdatePerform the touchscreen calibration Regarding Windows XPIf the computer becomes warm during usage Using the Hand StrapWhen Starting Up/Shutting Down Attach the tether to Stylus Before Using the StylusOn-screen Manual When using peripheral devices Handling and MaintenanceOperation Environment Handling CautionsMaintenance Handling and MaintenanceTo clean display LCD To clean the touch padIf You Spill Water on the Keyboard TroubleshootingInserting the RAM Module Expanding MemoryCarefully open the left and right hooks E Set the cover and battery pack backRemoving the RAM Module Click Next Hard Disk Backup Function Recover ProInstallation Click Complete Backup, and click Yes Complete BackupComplete Restore Click Protect / Recover, and click Phoenix Recover ProHard Disk Data Erase Utility Perform the steps 1 to 6 of Reinstalling SoftwarePress To execute 2. Erase HDD PressAt the confirmation message, press Y Reinstalling SoftwarePress 1 to execute 1. Recovery Press F9 Reinstalling SoftwareStarting Up and Standby and Hibernation Mode Troubleshooting Basic/Error Code/MessageTroubleshooting Basic Password Troubleshooting Basic/Error Code/MessageShutting Down DisplayRecover Pro Troubleshooting Useful Information Getting StartedBattery Error Code/Message Regarding the PC-Diagnostic Utility Hardware DiagnosticsRunning the Diagnostic Check Connect the AC adaptor, and turn on the wireless switchPress Ctrl + F7 while Panasonic boot screen is displayed Hardware DiagnosticsAbout Intel software products Limited USE License AgreementTermes, clauses et conditions Contrat de licence d’usage limitéLicence Main Specifications SpecificationsTroubleshooting Appendix SpecificationsWireless LAN Only for model with wireless LAN Bluetooth Only for model with BluetoothFor U.S.A Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty For Canada Panasonic Computer and Peripherals Limited WarrantyÉléments couverts Durée de couverture Type de couverture Garantie LimitéeMemo Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Panasonic Canada Inc
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