Toshiba M2 Service Manual
TECRA M2
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User’s Manual
Tecra M2
TOSHIBA
Portable Personal Computer
User’s Manual
M2
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TOSHIBA TECRA M2 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition January 2004
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions
and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA TECRA M2
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.
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Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
i.LINK is trademark and registered trademark of Sony Corporration.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe
GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on
TOSHIBA’s web site http://epps.toshiba-te
Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
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.
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
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and
P03,04,08,10
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.
g.com on the Internet.
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Description on Laser specification
The optical drive such as DVD-ROM drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, DVD Multi
drive and DVD±R/±RW dr ive t hat i s used in this computer is equipped with
laser. The classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the
surface of the drive.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food
and Drug Administration.
In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursuant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.
This computer is equipped with the optical drive in the following list
according to the model.
Manufacturer Typ e
HITACHI GDR-8082N
TOSHIBA SD-C2612
TEAC DW-224E
Panasonic Communications UJDA750
HITACHI GCC-4241N
Panasonic Communications UJ-811B
TEAC DV-W22E
Pioneer DVR-K12D
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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.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual. It contains information on
prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused
by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes
information on workspace 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 (if you rest the computer on your lap,
or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your skin might
suffer low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components
or otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be careful
when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phones
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but is recommended that a distance of 30cm be
maintained between the computer and a mo-bile phone in use.
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Central Processing Unit ("CPU") Performance Disclaimer
CPU Performance in your computer product may vary from specifications
under the following conditions:
■ use of certain peripheral products
■ use of battery power instead of AC power
■ use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects
■ use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
■ use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer aided
design application
■ use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >1,000
meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)
■ use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F
to 95°F) or >25°C (77°F) at high altitude (all temperature reference are
approximate).
CPU Performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically shutdown. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost
data or damage to the product when used outside recommended
conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data
by periodically storing it on an external storage medium. For optimum
performance, use your computer product only under recommended
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental
Requirements” in appendix A. Contact TOSHIBA Service and Support for
more information.
CE compliance
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However,
TOSHIBA should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if options or cables not produced by TOSHIBA are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented
those options / cables have to assure that the system (PC plus options /
cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid in general EMC problems
following advice should be observed:
■ Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented
■ Only best shielded cables should be connected
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Working environment
This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility)
requirements to be observed for so-called “Residential, commercial and
light industry environments”.
TOSHIBA do not approve the use of this product in working environments
other than the above mentioned “Residential, commercial and light industry
environments”.
For example, the following environments are not approved:
■ Industrial Environments (environments with a mains voltage >230V~)
■ Medical Environments
■ Automotive Environments
■ Aircraft Environments
If this product is supplied with a network port, please refer to the
paragraph “Network connection”.
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of TOSHIBA
Europe GmbH.
The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working
environments may be:
■ Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area
■ Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area
Therefore TOSHIBA strongly recommend that the electromagnetic
compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved
working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft, the
manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before
use of this product.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
Network connection (class A warning)
If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a
network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with
technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a
domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding may suffer
interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such
environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held
responsible for any ensuing interference.
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Information on the secure use of the CD-RW
Please adhere to the following information on the use of the CD-RW to
minimise the risk of unsuccessful storing process. As the storing may be
unsuccessful despite your adhering to these information, for example
because of a defective storing medium, you should even if the software
indicates a successful storage, always check if the data has been stored
successfully.
Wireless LAN and your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN
devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted
by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio
frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes
Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and
recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and
result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who
continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of
the organisation. These situations may for example include:
■ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes, or
■ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices
or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices
in a specific organisation or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged
to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on
the equipment.
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Safety Instruction for Wireless Products
If your computer has wireless function, all safety instructions must be read
carefully and must be fully understood, before attempting to use our
Wireless Products.
This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order
to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could
damage your Wireless Products.
Limitation of Liability
For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder, fire beyond our
responsibility, action by third party, other accident, intentional or accidental
mistakes by a user, misuse, use under abnormal conditions, we do not take
any responsibility.
For incidental damage (loss of business profit, business interruption, etc.)
occurring due to use or disability of the product, we do not take any
responsibility.
For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in
the instruction manual, we do not take any responsibility.
For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by
use in combination with products not related to our company, we do not
take any responsibility.
Usage Restrictions
Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling equipment:
■ Equipment directly linked with human life corresponds to the following.
■ Medical equipment such as life support systems, equipment used in
operations, etc.
■ Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc. and exhaust
systems for smoke.
■ Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such
as the Fire Services Act, the Construction Standard Act, etc.
■ Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.
■ Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on the
safe maintenance of public function, etc., because it is not designed or
manufactured for this type of use.
■ Traffic control equipment for air, railroad, road, marine transport, etc.
■ Equipment used in atomic power plants etc.
■ Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above.
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WARNING
Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of Wireless Products in a
congested place, such as a crowded commuter train.
Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm.
Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation, thereby
causing respiratory troubles.
Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch inside a medical facility or
near medical electric equipment. Do not bring medical electric equipment
close to the product.
Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch near an automatic door, fire
alarm or other automatic control equipment.
Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
Do not turn ON the Wireless Communication switch in aircraft or in places
that generate or can generate radio interference.
Radio waves can potentially affect them, causing an accident due to
malfunction.
Monitor possible radio interference or other troubles to other equipment
while the product is used. If any effect is caused, turn OFF the Wireless
Communication switch.
Otherwise, radio waves can potentially affect other equipment, thereby
causing an accident due to malfunction.
When using the product in a car, check with the automobile dealer if the car
has an adequate electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Radio waves of the product can potentially hamper safe driving.
Depending on car model, the product can rarely affect car electronic
equipment if it is used in a car.
NOTE
Do not use the product in the following places:
Places near a microwave oven where a magnetic field generates and places
where static electricity or radio interference generates.
Depending on environment, radio waves can not reach to the product.
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TECRA M2
Table of Contents
General Precautions
Preface
Manual contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Chapter 2: The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Backside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
System indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
USB floppy disk drive (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Optical media drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
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Table of Contents
Chapter 3: Getting Started
Setting up your work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Windows XP setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Chapter 4: Operating Basics
TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the USB floppy disk drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Changing Slim Select Bay modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Using optical media drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD±R/±RW drive (DVD Dual drive) . . . . 4-12
Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29
Chapter 5: The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
F1 … F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Generating ASCII characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
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Tab l e o f Co n t en ts
Chapter 6: Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Battery types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16
Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Panel power on/off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
System Auto Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Chapter 7: HW Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8: Optional Devices
PC cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
SD cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Hard disk drive pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Additional battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
High capacity battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Slim Select Bay 2nd battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Displaying movies on a TV or CRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Advanced Port Replicator IIl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Parallel printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
Problem solving process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
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Appendix A: Specifications
Appendix B: AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix C: Display Controller and Modes
Appendix D: If your computer is stolen
Appendix E: ASCII Character Codes
Appendix F: Wireless LAN
Appendix G: Internal Modem Guide
Glossary
Index
Table of Contents
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TECRA M2
Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA M2 computer. This
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability,
including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable,
high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA M2 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 Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read 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 look over the Special
features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup. If you
are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a monitor,
be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
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Manual contents
This manual is composed of the following nine chapters, seven appendixes,
a glossary and an index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following
devices: TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device, USB floppy disk drive, Slim Select
Bay modules, optical media drives, sound system, modem, Wireless
communication features, and LAN. It also provides tips on care of the
computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes and how to set a password.
Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the
HW Setup program.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform
some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer
doesn’t seem to be working properly.
The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of
acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
Preface
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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.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components 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.
Preface
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
type face you see to the left.
Display
Names of windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appears on its display screen is
ABC
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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.
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TECRA M2
Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ TECRA M2 Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Modular cable (for modem)
■ Spare AccuPoint (pointing device) cap
Chapter 1
User’s Manual 1-1
Software
■ The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
■ Modem driver
■ Display Driver for Windows
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ Wireless LAN driver
■ Bluetooth driver
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ DVD Video Player
■ LAN Driver
■ Infrared Device Driver
■ TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device utility
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
■ TOSHIBA Console
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Controls
■ TOSHIBA IP PHONE
■ TOSHIBA Audio Effect
■ Online manual
■ Documentation:
■ TECRA M2 User's Manual
■ TECRA M2 Quickstart
■ Microsoft Windows XP manual
■ Safety Instruction Manual
■ Warranty information
■ Tools & Utilities CD-ROM
■ Product Recovery CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
®
Windows XP Professional
Introduction
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Features
Introduction
The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:
Processor
Built-in The computer is equipped with an Intel®
processor, which incorporates a math coprocessor, a 32 KB level 1 cache memory and a
1MB level 2 cache memory. It also supports
Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology.
®
Pentium® M processor 1.4 GHz
Intel
®
Pentium® M processor 1.5 GHz
Intel
Intel® Pentium® M processor 1.6 GHz
®
Pentium® M processor 1.7 GHz
Intel
Some models of this series carry Intel® Centrino™ technology, which is
based on three separate technologies of Intel
Wireless Network Connection, and Intel
®
Pentium® M, Intel® PRO/
®
855 Chipset Family.
Memory
Slots The slot accepts a 256, 512 or 1,024 MB memory
modules can be installed in the two memory slots
for a maximum of 2,048 MB system memory.
Level 2 cache 1MB level 2cache is provided to maximize
performance.
Video RAM 32 or 64 MB of RAM is provided for video display.
Power
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock and calendar.
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Introduction
AC adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they are
low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the
output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. See the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Disks
Hard disk drive Available in four sizes.
■ 30.0 billion bytes (27.94 GB)
■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB)
■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.88 GB)
■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.52 GB)
USB floppy disk drive
(Optional)
Accommodates either 3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or
720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to a USB port.
Computers in this series can be configured with an optical media drive
installed in the Slim Select Bay. The available optical media drives are
described below.
DVD-ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full-size, DVD-
ROM drive module that lets you run either 12 cm
(4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CDs or 12cm(4.72") DVDs
without using an adaptor. It runs DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24
speed. The drive supports the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM ■ DVD-Video
■ CD-DA ■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
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Introduction
CD-RW/DVD-ROM
drive
Some models are equipped with a full-size,
CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run
CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVDROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at
maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24
speed and CD-RW at up to 24 speed. For reading,
this drive supports the same formats as the DVDROM drive.
■ DVD-ROM ■ DVD-Video
■ CD-DA ■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
DVD Multi drive Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Multi drive module that lets you record data to
rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12cm
(4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an
adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for
CD/DVD-ROM operation. The drive reads DVDs
at maximum 8 speed and CDs at maximum 24
speed. It writes DVD-RW at maximum single
speed, DVD-R and DVD-RAM at maximum 2
speed, CD-R at maximum 16 speed, and CD-RW
at maximum 8 speed (High-speed media). The
drive supports the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM ■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-R ■ DVD-RW
■ DVD-RAM ■ CD-ROM
■ CD-EXTRA ■ Photo CD™
■ Audio CD ■ CD-ROM XA
■ CD-DA ■ CD-I
■ CD-Text ■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
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Introduction
DVD±R/±RW drive
(DVD Dual drive)
Some models are equipped with a full- size
DVD±R/±RW drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without
using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24
speed. It writes CD-R at up to 16 speed, CD-RW
at up to 10 speed, DVD-R and DVD-RW at
maximum 2 speed. DVD+R and DVD+RW at
maximum 2.4 speed. This drive supports the
same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.
■ DVD-ROM ■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-R ■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R ■ DVD+RW
■ CD-DA ■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
Display
The computer’s LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The
screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort
and readability.
Built-in 14.1" TFT screen, 16 M colors, with one of the
following resolutions:
■ XGA, 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels
■ SXGA+, 1400 horizontal x 1050 vertical pixels
Graphics controller Graphics controller maximizes display
performance. Refer to Appendix C for more
information.
Keyboard
Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM
enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control, and keys. See
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
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TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device
Introduction
Built-in Touch pad A Touch pad and control buttons in the palm rest
Built-in AccuPoint This pointer control stick, located in the center of
enable control of the on-screen pointer and
scrolling of windows.
the keyboard, provides convenient control of the
cursor.
Ports
Parallel Parallel printer or other parallel device
(ECP compatible).
External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
compatible functions.
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
Docking interface This port enables connection of an optional
i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) This port enables high-speed data transfer
Infrared The serial infrared port is compatible with Infrared
The computer has two Universal Serial Bus ports
that comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which
enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than
the USB 1.1 standard. (The ports also support
USB 1.1.)
Advanced Port Replicator III described in the
Options section.
directly from external devices such as digital
video cameras. Some models are equipped with
a i.LINK port.
Data Association (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables
cableless 4 Mbps, 1.152 Mbps, 115.2 kbps,
57.6 kbps, 38.4 kbps, 19.2 kbps or 9.6 kbps data
transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external
devices.
Slots
PC card The PC card slot accommodates two 5 mm Type
II cards or one Type III card.
SD card This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices,
such as digital cameras and Personal Digital
Assistants, that use SD card flash-memory.
You can use memory module in this slot.
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Multimedia
Introduction
Sound system Windows sound system compatible sound
Video-out jack
(S-Video)
Headphone jack This jack outputs analog audio signals.
Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables
system provides internal speakers and
microphone as well as jacks for an external
microphone and headphone.
This jack lets you transfer video data to external
devices. Use an S-Video cable. Data output
depends on the type of device connected to the
S-Video cable.
connection of a three-conductor mini jack for
monaural microphone input.
Communications
Modem An internal modem provides capability for data
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet
Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with
and fax communication. The speed of data
transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line
conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to
a telephone line. Both of V.90 and V.92 are
supported only in USA, Canada, UK, France,
Germany and Australia. Only V.90 is available in
other regions.
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). Some
models are equipped with a Gigabit Ethernet LAN.
Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth wireless
technology eliminates the need for cables
between electronic devices such as computers
and printers. Bluetooth provides fast, reliable, and
secure wireless communication in a small space.
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Introduction
Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with
a Wireless LAN mini-PCI card 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
(Revision A, B or G), and Turbo Mode.
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in
the transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9
and 6 Mbit/s. (Revision A/B, B/G, A/B/G
combo type)
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in
the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s.
(Revision B)
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in
the transmit range of 108, 96, 72, 48, 36, 24,
18 and 12 Mbit/s. (Turbo Mode, Revision A/B/
G combo type)
■ Frequency Channel Selection (5 GHz:
Revision A / 2.4 GHz: Revision B/G)
■ Roaming over multiple channels
■ Card Power Management
■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption, based on 152 bit encryption
algorithm. (Revision B/G, A/B/G combo type).
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption, based on 128 bit encryption
algorithm. (Revision B only type).
■ Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data
encryption, based on 256 bit encryption
algorithm. (Revision A/B combo, B only type)
Slim Select Bay
Modules
Slim Select Bay is a single-drive bay that
accommodates a DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVDROM drive, DVD Multi drive, DVD±R/±RW drive,
secondary hard disk drive or secondary battery
pack. The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension enables
hot insertion of modules when you are using a
plug and play operating system.
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Security
Introduction
Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the
Slim Select Bay lock Slim Select Bay module can be secured by Slim
Software
Operating System Windows XP Professional operating system and
TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
computer to a desk or other large object.
Select Bay lock fixed with a lock screw in the lock
position. The lock screw is inserted in the unlock
position when purchased.
TOSHIBA Utilities and drivers preinstalled on the
hard disk. Refer to the Software section at the
front of this chapter.
to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.
computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.
TOSHIBA Console
button
TOSHIBA
Presentation button
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
Display automatic
power off
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Press this button to launch an application
automatically. The default is TOSHIBA Console.
Press this button to change internal display,
external display, simultaneous display, or multimonitor display.
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a time specified. Power is restored when any
key is pressed. You can specify the time in the
Monitor power off item of the Basic Setup tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Introduction
HDD automatic
power off
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk is
accessed. You can specify the time in the HDD
power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.
System automatic
Standby/Hibernation
This feature automatically shuts down the system
in standby mode or Hibernation mode when there
is no input or hardware access for a time specified.
You can specify the time and select either System
Standby or System hibernation in the System
standby and System item of the Basic Setup tab
in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,
The Keyboard, for instructions on using the
keypad overlay.
Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized access
to your computer.
Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and disables
the computer providing data security.
Intelligent power
supply
A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity. Use the Battery remaining item in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You can
specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item
in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off when
the display panel is closed and turns it back on
when the panel is opened. You can specify the
setting in the When I close the lid item of the Setup
Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
Low battery
automatic
hibernation
When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters Hibernation and
shuts down. You can specify the setting in the
Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
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Introduction
Heat dispersal To protect from overheating, the CPU has an
internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s
internal temperature rises to a certain level, the
cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed
is lowered. Use the Fan item of the Basic Setup
tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.
■ Maximum
Performance
Turns on fan first, then if
necessary lowers CPU
processing speed.
■ Performance Uses a combination of fan
and lowering the CPU
processing speed.
■ Battery
optimized
Lowers the CPU processing
speed first, then if necessary
turns on the fan.
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without
exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk, when you turn
on the power again, you can continue working
right where you left off. Refer to the Turning off the
power section in Chapter 3, Getting Started, for
details.
Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off
the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer’s main
memory. When you turn on the power again, you
can continue working right where you left off.
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