Toshiba A600, R600 User Manual

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User’s Manual

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi

FCC information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

EU Conformity Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

VCCI Class B Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Modem warning notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Japan regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Following information is only valid for EU-member States:. . . . . . . .xv

Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries . . . . . . . . xvi

Optical disc drive safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii

International precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

Preface

Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxii

General Precautions

Provide adequate ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxv

Creating a computer-friendly environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvi

Stress injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvi

Heat injury. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvi

Pressure or impact damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvii

Mobile phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvii

Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xxvii

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

System Recovery Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

System Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

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Chapter 2

The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19

Chapter 3 Hardware, Utilities and Options

Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

TOSHIBA Value Added Package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Utilities and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Optional devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Using the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Web Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Using the TOSHIBA Face Recognition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31

Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32

Sound System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33

Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35

Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39

LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42

Computer Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44

Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-45

Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-47

Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Function keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Soft keys: FN key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

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Chapter 6

Power and Power-Up Modes

Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Monitoring of power condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11

Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14

Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

System automatic Sleep/Hibernation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15

Chapter 7 HW Setup

Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

TOSHIBA support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23

Appendix A Specifications

Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Appendix B Display Controller and Video mode

Display controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

Video mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

Appendix C Wireless LAN

Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1

Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2

Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3

Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2

Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2

Using Bluetooth Adaptor from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan . . . . D-4

Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors

Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1

Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer Appendix G TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Appendix H Legal Footnotes

Non-applicable Icons*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1

CPU*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-1

Memory (Main System)*3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-2

Battery Life*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity*5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3

LCD*6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3

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Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU")*7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-3

Wireless LAN*8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4

USB Sleep and Charge*9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4

Copy Protection*10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-4

Glossary Index

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Copyright

Disclaimer

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© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

TOSHIBA PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition September 2008 Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, databases and

other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner. Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home. Any other use beyond that stipulated above (including conversion to digital format, alteration, transfer of copied material and distribution on a network) without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author's rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action. Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual.

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual.

T rademarks

IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.

Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Windows, Microsoft and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license.

Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA. Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used

in this manual.

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FCC information

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, 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 into 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.

Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. 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 external monitor port, Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) ports, eSATA/USB combo 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’s authority to operate the equipment.

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

FCC conditions

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.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Contact

Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618-1697

Telephone: (949) 583-3000

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EU Conformity Statement

This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.

Responsible for CEmarking:

Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1 Shibaura 1-chome,

The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following internet page:

http://epps.toshiba-teg.com/

VCCI Class B Information

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001, Japan

Modem warning notice

This information is applicable to the models equipped with a built-in modem.

Conformity Statement

The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision "CTR21"] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched T elephone Network (PSTN).

However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

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Network Compatibility Statement

This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121.

Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010 Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04

Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01

Switzerland ATAAB AN002 All other countries/regions ATAAB AN003,004

Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.

The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given.

Japan regulations

Region selection

If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17

P03,04,08,10

Redial

Up to two redial attempts can be made. If more than two redial attempts are made, the modem will return Black Listed. If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one minute or longer.

Japan’s Telecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on analogue telephones, but the redials must be made within a total of three minutes.

The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment.

A05-0413001

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This label is located on the module.

Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68:

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 registration number that is located on the device

The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device which is to be installed, or, if already installed, on the bottom of the computer outside of the main system label.

■ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary.

For the REN of your modem, refer to your modem’s label.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.

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 for any person 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 of your fax software before sending messages.

Use only No. 26AWG or larger modular cable.

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Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1. 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 systems, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

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 the modem, which can vary. For the REN of your modem, refer to your modem’s label.

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. The IC registration number of the modem is shown below.

Canada: 4005B-DELPHI

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Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand

Modem warning notice for Australia

Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia. The use of other country/region setting while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in you modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. To verify that the country/region is correctly set, enter the command ATI which displays the currently active setting.

To set the country/region permanently to Australia, enter the following command sequence:

AT%TE=1 ATS133=1 AT&F AT&W AT%TE=0 ATZ

Failure to set the modem to the Australia country/region setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. Consequently, there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the Telecoms Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of $12,000 for the connection of non-permitted equipment.

Notes for use of this device in New Zealand

■ The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom

acceptance of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers. Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom.

■ In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work

properly if: a/ it is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and. b/ the application using the modem is compatible with the application

at the other end of the call - e.g., accessing the Internet requires suitable software in addition to a modem.

■ This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute

a nuisance to other Telecom customers.

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■ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s PTC

Specifications are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications:

a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number

within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and

b/ The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30

seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next.

c/ Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5

seconds apart.

■ Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically

damaged, and arrange for its disposal or repair.

■ The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as

follows:

ATB0 (CCITT operation) AT&G2 (1800 Hz guard tone) AT&P1 (Decadic dialing make-break ratio =33%/67%) ATS0=0 (not auto answer) ATS6=4 (Blind dial delay) ATS7=less than 90 (Time to wait to carrier after dialing) ATS10=less than 150 (loss of carrier to hangup delay, factory

default of 15 recommended) ATS11=90 (DTMF dialing on/off duration=90 ms) ATX2 (Dial tone detect, but not (U.S.A.) call progress detect)

■ When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with a

value of 3 or 4. This ensures:

■ a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before

the modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network.

■ caller identification information (which occurs between the first and

second ring cadences) is not destroyed.

■ The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones (ATDT...) as this

is faster and more reliable than pulse (decadic) dialing. If for some reason you must use decadic dialing, your communications program must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand “Reverse Dialing” standard.

Number to be dialed: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Number to program into computer: 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Note that where DTMF dialing is used, the numbers should be

entered normally.

■ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of

this there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before reporting such occurrences as faults, please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired.

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■ It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the

Telecom line during electrical storms.

■ When relocating the equipment, always disconnect the Telecom line

connection before the power connection, and reconnect the power first.

■ This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert

cadences and services such as FaxAbility.

NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE CAUSES MAY INCUR A CHARGE FROM TELECOM

General conditions

As required by PTC 100, please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications.

The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork. The Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without Telecom approval.

A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format, size and color on the attached sheet.

The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network.

The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as required in PTC 100.

The charge for a Telepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non-Telecom New Zealand Specifications. $112.50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original.

An invoice for $NZ1237.50 will be sent under separate cover.

Following information is only valid for EU-member States:

Disposal of products

The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They will be separated at the recycling centres.

The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13, 2005.

By participating in separate collection of products and batteries, you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country, please visit our website (http://eu.computers.toshibaeurope.com) or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators

The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batte ries an d/or accumulators must be collected and dispos ed of se p arate ly from hous ehold waste.

If the battery or accumulator contains mo re than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb) , m ercury (Hg) and /or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.

By participating in separate collection of batteries, you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and b atteries and thu s help to pr eve nt potential negative consequences for the environmen t and h uman h ealth. For more detailed information about the co llectio n and r ecyclin g prog rammes available in your country , please visit our website (http://eu.computers.toshibaeurope.com) or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product.

These symbols may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased.

Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries

■ Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and

regulations. For further information, contact your local government.

■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the

batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.

■ Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local

government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government.

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Optical disc drive safety instructions

Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.

Panasonic Communications

DVD Super Multi UJ-844

■ The DVD Super Multi drive model 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 ope n the

enclosure.

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When DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL format disc is read with this drive, the disc is available only to read.

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Panasonic Communications

DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ862

■ The DVD Super Multi drive model 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 ope n the

enclosure.

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International precautions

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

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 this manual 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.

VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-System und ist als “LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT” klassifiziert. Für den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste “autorisierte Service-Vertretung”. Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät nicht geöffnet werden.

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ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.

APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER!

Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsatte sig for laserstråling.

PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600

OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.

VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN.

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.

If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing, first read over the Chapter 1, Getting Started and Chap te r 3, Hardware,

Utilities and Options chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer’s

features, components and accessory devices. Then read Chapter 1,

Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.

If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to read the Special

features section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options to learn

about features that are uncommon or unique to this computer, as well as the section on Chapter 7, HW Setup, to understand how to setup and configure these features.

Read Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options if connecting optional products or external devices.

Conventions

This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures.

Abbreviations

On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.

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Icons

Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. T he indicator panel also uses icons to iden ti fy th e co mponents it is providing information on.

Keys

The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, ENTER identifies the ENTER key.

Key operation

Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, CTRL + C means you must hold down CTRL and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third.

ABC

When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the icon's name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left.

Display

S ABC

Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the type face you see to the left.

Messages

Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.

Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.

Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.

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Terminology

This term is defined in this document as follows:

Start The word "Start" refers to the " " button in

Microsoft® Windows Vista®.

HDD or Hard disk drive

Illustration In this manual, situations where the port and

Some models are equipped with a "Solid State Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive.

In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk drive" also refers to the SSD unless otherwise stated.

connector locations for the PORTÉGÉ R600 and PORTÉGÉ A600 are the same, the locations are shown in the illustrations for the PORTÉGÉ R600.

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General Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

Provide adequate ventilation

■ Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate

ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the following:

■ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.

■ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such

as anelectric blanket or heater.

■ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the

base of the computer.

■ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your

computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.

■ Always provide sufficient space around the computer.

■ Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,

computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

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Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer.

Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

T o keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from:

■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as

stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.

■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature

change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort also includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.

Heat injury

■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is

used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury.

■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with

the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot.

■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this

condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.

■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the

material could become damaged.

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Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's components or otherwise cause it to malfunction.

Mobile phones

Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.

Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be sure to read it before using the computer.

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Getting Started

This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and basic information to start using your computer.

Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA.

Equipment checklist

Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use.

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 Portable Personal Computer

■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)

■ Battery pack (Is pre-installed in some computer)

Chapter 1

Documentation

■ PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 Series User Information Guide

■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

■ End User License Agreement

If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

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Software

The following Windows® operating system and utility software are preinstalled.

■ Microsoft Windows Vista

■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package

■ Recovery Disc Creator

■ DVD Video Player

■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities

■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility

■ CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer

■ TOSHIBA Assist

■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree™

■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection

■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator

■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition (Is preinstalled in some models)

■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor

■ TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility

■ Fingerprint Utility

■ Online Manual

■ PORTÉGÉ R600/PORTÉGÉ A600 User's Manual (This manual)

Getting Started

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■ All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first

time.

■ Be sure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

for information on the safe and proper use of this computer. It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer. By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand, arms, shoulders or neck.

This section provides basic information to start using your computer. It covers the following topics:

■ Connecting the AC adaptor

■ Opening the display

■ Turning on the power

■ Starting up for the first time

■ Turning off the power

■ Restarting the computer

■ System Recovery Options

■ Creating Optical Recovery Discs

■ Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive

■ Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Discs

Getting Started

■ Use a virus-check program and make sure it is updated regularly.

■ Never format storage media without checking its content - formatting

destroys all stored data.

■ It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or

other main storage device to external media. General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss.

■ Before you install a device or application, save any data in memory to

the hard disk drive or other storage media. Failure to do so may result in the loss of data.

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Connecting the AC adaptor

Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power.

The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to Cha pt er 6 , Power and Power-Up Modes.

■ Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your

computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. T OSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.

■ Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not

correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

■ Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal

voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use. Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock, possi bly resulting in serious injury.

■ The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in

the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region. For use in other regions, please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region.

■ Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.

■ When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer, always follow the

steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Manual. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.

■ Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface,

furniture, or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor's surface increase in temperature during normal use.

■ Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface

that is resistant to heat damage.

Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions.

Getting Started

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1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

Figure 1-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (2-pin plug)

Figure 1-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor (3-pin plug)

Either a 2-pin or 3-pin adaptor/cord will be included with the computer depending on the model.

2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN 15V jack on the left side of the computer.

DC IN 15V jack

DC output plug

Figure 1-3 Connecting the DC output plug to the computer (PORTÉGÉ R600)

3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet - the Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow.

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Opening the display

The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.

While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised, slowly lift the display panel - this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity.

Display panel

Figure 1-4 Opening the display panel (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer.

■ Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress

on the display panel’s hinges and cause damage.

■ Do not press or push on the display panel.

■ Do not lift the computer by the display panel.

■ Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in

between the display panel and the keyboard.

■ When opening or closing the display panel, place one hand on the

palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel (Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel).

Getting Started

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Turning on the power

This section describes how to turn on the power - the Power indicator will then indicate the status. Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information.

■ After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you

have set up the operating system. Please refer to the section Starting

up for the first time for more information.

■ Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows Setup.

1. Open the display panel.

2. Press and hold the computer's power button for two or three seconds.

Power button

Figure 1-5 Turning on the power (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Getting Started

Starting up for the first time

The Microsoft Windows Vista Startup Screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power. Follow the on-screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system.

When it is displayed, be sure to read the Software License Terms carefully.

Turning off the power

The power can be turned off in one of three modes, either Shut Down Mode, Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode.

Shut Down Mode

When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system's main screen the next time it is turned on.

1. If you have entered data, either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media.

2. Make sure all disk/disc activity has stopped before removing the CD/DVD or floppy diskette.

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Getting Started

■ Make sure the Hard Disk Drive or Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc

Drive indicator is off. If you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is

being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk.

■ Never turn off the power while an application is running. Doing so could

cause loss of data.

■ Never turn off the power, disconnect an external storage device or

remove storage media during data read/write. Doing so can cause data loss.

3. Click Start.

4. Click the arrow button ( ) located in the power management buttons ( ) and select Shut Down from the menu.

5. Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer.

Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately - wait a short period to avoid any potential damage.

Sleep Mode

If you have to interrupt your work, you are able to turn off the power without exiting from your software by placing the computer into Sleep Mode. In this mode data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.

When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled, always completely shut down the computer. This includes turning off any wireless communication switches or devices, and canceling settings that reactivate the computer automatically, such as a timer recording function. Failure to completely shut down the computer in this way could allow the operating system to reactivate and run pre-programmed tasks or preserve unsaved data, which could interfere with aviation or other systems, possibly causing serious injury.

■ Before entering Sleep Mode, be sure to save your data.

■ Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in

Sleep Mode. The computer or the memory module could be damaged.

■ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode

(unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in memory could be lost.

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Getting Started

■ When the AC adaptor is connected, the computer will go into Sleep

Mode according to the settings in the Power Options (to access it, Start

-> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options).

■ To restore the operation of the computer from Sleep Mode, press and

hold the power button or any key on the keyboard for a short amount of time. Please note that keyboard keys can only be used if the Wake-up on Keyboard option is enabled within the HW Setup utility.

■ If the computer enters Sleep Mode while a network application is

active, the application might not be restored when the computer is next turned on and the system returns from Sleep Mode.

■ To prevent the computer from automatically entering Sleep Mode,

disable Sleep Mode within the Power Options (to access it, Start

-> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options).

■ To use the Hybrid Sleep function, configure it in the Power Options.

Benefits of Sleep Mode

The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits:

■ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the

Hibernation Mode feature.

■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives

no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature.

■ Allows the use of the panel power off feature.

Executing Sleep Mode

You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN + F3 - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.

You can enter Sleep Mode in one of four ways:

■ Click Start then click the power button ( ) located in the power

management buttons ( ). Please note that this feature must be enabled within the Power Options

(to access it, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance

-> Power Options).

■ Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) and select Sleep from the

menu.

■ Close the display panel. Please note that this feature must be enabled

within the Power Options (to access it, click Start -> Control Panel

-> System and Maintenance -> Power Options).

■ Press the power button. Please note that this feature must be enabled

within the Power Options (to access it, click Start -> Control Panel

-> System and Maintenance -> Power Options).

When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer.

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Getting Started

■ When the computer is in Sleep Mode, the Power indicator will blink

orange.

■ If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen

the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode - Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off.

Sleep Mode limitations

Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions:

■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.

■ Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.

Hibernation Mode

The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that, the next time it is turned on, the previous state is restored. Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer.

■ Save your data. While entering Hibernation Mode, the computer saves

the contents of memory to the hard disk drive. However, for safety sake, it is best to save your data manually.

■ Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor

before the save is completed. Wait for the Hard Disk Drive or Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive indicator to go out.

■ Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in

Hibernation Mode. Data will be lost.

Benefits of Hibernation Mode

The Hibernation Mode feature pro vi des the following benefits:

■ Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically

shuts down because of a low battery condition.

■ Y ou can return to your previous working environment immediately when

you turn on the computer.

■ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives

no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature.

■ Allows the use of the panel power off feature.

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Starting Hibernation Mode

You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN + F4 - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.

To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.

1. Click St art.

2. Click the arrow button ( ) in the power management buttons

( ) and select Hibernate from the menu.

Automatic Hibernation Mode

The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. In order to define these settings, you can follow the steps as described below:

1. Click St art and click the Control Panel.

2. Click System and Maintenance and click Power Options.

3. Click Choose what the power button does or Choose what closing

the lid does.

4. Enable the desired Hibernation Mode settings for When I press the

power button and When I close the lid.

5. Click the Save changes button.

Data save in Hibernation Mode

When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive. During this time, the Hard Disk Drive or Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive indicator will glow.

After you turn off the computer , and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.

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Restarting the computer

Certain conditions require that you reset the computer, for example if:

■ You change certain computer settings.

■ An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard

commands.

If you need to restart the computer, there are three ways this can be achieved:

■ Click Start then click the arrow button ( ) in the power manage me n t

buttons ( ) and select Restart from the menu.

■ Press CTRL, ALT and DEL simultaneously (once) to display the menu

window, then select Restart from the Shut down options.

■ Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Once the

computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button.

System Recovery Options

About 1.5GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options.

This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem.

The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted.

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System Recovery Options

The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory. The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems, run diagnostics or restore the system.

See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startup Repair.

The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems.

The procedure is as follows. Follow the instructi ons shown on the onscreen menu.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. While holding the F8 key, turn on the computer.

3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed.

Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions. The Windows Vista CompletePC Backup feature can be used on Windows

Vista Business Edition and Ultimate Edition.

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System Recovery

This section describes the creation of Recovery Discs and their use.

Creating Optical Recovery Discs

This section describes how to create Recovery Discs.

■ For models that do not provide with optical disc drives, an external

optical disc drive is required to create the Recovery Discs. A writable external optical disc drive that is sold separately and compatible to the computer is required to create the Recovery Discs. It can be purchased from TOSHIBA dealers.

■ This machine supporting the following optical disc drives for

creating optical recovery discs: External DVD Super Multi Drive PA3454U External CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive PA3438U

■ Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Discs.

■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Disc

Creator.

■ Do not run software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load

on the CPU.

■ Operate the computer at full power.

■ Do not use power-saving features.

■ Do not write to the disc when the virus check software is running. Wait

for it to finish, then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background.

■ Do not use utilities, including those intended to enhance hard disk drive

access speed. They may cause unstable operation and damage data.

■ Do not shut down/log off or Sleep/Hibernate while writing or rewriting

the disc.

■ Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subjected to

vibrations such as airplanes, trains, or cars.

■ Do not use on an unstable surface such as a stand.

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A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive, and can be copied to either CD or DVD media by using the following steps:

1. Select either blank CD or DVD media.

2. DVD Super Multi drive: The application will allow you to choose from a

variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW. DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer: The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL and DVD+RW.

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Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with the optical disc drive installed into your computer. You should therefore verify the optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding.

3. Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows Vista operating

system from the hard disk drive as normal.

4. Insert the first blank media into the optical disc drive tray .

5. Double click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows Vista

desktop, or select the application from Start Menu.

6. Af ter Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title

you wish to copy, and then click the Create button.

If your optical disc drive can only write to CDs, select 'CD' as the 'Disc Set' within the Recovery Disc Creator application.

Otherwise, if your optical disc drive can write both CDs and DVDs, select the type of media you wish to create.

Restoring the pre-installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive

A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre-installed software in the event of a problem.

If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again, do not change, delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual, otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available.

In addition, if you use a third-party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive, you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer.

When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN + ESC key, be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before

starting the restore process. Please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.

You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre-installed software without System Recovery Options.

When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost.

1. Turn off your computer.

2. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyboard, turn on your

computer.

3. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-screen

instructions.

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Restoring the pre-installed software from your created Recovery Discs

A recovery CD, created according to the Creating Optical Recovery Discs section in this chapter, is required to restore the software. In order to create a recovery CD, an external optical disc drive is required for models which are not equipped with an internal optical disc drive. It can be purchased from TOSHIBA dealers.

■ This machine supporting the following optical disc drives for

restoring the pre-installed software: External DVD Super Multi Drive PA3454U External CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive PA3438U

If the pre-installed files are damaged, you are able to either use the Recovery Discs you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it. To perform this restoration, follow the steps below:

When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN + ESC key, be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before

starting the restore process. Please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.

You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre-installed software without System Recovery Options.

When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost.

1. Load the Recovery Discs into the optical disc drive and turn off the

computer's power.

2. While holding down F12 key on the keyboard, turn on your computer -

when the TOSHIBA logo screen appears, release the F12 key.

3. Use the left and right cursors key to select the CD-ROM icon from the

menu. Please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup for further information.

4. A menu will be displayed from which you should follow the on-screen

instructions.

When removing pre-installed drivers / utilities or when installing, you can setup the respective drivers / utilities from the following folder. C:\TOSAPINS\***

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This chapter identifies the various components of the computer - it is recommended that you become familiar with each before you operate the computer.

Legal Footnote (Non-applicable Icons)*1

For more information regarding Non-applicable Icons, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *1 above.

Please handle your computer carefully to avoid scratching or damaging the surface.

Front with the display closed

The following figure shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position.

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System indicators

Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display panel closed (PORTÉGÉ R600)

System indicators

Figure 2-2 Front of the computer with display panel closed (PORTÉGÉ A600)

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System indicators The se LED indicators allow you to monitor the

status of various computer functions and are described in more detail within the System

indicators section.

The following figure shows the computer’s left side.

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

Headphone jack

DC IN 15V jack

External monitor port

Cooling vents

Volume control dial

Headphone jack

Volume control dial

DC IN 15V jack

eSATA/USB combo port

Figure 2-3 The left side of the computer (PORTÉGÉ R600)

External monitor port

Cooling vents

eSATA/USB combo port

Figure 2-4 The left side of the computer (PORTÉGÉ A600)

Microphone jack

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

Microphone jack

DC IN 15V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to

power the computer and charge its internal batteries. Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase - using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer.

External monitor port

This port provides 15-pin, analog VGA port. This port allows you to connect an external

monitor to the computer.

There are no fastening screws for an external monitor cable on this computer's external monitor port. However, external monitor cables which have connectors with fastening screws can still be used.

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eSATA/USB combo port

One eSATA/USB combo port, which complies to the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the left hand side of the computer. The ports with the icon ( ) has USB Sleep and Charge. This port has eSATA (External Serial ATA) function.

Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the eSATA/USB combo port. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available . In view of this it may be no ted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly.

Cooling vents The cooling vents help keep the processor from

overheating.

Do not block the cooling vents. Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the cooling vents. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

One Universal Serial Bus port, which complies to the USB 2.0 standard, is provided on the left hand side of the computer.

Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables

connection of a three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.

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Right side

Headphone jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables

connection of stereo headphones.

Volume control dial Use this dial to adjust the volume of the internal

monaural speaker and optional external stereo headphones (if connected).

Move the Volume control dial to the right to decrease the volume and to the left to increase the volume.

The following figure shows the computer’s right side.

SD Card slot

Optical disc drive

Figure 2-5 The right side of the computer (PORTÉGÉ R600)

ExpressCard slot

Wireless communication switch

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

Wireless communication switch

LAN jack

Security lock slot

LAN jack

Optical disc drive

SD Card slot

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

Security lock slot

Figure 2-6 The right side of the computer (PORTÉGÉ A600 Optical disc drive model)

ExpressCard slot

Modem jack

SD Card slot

Wireless communication switch

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

LAN jack

Security lock slot

Figure 2-7 The right side of the computer (PORTÉGÉ A600 Modem model)

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SD Card slot This slot can accommodate a single SD/SDHC

memory card in order to transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras, onto your computer.

Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the SD Card slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Modem jack The modem jack lets you use a modular cable to

connect the modem directly to a telephone line. Some models are equipped with a modem jack.

■ Connection to any communication line other than an analog phone line

could cause a PC system failure.

■ Connect the built-in modem only to ordinary analog phone lines.

■ Never connect the built-in modem to a digital line (ISDN).

■ Never connect the built-in modem to the digital connector on a

public telephone or to a digital private branch exchange (PBX).

■ Never connect the built-in modem to a key telephone system for

residences or offices.

■ Avoid using your computer modem with the telephone cable connected

during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

Optical disc drive The computer is configured with a DVD Super

Multi drive. Some models are equipped with an optical disc

drive.

ExpressCard slot This slot allows you to install a single

ExpressCard device.

Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of the ExpressCard slot. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

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Wireless communication switch

Slide this switch to the left to turn off Wireless LAN, Bluetooth™ and Wireless WAN functions. Slide it to the right to turn on the functions.

Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth, Wireless LAN and Wireless WAN functions.

■ Do not use the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi®) or Bluetooth functionalities near

a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields. Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wi-Fi or Bluetooth operation.

■ T urn all wireless functionalities off when near a person who may have a

cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device. Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation, possibly resulting in serious injury. Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any wireless functionality.

■ Always turn off wireless functionality if the computer is near automatic

control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors. Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0) port

One Universal Serial Bus port is on the right side. Refer to Left side section, for details.

LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor

has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T). Refer to Chapter 4,

Operating Basics, for details.

■ Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack. It

could cause damage or malfunction.

■ Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply. It could cause

damage or malfunction.

Security lock slot A security cable can be attached to this slot and

then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer.

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The following figure shows the computer’s back.

Battery pack

Figure 2-8 The back of the computer (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Battery pack

Figure 2-9 The back of the computer (PORTÉGÉ A600)

Battery pack The battery pack provides power to the computer

when the AC adaptor is not connected. For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power

and Power-Up Modes.

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Underside

The following figure shows the underside of the computer. You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage.

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Battery lock

Notches

Memory module slot

Battery release latch

Figure 2-10 The underside of the computer (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Docking port

Battery lock

Memory module slot

Notches

Battery release latch

Docking port

Figure 2-11 The underside of the computer (PORTÉGÉ A600)

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Notches Notches on the computer engage hooks on the

TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II to ensure a secure connection.

Docking port This port enables connection of an optional

TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II described in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.

■ Only the TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II can be used with this

computer. Do not attempt to use any other Port Replicator.

■ Keep foreign objects out of the docking port. A pin or similar object can

damage the computer's circuitry. A plastic shutter protects the connector.

■ Do not use the computer's External monitor port, when connecting the

TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator to the computer.

Memory module slot The memory module slot allows for the

installation, replacement and removal of additional memory module.

Refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 3, Hardware, Utilities and Options.

Battery release latch Slide and hold this latch into its 'Unlock' position

in order to release the battery pack for removal. For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6, Power

and Power-Up Modes.

Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack

ready for removal.

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Front with the display open

This section shows the computer with the display panel open. In order to open the display, lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you.

Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antennas, Wireless WAN antennas (Not shown)

Display screen

Display hinge

Speaker

Power button

Figure 2-12 The front of the computer with the display panel open (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Microphone

Web Camera LED

Web Camera

LCD Sensor switch (Not shown)

Display hinge

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TOSHIBA Assist button

Back light On/Off button

Fingerprint Sensor

Touch Pad control buttons

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Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN antennas, Wireless WAN antennas (Not shown)

Display screen

Display hinge

Speaker

Power button

Keyboard

Microphone

Web Camera LED

Web Camera

LCD Sensor switch (Not shown)

Display hinge

TOSHIBA Assist button

Touch Pad

TOSHIBA Presentation button

Fingerprint Sensor

Touch Pad control buttons

Figure 2-13 The front of the computer with the display panel open (PORTÉGÉ A600)

Display hinges The display hinges allow the display panel to be

position at a variety of easy-to-view angles.

Display screen Please be aware that, when the computer is

operating on the AC adaptor, the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power. This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries. For more information on the computer's display, please refer to the Display

Controller and Video mode section in Appendix

Web Camera LED

The Web Camera LED glows when the Web Camera is operating.

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Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to

record video or take photographs with your computer. You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger. Camera Assistant Software will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph.

Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications.

The effective pixel count for this web camera is

0.3 million (maximum photograph size: 640x480 pixels).

Some models are equipped with a Web Camera. Please refer to the Web Camera section in

Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

Touch Pad The Touch Pad located in the center of the palm

rest is used to control the movement of the onscreen pointer. For more information, please refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

Touch Pad control buttons

The control buttons located below the T ouch Pad allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on-screen pointer.

Microphone A built-in microphone allows you to import and

record sounds for your application - please refer to the Sound System section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics for more information.

Keyboard The internal keyboard provides the embedded

numeric overlay keys, dedicated cursor control overlay keys, and Keys. The keyboard is compatible with the IBM

enhanced keyboard.

Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

Speaker The internal monaural speaker emits sound

generated by your software as well as audio alarms, generated by the system.

Power button Press this button to turn the computer's power on

and off.

TOSHIBA Assist button

Press this button to launch the program automatically. When power-off, Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode, press this button to start the computer and launch the program.

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Back light On/Off button

Press this button to turn on or off the back light of the display screen.

If you turn off the back light outdoors in a good weather, you can use the computer for a longer period.

Some models are equipped with a Back light On/Off button.

TOSHIBA Presentation button

The TOSHIBA Presentation button has the same functionality as the Connect display button in the Mobility Center. Pressing this button when an external display is connected will open the Windows Vista TMM (Transient Multimon Manager) screen.

Some models are equipped with a TOSHIBA Presentation button.

Fingerprint Sensor

This sensor enables you to enroll and recognize a fingerprint.

For detailed information on Fingerprint Sensor, refer to Chapter 4, Using the Fingerprint Sensor.

LCD Sensor switch This switch senses when the display panel is

either closed or opened and activates the Panel Power Off/On feature as appropriate. For example, when you close the display panel the computer enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down and then, when you next open the display, the computer will automatically start up and return you to the application you were previously working on.

You can specify within the Power Options. To access it, click Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance -> Power Options.

Do not put any magnetic objects close to this switch as they may cause the computer to automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel Power Off feature is disabled.

Bluetooth antenna Some computers in this series are equipped with

a Bluetooth antenna.

Wireless LAN antenna

Wireless WAN antenna

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Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless LAN antenna.

Some computers in this series are equipped with the Wireless WAN antenna.

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This section explains indicator functions.

The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress.

Figure 2-14 System indicators

DC IN The DC IN indicator normally glows white or

green when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor. However, If the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal, or if the computer's power supply malfunctions, this indicator will flash orange.

Power The Power indicator normally glows white or

green when the computer is turned on. However, if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode, this indicator will flash orange - approximately one second on, two seconds off - both while the system is shutting down and while it remains turned off.

Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the

battery's charge - white or green indicates the battery is fully charged, orange indicates the battery is charging, and flashing orange indicates a low battery condition. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for more information on this feature.

Hard Disk Drive or Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive

SD Card The SD Card indicator glows white or green

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■ PORTÉGÉ R600

The Hard Disk Drive indicator glows white whenever the computer is accessing the built-in hard disk drive or eSATA device.

■ PORTÉGÉ A600

The Hard Disk Drive/Optical Disc Drive indicator glows green whenever the computer is accessing the built-in hard disk drive, optical disc drive or eSATA device.

when the computer is accessing the device in the SD Card slot.

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Wireless communication

The Wireless communication indicator glows orange when the Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions are turned on.

Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions.

Wireless WAN The Wireless WAN indicator glows or blinks blue

when the Wireless WAN function is on. The indicator will glow or blink in order to indicate

the connection status of the Wireless WAN function.

A Wireless WAN module must be installed to use this function. Some models are equipped with a Wireless WAN module.

Keyboard indicators

The following figures show the positions of the CAPS LOCK indicator and the keypad overlay indicators which show the following conditions:

■ When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows, the keyboard will produce

capitals when any letter is typed.

■ When the Arrow Mode indicator glows, the keypad overlay allows you

to use cursor functions.

■ When the Numeric Mode indicator glows, the keypad overlay allows

you to enter numbers.

Arrow Mode indicator

Numeric Mode indicator

CAPS LOCK indicator

Figure 2-15 Keyboard indicators (PORTÉGÉ R600)

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CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are

Arrow Mode When the Arrow Mode indicator lights green,

Numeric Mode When the Numeric Mode indicator lights green,

Optical disc drives

The computer is configured with a DVD Super Multi drive. A Serial ATA (PORTÉGÉ A600) or USB (PORTÉGÉ R600) interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows. Some models are equipped with an optical disc drive.

For information on loading and unloading discs refer to the Using optical

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locked into their uppercase format.

you can use the gray labeled keys on the keypad overlay as cursor keys. Please refer to the

Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The

Keyboard for more information.

you can use the gray labeled keys on the keypad overlay for number entry. Please refer to the

Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The

Keyboard for more information.

Region codes for DVD drives and media

DVD Super Multi drives and their associated media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD-Video, make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.

Code Region

1 Canada, United States 2 Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3 Southeast Asia, East Asia 4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central

5 Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea,

6 China

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America, South America, Caribbean

Mongolia

Writab le discs

This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the specifications of your drive to see the types of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4,

Operating Basics.

CDs

■ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be

erased or changed.

■ CD-RW discs including multi speed CD-RW discs, high-speed CD-RW

discs and ultra-speed CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once.

DVDs

DVD Super Multi drive

■ DVD-R and DVD+R discs can be written only once. The recorded data

cannot be erased or changed.

■ DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than

once.

DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer

■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R (Dual Layer) and DVD+R (Double Layer) discs

can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

■ DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than

once.

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Formats

The drive supports the following formats.

DVD Super Multi drive

The drive supports the formats CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-DA, CD-Text, Photo CD CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA), Addressing Method 2, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM.

(single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2,

DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer

The drive supports the formats CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-DA, CD-Text, Photo CD (single/multi-session), CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2, CDROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2), Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA), Addressing Method 2, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM.

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DVD Super Multi drive

The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

■ When DVD-R DL or DVD+R DL format disc is read with this drive, the

disc is available only to read.

■ The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer

edge.

DVD read 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD-RW write 4 speed (maximum) DVD+R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD+RW write 4 speed (maximum) DVD-RAM write 3 speed (maximum) CD read 24 speed (maximum) CD-R write 16 speed (maximum) CD-RW write 10 speed (maximum, Ultra-speed media)

DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer

The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.

DVD read 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD-R DL write 4 speed (maximum) DVD-RW write 6 speed (maximum) DVD+R write 8 speed (maximum) DVD+R DL write 4 speed (maximum) DVD+RW write 8 speed (maximum) DVD-RAM write 5 speed (maximum) CD read 24 speed (maximum) CD-R write 24 speed (maximum) CD-RW write 16 speed (maximum, high-speed media)

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AC adaptor

The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use this computer in almost all country/region. The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer.

To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and to the computer. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power - Up

Modes for further information.

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Figure 2-16 The AC adaptor (2-pin plug)

Figure 2-17 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug)

■ Depending on the model in question, either a 2-pin or 3-pin

adaptor/power lead will be bundled with the computer.

■ Do not use a 3-pin to 2-pin conversion plug.

■ The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in

the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this region. In order to use the adaptor/computer in other regions, you should please buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and regulations in that particular region.

Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer, or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.

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Chapter 3

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Hardware

This section describes the hardware of your computer. The actual specifications may vary depending on the model you

purchased.

Processor

CPU The computer is equipped with an Intel®

processor.

Intel

CoreTM 2 Duo Processor, which incorporates a 3MB level2 cache memory and also supports Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology.

Some models in this series use Intel® Centrino® 2 processor technology which is based on three separate components, the Intel processor, Intel Chipset.

Wi-Fi Link 5100AGN and the Intel® GS45 Express

Core™ 2 Duo

Legal Footnote (CPU)*2

For more information on the CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or Click the *2 above.

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Memory

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Built-in 1,024MB memory module is installed on the

Slot 512, 1,024, 2,048 or 4,096MB memory module

Video RAM The memory in a computer's graphics adaptor,

main board.

can be installed in the computer's memory slot for a maximum of 5,120MB system memory.

This computer can be equipped with memory modules of a maximum size of 5,120MB. The actual amount of useable system memory will be less than the installed memory modules.

used to store the image displayed on a bitmap display.

The amount of Video RAM available is dependent on the computer's system memory.

Start -> Control Panel -> Appearance and Personalization -> Personalization -> Display Settings.

The amount of Video RAM can be verified by clicking the Advanced Settings... button in the Display Settings window.

Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))*3

For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *3 above.

Power

Battery pack The computer is powered by one recha r geable

lithium-ion battery pack.

Legal Footnote (Battery Life)*4

For more information regarding Battery Life, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *4 above.

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RTC battery The internal RTC batter y backs up the Real Time

Clock (RTC) and calendar.

AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system

and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.

As the AC adaptor is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts, however you should note that the output current varies among different models. Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer. Refer to the

AC adaptor section in Chapter 2, The Grand

Tour.

Disks

Hard disk drive or Solid state drive

This computer is equipped with one of the following hard disk drive (HDD) types. The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different.

Some models are equipped with a "Solid State Drive (SSD)" instead of a hard disk drive.

■ HDD

■ 80GB

■ 120GB

■ 160GB

■ 200GB

■ 250GB

■ SSD

■ 64GB

■ 128GB

Please note that part of the hard disk or Solid state drive's overall capacity is reserved as administration space.

■ In this manual, the word "HDD" or "Hard disk drive" also refers to the

SSD unless otherwise stated.

■ SSD is a large-capacity storage media whic h uses Solid-State Memory

in place of a magnetic disk of the hard disk.

Under certain unusual conditions of prolonged non-use and/or exposure to high temperatures, the SSD may be vulnerable to data retention errors.

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Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)*5

For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, plea se refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *5 above.

Optical disc drive

Drive The following optical disc drive is pre-installed in

this computer.

■ DVD Super Multi drive

■ DVD Super Multi drive Double Layer

Some models are equipped with an optical disc drive.

2.6GB and 5.2GB DVD-RAM media cannot be read from or written to.

Display

The computer's internal display panel supports high-resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability.

Display panel 12.1" TFT LCD screen, 16 million colors, with a

resolution of 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels WXGA.

Legal Footnote (LCD)*6

For more information regarding the LCD, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *6 above.

Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display

performance. Refer to Display Controller and

Video mode section in Appendix B for more

information.

Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"))*7

For more information regarding the Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU"), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *7 above.

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Sound

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Sound system The integrated sound system provides support

for the computer's internal speaker and microphone, as allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks.

Multimedia

Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to

Some models are equipped with a Web Camera. Please refer to the Web Camera section in

Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

Communications

Modem The integrated modem provides capability for

data and fax communications that support the V.90 (V.92) standards and includes a modem jack for connection to the telephone line. Please note that both the V.90 and V.92 standards are only supported in the USA, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany and Australia - only the V.90 standard is supported in other regions. You should also be awar e that the speed of data and fax transfer will depend on the analog telephone line conditions.

Some models are equipped with the integrated modem.

LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet

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LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second, 1000BASE-T).

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Bluetooth Some computers in this series have Bluetooth

wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers, printers and mobile phones. When it is enabled, Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area network environment which is safe and trustworthy, that is quick and easy.

Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with

a Wireless LAN module that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard.

Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)*8

For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *8 above.

Wireless WAN A Wireless WAN card supports HSPA and

provides faster communications than previous Wireless WAN cards.

Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wireless WAN card.

Special features

The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.

Access each function using the following procedures. *1 To access the Power Options, click Start -> Control Panel -> System

and Maintenance -> Power Options.

TOSHIBA Assist button

Back light On/Off button

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Press this button to launch the program automatically. When power-off, Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode, press this button to start the computer and launch the program.

Press this button to turn on or off the back light of the display screen.

If you turn off the back light outdoors in a good weather, you can use the computer for a longer period.

Some models are equipped with a Back light On/Off button.

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TOSHIBA Presentation button

Some models are equipped with a TOSHIBA Presentation button.

Hot keys Hot keys are specific key combinations that let

you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program.

Display automatic power off

This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer's display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time, with pow e r being restored the next time a key is pressed. This can be specified in the Power Options.

HDD automatic power off

This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time, with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be specified in the Power Options.

System automatic Sleep/Hibernation

Mode

This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Keypad overlay A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the

keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for information on using this feature.

Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and

user, are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.

Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks the

system providing data security.

Intelligent power supply

A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent power supply detects the battery's charge, automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor. This can be specified in the Power Options.

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Battery save mode

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This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Panel power on/off

This feature automatically turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed, and turns it back on when the display panel is opened. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Low battery automatic

Hibernation Mode

When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the

system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down. This can be specified in the Power Options.

Heat dispersal

To protect against overheating, the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that, if the computer's internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. This can be specified in the Power Options.

TOSHIBA HDD Protection

This feature uses the acceleration sen s o r bu il t in the computer to detect vibration and shocks, and automatically moves the hard disk drive's read/write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head-to-disk contact. Refer to the Using the

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection section in

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for more deta ils.

■ The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the

hard disk drive will not be damaged.

■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection cannot be used in models that are equipped

with SSD.

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Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to the

computer without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that when you next turn the power on again, you can continue working right where you left off. Refer to the

Turning off the power section in Chapter 1,

Getting Started, for more details.

Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use

this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer's main memory so that when you next turn on the power, you can continue working right where you left off.

USB Sleep and Charge function

This feature allows you to charge USBcompatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players via the USB port when your computer is in Sleep Mode, Hibernation Mode or in the shutdown state.

This function is worked by the USB Sleep and Charge Utility. For more information, please refer to the Using the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and

Charge Utility section in Chapter 4, Operating

Basics.

Legal Footnote (USB Sleep and Charge)*9

For more information regarding USB Sleep and Charge, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Appendix H or click the *9 above.

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USB Wakeup function

TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor

This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports.

For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port, moving the mouse/keyboard will wakeup the computer.

The "USB Wakeup function" operates under Windows Vista operating system and it works for all USB ports.

The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption, the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor. It alerts users of specific system conditions via pop-up messages. It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices, logging the service relevant information on the computer's hard disk drive.

Refer to Appendix G, TOSHIBA PC Health

Monitor.

TOSHIBA Value Added Package

This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer.

TOSHIBA Power Saver

TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements.

TOSHIBA Button Support

TOSHIBA Zooming Utility

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This utility controls the following computer button functions.

■ TOSHIBA Assist

■ Back light On/Off (Is equipped with some

models)

■ TOSHIBA Presentation (Is equipped with

some models)

The starting application from the button can be changed.

This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications.

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TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool

The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer's builtin hardware devices to be tested.

TOSHIBA Password Utility

The TOSHIBA Password utility allows you to set a password in order to restrict access to the computer.

TOSHIBA Flash Cards

The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick wa y to modify selected system functions and to launch applications.

■ Hot key function

■ TOSHIBA utility launcher function

HW Setup This utility allows you to customize your

hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use.

TOSHIBA Accessibility

The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In use, the utility allows you to make the FN key 'sticky', that is you can press it once, release it, and they press one of the 'Function' keys in order to access its specific function. When set, the FN key will remain active until another key is pressed.

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Utilities and Applications

This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them. For further information on their operation, please refer to each utility's online manual, help files or README.TXT file.

Fingerprint Utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed for

TOSHIBA Face Recognition

DVD Video Player This software is provided for playback of DVD

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the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints which can then be linked to a username and password in order to remove the need to input these details from the keyboard. Just by swiping an enrolled finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled:

■ Logon to Windows and access a security

enabled homepage through Internet Explorer.

■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted

and third party access to them is prevented.

■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver

when returning from a power-saving mode such as Sleep Mode.

■ Authentication of the User Password (and, if

applicable, the HDD(Hard Disk Drive) Password) when booting up the computer (Pre-OS Authentication).

■ Single-Swipe Sign On feature

TOSHIBA Face Recognition uses a face verification library to verify the face data of users when they log in to Windows. If the verification is successful, the user will be logged into Windows automatically. The user can thus avoid having to enter a password or the like, which makes the login process easier.

Video. It has an on-screen interface and functions. Click

Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER -> TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER.

Refer to the TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER secti on in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for more details.

For details on how to use TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER, see the help file.

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■ Frame dropping, audio skipping or out of synch audio and video may

occur during playback of some DVD Video titles.

■ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adaptor when playing a DVD

Video. Power-saving features may interfere with smooth playback.

Bluetooth Stack for Windows by Toshiba

This software enables communication between the computer and external Bluetooth devices such as printers and mobile phones.

Bluetooth functions cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed.

TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility

The TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility allows you to create a bootable SD memory card to start the system. You can boot TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility from the menu bar as follows. Click Start -> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities

-> SD Memory Boot Utility.

■ SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged

into TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities.

■ Only the SD memory card can create a bootable SD memory card.

TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format

This utility allows you to format an SD/SDHC memory card by the SD standard format.

TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that

provides access to specific tools, utilities and applications that make the use and configuration of the computer easier.

TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that

improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections, help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks. To access this utility, click Start -> All

Programs -> TOSHIBA -> ConfigFree.

TOSHIBA Mic Effect TOSHIBA Mi c Effect provides you the Echo

Canceller and the Microphone Array functions. For more instructions for this software, refer to

the Sound System section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

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TOSHIBA Disc Creator

TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility

CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer

Windows Mobility Center

TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility

You can create CD's an d DVD's in a number of formats including audio CD's that can be played on a standard CD player, and data CD's/DVD's which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer's hard disk drive. This software can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi drive.

To start this utility, click Start -> All Programs ->

TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD Applications -> Disc Creator.

This utility has the function of Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM. This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator. To start this utility, click Start -> All

Programs -> TOSHIBA -> CD&DVD Applications -> DVD-RAM Utility.

This utility allows you to configure the read speed of the optical disc drive. You ca n eith er con fig ur e Normal Mode, which operates the drive at its maximum speed for quick data access, or Quiet Mode which runs audio CDs at single speed and which can lessen operational noise.

Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile PC settings quickly in one window. A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system, and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center.

■ Lock Computer :

This can be used to lock your computer without turning it off. This has the same function as the Lock button at the bottom of the right pane in the start menu.

■ TOSHIBA Assist :

This can be used to open TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your computer.

This utility is able to either enable or disable the USB Sleep and Charge function.

This utility shows the positions of USB ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function and displays the battery's remaining capacity.

To start this utility, click Start -> All Programs ->

TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> USB Sleep and Charge.

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Trusted Pla tform Module (TPM)

To enable TPM through the BIOS setup:

1. Turn on the computer while pressing the ESC key.

2. Press the F1 key when directed.

3. Press the PGDN key.

4. Press the down arrow key until TPM is highlighted, then press the space bar to change the TPM status to Enabled.

5. Press the Y key to save the changes.

6. Press END and then press the Y key to accept the changes. The computer will restart.

In order to change the TPM setting when the Hide TPM setting is currently set to Yes, switch the Hide TPM setting from Yes to No.

Optional devices

The TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a s ecurity encryption device for the hard disk drive.

BIOS setup and Infineon TPMSoftware Professional Package must be configured in order to use TPM.

For further information on how to set up and use this utility, please refer to the Infineon TPM Installation Guide from the C:\TOSAPINS\Infineon TPM Installation Guide.

To connect optional devices (such as USB device or External monito r) to the computer, be sure to check the shape and orientation of the connector before connecting.

Optional devices can expand the computer's capabilities and its versatility. This section describes the connection or installation of the following devices:

Cards/memory

■ ExpressCard

■ Secure Digital™ (SD) Card (SD memory card, SDHC memory card,

miniSD Card, microSD Card)

■ Additional memory module

Peripheral devices

■ USB FDD Kit

■ External monitor

■ eSATA

■ TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II

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Other

■ Security lock

ExpressCard

The computer is equipped with a single ExpressCard slot into which any ExpressCard device that meets industry standards, either manufactured by TOSHIBA or another vendor, can be installed. The slot supports hot plug connection and utilizes the PCI Express interface that supports the reading and writing of data at a theoretical maximum rate of 2.5Gbps.

Inserting an ExpressCard

The Windows hot-install feature allows you to insert ExpressCards while the computer is turned on.

Do not insert an ExpressCard while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode as you may find that some cards do not work properly .

To insert an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Press the Dummy card in order to eject the Dummy card partially out of the computer.

2. Grasp the Dummy card and draw it.

3. Insert the ExpressCard into the ExpressCard slot on the side of the computer.

4. Press the ExpressCard gently to ensure a firm connection is made.

ExpressCard slot

ExpressCard

Figure 3-1 Inserting the ExpressCard (PORTÉGÉ R600)

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ExpressCard slot

ExpressCard

Figure 3-2 Inserting the ExpressCard (PORTÉGÉ A600)

5. After inserting the ExpressCard you should refer to its documentation and also check the configuration in Windows in order to ensure that it is correct.

Removing an ExpressCard

To remove an ExpressCard, follow the steps as detailed be l o w.

1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar.

2. Point to ExpressCard and click the left Touch Pad control button.

3. Press the ExpressCard in order to eject the ExpressCard partially out of the computer.

4. Grasp the ExpressCard and remove it.

ExpressCard

Figure 3-3 Removing the ExpressCard (PORTÉGÉ R600)

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ExpressCard

Figure 3-4 Removing the ExpressCard (PORTÉGÉ A600)

5. Insert the Dummy card into the ExpressCard slot.

When you do not use an ExpressCard, please be sure to insert a Dummy card.

SD/SDHC memory card

Set the SD Card type SD memory cards and SDHC memory cards in the SD Card slot.

SD/SDHC memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use SD/SDHC memory card flash-memory. The cards have a high level of security and copy protection features.

Keep foreign objects out of the SD Card slot. Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the computer or keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Points to note about the SD/SDHC memory card

SD/SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative), which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music. For this reason, you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device, and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment.

Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards.

■ SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally. However,

the logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different, so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing.

■ The SD memory card logo is ( ).

■ The SDHC memory card logo is ( ).

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■ The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB. The maximum

capacity of SDHC memory cards is 16GB.

Card Type Capacities

SD 8MB, 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB, 256MB,

512MB, 1GB, 2GB

SDHC 4GB, 8GB, 16GB

Inserting an SD/SDHC memory card

To insert an SD/SDHC memory card, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Insert the SD/SDHC memory card into the SD Card slot on the side of the computer.

2. Press the SD/SDHC memory card gently to ensure a firm connection is made.

SD Card slot

SD/SDHC memory card

Figure 3-5 Inserting an SD/SDHC memory card (PORTÉGÉ R600)

SD/SDHC memory card

SD Card slot

Figure 3-6 Inserting an SD/SDHC memory card (PORTÉGÉ A600)

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■ Make sure the SD/SDHC memory card is oriented properly before you

insert it.

■ Make sure that the SD/SDHC memory card is facing the correct

direction when inserting it into the SD Card slot.

■ Do not turn the computer off or switch to Sleep Mode or Hibernation

Mode while files are being copied - doing so may cause data to be lost.

Removing an SD/SDHC memory card

To remove an SD/SDHC memory card, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar.

2. Point to SD Memory Card and click the left Touch Pad control button.

3. Press the SD/SDHC memory card to partially extend it out of the computer.

4. Grasp the SD/SDHC memory card and remove it.

SD Card slot

SD/SDHC memory card

Figure 3-7 Removing an SD/SDHC memory card (PORTÉGÉ R600)

SD Card slot

Figure 3-8 Removing an SD/SDHC memory card (PORTÉGÉ A600)

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■ Make sure the SD Card indicator is out before you remove the

SD/SDHC memory card or turn off the computer’s power. If you remove the SD/SDHC memory card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the SD/SDHC memory card you may lose data or damage the card.

■ Do not remove an SD/SDHC memory card while the computer is in

Sleep or Hibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the SD/SDHC memory card could be lost.

Formatting an SD/SDHC memory card

SD/SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards. If you format the SD/SDHC memory card again, be sure to format it with the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, not with the format command provided within Windows.

In order to run the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility, click Start

-> All Programs -> TOSHIBA -> Utilities -> SD Memory Card Format.

The TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format utility does not format the protected area of the SD/SDHC memory card - should you need to format all areas of the memory card, including the protected area, you will need to obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system.

Media care

Observe the following precautions when handling the card.

Card care

■ Do not twist or bend cards.

■ Do not expose cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media

close to containers of liquid.

■ Do not touch the metal part of a card or expose it to liquids or let it get

dirty.

■ After using card, return it to its case.

■ The card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try

to force the card into the slot.

■ Do not leave a card partially inserted in the slot. Press the card until you

hear it click into place.

Memory card care

■ Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to

record data.

■ Memory cards have a limited lifespan, so it is important to backup

important data.

■ Do not write to a card if the battery power is low. Low power could affect

writing accuracy.

■ Do not remove a card while read/write is in progress.

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For more details on using memory cards, see manuals accompanying the cards.

Additional memory module

You can install additional memory into the computer in order to increa se the amount of system memory that is available. This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules.

■ You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the

computer's lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing/replacing the memory module. In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity.

■ When installing or removing a memory module, you must ensure that

you do not touch any other internal areas of the computer.

■ Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA.

■ Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following

conditions. a. The computer is turned on. b. The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode. c. Wake-up on LAN is enabled. d. Wake-up on Wireless LAN is enabled. e. The wireless communication switch is turned on.

■ Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the

computer. It could cause malfunction or electric shock.

■ Additional memory module is a precision electronic component that

may be fatally damaged by static electricity. Since the human body can carry static electricity, it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules. To discharge your body’s static electricity, simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands.

Point to note about memory module error

If you install a memory module that is not compatible with the computer, the Power indicator will flash (on for 0.5 seconds, off for 0.5 seconds) in the following way;

■ If there is an error: repeatedly flashes orange twice, then white or green

once.

In all instances you should shut down the computer and remove the incompatible module(s).

Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver to remove and fasten the screws the use of an incorrect screwdriver can damage the screw heads.

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Installing a memory module

To install a memory module, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Shut down the computer - make sure the Power indicator is off (refer to the T urn i n g off the power section in Chapter 1, Getting Started if required).

2. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer.

3. Close the display panel.

4. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to the Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and PowerUp Modes, if required).

5. PORTÉGÉ R600: Loosen the two screws securing the memory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost. PORTÉGÉ A600: Loosen the one screw securing the memory module cover in place - please note that this screw is attached to the cover in order to prevent it from being lost.

Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.

6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.

Screws

Memory module cover

Figure 3-9 Removing the memory module cover (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Screw

Memory module cover

Figure 3-10 Removing the memory module cover (PORTÉGÉ A600)

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7. Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 45 degree angle before holding it down until the latches on either side snap into place.

Memory slot

Figure 3-11 Seating the memory module (PORTÉGÉ R600)

■ Never allow metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to

enter the computer. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can cause computer damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.

■ Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the

computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the locking tabs on the connector and insert the module into the connector firmly - if you find it difficult to install the memory module, gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger.

Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges - the edges with the grooves in.

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8. PORTEGE R600: Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with two screws. PORTEGE A600: Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw.

Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed.

Screws

Memory module cover

Figure 3-12 Seating the memory module cover (PORTÉGÉ R600)

Screw

Memory module cover

Figure 3-13 Seating the memory module cover

(PORTÉGÉ A600)

9. Install the battery pack - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, if required.

10.Turn your computer over.

11. Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized

- to confirmed it, Start -> Control Panel -> System and Maintenance

-> System icon.

Removing a memory module

To remove the memory module, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Shut down the computer - make sure the Power indicator is off (refer to the T urn i n g off the power section in Chapter 1, Getting Started if required).

2. Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected to the computer.

3. Close the display panel.

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4. Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack (refer to

Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up

Modes, if required).

6. Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off.

7. Push the latches away from the module in order to release it - a spring will force one end of the module up at an angle.

8. Grasp the module by its edges and remove it from the computer.

■ If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules and the

circuits locating close to the memory modules will become hot. In this case, let them cool to room temperature before you replace them. Or you will get burnt if you touch any of them.

■ Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the

computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

Latches

Figure 3-14 Removing the memory module (PORTÉGÉ R600)

9. PORTEGE R600: Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with two screws. PORTEGE A600: Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw.

Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed.

10.Install the battery pack - refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, if required.

1 1. Turn your computer over.

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External monitor

An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer. To connect a monitor, follow the steps as detailed below:

There are no fastening screws for an external monitor cable on this computer's external monitor port. However, external monitor cables which have connectors with fastening screws can still be used.

Connecting the monitor cable

1. Turn the computer's power off.

2. Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port.

Monitor cable

External monitor port

Figure 3-15 Connecting the monitor cable

to the external monitor port (PORTÉGÉ R600)

3. Turn the external monitor's power on.

4. Turn the computer's power on.

When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device. In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor, you should consider using the FN + F5 hot key to change the display settings (if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer's power off, be sure to press FN + F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display).

Please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting.

Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation Mode. Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor.

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USB FDD Kit

The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette and connects to one of the computer's USB ports.

USB connector

Disk-In-Use Indicator

Floppy diskette slot

Eject button

Figure 3-16 The USB floppy diskette drive

Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive

To connect the drive, plug the floppy diskette drive’s USB connector into a computer’s USB port.

Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins.

USB connector

Figure 3-17 Connecting the USB floppy diskette drive (PORTÉGÉ R600)

USB port

If you connect the USB floppy diskette drive after the computer has already been turned on, it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer. Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed.

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Disconnecting the USB floppy diskette drive

When you have finished using the USB floppy diskette drive, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it:

1. Wait for the Disk-In-Use Indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy diskette activity has stopped.

If you disconnect the USB floppy diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy diskette or the drive.

2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar.

3. Click the USB floppy diskette drive device that you want to remove.

4. Carefully pull the floppy diskette drive's USB connector out from within the computer's USB port.

eSATA (External Serial AT A)

An device corresponding to eSATA function can be connected to the eSATA/USB combo port on the computer.

Connecting the eSATA device

To connect an eSAT A device, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Connect an eSATA cable to the eSATA/USB combo port.

Make sure the connector is properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting

pins.

eSATA cable

eSATA/USB combo port

Figure 3-18 Connecting an eSATA cable

to the eSATA/USB combo port (PORTÉGÉ R600)

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■ A connected eSATA device may not be recognized if it is connected to

the computer's eSATA/USB combo port while the computer is in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode. If this occurs, disconnect the eSATA device and then reconnect the device while the computer is turned on.

■ If you connect an eSATA device after the computer has already been

turned on, it will take about ten seconds for it to be recognized by the computer. Do not attempt to disconnect and reconnect the drive before this period has elapsed.

Disconnecting an eSATA device

When you have finished using an eSATA device, you can follow the procedures below in order to disconnect it:

1. Wait for the indicator light of an eSAT A device to go out to make sure all activity has stopped.

If you disconnect an eSATA device or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage an eSATA device or the drive.

2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Windows Taskbar.

3. Click an eSATA device that you want to remove.

4. Carefully pull an eSATA device's eSATA/USB combo connector out from within the computer's eSATA/USB combo port.

TOSHIBA S lim Port Replicator II

In addition to the ports available on the computer, the TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II. The TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II connects directly to the docking interface on the underside of the computer. The AC adaptor connects the TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II to a power source.

The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN. Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator regarding set-up procedures

■ You must connect the AC adaptor before you connect to a TOSHIBA

Slim Port Replicator II.

■ When a TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II is connected to the computer,

you can not use the following computer's ports: LAN jack, DC IN 15V jack and External monitor port.

■ When connecting an AC Adaptor to the TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator

II, use only the AC Adaptor included with TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II. Do not use the comput er’s AC Adaptor.

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The following ports are available on the TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II.

■ RJ45 LAN jack

■ External monitor port

■ DC IN 15V jack

■ Security lock slot

■ Universal Serial Bus 2.0 port (four)

■ DVI port

As the port operation of all DVI (Digital Visual Interface) monitors has not been confirmed, some DVI monitors may not function properly.

Security lock

A security locks enable you to anchor your computer a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft. The computer has a security lock slot on its right side into which you can attach one end of the security cable, while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object. The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product. Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information.

Connecting the security lock

In order to connect a security cable to the computer, follow the steps as detailed below:

1. Turn the computer so its right hand side faces you.

2. Align the security cable with the 'lock hole' and secure it in place.

Security lock slot

Figure 3-19 Security lock (PORTÉGÉ R600)

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Optional accessories

You are able to add a number of options and accessories in order to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. For reference, the following list details some of the items that are available from your reseller or TOSHIBA dealer:

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DDR2-800 Memory Kit

Universal AC Adaptor

Ultra small AC adaptor

Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for

Battery Charger The optional battery charger allows you to

USB FDD Kit The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates

TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II

Bluetooth USB Adaptor

A 1,024MB, 2,048MB or 4,096MB memory module (DDR2-800) can easily be installed in the computer.

If you frequently use your computer at more than one site, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you.

use as either a spare or replacement. Two types of additional battery pack are available, 2,900mAh and 5,800mAh. Please refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for further information.

charge extra battery packs outside of having to use the computer.

either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette through connection to one of the computer's USB ports. In use, please be aware that, while you cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows Vista, you are able to read and write to diskettes that have already been formatted.

The TOSHIBA Slim Port Replicator II provides the ports available on the computer in addition to a digital visual interface (DVI) port, External monitor port, four Universal Serial Bus ports (USB 2.0) and a LAN jack.

A Bluetooth adaptor that has a USB connector. Wireless communications can be carried out with Bluetooth-compatible equipment by connecting to the USB port of the computer. You can buy the module from a TOSHIBA dealer.

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Wireless Optical Mouse with Bluetooth Technology

Wireless Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Technology

External DVD Super Multi Drive

External CDRW/DVD-ROM Drive

The Bluetooth Wireless Mouse is a wireless optical mouse compatible with Bluetooth. You can buy the Bl uetooth Wireless Mouse from a TOSHIBA dealer.

The Bluetooth Wireless Stereo is a wireless stereo headphone set compatible with Bluetooth. You can buy the Bl uetooth Wireless Stereo from a TOSHIBA dealer.

The DVD Super Multi Drive can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor and connects to one of the computer's USB ports.

The External CD-RW/DVD-ROM Drive can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor and connects to one of the computer's USB ports.

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Operating Basics

This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer, highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it.

Using the Touch Pad

To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

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Fingerprint Sensor

Touch Pad control buttons

Touch Pad

Figure 4-1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons (PORTÉGÉ R600)

The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the bu ttons on a standard mouse - press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer, and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.

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You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the left button on a standard mouse.

Click: Tap once Double-click: T ap twice Drag and drop: Tap to select the item(s) you want to move, leave your

finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item(s) to their new destination.

Using the Fingerprint Sensor

This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password onto the fingerprint authentication feature, it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard. Fingerprint feature enables you to:

■ Logon to Windows and access a security enabled homepage through

Internet Explorer.

■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to

them prevented.

■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when returning from a

power-saving mode such as Sleep Mode.

■ Authentication of the User Password (and, if applicable, the HDD(Hard

Disk Drive) Password) when booting up the computer (Pre-OS Authentication).

■ Single-Swipe Sign On feature

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How to Swipe your Finger

Using the following steps when swiping fingers for fingerprint registration or authentication will help to minimize authentication failu res:

Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor. Lightly touch the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you until the sensor surface becomes visible. In performing this process, you should also take care to ensure that the center of your fingerprint is on the sensor.

The following illustrations show the recommended way to swipe your finger over the fingerprint sensor.

Sensor

Figure 4-2 Swipe the finger

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■ Avoid swiping with your finger stiff or pressed too hard onto the sensor,

and take care to ensure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor before swiping. Either of these conditions may cause fingerprint reading to fail.

■ Check the center of the fingerprint whorl before swiping and then

ensure this is swiped along the center line of the sensor.

■ There is a possibility of authentication failures if the finger is swiped too

quickly or too slowly - follow any on-screen instructions to adjust the speed used during the swipe process.

Points to note about the Fing erprint Sensor

Please be aware of the following considerations when using the fingerprint sensor. A failure to follow these guidelines might result in damage to the sensor, sensor failure, fingerprint recognition problems or a lower fingerprint recognition success rate.

■ Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or sharp

objects.

■ Do not press the sensor strongly.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a wet finger or any wet objects - keep the

sensor surface dry and free from water vapor.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a soiled or dirty finger as minute foreign

particles of dust and dirt may scratch it.

■ Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any other object which may

have a build-up of static electricity on it.

Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition.

■ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.

■ Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal

surface. Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures, especially when the weather is dry.

■ Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth - do not use detergent or any

other chemicals to clean the sensor.

■ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as

they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the fingerprint recognition success rate

■ Soaked or swollen finger, for example as may occur after taking a

bath.

■ Injured finger

■ Wet finger

■ Soiled or oily finger

■ Extremely dry skin condition on finger

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Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate.

■ Enroll two or more fingers.

■ Enroll additional fingers if a recognition failure often occurs when using

already enrolled fingers.

■ Check the condition of your finger - any conditions which have changed

since enrollment, such as injury, rough skin, and extremely dry, wet, soiled, dirty, oily, soaked or swollen fingers, may lower the recognition success rate. Also if the fingerprint is worn down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter, the recognition success rate may be lowered.

■ As the fingerprint for each finger is different and unique you should

ensure that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used for identification.

■ Check the position and speed at which you swipe your finger across the

sensor - please refer to the preceding drawing.

■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique

characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints.

■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.

Setup Procedure

Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint authentication.

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Fingerprint Registration

You should initially enroll the required authentication data using the Fingerprint Enrollment Wizard.

■ In use, the fingerprint authentication system will use the same

username and password as defined within the Windows operating system. If no Windows password has been configured, you must do this before starting the fingerprint registration process.

■ This sensor has the memory space for at least twenty-one fingerprint

patterns. You might be able to register more fingerprint patterns depending on the sensor memory usage.

1. To run this program, click Start -> All Programs -> TrueSuite Access Manager -> TrueSuite Access Manager.

You are also able to start the Fingerprint Enrollment Wizard by using the following methods.

■ Click the Fingerprint Application icon in the Taskbar.

2. The Verify screen will be displayed, enter the Windows logon password and click the Next button.

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3. On the User's Fingers screen click the box above the finger you wish to register.

If any of the previously enrolled fingerprints is selected again, the latest information will be enrolled and any previous information over-written.

4. The Fingerprint Enrollment screen will be displayed and the tutorial will begin. First click "Replay video" and confirm the proper movement for the finger you wish to register. Then confirm the message displayed on this screen and ensure that there is a check mark in the Run Interactive Tutorial box. Once this has been done, click Next.

5. At the Scanning Practice screen, you are able to practice swiping (three times) your finger to ensure you use the correct method. Click "Try again" to if you wish to practice again. You have finished practicing, click Next button.

6. Register your fingerprint on the Fingerprint Image Capture screen. Let the computer read the finger to be registered 3 times. An image of

your fingerprint will be shown on the screen each time the fingerprint is successfully read.

Once the fingerprint is successfully read for the third time, the message Successfully combined will be displayed beneath the fingerprint images.

When first registering fingerprints, press the OK button when the message "We recommend enrolling at least two fingerprint images." is shown.

7. The User's Fingers screen is displayed. Click Exit to complete fingerprint registration.

It is strongly recommended that you register 2 or more fingerprints. Repeat the procedure from step 3 to register another fingerprint.

How to Delete the Fingerprint Data

Saved fingerprint data is stored in special non-volatile memory inside the fingerprint sensor. Therefore, if you give the computer to someone else, or dispose of it in any way, the following process is recommended to delete your fingerprint information:

1. To run this program, click Start -> All Programs -> TrueSuite Access Manager -> TrueSuite Access Manager.

2. The Verify screen will be displayed, so either swipe your registered finger or enter the Windows logon password and click the Next button.

3. The User's Fingers screen is displayed.

■ To delete all registered fingerprints

1. Click Delete All Fingerprints.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to deleted the registered fingerprints.

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■ To delete individual fingerprints

1. Click the fingerprint mark above the registered finger.

2. "Are you sure you want to delete this fingerprint?" will be displayed on the screen, click Yes button.

4. When Delete All Fingerprints is selected, the user selection screen will be displayed, so select which user's fingerprint data to delete.

■ Selecting "Delete current user's fingerprints" will delete the

fingerprint data for the currently logged in user.

■ Selecting "Delete all users' fingerprints" will delete the fingerprint

data for all users, however this item can only be selected if the currently logged in user has administrator privileges. When "Delete all user's fingerprints" is selected, start the program using the following procedure in Step 1.

Start -> All Programs -> TrueSuite Access Manager -> TrueSuite Access Manager with Admin Privileges.

5. A message will be displayed asking for confirmation to delete the fingerprint data, click the Yes button.

In use, please be aware of the following limitations of the fingerprint sensor:

■ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or

recognition is not successful within a fixed duration.

■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique

characteristics in a fingerprint. However, there may be instances where certain users are unable to register their fingerprints due to insufficient unique characteristics in their fingerprints.

■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.

■ Toshiba does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology

will be error-free.

■ Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize

the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.

Points to note about the Fingerprint Utility software

You are able to backup saved fingerprint data and information within the by using the Import or Export User Data facility under the fingerprint management software. However, please be aware that any encrypted files cannot be backup within File protection using this function - in these instances it is recommended that you backup these files to external media using standard file copy processes.

The Encrypting File System (EFS) is a Windows Vista feature. If a file is encrypted using EFS, it cannot be encrypted further using the

fingerprint authentication function.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

User’s Manual

Table of Contents

Copyright

Disclaimer

T rademarks

FCC information

EU Conformity Statement

VCCI Class B Information

Modem warning notice

Japan regulations

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand

Following information is only valid for EU-member States:

Disposing of the computer and the computer's batteries

Optical disc drive safety instructions

International precautions

Preface

Conventions

General Precautions

Provide adequate ventilation

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Stress injury

Heat injury

Pressure or impact damage

Mobile phones

Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

Getting Started

Equipment checklist

Chapter 1

Getting Started

System Recovery Options

System Recovery

The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed

Chapter 2

Left side

Right side

Back

Underside

Front with the display open

Indicators

Optical disc drives

AC adaptor

Chapter 3

Hardware, Utilities and Options

Hardware

Special features

TOSHIBA Value Added Package

Utilities and Applications

Optional devices

Optional accessories

Operating Basics

Using the Touch Pad

Chapter 4

Using the Fingerprint Sensor