Toshiba M5 User Manual

User’s Manual

TECRA M5

Copyright

© 2006 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
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written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.

TOSHIBA TECRA M5 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition January 2006
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Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TECRA M5
Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production.
However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change
without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly
or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer
and the manual. Graphics processor performance may vary considerably
from specifications due to design configuration.

Trademarks

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

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

Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA

under license.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of InterVideo Inc.

WinDVD Creator is a trademark of InterVideo Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used

in this manual.

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EU Declaration of Conformity

This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe
GmbH, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

The complete and official EU Declaration of Conformity can be found on
TOSHIBA’s web site http://epps.toshiba-teg.com on the Internet.

Modem warning notice

Conformity Statement

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

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

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

Network Compatibility Statement

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

Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010 and

Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04

Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and

Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01

Switzerland ATAAB AN002

All other countries/
regions

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

P03,04,08,10

ATAAB AN003,004

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

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

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Following information is only for EU-member states:

The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Description on Laser specification

The optical drive such as CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive,
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive and DVD Super Multi drive that is used in this
computer is equipped with laser. The classification label with the following
sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive
complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of
manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the
United States of America, Department of Health & Human Services, Food
and Drug Administration.

In other countries, the drive is certified to comply with the requirement
pursuant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product.

This computer is equipped with one of the optical disc drives in the
following list dependent on to the model you purchased.

Manufacturer Type

TEAC CD-224EN

TEAC DV-28EN

PCC UJDA770

TSST TS-L462C

Pioneer DVR-K16

PCC UJ-841

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Table of Contents

Preface

General Precautions

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

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

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

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

Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12

USB floppy disk drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

Optical disk drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16

Chapter 3 Getting Started

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

Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6

Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

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

Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10

Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

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Chapter 4 Operating Basics

TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1

Using the Fingerprint Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Using the USB floppy disk drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10

Changing Slim Select Bay modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Using optical disk drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12

Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-16

Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-18

Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-26

Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27

Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29

Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-32

LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-35

Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37

Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-37

Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38

Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-40

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

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

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

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

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

Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7

Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-9

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

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

Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3

Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5

Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8

Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-15

TOSHIBA Password Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16

Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-19

Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-20

System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-20

Chapter 7 HW Setup

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

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

Configuring the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and TPM . . . . . . . . .7-9

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Chapter 8 Optional Devices

PC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

ExpressCard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7

Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Hard disk drive pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13

USB floppy disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14

TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Displaying movies on a TV or CRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17

Advanced Port Replicator III Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19

Serial devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20

Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-20

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20

Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes

CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

General Main Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

HDD Drive Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2

LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Non-applicable Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Copy Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3

Appendix A Specifications

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

Appendix B Display Controller and Modes

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

Video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1

PowerMizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-10

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Appendix C Wireless LAN

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

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

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

Appendix D Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3

Regulatory statements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3

Using Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA equipment in Japan . . . . . D-6

Appendix E AC Power Cord and Connectors

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

Appendix F TOSHIBA Anti-theft Protection Timer

Appendix G If your computer is stolen

Glossary

Index

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the TECRA M5 computer. This
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability,
including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable,
high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TECRA M5 computer.
It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic
operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.

If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your
computer.

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

Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are

uncommon or unique to the computer and carefully read HW Setup.
If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a

monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Manual contents

This manual is made up of the following.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,

capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and

briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin

operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, describes the basic operations of your
computer and precautions when using it, as well as the handling of CDs/
DVDs.

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

Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes and how to set a password.

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Chapter 7, HW Setup, explains how to configure the computer using the
HW Setup program and TPM.

Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform

some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer
doesn’t seem to be working properly.

Chapter 10, Legal Footnotes, provides Legal Footnote information related
to your computer.

The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of

acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.

Conventions

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

Abbreviations

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

Icons

Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.

Keys

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

Key operation

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

ABC

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

Display

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S ABC

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

Messages

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

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

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

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

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General Precautions

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

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

Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can
help reduce physical stress.

Heat injury

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

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

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

the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.

■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This

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

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

material could be damaged.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components
or otherwise cause malfunctions.

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General Precautions

PC card overheating

Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.

Mobile phones

Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be
maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.

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Introduction

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

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

Equipment checklist

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

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ TECRA M5 Portable Personal Computer

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

■ Battery pack (installed or separate from the computer)

■ Modular cable for modem (optional)

Chapter 1

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Introduction

Software

Microsoft® Windows XP Professional

■ The following software is preinstalled:

■ Microsoft® Windows XP Professional

■ Microsoft Internet Explorer

■ TOSHIBA Utilities

■ TOSHIBA Wireless Key Logon

■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility

■ DVD Video Player

■ TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device utility

■ TOSHIBA Power Saver

■ TOSHIBA Mobile Extension

■ TOSHIBA Assist

■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree

■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility

■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool

■ TOSHIBA Controls

■ TOSHIBA Mic Effect

■ TOSHIBA Password Utility

■ Fingerprint utility

■ Sun Java 2 Runtime Environment

■ TOSHIBA Software Modem

■ Atheros Client Utility (depeding on SKU)

■ Intel ProSet Utility (depending on SKU)

■ Bluetooth Stack

■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection

■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format

■ TOSHIBA Hotkey for Display Devices

■ TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility

■ Wireless Hotkey

■ Toshiba Security Assist

■ WinDVD Creator

■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer

■ Sonic RecordNow

■ Sonic DLA

■ TPM Utility

■ Online manual

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Documentation and Backup Media

■ TECRA M5 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

■ TECRA M5 Quickstart

■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort

■ Warranty information

■ Product Recovery DVD-ROM

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

Features

The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:

Processor

Introduction

■ Built-in

The computer is equipped with one of the
following Intel

®

processors.

■ Intel® Core™ Duo Processor, which

incorporates a 2MB level2 cache memory.
It also supports Enhanced Intel

®

SpeedStep®

Technology.

®

■ Intel

Core™ Solo Processor, which
incorporates a 2MB level2 cache memory.
It also supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™
Technology.

Some models in this series carry Intel®Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology,
which is based on three separate technologies of Intel
processor, Intel

®

PRO/Wireless Network Connection, and Mobile Intel®

®

Core™ Duo

945 Express Chipset Family.

®

Some models of the computers carry Intel
which is based on three separate technologies of Intel
processor, Intel

®

PRO/Wireless Network Connection, and Mobile Intel®

Centrino® Mobile Technology,

®

Core™ Solo

945 Express Chipset Family.

Legal Footnote (CPU)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding CPU, please refer to
the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

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Introduction

Memory

Slots 512, 1,024, or 2,048 MB memory modules can

Video RAM Part of system memory is used for Video RAM.

be installed in the two memory slots for a
maximum of 4,096 MB system memory.

Up to 128 MB of RAM is provided for video
display.

Legal Footnote (Main Memory)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Main Memory,
please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

Power

Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable

lithium-ion battery pack.

Legal Footnote (Battery Life)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Battery Life, please
refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time

Clock (RTC) and calendar.

AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system

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

Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the
output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. Refer to the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.

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Disks

Introduction

Hard disk drive
(HDD)

Available in five sizes.

■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB)

■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB)

■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.53 GB)

■ 100.0 billion bytes (93.16 GB)

■ 120.0 billion bytes (111.79 GB)

Part of the space on the hard disk drive is
reserved as administration space.

Legal Footnote (HDD Capacity)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding HDD Capacity,
please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

USB floppy disk
drive (optional)

Accommodates either 3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or
720-kilobyte floppy disks. It connects to a USB
port.

Optical disk drive

Computers in this series can be configured with different optical disk drives
installed in the Slim Select Bay. The available optical disk drives are
described below.

DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
drive

Some models are equipped with a full-size,
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive module that lets you
run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to
24 speed and CD-RW at up to 24 speed. The
drive supports the following formats:

■ DVD-ROM

■ DVD-Video

■ CD-DA

■ CD-Text

■ Photo CD

■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

■ Addressing Method 2

■ CD-R

■ CD-RW

™ (single/multi-session)

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Introduction

DVD Super Multi
drive

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

Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without
using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum
24 speed. It writes CD-R at maximum 24 speed,
CD-RW at maximum 10 speed, DVD-RW and
DVD+RW at maximum 4 speed, DVD-R DL at
maximum 2 speed, DVD+R DL at maximum

2.4 speed. This drive supports the following
formats in addition to DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
drive.

■ DVD-R

■ DVD-RW

■ DVD-RAM

■ DVD-R DL

■ DVD+R

■ DVD+RW

■ DVD+R DL

Display

The computer’s LCD display panel supports high-resolution video graphics.
The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.

Built-in 14.1" TFT LCD screen, 16 million colors, with

one of the following resolutions:

■ XGA, 1024 horizontal × 768 vertical pixels

■ SXGA+, 1400 horizontal × 1050 vertical

pixels

Legal Footnote (LCD)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding LCD, please refer to
the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display

performance. Refer to Appendix B, Display

Controller and Modes, for more information.

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Introduction

Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Graphics Processor
Unit (“GPU”), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

Keyboard

Built-in

85 keys or 87 keys, compatible with IBM
enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,

dedicated cursor control, and keys.
Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

®

TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device

Built-in Touch Pad A Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest

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

Built-in AccuPoint This pointer control stick, located in the center of

the keyboard, provides convenient control of the
cursor.

Ports

Serial RS-232C compatible port (16550UART

External monitor Analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)

Docking This port enables connection of an optional

compatible).

compatible functions.

The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that
comply with the USB 2.0 standard.

Advanced Port Replicator III Plus described in
the Options section.

i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) This port enables high-speed data transfer

directly from external devices such as digital
video cameras.

Slots

PC card The PC card slot accommodates a Type II card.

ExpressCard The ExpressCard slot accommodates an

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ExpressCard.

Introduction

SD card This slot lets you easily transfer data from

devices, such as digital cameras and Personal
Digital Assistants that use SD card flash-memory.

Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Multimedia

Sound system A Windows sound system compatible sound

system provides internal speakers and a
microphone as well as supports jacks for an
external microphone and headphones.

Video-out jack
(S-Video)

Headphone jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables

The video out jack lets you transfer video data to
external devices. Data output depends on the
type of device connected to the S-Video cable.

connection of stereo headphones.

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

Communications

Modem An internal modem provides capability for data

and fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92).
The speed of data transfer and fax depends on
analog telephone line conditions. It has a modem
jack for connecting to a telephone line. Both of
V.90 and V.92 are supported only in USA,
Canada, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
Only V.90 is available in other regions.

LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet

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

Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with

Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth wireless
technology eliminates the need for cables
between electronic devices such as computers
and printers. Bluetooth provides fast, reliable,
and secure wireless communication in a small
space.

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Introduction

Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with

a Wireless LAN card that is compatible with other
LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing radio technology that complies with
the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision A, B or G).

■ Theoretical maximum speed: 54Mbps

(IEEE802.11a, 802.11g)

■ Theoretical maximum speed: 11Mbps

(IEEE802.11b)

■ Frequency Channel Selection (5 GHz:

Revision A / 2.4 GHz: Revision B/G)

■ Roaming over multiple channels

■ Card Power Management

■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data

encryption, based on 128 bit encryption
algorithm.

■ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).

■ Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data

encryption.

■ Wake-up on Wireless LAN

■ The values shown above are the theoretical maximums for Wireless

LAN standards. The actual values may differ.

■ The transmission speed over the Wireless LAN and the distance over

which Wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding
electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and
configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations.
The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as
specified under the appropriate standard - the actual transmission
speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Wireless LAN,
please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

Wireless
communication
switch

Slim Select Bay Slim Select Bay is a single-drive bay that

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

accommodates a DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive,
DVD Super Multi drive, secondary hard disk drive
and 2nd battery. The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension
enables hot insertion of modules when you are
using a plug and play operating system.

Introduction

Security

Security lock slot Connects security lock to anchor the computer to

Slim Select Bay latch A Slim Select Bay module can be secured by the

Special features

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

TOSHIBA Assist
button

TOSHIBA
Presentation button

Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly change the

Display automatic
power off

a desk or other large object.

Slim Select Bay latch fixed with a Slim Select
Bay lock screw in the lock position. The Slim
Select Bay lock screw is inserted in the unlock
position when purchased.

Press this button to launch an application
automatically. The default is TOSHIBA Assist.

Press this button to change internal display,
external display, simultaneous display,
or multi-monitor display.

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

This feature automatically cuts off power to the
computer’s LCD display panel when there is no
keyboard input for a time specified. Power is
restored when any key is pressed. You can
specify the time in the Monitor power off item of
the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

HDD automatic
power off

System automatic
Standby/Hibernation

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This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk is
accessed. You can specify the time in the HDD
power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA
Power Saver.

This feature automatically shuts down the system
into Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode when
there is no input or hardware access for a time
specified. You can specify the time and select
either the System Standby or System Hibernation
item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power
Saver.

Introduction

Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.

Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,

The Keyboard, for instructions on using the

keypad overlay.

Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and

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

Instant security A hot key function blanks the LCD screen and

disables the computer providing data security.

Intelligent power
supply

A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity by using the Battery remaining item in
TOSHIBA Power Saver.

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

specify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item
in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Panel power on/off This feature turns power to the computer off

when the computer’s LCD display panel is closed
and turns it back on when the computer’s LCD
display panel is opened. You can specify the
setting in the When I close the lid item of the
Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Low battery
automatic
hibernation

When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters Hibernation and
shuts down. You can specify the setting in the
Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Heat dispersal To protect from overheating, the CPU has an

internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s
internal temperature rises to a certain level, the
cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed
is lowered. Use the Cooling Method item of the
Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Optical disk drive
power icon

Use this to turn the power of the optical disk drive
on or off. Clicking on the optical disk drive icon on
the taskbar will turn the power of the optical disk
drive on or off. If the optical disk drive power is
off, the disc tray will not open even if the eject
button is pushed. The power of the optical disk
drive can be turned on using the optical disk drive
icon.

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Introduction

HDD Protection Using the acceleration sensor built in the

computer, HDD Protection detects vibration,
shocks, and other such occurrences in the
computer, and automatically moves the HDD
(Hard Disk Drive) head to the safe position to
reduce the risk of damage that could be caused
to the disk by head-to-disk contact. Refer to the

Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection

section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for
details.

The HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive
will not be damaged.

Utilities

Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without

Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off

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

TOSHIBA Power
Saver

HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware

exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk, when you
turn on the power again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the

Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details.

the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer’s main
memory. When you turn on the power again, you
can continue working right where you left off.

To access this power savings management
program, click start, click Control Panel, click

Performance and Maintenance and click the
TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.

settings according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use. To start
the utility, To access this utility, click start, click

Control Panel, click Printers and Other
Hardware and click the TOSHIBA HWSetup

icon.

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Introduction

TOSHIBA Controls This utility lets you assign applications or

functions to the TOSHIBA Presentation button
(default setting is the simultaneous display on
LCD and CRT with resolution of 1024 × 768) and
to the TOSHIBA Assist button (default setting is
the TOSHIBA Assist).

To access this utility, click start, point to Control
Panel, choose Printers and Other Hardware
and click the Toshiba Controls icon.

Fingerprint utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed for

the purpose of enrolling and recognizing
fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to
the fingerprint authentication device, it is no
longer necessary to input the password from the
keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the
fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be
enabled:

■ Logon to Windows and access a

security-enabled homepage through IE
(Internet Explorer).

■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted

and third party access to them prevented.

■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver

when returning from power-saving (standby)
mode.

■ Power-on Security and Single Sign-on

feature.

■ Authentication of the User Password and

Hard Disk Drive Password when booting up
the computer.

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

DVD Video Player The DVD Video Player is used to play

DVD-Videos. It has an on-screen interface and
functions. Click start, point to All Programs,
point to InterVideo WinDVD, then click

InterVideo WinDVD.

Bluetooth Stack for
Windows by Toshiba

TOSHIBA Wireless
Key Logon

This software enables communication between
remote Bluetooth devices.

This utility is intended to improve the process of
logging on to BIOS/Windows by involving the
additional use of a Bluetooth-ready cellular
phone.

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Introduction

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

TOSHIBA SD
Memory Boot Utility

The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility allows you
to create a bootable SD memory card to start the
system. You can boot TOSHIBA SD Memory
Boot Utility from the menu bar as follows. Click
start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA,
point to Utilities and click SD Memory Boot

Utility.

TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility

This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the desktop or the application
window.

RecordNow! Basic
for TOSHIBA

You can create CD/DVDs in several formats
including audio CDs that can be played on a
standard stereo CD player and data CD/DVDs to
store the files and folders on your hard disk drive.
This software can be used on a model with
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive and DVD Super
Multi drive.

TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that

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

TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool

TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool displays the basic
information on the computer’s configuration and
allows some of the built-in devices functionality to
be tested. To start TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool,
click start, point to All Programs, point to

TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click PC
Diagnostic Tool.

TOSHIBA Mobile
Extension

This utility supports docking your computer to an
optional Advanced Port Repricator III Plus. To
open the property dialog, select TOSHIBA Mobile
Extension from TOSHIBA Assist.

TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to

allow easy control of communication devices and
network connections. TOSHIBA ConfigFree also
allows you to find communication problems and
create profiles for easy switching between
locations and communication networks. To start
ConfigFree, click start, point to All Programs,
point to TOSHIBA, point to Networking and click
ConfigFree.

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Introduction

TOSHIBA Dual
Pointing Device
utility

This utility has the following functions:
To disable/enable TOSHIBA Dual Pointing

Device with Fn + F9 keys. To customize the
functions of TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device
easily.

TOSHIBA Mic Effect TOSHIBA Mic Effect is a utility used to enable

comfortable calls with echo cancellation function.
The echo cancellation function removes or
reduces any harsh echoes or howling sounds
that occur when playing audio sounds recorded
with a microphone through the speakers. The
echo cancellation function is available only when
you use telephony software such as Windows
Messenger with a voice conversation function.

For more instructions for this software, click
start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA,
point to Utilities and click TOSHIBA Mic Effect

Help.

NVIDIA Rotation
Settings

This utility lets you rotate the desktop by
180 degrees and back easily. Click the NVIDIA
Rotation Settings icon in the taskbar or press Ctrl
+ Shift + R to rotate by 180 degrees. In a
multimonitor setup, the display that contains the
cursor is affected.

TOSHIBA Password
Utility

TOSHIBA
Accessibility

This utility lets you set a password that restricts
access to the computer.

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

DLA for TOSHIBA DLA (Drive Letter Access) is a packet writing

software which allows you to write files
and/or folders to DVD-RW, CD-RW and
DVD+RW discs via a drive letter like a floppy disk
or other removable disks.

TOSHIBA Hotkey
Utility for Display
Devices

This utility lets you change the display device and
the display resolution. Press Fn + F5 to change
the active display device. Press Fn + Space to
change the display resolution.

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Introduction

Options

TOSHIBA SD
Memory Card Format

CD/DVD Drive
Acoustic Silencer

You can add a number of options to make your computer even more
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:

Memory expansion A 512, 1,024, or 2,048 MB memory module can

Battery pack An additional battery pack can be purchased

Extended capacity
battery pack

High capacity battery
pack

AC adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site

Battery charger The battery charger lets you charge extra

Security lock A slot is available to attach a security cable to the

USB floppy disk Kit The USB floppy disk drive accommodates either

The TOSHIBA SD memory boot utility allows you
to create a bootable SD memory card.

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

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

It is ineffective with DVDs.

easily be installed in the computer.

from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare or
replacement.

An additional battery pack can be purchased
from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare or
replacement.

An additional high-capacity battery pack can be
purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as
a spare or replacement.

frequently, it may be convenient to purchase an
additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not
have to carry the adaptor with you.

batteries outside the computer.

computer to deter theft.

3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte floppy
disks through connection to a USB port. Please
note that you cannot format 720-kilobyte floppy
disks under Windows XP, but you are able to use
disks that have been previously formatted.

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Introduction

Advanced Port
Replicator III Plus

The Advanced Port Replicator III Plus provides
the ports available on the computer in addition to
separate PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports,
a digital visual interface (DVI) port, i.LINK™
(IEEE1394) port, line-in jack and line-out jack,
External monitor port, Universal Serial Bus port
(USB2.0) × 4, LAN jack, Modem jack, Serial port,
Parallel port.

Hard disk drive You can increase your computer’s data storage

capacity with additional hard disk drives. They
are available in the following sizes:

■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB)

■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB)

■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.53 GB)

■ 100.0 billion bytes (93.16 GB)

■ 120.0 billion bytes (111.79 GB)

Wireless LAN Kit This option enables Wireless LAN functions in

computers that do not have Wireless LAN
preinstalled. It is installed by dealers only.

Bluetooth Kit This option enables Bluetooth communications in

computers that do not have Bluetooth
preinstalled. It is installed by dealers only.

Slim Select Bay options

The following modules can be installed in the Slim Select Bay.

DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW

Refer to the Features section for details.

drive

DVD Super Multi

Refer to the Features section for details.

drive

Slim Select Bay HDD
adaptor

An adaptor lets you install an optional hard disk
drive described in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Hard disk drive You can increase your computer’s data storage

capacity with an additional 40.0 billion bytes
(37.26 GB), 60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB), 80.0
billion bytes (74.53 GB), 100.0 billion bytes
(93.16 GB) and 120.0 billion bytes (111.79 GB)
hard disk drive in the Slim Select Bay HDD
adaptor.

2nd Battery Pack The 2nd battery increases your computer’s

battery power and operating time when a main
battery is also installed.

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Introduction

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The Grand Tour

This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become
familiar with each component before you operate the computer.

Legal Footnote (Non-applicable Icons)

For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Non-applicable
Icons, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.

Front with the display closed

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

Chapter 2

System indicators

Wireless communication switch

Front of the computer with LCD display panel closed

System indicators These LEDs let you monitor the status of various

Wireless
communication
switch

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computer functions. Details are given in the

System indicators section.

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

Display latch

Microphone

The Grand Tour

Left side

■ Turn WiFi and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who

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

■ Always turn off WiFi or Bluetooth functionality if the PC is near

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

■ Do not use the WiFi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven

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

Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed

position. Slide the latch to open the display.

Microphone A built-in microphone lets you record sound into

your applications. Refer to the Sound system
section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

The following figure shows the computer’s left side.

ExpressCard

eject button

PC card eject
button

Cooling vents

External monitor port

USB port

i.LINK (IEEE1394) port

Security lock slot

The left side of the computer

ExpressCard slot

SD card slot

PC card slot

Security lock slot A security cable attaches to this slot. The

optional security cable anchors your computer to
a desk or other large object to deter theft.

Cooling vents Cooling vents help CPU keep from overheating.

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Do not block the cooling vents. Never allow metal objects, such as screws,
staples and paper clips, to enter the PC or keyboard. Foreign metal objects
can create a short circuit, which can cause PC damage and fire, possibly
resulting in serious injury.

External monitor
port

i.LINK (IEEE1394)
port

This external monitor port lets you connect an
external video display.

This port allows you to connect an external
device, such as a digital video camera for
high-speed data transfer.

ExpressCard slot The ExpressCard slot can accommodate an

ExpressCard.

ExpressCard eject
button

Press this button to take out an ExpressCard
from the ExpressCard slot.

PC card slot The PC card slot can accommodate a Type II

card. The slot supports 16-bit PC cards and
CardBus PC cards.

PC card eject button Press this button to take out a PC card from the

PC card slot.

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

SD card slot SD cards are used in a wide variety of external

devices. This slot lets you transfer data from the
device to your computer.

Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot. A pin or similar object can
damage the computer’s circuitry.

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) port

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One Universal Serial Bus port is on the left side.
The port complies with the USB 2.0 standard.

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Right side

The following figure shows the computer’s right side.

Volume control

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

USB ports

The right side of the computer

Slim Select Bay

Serial port

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

speakers and the stereo headphones.

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables

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

Headphone jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables

connection of stereo headphones.

Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) ports

Two Universal Serial Bus ports are on the right
side. The ports comply with the USB 2.0
standard.

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

Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed.
Some functions might not execute properly.

Slim Select Bay A DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive, DVD Super Multi

drive, Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor or 2nd
Battery pack can be installed in the Slim Select
Bay.

Serial port Use this 9-pin port to connect serial devices such

as an external modem, serial mouse or serial
printer.

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Back side

The following figure shows the computer’s back side.

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Link indicator (green)

LAN jack

DC IN 15V jack

Video-out jack

LAN active indicator

Modem jack

The back side of the computer

(orange)

Video-out jack Plug an S-Video cable into this jack for video-out.

The S-Video cable carries video signal.

DC IN 15V jack The AC adaptor connects to this jack. Use only

the model of AC adaptor that comes with the
computer. Using the wrong adaptor can damage
your computer.

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

connect the modem directly to a telephone line.

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

could cause a PC system failure.

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

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

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

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

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

residences or offices.

■ Never operate your PC on AC power during a thunderstorm. If you see

lightning or hear thunder, immediately turn off the PC. An electric surge
caused by the storm, may result in a system failure, loss of data or
hardware damage.

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

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

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

could cause damage or malfunction.

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

damage or malfunction.

Link indicator
(green)

LAN active indicator
(orange)

Underside

The following figure shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the
display is closed before turning over your computer.

Battery lock

Slim Select

Slim Select

Bay latch

Bay

This indicator glows green when the computer is
connected to a LAN and the LAN is functioning
properly.

This indicator glows orange when data is being
exchanged between the computer and the LAN.

Battery pack

Slim Select Bay lock
screw

Notches

Battery release
latch

Docking port

HDD pack cover screw

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Hard disk drive cover

The underside of the computer

Memory module cover

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Battery lock Slide the battery lock to release the battery pack

for removal.

Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the

AC adaptor is not connected. For detailed
information on the battery pack, refer to
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

Notches Notches on the computer engage hooks on the

Advanced Port Replicator III Plus to ensure a
secure connection.

Battery release
latch

Slide and hold this latch to release the battery
pack for removal.

For detailed information on removing the battery
pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up

Modes.

Docking port This port enables connection of an optional

Advanced Port Replicator III Plus described in
Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

■ Only the Advanced Port Replicator III Plus can be used with this

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

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

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

Slim Select Bay See the Right side section in this chapter for

details.

Slim Select Bay latch Slide the latch to release or secure the Slim

Select Bay module.

Be sure to lock the Slim Select Bay latch before you transport or carry the
computer.

Slim Select Bay lock

One screw secures the Slim Select Bay latch.

screw

Memory module
cover

This cover protects the memory module sockets.
Refer to the Memory expansion section in
Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

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HDD pack cover

One screw secures the HDD cover.

screw

Hard disk drive
cover

A HDD disk drive pack is under this, which can
be removed and reinstalled. For more
information on how to remove or reinstall the

Hard disk drive pack, refer to the section on the

in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Front with the display open

This section shows the computer with the LCD display panel open. Refer to
the appropriate illustration for details. To open the display, slide the display
latch on the front of the LCD display panel and lift up. Position the LCD
display panel at a comfortable viewing angle.

Display hinges

LCD Sensor switch
(Not shown)

Display screen

Stereo speaker (Right)

AccuPoint

Touch Pad

Stereo speaker

(Left)

Power button

TOSHIBA Assist button

TOSHIBA Presentation button

The front of the computer with the LCD panel open

AccuPoint control button

Fingerprint

Sensor

Touch Pad
control buttons

Display hinge The display hinge holds the LCD display panel at

easy-to-view angles.

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Fingerprint Sensor Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint

sensor, the following functions will be enabled:

■ Logon to Windows and access a

security-enabled homepage through IE
(Internet Explorer).

■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted

and third party access to them prevented.

■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver

when returning from power-saving (standby)
mode.

■ Power-on Security and Single Sign-on

feature.

■ Authentication of the User Password and

Hard Disk Drive Password when booting up
the computer.

Display screen The LCD screen displays high-contrast text and

graphics. The available resolution depends on
the model. With XGA, you can change the
resolution between 800 × 600 and
1024 × 768 pixels. With SXGA+, between
800 × 600 and 1400 × 1050 pixels. Refer to
Appendix B, Display Controller and Modes.

When the computer operates on the AC adaptor
the LCD screen’s image will be somewhat
brighter than when it operates on battery power.
The lower brightness level is intended to save
battery power.

Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your

software as well as audio alarms, such as low
battery condition, generated by the system.

AccuPoint control
buttons

Control buttons below the keyboard let you select
menu items or manipulate text and graphics
designated by the on-screen pointer. Refer to the

Using the AccuPoint section in Chapter 4,
Operating Basics.

AccuPoint A pointer control device located in the center of

the keyboard is used to control the on-screen
pointer. Refer to the Using the AccuPoint section
in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

Touch Pad control
buttons

Control buttons below the Touch Pad let you
select menu items or manipulate text and
graphics designated by the on-screen pointer.

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

rest is used to control the on-screen pointer.
Refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in
Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

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TOSHIBA
Presentation button

Press this button to display the same image on
the internal and external monitor or to use
multi-monitor display (Windows XP Only).

The default setting is “Presentation (Same Image
1024x768)”. The same image is displayed on the
internal and external monitor with screen
resolution 1024x768.

In the setting of “Presentation (Different Image)”,
you can use the internal and external monitors as
a widescreen.

This setting is supported in Windows XP only.
Press this button again to change back to single

display mode on the internal LCD.
You can specify the function of the TOSHIBA

Presentation button in the TOSHIBA Controls
properties.

TOSHIBA Assist
button

Press this button to launch a program. The
default is TOSHIBA Assist.

When the computer is in Standby or Hibernation
Mode or turned off, press this button to start the
computer and launch the program.

You can specify the function of the TOSHIBA
Assist button in the TOSIHBA Controls
properties.

Power button Press the power button to turn the computer’s

power on and off.

LCD Sensor switch This switch senses when the computer’s LCD

display panel is closed or opened and activates
the Panel Power Off/On feature. When you close
the LCD display panel the computer enters
Hibernation Mode and shuts down. When you
open the computer’s LCD display panel the
computer starts in Hibernation Mode. Use the
TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility to enable or
disable this feature. The default is “enabled”.

Refer to the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility and
Panel Power Off/On items in Chapter 1, Special

features, for details on settings.

Do not put a magnetic object close to the switch. The computer will
automatically enter Hibernation Mode and shut down even if the Panel
Power Off feature is disabled.

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System indicators

LEDs beneath icons, light when various computer operations are in
progress.

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System indicators

SD card The SD card indicator glows green when the

DC IN The DC IN indicator glows green when DC power

Power The Power indicator glows green when the

Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the

HDD The HDD indicator glows green when the

Wireless
communication

Slim Select Bay The Slim Select Bay indicator glows in green

computer is accessing the SD card slot.

is supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the
adaptor’s output voltage is abnormal or if the
power supply malfunctions, this indicator flashes
orange.

computer is on. If you select Standby from Shut
Down Windows, this indicator flashing (one
second on, two seconds off) while the computer
shuts down.

battery’s charge: Green indicates full charge,
orange indicates battery charging and flashing
orange indicates a low battery charge. Refer to
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

computer is accessing the built-in hard disk drive.

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

when the computer is accessing a
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive, DVD Super Multi
drive or Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor in the Slim
Select Bay. When the 2nd battery is in the Slim
Select Bay, the Slim Select Bay indicator glows
as follows:

■ green: battery is fully charged

■ orange: battery is being charged

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Keyboard indicators

The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and
the Caps Lock indicator.

When the Arrow mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control
the cursor.

When the Numeric mode indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter
numbers.

When the Caps Lock indicator glows the keyboard is in all-caps mode.

Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet

Caps Lock indicator

Caps Lock indicator

keys are locked in uppercase.

Arrow mode

Keypad overlay indicators

Numeric mode

Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green,

you can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled
keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad

overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled

keys) for numeric input when the Numeric mode
indicator lights green. Refer to the Keypad

overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

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USB floppy disk drive (optional)

The USB floppy disk drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte
floppy disks and connects to the USB port.

USB connector

Disk-In-Use

Indicator

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Floppy disk slot

Eject button

USB floppy disk drive

USB connector Insert this connector into one of the USB ports of

your computer.

Disk-In-Use Indicator This indicator lights when the floppy disk is being

accessed.

Floppy disk slot Insert a floppy disk in this slot.

Eject button When a floppy disk is fully seated in the drive, the

eject button pops out. To remove a floppy disk,
push the eject button and the floppy disk pops
out partially for removal.

Check the Disk-In-Use indicator when you use the USB floppy disk drive.
Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is
glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the floppy disk or the
drive.

■ The USB floppy disk drive should be placed on a flat, horizontal surface

when in use. Do not set the drive on an incline 20° while it is operating.

■ Do not set anything on top of the floppy disk drive.

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Optical disk drives

One of the following Optical disk drives is installed in the computer: DVD­ROM&CD-R/RW and DVD Super Multi drives. An ATAPI interface controller
is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a
CD/DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.

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

disk drives section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

Region codes for DVD drives and media

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

Code Region

1 Canada, United States

2 Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East

3 Southeast Asia, East Asia

4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America,

South America, Caribbean

5 Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia

6 China

Writable discs

This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD discs. Check the
specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use
RecordNow! to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

CDs

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

erased or changed.

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

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

DVDs

■ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs can be written only

once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

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

once.

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Formats

The drives support the following formats:

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■ CD-ROM

■ DVD-ROM

■ CD-DA

■ Photo CD

(single/multi-session)

■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2

(Form1, Form2)

™

■ DVD -Video

■ CD-Text

■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

■ Addressing Method 2

DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive

The full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or
8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

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

DVD read 8 speed (maximum)
CD read 24 speed (maximum)
CD-R write 24 speed (maximum)
CD-RW write 24 speed (maximum, Ultra speed media)

DVD Super Multi drive

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

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

DVD read 8 speed (maximum)
DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum)
DVD-RW write 4 speed (maximum)
DVD-R DL write 2 speed (maximum)
DVD+R write 8 speed (maximum)
DVD+R DL write 2.4 speed (maximum)
DVD+RW write 4 speed (maximum)
DVD-RAM write 5 speed (maximum)
CD read 24 speed (maximum)
CD-R write 24 speed (maximum)
CD-RW write 10 speed (maximum, Ultra-speed media)

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

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AC adaptor

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

To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source
and the computer. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes for
details.

The AC adaptor (2-pin plug)

The AC adaptor (3-pin plug)

■ Depending on the model, a 2-pin or 3-pin plug set of the above may be

bundled.

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

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

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

Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that was provided with your PC and
the Toshiba Battery Charger (that may have been provided with your PC),
or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or
other damage to the PC. Use of an incompatible AC adaptor or Battery
Charger could cause fire or damage to the PC possibly resulting in serious
injury.

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Getting Started

This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your
computer. It covers the following topics:

■ Setting up your work space - for your health and safety

Be sure also to read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This
guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.

■ Connecting the AC adaptor

■ Opening the display

■ Turning on the power

■ Starting up for the first time

■ Turning off the power

■ Restarting the computer

■ Restoring the preinstalled software

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

Chapter 3

Setting up your work space

Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your
computer. A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in
discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or
other joints. Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the
computer’s operation. This section discusses the following topics:

■ General conditions

■ Placement of the computer

■ Seating and posture

■ Lighting

■ Work habits

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General conditions

In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the
following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment.

■ Select a work area that has:

■ a well-designed and functioning ventilation system that does not

■ good air circulation

■ a comfortable ambient temperature and relative humidity.

■ Never place your PC where it will be exposed to excess heat, such as in

direct sunlight, an unventilated vehicle or near a heater. This may result
in a system failure, malfunction, loss of data or damage to PC.

■ Never place your PC in a location where it will be exposed to extremely

low temperatures. This may result in a system failure, malfunction or
loss of data.

■ Never subject your PC to sudden temperature variations. This may

result in condensation, causing a system failure, malfunction or loss of
data.

■ Do not expose your PC to dusty environments. If dust gets inside the

PC, it could cause a system failure, malfunction or loss of data. If dust
contaminates the PC, do not turn on the power. Take it to an authorized
Toshiba service provider before you use it.

■ Never place your PC near an object that generates a magnetic field,

such as a speaker or TV. Do not wear magnetic bracelets while using
your PC. Exposure to magnetic fields can cause system failure,
malfunction or loss of data.

■ Never place a heavy object on the PC and be careful not to drop a

heavy object onto the PC. It could damage the PC or cause system
failure.

■ Never use benzene, thinner or other chemicals when cleaning the PC,

AC adaptor, or storage device. The use of benzene, thinner or other
chemicals may result in deterioration, deformation or discoloration of
those items and the loss of data.

■ Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the

computer and easily accessible.

■ The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade (41 to 95

degrees Fahrenheit) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80
percent.

■ Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct

sunlight.

■ Some parts of the computer, including data storage media, can be

damaged by magnets. Do not place the computer near magnetic
objects or bring magnetic objects close to the computer. Be careful of
objects, such as stereo speakers, that produce strong magnetic fields
during operation. Also, be careful with metal objects, such as bracelets,
which can be inadvertently magnetized.

■ Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone.

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■ Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.

■ If the PC interferes with radio equipment, turn the PC power off

immediately. Such interference could cause equipment malfunction.

■ Never place your PC on a shaky table, uneven, tilted surface or other

unstable location. Your PC may fall, causing damage to the PC or
possibly injury.

■ Never leave the power to your PC on continuously for more than

24 hours. Turn the power off when this product is not in use.

■ Always avoid abrupt changes of temperature or humidity.

■ Never place close to heat radiating appliances such as a heater.

■ Never place close to corrosive chemicals.

■ Never place close to magnetic field radiating appliances such as a

stereo speaker.

■ Always place this product on a flat surface.

■ Provide a sufficient space behind the PC to allow easy adjustment of

the display panel.

■ Always provide sufficient space around the PC to ensure adequate

ventilation.

■ Always provide sufficient space for operating a mouse and other

peripheral devices.

Placement of the computer

Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.

■ Position your LCD display panel or place your monitor in an appropriate

position to help reduce awkward postures and overhead glare. For
example:

■ Position LCD directly in front of you and at a comfortable distance

away.

■ Position LCD so the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye

level. A display screen that is too high or too low can cause
awkward postures and possibly fatigue muscles that support the
head.

■ Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on objects that are farther

away.

■ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance

as the computer.

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Seating and posture

Maintain a comfortable working posture when using your PC where your
body joints are naturally aligned to reduce stress on different parts of your
body. Consider the following:

■ Keep hands, wrists, and forearms straight, in-line and roughly parallel to

the floor.

■ Keep head level, or bent slightly forward, forward facing, and balanced.

Generally the head is in-line with the torso.

■ Keep shoulders relaxed and let upper arms hang normally at the side of

the body.

■ Keep elbows in close to the body and bent.

■ Keep feet fully supported by floor or foot rest.

■ Keep back fully supported with appropriate lumbar support when sitting

vertical or leaning back slightly.

■ Keep thighs and hips supported by a well-padded seat cushion and

generally parallel to the floor.

■ Keep knees about the same height as the hips with the feet slightly

forward.

Below eye level

90°angles

Foot rest

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Lighting

Select the right level of illumination and place your PC appropriately to
minimize glare from overhead lights, desk lamps and windows. Glare on
the LCD or monitor may cause eye strain, eye fatigue or headaches.

Consider the following suggestions regarding lighting your work
environment:

■ Position the PC so that the light source does not shine or reflect directly

onto the display or shine or reflect directly into the eyes of the user.

■ Shield the PC from direct light by using tinted windows or by installing

blinds or a screen.

■ Use soft, indirect lighting.

■ Adjust the display panel to provide maximum visibility.

Work habits

A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your
activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your workday. If you
must spend long periods at the computer, finding ways to break up the
routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

■ Sit in a relaxed posture. Good positioning of your chair and equipment

as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and
ease back strain.

■ Vary your posture frequently.

■ Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly.

■ Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during

the day.

■ Frequently, look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a

distant object for several seconds, for example 30 seconds every
15 minutes.

■ Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks, for

example, two or three minutes every half hour.

■ When you use a PC, rest your eyes periodically and relax or stretch

your muscles to avoid strain. If you experience discomfort while
operating the PC, stop immediately and rest. Continuous operation for
long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists,
hands, back, neck or other parts of the body. If pain persists despite
rest, consult your doctor.

A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury
or repetitive stress syndrome. For more information on these topics or for
pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists, please
check with your library or book vendor. Also refer to the computer’s

Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort.

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Strategic Rest Breaks

Take short, strategically spaced rest breaks to avoid eye strain and body
discomforts.

For more specific recommendations on the safety and comfort of your
computer environment, customers in the United States may visit the United
States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety & Health Administration
website at: http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/computerworkstations/

Other Things to Note

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

cause loss of data.

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

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

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

■ Never format storage media without checking its content. Formatting

destroys all stored data.

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

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

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

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

Connecting the AC adaptor

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

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

■ Always use the Toshiba AC adaptor that was provided with your PC

and the Toshiba Battery Charger (that may have been provided with
your PC), or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any
risk of fire or other damage to the PC. Use of an incompatible AC
adaptor or Battery Charger could cause fire or damage to the PC
possibly resulting in serious injury.

■ Use only the AC adaptor supplied with your computer or an equivalent

adaptor that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adaptor could
damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage
caused by use of an incompatible adaptor.

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■ Never plug the AC adaptor or Battery Charger into a power source that

does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on
the regulatory label of the unit. Failure to do so could result in a fire or
electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

■ Never place an AC adaptor on a wooden surface, furniture, or any

other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the AC
adaptor’s surface temperature increases during normal use.

■ Always place the PC on a suitable heat-insulating material to prevent

possible heat damage.

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

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

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

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Depending on the model, a 2-pin plug or 3-pin plug set of the above may
be bundled.

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

Connecting the adaptor to the computer

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

Opening the display

The computer’s LCD display panel can be opened in a wide range of
angles for optimal viewing.

1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to unlatch the
display panel.

2. While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body
is not raised, lift the panel slowly. Adjust the angle of the panel to
provide optimal clarity.

AC adaptor’s

DC output plug

DC IN 15V jack

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

LCD display panel

Display latch

Opening the LCD display panel

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Turning on the power

This section describes how to turn on the power.
The Power button LED indicates the status. Refer to the Power indicators

section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

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

have set up the operating system. Refer to the section Starting up for

the first time.

■ If the USB floppy disk drive is connected, make sure it is empty. If a

floppy disk is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the floppy
disk.

1. Open the computer’s LCD display panel.

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

Power button

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Figure 3-6 Turning on the power

Starting up for the first time

When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the
Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen
directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to
return to the previous screen.

Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display
carefully.

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Turning off the power

The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down
(Boot), Hibernation or Standby Mode.

Shut Down mode (Boot mode)

When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the
computer will boot to the operating system’s main screen.

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

2. Make sure all disk (disc) activity has stopped, then remove the
CD/DVDs or floppy disk.

■ Make sure the HDD and Slim Select Bay’s module indicators are off. If

you turn off the power while a disk (disc) is being accessed, you can
lose data or damage the disk (disc).

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

cause loss of data.

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

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

3. Click start then click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off
Computer menu select Turn Off.

4. Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

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

Standby Mode

If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting
from your software. Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory.
When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where
you left off.

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

Mode according to the settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility.

■ To restore operation from Standby Mode, press the power button or

press any key. The latter action only works on the internal keyboard if
the Wake-up on Keyboard option is enabled in HW Setup.

■ If the computer automatically enters Standby Mode while a network

application is active, the application might not be restored when the
computer wakes up from Standby.

■ To prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby Mode,

disable Standby in TOSHIBA Power Saver. That action, however, will
nullify the computer’s Energy Star compliance.

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

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

Standby Mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.

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

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

■ If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital, be sure

to shut down the computer in Hibernation Mode or in shutdown mode
to avoid radio signal interference.

Benefits of standby

The standby feature provides the following benefits:

■ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does

hibernation.

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

no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby
feature.

■ You can use the panel power off feature.

Executing standby

You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn + F3. See Chapter 5, The

Keyboard, for details.

You can enter Standby Mode in one of three ways:

1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and click Stand By.

2. Close the computer’s LCD display panel. This feature must be enabled.

Refer to the Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility
described in the Control Panel.
Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power

Saver.

3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the

Setup Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the
Control Panel.
Open Performance and Maintenance and open TOSHIBA Power

Saver.

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

■ When the computer is shut down in Standby Mode, the power indicator

blinking orange.

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

the operating time by shutting down in Hibernation Mode. Standby
Mode consumes more power.

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Standby limitations

Standby will not function under the following conditions:

■ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.

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

Hibernation Mode

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

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

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

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

Benefits of Hibernation Mode

The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:

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

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

before the save is completed. Wait for the HDD indicator to go out.

Hibernation Mode. Data will be lost.

down because of a low battery.

For the computer to shut down in Hibernation Mode, this feature must be
enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup
Actions tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

If you do not configure this feature, the computer will shut down in Standby
Mode - if battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby Mode
will be lost.

■ You can return to your previous working environment immediately when

you turn on the computer.

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

no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System
hibernate feature.

■ You can use the panel power off feature.

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Starting Hibernation Mode

You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing Fn + F4. Refer to
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.

1. Click start.

2. Select Turn Off Computer.

3. Open the Turn Off Computer dialog box.

4. Click Hibernate.

Automatic Hibernation

The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the
power button or close the lid. First, however, make the appropriate settings
according to the steps below.

1. Click start and open the Control Panel.

2. Open Performance and Maintenance and open Power Options.

3. Select the Hibernate window in the Power Options Properties,

select the Enable hibernation check box and click the Apply button.

4. Open TOSHIBA Power Saver.

5. Select the Setup Action window.

6. Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I press the power

button and When I close the lid.

7. Click the OK button.

Data save in Hibernation Mode

When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode, the computer takes a
moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the
HDD indicator will light.

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

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

Restarting the computer

Certain conditions require that you reset the system. For example, if:

■ You change certain computer settings.

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

commands.

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There are three ways to reset the computer system:

1. Click start then click Turn off computer. From the Turn off
computer menu select Restart.

2. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to display the Windows Task Manager, then
select Shut Down and Restart.

3. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait 10 to
15 seconds, then turn the power on again by pressing the power button.

Restoring the preinstalled software

If preinstalled files are damaged, use the Recovery DVD-ROM to restore
them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow
the steps below.

Restoring the Windows operating system

When sound mute is turned ON by the Fn + Esc key, turn OFF before
starting restore. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

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

1. Load the Recovery DVD-ROM in the optical disk drive and turn off the
computer’s power.

2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with
Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key.

3. Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD-ROM icon in the
displayed menu. For details, refer to the Boot Priority section in
Chapter 7, HW Setup.

4. A menu appears, follow the on-screen instructions

5. If your computer came with additonal software installed, this software
can not be recovered from the Product Recovery DVD-ROM. Re-install
these applications (e.g. Works Suite, DVD Player, Games, etc.)
separately from other media.

Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers

If Windows is working properly, individual drivers or applications can be
separately restored. The TOSHIBA Tools & Utilities folder (C:\TOOLSCD)
contains drivers and applications, which are included with your computer
system. If your system drivers or applications have become damaged in
some way, you can reinstall most of the components from this folder.

Create a copy of this folder to an external medium for more convenience.

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Operating Basics

This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and
precautions when using it, as well as the handling of CD/DVD.

TOSHIBA Dual Pointing Device

The computer is equipped with a dual point system: a Touch Pad and an
AccuPoint pointing stick.

Using the Touch Pad

To use the Touch Pad, simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the
direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

AccuPoint

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Sensor

Touch Pad control
buttons

AccuPoint control

Two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a mouse
pointer. Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or
graphics designated by the pointer. Press the right button to display a menu
or other function depending on the software you are using.

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Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons

Touch Pad

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You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the
left button.

Click: Tap once
Double-click: Tap t w ice
Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave

your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and move the
material.

Using the AccuPoint

To use the AccuPoint, simply push it with your finger tip in the direction you
want to move the on-screen pointer.
Two buttons above the Touch Pad work in the same way with the AccuPoint
as they do with the Touch Pad. Refer to the Using the Touch Pad section
for details.

AccuPoint precautions

Certain conditions can affect the on-screen pointer when using AccuPoint.
For example, the pointer may travel contrary to AccuPoint operation or an
error message may appear, if

■ You touch the AccuPoint during power-up.

■ You apply constant, soft pressure during power-up.

■ There is a sudden temperature change.

■ Strong stress is applied to the AccuPoint.

If an error message appears, reboot the computer. If an error message
does not appear, wait a moment for the pointer to stop, then continue
operation.

Replacing the cap

The AccuPoint cap is an expendable item that should be replaced after
prolonged use.

1. To remove the AccuPoint cap, firmly pinch the cap and pull it straight
up.

Removing the AccuPoint cap

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2. Position a new cap on the peg and press it into place.

The peg is square, so be careful to align the cap’s square hole with the
peg.

Using the Fingerprint Sensor

This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the purpose of enrolling
and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the
fingerprint authentication device, it is no longer necessary to input the
password from the keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the
fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled:

■ Logon to Windows and access a security-enabled homepage through

IE (Internet Explorer).

■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and third party access to

them prevented.

■ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when returning from

power-saving (standby) mode.

■ Power-on Security and Single Sign-on feature.

■ Authentication of the User Password and Hard Disk Drive Password

when booting up the computer.

Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor

Failure to follow these guidelines might result in (1) damage to the sensor
or cause sensor failure, (2) finger recognition problems, or lower finger
recognition success rate.

■ Do not scratch or poke the sensor with your nails or any hard or sharp

objects.

■ Do not press the sensor strongly.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a wet finger or any wet objects. Keep

sensor surface dry and free of water vapor.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a soiled finger. Minute foreign particles on

a soiled or dirty finger may scratch the sensor.

■ Do not paste stickers or write on the sensor.

■ Do not touch the sensor with a finger or any object with built-up static

electricity.

Observe the following before you place your finger on the sensor whether
for fingerprint enrollment/registration or recognition.

■ Wash and dry your hands thoroughly.

■ Remove static electricity from your fingers by touching any metal

surface. Static electricity is a common cause of sensor failures,
especially when the weather is dry.

■ Clean the sensor with a lint-free cloth. Do not use detergent to clean the

sensor.

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■ Avoid the following finger conditions for enrollment or recognition as

they may result in fingerprint enrollment errors or a drop in the
fingerprint recognition success rate

■ Soaked or swollen finger (e.g. after taking bath)

■ Injured finger

■ Wet finger

■ Soiled or oily finger

■ Extremely dry skin condition on finger

Observe the following to improve the fingerprint recognition success rate.

■ Enroll two or more fingers.

■ Enroll additional fingers if recognition failure occurs often using enrolled

fingers.

■ Check your finger condition. Changed conditions, such as injured,

rough, extremely dry, wet, soiled, dirty, oily, soaked, swollen fingers,
may lower the recognition success rate. Also if the fingerprint is worn
down or the finger becomes thinner or fatter, the recognition success
rate may be lowered.

■ The fingerprint for each finger is different and unique. Please ensure

that only the registered or enrolled fingerprint or fingerprints are used
for identification.

■ Check sliding position and speed (see the drawing below).

How to Delete the Fingerprint Data

Saved fingerprint data is stored in the Non-volatile memory inside the
fingerprint sensor. If you hand over the PC to others, or dispose of it, to do
the following operations is recommended.

1. Click start, point to All Programs, point to Protector Suite QL and
click Control Center.

2. The Protector Suite Software screen is displayed.

3. Click Fingerprints and click Delete.

4. Click Settings and click Fingerprint Storage Inspector.

5. The Fingerprint Storage Inspector screen is displayed. If other
fingerprint data is still displayed on the list. Select all fingerprint data
and click remove.

6. Check whether all fingerprint data was deleted on the fingerprint
Storage inspector screen.

Fingerprint Sensor Limitations

■ The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique

characteristics in a fingerprint.

■ A warning message will be displayed when recognition is abnormal or

recognition is not successful within a fixed duration.

■ The recognition success rate may differ from user to user.

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■ Toshiba does not guarantee that this fingerprint recognition technology

will be error-free.

■ Toshiba does not guarantee that the fingerprint sensor will recognize

the enrolled user or accurately screen out unauthorized users at all
times. Toshiba is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out
of the use of this fingerprint recognition software or utility.

The following illustrations show the correct way to slide your finger over the
recognition sensor.

Align your fingertip with the sensor as shown in the drawing and swipe.

Points to note about the Fingerprint Utility

Backups for saved fingerprint data and saved information in the
PasswordBank can be performed in Import or Export User Data under
Fingerprint Software Management. However, encrypted files cannot be
backuped within Mysafe with this function. Recommended action is
backing up encrypted files to external media with standard methods such
as copying files.

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If Windows XP’s file encryption function EFS (Encryption File System) is
used to encrypt a file, the file cannot be further encrypted using the
encryption function of this software.

If the fingerprint sensor and Trusted Platform Module (TPM) security are
used as identification devices, install and configure the Infineon TPM
Professional package first before configuring the fingerprint utility. Please
refer to the TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Installation Guide for the
installation and configuration methods for TPM.

In the help file, it is stated that this software’s PasswordBank function can
be used for the Internet and general applications. However, the Internet
PasswordBank function in the Fingerprint utility provided in this computer
can only be used with IE (Internet Explorer).

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Set Up Procedure

Please use the following procedure when first using fingerprint
authentication.

Fingerprint Registration

Enroll the required authentication data using the “User Enrollment” Wizard.

■ The fingerprint authentication uses the same Windows logon ID and

■ Up to 21 fingerprint patterns can be registered on this sensor.

1. Click start, point to All Programs, point to Protector Suite QL and

You can also start User Enrollment Wizard using the following method.

■ Click the Protector Suite QL icon in the Task Bar.

■ Swipe your finger across the Fingerprint Sensor.

2. Click Next.

3. The User’s Password screen is displayed. Ensure the same Windows

4. The Hints for Fingerprint Enrollment screen is displayed.

5. The Correct Swipe Procedure screen is displayed.

6. The Scanning Practice screen is displayed.

7. The User’s Fingers screen is displayed. Based on the illustration,

8. The Advanced Security screen is displayed.

9. The Finalization screen is displayed. Click Finish. This completes the

password. If the Windows logon password has not been setup, please
do so before registration.

click User Enrollment Wizard.

logon username is displayed before entering a password into the Enter
your password field. Click Next.

Confirm the message and that there is a checkmark in Run Interactive
Tutorial, and click Next.

Confirm the message and click Next.

You can practice swiping your finger. When you have finished practicing
swiping your finger, click Next.

select the finger to be recognized, and then click Next. Previously
enrolled fingerprints would have green check marks. The fingerprint
being enrolled now would have a red check mark. If any of the
previously enrolled fingerprints is selected again, the latest information
will be enrolled and previous information over-written.

Select whether to enable the security function, and click Next.

fingerprint registration process.

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Window Logon via Fingerprint Authentication

In place of the usual Windows logon by ID and password, fingerprint
authentication also allows logon to Windows.

This is useful especially when many users are using the PCs, as user
selection can be skipped.

Fingerprint Authentication Procedure

1. Start up the computer.

2. The Logon Authorization screen is displayed. Choose any of the

enrolled fingers and swipe the fingerprint on the sensor.
If authentication is successful, the user will be logged on to Windows.

If the fingerprint authentication fails, please logon using the Windows logon
password.

Please logon using the Windows logon password if the fingerprint
authentication failed for three consecutive tries. To logon using the
Windows logon password, enter the Windows logon password at the
“Welcome” screen as normal.

A warning message will be displayed when authentication is abnormal or
authentication is not successful within a fixed duration.

Fingerprint Power-on Security

General

The fingerprint authentication system can be used to replace the keyboard­based User/BIOS Password authentication system when booting up.

If you do not want to use the fingerprint authentication system for password
authentication when booting up, but prefer to use the keyboard-based
system instead, press the BkSP (backspace) key or the ESC/Rotation
button when the Fingerprint Power-on Security screen is displayed. This
will switch the password input screen to the keyboard-based one.

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■ It is necessary to register the User Password before using the

Fingerprint Power-on Security and its extended function, the
Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature. Please use TOSHIBA Password
Utility to register the User Password.

■ If you fail fingerprint authentication more than five times, you must

enter the User Password or Supervisor Password manually to start the
computer.

■ When swiping, please do it slowly and at a constant speed. If this does

not improve the authentication rate, please adjust the speed.

■ If there are any changes in the environment or settings related to

authorization, you will be required to provide authorization information
such as a User Password and HDD password.

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How to Enable Fingerprint Power-on Security Settings

It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the Protector Suite QL

application prior to enabling and configuring the Fingerprint Power-on
Security System. Check that your fingerprint is enrolled before configuring
the settings. See Manual for Fingerprint Registration/Enrollment
instructions.

1. Swipe your finger across the Fingerprint Sensor.

2. MENU appears in the lower right corner of the screen. Swipe your
finger on the Fingerprint Sensor, and select Control Center from the
MENU items.

3. The Fingerprint Software Management screen is displayed.
Click Settings and click Power-on Security.

4. The Power-on Security screen is displayed. Place a checkmark in
Replace the power-on and hard drive passwords with the fingerprint
reader and click OK.

Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature

General

This is a feature that allows the user to complete the authentication for both
the User/BIOS Password (and optionally HDD password) and logging on to
Windows using only one fingerprint authentication when booting up. It is
necessary to register the User/BIOS Password and Windows Logon
password before using the Fingerprint Power-on Security and this
Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature. Please use TOSHIBA Password Utility
to register your User/BIOS Password. If Windows Logon is not the default
for your system, see Manual to register your Windows Logon password.

Only one fingerprint authentication is required to replace the User/BIOS
Password (and, if selected, HDD password) and Windows Logon
password.

How to Enable Fingerprint Single Sign-on Feature

It is necessary to first enroll your fingerprint with the Protector Suite QL
application prior to enabling and configuring the How to Enable Fingerprint
Single Sign-on Feature. Check that the fingerprint is enrolled before
configuring the settings. See Manual for Fingerprint Registration/
Enrollment instructions.

1. Swipe your finger across the Fingerprint Sensor.

2. MENU appears in the lower right corner of the screen. Swipe your
finger on the Fingerprint Sensor, and select Control Center from the
MENU items.

3. The Fingerprint Software Management screen is displayed.
Click Settings and click System Settings.

4. The Protector Suite Settings screen is displayed. Place a checkmark
in Allow power-on security single sign-on within Enable logon support
and click OK.

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Fingerprint utility limitations

TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the Fingerprint utility technology will be
completely secure or error-free. TOSHIBA does not guarantee that the
Fingerprint utility will accurately screen out unauthorized users at all times.
TOSHIBA is not liable for any failure or damage that might arise out of the
use of the fingerprint software or utility.

How to Swipe the Finger

Using the following steps when swiping fingers for fingerprint registration or
authentication will help to minimize authentication failures:

1. Align the first joint of the finger to the center of the sensor. Lightly touch

the sensor and swipe finger levelly towards you.
While lightly touching the sensor, swipe the finger towards you until the
sensor surface becomes visible.
Ensure the center of the fingerprint is on the sensor when swiping the
finger.

■ Avoid swiping with the finger stiff or pressed-on too hard.

Fingerprint reading may fail if the center of the fingerprint is not
touching the sensor, or when the finger is pressed hard while swiped.
Make sure that the center of the fingerprint is touching the sensor
before swiping.

■ Confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl before swiping.

Always confirm the center of the fingerprint whirl so that it is swiped
along the center line of the sensor.

■ When fingerprint reading is not successful:

There is a possibility of authentication failures if the finger is swiped too
quickly or too slowly. Follow the onscreen instructions to adjust the
speed of the swipe.

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Using the USB floppy disk drive (optional)

The USB floppy disk drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte
floppy disks and connects to the USB port. Refer to Chapter 2, The Grand

Tou r, for more information.

Connecting the USB floppy disk drive

To connect the drive, plug the floppy disk drive’s USB connector into a
computer’s USB port.

Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the
socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the
connecting pins.

USB connector

USB port

Connecting the USB floppy disk drive

If you connect the USB floppy disk drive after turning on the computer, it
will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive. Do not
disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed.

Disconnecting USB floppy disk drive

When you have finished using the USB floppy disk drive, follow the
procedures below to disconnect it:

1. Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all floppy disk activity
has stopped.

If you disconnect the USB floppy disk drive or turn off the power while the
computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the floppy
disk or the drive.

2. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.

3. Click USB floppy disk drive device that you want remove.

4. Pull the floppy disk drive’s USB connector out of the computer’s USB
port.

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Changing Slim Select Bay modules

This section explains how to change modules in the Slim Select Bay. The
illustrations show replacement of the optical disk drive with the Slim Select
Bay HDD adaptor. Therefore, the text refers to those modules. However,
the procedures are the same for any of the modules: DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
drive, DVD Super Multi drive, HDD adaptor and 2nd battery pack.

To avoid injury, do not put your hand into the Slim Select Bay slot.

The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension is preinstalled to support hot swapping
under Windows. Refer to Chapter 1, Introduction for information on using
this utility to change modules while the computer’s power is on.

Removing a module

Remove the optical disk drive as described below.

1. You can confirm that the disks are not operating with indicators. If all

indicators are off, it means that no disks are operating currently.

2. Turn the computer upside down.

Wait for all disk indicators to go out before you turn over the computer and
do not lay the computer down gently. Shock can damage the HDD or other
components.

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3. Remove the screw near the icon securing the Slim Select Bay.

4. Make sure the screw in the Slim Select Bay lock screw is set in the hole

for the unlock position.

5. Slide the Slim Select Bay latch to the unlock position.

6. Grasp the optical disk drive and slide it out.

Lock screw

Slim Select Bay latch

Optical disk drive

Removing the optical disk drive

The optical disk drive and other Slim Select Bay modules can become hot
with use. Be careful when removing the module.

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Inserting a module

Insert the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor as described below.

1. Insert the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor in the computer as shown

2. If you want to lock the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor, set the Slim Select

Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor

below and press until the ejector clicks.

Bay lock screw in the hole for the lock position. The lock screw is
inserted in the unlock position at the time of purchasing.

Lock screw

Inserting the Slim Select Bay HDD adaptor

Using optical disk drives

The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of
CD/DVD-ROM-based programs. You can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm
(3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is
used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a
CD/DVD-ROM, an indicator on the drive glows and the Slim Select Bay
indicator glows.

Use the WinDVD application to view DVD-Video discs.

If you have a DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive, refer also to the Writing CDs on

DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive section for precautions on writing to CDs.

If you have a DVD Super Multi drive, refer also to the Writing CD/DVDs on

DVD Super Multi drive section for precautions on writing to CDs/DVDs.

When the power of the optical disk drive is off, pressing the Fn + Tab keys
will turn the power of the optical disk drive on. Furthermore, it is possible to
set it to turn the power of the optical disk drive on and eject the tray at the
same time.

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Loading discs

To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below.

1. When the computer’s power is on, press the eject button to open the

disc tray slightly.

Pressing the eject button

2. Grasp the disc tray gently and pull until it is fully opened.

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Eject button

Disc tray

Pulling the disc tray open

3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the disc tray.

Laser lens

Inserting a CD/DVD

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When the disc tray is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend
slightly over the CD/DVD tray. Therefore, you will need to turn the CD/DVD
at an angle when you place it in the disc tray. After seating the CD/DVD,
however, make sure it lies flat.

■ Do not touch a laser lens and its circumference portion. Doing so could

cause misalignment.

■ Prevent foreign objects from entering the drive. Check the surface of

the disc tray, especially the area behind the front edge of the disc tray,
to make sure there are no such objects before closing the drive.

4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into
place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with
the spindle base.

5. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into
place.

If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the disc tray is closed, the
CD/DVD might be damaged. Also, the disc tray might not open fully when
you press the eject button.

Closing the CD/DVD disc tray

Removing discs

To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below.

Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the media
drive. Wait for the Slim Select Bay indicator to go out before you open the
disc tray. Also, if the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the disc tray, wait
for it to stop before you remove it

1. To pop the disc tray partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull
the disc tray out until it is fully opened.

When the disc tray pops open slightly, wait a moment to make sure the
CD/DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the disc tray fully open.

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2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the disc tray so you can

hold it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out.

Removing a CD/DVD

3. Push the center of the disc tray to close it. Press gently until it locks into

place.

How to remove CD/DVD when the disc tray will not open

Pressing the eject button will not open the disc tray when the computer
power is off. If the power is off, you can open the disc tray by inserting a
slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the
eject hole just to the right of the eject button.

15mm

Eject hole

Manual release with the eject hole

Turn off the power before you use the eject hole. If the CD/DVD is spinning
when you open the disc tray, the CD/DVD could fly off the spindle and
cause injury.

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Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive

Depending on the type of drive installed, you may be able to write CDs. The
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive lets you write as well as read CD-ROMs.
Observe the precautions in this section to ensure the best performance for
writing CDs. For information on loading and unloading CDs refer to the

Using optical disk drives section.

■ Refer to the Writable discs section in Chapter 2 for details about the

types of writable CD/DVD discs.

■ Do not turn off the power of the optical disk drive while the computer is

accessing the drive. If you turn off the power, you may lose data.

■ When the power of the optical disk drive is off, the disc tray will not

open even if the eject button is pressed.

When writing to media using an optical drive, always connect the AC
adaptor to a power plug socket. If data is written while powered by the
battery pack, writing may sometimes fail due to low battery power and data
loss may occur.

Before writing or rewriting

Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data.

■ We recommend the following manufacturers of CD-R and CD-RW

media. Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates.

CD-R:

TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

Multi-Speed and High-Speed CD-RW:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

Ultra-Speed CD-RW:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD-R and CD-RW media of the
manufacturers above. Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed.

■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW is affected by the quality of the

disc and the way it is used.

■ Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you write or rewrite.

■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing

software.

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

on the CPU.

■ Operate the computer at full power. Do not use power-saving features.

■ Do not write while a virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish,

then disable virus detection programs including any software that
checks files automatically in the background.

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

disk drive access speeds. They may cause unstable operation and
damage data.

■ Write from the computer’s hard disk drive to the CD. Do not try to write

from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device.

■ Writing with software other than Sonic RecordNow! has not been

confirmed. Therefore, operation with other software cannot be
guaranteed.

When writing or rewriting

Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD-R or CD-RW.

■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media. Do not

use cut-and-paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error.

■ Do not perform any of the following actions:

■ Change users in the Windows XP operating system.

■ Operate the computer for any other function, including use of a

mouse or Touch Pad, closing/opening the LCD panel.

■ Start a communication application such as a modem.

■ Apply impact or vibration to the computer.

■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following:

PC card, SD card, ExpressCard, USB devices, external monitor,
i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.

■ Open the optical disk drive.

■ Remove the optical disk drive from the Slim Select Bay.

■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into Standby

or Hibernation Mode. When writing is completed, you can open the
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive tray.

■ If the media is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting

errors may occur.

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

vibration such as airplanes, trains or cars. Do not use an unstable
surface such as a stand.

■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away

from the computer.

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Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive

You can use the DVD Super Multi drive to write data to either CD-R/RW or
DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/-RAM discs. The following applications
for writing are provided: RecordNow!, and DLA licensed by Sonic
Solutions, and InterVideo’s WinDVD Creator Platinum.

■ Refer to the Writable discs, Chapter 2 for the details about the types of

writable CD/DVD discs.

■ Do not turn off the power of the optical disk drive while the computer is

accessing the drive. If you turn off the power, you may lose data.

■ When the power of the optical disk drive is off, the disc tray will not

open even if the eject button is pushed.

When writing to media using an optical drive, always connect the AC
adaptor to a power plug socket. If data is written while powered by the
battery pack, writing may sometimes fail due to low battery power and data
loss may occur.

Important message

Before you write or rewrite to CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/
+RW/-RAM discs, read and follow all setup and operating instructions in
this section. If you fail to do so, the DVD Super Multi drive may not function
properly, and you may fail to write or rewrite, loose data or incur other
damage.

Legal Footnotes

TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following:

■ Damage to any CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/-RAM

disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product.

■ Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD-R/RW or

DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/+RW/-RAM disc that may be caused by
writing or rewriting with this product, or for any business profit loss or
business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the
recorded contents.

■ Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or

software.

Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives, you
may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or
problems with hardware devices. Also, it is a good idea to make two or
more copies of important data, in case of undesired change or loss of the
recorded contents.

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Before writing or rewriting

■ Based on TOSHIBA’s limited compatibility testing, we suggest the

following manufacturers of CD-R/RW or DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/+R/+R DL/
+RW/-RAM disc. However, in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the
operation, quality or performance of any disc. Disc quality can affect
write or rewrite success rates.

CD-R:

TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

CD-RW: (Multi-Speed and High-Speed)

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

CD-RW: (Ultra-Speed)

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

DVD-R:

DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2.0

TAIYO YUDEN CO., LTD.
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

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DVD-R DL:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION.

DVD+R:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

DVD+R DL:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

DVD-RW:

DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for Version 1.1 or
version 1.2

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN.LIMITED
MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION

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DVD+RW:

MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION
RICOH Co., Ltd.

DVD-RAM:

DVD Specifications for DVD-RAM Disc for Version 2.0, Version 2.1
or Version 2.2

Hitachi Maxell Ltd.

This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8 speed (DVD-R,
DVD+R), 4 speed (DVD-RW, DVD+RW), 5 speed (DVD-RAM), 2 speed
(DVD-R DL) and 2.4 speed (DVD+R DL).

■ If the disc is poor in quality, dirty or damaged, writing or rewriting errors

may occur. Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you
use it.

■ The actual number of rewrites to CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD+RW or

DVD-RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used.

■ DISC created in DVD-R DL format4 (Layer Jump Recording) cannot be

read.

■ There are two types of DVD-R discs: authoring and general use discs.

Do not use authoring discs. Only general use discs can be written to by
a computer drive.

■ You can use DVD-RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and

DVD-RAM discs designed without a cartridge.

■ Other DVD-ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be

able to read DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs.

■ Data written to a CD-R/DVD-R-R DL/DVD+R/+R DL disc cannot be

deleted either in whole or in part.

■ Data deleted (erased) from a CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD+RW and

DVD-RAM disc cannot be recovered. Check the content of the disc
carefully before you delete it. If multiple drives that can write data to
discs are connected, be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive.

■ In writing to a DVD-R/-R DL/-RW, DVD+R/+R DL/+RW or DVD-RAM

disc, some disc space is required for file management, so you may not
be able to write the full capacity of the disc.

■ Since the disc is based on the DVD standard, it might be filled with

dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB. Even if you write
only a small amount of data, it might take time to fill in the dummy data.

■ DVD-RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000

without DVD-RAM Driver Software.

■ When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected, be Be

sure to connect the AC adaptor before you write or rewrite.

■ Before you enter Standby or Hibernation Mode, be sure to finish

DVD-RAM writing. When writing is finished, you can eject DVD-RAM
media.

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■ Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing

software.

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

on the CPU.

■ Operate the computer in the full-power mode. Do not use power-saving

features. Be careful not to write to the wrong drive.

■ Do not write while a virus check software is running. Wait for it to finish

and then disable virus detection programs including any software that
checks files automatically in the background.

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

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

■ CD-RW (Ultra Speed +) media is not supported. If used, data may be

lost or damaged.

■ Write from the computer’s hard disk drive to the CD/DVD. Do not try to

write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network
device.

■ Writing with software other than RecordNow! and InterVideo WinDVD

Creator Platinum is not recommended.

When writing or rewriting

Please observe/consider the following when you write or rewrite to a
CD-R/-RW, DVD-R/-R DL/-RW/-RAM or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc.

■ Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting:

■ Change users in the Windows XP operating system.

■ Operate the computer for any other function, including using a

mouse or Touch Pad or closing/opening the LCD panel.

■ Start a communication application such as a modem.

■ Apply impact or vibration to the computer.

■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the following:

PC card, SD card, ExpressCard, USB devices, external monitor,
i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.

■ Open the optical disk drive.

■ Remove the optical disk drive from the Slim Select Bay.

■ Do not use shut down/log off and standby/hibernation while writing or

rewriting.

■ Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into

standby/hibernation. Writing is completed if you can open the DVD
Super Multi drive tray.

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

vibration such as airplanes, trains, or cars. Do not use an unstable
surface such as a stand.

■ Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away

from the computer.

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■ Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the optical media. Do not

use cut-and-paste. The original data will be lost if there is a write error.

Discs created in DVD-R DL (Layer Jump Recording) cannot be read.

RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA

Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow!:

■ DVD-Video cannot be created using RecordNow!.

■ DVD-Audio cannot be created using RecordNow!.

■ You cannot use RecordNow!’s “Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player”

function to record music to the DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or
DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs.

■ Do not use the “Exact Copy” function of RecordNow! to copy

DVD-Video and DVD-ROM with copyright protection.

■ DVD-RAM disc cannot be backed up with the “Exact Copy” function of

RecordNow!.

■ You cannot back up a CD-ROM or CD-R/RW to DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or

DVD+R/+R DL/+RW using the “Exact Copy” function of RecordNow!.

■ You cannot back up DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or

DVD+R/+R DL/+RW to CD-R/RW using the “Exact Copy” function of
RecordNow!.

■ RecordNow! cannot record in packet format.

■ You might not be able to use the “Exact Copy” function of RecordNow!

to back up a DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW disc that was
made with other software on a different DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or
DVD+R/+R DL/+RW recorder.

■ If you add data to a DVD-R/-R DL and DVD+R/+R DL disc that you

have already recorded to, you might not be able to read the added data
under some circumstances. It cannot be read in 16-bit operating
systems, such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me. In Windows NT4,
you will need Service Pack 6 or later to read added data. In Windows
2000, you will need Service Pack 2 or later to read it. Some DVD-ROM
and DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drives cannot read added data regardless of
the operating system.

■ RecordNow! does not support recording to DVD-RAM discs. To record

to a DVD-RAM, use Explorer or another utility.

■ When you back up a DVD disc, be sure the source drive supports

recording to DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs. If the
source drive does not support recording to DVD-R/-R DL/-RW or
DVD+R/+R DL/+RW discs, it might not be backed up correctly.

■ When you back up a DVD-R/-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+R/+R DL or

DVD+RW, be sure to use the same type of disc.

■ You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD-RW, DVD-RW or

DVD+RW disc.

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Data Verification

To verify that data is written or rewritten correctly, follow the steps below
before you write or rewrite a Data CD/DVD.

1. Click the Options button ( ) on the RecordNow! Console to open

the Options panels.

2. Select the Data in the left-side menu.

3. Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the

Data Options.

Click the OK button.

DLA for TOSHIBA

Note the following limitations when you use DLA:

■ This software supports only rewritable discs (DVD+RW, DVD-RW, and

CD-RW). It does not support DVD+R/+R DL, DVD-R/-R DL, and CD-R
discs that are not rewritable.

■ DLA does not support formatting and writing to a DVD-RAM disc -

these functions are performed by DVD-RAM Driver Software. Even if
the DLA Format menu appears when inserting a DVD-RAM disc and
right-clicking the drive icon in Windows Explorer, you should use the
“DVDForm” command to format this disc. You can run “DVDForm” by
clicking the Start button on the taskbar to display the Start menu and
then selecting “All Programs”, “DVD-RAM”, “DVD-RAM Driver” and
“DVDForm” sequentially.

■ Do not use any discs that have been formatted with packet writing

software other than DLA. Similarly, do not use any discs that have been
formatted with DLA with any packet writing software other than DLA.
When using a disc you are not familiar with, format it by selecting “Full
Format” before using it.

■ Do not use the cut-and-paste function for files and folders. A file or

folder that has been cut may be lost if writing fails due to an error on the
disc.

■ When writing any setup files for an application to a disc formatted by

DLA, and attempting to start Setup from this disc, an error may occur.
In this case, please copy the files to your hard disk and then run Setup
from there.

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When using WinDVD Creator Platinum

You can record video back to your digital camcorder via i.LINK (IEEE1394)
using WinDVD Creator Platinum. However, there is a case where its
playback sound appears choppy - in this instance please follow the
instructions below:

1. Click start and select the Control Panel.

2. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon in the Control Panel.

3. Click the System icon in the Performance and Maintenance window.

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4. Click the Advanced tab in the System Properties window.

5. Click the Settings icon in the “Performance” section.

6. Click the Advanced tab in the Performance Options window.

7. Click the Change icon in the “virtual memory” section.

8. Select the Custom size button in the Virtual Memory window.

9. Specify much higher values for “Initial size” and “Maximum size.”

10. Click the Set button in the Virtual Memory window.

11. Click the OK button in the Virtual Memory window.

How to make a DVD-Video

Simplified steps for making a DVD-Video from video data captured from a
DV-Camcorder:

1. Click Start -> All Programs -> InterVideo WinDVD Creator2 ->
InterVideo WinDVD Creator to launch WinDVD Creator.

2. Click Capture button then capture the video data from the
DV-Camcorder via IEEE1394.

3. Click Edit button then drag the video clips from [Video Library] tab to
the edit track.

4. Click Make Movie button in the top bar.

5. Double Click the Right arrow button icon in the center of right side.

6. Put a blank DVD-R/+R disc or an erased DVD-RW/+RW disc in the
drive.

7. Click Start to record to the disc.

8. When recording is finished, the tray opens.

How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD Creator

Please refer to the on-line Help for additional InterVideo WinDVD Creator
information.

Important information for use

Note the following limitations when you write to a video DVD:

1. Editing digital video

■ Log in with Administrator rights to use WinDVD Creator.

■ Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using

WinDVD Creator.

■ Operate the computer at Full Power. Do not use power-saving

features.

■ While you are editing a DVD-Video, you can display previews.

However, if another application is running, the preview might not
display properly.

■ WinDVD Creator cannot show video on the external monitor when in

simultaneous mode.

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■ WinDVD Creator cannot edit or play copy protected content.

■ Do not change display settings while using WinDVD Creator.

■ Do not enter standby/Hibernation Mode while using WinDVD

Creator.

■ Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the

computer. Please wait until all disk/disc drive activity has stopped.

■ When recording to a DV-Camcorder, to ensure you capture all of

your data, let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you
begin recording your actual data.

■ CD recorder, JPEG functions, DVD-Audio, mini DVD and Video CD

functions are not supported in this version.

■ While recording video to DVD or tape, please close all other

programs.

■ Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy

load on the CPU.

■ Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN.

2. Before recording the video to DVD

■ When you record to DVD discs, please use only media

recommended by TOSHIBA.

■ Do not set the working drive to a slow device like a USB 1.1 hard

disk drive or it will fail to write the DVD.

■ Do not perform any of the following actions:

■ Operate the computer for any other function, including using a

mouse or Touch Pad or closing/opening the LCD panel.

■ Bump or cause vibration to the computer.

■ Use the Mode control button and Audio/Video control button to

reproduce music or voice.

■ Open the optical disk drive.

■ Install, remove or connect external devices, including the

following: PC card, SD card, ExpressCard, USB devices,
external monitor, i.LINK devices, optical digital devices.

■ Please verify your disc after recording important data.

■ DVD-R/+R/-RW discs cannot be written in VR format.

■ WinDVD Creator cannot export to DVD-Audio, VideoCD or miniDVD

format.

■ WinDVD Creator can write DVD-RAM/+RW in VR format, but the

disc may only play on your computer.

■ When writing to a DVD disc, WinDVD Creator requires 2GB or more

of disk space for every one hour of video.

■ When you make a fully recorded DVD, the chapter sequence may

not play correctly.

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3. About Disc Manager

4. About recorded DVDs

Media care

This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your CD/DVDs and
floppy disks.

Handle your media with care. The following simple precautions will
increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on them:

CD/DVDs

1. Store your CD/DVDs in the container they came in to protect them and

2. Do not bend the CD/DVD.

3. Do not write on, apply a sticker to, or otherwise mar the surface of the

4. Hold the CD/DVD by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole.

5. Do not expose to direct sunlight, extreme heat or cold. Do not place

6. If your CD/DVDs become dusty or dirty, wipe them with a clean dry

■ WinDVD Creator can edit one play list on a disc.

■ WinDVD Creator might show a different thumbnail than you

previously set in CE (Consumer Electronics) DVD-RAM recorder.

■ Using the Disc Manager, you can edit DVD-VR format on

DVD-RAM, DVD+VR format on DVD+RW, and DVD-Video format
on DVD-RW.

■ Some DVD-ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players

may not be able to read DVD-R/+R/-R DL/+R DL/-RW/+RW/-RAM
discs.

■ When playing your recorded disc on your computer, please use the

WinDVD software application.

■ If you use an over-used rewritable disc, the full formatting might be

locked. Please use a brand new disc.

keep them clean.

CD/DVD that contains data.

Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading
data.

heavy objects on your CD/DVDs.

cloth. Wipe from the center out, do not wipe in a circular direction
around the CD/DVD. If necessary, use a cloth dampened in water or a
neutral cleaner. Do not use benzine, thinner or similar cleaner.

Floppy disks

1. Store your floppy disks in the container they came in to protect them
and keep them clean. If a floppy disk is dirty, do not use cleaning fluid.
Clean it with a soft damp cloth.

2. Never open the shutter or touch the magnetic surface of your floppy
disk. You could permanently damage it and lose data.

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3. Always handle floppy disks with care, to prevent the loss of stored data.

Always apply the floppy disk label in the correct location. Never apply a
new label on top of an existing one. The label could come loose and
damage the floppy drive.

4. Never use a pencil for writing on a floppy disk label. Pencil lead dust

could cause a system malfunction. Always use a felt-tipped pen. When
writing a title on a label, first write on the label, then apply the label to
the floppy disk.

5. Never put a floppy disk in a location where water or other liquid may

contact it or where it is excessively damp. It could cause data loss.
Never use a wet or damp floppy disk. It could damage the floppy disk
drive or other devices.

6. Data may be lost if the floppy disk is twisted, bent, or exposed to direct

sunlight, extreme heat or cold.

7. Do not place heavy objects on your floppy disks.

8. Do not eat, smoke, or use erasers near your floppy disks. Foreign

particles inside the floppy disk’s jacket can damage the magnetic
surface.

9. Magnetic energy can destroy the data on your floppy disks. Keep your

floppy disks away from speakers, radios, television sets and other
sources of magnetic fields.

Sound system

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This section describes audio controls including sound levels and power
management.

Volume Control

The Volume Control utility lets you control the audio volume in Windows for
both playback and recording.

■ To launch Volume Control for playback, click start, point to All

Programs, point to Accessories, point to Entertainment and click
Volume Control.

■ To launch Recording Control, click Options, point to Properties,

choose Recording and click OK.

■ To view details of the Volume Control, click Help on the Volume Control.

Microphone level

The change the microphone gain, follow the steps below.

1. Click start, point to All Programs, point to Accessories, point to

Entertainment and click Volume Control.

2. Click Options and point to Properties.

3. Select Recording and click OK.

4. Click Options and select Advanced Controls.

5. Click Advanced.

6. Check the Microphone Boost checkbox.

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SigmaTel Control Panel

SigmaTel Control Panel lets you control some of the audio settings.
Follow the steps below to launch the SigmaTel Control Panel:

1. Click start and click Control Panel.

2. If you are viewing the Control Panel in Category View, click on Switch
to Classic View.

3. Double-click the SigmaTel Audio icon.

Volume control

To adjust the audio volume in Windows for both playback and recording,
click the Levels tab.

To hear the voice from a microphone or the analog sound from the line
input, disable the Mute button in the Input Monitor, and then disable the
Audio power management function described below.

Audio power management

The audio controller can be powered down when the audio function is not
used. To disable audio power management, follow the steps below.

1. Clicked the Advanced tab.

2. Check the Enable Power Management check box.

3. Input a time in Time to Power Saving State.

If the Enable Power Management check box is not checked, the audio
controller will always be in operation.

Graphic equalizer

Adjust the equalizer settings to enhance sound quality.

TOSHIBA Mic Effect

TOSHIBA Mic Effect is a utility used to enable comfortable calls with echo
cancellation function. The echo cancellation function removes or reduces
any harsh echoes or howling sounds that occur when playing audio sounds
recorded with a microphone through the speakers. The echo cancellation
function is available only when you use telephony software such as
Windows Messenger with a voice conversation function.

For more instructions for this software, click start, point to All Programs,
point to TOSHIBA, point to Utilities and click TOSHIBA Mic Effect Help.

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Modem

This section describes how to connect and disconnect the internal modem
to and from a telephone jack.

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

■ Never operate your PC on AC power during a thunderstorm. If you see

Region selection

Telecommunication regulations vary from one region to another, so you will
need to make sure the internal modem’s settings are correct for the region
in which it will be used.

The built-in modem can be used only in specified countries and regions.
Using the modem in an area not specified for use may cause a system
failure. Check the specified areas carefully before using it.

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could cause a PC system failure.

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

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

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

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

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

residences or offices.

lightning or hear thunder, immediately turn off the PC. An electric surge
caused by the storm, may result in a system failure, loss of data or
hardware damage.

To select a region, follow the steps below.

1. Click start, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA, point to

Networking and click Modem Region Select.

Do not use the Country/Region Select function in the Modem setup
utility in the Control Panel if the function is available. If you change the
Country/Region in the Control Panel, the change may not take effect.

2. The Region Selection icon will appear in the Windows Task Bar.

3. Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions

that the modem supports. A sub menu for telephony location
information will also be displayed. A check will appear next to the
currently selected region and telephony location.

4. Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the

sub-menu.

■ When you click a region it becomes the modem’s region selection,

and the New Location for telephony will be set automatically.

■ When you select a telephony location, the corresponding region is

automatically selected and it becomes the modem’s current region
setting.

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Properties menu

Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display properties menu
on the screen.

Setting

You can enable or disable the following settings:

AutoRun Mode

The Region Select utility starts automatically when you start up the
operating system.

Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region.

The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you
select the region.

Location list for region selection.

A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony.

Open dialog box, if the modem and Telephony Current
Location region code do not match.

A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and
telephony location are incorrect.

Modem Selection

If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem, a dialog box is
displayed. Select the COM port for your modem to use.

Dialing Properties

Select this item to display the dialing properties.

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

Connecting

To connect the modular cable, follow the steps below.

The modular cable that comes with the computer must be used to connect
the modem. Connect the end of the modular cable with the core to the
computer.

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

could cause a PC system failure.

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

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

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

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

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

residences or offices.

■ Never operate your PC on AC power during a thunderstorm. If you see

lightning or hear thunder, immediately turn off the PC. An electric surge
caused by the storm, may result in a system failure, loss of data or
hardware damage.

1. Plug one end of the modular cable into the computer’s modem jack.

2. Plug the other end of the modular cable into a telephone jack.

Telephone jack

Modem jack

Connecting the internal modem

Modular cable

Do not pull on the cable or move the computer while the cable is
connected.

If you use a storage device such as an optical drive or hard disk drive
connected to a 16-bit PC card, you might experience the following modem
problems:

■ Modem speed is slow or communication is interrupted.

■ Skips may occur in sound.

■ The Wake-up on Wireless function is effective only when it is

connected with AP. This function becomes invalid when the connection
is cut.

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Disconnecting

To disconnect the internal modular cable, follow the steps below.

1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the
connector.

2. Disconnect the cable from the computer’s modem jack in the same
manner.

Wireless communications

The computer’s wireless communication function supports both Wireless
LAN and Bluetooth devices.

Wireless LAN

The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum /Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing
radio technology that complies with IEEE802.11 Wireless LAN standard
(Revision A, B or G).

■ Theoretical maximum speed: 54Mbps (IEEE802.11a, 802.11g)

■ Theoretical maximum speed: 11Mbps (IEEE802.11b)

■ Frequency Channel Selection

(Revision A: 5 GHz, Revision B/G: 2.4 GHz)

■ Roaming over multiple channels

■ Card Power Management

■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption, based on the 128 bit

encryption algorithm.

■ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).

■ Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data encryption.

■ Wake-up on Wireless LAN

Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on
Wireless LAN is enabled.

The Wake-up on Wireless LAN function consumes power even when the
system is off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.

■ The values shown above are the theoretical maximums for Wireless

LAN standards. The actual values may differ.

■ The transmission speed over the wireless LAN, and the distance over

which the wireless LAN can reach, may vary depending on surrounding
electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and
configuration, client design and software/hardware configurations. The
transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as
specified under the appropriate standard - the actual transmission
speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.

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Security

■ TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable WEP (encryption)

functionality, otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by
an outsider using a wireless connection. If this occurs, the outsider may
illegally access your system, eavesdrop, or cause the loss or
destruction of stored data.

■ TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or

illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof.

Bluetooth wireless technology

Some models in this series are equipped with Bluetooth™ wireless
technology that eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices
such as desktop computers, printers and mobile phones.

You cannot use the built-in Bluetooth functions and an optional Bluetooth
SD card 3 simultaneously.

Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features:

Worldwide operation

The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2.4 GHz band,
which is license-free and compatible with radio systems in most countries
in the world.

Radio links

You can easily establish links between two or more devices. The link is
maintained even if the devices are not within line of sight.

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Security

Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security:

■ Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible

to falsify the origin of a message.

■ Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy.

Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows® by TOSHIBA

Please note that this software is specifically designed for the following
operating systems:

■ Microsoft

■ Microsoft® Windows® XP

Detailed information regarding the use with these operating systems is
listed below. Please refer also to the electronic information which is
included with each software.

This Bluetooth™ Stack is based on Bluetooth™ Version 1.1/1.2/2.0+EDR
specification. TOSHIBA cannot confirm compatibility between any PC
products and/or other electronic devices that use Bluetooth™ other than
TOSHIBA mobile PCs.

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Windows® 2000 Professional

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Release Notes related to the Bluetooth™ Stack for

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Windows

1. Install:
On Windows2000 or Windows XP, Bluetooth™ Stack for Windows
TOSHIBA does not have a digital signature.

2. Fax application software:
Regarding FAX application software, there are some software that you
cannot use on this Bluetooth™ Stack.

3. Multi User:
On Windows XP, the use of Bluetooth is not supported in a multi-user
environment. This means that, when you use Bluetooth, other users
logged onto the same computer will not be able to use its Bluetooth
functionality.

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Product Support:

The latest information regarding Operating System support, Language
Support or available upgrades can be found on our web site
http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or
www.pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States.

Wireless communication switch

You can enable or disable Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions with the
on/off switch. No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off.
Slide the switch to the right to turn it on and to the left to turn it off.

■ Do not use the WiFi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven

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

■ Turn WiFi and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who

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

■ Always turn off WiFi or Bluetooth functionality if the PC is near

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

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Wireless communication Indicator

The wireless communication indicator indicates the status of the wireless
communication functions.

Indicator status Indication

Indicator off Wireless communication switch is set to off.

Automatic power down because of overheating.
Power malfunction.

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If you used the Task Bar to disable the wireless LAN, restart the computer
or perform the following procedure to re-enable it: start, Control Panel,

System, Hardware Device Manager, Network adapters, Intel
Wireless 3945BG/3945ABG Network Connection and enable.

LAN

The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per
second, 10BASE-T), Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX) and Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T). This section describes how to connect/disconnect to a LAN.

Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake-up on
LAN is enabled.

The Wake-up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is
off. Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature.

LAN cable types

The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN.
Logging onto a LAN using the computer’s default settings could cause a
malfunction in LAN operation. Check with your LAN administrator
regarding set-up procedures.

Indicator glows Wireless communication switch is on. Wireless

LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application.

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If you are using Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T), be sure to connect with a CAT5E cable or higher. You
cannot use a CAT3 or CAT5 cable.

If you are using Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX), be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher.
You cannot use a CAT3 cable.

If you are using Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), you
can connect with a CAT3 or higher.

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Connecting LAN cable

To connect a LAN cable, follow the steps below.

■ Connect the AC adaptor before connecting a LAN cable. The AC

adaptor must remain connected during LAN use. If you disconnect the
AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN, the system may
hang up.

■ Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable.

Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may occur.

■ Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is

connected to the LAN jack. Otherwise, malfunctions or damage may
occur.

1. Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices
connected to the computer.

2. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack. Press gently until you hear
the latch click into place.

LAN jack

LAN connector

Connecting a LAN cable

3. Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector. Check with
your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub.

When the computer is exchanging data with the LAN, the LAN Active
indicator glows orange. When the computer is connected to a LAN hub but
is not exchanging data, the Link indicator glows green.

Disconnecting LAN cable

To disconnect the LAN cable, follow the steps below.

Make sure the LAN Active indicator (orange LED) is out before you
disconnect the computer from the LAN.

1. Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer’s LAN jack and pull
out the connector.

2. Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner. Check
with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub.

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Cleaning the computer

To help ensure long, trouble-free operation, keep the computer free of dust
and use care with liquids around the computer.

■ Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer. If the computer does get

wet, turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry completely
before you turn it on again.

■ Clean the computer using a slightly damp (with water) cloth. You can

use glass cleaner on the LCD display screen. Spray a small amount of
cleaner on a soft, clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth.

Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any
part of it. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the
computer.

Moving the computer

The computer is designed for rugged durability. However, a few simple
precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble-free
operation.

■ Before moving the computer, it recommends changing the function of

HDD Protection. Refer to the section, Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

Protection, in this chapter.

■ Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer.

Check the HDD indicator on the computer.

■ If a CD/DVD is in the drives, remove it. Also make sure the disc tray is

securely closed.

■ Turn off the power to the computer.

■ Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the

computer.

■ Close the LCD display panel. Do not pick up the computer by its display

panel.

■ Before carrying your computer, shut down the computer, disconnect the

power cable and wait until the PC cools down. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in minor injury.

■ Always turn off the power when you move the computer. If the power

button has a lock, set it to the lock position. Also be careful not to
subject the computer to impact. Failure to follow this instruction could
result in damage to computer, computer failure or loss of data.

■ Never transport your computer with PC cards installed. This could

cause damage to your computer and/or PC card, resulting in product
failure.

■ Use the carrying case when transporting the computer.

■ When carrying your computer, be sure to hold it securely so that it does

not fall or hit anything.

■ Do not carry your computer by holding protruded portions.

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Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection

This computer has a function for reducing the risk of damage on hard disk
drive.

Using the acceleration sensor built in the computer, HDD Protection detects
vibration, shocks, and other such occurrences in the computer, and
automatically moves the HDD (Hard Disk Drive) head to the safe position to
reduce the risk of damage that could be caused to the disk by head-to-disk
contact.

■ This function does not guarantee that the hard disk drive will not be

damaged.

■ A secondary hard disk drive fitted to the computer is not supported by

the HDD protection function.

When vibration is detected, the following message is displayed, and the
icon in the notification area of the taskbar is changed to the protection
state. This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or
30 seconds pass. When vibration subsides, the icon returns to the normal
state.

HDD Protection Message

Taskbar Icon

State Icon Description

Normal HDD Protection is enabled.

Protection HDD Protection is active. The hard disk

drive head is in a safe position.

OFF HDD Protection is disabled.

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