Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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Model: Satellite M60/M65 Series
Recordable and/or ReWritable Drive(s) and
Associated Software Warranty
The computer system you purchased may include Recordable and/or
ReWritable optical media drive(s) and associated software, among the most
advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology,
you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable
user guides and/or manuals enclosed or provided electronically. If you fail
to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or
suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS,
INC. (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT
WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE
UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA,
ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO
RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS,
PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA, NETWORK SYSTEMS OR
REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING
FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY THEREOF.
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Protection of Stored Data
For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data
stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible
failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR
LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF
THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE
DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER
DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR
TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM
WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR
TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE
FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.
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Critical Applications
The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.”
“Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications,
connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear
facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to
injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage.
ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS
DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL
APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A
CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME
FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.
FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity
Information”
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
❖Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
❖Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
❖Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
❖Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to
this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not
recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and
the computer's parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port
port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment
not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
❖This device may not cause harmful interference.
❖This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Contact either:
❖Toshiba’s Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com
❖Or call the Toshiba Global Support Centre:
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273
Industry Canada Requirement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003
du Canada.
FCC Requirements
❖The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and
refers to internal modems.
❖This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the
bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other
information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence
number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, the information must
be provided to the telephone company.
❖The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack
called the USOC RJ11C.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and
telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and
requirements adopted by the ACTA. It is designed to be connected to a
compatible modular jack that is also compliant.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be
connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may
result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but
not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of
the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the
total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved
after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier
that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the
## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For
earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.
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Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state
public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.
Telephone Company Procedures
The goal of the telephone company is to provide you with the best service it
can. In order to do this, it may occasionally be necessary for them to make
changes in their equipment, operations or procedures. If these changes
might affect your service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone
company will give you notice, in writing, to allow you to make any changes
necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
If Problems Arise
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of
service may be required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the
telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you
will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or limited warranty
information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America
Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the
Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing
harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that
you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
Disconnection
If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its
present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any
person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax
machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a
margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of
the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the
business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the
telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or
individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or
any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance
transmission charges.)
Regulatory information
In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the
fax software instructions installed on this computer.
Alarm Equipment
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the
telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable
your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm
equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment
1NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment
Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions
may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to
this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
2The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar
to the following:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the
label affixed to your computer.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each
terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination
on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to
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the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the
devices does not exceed 5.
3The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.
Wireless Interoperability
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be
interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct
Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
❖The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B/G), as
defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers.
❖The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the Wi-Fi
Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
Bluetooth® and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio
frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth
and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally
experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your
network connection.
If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your
Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device.
Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in
the United States for more information.
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to
5.25 GHz frequency range.
Wireless LAN and Your Health
Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN
devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted
by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.
Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in
radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA
believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and
recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and
result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who
continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
Regulatory information
In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be
restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of
the organization. These situations may for example include:
❖Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board airplanes, or
❖In any other environment where the risk of interference to other
devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices
in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are
encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to
turning on the equipment.
Regulatory Information
The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the
user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with
the following radio frequency and safety standards.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
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The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located
or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada
limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from
Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be
co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this
device.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions
suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du
dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu,
même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement
du dispositif.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended
to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum
shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is
subject to licensing.
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Regulatory information
Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant
l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin
des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel
(ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet
d'une licence.
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz
to 5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be
used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and
5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with
and/or damage this device.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:
❖EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment.
❖ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment.
❖ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
English:Hereby, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares
that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Finnish:Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin
1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden
ehtojen mukainen.
Dutch:Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat
het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële
eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company dat deze
Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige
relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
French:Par la présente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/
CE.
Par la présente, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
déclare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui
sont applicables.
Regulatory information
Swedish:Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company att
denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga
egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av
direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Danish:Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de
væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF
German:Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company, dass
sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften
der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)
Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company die
Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten
Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)
Greek:
Italian:Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company
dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali
ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Spanish:Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network
Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos
esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la
Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Portuguese:TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este
Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras
disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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USA – Federal Communications Commission
(FCC)
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices
in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:
❖This device may not cause harmful interference.
❖This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused
by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA
Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of
connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.
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The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification,
substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is
far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the
TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that
the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In
normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15
GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide
no access to the end user.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes
with those products for additional information.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz
to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors
for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.
High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to 5.35 GHz and
5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/
or damage this device.
The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an
802.11a device.
Taiwan
Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the
original design.
Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect
aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event
interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be
immediately discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed
only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against
interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and
medical radio emission electric machinery.
Using This Equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for
second generation low-power data communication systems such as this
equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises
radio station and specified low-power radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
(3)
(1) (2)
2.4DSOF4
(4)
Regulatory information
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12.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
2DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.
OF: This equipment uses OFDM modulation.
3The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m.
4This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from
2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz.
It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.
3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
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Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and
the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the
device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system
radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications
Business Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on
the computer
JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT
Approval Number: D01-1128JP
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018,
03GZDA0017
The following restrictions apply:
❖Do not disassemble or modify the device.
❖Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
❖5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only
Radio Approvals for Wireless Devices
The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in
your computer.
Approved Countries/Regions for Use for the Atheros
AR5BMB-43/44 Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions
in the following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
This device works on passive scan only.
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.
Europe - Restrictions for Use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in
European Community Countries
België/
Belgique:
Deutschland:License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for
France:Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454
Italia:License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not
Nederland:License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for
For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than
300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to
IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public
grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please
contact IBPT/BIPT.
Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand
kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik
over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig.
Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.
Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour
une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un
enregistrement auprès de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et
licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.
procedure to follow.
Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht
genehmigungspflichtig.Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise
abstimmen.
MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact
A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow.
Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz
respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits extérieur en France. Vous
pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations
(http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.
allowed.
E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno.
Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.
procedure to follow.
Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op
Europe - Restrictions for Use of 5 GHz Frequencies in
European Community Countries
European Community
Countries
AustriaOxx
Belgium, France,
Switzerland/Lichtenstein
Denmark, Finland,
Germany, Greece,
Ireland, Italy,
Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway,
Portugal, Sweden, UK
Iceland, SpainOOO
5150-5250 MHz
Channels: 36, 40, 44,
48
Indoor Only
OOx
OOO
5250-5350 MHz
Channels: 52, 56, 60,
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Indoor Only
5470-5725 MHz
Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,
116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140
Indoor/Outdoor
O: allowed ×: forbidden
❖To remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for
Wireless LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel
limitations apply. The user should use the wireless LAN utility to
check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring
outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must
cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the
local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network.
❖The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any
European Community country.
❖This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in
the 5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides
a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless
LAN Access Point.
Regulatory information
❖This device must be used with Access Points that have employed and
activated a radar detection feature required for European Community
operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of
the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any
radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result
in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’s
radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free
of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible
for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly
configured for European Community operation.
Approved Countries/Regions for Use for the Atheros
AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless Network Adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions
in the following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
This device works on passive scan only.
A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.
Approved Countries/Regions for Use for the Toshiba
Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions
in the following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
Australia Austria Belgium
Canada Denmark Finland
FranceGermanyGreece
Hong KongIcelandIreland
ItalyJapanLiechtenstein
LuxembourgMalaysiaNetherlands
New ZealandNorwayPhilippines
PortugalSingaporeSpain
SwedenSwitzerlandThailand
UKUSA
Regulatory information
Approved Countries/Regions for Use for the
INPROCOMM IPN2220 Wireless Network Adapter
This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions
in the following table.
Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following
table.
EU CanadaJapan
USAAustraliaNew Zealand
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Interoperability
Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any
product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency
Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:
❖Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth
Special Interest Group.
❖Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group.
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Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and
TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth products with all
PCs and/or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than
TOSHIBA portable computers.
Always use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web
site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in
Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless
LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If
you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from
TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside
of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/
43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact
TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/
computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.toshiba.com in the
United States for more information.
Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency
range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN
devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal
network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should
experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or
Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://
www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or
pcsupport.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.
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Regulatory information
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology and Your Health
The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit
radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices
with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the
electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile
phones.
Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the
guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations,
TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers.
These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific
community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists
who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.
In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology
may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives
of the organization. These situations may for example include:
❖Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board
airplanes, or
❖In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or
services is perceived or identified as harmful.
If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a
specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for
authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to
turning on the equipment.
Regulatory Statements
This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/
region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the
following:
European Union (EU) and EFTA
This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been
provided with the CE mark accordingly.
Canada – Industry Canada (IC)
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.”
L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1)
il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à
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accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est
susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.
The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
FCC Interference Statement
This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference, and
•This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this
equipment.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below
the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth Card
from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human
contact during normal operation is minimized.
In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines
for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to
be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna distance of
20 cm.
Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that
comes with those products for additional information.
The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency
exposure limits.
Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA in such a
manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.
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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.
Taiwan
Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency
electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the
frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the
original design.
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Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect
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aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event
interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be
immediately discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed
only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference.
The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio
communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and
regulations.
Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference
from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio
emission electric machinery.
Using this Equipment in Japan
In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second
generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment
overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and
specified low-power radio station).
1. Sticker
Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.
2. Indication
The indication shown below appears on this equipment.
(3)
(1) (2)
2.4FH1
(4)
12.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.
2FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.
3The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.
4This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to
2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object
identification systems.
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3. TOSHIBA Direct PC
Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100
Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916
Fax: 03-5444-9450
Device Authorization
This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it
belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication
system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.
The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS
TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER
Approval Number: 01NYDA1305
The following restrictions apply:
❖Do not disassemble or modify the device.
❖Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.
DVD-ROM and multi-function drive safety
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instructions
The DVD-ROM and multi-function drives employ a laser system. To ensure
proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
retain for future reference.
Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive,
Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also
be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always
contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is
required.
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Location of the required label
(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may
vary.)
This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user’s guide carefully and
keep it for your future reference.
Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW
drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You
would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in
serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any
repair or adjustment is required.
Copyright
This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be
reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No
patent liability is assumed, however, with respect to the use of the
information contained herein.
This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the
approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export,
directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration
Regulations is prohibited.
Notice
The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any
product specifications, is subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO
WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO
ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY
FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY
FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES
BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT
SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES,
WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE,
ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR
ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE
THEREOF.
Trademarks
Satellite and Noteworthy are registered trademarks, and FreedomWare and
SmartMedia are trademarks, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
and/or Toshiba Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Dolby - Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/
Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.
Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and
any use of such marks by Toshiba is under license. Other trademarks and
trade names are those of their respective owners.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
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Computer Disposal Information
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated
due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling
information, please contact your local government or the Electronic
Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.
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Introduction
Introduction
Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia
computers!
You will find that the Microsoft
system is already installed on your computer. It offers
exciting features and easy Internet access.
Some software may differ from its retail version (if
available), and may not include user manuals or all program
functionality.
This guide
This guide offers important information about your computer,
including solutions to the most common problems, and
features and specifications.
For more detailed information, descriptions of other features,
and more extensive troubleshooting guidelines, see the
electronic user’s guide preinstalled on your system. It is also
available on the Web at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
Safety icons
This guide contains safety instructions that must be observed
in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in
personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data.
These safety cautions have been classified according to the
seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these
instructions as follows:
®
Windows® XPoperating
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Provides important information.
Other icons used
Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational
information:
TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about
the computer.
HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.
DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the
text.
Other documentation
Your computer comes with the following documentation in
addition to this resource guide:
❖An electronic version of the user’s guide.
❖It may also contain guides for other programs that may
come with your system.
For accessory information, visit Toshiba's Web site at
accessories.toshiba.com.
Setting up your computer and getting started
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Setting up your computer and getting started
The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort, that
shipped with your computer, contains helpful information for
setting up your work environment and tips for working
comfortably throughout the day.
Precautions
Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and
ease of use and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should
observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of
personal injury or damage to the computer.
❖Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or
surface of the computer.
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Setting up your computer and getting started
Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and
never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture.
Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire,
resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities
should accidentally occur, immediately:
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer.
3. Remove the battery pack.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or
permanent damage to the computer.
Do not turn on the power again, until you have taken the computer to
an authorized service center.
If you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop
immediately and rest. Continuous operation for long periods without
adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or
other part of the body. If pain persists despite rest, consult your
doctor.
PC base and palm rest can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to
prevent heat injury to skin.
Read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort.
Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of
a PC Card can result in errors or instability in its operation.
Before you remove a PC Card, always wait for it to cool. You could
get burned removing a hot PC Card.
Never place a heavy object on the computer and be careful not to
drop a heavy object onto the computer. It could damage the
computer or cause system failure.
Setting up your computer and getting started
Your computer’s features and specifications
Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all
possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your
selected model may not have all the features and
specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches
shown on the notebook chassis, unless you have selected all
those features.
This information applies to all the features and icons
described in this guide.
Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that
may come on your computer:
Sample system icons
Connecting the AC adapter
The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from an
AC outlet and to charge the computer’s batteries. The AC
power light on the computer glows when the device is
plugged in.
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Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket.
Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may
damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock,
possibly resulting in serious injury.
When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the
steps in the exact order as described in the User’s Guide. Connecting
the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step;
otherwise, the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical
charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when
touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal
parts.
Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your
computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid
any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an
incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the computer,
possibly resulting in serious injury.
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Setting up your computer and getting started
AC adapter
Power cord/cable
AC adapter cord
Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter
To connect AC power to the computer:
1Connect the power cord/cable to the AC adapter.
Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the AC adapter
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a
chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
2Plug the AC adapter into the DC-IN on the back of the
computer.
Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer
3Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.
The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green.
Never tamper with the power cable or plug; never splice or alter a
power cable; never bend or twist a power cable; never place heavy
objects on a power cable; never place a power cable near a heat
source; never run a power cable through a pinch point such as a
door or window; never use nails, staples or similar objects to fasten
or attach cord in place; never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC
adapter or a Battery Charger. Doing any of the above may damage the
cables, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in
serious injury.
Never attempt to connect or disconnect a power plug with wet hands.
Failure to follow this instruction could result in an electric shock,
possibly resulting in serious injury.
Connecting a printer
Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer
software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If
you do not install the software as instructed by the printer
manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.
Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.
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You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer
through one of the USB ports. To determine if the printer is
USB-compatible, check its documentation. If it is USBcompatible, you can connect the printer while the computer is
on.
To make the connection, you need a suitable USB cable,
which may come with your printer. If a USB cable was not
included with your printer, you can purchase one from a
computer or electronics store.
If your printer supports Plug and Play, your computer will
automatically recognize the printer when it is connected; the
printer is then ready for use. Refer to your printer
documentation for further instructions.
If your printer does not support Plug and Play, you must set
up the printer as described in “Setting up a printer” in the
electronic user’s guide.
TECHNICAL NOTE: To determine if your printer supports Plug and
Play, check its documentation.
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Setting up your computer and getting started
To connect a USB printer to your computer:
1Connect the printer cable to the printer and then connect
the other end to one of the computer’s USB ports.
2Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.
See your printer documentation for additional configuration
steps, or see “Setting up a printer” in the electronic user’s
guide.
Installing additional memory (optional)
HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories
information packaged with your system or visit
accessories.toshiba.com.
Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of
today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the
computer’s memory if you use complex software or process
large amounts of data.
Additional memory comes in various capacities. To stay
current on the most recent software and hardware options for
your computer, and for other product information, be sure to
regularly check the Toshiba Web site at
accessories.toshiba.com.
Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory
module slots on the base of the computer. You will need a
standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver for this procedure.
To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips
No. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.
Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may
damage the computer, the module, or both.
The computer has two memory module slots — Slot A and
Slot B. You can install one or two memory modules.
Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer
using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module
while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode, data will be
lost.
If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step
3.
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1If the computer is on, click Start, Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer window appears.
2Click Turn O ff.
The operating system turns off the computer.
3Unplug and remove any cables connected to the
computer, including the AC adapter cord/cable.
4Remove the battery (see “Removing the battery from the
computer” on page 43).
5Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down to locate the memory module slot cover.
Memory module
slot cover
Sample base of the computer
6Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the
screw that secures the memory module slot cover.
Sample unscrewing the memory module slot cover
7Remove the memory module slot cover.
8Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you
can retrieve them later.
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Setting up your computer and getting started
Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle
the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static
electricity you may have built up.
To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its
pin connector on the side you insert into the computer.
9Remove the new memory module from its antistatic
packaging.
10 Insert the memory module into the socket on the
underside of the computer.
Sample inserting the memory module into the slot
11 Hold the memory module by its edges so that the gold
connector bar faces the slot, at a slight angle to the
socket.
Sample inserting the memory module into the socket
12 Check that the module is lined up with the socket clips.
Sample aligning the module in the socket
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13 Gently press down on the memory module connector
until the clips snap into place.
Sample pressing down on the memory module connector until the
clips snap into place
Do not force the memory module into position. The
memory module should be level when secured in place.
The clips on either side of the memory module will click
to secure the memory module.
Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the
computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory
access problems.
14 Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the
screw.
15 Turn the computer over and restart it.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module
installed for the computer to work.
Removing a memory module
To remove the memory module:
1Complete steps 1-6 in “Installing additional memory
(optional)” on page 32 to shut down the computer and
open the memory module slot cover.
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Your computer’s TFT display
Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on.
You can damage the computer and the device.
Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby
mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and
data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby
configuration will not be saved.
The following message appears when you turn on the power:
Warning: Resume Failure
Press Any Key To Continue
If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following:
Press the power button and hold it down for at least ten seconds,
then turn the power on again.
2Pull the clips away from the memory module.
The memory module pops partially out of the slot.
3Carefully remove the module from the slot.
4Replace the memory module slot cover and tighten the
screw.
5Turn the computer over and restart it.
TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module
installed for the computer to work.
Your computer’s TFT display
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when
you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely
large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is
manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small
bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic
characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a
period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer,
the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an
intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the
computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim
and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the
screen while on battery power.
Inserting PC Cards
Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that
comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before
you insert it.
You may insert one Type I or Type II card into the computer’s
PC Card slot. This slot contains a spacekeeper insert to keep
dust and dirt out of the computer. If you are not using a PC
Card, leave the insert in place. If you are using a PC Card,
remove the insert and keep it in a safe place for future use.
To insert a PC Card:
1Turn off the computer.
You may also hot swap a PC Card. Stop the PC Card by
clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the
System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is safe to
remove.
2Locate the PC Card slot on the right side of your
computer.
3Insert the PC Card.
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Sample inserting a PC Card
4When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push
firmly but gently to ensure a good connection with the
computer. Do not force the card into position.
Removing PC Cards
Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware
icon on the System tray. After the PC Card is stopped, it is
safe to remove.
1Locate the PC Card eject button.
2Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it, and push
it in to remove the PC Card.
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Learning the basics
The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot.
3Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the
slot.
Sample removing a PC Card
Hot swapping
One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can
replace one PC Card with another while the computer is on.
This is called “hot swapping.”
Hot swapping precautions
Although you can insert a PC Card at any time, remember not
to remove a card while it is in use. If you remove a PC Card
while it is in use, you could lose valuable information.
For example:
❖Never remove a hard disk card while the system is
accessing it.
❖Never remove a network card while you are connected to
a network.
❖Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices
connected to it are operating.
Before removing a PC Card, stop it by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray.
Learning the basics
Computing tips
❖Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until
you save it to the disk. If the network you are using goes down
and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or if your
battery runs out of charge while you are working, you will
lose all work since you last saved.
Learning the basics
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that you can
turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset
intervals. See your software documentation for details.
❖
Back up your files to disks (or other removable storage
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media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies
clearly and store them in a safe place.
It is easy to put off backing up because it takes time.
However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose
all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
❖Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to
conserve disk space and improve performance.
❖Scan all new files for viruses. This precaution is
especially important for files that you receive via diskette
or email, or that you download from the Internet.
❖Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries
and eyestrain.
❖Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light
indicates a drive is active.
Turning off the computer while it is reading from or
writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.
❖Before turning off the computer, use the Turn off
computer command or Standby command. See
“Powering down the computer” in the electronic user’s
guide to learn more about Standby.
Using the TouchPad
The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in
front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch and enables you to
move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move
your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like
to move the cursor:
❖To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your
finger forward on the TouchPad.
❖To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your
finger toward yourself.
❖To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide
your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.
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Moving the computer
❖To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to
left.
Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen,
moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move
your finger several times across the TouchPad in the preferred
direction.
Once you have positioned your cursor, you can click it into
place by either double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the
control buttons.
Scrolling with the TouchPad
There are two active regions on the TouchPad that allow you
to scroll as you would with any wheel device on a mouse or
trackball.
To scroll vertically, run your finger up or down along the right
edge of the TouchPad. To scroll horizontally, run your finger
along the bottom edge of the TouchPad. This feature can be
disabled or changed in the Mouse Properties dialog box.
Control buttons
When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move
the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary
(left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button
twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually
corresponds to the left mouse button.
The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on
the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right
mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find
whether it uses the right mouse button.
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Moving the computer
Before moving your computer, even across the room, make
sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use light stops
glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.
Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back
(where the ports are located). Doing so could damage the system.
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Running the computer on battery power
The computer contains a removable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
battery pack that provides power when you are away from an
AC outlet. This is the main battery. You can recharge it many
times.
Battery life may vary considerably from specifications
depending on product model, configuration, applications,
power management settings and features utilized, as well as
the natural performance variations produced by the design of
individual components. Published battery life numbers are
achieved on select models and configurations tested by
Toshiba at the time of publication. See “Detailed Specs” for
specific battery measurement test. Recharge time varies
depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer
is consuming full power.
After a period of time, the battery will lose its ability to
perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced.
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery
pack, see the accessories information that shipped with your
computer or visit the Toshiba web site at
www.accessories.toshiba.com.
To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity,
operate the computer on battery power at least once a month
until the battery is fully discharged. Refer to “Maximizing
battery life” on page 45 for procedures. If the computer is
continuously operated on AC power, either through an AC
adapter or a docking station (if applicable to your system), for
an extended period (more than a month), the battery may fail
to retain a charge. This may shorten the life of the battery, and
the battery light may not indicate a low-battery condition.
The computer also has an internal real-time-clock (RTC)
battery.
The RTC battery powers the RTC memory that stores your
system configuration settings and the current time and date
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information. It maintains this information for up to a month
while the computer is turned off.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the
computer is turned off, even if the AC adapter is attached.
The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on.
The RTC battery may have become completely discharged
while your computer was shipped, resulting in the following
message during startup:
BAD RTC BATTERY
BADCHECKSUM (CMOS)
CHECK THE SYSTEM
This message may vary by model.
The RTC battery does not charge when the computer is turned off
even if the AC adapter is attached.
Monitoring battery power
The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of
the main battery’s current charge:
❖Green indicates the AC adapter has fully charged the
battery.
❖Amber indicates the AC adapter is charging the battery.
❖Off indicates that the battery is not being charged.
Battery life and charge time may vary, depending upon power
management settings, applications and features used.
Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using
❖
battery power, and the battery’s charge is running low.
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light () with the on/off
light
(). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the
system is suspended (using Windows® XP Standby command).
Setting battery alarms
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the
battery is running low. For more information, see “What to do
when the battery alarm sounds” in the electronic user’s guide.
Changing the main battery
When your battery power has run out of power, you have two
options: plug in the AC Adapter or install a fresh main
battery.
Never short circuit the battery pack by either accidentally or
intentionally bringing the battery terminals in contact with another
conductive object. This could cause serious injury or fire, and could
also damage the battery pack.
Never expose a battery pack to abnormal shock, vibration or
pressure. The battery pack's internal protective device could fail,
causing it to overheat or ignite resulting in caustic liquid leakage, or
explosion or fire, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure
to save your work often.
Removing the battery from the computer
1Save your work.
2Shut down and turn off the computer.
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3Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4Turn the computer over.
5If the battery release lock is in the locked position, slide it
toward the unlocked position.
Sample battery release lock
6Pull the discharged battery out of the computer.
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Sample removing the discharged battery
If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective
gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of
used battery packs in compliance with all applicable laws and
regulations. Put insulating tape, such as cellophane tape, on the
electrode during transportation to avoid a possible short circuit, fire
or electric shock. Failure to do so could possibly result in serious
injury.
Inserting a charged battery
1Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean
cloth to ensure a good connection.
2Insert the charged battery into the slot until the latch
clicks.
The battery pack has been designed so that you cannot
install it with reverse polarity.
If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery
release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the
battery into position.
3Reset the battery release lock to the locked position.
4Turn the computer right side up.
5Reconnect any cables.
6Restart the computer.
Battery safety precautions
❖If the battery pack produces an odor, overheats or
changes color or shape while it is being used or charged,
turn off the computer’s power immediately and
disconnect the power cord/cable from the power socket.
Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer.
❖Do not try to disassemble a battery pack.
❖Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery.
Overcharging will shorten its life, and reverse charging
could damage it.
❖Avoid touching the metal terminals of the battery with
another metal object. Short-circuiting the battery can
cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery
or the computer.
❖Do not incinerate a spent battery, as this could cause it to
explode and release toxic materials.
❖If a battery is leaking or damaged, replace it immediately.
Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery.
❖To replace the main battery, use an identical battery that
you can purchase through the Toshiba Web site at
accessories.toshiba.com.
❖A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all
batteries. The main battery is designed so that it cannot
be installed in reverse polarity.
❖Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery
charger designated as an approved option.
❖When you install the battery pack, you should hear a
click when it is seated properly.
❖Do not expose the battery pack to fire. The battery pack
could explode.
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Maximizing battery life
To maximize the life of your battery pack:
❖At least once a month, disconnect the computer from a
power source and operate it on battery power until the
battery pack fully discharges. Before doing so, follow the
steps below:
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1Turn off the computer’s power.
2Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the
computer’s power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.
3Operate the computer on battery power for five
minutes. If the battery pack has at least five minutes
of operating time, continue operating until the battery
pack is fully discharged. If the battery light flashes or
there is some other warning to indicate a low battery,
go to step 4.
4Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the
power cord/cable to a power outlet. The DC-IN or
AC power light should glow green, and the battery
light should glow amber to indicate that the battery
pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC powerlight indicator does not glow, power is not being
supplied. Check the connections for the AC adapter
and power cord/cable.
5Charge the battery pack until the battery light glows
green.
❖If you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.
❖If you will not be using the system for an extended
period, more than one month, remove the battery pack.
❖Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully
charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and
shortens its life.
❖If you are not going to use the computer for more than
eight hours, disconnect the AC adapter.
❖Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct
sunlight.
Disposing of used batteries safely
The life of a battery pack depends on usage. When the battery
pack needs replacing, the main battery light flashes amber
shortly after you have fully recharged the battery.
You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged.
If something goes wrong
Never attempt to dispose of a battery pack by burning or by throwing
it into a fire, and never allow exposure to a heating apparatus (e.g.,
microwave oven). Heat can cause a battery pack to explode and
possibly cause serious injury.
Always dispose of used battery packs in compliance with all
applicable laws and regulations. Put insulating tape, such as
cellophane tape, on the electrode during transportation to avoid a
possible short circuit, fire or electric shock. Failure to do so could
possibly result in serious injury.
Always use the battery pack supplied as an accessory or an
equivalent battery pack specified in the User's Manual. Other battery
packs have different voltage and terminal polarities. Use of nonconforming battery packs could generate smoke or cause fire or
rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury.
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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 regulations 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. If
you cannot find the information you need elsewhere, call
Toshiba at: (800) 457-7777.
If something goes wrong
Problems that are easy to fix
Your program stops responding.
If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all
operations, chances are the program has stopped responding.
You can exit the failed program without shutting down the
operating system or closing other programs.
To close a program that has stopped responding:
1Press
2Click the Applications tab.
Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously (once).
The Windows Task Manager window appears.
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If something goes wrong
If a program has stopped responding, the words “not
responding” appear beside its name in the list.
3Select the program you want to close, then click End
Tas k.
Closing the failed program should allow you to continue
working. If it does not, continue with the next step.
4Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting
the program name, then End Task.
To power off your computer, do one of the following:
If you are not connected to a domain server:
1Click Start, Turn off computer.
The Turn off computer window appears.
2Click Turn O ff.
The computer turns off.
If you are connected to a domain server:
1Click Start, Shut down.
The Shut Down window appears.
2Click Shut down from the drop-down list.
3Click OK.
The computer shuts down completely.
Your program performs an illegal operation.
If you receive the message, “
operation
happens again, record the details of the message and consult
the software manufacturer.
To record the details:
1Click the Details button and select the text the operating
,” close the window and continue working. If it
system displays.
The Details button displays information that the software
manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem.
Your program has performed an illegal
If something goes wrong
2Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the
clipboard.
3Open Notepad (click Start, point to AllPrograms, then
point to Accessories and click Notepad).
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4Press
5Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing
6Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software
Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into
Notepad.
what you were doing when you received the message and
how the error can be reproduced.
manufacturer.
Problems when you turn on the computer
These problems may occur when you turn on the power.
The computer will not start.
Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord/cable
properly or installed a charged battery.
Press and hold the power switch for at least 10 seconds.
If you are using the AC adapter, check that the wall outlet is
working by plugging in another device, such as a lamp.
Verify that the computer is on by looking at the On/off
indicator. If the indicator is glowing, the computer is on.
If you are using an AC adapter, verify that the computer is
receiving power from the external power source by looking at
the AC power light. If the indicator is glowing, the computer
is connected to a live external power source.
The computer starts, but when you press a key, nothing
happens.
Verify that the active program accepts text input. Try clicking
your mouse on an area where you can type text, and try
typing again.
Your computer may be in Standby mode and have a software
or resource conflict. When this happens turning the power on
returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system.
To clear the condition, press
Clearing the condition may get the computer running, but it
will not solve a resource conflict. Read the documentation
Ctrl, Alt, and Del simultaneously.
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If something goes wrong
that came with the conflicting device and “Resolving a
hardware conflict” in your electronic user’s guide.
The keyboard produces unexpected characters.
A keypad overlay may be on. If the numlock light or cursor
control mode light is on, press
turn off the cursor control mode light or
simultaneously to turn off the numlock light.
If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off,
make sure the software you are using is not remapping the
keyboard. Refer to the software documentation and check
that the program does not assign different meanings to any of
the keys.
Display problems
Here are some typical display problems and their solutions:
The screen is blank.
Display Auto Off may have gone into effect. Press any key to
activate the screen.
You may have activated the instant password feature by
pressing
password, press any key, type the password and press
no password is registered, press any key. The screen
reactivates and allows you to continue working.
If you are using the built-in screen, make sure the display
priority is not set for an external monitor. To do this, press
and
problem, press
display priority to its previous setting.
Fn and F1 simultaneously. If you have registered a
F5 simultaneously (once). If this does not correct the
Fn and F10 simultaneously to
Fn and F11
Enter. If
Fn
Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the
HINT: Holding the Fn key and pressing the F5 key several times will
advance you through the display options.
If you are using an external monitor:
❖Check that the monitor is turned on.
❖Check that the monitor’s power cord is firmly plugged
into a working power outlet.
❖Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to
the computer is firmly attached.
❖Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the
external monitor.
❖Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display
priority is not set for the built-in screen.
Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you
turn on your computer.
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when
you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely
large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is
manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small
bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic
characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over a
period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer,
the brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an
intrinsic characteristic of the screen technology. When the
computer is operated on battery power, the screen will dim
and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the
screen while on battery power.
PC Card problems
If something goes wrong
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PC Card checklist
❖Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot.
See “Using PC Cards” in the electronic user’s guide for
information about how to insert PC Cards.
❖Make sure all cables are securely connected.
❖Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality
control. If another PCMCIA-equipped computer is
available, try the card in that machine. If the card
malfunctions again, it may be defective.
Resolving PC Card problems
Here are some common problems and their solutions:
The slots appear to be dead. PC Cards that used to work
no longer work.
Check the PC Card status:
1Click Start.
2Click My Computer icon with the secondary button,
then click Properties.
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The System Properties dialog box appears.
3Click the Hardware tab.
4Click the Device Manager button.
5Double-click the PCMCIA adapter.
6Double-click the appropriate PC Card.
The operating system displays your PC Card’s Properties
dialog box, which contains information about your PC
Card configuration and status.
The computer stops working (hangs) when you insert a
PC Card.
The problem may be caused by an I/O (input/output) conflict
between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the
system. Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its
own I/O base address. See “Fixing a problem with device
manager” in the electronic user’s guide for more information.
Since all PC Cards share the same socket, each card is not
required to have its own address.
If you need further assistance
If you have followed the recommendations in this section and
are still having problems, you may need additional technical
assistance. This section contains the steps to take to ask for
help.
Before you contact Toshiba
Since some problems may be related to the operating system
or the program you are using, it is important to investigate
other sources of assistance first.
Try the following before contacting Toshiba:
❖Review the troubleshooting information in your
operating system documentation.
❖If the problem occurs while you are running a program,
consult the program’s documentation for troubleshooting
suggestions. Contact the software company’s technical
support group for their assistance.
❖Consult the dealer from whom you purchased your
computer and/or program. Your dealer is your best source
for current information.
Detailed system specifications are available at
www.ts.toshiba.com by selecting your particular product and
model number, clicking GO, and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left, or just refer to the
computer documentation shipped with your product.
For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United
States, call: (800) 457-7777.
Contacting Toshiba
If you still need help and suspect that the problem is
hardware-related, Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help
you.
Toshiba’s Technical Support Website
For technical support, or to stay current on the most recent
software and hardware options for your computer, and for
other product information, be sure to regularly check the
Toshiba Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com
If you need further assistance
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Toshiba voice contact
Before calling Toshiba, make sure you have:
❖Your computer’s serial number
❖The computer and any optional devices related to the
problem
❖Backup copies of your Windows
all other preloaded software on your choice of media
❖Name and version of the program involved in the
problem along with its installation media
❖Information about what you were doing when the
problem occurred
❖Exact error messages and when they occurred
For technical support, call the Toshiba Global Support
Centre:
Within the United States at (800) 457-7777
Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273
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operating system and
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Power cord/cable connectors
Power cord/cable connectors
Your notebook computer features a universal power supply
you can use worldwide. This section shows the shapes of the
typical AC power cord/cable connectors for various parts of
the world.
USA and Canada
(UL and CSA
roved
a
United Kingdom
(BS approved)
Features and specifications
This section lists the computer’s features. Numbered legal
footnotes may also be found on page 60.
Product Series
The product specifications and configuration information are
designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have
all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more
detailed information about the features and specifications on your
particular model, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to
ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product
specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options
availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most upto-date product information about your computer, or to stay current
with the various computer software or hardware options, visit
Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
*CPU performance in your computer product may vary
from specifications under the following conditions:
- use of certain external peripheral products
- use of battery power instead of AC power
- use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or
video applications
- use of standard telephone lines or low speed network
connections
- use of complex modeling software, such as high end
computer aided design applications
- use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously
- use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude
>1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)
- use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5° C to
30° C (41° F to 86° F) or >25° C (77° F) at high altitude (all
temperature references are approximate and may vary
depending on the specific computer model – please visit the
Toshiba website at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for details)
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due
to design configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may
automatically shut-down. This is a normal protective feature
designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damage to the
product when used outside recommended conditions. To avoid
risk of lost data, always make back-up copies of data by
periodically storing it on an external storage medium. Use your
computer product only under recommended conditions. Read
additional restrictions under “Environmental Conditions” in
your product “Detailed Specs.” Contact Toshiba Technical
Service and Support for more information.
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Features and specifications
Graphics
(Graphics Processing
Unit)
ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON® X600 with 128 MB DDR
SDRAM or
ATI MOBILITY™ RADEON
SDRAM or
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nVIDIA
Mobile Intel® 910GML Express or
Mobile Intel
*GPU performance may vary depending on product model,
design configuration, applications, power management settings
and features utilized. GPU performance is only optimized
when operating in AC power mode and may decrease
considerably when operating in battery power mode.
GeForce™ Go 6600 with 128 MB DDR SDRAM
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915GM Express*
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X600 with 64 MB DDR
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Power
Main batteryRemovable, rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) high-capacity
battery 8-cell (4300 mAh)
Battery recharge time is several hours**Battery life may vary considerably from specifications
depending on product model, configuration, applications,
power management settings and features utilized, as well
as the natural performance variations produced by the
design of individual components. Published battery life
numbers are achieved on select models and configurations
tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See “Detailed
Specs” for specific battery measurement test. Recharge
time varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge
while computer is consuming full power. After a period of
time, the battery will lose its ability to perform at
maximum capacity and will need to be replaced. This is
normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack,
see the accessories information that shipped with your
computer or visit the Toshiba web site at
www.accessories.toshiba.com.
RTC batteryLithium Ion or NiMH battery provides power for the internal
real-time clock and calendar
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The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off
even if the AC adapter is attached.
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Storage capacity
Hard Disk Drive
(HDD) Capacity
2.5-inch removable drive and controller provides non-volatile
storage for 40 GB, 60 GB, 80 GB, or 100 GB*
*1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000
bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system,
however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the
definition of 1 GB = 1024 x 1024 x 1024 = 1,073,741,824
bytes, and therefore may show less storage capacity. Available
storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or
more pre-installed operating systems, such as Microsoft
Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications,
or media content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.
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Ports
DC-INLets you connect the computer to AC power, using the AC
adapter and power cord/cable
Headphone jackUse the 3.5-mm headphone jack to connect stereo headphones
or other audio output devices
Microphone jackThe 3.5 mm microphone stereo jack lets you connect an
external monaural microphone or other audio input device
RGB (monitor) portUse the 15-pin, analog VGA port to connect an external
SVGA monitor (color or monochrome)
Modem portUse the modem port to connect the internal modem directly to
a telephone line (purchased separately) via an RJ11 connection
USB 2.0 portsSupport USB 2.0 peripherals (3 ports)
LAN portThe LAN port lets you connect to a LAN via an RJ45
connection
S-video Out portThe S-Video Out port allows you to play DVD video on a TV
that accepts video inputs
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i.LINK
Bridge Media Adapter
Slot
port
The i.LINK® port (IEEE 1394) provides fast data transfer
rates (up to 400 Mbps)
The Bridge Media Adapter Slot can be used for additional stor-
age via Secure Digital™ Cards, xD-Picture Cards, Memory
Stick, or Memory Stick PRO
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Features and specifications
Standard hardware
Memory (Main System) System comes with 256 MB or 512 MB RAM*
Additional memory may be added for a maximum capacity of
2048 MB RAM.
*Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics
system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the
amount of main system memory available for other computing
activities. The amount of main system memory allocated to
support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system,
applications utilized, system memory size and other factors.
Display17-inch diagonal TFT active-matrix LCD display at
1440 x 900 native resolution, or 1680 x 1050 TruBrite
native resolution*
*Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when
you turn on your PC. Your display contains an extremely large
number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured
using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that
may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the
TFT manufacturing technology. Over a period of time, and
depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the
screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic characteristic of
the screen technology. When the computer is operated on
battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be able to
increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power.
CommunicationIntegrated V.92 modem*
*Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum
permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission
speeds will vary depending on line conditions.
For more detailed information regarding your system's modem,
visit the Toshiba web site at toshiba.com.
NetworkingRealtek RTL8139/810X 10/100 Ethernet adapter
Pointing deviceTouchPad pointing device provides the functions of a mouse or
other pointing device
ExpressCard™ slotThe ExpressCard slot can be used for high speed
communications, storage, and adapters.
PC Card slotA PC Card slot lets you install one Type I or Type II PC Card
Sound controllerRealtek ALC250 audio controller
Wi-FiThe computer may come with an optional integrated Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
wireless LAN mini PCI communication module providing
wireless LAN functions.*
*Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to
purchase additional software, external hardware or services.
Availability of public wireless LAN access points may be
limited. The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the
distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary
depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment,
obstacles, access point design and configuration, and client
design and software/hardware configurations. The actual
transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum
speed. To use the Atheros SuperAG™ or SuperG™ wireless
function, if available, your client and access point must support
the corresponding feature. Performance of these functions may
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vary depending on the format of data transmitted.
The computer may also come with optional Bluetooth wireless
technology, making it possible to connect many different kinds
of electronic devices without the need for cables.
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Toshiba recommends that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth options be factory-
installed at the time of order.
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Legal Footnotes
Legal Footnotes
1.Product Series
The product specifications and configuration information are designed
for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the
features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed
information about the features and specifications on your particular
model, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to
ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product
specifications, configurations, prices, system/component/options
availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most upto-date product information about your computer, or to stay current
with the various computer software or hardware options, visit
Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.
2.Processor (Central Processing Unit)
CPU performance in your computer product may vary from
specifications under the following conditions:
❖use of certain external peripheral products
❖use of battery power instead of AC power
❖use of certain multimedia, computer generated graphics or video
applications
❖use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections
❖use of complex modeling software, such as high end computer
aided design applications
❖use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously
❖use of computer in areas with low air pressure (high altitude
>1,000 meters or >3,280 feet above sea level)
❖use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5° C to
30° C (41° F to 86° F) or >25° C (77° F) at high altitude (all
temperature references are approximate and may vary depending
on the specific computer model – please visit the Toshiba website
at www.pcsupport.toshiba.com for details).
CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design
configuration.
Under some conditions, your computer product may automatically
shut-down. This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the
risk of lost data or damage to the product when used outside
recommended conditions. To avoid risk of lost data, always make
back-up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage
medium. Use your computer product only under recommended
conditions. Read additional restrictions under “Environmental
Conditions” in your product “Detailed Specs.” Contact Toshiba
Technical Service and Support for more information.
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3.Graphics (Graphics Processing Unit)
GPU performance may vary depending on product model, design
configuration, applications, power management settings and features
utilized. GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC
power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery
power mode.
4.Battery Life
Battery life may vary considerably from specifications depending on
product model, configuration, applications, power management
settings and features utilized, as well as the natural performance
variations produced by the design of individual components.
Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and
configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication. See
“Detailed Specs” for specific battery measurement test. Recharge time
varies depending on usage. Battery may not charge while computer is
consuming full power. After a period of time, the battery will lose its
ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced.
This is normal for all batteries. To purchase a new battery pack, see
the accessories information that shipped with your computer or visit
the Toshiba web site at www.accessories.toshiba.com.
5.Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity
1 Gigabyte (GB) means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 = 1,000,000,000 bytes
using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports
storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 1024 x
1024 x 1024 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore may show less
storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also be less if the
product includes one or more pre-installed operating systems, such as
Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software
applications, or media content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.
6.Memory (Main System)
Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system
for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main
system memory available for other computing activities. The amount
of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary
depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system
memory size and other factors.
7.Display
Small bright dots may appear on your screen display when you turn on
your PC. Your display contains an extremely large number of thinfilm transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision
technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are
an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology. Over
a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the
brightness of the screen will deteriorate. This is also an intrinsic
characteristic of the screen technology. When the computer is
operated on battery power, the screen will dim and you may not be
able to increase the brightness of the screen while on battery power.
8.Modem Speed
Due to FCC limitations, speeds of 53 kbps are the maximum
permissible rates during downloads. Actual data transmission speeds
will vary depending on line conditions.
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9.Wireless
Wireless connectivity and some features may require you to purchase
additional software, external hardware or services. Availability of
public wireless LAN access points may be limited. The transmission
speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless
LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic
environment, obstacles, access point design and configuration, and
client design and software/hardware configurations. The actual
transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.
To use the Atheros SuperAG™ or SuperG™ wireless function, if
available, your client and access point must support the corresponding
feature. Performance of these functions may vary depending on the
format of data transmitted.
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AC adapter29
AC power light29
adding memory32
alarms low battery42