Toshiba NB 100 Series User Manual
TOSHIBA
NB 100 Series
User’s Manual
Copyright
Disclaimer
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laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to
the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA NB 100 series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition August 2008
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This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
NB 100 series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s
production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to
change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred
directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the
computer and the manual.
Trademarks
IBM is a registered trademark, and IBM PC and PS/2 are trademarks of
International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Intel SpeedStep and Intel Core and Centrino are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United S tates
and other countries/regions.
Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by
TOSHIBA under license.
Memory Stick is a registered trademark of SonyCorporation.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
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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 po rt, USB port, and
microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not
expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could
void the user’s authority to opera te the eq uipment.
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.
Contact
Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Boulevard
Irvine, California 92618-1697
Telephone: (949) 583-3000
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EU Declaration of Comformity
This product and - if applicable - the supplied accessories too are marked
with "CE" and comply therefore with the applicable harmonize d 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 CE marking: TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH, Hamfel
Manufacturer: Toshiba Corporation, 1-1 Shibaura 1-
The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following
internet page:
damm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-8001,
Japan.
http://epps.toshiba-teg.com/
VCCI Class B information
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-Causng Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.
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Following information is only valid 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 recycl ing
programmes available in your country, please visit our website
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com
the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumu lators
) or contact your local city office or
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
(Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive
Pb, Hg,Cd
(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 recycl ing
programmes available in your country, please visit our website
(http://eu.computers.toshiba-europe.com
the shop where you purchased the product.
This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region
where you purchased.
) or contact your local city office or
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 yo u will need
to replace them. Under certain a pplicable laws and regulation, it may be
illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.
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■ 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.
ENERGY STAR® Program
Your computer model may be ENERGY ST AR® 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
this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR
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 Suspend
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
Suspend Mode by pressing the power button.
Products that earn the ENERGY ST AR
by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EP A and the EU
Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the new ENERGY
STAR
depending on how it is used.
®
specifications will use between 20% and 50% less energy
®
Program and has designed
®
guidelines for energy
®
prevent greenhouse gas emissions
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more
®
information regarding the ENERGY STAR
Program.
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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Disks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Pointing device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Multimedia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
System indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Connecting the AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
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Opening the display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning on the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Shut down mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Hibernation mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Standby mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
System recovery options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Create optical recovery discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Restoring the preinstalled software from the recovery HDD. . . . . . 3-10
Restoring the preinstalled software from your creating recovery
media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
TOSHIBA Disc Creator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Data verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
How to learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Using the web camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Using the software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Wireless communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
BluetoothTM wireless technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Wireless communication switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Connecting LAN cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Disconnecting LAN cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Function keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Turning on the overlays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Numeric mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Temporarily using overlay (overlay off). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
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Temporarily changing modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Chapter 6 Power and Power-up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Battery indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Power indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Real Time Clock battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5
Monitoring battery capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Maximizing battery operating time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Retaining data with power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Extending battery life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Removing the battery pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Installing the battery pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
System auto off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11
Chapter 7 BIOS Setup and Passwords
Accessing BIOS Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Chapter 8 Optional Devices
Cards/Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Power devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Peripheral devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Other. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Bridge media card slot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Installing a SD/MS/MS Pro Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Removing a SD/MS/MS Pro Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Memory expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Installing memory module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Removing memory module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
SIM card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Installing a SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Removing the SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
USB FDD Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
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External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Chapter 9 T roubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Preliminary checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Analyzing the problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
System start-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Self test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
LCD panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-6
Hard disk drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Pointing device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
SD/MS/MS Pro Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11
USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11
Standby/Hibernation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11
LAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Bluetooth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
TOSHIBA support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Before you call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-13
Where to write. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
Chapter 10 Disclaimers
CPU*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Memory (main system)*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Battery life*3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
HDD drive capacity*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
LCD*5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Graphics Processor Unit (GPU)*6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Wireless LAN*7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Non-applicable icons*8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Copy protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
USB Sleep and Charge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller
Appendix C Wireless LAN
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Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA NB 100 series computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is desig ned to provide
years of reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells you how to set up and begin using your NB 100 series
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 the computers and carefully read BIOS Setup and
Passwords, If you are going to install SIM card,or 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 touchpad, the web camera, the microphone, wireless
communication and LAN.
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 comp uter’s
power resources and battery save modes.
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Chapter 7, BIOS Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the
computer using the BIOS 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 Disclaimers, 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.
Preface
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parenthesis 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 ic on s to ide n ti fy th e components it is providing in fo rmation
on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key to p 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 When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon
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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
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.
Preface
computer that appear on its display screen are presented in
the typeface you see to the left.
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.
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 anelectric blanket or heate r.
■ 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.c
■ 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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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 preinstalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packaging materials for
future use.
Chapter 1
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ NB 100 series Portable Personal Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
■ Battery pack (is pre-installed in some models)
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Software
Windows XP Home Service Pack 3
The following software is preinstalled:
Introduction
■ Microsoft® Windows XP Home
■ Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models)
■ LAN Driver
■ Pointing Device Driver
■ Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)
■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA Recovery Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA 3G RF Power Control Utility (Can be used only for 3G
models)
■ TOSHIBA User’s Manual
Documentation
Features
Processor
■ TOSHIBA NB 100 Series User’s Manual (This manual)
■ User Information Guide
■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
■ End User License Agreement
This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:
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, clicking [St a rt] - [Control Panel] -
[Performance and Maintenance] - [System],
and check the CPU information.
CPU*1
For more information regarding CPU, please refer to the Disclaimer
section in Chapter 10 or click the *1 above.
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Memory
Introduction
Slots
PC2-5300/ PC6400 512 MB or 1 GB memory
module can be installed in the memory slot of all
model:
®
Mobile Intel
945GSE Express Chipset model
Maximum system memory size and speed
depend on the model you purchased. The actual
amount of useable system memory will be less
than the installed memory modules.
PC2-6400/PC2-5300 memory modules work as PC2-4200 speed on
945GSE Express chipset.
Video RAM Depending on the model you purchased.
Mobile Intel® 945GSE Express Chipset
Video RAM capacity shares with main memory,
Disks
and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video
Memory Technology.
Memory (main system)*2
For more information regarding Memory (Main System), please refer to the
Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *2 above.
Hard disk drive
(HDD)
The computer has one or two integrated, 2 1/2"
hard disk drive(s) for nonvolatile storage of data
and software (depending on the model you
purchased). It comes in the following sizes.
■ 80 GB
■ 120 GB
■ 160 GB
Additional Hard Disk drive or Solid State Disk
sizes may be introduced.
HDD drive capacity*4
For more information regarding Hard disk drive capacity, please refer to
the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *4 above.
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Keyboard
Built-in 80 keys, compatible with IBM® enhanced
Pointing device
Introduction
keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated
cursor control, and keys. See Chapter
5, The Keyboard, for details.
Power
Built-in
Battery pack
Battery life*3
For more information regarding Battery life, please refer to the Disclaimer
section in Chapter 10 or click the *3 above.
RTC battery
AC adaptor
A touchpad and control buttons in the palm rest
enable control of the on-screen pointer.
The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts.
Ports
Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.
Microphone Enables connection of a microphone.
External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port.
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
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Three Universal Serial Bus (USB) enable a chain
connection of USB-equipped devices to your
computer through the ports. The ports with the
icon ( ) has USB Sleep and Charge function
and also support USB 1.1.
Slots
Introduction
Bridge media card slot This slot lets you easily transfer data from
devices, such as digital cameras and Personal
Digital Assistants, that use flash memory
(SD/MS/MS Pro memory cards)
See Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details.
SIM card slot
Multimedia
Web camera Record/Send still or video images with this
Sound system
Communications
LAN
This slot allows you to install a SIM card to
expand functionality.
See Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details.
(Provided with some models)
integrated web camera. (Provided with some
models)
Sound System provides internal speaker as well
as jacks for an external microphone and headphone.
The computer is equipped with a LAN that
supports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T)
and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASETX). It is preinstalled as a standard device in
some markets.
Wireless LAN
Wireless LAN*7
For more information regarding Wireless LAN, please refer to the
Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *7 above.
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Some computers in this series are equipped with
a Wireless LAN 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.
(Provided with some models)
Introduction
Wireless WAN
Bluetooth
Security
Security lock slot Connects a security lock to anchor the computer
Some computers in this series are equipped with
Wireless WAN function. Wireless WAN provides
the high speed data service, the speed generally
above several hundred kbps. And Wireless WAN
service also can simultaneously transmit the
sound (telephone conversation) and the data
message (the email, the immedia te
communication and so on).
(Provided with some models)
Some computers in this series are equipped with
Bluetooth functions. BluetoothTM wireless
technology eliminates the need for cables
between electronic devices such as computers
and printers. Bluetooth
TM
provides fast, reliable,
and secure wireless communication in a small
space.
to a desk or other large object.
Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use..
Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
Display automatic
power off
HDD automatic
power off
System automatic
standby/hibernation
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a time specified. Power is restored when any
key is pressed.
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.
This feature automatically shuts down the system
in standby mode or hibernation mode when there
is no input or hardware access for a time specified.
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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 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 remainin g ba tt e r y capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC
adaptor.
Battery save mode
Panel power on/off
This feature allows you to save battery power.
This feature turns power to the computer off when
the display panel is closed and turns it back on
when the panel is opened.
Low battery
automatic
hibernation mode
When battery power is exhausted to the power
that computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters Hibernation and
shuts down.
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
CPU processing speed will lower half.
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without
exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk, when you
turn on the power again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details
Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn
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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.
Utilities
Introduction
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operation, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme.txt files.
TOSHIBA DVD
PLAYER
TOSHIBA ConfigFree
TOSHIBA
Disc Creator
This software is provided for playback of DVD
Video.
(This software is preinstalled with CD-RW/DVDROM drive model or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL)
drive model)
ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy
control of communication devices and network
connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find
communication problems and create profiles for
easy switching between location and
communication networks.
You can boot ConfigFree from the menu bar as
follows.
[St art] - [All Programs] - [T OSHIBA] -[Networking]
- [ConfigFree]
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 folderson your hard disk drive.
This software can be used on a model with CDRW/DVD-ROM drive, and DVD Super Multi drive.
You can boot TOSHIBA Disc Creator from the
menu bar as follows.
[Start] - [All Programs] - [TOSHIBA] - [CD&DVD
Applications] - [Disc Creator]
TOSHIBA Bluetooth
Stack
This software enables communication between
remote Bluetooth devices.
(depending on the
model you purchased)
Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module
installed.
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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
PC2-5300/ PC2-6400 512 MB or 1 GB memory
module can be installed in the memory slot of all
models:
Mobile Intel
®
945GSE Express Chipset model
Maximum system memory size and speed
depend on the model you purchased. The actual
amount of useable system memory will be less
than the installed memory modules.
PC2-5300/PC2-6400 memory modules work as PC2-4200 speed on
945GSE Express chipset.
Battery Pack An additional battery pack 4 cell T ype can be
purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The
battery pack is identical to the one that came with
your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement.
Universal AC
adaptor
If you use your computer at more than one site, it
may be convenient to purchase an additional AC
adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry
the adaptor with you.
USB FDD Kit The USB floppy disk drive accommodate s eith er
a 1.44MB or 720KB floppy disk through
connection to one of the computer’s USB ports.
Security lock A slot is available to attach a security cable to the
computer to deter theft.
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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.
Non-applicable icons*8
For more information regarding Non-applicable icons, please refer to the
Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the *8 above.
Front with the display closed
Chapter 2
Figure 2-1 shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed
position.
BUILT-IN MICROPHONE
HEADPHONE JACK
MICROPHONE JACK
Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed
Microphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables
connection of a microphone or other device for
audio input.
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The Grand Tour
Headphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables
connection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm
minimum) or other device for audio output. When
you connect headphones, the internal speaker is
automatically disabled.
Left side
Built-in
microphone
Record monaural sounds into your applications.
(Provided with some models)
Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side.
SECURITY LOCK SLOT
Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer
Universal serial
bus (USB 2.0)
ports
The universal serial bus (USB) port comply with
USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data
transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1
standards. The ports with the icon ( ) has USB
Sleep and Charge function and also support USB
1.1.
USB PORT
Security lock slot A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of
the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit,
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of
all USB devices that are avai lable. In view of th is it may be noted that som e
functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly.
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security cable anchors your computer to a desk or
other large object to deter theft.
Right side
The Grand Tour
Figure 2-3 shows the computer’s right side .
SIM CARD SLOT*
BRIDGE MEDIA CARD SLOT
*D
EPENDING ON THE MODEL YOU PURCHASED
Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer
bridge media card
slot
FAN VENT
This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices,
such as digital camera and PDA, thatuse flash
USB PORTS
memory. (SD/MS/MS Pro memory cards)
SIM card slot The computer provides a SIM card slot on right side,
which allows you to install an additional SIM card.
(Provided with some models)
Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan.
Universal serial
bus (USB 2.0)
ports
The two universal serial bus (USB) ports comply
with USB Serial 2.0 standards, which enables data
transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1
standards. The ports with the icon ( ) has USB
Sleep and Charge function and also support USB
1.1.
Keep foreign metal objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, out of
the USB connectors. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit,
which can cause damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of
all USB devices that are avai lable. In view of th is it may be noted that som e
functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly.
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Back side
The Grand Tour
Figure 2-4 shows the computer’s back side.
EXTERNAL MONITOR PORT
External monitor
port
Figure 2-4 The computer’s back side
This 15-pin port allows you to connect an external
monitor.
LAN JACK
DC IN 19V
LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor
has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s,
10BASE-T), or Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s,
100BASE-TX).
DC IN 19V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only
the model of AC adaptor that comes with the
computer. Using the wrong adaptor can damage
your computer.
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