Toshiba PORTEGE 7140 User Manual
TOSHIBA
USER'S MANUAL
Model
7140CT/7200CT
R
Copyright
© 1999 by Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior
written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.
Portégé 7140CT/7200CT Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition December 1999
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Toshiba
Portégé 7140CT/7200CT Portable Personal Computer at the time of this
manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are
subject to change without notice. Toshiba assumes no liability for
damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or
discrepancies between the computer and the manual.
Trademarks
IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC, OS/2, and PS/2 are
trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
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Microsoft Corporation.
Sound Blaster and Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd.
Novell and NetWare are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.
UNIX is a registered trademark of X/Open Company Ltd.
RingCentral is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer
Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
DVD Express is a trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation.
K56flex is a trademark of Lucent Technologies and Rockwell
Semiconductor Systems.
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General Precautions
Toshiba computers are designed to optimise safety, minimise strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Stress injury
Carefully read the
prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than can be caused
by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes
information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help
reduce physical stress.
Heat Warning
The base of the PC can become very warm; while the temperature will not
be too hot to the touch, prolonged physical contact may result in a
temporary heat imprint on the skin. It is recommended that prolonged
physical contact is avoided.
Also, if the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact
with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
Mobile phones
Use of mobile phones can interfere with the PC sound system. The PC
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30cm is
maintained between the PC & the mobile phone.
Safety Instruction Manual
. It contains information on
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong
impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer
components or otherwise cause malfunctions.
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are
installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively.
Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card
operation. Also, be careful when you remove a PC card that has been
used for a long time.
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EU Declaration of Conformity
Toshiba declares, that this conforms to the following Standards:
“The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive
73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.”
This product carries the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European
Directives. CE-Marking is the responsibility of Toshiba Europe,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.
The system has been tested by Toshiba using the YMark2000 test under
NSTL's self testing program and meets the NSTL test standards for
Year 2000 hardware compliance.
NSTL makes no recommendation or endorsement of any product. This
test data/report was prepared by Toshiba using licensed testing products
from NSTL. NSTL MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
AS TO RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED BY ANY PERSON OR ENTITY
FROM USE OF THE SERVICES OR THE RESULTS THEREOF, OR ANY
INFORMATION OR DATA INCLUDED THEREIN.
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Working environment
This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic
compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential,
commercial and light industry environments".
Toshiba do not approve the use of this product in working environments
other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light
industry environments".
For example, the following environments are not approved:
Industrial Environments (environments with a mains voltage >230V~)
Medical Environments
Automotive Environments
Aircraft Environments
If this product is supplied with a network port, please refer to the
paragraph "
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of Toshiba
Europe GmbH.
The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working
environments may be:
Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area
Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area
Therefore Toshiba strongly recommend that the electromagnetic
compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all non-approved
working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft,
the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission
before use of this product.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
Network connection
".
Network connection (class A warning)
If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a
network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with
technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a
domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding may suffer
interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such
environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held
responsible for any ensuing interference.
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CE compliance
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However,
Toshiba should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC
standards if options or cables not produced by Toshiba are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected/
those options / cables have to assure that the system (PC plus options /
cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid in general EMC
problems following advice should be observed:
Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented
Only best shielded cables should be connected
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched
Telephone Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional
assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in
the first instance.
Network Compatibility Statement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements contained in EG 201 121.
implemented
Germany - ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010, and
Greece - ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04
Portugal - ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04, 08, 10
Spain - ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01
Switzerland - ATAAB AN002
All other countries - ATAAB AN003, 004
DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09, 12, 14, 17
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the Internal Modem User’s Guide
for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approval. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.
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Table of Contents
Preface .........................................................................................xiii
Manual contents ....................................................................................xiii
Conventions........................................................................................... xiv
Abbreviations ..................................................................................... xiv
Icons .................................................................................................. xiv
Keys................................................................................................... xiv
Key operation...................................................................................... xv
Display ................................................................................................ xv
Messages ........................................................................................... xv
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................. 1-1
Equipment checklist..............................................................................1-1
Features .................................................................................................1-2
Special features.....................................................................................1-6
Utilities ...................................................................................................1-9
Options.................................................................................................1-10
Chapter 2: The Grand Tour ....................................................... 2-1
Front with display closed .....................................................................2-1
Left side..................................................................................................2-2
Right side ...............................................................................................2-4
Back side................................................................................................2-5
Underside...............................................................................................2-6
Front with the display open..................................................................2-7
Indicators ...............................................................................................2-9
Power source/system indicators ........................................................2-9
Keyboard indicators .........................................................................2-10
Port Replicator.....................................................................................2-11
AC adaptor ...........................................................................................2-12
3 ½" diskette drive...............................................................................2-13
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Chapter 3: Getting Started ........................................................ 3-1
Setting up...............................................................................................3-1
General conditions ............................................................................3-2
Placement of computer .....................................................................3-2
Seating and posture .......................................................................... 3-3
Lighting..............................................................................................3-4
Work habits .......................................................................................3-4
Connecting the AC adaptor.................................................................. 3-5
Using the Port Replicator ..................................................................... 3-6
Connecting the Port Replicator .........................................................3-6
Disconnecting the Port Replicator ..................................................... 3-6
Using the 3 ½" external diskette drive ................................................3-7
Connecting the 3 ½" diskette drive.................................................... 3-7
Disconnecting the 3 ½" diskette drive ...............................................3-8
Diskette care .....................................................................................3-9
Opening the display.............................................................................. 3-9
Turning on the power..........................................................................3-10
Selecting an operating system .......................................................... 3-11
Turning off the power ......................................................................... 3-11
Boot mode ....................................................................................... 3-11
Resume (Standby/Suspend) mode .................................................3-12
Hibernation mode ............................................................................ 3-12
Restarting the computer..................................................................... 3-13
Restoring the preinstalled software ..................................................3-13
Restoring the complete system ....................................................... 3-13
Restoring Toshiba utilities and drivers.............................................3-13
Chapter 4: Operating Basics ..................................................... 4-1
Using AccuPoint II ................................................................................4-1
AccuPoint II precautions.................................................................... 4-2
Replacing the cap.............................................................................. 4-2
Using the microphone .......................................................................... 4-3
International modem............................................................................. 4-3
Cleaning the computer ......................................................................... 4-5
Moving the computer............................................................................ 4-5
Heat dispersal........................................................................................4-6
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Chapter 5: The Keyboard .......................................................... 5-1
Typewriter keys......................................................................................5-1
F1…F12 function keys...........................................................................5-2
Soft Keys: Alt Gr Key Combinations....................................................5-2
The euro symbol ................................................................................5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations ...........................................................5-3
Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard.............................................5-3
Hot keys.............................................................................................5-4
Windows 95/98 special keys .............................................................5-6
Emulating Fn key on external keyboard.............................................5-6
Keypad overlay......................................................................................5-6
Turning on the overlays .....................................................................5-6
Arrow mode........................................................................................5-6
Numeric mode ...................................................................................5-7
Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on)...............................5-7
Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..............................................5-8
Temporarily changing modes.............................................................5-8
Generating ASCII characters................................................................5-8
Chapter 6: Power and Power-Up Modes.................................. 6-1
Power conditions ..................................................................................6-1
Power indicators ...................................................................................6-2
Battery indicator.................................................................................6-2
DC IN indicator ..................................................................................6-2
Power indicator ..................................................................................6-3
Battery types ..........................................................................................6-3
Battery pack.......................................................................................6-3
Real Time Clock battery.....................................................................6-4
Care and use of the battery pack .........................................................6-4
Safety precautions .............................................................................6-4
Charging the batteries .......................................................................6-5
Monitoring battery capacity................................................................6-6
Maximising battery operating time .....................................................6-7
Retaining data with power off.............................................................6-7
Extending battery life .........................................................................6-8
Replacing the battery pack...................................................................6-8
Removing the battery pack ................................................................6-8
Installing the battery pack................................................................6-10
Starting the computer by password ..................................................6-10
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Power-up modes ................................................................................. 6-12
Boot mode ....................................................................................... 6-12
Resume (Standby/Suspend) mode .................................................6-12
Hibernation mode ............................................................................ 6-13
Setting the mode ............................................................................. 6-14
Panel power on/off .............................................................................. 6-14
System Auto Off ..................................................................................6-14
Auto Power On .................................................................................... 6-15
Ring indicator power on ..................................................................... 6-15
Chapter 7: Setup and Password Security................................ 7-1
TSETUP .................................................................................................. 7-1
Executing TSETUP............................................................................7-2
Changing values in the TSETUP menu............................................. 7-3
Accepting changes and exiting SYSTEM SETUP .............................7-3
Default configuration .........................................................................7-3
TSETUP options................................................................................ 7-4
Memory..............................................................................................7-4
Password........................................................................................... 7-4
Password security ..............................................................................7-15
How to set the passwords ...............................................................7-16
How to reset the passwords ............................................................7-18
Enabling TSETUP access in user password mode.........................7-20
Making a password service diskette................................................7-21
Chapter 8: Optional Devices ..................................................... 8-1
PC Cards ................................................................................................ 8-2
Installing the PC card ........................................................................ 8-2
Removing the PC Card......................................................................8-3
Memory expansion................................................................................8-4
Installing memory module .................................................................8-4
Removing memory module................................................................8-6
Clearing Hibernation files .................................................................. 8-7
Additional battery packs.......................................................................8-7
Additional AC adaptor .......................................................................... 8-7
Battery charger......................................................................................8-7
DVD Dock II............................................................................................ 8-8
Parallel printer....................................................................................... 8-9
External monitor..................................................................................8-10
PS/2 mouse.......................................................................................... 8-11
PS/2 keyboard......................................................................................8-11
Security lock........................................................................................ 8-12
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Chapter 9: Troubleshooting ...................................................... 9-1
Problem solving process......................................................................9-1
Preliminary checklist..........................................................................9-2
Analysing the problem .......................................................................9-2
Hardware and system checklist ...........................................................9-3
System start-up..................................................................................9-4
Self test..............................................................................................9-4
Power.................................................................................................9-5
Password ...........................................................................................9-7
Hotkeys..............................................................................................9-7
Keyboard ...........................................................................................9-7
LCD panel..........................................................................................9-8
Hard disk drive...................................................................................9-9
Diskette drive .....................................................................................9-9
Infrared port .....................................................................................9-10
Printer ..............................................................................................9-10
Pointing device ................................................................................9-11
PC Card ...........................................................................................9-12
Monitor.............................................................................................9-12
Sound system ..................................................................................9-13
USB .................................................................................................9-13
Port Replicator .................................................................................9-14
Hibernation ......................................................................................9-14
Modem.............................................................................................9-15
Memory expansion...........................................................................9-16
Diagnostic test.....................................................................................9-16
Executing the diagnostic test program.............................................9-16
Choosing test options ......................................................................9-17
Test sequence..................................................................................9-18
Subtests...........................................................................................9-18
If you need further assistance............................................................9-24
Before you call .................................................................................9-24
Where to write..................................................................................9-24
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Appendix A: Technical specifications......................................A-1
Appendix B: AC Power Cord and Connectors ........................B-1
Appendix C: The Toshiba International Warranty...................C-1
Appendix D: Keyboard Layouts................................................D-1
Appendix E: Display Controller and Modes ............................E-1
Appendix F: If your computer is stolen ...................................F-1
Appendix G: ASCII Character Codes....................................... G-1
Glossary ..................................................................................... G-1
Index........................................................................................... G-1
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the Toshiba Portégé 7140CT/7200CT.
This powerful, light-weight notebook computer is designed to provide years
of reliable, high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Toshiba
Portégé 7140CT/7200CT. It also provides detailed information on
configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional
devices and troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarise
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory
devices. Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting
up your computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organised, then become acquainted with
this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the
features
uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read Setup and
Password Security. If you are going to install PC cards or connect external
devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices
The optional docking station, DVD Network Dock II, is referred to in this
manual as DVD Dock.
Special
section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
.
Manual contents
This manual is composed of 9 chapters, 8 appendices, a glossary, and an
index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer
and briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer and gives tips on safety, designing your work
area and on using the following devices: Port Replicator and external
diskette drive.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on
using the following devices: AccuPoint II and microphone.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hotkeys.
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Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes.
Chapter 7, Setup and Password Security, describes how to set up
special utilities.
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to
perform some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the
computer doesn’t seem to be working properly.
The Appendices provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of
acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations
are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read
Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing
information on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example,
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Enter
identifies the Enter key.
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example,
same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at
the same time press the third.
Ctrl + C
DISKCOPY A: B:
means you must hold down
When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in
the type face you see to the left.
Text you are to type in is usually preceded by
the keyboard icon.
Ctrl
Display
ABC
Names of windows or icons or text generated
by the computer that appears on its display
screen is presented in the type face you see
to the left.
Text generated by the computer is usually
preceded by the screen icon.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
and at the
Pay attention!
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follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.
Please read
your equipment.
A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to
. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist and identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you
Equipment checklist
use an operating system that was not preinstalled by Toshiba.
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
Portégé 7140CT/7200CT Portable Personal Computer
Universal AC adaptor and power cord
3 ½" external diskette drive module and cable
Port Replicator
Spare AccuPoint II (pointing device) caps
Modular cable (for modem)
The following software preinstalled on your hard disk:
You can select either Windows® 95 or Windows 98. When you choose your
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operating system, the other one will be deleted from the computer. Refer to the
section
Selecting an operating system
If you select Windows 95, the following software will be retained on the
hard disk:
•
Microsoft® Windows® 95
•
Toshiba Utilities
•
Display Driver for Windows
•
Sound driver
•
LAN Driver
•
DVD Video Player
•
Hypertext online help
in Chapter 3, Getting Started.
Features
If you select Windows 98, the following software will be retained on the
hard disk:
•
Microsoft® Windows® 98 Second Edition
•
The same utilities and drivers that are installed with Windows 95.
Backup CD-ROMs
•
Toshiba Recovery CD-ROM, containing the complete software
image that came pre-installed
•
Toshiba Tools & Utilities CD-ROM, containing the utilities and
applications that came pre-installed
Your computer’s documentation:
• Portégé 7140CT/7200CT Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
• Portégé 7140CT/7200CT QuickStart
• Microsoft Windows 95/98 manual
• Safety Instruction Manual
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
The computer uses Toshiba’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:
Microprocessor
Level 2 cache
Memory
Video RAM
Battery pack
RTC battery
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The computer is equipped with a Mobile
Pentium® III processor at 500 MHz (7140) or
600 MHz (7200) and incorporates a math
co-processor and a 32 KB cache memory.
A 256KB level 2 cache is provided to maximise
performance.
The computer comes with 64 Megabytes (MB) of
Random Access Memory (RAM), expandable
to 192 MB.
The computer provides 4 MB of RAM for
video display.
The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
Keyboard
An easy-to-use 85-key (United States) or 86-key
(Europe) keyboard provides a numeric keypad
overlay for fast numeric data entry or for cursor
and page control. It also includes two keys that
have special functions in Windows
activates the
menu and the other
Start
95
/98, one
functions as the secondary mouse button. The
computer’s keyboard supports software that uses
a 101- or 102-key enhanced keyboard. See
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
Hard disk drive
Diskette drive
module
AC adaptor
Display
Sound system
The computer has a 6 GB (7140) or 12 GB
(7200) integrated, 2 ½" hard disk drive for nonvolatile storage of data and software.
An external 3 ½" diskette drive module
accommodates both 1.44 MB double-sided, highdensity, double-track (2HD) and 720 KB doublesided, double-density, double-track (2DD) disks.
The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage between 100 and 240 volts; however,
the output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. See the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
The computer has a 13.3" colour, Thin-Film
Transistor (TFT) LCD panel. It can display 16 M
colours at a resolution of 1024 horizontal and
768 vertical pixels. It supports high-resolution
video graphics and employs an AGP bus for
superior performance. The screens can be set at
a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.
A Sound Blaster™ Pro™ and Windows Sound
System (WSS) compatible sound system gives
your computer multimedia capability. The sound
system is equipped with a speaker, internal
microphone, volume control knob and
headphone jack.
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Universal Serial Bus
port
A Universal Serial Bus (USB) port enables chain
connection of a number of USB-equipped
devices to one port on your computer. For
example, you might connect a USB-HUB to the
computer, then connect a keyboard to the
USB-HUB and a mouse to the keyboard.
Use the USB drivers that come with external
USB devices. If your operating system does not
support USB, you can still use a USB mouse and
keyboard by setting the
Emulation
item in TSETUP to
USB Legacy
Enabled
. Refer
to Chapter 7, Setup and Password Security for
details.
Docking port
Port Replicator
Parallel port
Serial port
External diskette
drive port
External monitor port
This port enables connection of an optional
DVD Network Dock II described in the Options
section.
This device enables connection of parallel, serial
and PS/2 devices.
A Centronics®-compatible parallel interface port
on the Port Replicator lets you connect a parallel
printer or other parallel device. This port supports
the Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) standard.
A standard, 9-pin, serial port on the Port
Replicator lets you connect such serial devices
as a serial printer, mouse, bar code reader, or
Optical Character Reader (OCR). This port
supports 16550 Universal Asynchronous
Receiver/Transmitter (UART) compliant highspeed data transfer.
An external diskette drive port lets you connect a
diskette drive.
The female, 15-pin, D-shell connector lets you
connect to an external video display, which is
recognised automatically. It supports Video
Electronic Standards Association (VESA) Display
Data Channel (DDC) compatible functions.
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PS/2™ mouse/
keyboard port
This port on the Port Replicator lets you connect
a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard.
Infrared port
PC Card slots
Memory expansion
socket
International modem
Microphone/speaker
AccuPoint II
This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data
Association (IrDA) Fast InfraRed (FIR) standards. It
enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with
IrDA 1.1 compatible external devices.
A PC Card slot (PCMCIA) accommodates two 5
mm cards (Type II) or one 10.5 mm (Type III)
card. These slots support 16-bit PC Cards and
CardBus PC Cards (32 bit). For more
information, refer to the PC Card section in
Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
A socket is available for installation of a 32, 64 or
128 MB. Use only memory modules that are
compatible with the computer.
An internal modem provides capability for data
and fax communication. It supports V.90 and
K56flex™. The speed of data transfer and fax
depends on analogue telephone line conditions.
It has a modem jack for connecting to a
telephone line.
A built-in microphone and speaker let you record
sound into your applications and play it back.
This pointer control stick, located in the centre of
the keyboard, provides convenient control of the
cursor without requiring desk space for a mouse.
Plug and Play
When you connect an external device to the
computer or Port Replicator, Plug and Play
capability enables the system to recognise the
connection and make the necessary
configurations automatically.
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Special features
The following features are either unique to Toshiba computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hotkeys
Keypad overlay
Display automatic
power off
HDD automatic
power off
System automatic
power off
Key combinations let you quickly modify the
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
Grey keys with white lettering make up the
keypad overlay, which lets you use the keyboard
for ten-key operations or cursor control.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no input from the
keyboard or pointing device for a time specified.
Power is restored when any key is pressed. If
you use Windows
the
Display Auto Off
Mode Setup
Windows 98, you can specify the time in the
Turn off monitor
window in Power Saver.
Mode
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time
specified. Power is restored when the hard disk
is accessed. If you use Windows
specify the time in the
Power Mode Setup
use Windows 98, you can specify the time in the
Turn off hard disks
Save Mode
This feature automatically turns off power to the
system when there is no input for a time specified.
If you use Windows 95, you can specify the time in
System
the
Power Saver. If you use Windows 98, you can
specify the time in the
the
Power Save Mode
95
, you can specify the time in
in
Power Saver
window in Power Saver.
window of
window of
. If you use
item of the
HDD Auto Off
in
Power Saver
item of the
Power Mode Setup
System standby
window in Power Saver.
Power
Power Save
95
, you can
window of
. If you
Power
in
item of
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Intelligent power
supply
A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an
AC adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery
capacity in Windows 95 through the
status
item in the Power window of Power
Properties. In Windows 98, use the
remaining
item of the
Power Save Modes
Power
Battery
window in Power Saver.
Battery save mode
Power on password
Instant security
Auto power on
Panel power on/off
This feature lets you save battery power. If you use
Windows 95, you can specify the Power Save Mode
in the
Battery Power
item of
Power Settings
in Power Saver. If you use Windows 98, you can
specify the Power Save Mode in the
batteries
item of the
Power Save Modes
Running on
window in Power Saver.
Two levels of password security are available:
supervisor and user. This feature prevents
unauthorised access to your computer.
A hotkey function blanks the screen and disables
the computer providing quick and easy data
security.
This feature lets you set a time and date for the
computer to turn on automatically. The feature is
useful for receiving remote communications
while you are asleep or away. If you use
Windows 95, you can specify the time in the
Auto Power On
item in the Power Saver
Properties window. If you use Windows 98, you
can specify the setting in Scheduled Tasks.
This feature turns power to the computer off when
the display panel is closed and turns it back on
when the panel is opened. If you use Windows 95,
you can specify the setting in the
of
Power Mode Setup
in Power Saver. If you
System
window
use Windows 98, you can specify the setting in the
When I close the lid
item of the System
Power Mode Properties window.
Low battery
automatic suspend
When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters Resume (Suspend or
Standby) or Hibernation and shuts down.
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Ring indicator
power on
This feature lets the computer’s power be turned
on automatically when a call comes in from a
remote modem. When an internal modem
(preinstalled in some models) or an external
modem connected to the computer’s serial port
receives a call from a remote modem, it sends a
ring indicator power on signal to the computer.
This feature works only in Resume mode.
Heat dispersal
Resume (Suspend,
Standby)
The Resume mode is called
Standby
Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Resume mode.
Data in memory will be lost.
Hibernation
in Windows 98. The functions are essentially the same.
To protect from overheating, the CPU has an
internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s
internal temperature rises to a certain level, the
cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is
lowered. You can select whether to control the
CPU temperature by turning on the fan first, then if
necessary, lowering the CPU speed. Or, by
lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary,
turning on the fan. In Windows 95, you can set the
Cooling Method
Power Mode Setup
Windows 98, use the
Save Mode
If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn
off the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer’s main
memory. When you turn on the power again, you
can continue working right where you left off.
Suspend/Resume
This feature lets you turn off the power without
exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory is saved to the hard disk, when you turn
on the power again, you can continue working
right where you left off.
in the
System
in Power Saver. In
Fan
window in Power Saver.
in Windows 95 and
window of
item of the
Power
You cannot use Hibernation under the following conditions:
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You are using Space for Drive C or other compression utility.
You are using Windows 98 drive converter to convert files to the file
Allocation Table 32 format.
Utilities
This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme files.
Power Saver Utility
Hardware Setup
TSETUP
DVD Video Player
To access this power savings management
program, open the Control Panel and doubleclick the Power Saver icon.
This program lets you customise your hardware
settings according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use. To start
the utility, click the Windows Start button, point to
settings and click Control Panel. In the Control
Panel, double-click the Toshiba Hardware Setup
icon.
An easy-to-use menu lets you customise the
configuration of your computer in a DOS
environment according to the way you work with
your computer and the peripherals you use. Refer
to Chapter 7, Setup and Password Security.
The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD
Movies. It has an on-screen interface and
functions similar to those of a standard DVD
player. Click Start, point to Programs, point to
Mediamatics DVD Express™, then click
Mediamatics DVD Player.
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Options
You can add a number of options to make your computer even more
powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:
Memory expansion
Battery pack
High-capacity battery
pack
AC adaptor
Keytop sets
DVD Network Dock II
A 32, 64 or 128 MB memory module can be
easily installed in the computer.
Additional battery packs can be purchased from
your Toshiba dealer. Use it as a spare or
replacement.
This battery pack provides about twice the power
and operating time as the battery pack.
If you use your computer at more than one site
frequently, it may be convenient to purchase an
additional AC adaptor for each site so you will
not have to carry the adaptor with you.
You can customise your keyboard for a variety of
languages by replacing the keytops.
This docking module provides extensive
expansion capability, including integrated LAN
circuitry and a full-size, maximum six-speed
DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either
12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") digital versatile
disk/compact disks without using an adaptor.
This drive supports the following formats:
•
DVD-ROM
•
CD-ROM
•
Audio CD
•
Photo CD™
•
DVD-Video
•
CD-EXTRA
•
CD-R (read only)
•
CD-Rewritable (read only)
Battery charger
Security lock
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The battery charger lets you charge extra
batteries outside the computer.
A slot is available to attach a security cable to
the computer to deter theft.
Chapter 2
The Grand Tour
This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become
familiar with each component before you operate the computer.
Front with display closed
This figure shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the
closed position.
DISPLAY LATCH
Front of the computer with display closed
Display latch
PC Card latches
Volume control
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This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed
position. Slide the latch to open the display.
When you install a PC Card, the corresponding
latch (left latch, slot “1”; right latch slot “0”) locks
into place. Refer to the PC Card section in
Chapter 8, Optional Devices
Use this dial to adjust the volume of the system
speaker and headphones.
RESETVOLUME CONTROLPC CARD LATCHES
.
Left side
Reset
Press the reset button to reset the computer
when it does not respond to keyboard
commands. Use a narrow object such as the tip
of a covered ball-point pen. The system restarts,
clearing all data in memory and overriding the
Resume feature. See Chapter 6, Power and
Power-Up Modes, for more information on the
reset switch and Resume.
Do not use a pencil to push the reset button. Pencil lead can break off
inside the computer and damage its circuitry.
This figure shows the computer’s left side.
USB PORT MICROPHONE JACK
I/O ADAPTOR PORT
EXTERNAL DISKETTE
The left side of the computer
Universal Serial Bus
port
A rubber cover protects the Universal Serial Bus
(USB) port, which enables chain connection of a
DRIVE PORT
POWER SWITCH PC CARD SLOT
HEADPHONE
JACK
POWER
SWITCH LOCK
number of USB-equipped devices to one port on your
computer. For example, you might connect a USBHUB to the computer, then connect a keyboard to the
USB-HUB and a mouse to the keyboard.
Do not pull forcefully on the USB port cover.
Port Replicator port
This port lets you attach an Port Replicator that
enables connection of parallel and serial devices
and a PS/2 mouse or keyboard. It is protected by
a plastic cover.
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External diskette
drive port
This port allows you to connect the 3 ½" external
diskette drive supplied with your computer. See
Chapter 3, Getting Started, for details. It is
protected by a plastic cover.
Keep foreign objects out of the diskette drive port. A pin or similar object
can damage the computer’s circuitry.
Microphone jack
A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack
enables connection of a monaural microphone or
other device for audio input. When you connect
an external microphone, the internal microphone
is automatically disabled.
Headphone jack
A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables
connection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm
minimum) or other device for audio output. When
you connect headphones, the internal speaker is
automatically disabled.
Power switch
Press the power button to turn the computer’s
power on and off.
Power switch lock
Set this lock to the locked position to prevent
inadvertent power on.
PC Card slot
A PC Card slot can accommodate two 5 mm
PC Card (Type II) or one 10.5 mm PC Card
(Type III). You can install any industry standard
PC Card such as a modem, SCSI adaptor,
Ethernet adaptor or flash memory card. A
dummy card is installed to protect the slot.
Keep foreign objects out of the PC Card Slot. A pin or similar object can
damage the computer’s circuitry.
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Right side
The following illustration shows the computer’s right side.
The right side of the computer
Infrared port
Modem jack
In case of a lighting storm, unplug the modem cable from the
telephone jack.
Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will
damage the modem.
Fan vents
Be careful not to block the fan vent. Also be careful to keep foreign objects out
of it. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.
Security lock slot
This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data
Association (IrDA) Fast InfraRed (FIR) standards. It
enables cableless 4 Mbps data transfer with IrDA
1.1 compatible external devices.
The modem jack lets you use a modular cable to
connect the modem directly to a telephone line.
The modem is not supported in some
marketing regions.
Vents provide air-flow paths for the fan to prevent
the CPU from overheating.
A security cable attaches to this slot. The
optional security cable anchors your computer to
a desk or other large object to deter theft.
SECURITY LOCK SLOTINFRARED PORT MODEM JACK FAN VENTS
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