Toshiba M200 User Manual

User’s Manual

M200

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© 2003 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.

Portégé M200 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition November 2003

Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Portégé
M200 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.

Trademarks

IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation.

Intel, Pentium and Centrino are registered trademarks and SpeedStep is a
trademark of Intel Corporation.

Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.

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

Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be
used in this manual.

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.

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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 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  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.

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General Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimise safety, minimise strain and
withstand the rigours 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. Also refer to your Safety Instruction
Manual.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Safety Instruction Manual. It contains information on
prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused
by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, 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 (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.

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 mobile 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:

1. use of certain peripheral products

2. use of battery power instead of AC power

3. use of certain multimedia games or videos with special effects

4. use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections

5. use of complex modelling software, such as high end computer aided
design application

6. use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude >1,000
meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)

7. 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
shutdown. 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 Conditions” in your product Resource Guide. Contact
TOSHIBA Service and Support for more information.

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Cooling fan

This product is equipped with a CPU cooling fan, VGA cooling fan and
vent holes. Please make sure to follow the cautions below to avoid
overheat.

■ Clean any dust or dirt that has accumulated on the CPU cooling fan,

VGA cooling fan or vent holes.

■ Do not block the CPU cooling fan, VGA cooling fan or vent holes.

■ Use, place and carry the computer in the recommended manner.

Do not block the vents during use. Cooling fans draw in outside air.

CPU COOLING FAN

VENT

VGA COOLING FAN

VENT

CPU cooling fan, VGA cooling fan and vents

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.

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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

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.

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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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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

Preface ........................................................................................ xvi

Manual contents.................................................................................... xvi

Conventions.......................................................................................... xvii

Abbreviations.....................................................................................xvii

Icons..................................................................................................xvii

Keys...................................................................................................xvii

Key operation ...................................................................................xviii

Display.............................................................................................. xviii

Messages .........................................................................................xviii

Chapter 1 Introduction..............................................................11

Equipment checklist .............................................................................11

Features .................................................................................................13

Special features.....................................................................................17

Utilities .................................................................................................110

Options.................................................................................................113

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour........................................................21

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

Left side..................................................................................................22

Right side ...............................................................................................23

Back side ...............................................................................................24

Underside...............................................................................................25

Front with the display open..................................................................27

Indicators .............................................................................................210

AC adaptor...........................................................................................213

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Chapter 3 Getting Started ........................................................31

Setting up your work space .................................................................31

General conditions.............................................................................32

Placement of computer .....................................................................32

Seating and posture ..........................................................................33

Lighting..............................................................................................33

Work habits .......................................................................................34

Operating the computer in tablet mode..............................................35

Connecting the AC adaptor..................................................................36

Opening the display ..............................................................................38

Turning on the power............................................................................39

Starting up for the first time .................................................................39

Turning off the power .........................................................................310

Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ........................................................310

Hibernation mode ............................................................................310

Standby mode .................................................................................312

Restarting the computer.....................................................................314

Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery

CDROM or DVD ROM ........................................................................314

Chapter 4 Operating Basics.....................................................41

Using the Touch Pad.............................................................................41

Using the Tablet PC Pen and Reserve Pen .........................................42

Inserting the Tablet PC Pen...............................................................44

Removing the Tablet PC Pen ............................................................44

Pen actions........................................................................................45

Replacing the pen tip.........................................................................46

Inserting the Reserve Pen..................................................................47

Removing the Reserve Pen ...............................................................47

Changing to the Tablet mode...............................................................48

Changing the screen orientation .......................................................411

Method 1: Changing the screen orientation using TOSHIBA

Accelerometer Utilities.....................................................................412

Method 2: Changing the screen orientation using Cross Function

Button..............................................................................................412

Method 3: Changing the screen orientation using Task Bar............413

Changing to the laptop mode.............................................................413

Using the USB FDD Kit .......................................................................414

Connecting the USB diskette drive .................................................415

Disconnecting the USB diskette drive .............................................416

Diskette care....................................................................................416

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Wireless communications ..................................................................417

Wireless LAN ...................................................................................417

Bluetooth wireless technology.........................................................418

Wireless communication switch ......................................................418

Wireless communication indicator...................................................419

LAN .......................................................................................................419

LAN cable types ..............................................................................420

Connecting LAN cable.....................................................................420

Disconnecting LAN cable ................................................................421

Using the microphones.......................................................................421

Audio ...............................................................................................422

Using the internal modem ..................................................................425

Region selection ..............................................................................425

Properties menu ..............................................................................426

Connecting ......................................................................................427

Disconnecting..................................................................................427

Cleaning the computer .......................................................................428

Moving the computer..........................................................................428

Heat dispersal......................................................................................429

Chapter 5 The Keyboard ..........................................................51

Typewriter keys .....................................................................................51

F1 … F12 function keys.........................................................................52

Soft Keys: Alt Gr Key Combinations....................................................52

The Euro symbol................................................................................52

Soft keys: Fn key combinations ...........................................................53

Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard.............................................53

Hotkeys .............................................................................................54

Fn Sticky key .....................................................................................56

Windows special keys...........................................................................57

Keypad overlay ......................................................................................57

Turning on the overlays .....................................................................57

Arrow mode .......................................................................................57

Numeric mode ...................................................................................58

Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)...............................58

Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..............................................59

Temporarily changing modes ............................................................59

Generating ASCII characters................................................................59

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Chapter 6 Power and PowerUp Modes.................................61

Power conditions ..................................................................................61

Power indicators ...................................................................................62

Battery indicator ................................................................................62

DC IN 15V indicator ...........................................................................62

Power indicator..................................................................................63

Battery types..........................................................................................63

Battery Pack ......................................................................................63

Real time clock battery......................................................................64

Care and use of the Battery Pack ........................................................64

Safety precautions.............................................................................64

Charging the batteries .......................................................................67

Monitoring battery capacity...............................................................69

Maximising battery operating time ....................................................69

Retaining data with power off..........................................................610

Extending battery life.......................................................................610

Replacing the Battery Pack................................................................611

Removing the Battery Pack.............................................................611

Installing the Battery Pack...............................................................613

TOSHIBA Password Utility..................................................................614

User password ................................................................................614

Supervisor password.......................................................................615

Starting the computer by password ................................................616

Tablet mode.........................................................................................616

Powerup modes .................................................................................617

Windows utilities..............................................................................617

Hot keys ..........................................................................................617

Panel power off ...................................................................................617

System Auto Off ..................................................................................617

Chapter 7 HW Setup .................................................................71

HW Setup ...............................................................................................71

Accessing HW Setup.........................................................................71

HW Setup window.............................................................................71

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Chapter 8 Optional Devices .....................................................81

Cards/memory...................................................................................81

Power devices ...................................................................................81

Peripheral devices .............................................................................81

Other..................................................................................................81

PC cards.................................................................................................82

Inserting a PC card............................................................................82

Removing a PC card..........................................................................83

SD cards.................................................................................................83

Installing an SD card..........................................................................84

Removing an SD card........................................................................84

Formatted SD Cards .............................................................................85

Creation of a boot disk .........................................................................86

Memory expansion................................................................................86

Installing memory module..................................................................87

Removing memory module................................................................89

Battery Pack ........................................................................................810

Universal AC Adaptor..........................................................................810

Battery Charger ...................................................................................810

USB diskette Kit ..................................................................................810

Tablet Multi Dock ................................................................................811

External monitor..................................................................................812

Tablet PC Pen set................................................................................812

Reserve Pen.........................................................................................812

Security lock ........................................................................................813

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Chapter 9 Troubleshooting ......................................................91

Problem solving process ......................................................................91

Preliminary checklist..........................................................................92

Analysing the problem.......................................................................92

Hardware and system checklist...........................................................93

System startup .................................................................................94

Self test..............................................................................................94

Power ................................................................................................94

Password...........................................................................................97

Keyboard ...........................................................................................97

LCD panel..........................................................................................97

Hard disk drive ..................................................................................98

Diskette drive.....................................................................................98

Infrared port.......................................................................................99

Pointing device ..................................................................................99

PC card............................................................................................911

SD card............................................................................................912

Monitor ............................................................................................912

Sound system..................................................................................913

USB .................................................................................................913

Memory expansion ..........................................................................914

Standby/Hibernation........................................................................914

Modem ............................................................................................915

LAN..................................................................................................916

Wireless LAN ...................................................................................916

Bluetooth .........................................................................................916

Real Time Clock ..............................................................................917

If you need further assistance............................................................917

Before you call.................................................................................917

Where to write .................................................................................917

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Appendix A Specifications ......................................................A1

Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors .......................B1

Appendix C Keyboard Layouts ...............................................C1

Appendix D Display Controller and Modes ...........................D1

Appendix E If your computer is stolen................................... E1

Appendix F ASCII Character Codes ....................................... F1

Appendix G Internal Modem Guide ........................................G1

Appendix H Wireless LAN........................................................H1

Appendix I V.90 .......................................................................... I1

Glossary....................................................................................... I1

Index ............................................................................................ I1

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Preface

Portégé M200

Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Portégé M200
computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to
provide years of reliable, highperformance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Portégé M200
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 familiarise 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 organised, 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
and Passwords. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external
devices such as a monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Manual contents

This manual is composed of nine chapters, nine appendices, 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 in laptop mode and tablet mode and gives tips
on safety and designing your work area.

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and
on using the Touch Pad ,Tablet PC Pen, external diskette drive, Wireless
LAN, Bluetooth, LAN, microphone and internal modem.

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Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hotkeys.

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 Appendices 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.

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.

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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.

Display

S ABC

Names of windows or icons or text generated
by the computer that appears on its display
screen is 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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Introduction

Portégé M200

Chapter 1

Introduction

This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, utilities and options.

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

Hardware

Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ Portégé M200 Portable Personal Computer

■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord

■ Tablet PC Pen

Tablet PC Pen is included in the carton of pen set with the product when
purchased. Spare pen tip and drawout tool are also included in the
carton.

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Software

■ The following software is preinstalled:

■ Microsoft

■ TOSHIBA Modem driver

■ TOSHIBA Display driver

■ TOSHIBA Touch Pad driver

■ TOSHIBA Sound driver

■ TOSHIBA Bluetooth drivers (Can be used only in Bluetooth

models)

■ TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Driver

■ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension3

■ TOSHIBA Utilities

■ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices

■ TOSHIBA Tablet Access code Logon Utility

■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility

■ TOSHIBA Rotation Utility

■ TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities

■ TOSHIBA Power Saver

■ TOSHIBA Common Modules

■ TOSHIBA Console

■ TOSHIBA Config Free

■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility

■ TOSHIBA Skins for Windows Media Player

■ SD card Driver Set

■ PC Diagnostic Tool Utility

■ Online manual

■ Sensiva Symbol Commander

■ Documentation:

■ Portégé M200 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

■ Portégé M200 Portable Personal Computer Quickstart

■ Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition manual package

■ Safety Instruction Manual

■ Warranty Information

■ Product Recovery CDROM or DVD ROM

®

Windows XP Tablet PC Edition

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Features

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 co
processor, a 32 KB level 1 cache memory and a
1MB level 2 cache memory. It also supports
Enhanced Intel

■ Intel

■ Intel

■ Intel

■ Intel

Other processors may be introduced in the
future

Some configurations carry Intel® Centrino™ technology, which is based
on three separate technologies of Intel® Pentium® M, Intel® PRO/Wireless
Network Connection, and Intel® 855 Chipset Family.

®

®

®

®

®

SpeedStep™ technology.
Pentium® M processor 1.4 GHz
Pentium® M processor 1.5 GHz
Pentium® M processor 1.6 GHz
Pentium® M processor 1.7 GHz

Memory

Slot 256, 512 or 1,024 MB memory modules can be

installed in the two memory slots for a maximum
of 2GB of system memory.’

Level 2 cache 1 MB level 2 cache is provided to maximize

performance.

Video RAM 32MB of RAM is provided for Video display.

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Disks

Builtin Hard disk

■ 40 billion bytes (37.26 GB)

■ 60 billion bytes (55.87 GB)

■ 80 billion bytes (74.53 GB)

Other hard disks may be introduced in the
future.

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 12.1" SXGA+TFT, 1400 horizontal × 1050

vertical pixels, up to 16 M colours.

Gaphics controller Graphics controller maximizes display

performance. Refer to Appendix D for more
information.

Keyboard

Builtin 84 keys or 85 keys, compatible with IBM®

enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control,

Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

and

keys. See

Touch pad

Builtin A touch pad and control buttons in the palm rest

enable control of the onscreen pointer and
scrolling of windows.

Tablet PC Pen

Supplied A pen enables data entry directly through the

display screen.

Reserve Pen

Optional A pen enables data entry directly through the

display screen. Supplied pen uses a pen instead
Tablet PC Pen at the time of loss or breakage.
Some Computers are equipped with a Reserve
Pen

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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 (RTC) and calendar.

AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system

and rechar
comes with a detachable power cord. Because it
is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltage
between 100 and 240 volts.

es the batteries when they are low. It

Ports

Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.

Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone.

Infrared The serial infrared port is compatible with

Infrared 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.

External monitor 15pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B

compatible functions.

Docking Special port for connecting a Tablet Multi Dock.

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)

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.)

Slots

PC card A PC card slot accommodates one 5 mm Type II

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

Sound System Windows Sound System compatible sound

system provides internal speakers and an
internal microphone as well as jacks for an
external microphone and headphone.

Communications

Modem An internal modem provides capability for data

and fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92).
The speed of data transfer and fax depends on
analo

telephone line conditions. It has a modem
jack for connecting to a telephone line. It is
preinstalled as a standard device in some
markets. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported
only in USA, Canada and Australia. Only V.90 is
available in other regions.

LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that

supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASET)
and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s,
100BASETX).

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 Multiplexin
that complies with the IEEE802.11 Standard. The
configuration of the built in Wireless LAN
depends on the model you purchased (Revision
B or G)
Revision G support a data transfer rate up to
54 Mbit/s.
Revision B support a data transfer rate up to
11 Mbit/s.
Turbo Mode support a data transfer rate up to
108 Mbit/s.

radio technology

Wireless
communication
switch

Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with

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This switch turns the Wireless LAN and
Bluetooth communication functions on and off.

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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Security

Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the

computer to a desk or other large object.

Software

Operating System The following operating systems is preinstalled:

Windows XP Tablet PC Edition. Refer to the
Software section at the front of this chapter.

TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled

to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.

Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the

computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.

Special features

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

Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the

system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.

Keypad overlay Grey keys with grey lettering make up the

keypad overlay, which lets you use the keyboard
for tenkey operations or cursor control.

Display automatic
power off

HDD automatic
power off

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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.

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.

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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
Hibernate in the System standby and System
hibernation item of the Basic Setup tab in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You

can specify the Power Save Mode in the
Running on batteries item of the Profile item in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Power on password Two levels of password security are available:

supervisor and user. This feature prevents
unauthorized access to your computer.

Instant security A hot key function blanks the screen and

disables the computer providing quick and easy
data security.

Advanced Instant
Security

Advanced Instant This function is a utility (one of
the acceleration sensor utilities) with the
following functions.

■ It performs from CrossMenu and PC is

changed into a WorkStation lock state.

■ If PC is moved in the state of a WorkStation

lock, beep sound will sound. Cancel a
WorkStation lock, in order to stop beep
sound.

■ If a WorkStation lock is canceled, a program

will be ended automatically.

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 a AC
adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity. Use the Battery remaining 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 window in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.

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Low battery
automatic
hibernation

When battery power is exhausted to the point
that automatic hibernation 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.

Auto power on This feature lets you set a time and date for the

computer to turn on automatically. The feature is
useful for receiving remote communications
while you are asleep or away. You can specify
the setting in Scheduled Tasks.

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 a

ain, you

can continue working right where you left off.

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.

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 Cooling Method 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

optimised

Lowers the CPU processing
speed first, then if necessary
turns on the fan.

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Utilities

This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme.txt files.

TOSHIBA Power
Saver

HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware

TOSHIBA Password
Utility

Display Driver for
Windows

Symbol Commander This software enables the user to run an

TOSHIBA
Accelerometer
Utilities

To access this power management program,
open the Control Panel, click Performance and
Maintenance and click the TOSHIBA Power
Saver icon

settin

s according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use. To start
the utility, open the Control Panel, click Printers
and Other Hardware and click the TOSHIBA HW
Setup icon.

The TOSHIBA Password Utility provides two
levels of password security: User and
Supervisor.

The display driver enables simultaneous display
on the internal LCD, and on an external
computer monitor. To enable this function, use
the Display Properties dialog box.

application or to show home page by drawing a
simple mark on the display with the Tablet PC
Pen. You can customize the action to boot the
computer and to run the application.

When TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities is
enabled, you can invoke the Start menu, switch
active windows or launch predefined
applications by shaking the computer vertically
or horizontally, or tilting it.

You can boot TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities
from the menu bar as follows.

Start –> All Programs –> TOSHIBA –> Tablet
PC –> Setting of TOSHIBA Accelerometer
Utilities

The Setting of TOSHIBA Accelerometer Utilities
screen appears.

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Sound driver A broad range of audio controls are available

throu

h the ADI sound driver, including Software
Synthesize, Mic Volume, Noise Reduction and
Audio Power Management.

Click Control Panel and click SoundMAX icon to
change the Mic Noise Reduction settings and
the Power Management settings.

For other sound settings, use the Windows
Device Manager, Multimedia Panel or Volume
Dial.

TOSHIBA
Accessibility

This utility lets you make the Fn key sticky, that
is, you can press it once, release it, and they
press an “F number” key. The Fn key remains
active until another key is pressed.

TOSHIBA Mobile
Extension3

This utility allows you to dock with or undock
from a docking station or port replicator, while
your system is powered on, or while in Standby
or Hibernation. Settings can be modified from
the "TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 3" icon in the
TOSHIBA Console.

Hot key utility This utility lets you display or hide a confirmation

message when you press Fn + F3 or Fn + F4.

TOSHIBA Tablet
Access Code Logon
Utility

This utility allows you to logon to the system. If a
password has been set, a dialog box with a
prompt (e.g. Password=

appears when you turn
the power on. If the system is in tablet mode,
you can enter a password by clicking on keys of
the soft keyboard with the Tablet PC Pen.

TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility

This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
text size on the Internet Explorer window and the
icon size on the desktop.

TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Console is a graphical user interface

that provides easy access to help and services.
It is the default function launched by the
TOSHIBA Console button.

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PC Diagnosis Tool TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool displays the basic

in formation on PC, and the test of builtin
devices can also be performed. You can boot
TOSHIBA PC Dia

nostic Tool form the menu bar

as follows.

Start –> All Programs –> TOSHIBA –>
Utilities –> PC Diagnostic Tool

Bluetooth TOSHIBA
Stack

This software enables communication between
remote Bluetooth devices. Refer to the Quick

Start Guide.

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

TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to

allow easy control of communication device and
network connections. TOSHIBA ConfigFree also
allows you to find communication problems and
create profiles for easy switching between
location and communication networks.

You can boot TOSHIBA ConfigFree from the
menu bar as follows.

Start –> All Programs –> TOSHIBA –>
Networking –> ConfigFree

TOSHIBA SD Memory
Boot Utility

The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility is a utility
which can create SD memory card as a boot
disk. You can boot TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot
Utility from the menu bar as follows.

Start –> All Programs –> TOSHIBA –> Utility >
SD Memory Boot Utility

Drag’n Drop CD+DVD The setup image for Drag'n Drop CD+DVD is

located in C:\TOSHIBA.Before using it, please
execute the installation program on the desktop
for installation. However, you can only use
Drag'n Drop CD+DVD with the following drives:

■ The CD/DVD recordable drives which can

connect to the slim select bay of Tablet Multi
Dock

■ External CDRW/DVDROM Drive (PA3352x)

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