Panasonic CF-Y4 How to Use this Manual

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PreparationsGetting Started

How to Use this Manual

The manual is saved in the computer's hard disk. To view the manual, start up the

computer after completing the settings for "First-time Operation" (Îpage 16).

zWhen the manuals in PDF format (see above) are accessed for the first time, the

License Agreement of the Adobe Reader may be displayed. If it is displayed, after

reading the agreement, click [Accept].

zRefer to Acrobat Reader Help to use the Acrobat Reader.

How to access the Reference Manual

1Click [start] then click [Reference Manual].

How to access the Important Tips

1Double-click the icon on the desktop.

Important Tips can also be accessed from [start] - [All Programs] - [Pana-

sonic] - [On-Line Manuals] - [Important Tips].

How to access Windows Help

1Log on to Windows with the administrator authority and

click [start] - [Help and Support].

NOTE

zIf a user has logged on to Windows without the administrator’s authority, it is not

possible to refer to some parts in [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 Manual explains functions for you to make greater

use of the computer, such as how to add peripheral devices, how the

Setup Utility works, and other useful information.

Important Tips

(PDF format)

Important Tips provides information on how to maximize use of the

battery pack, which is necessary for computing away from your home

or office.

Windows Help Windows Help explains operations and functions about Windows.

How to Use the Onscreen Manual

Contents of the

Reference Manual

Contents

Main Contents Preparations Getting Started (Basic Operations) Troubleshooting Important Information Personal Computer Introduction Copyright Disclaimer Trademarks Customers Record Read Me First For U.S.A. For Canada Important Safety Instructions / Importantes Mesures De Scurit Information to the User Lithium Battery DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Caution For Europe <For models with a CE mark on the bottom of the computer> Precautions Usage Handling Precautions (Wireless LAN) Precautions (Battery Pack) Usage Precautions / About Notations When closing the disk cover If the computer feels warm while in use When using at high-temperature locations Usage Precautions How to Use this Manual How to access the Reference Manual 1 How to access the Important Tips 1 Names and Functions of Parts Names and Functions of Parts Confirm the Status Using the LEDs First-time Operation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 This concludes the first-time use operation guidelines. When you have forgotten a Windows log-on password Changing the Internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW Drive Letter Password Reset Function Icons on the desktop [start] menu Notification area (see the bottom right on the screen) Screen Display Page Starting Up/Shutting Down Starting Up 1 2 3 Starting Up/Shutting Down If the screen on the left is displayed immediately after you turn on the power... Shutting Down (power off your computer) 1 2 3 Using the Touch Pad When the cursor doesnt move the way you want it to Using the Fn Key Expanding Memory Inserting / Removing the RAM Module Inserting 1 2 Expanding Memory 4 Removing Setup Utility 1 2 Running the Setup Utility How to use the screen Key Operations Information Menu Main Menu Advanced Menu Security Menu Boot Menu Exit Menu Usage/Handling/Maintenance We recommend the following: Maintenance When Carrying the computer, be sure to keep to the fol- lowing: Usage Environment Usage/Handling/Maintenance Wireless LAN Turning on/off the Wireless LAN Function Prevent theft of data or unauthorized access to the hard disk via a wireless LAN 1 2 Windows/Antivirus Protection Windows Change the Way Users Log on or off Use the Welcome screen Use Fast User Switching Security Center/Antivirus Protection Windows Security Center If the message "Your computer might be at risk" is displayed Windows/Antivirus Protection The Pop-up Blocker Computer Viruses Windows Update Using CD/DVD Before using the drive About opening or closing the disk cover/cleaning the drive lens Internal DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive connection inter- face While the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive is being accessed Use of Peripheral Devices/Internal Hard Disk To Protect Data When Changing Hard Disk Partitions When Using Peripheral Devices Internal Hard Disk List of Error Codes Dealing with Problems (Summary) Page Dealing with Problems (Summary) Problems with Passwords and Messages Problems with Display Dealing with Problems (Summary) Problems with Display Problems with Operation during Use Problems with Battery Problems with Onscreen Reference Manual Reinstalling Bs Recorder/Bs CLiP Problems with Expanding Memory Reinstalling Software Before Reinstallation Reinstalling 1 2 3 tion. Reinstalling Software 4 5 6 Run the Setup Utility and change the settings where necessary . 7 LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT Contrat de licence d'usage limit Hard Disk Backup Function Before Using a Hard Disk Backup Function Preparing Precautions Create a Backup Area Hard Disk Backup Function Backing Up and Restoring Data Page When Disposing of This Computer Before Erasing Data Preparing Confirm the followings Completely Erasing Data Hard Disk Data Erase Utility Page Specifications zMain Specifications Secondary Cache Memory Chip Set Pre-installed Software zMain Specifications Specifications Index