OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Computer
Model No. CF-U1 series
Contents
Getting Started
Introduction .........................................2
Read Me First .....................................4
Description of Parts ...........................15
Useful Information
On-screen Manual .............................29
Handling and Maintenance ................30
Preparation ........................................19
First-time Operation ...........................24
Reinstalling Software .........................32
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting (Basic) .....................36
Appendix
LIMITED USE LICENSE AGREEMENT ..44
Specifications ....................................48
LIMITED WARRANTY .......................52
For further information about the computer, you can refer to the  
on-screen manual.
To access the on-screen manual  page 29 “On-screen Manual”
Please read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this 
manual for future use.
 
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic computer. For optimum performance 
and safety, please read these instructions carefully.
In these instructions, the names are referred as follows.
 
  “Windows Vista® Business” as “Windows” or “Windows Vista”
 
  “Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional Service Pack 2 with Advanced Security 
Technologies” as “Windows”, “Windows XP” 
  Terms and illustrations in these instructions
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Page in these Operating Instructions or in the Reference Manual.
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Reference to the on-screen manuals.
CAUTION  :  Conditions that may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE  :  Useful and helpful information.
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Press [
] (Enter) key.
 (F2): Press and hold [Fn] key, and then press [U] (F2) key.
 
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Click : 
Right-click : 
Touch the screen with the stylus.
 
Touch and hold with the stylus, or touch and select the right button 
of “touch pointer”.
A Click 
B Click the object you want to right-click.
 on the notification area.
 
 (Start) - [All Programs] :
Click 
 (Start), and then click [All Programs].
 
 
[start] - [All Programs] :
 
 
Click [start], and then click [All Programs].
You may need to double-click in some cases.
  Some illustrations are simplified to help your understanding and may look 
  If you do not log on as an administrator, you cannot use some functions or 
different from the actual unit.
cannot display some screens.
  Refer for the latest information about optional products to the catalogs, etc.
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  Copyright
This manual is copyrighted by Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. with all 
rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without the 
prior written permission of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained 
herein.
© 2008 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.  All Rights Reserved.
  Disclaimer
Computer specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Mat-
sushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for damage incurred di-
rectly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer 
and the manuals.
  Trademarks
Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows Vista®, and the Windows logo are registered 
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States and/or other countries.
Intel, Core, Centrino and PROSet are either registered trademarks or trademarks 
of Intel Corporation.
 
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SDHC Logo is a trademark.      
Adobe, the Adobe logo and Adobe Reader are either registered trademarks or 
trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other 
countries.
Computrace® is a registered trademark of Absolute® Software Corp.
Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A. and licensed to 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Panasonic® is a registered trademark of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Names of products, brands, etc., appearing in this manual are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of their respective own companies.
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Read Me First
Models for U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commis-
sion Radio Frequency Interference 
Statement
Note: This equipment has been tested 
and found to comply with the limits for 
a Class B digital device, pursuant to 
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits 
are designed to provide reasonable 
protection against harmful interference 
in a residential installation. This equip-
ment generates, uses and can radiate 
radio frequency energy and, if not 
installed and used in accordance with 
the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particu-
lar installation. If this equipment does 
cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment 
off and on, the user is encouraged to 
try to correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures:
  Reorient or relocate the receiving 
antenna.
  Increase the separation between 
the equipment and receiver.
  Connect the equipment into an 
outlet on a circuit different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.
  Consult the Panasonic Service 
Center or an experienced radio/TV 
technician for help.
Warning
To assure continued compliance, use 
only shielded interface cables when 
connecting to a computer or peripheral.  
Also, any changes or modifications not 
expressly approved by the party re-
sponsible for compliance could void 
the user’s authority to operate this 
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equipment.
FCC RF Exposure Warning:
  This equipment complies with FCC 
radiation exposure limits set forth 
for an uncontrolled environment.
  This equipment has been approved 
for portable operation, and if pro-
vided with wireless WAN transmit-
ter, requires LCD side panel spac-
ers to provide minimum 1.5 cm 
spacing between antenna located 
within the LCD side panel, and all 
person’s body (excluding extremi-
ties of hands, wrist and feet) during 
wireless modes of operation.
  This equipment may use multiple 
installed transmitters, which may be 
capable of simultaneous transmis-
sion.
  This equipment is provided with 
external antenna connector(s) for 
connection to optional Cradle for 
mobile external mounted 
antenna(s). External antenna(s) 
must be professionally installed and 
cannot exceed recommended maxi-
mum antenna gain as described in 
individual provided supplement 
instructions for wireless transmit-
ters. The maximum allowable an-
tenna gain for the external WWAN 
base whip antenna for the cellular 
band is 2.23 dBi and PCS band is 
3.84 dBi. Also, user must maintain 
minimum 20 cm spacing between 
external antenna(s) and all person’s 
body (excluding extremities of 
hands, wrist and feet) during wire-
less modes of operation.
25-M-1-3
This product is restricted to indoor use 
due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 
GHz frequency range. FCC requires 
this product to be used indoors for the 
frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to 
reduce the potential for harmful interfer-
ence to co-channel Mobile Satellite 
systems. High power radars are allo-
cated as primary users of the 5.25 to 
5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. 
These radar stations can cause interfer-
ence with and/or damage this product.
25-M-W-1
This device complies with Part 15 of 
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to 
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful 
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any inter-
ference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired 
operation.
Models for Canada
Canadian ICES-003
This Class B digital apparatus complies 
with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B 
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du 
Canada.
7-M-2
Industry Canada
This product complies with RSS310 
Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following 
two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause interfer-
ence, and
(2) this device must accept any inter-
Responsible Party:   
Panasonic Corporation of North 
America 
One Panasonic Way 
Secaucus, NJ 07094 
Tel No:1-800-LAPTOP5 (1-800-527-
8675)
6-M-1
NOTICE for the products using LCD
This product has a fluorescent lamp 
that contains mercury. Disposal may be 
regulated in your community due to 
environmental considerations. 
For disposal or recycling information, 
please contact your local authorities, or 
the Electronic Industries Alliance: 
 
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24-M-2
ference, including interference that 
may cause undesired operation of 
the device.
30-Ca-1-1
This product (local network devices) for 
the band 5150-5250 MHz is only indoor 
usage to reduce potential for harmful 
interference to co-channel Mobile 
Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as 
primary users (meaning they have 
priority) of 5250-5350 MHz and 5650-
5850 MHz and these radars could 
cause interference and/or damage to 
LELAN devices.
30-Ca-2-1
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Read Me First
This device has been designed to 
operate with the WWAN antenna hav-
ing a maximum gain of 2.23 dB for the 
cellular band and 3.84 dB for the PCS 
band. WWAN anenna having a higher 
gain is strictly prohibited per regula-
tions of Industry Canada. The Required 
antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
To reduce potential radio interference 
Information to the User
This product and your Health
This product, like other radio devices, 
emits radio frequency electromagnetic 
energy. The level of energy emitted by 
this product however is far much less 
than the electromagnetic energy emit-
ted by wireless devices like for exam-
ple mobile phones.
Because this product operates within 
the guidelines found in radio frequency 
safety standards and recommenda-
tions, we believe this product is safe 
for use by consumers. These stan-
dards and recommendations reflect the 
consensus of the scientific community 
and result from deliberations of panels 
and committees of scientists who 
continually review and interpret the 
extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, 
the use of this product may be restrict-
ed by the proprietor of the building or 
responsible representatives of the 
organization. These situations may for 
example include:
to other users, the antenna type and its 
gain should be so chosen that the 
equivalent isotropically radiated power 
(EIRP) is not more than that required 
for successful communication.
25-Ca-1-1
or services is perceived or identified 
as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that 
applies on the use of wireless devices 
in a specific organization or environ-
ment (e.g. airports), you are encour-
aged to ask for authorization to use 
this product prior to turning on the 
product.
Regulatory Information
We are not responsible for any radio or 
television interference caused by unau-
thorized 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 distribu-
tors are not liable for damage or viola-
tion of government regulations that 
may arise from failing to comply with 
these guidelines.
26-M-1
  Using this product on board of 
airplanes, or
  In any other environment where the 
risk of interference to other devices 
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  A bord d’un avion, ou
  Dans tout autre environnement où les 
risques d’interférence sur d’autres 
appareils ou services sont perçus ou 
identifiables comme dangereux.
Informations destinées aux utilisateurs
Ce produit et votre santé
Ce produit et votre santé
Ce produit, comme tout autre appareil 
radio, émet de l’énergie radioélectrique. 
Toutefois, la quantité d’énergie émise par 
ce produit est beaucoup moins impor-
tante que l’énergie radioélectrique émise 
par des appareils sans fil tels que les 
téléphones portables. L’utilisation de ce 
produit ne comporte aucun risque pour le 
consommateur du fait que cet appareil 
opère dans les limites des directives 
concernant les normes et les recomman-
dations de sécurité sur les fréquences 
radio. Ces normes et recommandations 
reflètent le consensus de la communauté 
scientifique et résultent de délibérations 
de jurys et comités de scientifiques qui 
examinent et interprètent continuellement 
les nouveautés de la vaste littérature sur 
les recherches effectuées. Dans cer-
taines situations ou environnements, 
l’utilisation de ce produit peut être re-
streinte par le propriétaire du bâtiment ou 
par les représentants responsables de 
l’organisation. Ces situations peuvent 
être les suivantes par exemple :
Si vous n’êtes pas sûr de la réglementa-
tion applicable à l’utilisation d’appareils 
sans fil dans une organisation ou un 
environnement spécifique, (par exemple 
dans un aéroport) nous vous invitons à 
demander l’autorisation d’utiliser ce 
produit avant sa mise en marche.
Informations concernant la  
réglementation
Nous déclinons toute responsabilité pour 
toute interférence radio ou télévision 
causée par des modifications non autori-
sées apportées à ce produit. La correc-
tion d’interférences causées par de telles 
modifications non autorisées sera la 
seule responsabilité de son utilisateur. 
Nousmêmes, les revendeurs officiels et 
les distributeurs ne sommes pas respon-
sable de tout dégât ou de toute violation 
des règlements de l’État pouvant découl-
er du non-respect de ces directives.
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the opera-
tion, usage, service or repair of any Personal  Computer or Handheld Computer 
incorporating wireless WAN modem. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are 
advised to  convey the following safety information to users and operating person-
nel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals  supplied with the product. 
Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, 
manufacture and intended  use of the product. Panasonic assumes no liability for 
customer failure to comply with these precautions*1.
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Read Me First
When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions 
on the use of mobiles. Switch Personal Computer or  Handheld Com-
puter incorporating wireless WAN modem off, if instructed to do so by 
the guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be 
sensitive to RF energy.
The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equip-
ment and hearing aids can be affected by interference from  Personal 
Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem 
placed close to the device. If in doubt about potential danger, contact 
the physician or the manufacturer of the device to verify that the equip-
ment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised to keep their 
Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN 
modem away from the pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating 
wireless WAN modem before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it cannot 
be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless appliances in an 
aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with communications sys-
tems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension 
or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Do not operate Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating 
wireless WAN modem in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. 
Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel 
depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. 
Operation of any electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmo-
spheres can constitute a safety hazard.
Your Personal Computer or Handheld Computer incorporating wireless 
WAN modem receives and transmits radio frequency energy while 
switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to 
TV sets, radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow 
any special regulations and always switch off Personal Computer or 
Handheld Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem wherever 
forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or dan-
ger.
Road safety comes first! Do not use a Personal Computer or Handheld 
Computer incorporating wireless WAN modem while driving a vehicle. 
Do not place the computer with wireless WAN modem in an area where 
it could cause personal injury to the driver or passengers. It is recom-
mended to stow the unit in the boot or secure stowage area while driv-
ing.
Do not place the computer with wireless WAN modem in an area over 
an air bag or in the vicinity where an air bag may deploy.
Air bags inflate with great force and if the computer with wireless WAN 
modem is placed in the air bag deployment area may be propelled with 
 
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