Toshiba 8100 User Manual
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Tecra 8100 Series User’s Guide
If you need assistance:
❖ www.pcsupport.toshiba.com
❖ InTouch
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Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273
For more information, see Chapter 10 on page 206 in this guide.
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Model: Tecra 8100 Series
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”
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 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular 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 to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE: Only peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be
attached to this computer. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or
peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference
to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the
external devices and the computer’s serial port, parallel port, monitor port,
USB port, PS/2™ port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications
made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties
authorized by Toshiba could void the user
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.
❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
’s authority to operate the
Contact:
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92618-1697
(949) 583-3000
Industry Canada Requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
FCC Requirements
The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to
internal modems.
Installation
When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone
company and give them the following information:
❖ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the modem.
❖ The FCC registration number of the modem.
❖ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.8B.
The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the
USOC RJ11C.
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Type of Service
Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines.
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office
implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject
to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how
many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will
provide this information upon request.
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Telephone Company Procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can.
In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in
their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your
service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you
notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain
uninterrupted service.
If Problems Arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should
immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the
telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may
temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance
of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as
soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to
correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed
by Toshiba Corporation or an authorized representative of Toshiba Corporation.
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful to use a
computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax
machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of
each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it
is sent and an identification of the business, other entity or individual sending the
message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business,
other entity or individual.
In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete
the setup for your fax software before sending a message.
Notes for users in Australia and New Zealand
For information on using a modem in Australia and New Zealand, see the
internal modem user’s guide that shipped with your unit.
Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment
1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications
network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the
appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The
Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s
satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to
this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the
following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.4B.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination
on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to
the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 5.
3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
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CD-ROM / DVD-ROM Safety Instruction
The CD-ROM / DVD-ROM drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper
use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain
for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an
authorized service location.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those
specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may
vary.)
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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a
“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the
instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of
any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED
service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to
open the enclosure.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba Corporation, with all rights reserved.
Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form
without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is
assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained
herein.
©1999 by Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved.
Export Administration Regulation
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the
approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export,
directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration
Regulations is prohibited.
Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY
OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING.
TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES
INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY
TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS
CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN
THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL
TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL
OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR
THE USE THEREOF.
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Trademarks
Tecra, AccuPoint II, Fn-esse, Noteworthy, and SelectBay are registered
trademarks, and InTouch is a service mark of Toshiba America Information
Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.
IBM and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks, and PS/2 is a trademark of
IBM Corporation.
MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, DirectX, and DirectShow are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel, LANDesk, and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
LapLink is a registered trademark of Traveling Software, Inc.
DVDExpress is a trademark of Mediamatics, Inc.
Macrovision is a trademark of Macrovision, Inc.
SoundBlaster Pro is a trademark of Creative Labs, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.
RingCentral is a registered trademark of Ring Zero Systems, Inc.
S3 Savage/MX is a trademark of S3 Corporation.
IntelliSync is a trademark of Puma Technology, Inc.
Yamaha is a registered trademark of Yamaha Corporation.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and “Dolby
Digital” are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.
Energy Star Compliance
As an Energy Star partner, Toshiba has determined that this product is Energy
Star Compliant.
Contents
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................................ 1
Making sure you have everything.......................................... 1
Finding where everything’s located........................................ 1
Front with the display panel closed................................... 2
Left side................................................................................ 3
Back...................................................................................... 4
Right side............................................................................. 6
Underside............................................................................. 7
Keyboard and display features............................................... 8
Front with the display panel open...................................... 8
Indicator panel lights........................................................... 9
External diskette drive ........................................................... 11
Chapter 2: Getting Started........................................................ 13
Selecting a place to work...................................................... 13
Creating a computer-friendly environment..................... 13
Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 14
Other precautions.................................................................. 17
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Setting up your computer.................................................... 19
Connecting the AC adapter .............................................. 19
Charging the battery......................................................... 21
Connecting other external components......................... 21
Turning on the computer...................................................... 22
Opening the display panel................................................ 22
Turning on the power....................................................... 22
Operating system.................................................................. 24
Using the computer for the first time .................................. 24
Registering your computer.............................................. 25
When and how to turn off the computer ............................ 26
Chapter 3: Connecting Other External Devices....................... 31
Using external display devices............................................. 31
Connecting the display device......................................... 32
Directing the display output when you turn on the
computer ........................................................................... 34
Adjusting the quality of the external display................... 35
Video limitations ............................................................... 35
Using an external keyboard.................................................. 36
Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key...... 36
Using a mouse...................................................................... 36
Setting up a PS/2 mouse with the AccuPoint II............. 37
Connecting a local printer..................................................... 38
Connecting the external diskette drive................................ 39
Connecting external speakers or headphones................... 40
Connecting an external microphone ................................... 40
Using an expansion device................................................... 40
Adding memory.................................................................... 41
Memory module sizes...................................................... 42
Installing a memory module............................................ 43
Removing a memory module......................................... 47
Swapping SelectBay modules ............................................. 47
Removing a module from the SelectBay........................ 48
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Inserting a module into the SelectBay............................. 50
Using the secondary battery in the SelectBay................ 51
Inserting and removing PC Cards........................................ 53
Inserting a PC Card........................................................... 53
Removing a PC Card ........................................................ 55
Setting up your PC Card for your computer................... 55
Connecting a modem ........................................................... 55
Connecting to a phone line .............................................. 56
Chapter 4: Learning the Basics................................................ 59
Precautions ............................................................................ 59
Computing tips ...................................................................... 60
Windows basics .................................................................... 61
Logging on to Windows NT............................................. 61
Using the keyboard............................................................... 63
Character keys .................................................................. 63
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard..... 64
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys ......................................................... 64
Function keys.................................................................... 65
Windows special keys...................................................... 65
Overlay keys ..................................................................... 65
Using the AccuPoint II .......................................................... 68
Starting a program................................................................ 69
Starting a program from the Start menu........................ 69
Starting a program from Explorer................................... 69
Starting a program from Run menu on the taskbar...... 70
Saving your work .................................................................. 71
Printing your work................................................................. 72
Using diskettes ...................................................................... 73
Inserting and removing diskettes.................................... 74
Diskette care ...................................................................... 74
Backing up your files............................................................. 75
Copying to a diskette ........................................................ 75
Using the optional DVD-ROM drive..................................... 75
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Inserting compact discs................................................... 77
Removing compact discs................................................ 79
Caring for CDs and DVDs ................................................ 80
Using PC Cards..................................................................... 80
Using Cardbus-compliant PC Cards............................... 81
Hot swapping.................................................................... 81
Using your computer at the office....................................... 82
Using a computer lock.......................................................... 82
Caring for your computer..................................................... 84
Cleaning the computer..................................................... 84
Moving the computer....................................................... 84
Chapter 5: Power Management............................................... 87
Toshiba’s energy-saver design............................................. 87
Running the computer on battery power ........................... 88
Charging the batteries ...................................................... 88
Monitoring battery power ................................................ 89
What to do when the battery alarm sounds....................... 92
Starting where you left off.................................................... 93
Using Standby command ............................................... 94
Using Suspend/Resume (memory) mode .................... 95
Using Hibernation mode.................................................. 97
Shutdown mode hot key................................................ 101
Restarting a computer in Standby, Suspend or
Hibernate mode .............................................................. 102
Changing batteries.............................................................. 102
Taking care of your battery................................................. 104
Safety precautions.......................................................... 104
Maximizing battery life ................................................... 105
Disposing of used batteries safely ................................ 105
Conserving power............................................................... 106
Power usage modes in Windows 98 Second
Edition.............................................................................. 106
Additional options for power.............................................. 108
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Part II: Technical Reference
Chapter 6: Exploring Your Options........................................ 113
Setting up Windows to work with your printer ................ 113
Setting up Windows 98 Second Edition to work
with your printer.............................................................. 114
Setting up Windows NT to work with your printer...... 116
Exploring audio features..................................................... 118
Using external speakers or headphones....................... 118
Recording sounds .......................................................... 119
Using Microsoft CD Player............................................. 121
Using the DVDExpress DVD Player................................... 122
Starting DVDExpress...................................................... 123
Status display window.................................................... 123
DVD Player controls ....................................................... 124
Using the DVDExpress shortcut keys........................... 128
Using DVDExpress options............................................ 129
Playing CDs and files ...................................................... 130
Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 132
Using the computer’s telephony feature ....................... 133
Setting up for communications..................................... 134
Connecting the modem to a telephone line.................. 137
Sending a fax................................................................... 137
Connecting directly to a remote computer................... 137
Connecting your computer to a network...................... 137
Toshiba’s online resources............................................. 138
Using MS-DOS programs.................................................. 138
Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 141
Fn-esse ................................................................................ 141
Starting Fn-esse ............................................................. 142
Assigning a key to a program or document ................ 143
Viewing existing key assignments ................................ 145
Changing or removing existing key assignments ....... 146
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Hardware Setup ................................................................. 146
Hardware Setup in Windows 98 Second Edition........ 146
Hardware Setup in Windows NT................................... 148
TSETUP ............................................................................... 151
Using Power Management ............................................... 152
Power Saver ........................................................................ 154
Power Saver in Windows 98 Second Edition.............. 154
Power Saver in Windows NT ........................................ 156
Expansion device properties .............................................. 158
Chapter 8: Keeping Your Files Safe........................................ 161
Using passwords in Windows .......................................... 161
User-level passwords ........................................................ 162
Protecting against forgetfulness.................................... 162
Setting a user-level password........................................ 163
Disabling the user-level password ............................... 166
Using the power-on (user-level) password.................. 168
Using the instant (user-level) password....................... 170
Supervisor-level passwords............................................... 170
Setting a supervisor-level password............................. 170
Deleting a supervisor-level password........................... 173
Hard disk drive passwords - Windows 98 Second
Edition .............................................................................. 175
Setting a hard disk drive User password...................... 175
Deleting the hard disk drive User password ................ 178
Setting a hard disk drive Master password.................. 179
Deleting a hard disk drive Master password................ 181
Hard disk drive passwords - Windows NT....................... 182
Setting a hard disk drive password............................... 182
Creating a password backup diskette........................... 187
Deleting the hard disk drive password......................... 188
Chapter 9: Managing Your Tecra 8100 Computer............... 195
Industry standard architecture........................................... 195
Wired for Management.................................................. 195
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Desktop Management Interface.................................... 196
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface.............. 196
Operating system compatibility ......................................... 197
System management.......................................................... 197
Asset management......................................................... 197
Fault management .......................................................... 199
Enterprise management software compatibility .......... 200
Advanced features via the NetDock............................... 201
Security management......................................................... 203
System password in Flash, Not CMOS......................... 203
Supervisor password..................................................... 203
Boot String....................................................................... 204
Hard disk drive password.............................................. 204
HDD supervisor level password.................................... 204
Eject password................................................................ 205
Dock prevention lock...................................................... 205
Cable connection............................................................. 205
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Guide ...................................... 207
Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 207
Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 208
Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 213
Using the Windows 98 Second Edition
troubleshooting feature.................................................. 213
A plan of action................................................................ 213
Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 213
Fixing device-related problems .......................................... 216
Memory card problems ................................................. 216
Power and the batteries.................................................. 217
Keyboard problems ........................................................ 219
AccuPoint II problems.................................................... 220
Display problems............................................................ 220
Disk drive problems........................................................ 222
Modem problems ........................................................... 225
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Problems with the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive........ 226
Sound system problems ............................................... 227
Optional devices.............................................................. 228
PC Card problems .......................................................... 228
Printer problems............................................................. 232
DVD operating problems–Windows 98 Second Edition. 233
DVDExpress problems................................................... 236
Developing good computing habits.................................. 242
If you need further assistance............................................ 243
Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 244
Toshiba's worldwide offices ............................................. 247
Part III: Appendixes
Appendix A: Hot Keys............................................................. 255
Appendix B: Features and Specifications.............................. 261
Appendix C: Power Cable Connectors.................................. 273
Appendix D: System Resources............................................ 275
Appendix E: Video Modes...................................................... 283
Glossary................................................................................... 287
Index......................................................................................... 317
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About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Safety icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Other documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii
Operating system differences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii
Service options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxiii
Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia
computing. Your new Toshiba Tecra
designed just for you. Because you or your company’s IT
personnel have been given the opportunity to choose among so
many options—display, memory, hard disk drive capacity,
processor speed, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, and operating
system—you have a computer that truly meets your specific
needs.
The Tecra 8100 notebook’s modular design also lets you add,
change, or update components at any time, making this computer
one of the most flexible tools you’ve ever owned.
This User’s Guide also contains information about your operating
system, either Microsoft
Microsoft Windows NT
with your computer.
HINT: Throughout this guide, the Windows NT Workstation
4.0 operating system is referred to as Windows NT.
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Windows® 98 Second Edition, or
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Workstation 4.0, and how they work
®
8100 notebook computer is
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About this guide
This product comes with a user’s guide in printed form and
electronic form on the Configuration Builder CD.
The “electronic book” lets you keep your guide with you wherever
you and your computer go. Special indexing features and quick
access to related topics make the electronic book an easy reference
to use.
The printed guide introduces the computer’s features in which you
can:
❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end.
❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.
❖ Use the tables of contents and the index to find specific
information.
If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook
computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to
familiarize yourself with the components of the computer. After
that, seek out whatever interests you most.
Safety icons
This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in
order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal
injuries or damage to your equipment. The safety instructions
have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and
are highlighted with icons as follows:
DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety
instruction is not observed.
WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not
observed.
CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety
instruction is not observed.
NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe
operation of the equipment or related items.
Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
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TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical
information about the unit.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used
in the text.
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Other documentation
In addition to this guide, your computer may come with the
following documentation:
❖ An electronic user’s guide you can install by using your
Configuration Builder CD supplied with your system.
❖ The To sh i b a Companion Diskette Guide explains when to use
the Toshiba Companion Diskette and how to use the
programs on the diskette that are not discussed in this guide.
❖ The Toshiba Configuration Builder CD Instructions explain
how to completely recover, selectively reinstall, or custom
configure your system.
❖ The Windows documentation explains the features of the
Microsoft Windows operating system.
❖ Guides for other software that may come preinstalled on your
computer and additional software on your Configuration
Builder CD.
Operating system differences
Under Windows 98 Second Edition, the following features are not
supported:
❖ Suspend/Resume (memory) mode
Under Windows NT, the following features are not supported:
❖ CardAid
❖ Universal Serial Bus (USB) port
❖ Device Manager
❖ Microsoft online registration
❖ Hibernation mode
❖ Standby command
❖ RingCentral
❖ PC Card hot swapping
❖ Plug and Play device installation
❖ Safe mode
TECHNICAL NOTE: Though Windows NT does not support
USB (Universal Serial Port) specifications, you can still use
a USB-compliant mouse or keyboard by setting the USB
Legacy item in TSETUP to Enabled.
Service options
Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its
SelectServ™ warranty programs. See the warranty and service
material included with your computer for registration information.
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If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If you need
further assistance” on page 243.
PART I
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
COMPUTER
What’s in Part I
This part explains the computer components of your Tecra 8100 and how
to use them. Don’t hesitate to skip around. Guides, such as this one, are not
meant to be read from cover to cover.
Chapter 1
Making sure you have everything . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Finding where everything’s located . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keyboard and display features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
External diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Finding Your Way Around
This chapter presents a “grand tour” of your Tecra 8100 computer
with illustrations to guide you along your way.
It serves as a reference when you need to locate specific parts of the computer.
Making sure you have everything
Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped
with your unit to make sure you received everything.
If any items are missing or damaged, notify your network administrator.
Finding where everything’s located
The next few pages take you on a guided tour of the computer and its components.
1
Finding Your Way Around
2
Finding where everything’s located
Front with the display panel closed
System indicator panel
Battery
Reset button
Volume control dial
The system indicator panel is made up of several status lights that
provide information about various system functions. See “System
indicator lights” on page 9 for a description of each of the panel
lights.
Sliding the display latch opens the computer display panel. For
more information, see “Keyboard and display features” on page 8
The battery powers the computer when it is not connected to an AC outlet.
Display latch
.
The volume control dial lets you adjust the loudness of the system
speakers.
Pressing the reset button restarts the computer. This button
overrides the Suspend/Standby command in Windows, which
enable you to continue working from where you left off. Use this
button when other methods of restarting the computer have failed.
CAUTION: Never use a pencil to press the reset button.
Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.
Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
Left side
Finding Your Way Around
Finding where everything’s located
3
PC Card ejection tabs
PC Card slots
Cooling vent
PC Card lock
External diskette drive port cover
Speaker
Headphone jack
Microphone jack
Power button
Power button cover
The PC Card ejection tabs allow easy removal of PC Cards.
The PC Card slots allow you to use Type I, Type II, or Type III PC Cards.
The left side speaker lets you hear stereo sound from a CD or
DVD in addition to system alarms and audible warnings
associated with your software.
The 3.5 mm headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones
or other audio output devices. Connecting headphones or other
devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers.
The 3.5 mm microphone jack lets you connect an external
monaural microphone or other audio input device. Connecting a
microphone or other device to this jack automatically disables the
internal microphone.
The cooling vent provides ventilation to keep the computer’s
Pentium
®
processor from overheating. This lets the processor
continue performing at its maximum speed.
CAUTION: To prevent possible overheating of the Pentium
processor, make sure you don’t block the cooling vent.
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
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Finding Your Way Around
Finding where everything’s located
The PC Card lock, when used with the security lock, prevents unauthorized removal of the PC Cards.
The external diskette drive cover protects the external drive port.
To connect the external diskette drive, fold back the cover to
expose the port.
For more information about the external diskette drive, see
“External diskette drive” on page 11.
On
Back
USB port
PS/2 port
Infrared port
Monitor port
Expansion port
The power button cover protects the power button. Slide this cover
toward the rear of the computer to reveal the power button. For
more information, see “Turning on the computer” on page 22.
Serial port
Parallel port
DC IN socket
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a connection for
USB peripherals. USB is a single-cabling and connection standard
that supports a data transfer rate of up to 12 million bits per second
(Mbps) for peripherals such as keyboards, pointing devices, and a
video camera. USB allows “hot swapping” of peripherals, which
means that components may be plugged and unplugged while the
computer is on.
NOTE: The USB port is not supported in Windows NT.
Part I: Getting to Know Your Computer
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