Toshiba M35X, m30x User Manual

Download

Satellite® M30X/M35X Series User’s Guide

If you need assistance:

❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre

Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273

For more information, see “If Something Goes Wrong” on

page 155 in this guide.

PMAD00020011 08/04

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Models: Satellite® M30X/M35X Series

ReWritable CD/DVD Drives

The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage.

TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR

LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.

ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE

Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

, i.LINK®

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Contact:

Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Blvd.

Irvine, CA 92618-1697

(949) 583-3000

Industry Canada requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FCC requirements

The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, the information must be provided to the telephone company.

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

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the ## are the REN without a

decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.

Telephone Company Procedures

The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.

If Problems Arise

If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.

Fax Branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number

provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer.

Alarm Equipment

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment

1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.

This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

Wireless Interoperability

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as defined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN device.

Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range.

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 organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, 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 organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory Information

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

❖ This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE

Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:

EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment

ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment

ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.

English: Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares

that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Finnish: Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Dutch: Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat

het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

French: Par la présente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/ CE.

Par la présente, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company déclare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables.

Swedish: Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company att

denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Danish: Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF

German: Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, dass

sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)

Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)

Greek:

Italian: Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company

dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Spanish: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network

Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Portuguese: TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este

Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.

The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user.

Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.

Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

NOTE

The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an

802.11a device.

Taiwa n

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this Equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station).

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(3)

(1) (2)

2.4DSOF4

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from

2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz. It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

(4)

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the computer

JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Approval Number: D01-1128JP

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device. ❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only

Radio approvals for wireless devices

NOTE

The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 Mini PCI Wireless network adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

NOTE

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

België/ Belgique:

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.

procedure to follow. Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig.Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

allowed. E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.

Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op

met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

802.11a (5 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Canada USA

Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

European Community Countries

Austria O x x Belgium, France,

Switzerland/Lichtenstein Denmark, Finland,

Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, UK

Iceland, Spain O O O

O: allowed ×: forbidden

5150-5250 MHz

Channels: 36, 40, 44,

Indoor Only

OO x

OO O

5250-5350 MHz

Channels: 52, 56, 60,

Indoor Only

5470-5725 MHz

Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,

116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Indoor/Outdoor

❖ To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless

LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply. The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult he local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network.

❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any

European Community country.

❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the

5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.

❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and

activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

NOTE

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

802.11a (5 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Canada USA

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland UK Uruguay USA Venezuela

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA

Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special

Interest Group.

❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The

Bluetooth Special interest Group.

Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers.

Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/

43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/ computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http:// www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/ bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health

The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology 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 Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of

airplanes, 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 organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory statements

This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following:

European Union (EU) and EFTA

This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly.

Canada — Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Caution: FCC Interference Statement

This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference, and

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm.

Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.

The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.

NOTE

Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Taiwa n

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this equipment in Japan

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) (2)

(3)

2.4FH1

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER

Approval Number: 01NYDA1305

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions

The DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Location of the required label

(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)

This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the user’s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Export Administration Regulation

This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.

TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

Trademarks

Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/ or Toshiba Corporation.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Alliance.

Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Computer disposal information

This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at

www.eiae.org.

Introduction................................................................................ 35

This guide ...............................................................36

Safety icons ............................................................37

Other icons used...............................................38

Other documentation ..............................................38

Service options .......................................................39

Chapter 1: Getting Started........................................................ 40

Selecting a place to work ........................................40

Creating a computer-friendly environment........40

Keeping yourself comfortable ...........................41

Other precautions .............................................45

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................47

Setting up your computer .......................................47

Setting up your software...................................48

Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........49

Adding external devices ....................................49

Connecting to a power source ................................50

Charging the main battery.......................................53

Contents

Using the computer for the first time......................54

Opening the display panel.................................54

Your computer’s features and specifications ....55

Turning on the power........................................55

Using the TouchPad™.............................................56

Scrolling with the TouchPad™ ..........................56

Using the Scroll button .....................................57

Using the Control buttons.................................57

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .................57

Installing additional memory (optional) ..................58

Removing a memory module............................62

Checking total memory .....................................63

Using an external keyboard.....................................63

Using a mouse........................................................63

Connecting a local printer .......................................64

Setting up your printer............................................65

Connecting an optional external diskette drive........69

Connecting external display devices .......................70

Directing the display output when you turn

on the computer .........................................71

Adjusting the quality of the external display......72

Turning off the computer ........................................73

Closing the display panel ..................................74

Caring for your computer........................................74

Cleaning the computer......................................74

Moving the computer........................................75

Using a computer lock ......................................75

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 77

Computing tips .......................................................77

Using the keyboard .................................................79

Character keys ..................................................79

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................80

Function keys....................................................80

Contents

Windows® special keys.....................................80

Overlay keys......................................................81

Starting a program..................................................83

Starting a program from the Start menu...........83

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer ...84

Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....85

Saving your work....................................................86

Printing your work ..................................................88

Backing up your files ..............................................89

Restoring your work .........................................89

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........90

Drive components and control buttons.............90

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components 91

CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons ............92

Inserting a disc .................................................93

Playing an audio CD..........................................95

Playing CDs using Auto-Run.............................97

Creating a CD....................................................97

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD................98

Removing a disc with the computer on.............98

Removing a disc with the computer off ............99

Caring for CD or DVDs Discs ............................99

Powering down the computer...............................100

Using the Turn off computer or Shut down

command..................................................100

Shutting down more quickly ...........................101

Using Hibernation Mode .................................103

Using Standby Mode.......................................107

Toshiba’s online resources ...................................110

Contents

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................ 111

Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................111

Running the computer on battery power ..............111

Battery Notice .................................................112

Power management ........................................112

Using additional batteries ...............................113

Charging the batteries...........................................113

Charging the main battery...............................114

Charging the RTC battery................................115

Monitoring battery power .....................................116

Determining remaining battery power.............117

What to do when the battery runs low ............118

Setting battery alarms.....................................118

Conserving battery power ...............................119

Power profiles in Windows XP........................120

Using a hot key to set the power profile..........121

Changing the main battery ....................................122

Removing the battery from the computer .......122

Inserting the battery into the computer...........124

Taking care of your battery ...................................125

Safety precautions ..........................................125

Maximizing battery life....................................126

Disposing of used batteries safely ........................127

Traveling tips ........................................................128

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Options........................................ 129

Exploring the desktop ...........................................129

Finding your way around the desktop .............130

Setting up for communications.............................133

Connecting the modem to a telephone line .....135

Connecting your computer to a network ........136

An overview of using the Internet .........................139

The Internet ....................................................139

The World Wide Web .....................................139

Contents

Internet Service Providers...............................140

Connecting to the Internet .............................140

Surfing the Internet.........................................141

Internet features..............................................141

Uploading and downloading files from the

Internet ....................................................142

Exploring video features .......................................142

Changing the display properties setting................143

Display settings hot key .................................143

Exploring audio features .......................................144

Recording sounds...........................................144

Using a microphone........................................144

Adjusting recording settings ...........................145

Using external speakers or headphones..........146

Using the i.LINK® port ..........................................146

Using PC Cards.....................................................147

PC Card supporting software ..........................147

Inserting a PC Card.........................................147

Removing a PC Card.......................................148

Hot swapping..................................................149

Using the Bridge Media slot..................................150

Inserting Memory Stick or Memory Stick

PRO media................................................150

Removing Memory Stick or Memory Stick

PRO media................................................151

Inserting an SD™ Card....................................151

Removing an SD™ Card..................................152

Inserting an xD-Picture Card™........................152

Removing an xD-Picture Card™......................153

Inserting a SmartMedia Card™ .......................153

Removing a SmartMedia Card™ .....................154

Contents

Chapter 5: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 155

Problems that are easy to fix ................................155

Problems when you turn on the computer............158

The Windows® operating system is not working ..159

Using Startup options to fix problems ............159

Internet problems ...........................................160

The Windows® XP operating system can

help you ....................................................161

Resolving a hardware conflict...............................161

A plan of action...............................................162

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....162

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........164

Memory problems ..........................................166

Power and the batteries ..................................166

Keyboard problems.........................................168

Display problems ............................................169

Disk drive problems........................................171

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...173

Sound system problems .................................174

PC Card problems...........................................174

Printer problems.............................................178

Modem problems............................................179

Develop good computing habits ...........................179

If you need further assistance...............................181

Before you call ................................................181

Contacting Toshiba .........................................182

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites .........................183

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................183

Contents

Appendix A: Hot Keys.............................................................. 185

Volume Mute ........................................................185

Instant password security.....................................186

Without a password........................................186

With a password .............................................186

Maintaining security when the battery is

not fully charged .......................................187

Power usage mode ..............................................188

Stand by mode......................................................189

Hibernation mode ................................................190

Display modes ......................................................191

Enabling a wireless device ....................................192

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad .....................192

Keyboard hot keys ................................................193

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors.......................... 194

Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your

Toshiba Computer............................................ 195

Getting Started......................................................196

Starting ConfigFree .........................................196

ConfigFree Utilities................................................197

Connectivity Doctor ........................................197

Search for Wireless Devices ...........................200

Profile Settings ...............................................202

Quick Connect.................................................204

Using the Automatic Switch..................................207

Semi-Automatic Switch Feature............................208

Glossary.................................................................................... 209

Index..........................................................................................224

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go.

Your system comes with either the Microsoft® Windows® XP Home or Windows XP Professional operating system. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access.

This guide contains information about your operating system and how it functions with your Toshiba computer. For specific information on the software, see the Microsoft booklet that shipped with your computer.

Introduction

This guide

NOTE

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end. ❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you. ❖ Use the table of contents and index to find specific

information.

The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, please visit Toshiba's Web site at

While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba’s Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.

Safety icons

This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Introduction

Safety icons

NOTE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Provides important information.

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If

Something Goes Wrong” on page 155.

Introduction

Service options

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

Chapter 1

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, describes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer.

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface which is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation and prevent overheating.

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

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,

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

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again.

If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your network administrator. If your computer still does not operate, refer to

page 181 for additional technical assistance.

“If you need further assistance” on

Keeping yourself comfortable

Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. With a little care and proper use of the equipment, you can work comfortably throughout the day.

Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.

This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries.

❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable

height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching.

❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the

display should be no higher than eye level.

❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height

and distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

Below eye level

Approximately 90° angles

Footrest

Correct posture and positioning of the computer

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly

below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor.

If you are using a conventional chair:

❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If

necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.

❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower

curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores.

❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and

elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.

Lighting

Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain.

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that

sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.

❖ Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that

could shine directly in your eyes.

❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer

work area.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.

Arms and wrists

❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep

them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve

circulation.

Work habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

❖ Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your

muscles, and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours.

❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long

periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the

computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds.

Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device. We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes.

Other precautions

Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of

the computer. If the computer is used for long periods, its case can

become very warm. While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on your lap, for example), your skin might suffer low-heat injury.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.

Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods of time.

❖ Avoid spilling liquids into the computer’s keyboard.

If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again.

❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a

drive is active. Turning off the computer while it is reading from or

writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Keep the computer and disks away from objects that

generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

Information on disks is stored magnetically. Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally, even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You will need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer.

To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.

NOTE

The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to

“Setting up your software” on page 48 before adding external

or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.

Your computer contains a rechargeable high-capacity battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.

To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See

on page 50 for more information.

“Connecting to a power source”

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

Setting up your software

The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software.

1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup

Wizard.

2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

Agreement and click Next.

3 Enter the computer name and description and click Next

or Skip. The computer will pause for a moment while checking

for an internet connection, and you will see the screen “Checking your internet connectivity.”

A window will display the message: “How will this computer connect to the internet?” The system displays three selections: Telephone modem, Digital subscriber line (DSL) or cable, or Local Area Network (LAN).

4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue.

NOTE

5 Click Ye s to register, or No to exit the process.

NOTE

6 If you selected Yes in step 5, enter your personal

To register online, your computer must be connected to the Internet via a voice-grade telephone line or a Local-AreaNetwork (LAN).

A window displays asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft.

If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.

information in the registration window.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

A window displays the message, “Who will use this computer?”

7 Enter your name and click Next to complete the process.

A window displays the message, “Thank you.”

8 Click Finish to continue.

Your computer restarts automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.

www.register.toshiba.com.

Adding external devices

NOTE

Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:

❖ Add more memory (see “Installing additional memory

❖ Connect a mouse (see “Using a mouse” on page 63) ❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a local printer”

❖ Connect an external diskette drive (see “Connecting an

Before adding external devices, Toshiba recommends setting up your software first. See “Setting up your software” on

page 48.

(optional)” on page 58)

on page 64)

optional external diskette drive” on page 69)

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 147)

Connecting to a power source

Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cord/cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet, or to charge the computer’s battery.

AC adapter

Power cord/cable

Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter

AC adapter cord

Hold the power cord/cable by its plug when you connect/ disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cord/cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock.

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

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter.

Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of

the computer.

Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer

3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.

The AC power indicator glows when the computer is connected to an external power source.

The battery light:

❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged.

❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged.

❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an external

power source. For information on determining battery

power, see

Damaged power cords/cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cord/cable.

If the power cord/cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock.

Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

“Monitoring battery power” on page 116.

Charging the main battery

To charge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. For more information on battery use, see

“Running the computer on battery power” on page 111.

Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer’s Power Management utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.

Getting Started

NOTE

Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.

Getting Started

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Slide the display latch to the right and lift the display panel.

Sample opening the display panel

To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily.

Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.

Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.

NOTE

Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD Screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology.

Screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen.

Getting Started

Using the computer for the first time

Your computer’s features and specifications

Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all those features.

Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come on your computer:

Sample system icons

This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.

Turning on the power

1 Check that any drives on the computer are empty.

2 Turn on the computer by pressing and releasing the

power button located on the top of the keyboard.

NOTE

When you turn on the computer for the first time, do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

The hard disk drive indicator flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use.

Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use.

Getting Started

Using the TouchPad™

Using the TouchPad

The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor:

❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your

finger forward on the TouchPad.

❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your

finger toward yourself.

❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide

your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.

❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to

left.

NOTE

Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred direction.

™

Once you have positioned your cursor, you can either click by double-tapping the TouchPad or pressing the control buttons.

Scrolling with the TouchPad

There are two active regions on the TouchPad that allow you to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or trackball.

To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right edge of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger along the bottom edge of the TouchPad.

™

Using the TouchPad™

Using the Scroll button

For applicable systems, the scroll button, located between the primary and secondary control buttons on the TouchPad, is used for rapid viewing of pages on the screen.

Using the Control buttons

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.

The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

Getting Started

The TouchPad is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable TouchPad setting:

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click Mouse or press the Fn + F9 hot keys.

The Mouse Properties window appears.

4 Click the TouchPAD ON/OFF tab.

The TouchPAD ON/OFF tab view window appears.

5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate. 6 Click Apply. 7 Click OK.

The Mouse Properties window closes.

Getting Started

Installing additional memory (optional)

8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window. 9 Close the Control Panel window.

NOTE

The Fn + F9 shortcut can be used to enable or disable the TouchPad (see “Hot Keys” on page 185).

Installing additional memory (optional)

Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Stand by or Hibernation mode, data will be lost.

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.

Additional memory comes in various capacities (to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com). There are two memory slots. Your

system may have both slots occupied.

If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules become hot. If this happens, let the modules cool to room temperature before you replace them.

Getting Started

Installing additional memory (optional)

You need a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver to install a memory module.

To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.

The computer has two memory module slots—Slot A and

B. You can install one or two memory modules.

Slot If you are adding memory after you have started to use the

computer, begin at step

1 Turn off the computer via the Start menu.

See “Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command”

on page 100.

The operating system turns off the computer.

2 Unplug and remove any cables connected to the

computer.

1, otherwise skip to step 2.

3 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside

down to locate the expansion memory module slot cover.

Expansion memory module slot cover

Sample base of a Satellite M30X/M35X series computer

Getting Started

Installing additional memory (optional)

4 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the

screw that secures the expansion memory module slot cover, then remove the expansion memory module slot cover.

Sample removing the expansion module memory slot cover

5 Put the screw and cover in a safe place so that you can

retrieve them later.

Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.

To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).

6 Remove the memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

7 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold

connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket.

Getting Started

Installing additional memory (optional)

8 Gently put the memory module connector down at an

angle and press down until the clips snap into place. Do not force the memory module into position. The

memory module should be level when secured in place.

Sample inserting the memory module

Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

9 Replace the expansion memory module slot cover. 10 Replace the screw and tighten it. 11 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you

removed.

12 Turn on the computer.

To verify that the computer correctly recognizes the memory, click Start, Control Panel and click Performance and Maintenance. Click System to view the recognized memory.

13 If the computer does not recognize the memory module,

shut down the computer, remove the expansion memory module slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step

Getting Started

Installing additional memory (optional)

Removing a memory module

1 Follow steps 1 through 6 in “Installing additional memory

(optional)” on page 58.

Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device.

Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved.

The following message appears when you turn on the power:

Warning: Resume Failure

Press Any Key To Continue

If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds, then turn the power on again.

2 Gently push the memory module locks outward until the

memory module pops up.

Sample removing the memory module

3 Gently pull the memory module diagonally to pull it out

of the slot.

4 Complete the procedure by following steps 10 through 12

in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 58.

Checking total memory

When you add or remove memory, you can check that the computer has recognized the change. To do this:

1 Click Start, then click Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance. 3 Click System. 4 The General tab view automatically appears and shows

total memory.

If the computer does not recognize the memory configuration, turn off the computer, remove the memory slot cover, and make sure the memory module is seated properly, as described in step

(optional)” on page 58.

Getting Started

Using an external keyboard

10 of “Installing additional memory

Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use a full-size keyboard, you can attach one to your computer. The computer’s USB port supports any USBcompatible keyboard.

Using a mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device.

To connect a USB mouse, plug the mouse cable into one of the USB ports.

Getting Started

Connecting a local printer

Before you can connect a printer, you need a suitable USB printer cable, which may have been provided with your printer. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.

Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.

NOTE

These instructions assume you have a USB printer. Consult the document that came with your printer to verify the connection type.

Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.

You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store.

If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.

Getting Started

Setting up your printer

To connect a USB printer:

1 Plug the USB connector into one of the USB ports on your

computer

2 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.

Connecting a Parallel Printer

To connect a parallel printer:

Connecting the parallel printer cable while the computer is on may damage the printer, the computer, or both.

1 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the computer’s

parallel port.

To the computer

Sample identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable

2 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live AC outlet.

See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps.

To the printer

Setting up your printer

If you started your computer with a printer connected and turned on, it may have been detected automatically (Plug and Play). If this is not the case, then you must install the printer driver for the model of printer that is connected to your computer. You install the printer driver either by following the instructions indicated in your printer manual, or by using the operating system Add Printer Wizard.

If you plan to set up a printer later, click Cancel.

Getting Started

Setting up your printer

Using the Add Printer Wizard

To set up a printer with the Add Printer Wizard: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Printers and Other

Hardware.

2 Select Printers and Faxes.

The Printers and Faxes window appears.

Sample Printers and Faxes window

3 Click Add Printer.

The Add Printer Wizard starts.

Getting Started

Setting up your printer

Sample Add Printer Wizard

4 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard asks you to select your printer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: If your printer is Plug and Play, the operating system recognizes it automatically. You can ignore the remainder of this section. See your printer manual.

5 If the printer you are setting up:

❖ Is not connected to a network, select Local printer

attached to this computer.

If you select Local printer, check “Automatically detect and install my Plug and Play printer.”

❖ Is connected to a network, select Network printer, or a

printer attached to another computer.

6 Click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to select your printer.

Getting Started

Setting up your printer

7 From the list of manufacturers and printers, select your

printer, then click Next.

8 Select the port settings according to the instructions in

your printer’s documentation and the port to which your printer is connected, then click Next.

The Add Printer Wizard prompts you to enter a printer name.

9 Enter a name for your printer.

HINT: If you are using more than one printer, make sure the name is descriptive enough to help you tell the difference.

10 To set up the printer to be the default printer for the

operating system, click Ye s .

11 Click Next.

The operating system prompts you to print a test page.

12 If your printer is connected and turned on, click Next.

To complete the setup procedure without printing a test page, click No, then click Next.

13 Click Finish.

You are now ready to print.

Depending on your program, you may see various messages indicating the status of your print job.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. In this case, the Windows® XP operating system Add Printer Wizard will display an error message. If this happens, refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions.

Getting Started

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes.

Sample optional external USB diskette drive

To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the USB ports.

Sample connecting an optional external USB diskette drive

Getting Started

Connecting external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect an external display device to the available video port:

❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor)

port.

❖ A television or video display device via the S-video port.

Before connecting an external monitor or video projector, configure your computer for the type of device you are connecting. To do this, refer to the documentation for your operating system and devices.

Connecting an external monitor or projector

You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:

1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor) port

on the left side of the computer.

2 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical

outlet.

3 Turn on the external device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by

configuring the Display Properties settings.

Connecting to the S-video port

NOTE

Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the video-out port, you will need to purchase an Svideo cable.

Getting Started

Connecting external display devices

To connect the device:

1 Connect one end of the video cable to the external video

device.

Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its video-in port.

2 Connect the other end of the video cable to the S-video

port on the back of the computer.

3 Turn on the external video device. 4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5, or by setting the

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 71.

TECHNICAL NOTE: If you are connecting to a television, you may need to change the display properties. Most televisions use or support an 800 x 600 standard resolution.

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Once you have connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (

1 Press Fn and F5 simultaneously.

2 While holding down Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the

setting you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following

order:

❖ Built-in display only

❖ Built-in display and external monitor simultaneously

❖ External monitor only

Fn + F5):

Getting Started

Connecting external display devices

❖ TV

❖ TV and LCD

3 Release the Fn key.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box.

Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, click Apply or OK.

For more information on switching the display output, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” on page 71.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps.

TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device. The external display device must support a resolution of 640 480 or higher.

Turning off the computer

It is a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it for a while.

If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to three hours to recharge the main battery.

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate and Standby. Each option has its advantages.

Getting Started

Turning off the computer

❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the

Windows operating system when not connected to a domain server.

❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the

Windows connected to a domain server.

❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a

network, use the Windows commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off.

❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, you can use

the Windows a domain server or the Shut down when connected to a domain server instead.

For more information, see “Powering down the computer” on

page 100.

XP Home or Windows® XP Professional

XP Professional operating system and

Standby or Hibernate

Turn Off command when not connected to

Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

Closing the display panel

When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur:

❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD

panel will automatically turn off until you open it again.

❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will

beep to notify you that it is still on.

❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will

perform either: Nothing, Standby, Hibernate, or Turn Off.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer, and explains how to fit an antitheft lock. For information about taking care of your computer’s battery, see

“Running the computer on battery power” on page 111.

Cleaning the computer

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your Toshiba dealer for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.

Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the disk activity lights stop glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.

Never pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located).

Although your notebook computer is built to withstand reasonable shock and vibration, transport it in a carrying case for long trips. You can purchase a carrying case from your Toshiba dealer (To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

accessories.toshiba.com).

Using a computer lock

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy

Sample PORT-Noteworthy® computer lock cable

To secure the computer: 1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy

object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable

off the object.

2 Pass the locking end through the loop.

computer lock cable.

Getting Started

Caring for your computer

3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot,

then rotate the key a quarter turn and remove it. The computer is now securely locked to deter computer theft.

Sample locking the computer

Chapter 2

Learning the Basics

This chapter lists some computing tips and provides important information about basic features.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Power

management” on page 112.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

Learning the Basics

Computing tips

❖ Back up your files to storage media on a regular basis.

Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place.

If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

❖ Use Error-Checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to

conserve disk space and help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet. Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain.

❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light

indicates a drive is active.

XP operating

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off

computer command or Standby command. See

“Powering down the computer” on page 100 to learn

more about Standby.

The operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shut down procedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

Keyboard

Character keys

Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:

❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just

passing over an area of the page.

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not

interchangeable.

❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper

case — the number and symbol keys are not affected. The caps lock light on the keyboard indicator panel illuminates when you press the

Caps Lock key.

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Alt

Ctrl

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

The Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.

Function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they run

programmed functions when you press them. Used in combination with the run specific functions on the computer.

Fn key, function keys marked with icons

Windows® special keys

The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in the operating system:

❖ The Windows ❖ The Application key has the same function as the

secondary TouchPad control button (or secondary mouse button).

Application key

Windows logo key

logo key opens the Start menu.

Overlay keys

Keyboard overlay keys

The keys with numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

Using the numeric keypad overlay

The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys.

To turn on the numeric keypad overlay, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.

You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on. To do so:

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

To use the cursor control overlay when the numeric overlay is on, press and hold down keys. To return to the numeric overlay, release

To turn off the numeric keypad overlay, hold down the Fn key and press indicator panel goes out.

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard

Shift while you use the cursor control

Shift.

Using the cursor control overlay

The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys.

To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.

To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on, hold down overlay keys. To return to the cursor control overlay, release

Shift.

To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the Fn key and press keyboard indicator panel goes out.

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

Shift while you use the numeric

Learning the Basics

Starting a program

The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows Explorer.

If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options:

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop ❖ Use the Start menu ❖ Use Windows Explorer to locate the program file ❖ Use the Run dialog box

Starting a program from the Start menu

When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows

WordPad program as an example:

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

The Windows® XP operating system displays the All Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed, go to step step 2.

2 Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.

The Accessories menu displays.

3 Click the program, in this example, Wor dPad .

WordPad opens.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

3, otherwise, continue with

Learning the Basics

Starting a program

Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer

If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows view of your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with

This example opens WordPad using its file name, wordpad.exe.

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

2 Click Accessories. 3 Click Windows Explorer. 4 Click My Computer to expand the window. 5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-

.exe).

click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.

Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder.

Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a

6 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT. 7 Click Accessories.

Windows® Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window.

8 In the right part of the window, double-click Word Pad.

WordPad opens.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

Learning the Basics

Starting a program

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

This example uses the Run command to start WordPad:

1 Click Start, then click Run.

The Run dialog box appears.

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

❖ If you know the program’s location, type the command

line. For a program in the Windows program name. Otherwise, type the full file path. For example, to access WordPad, type:

c:\Program Files\WindowsNT\Accessories\Wordpad, then click

OK.

❖ If you do not know the location, click Browse....

In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for example, wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search. When the operating system has found the file, click Open.

HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list.

folder, type just the

Learning the Basics

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive.

Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see “Power management” on page 112.

Saving files

1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save.

If you are working with a document that already has a file name, this is all you need to do. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.

Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.

Sample Save As dialog box

2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to

be stored.

Learning the Basics

Saving your work

3 Type a file name, then click Save.

HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.

The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require MS-DOS

file names.

File names

If you plan to share your files with a computer using a preWindows file name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to three additional characters.

You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _ file names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces.

95 version of the Windows® operating system, the

^ $ ~ ! # % & { } ( ) @ and ‘. MS-DOS®

Using a file extension

Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft

.doc extension. Any file name with an extension of

with a “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft own extension is usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your programs’ documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature.

Word saves files

Word file. Creating your

Learning the Basics

Printing your work

To save:

❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu

and click Save.

❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a

name for the file, and click OK.

HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.

Printing your work

Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in

page 65.

“Setting up your printer” on

TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s).

To print a file:

1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.

2 In the File menu of your program, click Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

3 Click OK to print.

Backing up your files

Backing up your files means copying individual files to media, such as CDs, or copying entire sections of your hard disk to another device, such as a tape drive.

For those systems with a writable CD-ROM drive or DVDROM multi-function drive, you may back up file to a writable disc as follows:

1 To back up to a CD or other media, insert the media into

the appropriate drive.

2 Click Start, then click My Computer. 3 Click the drive that contains the file you want to copy. 4 Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click

the file you want to copy.

HINT: You can use the Ctrl or Shift keys to select more than one file.

Learning the Basics

Backing up your files

5 Click File, then click Send To and select the drive from

the list.

Restoring your work

To restore information from your backup media to your hard disk, use the Restore page in the backup program. Look in the online Help or your operating system documentation for information on restoring files.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.

For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM or multi-function drive.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

NOTE

You use CD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music. A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the computer is turned off.

For optimum DVD performance, it is recommended that you play DVDs while running the computer on AC power.

Drive components and control buttons

The DVD-ROM or multi-function drive resides on the left side of the computer. The CD/DVD control buttons are located to the left of the keyboard and can be accessed when the display panel is open.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components

Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this:

Eject button Manual eject hole

Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

The eject button requires power to operate. The manual eject button does not require power.

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.

HINT: When the computer is off and the DVD-ROM or multifunction drive is on, press the stop/eject control button on the left side of the keyboard to eject a disc.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons

The control buttons to the left of the keyboard let you to play audio CDs when the computer is off. You can also use them to play CDs and DVDs when the computer is on.

Music CD button

Stop/eject button

Previous track button

Sample CD/DVD control buttons

The Music CD button activates the Media Player on your computer, and allows you to play music CDs when the computer is turned off.

Music light

Play/pause button

Next track button

If you wish to play a music CD while the computer is off:

1 Press the Music CD button.

2 When the Music light turns on, you may then insert a

music CD into the DVD-ROM or multifunction drive. If a CD is already in the drive, you may begin to play it using

the play/pause button.

3 Use the CD/DVD control buttons to control the CD as

with any typical CD player.

The play/pause button starts playing the disc or makes it pause if currently playing.

The stop/eject button stops a disc that is currently playing. You can eject a disc by pressing the stop/eject button twice.

Use this method to eject a disc when the computer is turned off and after the Music CD button has been pressed.

The next track button skips to the following track on the disc.

The previous track button returns to the preceding track on the disc.

Inserting a disc

Before playing an audio CD, turn the volume down. Playing the compact disc at maximum volume could damage your ears. To turn the volume down, use the Volume Control switch or access the Volume Control program (click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, Volume Control).

1 If the computer is turned on, press the eject button on the

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive.

The disc tray partially opens.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

2 Grasp the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and

free of dust.

Handle discs carefully. Avoid touching the surface of the disc. Grasp it by its center hole and edge. If you handle the disc incorrectly, you could lose data.

4 Carefully place the disc in the empty tray with its label

facing up.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Sample inserting a disc

Be careful not to touch the drive’s lens (located underneath the drive’s spindle) or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

5 Gently press the center of the disc onto the spindle until it

locks into place.

Spindle

Disc

Sample positioning the disc on the spindle

Make sure the disc is properly positioned on the spindle. If you position the disc incorrectly, it can jam the disc tray.

Correct position

Incorrect position

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

6 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the

tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.

Playing an audio CD

Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray. The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and

opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media click OK.

Learning the Basics

Player option and

Sample Audio CD window

The Windows Media Player window appears.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Rewind Play

Stop Previous track

Next track Mute

Fast forward

Volume control

Sample Windows Media® Player screen

The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player:

❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button

on the CD Player control panel.

❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button.

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Playing CDs using Auto-Run

If you insert a CD into the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive and the Auto-Run feature does not automatically start your disk, try launching the CD manually. To do this, follow these steps:

1 Open the Start menu and select My Computer.

2 Click the DVD-ROM/multi-function drive icon.

The disk drive will run the CD.

If your disk does not run using this method, try using an application that is associated with the media on the disk. For example, if it is a music CD, open Windows and point it to play the CD. For other types of media, use the associated software to open the files on the disk.

Creating a CD

Your computer may come with a multi-function drive that allows you to:

❖ Play pre-recorded DVDs

Learning the Basics

Media Player

❖ Play pre-recorded CDs ❖ Read and write data (depending on your system

configuration) and music files to CD-Recordable (CD-R) and CD-Rewritable (CD-RW) discs; and read DVD-R/RW or DVD RAM discs.

NOTE

For details on how to use the software, please refer to the respective Online Help menus.

Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk. CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space, such as photographs and large presentation files. You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD.

Removing a disc with the computer on

Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive-in-use light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disk or the drive.

1 Locate and press the eject button.

The disc tray partially opens.

2 Grasp the sides of the disc tray and pull it fully open. 3 Remove the disc from the disc tray and place it in its

protective cover.

If the disc is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait for the disc to stop before removing it.

4 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the

tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.

Learning the Basics

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Removing a disc with the computer off

1 Insert a slender object, such as a straightened paper clip, into

the manual eject button access hole.

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it.

2 Pull the tray fully open, remove the disc and place it in its

protective cover.

3 Close the disc tray by pressing gently on the center of the

tray until it clicks indicating that it is locked.

Caring for CD or DVD discs

❖ Store your discs in their original containers to protect

them from scratches and keep them clean.

❖ Never bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it.

❖ Hold a disc by its outside edge. Fingerprints on the

surface of a compact disc can prevent the drive from reading the data properly.

❖ Avoid exposing discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or

cold.

❖ To clean a disc, wipe it from the center outwards (not in a

circle) with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner (not benzine or rubbing alcohol). Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive.

Learning the Basics

100

Powering down the computer

Pushing the power button before shutting down the Windows® operating system could cause you to lose your work. Make sure the system indicator panel’s disk light and the drive-inuse light are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you may lose data or damage the disk and/or drive.

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off, Stand By, and Hibernation.

You can set the computer to turn on automatically at a time you designate. This option is helpful for transferring files by modem at night. You can set the computer to turn on and send or receive the files while you are asleep. This option is called Auto Power On.

TECHNICAL NOTES: Before using any of these options to power down your computer, save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off.

If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all, wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again.

Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command

For the Windows® XP Home operating system, follow these steps to shut down the computer:

1 Click Start, select Turn off computer.

The Turn off computer dialog box appears.

Toshiba M35X, m30x User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Satellite® M30X/M35X Series User’s Guide

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Service options

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Other precautions

Setting up your computer

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Adding external devices

Connecting to a power source

Charging the main battery

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Your computer’s features and specifications

Turning on the power

Using the TouchPad™

Using the Scroll button

Using the Control buttons

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad

Installing additional memory (optional)

Removing a memory module

Checking total memory

Using an external keyboard

Using a mouse

Connecting a local printer

Setting up your printer

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Connecting external display devices

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Turning off the computer

Caring for your computer

Closing the display panel

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows® special keys

Overlay keys

Starting a program

Starting a program from the Start menu

Starting a program from Windows ® Explorer

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

Saving your work

Printing your work

Backing up your files

Restoring your work

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Drive components and control buttons

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components

CD/DVD control and Music CD buttons

Inserting a disc

Playing an audio CD

Playing CDs using Auto-Run

Creating a CD

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD

Removing a disc with the computer on

Removing a disc with the computer off

Caring for CD or DVD discs

Powering down the computer

Using the Turn off computer or Shut down command