Toshiba NB300, NB305, N440RD, N440BL User Manual
NB300 series User's Manual
TOSHIBA
NB300 series
User's Manual
Copyright
Disclaimer
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to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA NB300 series User’s Manual
First edition October 2009
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This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
NB300 Portable Personal Computers at the time of this manual’s
production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to
change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred
directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the
computer and the manual.
Trademarks
IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International
Business Machine Corporation.
Intel, Intel Atom are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel
Corporation.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows logo are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
DirectX, ActiveDesktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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Incorporated in the United States.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by
TOSHIBA under license.
ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation,
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of the SD Card Association.
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MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of the MultiMediaCard
Association.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
FCC information
FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to
this equipment. Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals
not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio
and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external
devices and the computer’s external monitor port, Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0) ports and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to
this equipment, not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized
by TOSHIBA could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC conditions
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Contact
Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618-1697
Telephone: (949) 583-3000
EU Conformity Statement
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked
with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European
standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC
Directive 2004/108/EC and/or R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
Responsible for CEmarking:
Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1 Shibaura 1-chome,
The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following
internet page:
http://epps.toshiba-teg.com/
Regulatory and agency labels may be located on the computer bottom or under
battery.
VCCI Class B Information
TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hammfelddamm 8,
41460 Neuss, Germany
Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001, Japan
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Canadian regulatory information (Canada only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations
provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.
Following information is only for EU-member states:
Disposal of products
The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be
collected and disposed of separately from household waste. Integrated
batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product. They will
be separated at the recycling centres.
The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after
August 13, 2005.
By participating in separate collection of products and batteries, you will
help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help
to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human
health.
For more detailed information about the collection and recycling
programmes available in your country, please visit our website
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or
the shop where you purchased the product.
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Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/or
accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household
waste.
If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead
3E+J&G
(Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or
cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.
By participating in separate collection of batteries, you will help to assure
the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
For more detailed information about the collection and recycling
programmes available in your country, please visit our website
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com) or contact your local city office or
the shop where you purchased the product.
This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region
where you purchased.
ENERGY STAR® Program
Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR
®
compliant. If the model you
purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the
computer and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed
this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency. Your computer ships with the power management options preset
to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment
and optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes.
To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep
mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of
inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this
and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate
at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep
mode by pressing the power button.
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU
Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY
STAR specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy depending
on how it is used.
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more
information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.
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Disposing of the computer and the computer’s batteries
■ Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations. For further information, contact your local government.
■ This computer contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the
batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need
to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be
illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.
■ Please be kind to our shared environment. Check with your local
government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries
or how to dispose of them properly. This product contains mercury.
Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please
contact your local government.
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Table of Contents
Copyright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
FCC information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
EU Conformity Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
VCCI Class B Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Canadian regulatory information (Canada only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Following information is only for EU-member states: . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
ENERGY STAR® Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi
Preface
Manual contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii
General Precautions
Provide adequate ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xv
Creating a computer-friendly environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Stress injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Heat injury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Pressure or impact damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Mobile phones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvii
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Utilities and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
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Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
USB Sleep and Charge function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Using the web camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Heat dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
TOSHIBA Password Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
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Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords
HW Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8 Optional Devices
Bridge media slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Additional memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Battery Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Universal AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
USB floppy diskette drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
USB optical disc drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes
CPU*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Memory (Main System)*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Battery Life*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
HDD drive capacity*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
LCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Graphics Processor Unit (GPU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Wireless LAN*7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Non-applicable Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Copy Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
USB Sleep and Charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Appendix A Specifications
Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Environmental requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Appendix B Display Controller
Display controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Supported frequency sub-bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
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Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message is displayed . . . . . . . . . . E-2
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA NB300 computer. This
powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability,
includes multimedia functionality, and is designed to provide years of
reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA NB300
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 read the Special
features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to this computer and carefully read HW Setup and
Passwords, If you are going to connect external devices such as a printer,
be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Manual contents
This manual is composed of the following chapters, appendixes, a glossary
and an index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on
using the Touch Pad, the web camera, the microphone, wireless
communication and LAN.
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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.
Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.
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 Footnotes 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.
Preface
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.
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Preface
ABC
When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon's name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
typeface you see to the left.
Display
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.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
Start
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The word "Start" refers to the " " button in
®
Windows
7.
General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Provide adequate ventilation
Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate
ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on
or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet (even if your
computer is in Sleep Mode). In this condition, observe the following:
■ Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object.
■ Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source, such as
an electric blanket or heater.
■ Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of
the computer.
■ Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface. Using your
computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents.
■ Always provide sufficient space around the computer.
■ Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure,
computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire, possibly resulting in serious
injury.
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Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area
from:
■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as
stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that can be caused by extensive keyboard use.
General Precautions
Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your
skin might suffer a low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the
material could become damaged.
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Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer's components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.
Mobile phones
Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.
General Precautions
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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 pre-installed by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer, taking care to save the box and packaging
materials for future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ TOSHIBA NB300 Portable Personal Computer
■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
■ Battery pack
Chapter 1
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Software
The following Windows® operating system and utility software are
pre-installed.
■ Windows
■ Bluetooth Driver
■ Display Drivers for Windows
■ TOSHIBA HWSetup
■ TOSHIBA Supervisor Password
■ LAN Driver
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ Sound Driver for Windows
■ Wireless LAN Driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA eco Utility
■ Online Manual
■ TOSHIBA NB300 series User's Manual (This manual)
®
7
TM
Introduction
Documentation
■ TOSHIBA NB300 Series User Information Guide
■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
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Features
Introduction
This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
Processor
Built-in Your computer is equipped with one processor
and processor type varies depending on model.
To check which type of processor is included in
your model, open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic
Tool Utility by clicking Start
TOSHIBA
J
Utilities J PC Diagnostic Tool.
J
All programs J
Legal Footnote (CPU)*1
For more information on the CPU, please refer to the Legal Footnotes
section in Chapter 10 or click the *1 above.
Chipset
Chipset Intel® NM10 Express Chipset .
Memory
Slot PC2-5300 (DDR2-667) or compatible 1GB or
2GB memory module can be installed in the
memory slot.
Maximum system memory size is 2GB.
Video RAM Video RAM capacity is shared with main memory
with the proportion being allocated using
Dynamic Video Memory Technology.
Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))*2
For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the
Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the *2 above.
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Disks
Introduction
Hard disk drive This computer supports SATA 3.0Gbps and is
■ Additional hard disk drive sizes may be introduced.
equipped with one of the following hard disk drive
(HDD) types. The capacity of each hard disk
drive model is different.
■ HDD
■ 160GB
■ 250GB
Please note that part of the hard disk drives
overall capacity is reserved as administration
space. Additional Hard Disk drive sizes may be
introduced.
Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)*4
For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity, please
refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the *4 above.
Keyboard
Built-in The internal keyboard provides the embedded
numeric overlay keys, dedicated cursor control
overlay keys, and Keys. The keyboard
is compatible with the IBM
Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
®
enhanced keyboard.
Pointing Device
Built-in Touch Pad The integrated Touch Pad and control buttons in
the palm rest allow control of the on-screen
pointer and support functions such as the
scrolling of windows.
Power
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
Legal Footnote (Battery life) *3
For more information regarding Battery life, please refer to the Disclaimer
section in Chapter 10 or click the *3 above.
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Introduction
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
and recharges the batteries when they are low. It
comes with a detachable power cord which will
either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.
As the AC adaptor is universal, it can receive a
range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts,
however you should note that the output current
varies among different models. Using the wrong
adaptor can damage your computer. Refer to the
AC adaptor section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Ports
External monitor This port provides 15-pin, analog VGA port. This
port allows you to connect an external monitor to
the computer.
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
The computer supports multiple Universal Serial
Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard.
The port with the ( ) has a USB Sleep and
Charge function.
Slots
Bridge media This slot lets you insert an SD™/SDHC™
memory card and MultiMediaCard™. Refer to
Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Multimedia
Sound system The integrated sound system provides support
for the computer's internal speakers and
microphone, also allowing an external
microphone and headphones to be connected
via the appropriate jacks.
Web Camera Web Camera is a device that allows you to
record video or take photographs with your
computer. You can use it for video chatting or
video conferences using a communication tool
such as Windows Live Messenger. TOSHIBA
Web Camera Application will help you to add
various video effects to your video or photograph.
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Introduction
Headphone jack This jack lets you connect speakers or a stereo
headphone. When you connect an external
speaker or headphones, the internal speaker is
automatically disabled.
Microphone jack A 3.5mm mini microphone jack enables
connection of a three-conductor mini jack for
stereo microphone input, and connection of a
stereo device for audio input.
Communications
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet
LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and
Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX).
Bluetooth
TM
Wireless LAN Some models are equipped with a Wireless LAN
Some models are equipped with Bluetooth
wireless communication function which
eliminates the need for cables between
electronic devices such as computers and
printers and mobile phones. When it is enabled,
Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area
network environment which is safe and
trustworthy, that is quick and easy to use.
module that is compatible with other LAN
systems based on Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing radio technology that complies with
the IEEE 802.11 Standard.
■ 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.
■ To enable or disable wireless communication, use the Hot Key FN+F8.
For more information see the Hot keys section in Chapter 5.
Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)*7
For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the Legal
Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the *7 above.
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Security
Introduction
Security lock slot Allows the connection of a security lock to anchor
the computer to a desk or other large object.
Software
The computer's internal display panel supports high-resolution video
graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.
Operating system Windows
Software section at the front of this chapter.
TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled
to make your computer more convenient to use.
Refer to the Utilities and Applications section in
this chapter.
Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the
computer or when you install a component, Plug
and Play capability enables the system to
recognize the connection and make the
necessary configurations automatically.
®
7 is available. Refer to the preinstalled
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Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use.
Access each function using the following procedures.
*1 To access the Power Options, click Start J Control Panel J System
and Security
Hot keys Hot keys are specific key combinations that let
J
Power Options.
you quickly change the system configuration
directly from the keyboard without running a
system program.
Introduction
Monitor automatic
power off
*1
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
computer's display panel when there is no
keyboard input for a specified time, with power
being restored the next time a key is pressed.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
HDD automatic
power off
*1
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a
specified time, with power being restored when
the hard disk drive is next accessed. This can be
specified in the Power Options.
System automatic
Sleep/Hibernation
*1
Mode
This feature automatically shuts down the system
into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when
there is no input or hardware access for a
specified time. This can be specified in the Power
Options.
Keypad overlay A ten-key numeric keypad is integrated into the
keyboard. Please refer to the Keypad overlay
section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for
information on using this feature.
Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.
Instant security A specific hot key function automatically locks the
system providing data security.
Intelligent power
supply
*1
A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent
power supply detects the battery's charge,
automatically calculates the remaining battery
capacity and protects electronic components
from abnormal conditions such as a voltage
overload from the AC adaptor. This can be
specified in the Power Options.
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Battery save mode
*1
This feature lets you configure the computer in
order to save battery power. This can be
specified in the Power Options.
Introduction
Low battery
automatic
Hibernation Mode
When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the
*1
system automatically enters Hibernation Mode
and shuts itself down. This can be specified in the
Power Options.
Heat dispersal
*1
To protect against overheating, the processor has
an internal temperature sensor so that, if the
computer's internal temperature rises to a certain
level, the cooling fan is turned on or the
processing speed is lowered. This can be
specified in the Power Options.
If the processor's temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with
either setting, the computer will automatically shut down to prevent any
damage - in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost.
TOSHIBA HDD
Protection
This feature which is for the hard disk drive
models uses the acceleration sensor built in the
computer to detect vibration, falls and shocks,
and automatically moves the hard disk drive’s
read/write head to a safe position in order to
reduce the risk of damage that could be caused
by head-to-disk contact. Refer to the Using the
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics for details.
The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard
disk drive will not be damaged.
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Introduction
Hibernation Mode This feature lets you turn off the power to the
computer without exiting from your software. The
contents of main memory are automatically
saved to the hard disk drive so that when you
next turn the power on again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for more details.
Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can use
this feature to allow you to turn off power to the
computer without exiting from your software. Data
is maintained in the computer's main memory so
that when you next turn on the power, you can
continue working right where you left off.
USB Wakeup
function
This function restores the computer from Sleep
Mode depending on the external devices
connected to the USB ports.
For example, if a mouse or USB keyboard is
connected to a USB port, moving the
mouse/keyboard will wakeup the computer.
The "USB Wakeup function" operates under
Windows
®
7 operating system and it works for all
USB ports.
TOSHIBA PC Health
Monitor
The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software
program monitors computer system functions
such as power consumption, the cooling system
and HDD Drop sensor. It alerts users of specific
system conditions via pop-up messages. It also
tracks the usage of the computer and related
devices, logging the service relevant information
on the computer's hard disk drive. Please refer to
the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor section in
Appendix E.
TOSHIBA HDD/SSD
Alert
The TOSHIBA HDD/SSD Alert includes wizard
functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating
status.
HW Setup This utility allows you to customize your hardware
settings according to the way you work with the
computer and the peripherals you use.
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TOSHIBA Value Added Package
Introduction
TOSHIBA Flash
Cards
TOSHIBA Power
Saver
TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility
TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool
The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way
to modify selected system functions and to
launch applications.
■ Hot key function
■ TOSHIBA utility launcher function
TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the
features of more various power supply
managements.
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom
factor associated with specific supported
applications.
The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display
basic system configuration information and allow
the functionality of some of the computer's built-in
hardware devices to be tested.
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Utilities and Applications
This section describes the pre-installed utilities that come with the
computer and details how to start them. For further information on their
operation, please refer to each utility's online manual, help files or
README.TXT file.
Introduction
TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that
TOSHIBA Disc
Creator
TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your
improve the ease and control of communication
devices and network connections, help in the
identification of communication problems and
allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch
between different locations and communication
networks. To access this utility, click Start
Programs J TOSHIBA J ConfigFree.
You can create CD's and DVD's in a number of
formats including audio CD's that can be played
on a standard CD player, and data CD's/DVD's
which can store copies of the files and folders on
your computer's hard disk drive. This software
can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi
drive.
To start this utility, click Start J All Programs J
TOSHIBA
Creator.
power savings by showing approximate real time
power consumption. Furthermore, it shows
approximate accumulated power consumption
and approximate accumulated power savings
when using eco mode daily, weekly, and monthly.
You can track power savings by using eco mode
continuously.
J
CD&DVD Applications J Disc
J
All
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Options
Introduction
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:
Memory kit PC2-5300 (DDR2-667) or compatible 1GB or
2GB memory module can easily be installed in
the computer.
Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for
use as either a spare or replacement. Please
refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-up Modes
for futher information.
AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than
one site, it may be convenient to purchase an
additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in
order to remove the need to always carry the
adaptor with you.
USB FDD The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates
either a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy diskette through
connection to one of the computer's USB ports.
In use, please be aware that, while you cannot
format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows
®
7, you are able to read and write to diskettes that
have already been formatted.
USB Optical Disc
The USB Optical Disc Drive can run CD/DVDs.
Drive
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