My CF-C2 is not turning on

This is a very common problem with the CF-C2 design from Panasonic, and can be fixed very simply. Please follow the below steps. Please note that it may take somewhere between 2-5 attempts of this process repeated before the machine will turn on. Once resolved, the machine can be used normally once again.

1. Turn off the machine and unplug the AC adapter.
2. Remove the battery using the battery latch on the bottom, and slide the battery out.
3. Hold down the power button for 15-30 seconds to release any static.
4. Leave the unit for 15-30 seconds so that any remaining static dissipates.
5. Repeat step 3 somewhere between 2-3 times.
6. Plug in ONLY the AC adapter, and hold down the power button to turn the unit on.
7. If it turns on, plug the battery back into the unit.
8. If the unit still does not turn on, or the action of plugging the battery back into the unit turns the computer off again, repeat steps 1-8 between 2-5 times.

If after 2-5 attempts of these actions, please contact us at support@ruggedbooks.com with your serial number and order number.

Updated on: 01/02/2025