Toshiba PORTEGE 2010 User Manual

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Portégé® 2010 User’s Guide

If you need assistance:

❖ InTouch

Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777

Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273

For more information, see Chapter 8 on page 149.

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Model: Portégé 2010

Compact Disk-ReWritable

The computer system you purchased may include a Compact DiskReWritable (CD-RW), one of the most advanced 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. 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 (“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 OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

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.

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

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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

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.

NOTE: 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 or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port,

PS/2 port to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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.

, i.LINK® port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made

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❖ This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Contact:

Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92618-1697 (949) 583-3000

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.

Installation

When you are ready to install or use the modem, call your local telephone company and give them the following information:

❖ The telephone number of the line to which you will connect the

modem.

❖ The FCC registration number of the modem.

❖ The ringer equivalence number (REN) of the modem, which is 0.3B.

The modem connects to the telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.

Type of Service

Your modem is designed to be used on standard-device telephone lines. Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office implemented systems) is prohibited. Connection to party lines service is subject to State tariffs. If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can connect to it, the telephone company will provide this information upon request.

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

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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 any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may cause harm to the telephone network. If the telephone company notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If advance notice is not feasible, you will be notified as soon as possible. When you are notified, you will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. In the event repairs are ever needed on your modem, they should be performed by Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba .

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 to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine 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, other entity or individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity or individual.

In order to program this information into your fax modem, you should complete the setup for your fax software before sending a message.

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1 NOTICE: 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

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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.

2 The 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 the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

3 The 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 B), as

defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi

Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.

) certification as defined by the WECA

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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.

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 of 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.

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.

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.

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Caution: 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. When using this device in combination with Wireless LAN Outdoor Antenna products, a certain separation distance between antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance. The distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20.0 cm.

Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information.

The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.

Interference Statement

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. 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 and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖ Increase the distance between the equipment and the 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.

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.

The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.

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Approved Countries for use

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries in Fig.1.

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Iceland Ireland Italy

Japan Luxembourg Mexico

Netherlands New Zealand Norway

Poland Portugal Spain

Sweden Switzerland UK

USA

Caution: Do not use this equipment except in the countries in Fig.1.

CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW Safety Instructions

The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-ROM/CD-RW drives employ a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

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Location of the required label

(Sample shown below. Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary.)

CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use this model properly, read the instruction manual carefully and keep it for your future reference. In case of any trouble with this model, please contact your nearest “AUTHORIZED service station.” To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in the owner’s manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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.

Export Administration Regulation

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.

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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

Portégé, Noteworthy, Fn-esse and InTouch are registered trademarks, and SelectServ is a trademark, of Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

CompuServe is a registered trademark of America Online, Inc.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks, and Windows Media is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Wi-Fi is a trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance.

TouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc.

SPANworks is a trademark of SPANworks USA.

All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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 ..............................................................20

This guide .............................................................. 20

Safety icons ........................................................... 21

Other icons used.............................................. 22

Other documentation ............................................. 22

Service options ...................................................... 23

Chapter 1: Finding Your Way Around ........................ 24

Making sure you have everything .......................... 24

Front with the display panel closed........................ 25

Left side ................................................................. 25

Back....................................................................... 26

Right side............................................................... 27

Underside .............................................................. 28

Front with the display panel open .......................... 29

Keyboard indicator panel ................................. 31

System indicator panel .................................... 31

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Contents

Chapter 2: Getting Started ........................................ 34

Selecting a place to work ....................................... 34

Creating a computer-friendly environment....... 34

Keeping yourself comfortable .......................... 35

Precautions............................................................ 38

Setting up your computer ...................................... 39

Installing additional memory (optional) ........... 40

Connecting a mouse ........................................ 44

Connecting a printer ........................................ 44

Connecting the modem.................................... 45

Connecting to a power source ......................... 45

Connecting other external devices ................... 48

Using the computer for the first time..................... 48

Opening the display panel................................ 48

Turning on the power....................................... 49

Using the TouchPad......................................... 50

Setting up your software.................................. 51

Registering your computer with Toshiba ......... 52

Powering off the computer .................................... 54

Closing the display panel ................................. 54

Caring for your computer....................................... 55

Cleaning the computer..................................... 55

Moving the computer....................................... 55

Using a computer lock ..................................... 56

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics ................................. 57

Computing tips ...................................................... 57

Using the keyboard ................................................ 59

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys ......................................... 59

Character keys ................................................. 59

Function keys................................................... 60

Windows

Overlay keys..................................................... 61

Starting a program................................................. 63

special keys.................................... 60

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Saving your work................................................... 63

Printing your work ................................................. 64

Using optional external diskettes ........................... 64

Inserting and removing diskettes..................... 65

Copying documents to a diskette..................... 65

Taking care of diskettes.................................... 66

Backing up your work ............................................ 67

Restoring your work .............................................. 68

Playing audio ........................................................ 68

Setting up for communications.............................. 70

Connecting your computer to a network.......... 70

An overview of using the Internet .......................... 71

The Internet ..................................................... 71

The World Wide Web ....................................... 71

Internet Service Providers................................ 72

Connecting to the Internet ............................... 72

Surfing the Internet.......................................... 73

Internet features............................................... 73

Uploading and downloading files from

the Internet ................................................ 74

Toshiba’s online resources..................................... 74

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing ................................... 75

Toshiba’s energy-saver design ............................... 75

Running the computer on battery power ............... 75

Using additional battery packs ......................... 76

Taking care of your battery..................................... 77

Safety precautions ........................................... 77

Maximizing battery life..................................... 78

Charging batteries.................................................. 79

Charging the main battery................................ 79

Charging the RTC battery................................. 80

Using a battery charger.................................... 80

Monitoring main battery power.............................. 81

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Determining remaining battery power.............. 82

What to do when the main battery runs low .... 82

Conserving battery power ..................................... 83

Setting a power usage mode............................ 84

Using battery alarms.............................................. 85

Setting battery alarms...................................... 85

Turning off the display automatically ..................... 86

Enabling the screen saver ................................ 86

Changing the main battery ..................................... 87

Removing the battery from the computer ........ 87

Inserting a charged battery .............................. 89

Disposing of used batteries safely ......................... 90

Traveling tips.......................................................... 91

Chapter 5: Expansion Options................................... 92

Using your computer at the office.......................... 92

Optional Slim Port Replicator ................................ 93

Back of the optional Slim Port Replicator ........ 93

Front of the optional Slim Port Replicator........ 93

Using the optional Slim Port Replicator ................. 94

Attaching the optional Slim Port Replicator

to the computer ......................................... 94

Connecting the optional external USB

diskette drive ................................................... 95

Using an external keyboard.................................... 97

Connecting a keyboard .................................... 97

Using an external monitor...................................... 97

Connecting the monitor ................................... 97

Connecting a mouse or a printer............................ 98

Using PC Cards...................................................... 99

Hot swapping PC Cards ................................... 99

Inserting a PC Card........................................ 100

Removing a PC Card...................................... 101

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Using a Secure Digital (SD) card.......................... 102

Inserting a Secure Digital (SD) card............... 102

Removing a Secure Digital (SD) card............. 103

Chapter 6: Enhancing Productivity .......................... 104

Windows® XP special features............................. 104

Personalizing your desktop.................................. 105

Customizing the taskbar ................................ 105

Bringing the world to your desktop................ 106

Changing desktop and browsing style ........... 107

Personalizing individual windows .................. 108

Customizing window toolbars........................ 109

Displaying information about each folder ...... 110

Emulating a full-size keyboard ............................. 111

Setting up for communications............................ 112

Determining the COM port ............................ 112

Using the Ethernet LAN Port .......................... 113

Accessing a LAN ............................................ 114

Exchanging data with another computer.............. 114

Transferring application files.......................... 114

Setting up a direct cable connection .............. 115

Using audio features ............................................ 117

Using external speakers or headphones......... 117

Recording sounds.......................................... 118

Using a microphone....................................... 118

Adjusting recording settings .......................... 119

Powering down the computer.............................. 119

Turn Off or Shut down command................... 120

Restart command .......................................... 120

Hibernation command ................................... 121

Standby command......................................... 121

Using Turn Off or Shut down ............................... 122

Turning off more quickly ................................ 123

Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down .... 126

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Using Hibernation ................................................ 126

Enabling the Hibernation command ............... 126

Going into Hibernation mode ......................... 128

Going into Hibernation mode more quickly.... 130

Starting again from Hibernation..................... 130

Using Standby ..................................................... 130

Going into Standby mode more quickly ......... 131

Starting again from Standby .......................... 134

Chapter 7: Toshiba Utilities ..................................... 135

Fn-esse ................................................................ 135

Starting Fn-esse............................................. 136

Assigning a key to a program or document ... 137

Viewing existing key assignments ................. 139

Changing or removing existing key

assignments ............................................ 139

Hotkey utility........................................................ 139

Expansion device properties ................................ 140

Accessing Mobile Extension Service

Configuration ........................................... 140

TOSHIBA Console ................................................ 141

Customizing Your Computer .......................... 142

Network ......................................................... 143

Security.......................................................... 143

TOSHIBA Button Controls .............................. 143

Power Management ....................................... 144

Toshiba Hardware Setup ................................ 147

Chapter 8: If Something Goes Wrong ..................... 149

Problems that are easy to fix ............................... 149

Problems when you turn on the computer........... 151

The Windows

Using Startup options to fix problems ........... 153

Internet problems .......................................... 154

operating system is not working . 153

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The Windows® XP operating system

can help you ............................................ 155

Resolving a hardware conflict.............................. 155

A plan of action.............................................. 156

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .... 156

Fixing a problem with Device Manager .......... 158

Memory module problems............................. 160

Power and the batteries ................................. 160

Keyboard problems........................................ 162

Display problems ........................................... 163

Disk drive problems....................................... 165

Sound system problems ................................ 167

PC Card problems.......................................... 167

Printer problems............................................ 170

Modem problems........................................... 171

Develop good computing habits .......................... 172

If you need further assistance.............................. 173

Before you call ............................................... 173

Contacting Toshiba ........................................ 174

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ........................ 175

Toshiba’s worldwide offices ................................. 175

Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 179

Volume Mute........................................................ 179

Volume Control.................................................... 179

Password security ............................................... 180

Without a password....................................... 180

With a password ............................................ 180

Maintaining security when the battery isn’t fully

charged.................................................... 181

Power usage mode ............................................. 182

Standby mode...................................................... 183

Hibernation mode ............................................... 184

Display modes ..................................................... 185

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Contents

Display brightness ............................................... 185

Keyboard hot keys .............................................. 186

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors ..................... 187

USA and Canada ............................................ 187

United Kingdom ............................................. 187

Australia......................................................... 187

Europe ........................................................... 187

Glossary ..................................................................188

Index .......................................................................204

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Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, your access to information can accompany you wherever you go.

You will find that your Microsoft operating system is already installed on your computer. It offers exciting features and easy Internet access.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end.

❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.

❖ Use the table of contents and the index to find specific

information.

If you are new to computers, or have not used a notebook computer before, read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on. After that, seek out whatever interests you most.

Windows® XP Professional

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Safety icons

This manual 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:

DANGER: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in death or serious bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

WARNING: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in bodily injury if the safety instruction is not observed.

Introduction

Safety icons

CAUTION: This icon indicates the existence of a hazard that could result in damage to equipment or property if the safety instruction is not observed.

NOTE: This icon indicates information that relates to the safe operation of the equipment or related items.

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Introduction

Service options

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ Toshiba's Web site at Toshiba.com.

If you have a problem or need to contact Toshiba, see “If

Something Goes Wrong” on page 149.

warranty programs. For more information, visit

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Chapter 1

Finding Your Way Around

This chapter presents a grand tour of your Portégé 2010 computer. It serves as a reference for you to locate specific parts of the computer.

Making sure you have everything

Before you do anything else, consult the Quick Start card shipped with your unit to make sure you received everything.

If any items are missing or damaged, notify your network administrator or authorized Toshiba representative immediately. For additional help, see “If you need further

assistance” on page 173.

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Finding Your Way Around

Front with the display panel closed

Display latch

The display latch locks the display panel. Press the latch to release it.

Left side

Security lock slot

Cooling vent Secure Digital (SD) card slot

Attaching a special cable to the antitheft security lock slot lets you anchor your computer to a large, heavy object, such as your desk.

The cooling vent prevents the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) from overheating so that it can continue to perform at its maximum speed.

The Secure Digital (SD) card slot holds a stamp-size flash memory card with a capacity of 16 MB, 32 MB, 64 MB or 128 MB.

The Secure Digital (SD) LED light indicates the card slot is in use.

Secure Digital (SD) LED light

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Back

Finding Your Way Around

Back

Ether

Modem

port

The modem port lets you use a RJ11 telephone cable to connect the modem directly to a standard telephone line. For more information, see “Connecting the modem” on page 45.

The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link.

Use the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB) ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals.

DEFINITION: USB 2.0 is a peripheral expansion standard that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps for peripherals such as keyboards and pointing devices. USB peripherals have a single standard for cables and connectors. The USB standard also allows hot swapping of peripherals.

The RGB (monitor) port lets you connect an external monitor or projector to your computer.

The DC-IN jack is where you plug in the AC adapter. For more information, see “Connecting to a power source” on

page 45.

LAN port

USB 2.0 ports

RGB (monitor) port

DC-IN jack

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Right side

Finding Your Way Around

Right side

Infrared port

Microphone jack

Headphone

Wi-Fi antenna on-off switch

The Wi-Fi antenna on-off switch turns the computer’s Wi-Fi antenna on or off.

The 3.5 mm diameter headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones. Connecting headphones to this jack automatically disables the internal speaker. For more information about the Portégé 2010’s audio capabilities, see

“Using audio features” on page 117.

The 3.5 mm diameter monaural microphone jack lets you connect an external microphone for recording sound.

The infrared port allows cordless communication with a computer or other device, such as a printer, that has a compatible infrared port.

The PC Card eject button releases the PC Card from the PC Card slot. For more information, see “Using PC Cards”

on page 99.

The PC Card slot can hold one Type I PC Card or one Type II PC Card. For more information, see “Using PC Cards” on

page 99.

jack

PC Card slot

PC Card eject button

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Finding Your Way Around

Underside

Expansion port

Main battery release latch

Main battery

module

Speaker

The expansion port allows you to connect the computer to an expansion device such as the optional Slim Port Replicator. A shutter door protects this port.

The spring-loaded main battery release latch locks and unlocks the battery module, which holds the main battery in place.

The removable main battery module powers the computer when you’re away from an AC power source. Using the main battery, you can work without an external power source.

Expansion memory slot cover

Hard disk drive

cover

For more information about inserting or removing the main battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 87.

The speaker allows you to hear sounds, such as system alarms or audio files played on optional media devices.

The expansion memory slot cover protects the slot that holds any extra memory added to your computer. For more information on expanding your computer’s memory, see

“Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 40.

The hard disk drive cover protects the slot that holds the hard disk drive.

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Front with the display panel open

Screen

Keyboard

System

indicator panel

Power button

Function keys

To uc hP ad

Primary control button

Secondary control button

The computer’s screen is a Poly-Silicon Technology, Thin Film Transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD) that provides clear, sharp, color images.

The Portégé 2010 has an 12.1-inch screen (measured diagonally) capable of showing 1024 x 768 pixels in up to 16 million colors. You can adjust the tilt of the screen for the most comfortable viewing angle.

Keyboard indicator panel

Internet button

TOSHIBA Console button

You can also connect an external monitor to the computer. For more information, see “Using an external monitor” on

page 97.

The keyboard provides all the functionality of a full-size keyboard. For detailed information, see “Using the keyboard”

on page 59.

The system indicator panel is located above the keyboard on the left side, just below the open display panel. It consists of

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six lights that provide information about the current status of your computer.

The power button turns the computer on and off.

The function keys, when used with the several different system functions. For more information, see

“Hot Keys” on page 179.

The TouchPad stroke of a finger.

The Primary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the primary button on a mouse.

The Secondary control button next to the TouchPad acts like the secondary button on a mouse.

The keyboard indicator panel is a set of lights below keys F10 and F11. For more information, see “Keyboard indicator

panel” on page 31.

The Internet button turns on the computer and launches your default Internet browser.

The TOSHIBA Console button allows quick access to various functions.

enables you to move the cursor with the

Fn key, activate

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Cursor control mode

The cursor control mode light glows when the cursor control overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key moves the cursor in the direction of the arrow printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the key.

The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on. When this light is on, pressing an overlay key types the number printed on the key instead of typing the letter printed on the key.

The Caps lock light on the lock is on. When this light is on, pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase (capital) letter.

System indicator panel

AC power

On/off

High-capacity battery

Numeric mode

Caps lock key glows when the Caps

Main battery

Hard disk drive

Wi-Fi indicator light

The AC power light shows the power status of the AC adapter.

❖ No illumination means that the AC adapter is not

connected.

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❖ Green means the system is receiving power from the AC

adapter.

❖ Flashing amber means there may be a problem with the

AC adapter, the main battery, or the computer. Unplug the AC adapter, remove the main battery, and reinstall it. (See “Changing the main battery” on page 87.)

For more information, see “Connecting to a power source” on

page 45.

The on/off light indicates whether the computer’s power switch is turned on and whether the computer is in Standby mode.

❖ No illumination means the power is off with the

computer in boot mode.

❖ Green means the power switch is turned on, and power is

being supplied.

❖ Flashing amber, in two-second intervals, means the

computer is in Standby mode.

The main battery light indicates the status of the computer’s main battery.

❖ No illumination means the main battery is not in use and

the AC adapter is not connected.

❖ Green means the main battery is fully charged.

❖ Amber means the main battery is charging (AC adapter

connected).

❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and

it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter.

For more information, see “Monitoring main battery power”

on page 81.

The high-capacity battery light indicates whether the computer’s high-capacity battery (if present) is currently in use.

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The hard disk drive light indicates whether the internal hard disk drive is currently in use.

❖ No illumination means the hard disk drive is idle.

❖ Green or flashing green means that the hard disk is being

accessed.

The Wi-Fi indicator light 802.11b (referred to as Wi-Fi wireless fidelity) indicator light glows amber when the Wi-Fi antenna is turned on.

NOTE: For environments that do not permit wireless use or instruct you to turn off all radio devices (for example, aboard commercial aircraft), you should turn the Wi-Fi antenna switch off.

CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any drive is in use. Doing so may damage the media in use and result in loss of data.

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Chapter 2

Getting Started

This chapter provides tips for working comfortably, summarizes how to connect components, and explains what to do the first time you use your notebook computer.

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and location

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area from:

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

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❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

CAUTION: If you spill liquid into the computer, turn it off, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again.

If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your Toshiba service representative or your network administrator.

❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,

such as stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the computer) or speakerphones.

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

Keeping yourself comfortable

Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common as people spend more time using their computers. With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day.

WARNING: Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or arms bother you while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the discomfort persists, consult a physician.

This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries. For more information, consult books on ergonomics, repetitive-strain injury, and repetitive-stress syndrome.

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Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries:

❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable

height and distance. You should be able to type without twisting your torso or neck, and look at the screen without slouching.

❖ If you are using an external monitor, the top of the screen

should be no higher than eye level.

❖ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height

and distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

When using your computer, maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly. Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain. Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair. Whichever type you choose, use the following guidelines to adjust your chair for maximum computing comfort.

Below eye level

Approximately 90-degree angles

Footrest

Correct posture and positioning of the computer

❖ Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly

below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type

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comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor.

If you are using a conventional chair:

❖ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If

necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs.

❖ Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower

curve of your spine. If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support. Lower-back-support cushions are available at many office supply stores.

❖ Sit with your back straight so that your knees, hips, and

elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Avoid slumping forward or leaning back too far.

Lighting

Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain.

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that

sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen. Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare.

❖ Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that

could shine directly in your eyes.

❖ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer

work area.

Arms and wrists

❖ Avoid bending, arching or twisting your wrists. Keep

them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

❖ Exercise your hands, wrists and arms to improve

circulation.

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Precautions

Work habits

The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your working day. Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

❖ Take frequent breaks to change position, stretch your

muscles and relieve your eyes. A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours.

❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long

periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least thirty seconds.

Precautions

❖ Avoid spilling liquids on the computer’s keyboard.

If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard, turn off the computer immediately. Leave the computer turned off overnight to give it time to dry out before you use it again.

❖ If a drive-in-use light indicates the drive is being

accessed, don’t turn off the computer.

Powering off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive or both.

❖ Keep the computer and diskettes away from objects that

generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

Information on diskettes is stored magnetically. Getting a magnet too close to a diskette can erase important files.

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❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette or email, or download from the Internet.

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set up steps up to "Setting up your software" on page 51 before adding external or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.

Your computer contains a rechargeable main battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.

To use external power or to charge the battery, you must attach the AC adapter. See “Connecting to an AC outlet” on

page 46.

Getting Started

To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line. See “Connecting the modem” on page 45.

Before starting to use your computer, you may also want to:

❖ Add more memory

❖ Connect a mouse (see “Connecting a mouse” on page 44)

❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see “Connecting a

keyboard” on page 97)

❖ Connect an external monitor (see “Using an external

monitor” on page 97)

❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on

page 44)

❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 99)

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Installing additional memory (optional)

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.

One slot is available for adding a memory module.

To install a memory module:

CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before handling the module, touch a grounded metal surface.

1 Turn the computer off.

CAUTION: Do not try to install a memory module with the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the module.

2 Remove all cables connected to the computer.

Main battery module

Base of the computer

Expansion memory

slot cover

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3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main

battery module. Refer to “Removing the battery from the

computer” on page 87 for more information.

Removing the memory slot cover screws

4 Remove the two screws securing the expansion memory

slot cover and store them in a safe place.

NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.

5 Lift off the cover.

Inserting the memory module

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6 Align the connector on the memory module with the

computer’s connector and carefully press the module above the connector to ensure a solid connection.

CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

Press only the area above the connector. Do not press on the electronic components.

7 Secure the memory model with the one screw that came

with the memory module.

CAUTION: Use only the screw that came with the memory module.

8 Seat the memory slot cover and secure it with the two

screws.

NOTE: Use a point size 0 Phillips screwdriver.

9 When you turn the computer on, it should automatically

recognize the total memory capacity. Use the Toshiba Hardware Setup program to verify that the added memory is recognized. If it is not recognized, check the module’s connection.

NOTE: When you view the memory display, the total amount will be reduced by 16 MB, which is used for VRAM.

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Removing a memory module

To remove the memory module:

1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to

the computer.

CAUTION: Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode. You can damage the computer and the memory module.

2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the main

battery module.

3 Remove the two screws securing the memory module

cover and store them in a safe place.

4 Lift off the cover.

5 Remove the screw that secures the memory module.

6 Fit two slender objects such as tweezers under the

memory module on each side of the connector and pry up to disconnect the module.

7 Grasp the memory module by the sides and lift it out.

CAUTION: Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

8 Seat the cover and secure it with the two screws.

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Setting up your computer

Connecting a mouse

You may want to use a USB-compatible mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device.

To connect the mouse to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator, plug its cable into one of the USB ports. You can connect it while the computer is on.

The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time.

Connecting a printer

You can connect a USB-compatible printer to your computer. To determine if the printer is USB-compatible, check its documentation. If it is USB-compatible, 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. Otherwise, you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions.

To connect a printer to your computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator:

1 Connect the USB cable to the printer and to one of the

USB ports.

2 Connect the printer’s power cable to a wall outlet and

turn on the printer.

See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps, or see “Setting up a printer” on page 52.

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Connecting the modem

Your computer comes with an integrated V.92 modem, which you can connect as follows

1 Locate the modem port on the back of your computer.

2 Plug one end of the telephone cable (provided) into the

port.

Connecting the internal modem

3 Connect the other end of the telephone cable to the jack

of a standard voice-grade telephone line.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

HINT: If you are using a telephone line at home, disable Call Waiting before you connect through the modem. Call Waiting interrupts transmission.

For more detailed information regarding your system’s V.92 modem, visit the Toshiba web site at

www.pcsupport.toshiba.com

Connecting to a power source

TECHNICAL NOTE: The main battery doesn’t charge while the computer is consuming full capacity. For more information on your computer’s power management, see “Power Management” on

page 144.

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Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live power outlet, or use the main battery and the optional high-capacity battery.

Connecting to an AC outlet

The AC adapter enables you to power the computer from a wall outlet and to charge the computer’s main battery.

DANGER: Hold the power cable by its plug when you connect/ disconnect it. Do NOT pull the cable itself. Doing so may damage the power cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock.

To connect the computer to an external power source:

1 Connect the socket end of the power cable to the AC

adapter.

Connecting the power cable to the AC adapter

CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supplied with the computer. Using any other AC adapter could damage the computer and void your warranty.

2 Connect the DC-OUT end of the AC adapter cable to the

DC-IN jack on the back of the computer.

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Connecting the AC adapter cable to the computer

3 Insert the plug end of the power cable into a live wall

outlet.

The AC power light on the indicator panel glows green.

If the main battery is present, the main battery light glows:

❖ Green if the main battery is fully charged

❖ Amber if the main battery is charging

4 If the AC power light flashes amber during charging,

either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply.

Disconnect the AC cable and remove the main battery pack. See “If Something Goes Wrong” on page 149 for troubleshooting information.

Using the main battery

Your computer came with its main battery already installed. Before using the main battery to power the computer, you must first charge it.

To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged in for at least six hours with the computer turned off. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer.

For more information about installing or removing the main battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 87.

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Connecting other external devices

For more information on attaching the Slim Port Replicator, an external monitor and other external USB-compatible devices, such as a keyboard and diskette drive, see the “Expansion Options” chapter on page 92.

Using the computer for the first time

For information on connecting devices, see “Setting up your

computer” on page 39.

Opening the display panel

Press the display panel latch and lift the display panel.

Opening the display panel

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the display panel, don’t force it beyond the point where it moves easily.

Never lift or move the computer using the display panel.

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Turning on the power

1 If the optional external diskette drive is connected, check

that it is empty.

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Using the computer for the first time

Turning on the power

2 Locate the oval-shaped power button above the F4 and F5

keys at the top of the keyboard. Turn on the computer by pressing the button for at least one second.

The on/off light on the system indicator panel glows green, indicating that the computer is on.

HINT: After turning on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has completely loaded.

The AC power light glows green when the computer is connected to an external power source.

The main battery light:

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❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being

charged.

❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged.

❖ Is unlit when the computer is not connected to an

external power source.

The hard disk drive light flashes to indicate that the hard disk drive is currently in use.

CAUTION: Never turn off the computer while any of the drives is in use.

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’d 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.

❖ To move it to the left side, slide your finger from right to

left.

NOTE: 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.

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Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can double-tap the TouchPad or click the buttons to open a program or file, or to get information about an icon.

Primary and secondary control buttons

When you want to click or choose an item, use the TouchPad to move the pointer/cursor to the item. Once the pointer/ cursor is positioned, you can double-tap the TouchPad or click the buttons to open a program or file, or to get information about an icon.

The control buttons are adjacent to the TouchPad and are used like the buttons on a mouse. The primary control button is the left one and corresponds to the left mouse button. To doubleclick, press the primary button twice in rapid succession.

The function of the secondary 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 secondary mouse button.

Setting up your software

The first time you turn on your computer, the Setup Wizard guides you through steps to set up your software.

1 From the welcome screen, click Next to enter the Setup

Wizard.

2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

Agreement and click Next.

3 Enter your name and the name of your company or

organization and click Next.

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4 Enter the information about your computer.

NOTE: If your computer has the Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional operating system and will be connected to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings.

5 Set the correct date, time and time zone for your

computer and click Next.

Your computer restarts automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Registering your computer lets Toshiba keep you up-to-date with information about new products and upgrades, and also extends your Toshiba warranty worldwide at no charge to you. You can register your computer with Toshiba by doubleclicking the icon on your desktop or by mailing the registration card that may ship with your computer.

NOTE: To register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line.

Setting up a printer

TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions.

If you have a printer, follow these steps to set it up for the first time. You only need to set up the printer once.

1 Click Start, Printers and Faxes.

The Printers and Faxes window appears.

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2 Click Add a Printer.

The Add Printer Wizard appears

Sample Add Printer Wizard

Getting Started

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.

Customizing your computer’s settings

There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements. Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details.

You may also wish to customize your power usage settings. For more information, see “Turning off the display

automatically” on page 86. There are additional custom

settings you can choose. See “Toshiba Utilities” on page 135.

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Powering off the computer

It’s a good idea to power off your computer when you are not using it for a while.

If you are using the computer for the first time, leave the computer plugged into a power source (even though the computer is off) to fully charge the main battery. With the computer off, it may take up to six hours to charge the main battery.

Guidelines for powering off the computer:

❖ If you have work in progress and aren’t connected to a

network, use the Hibernate command to save your system settings to the hard disk so that, when you turn on the computer again, you automatically return to where you left off.

❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, power

down the computer. The Windows operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows network server (domain server) or the Turn Off command if you are not.

❖ When the hard disk drive light on the system indicator

panel is on, don’t turn off the power. Doing so may damage your hard disk.

For more information, see “Powering down the computer” on

page 119.

Closing the display panel

When you are finished using the computer, power off and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

If you close the display panel while the computer is still on, one of these actions will occur:

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❖ If you have the audible warning set, the computer will

beep to notify you that it is still on. (See “Toshiba

Hardware Setup” on page 147.)

❖ If you have an action feature set, the computer will

perform that action (Nothing, Standby, Hibernate). For more information, see “Power Management” on

page 144.

Caring for your computer

This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer. For information about taking care of your computer’s main battery, see “Safety precautions” on

page 77.

Cleaning the computer

CAUTION: Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

Getting Started

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your network administrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.

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.

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Caring for your computer

Using a computer lock

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy

PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable

To secure the computer:

1 Loop the cable through or around some part of a heavy

object.

Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the cable off the object.

2 Pass the locking end through the loop.

computer lock cable.

3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot

on your computer, then engage the locking device.

The computer is now securely locked.

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Chapter 3

Learning the Basics

This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system’s basic features.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all unsaved work, if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Setting

battery alarms” on page 85.

HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature which you can turn on. This feature saves your file to the hard disk at preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.

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Computing tips

❖ Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable

storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place.

If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may 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 help your computer perform at its optimal level. Consult your Windows system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.

❖ Always use the proper procedure to power off the

computer. See “Powering down the computer” on

page 119.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you don’t let the operating system shut down, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

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Using the keyboard

Alt (Alternate) key Fn key Ctrl (Control) key

Sample parts of the keyboard

Function keys

Character keys

Learning the Basics

Using the keyboard

Windows keys

Numeric and

cursor control overlay

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

Alt

Ctrl

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

The Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.

Character keys

Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter, except that:

❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just

passing over an area of the page.

❖ The lowercase l (el) and the number 1 are not

interchangeable.

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❖ The uppercase O (oh) and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to

uppercase—the number and symbol keys are not affected.

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard. They are called function keys because they run programmed functions determined by the application you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.

Hot keys

When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer. For more information, see “Hot Keys” on

page 179.

Windows® special keys

tart key

Application key

Windows® special keys

The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions:

❖ The Windows

❖ The Application key has the same function as the

secondary (or right mouse) control button.

Fn key) are the

logo key opens the Start menu.

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Overlay keys

Keyboard overlay keys

The keys with numbers and symbols on them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the tenkey keypad on a full-size keyboard.

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Using the numeric keyboard overlay

To turn the numeric overlay on and off, press Fn and F11 simultaneously. The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on.

You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on.

Once the numeric overlay is turned on:

To Procedure

Type lowercase letters Press and hold down

you type the letters

Type uppercase letters Press

Fn and Shift simultaneously

while you type the letters

Fn while

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Using the keyboard

To Procedure

Use the cursor control keys

To turn off the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard

press indicator panel goes out.

Press and hold down you use the overlay keys, then release numeric overlay

Shift to return to the

Shift while

Using the cursor control overlay

To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously. The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.

Once the cursor control overlay is on:

To Procedure

Type lowercase letters Press and hold down

type the letters

Type uppercase letters Press

Fn and Shift simultaneously

while you type the letters

Fn while you

To turn off the cursor control overlay, hold down the and press keyboard indicator panel goes out.

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

Fn key

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Starting a program

The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name of the file that contains the information you want to work on. To find the file, use My Computer or Windows

If you prefer to open the program first, you have the following options:

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop

❖ Use the Start menu

❖ Use Windows

❖ Use the Run dialog box

For more information, see Help and Support in the Start menu.

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette.

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Starting a program

Explorer.

Explorer to locate the program file

NOTE: Always save your data even when you are using the Stand by command. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low, see “Using battery alarms” on

page 85.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as every 15 minutes. Check your programs’ documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature.

To save:

❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu

and click Save.

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Printing your work

❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a

name for the file, and click OK.

HINT: To make another copy of the file you are currently working with, choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name.

Printing your work

Verify that the Windows® XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up a printer” on page 52.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the operating system to run with the additional printer(s).

To print a file:

1 If your printer is not on, turn it on now.

2 In the File menu of your program, click Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

3 Click OK to print.

Using optional external diskettes

To use diskettes, you must connect the optional external USB diskette drive to the USB port on the back of the computer, or to the optional Slim Port Replicator. See “Connecting the

optional external USB diskette drive” on page 95 for more

information.

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Using optional external diskettes

Inserting and removing diskettes

1 Insert a diskette into the insertion slot until it clicks in

place.

A protective flap inside the drive’s insertion slot automatically retracts when you insert a diskette.

The diskette-in-use light glows when the computer is accessing a diskette.

2 Push the diskette eject button to remove a diskette from

the drive.

Copying documents to a diskette

Diskettes provide an easy means of transferring files from one computer to another. Copying a file to a diskette also gives you a backup copy in case something happens to the original on your hard disk. This section describes how to use the My Computer window to copy a file from the hard disk to a diskette.

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To copy files to a diskette:

1 Connect the optional external USB diskette drive to the

computer.

2 Insert a diskette into the drive.

3 Double-click the My Computer icon.

The operating system opens the My Computer window.

4 Double-click the drive that contains the file you want to

copy.

The operating system displays the contents of the drive.

5 Double-click the folder that contains the file, then click

the file you want to copy.

HINT: Use the Ctrl or Shift key to select more than one file.

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6 On the menu bar, click File, then click Send To.

7 Click the icon for 3½ Floppy (A:).

The operating system copies the file(s).

HINT: You can also copy a file to diskette by clicking the file (or files) you want to copy with the secondary button, then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 ½ Floppy (A:).

Taking care of diskettes

To protect the data stored on your diskettes:

❖ Store your diskettes in their boxes or other containers to

protect them and keep them clean.

❖ Keep diskettes at room temperature and avoid exposing

them to direct sunlight. Otherwise data may be lost.

❖ Keep your diskettes away from sources of magnetism,

such as speakers and radios, since these can destroy data.

❖ Clean dirty diskettes with a soft cloth moistened in water.

Do not use cleaning fluids.

Avo id :

❖ Sliding back the protective metal cover.

❖ Touching the magnetic surface of a diskette. Fingerprints

can prevent the drive from reading the data held on a diskette.

❖ Twisting or bending a diskette.

❖ Placing heavy objects on your diskettes.

❖ Eating, smoking or using erasers near your diskettes.

Foreign particles can damage the surface.

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Backing up your work

To back up several files at one time, use the Backup or Restore Wizard. You can choose the files and the type of backup you want to perform.

1 Connect the backup device to your computer as shown in

the manufacturer’s instructions.

2 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools,

Backup.

The Backup or Restore Wizard window appears.

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Backing up your work

Sample Backup or Restore Wizard window

3 Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Restoring your work

You can also use the Backup or Restore Wizard to restore information from your backup media to your hard disk.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When restoring files, the backup program prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on the hard disk. Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file.

Playing audio

Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray.

The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window. To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK.

Sample Audio CD window

The Windows Media Player window appears.

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Playing audio

Rewind Play Stop Previous track Next track Mute

Volume control

Fast forward

Sample Windows MediaTM Player screen

The Windows Media

Player control panel works much like

an ordinary compact disc player:

❖ To play the CD or to pause, click the Play/Pause button

on the CD Player control panel.

❖ To stop the CD, click the Stop button.

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Setting up for communications

To connect to the Internet, use an online service, or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer, you need:

❖ A modem (supplied with your computer)

❖ A telephone line

❖ A browser or communications program

❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) or an online service if

you plan to use the Internet

Before you can use the modem, you must connect it to a standard voice-grade telephone line. See “Connecting the

modem” on page 45 for details.

Connecting your computer to a network

To access a network:

❖ At the office, connect the computer to a Local Area

Network (LAN). For more information about connecting to the LAN, consult your network administrator.

❖ Use your computer’s Wi-Fi capability to connect to a

wireless LAN.

❖ While you are at home or traveling, you need a dial-up

connection. Ask your network administrator for the telephone number of the network.

To set up the connection, use the Dial-Up Networking Wizard:

1 Click Start and point to All Programs.

2 Point to Accessories, then to Communications, and

click Network Setup Wizard or Network Connections.

3 Enter the phone number of your network connection and

let the program dial the number.

The computer connects with the network.

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An overview of using the Internet

The following sections give a quick introduction to the Internet and some of its exciting features, under these headings:

❖ The Internet

❖ The World Wide Web

❖ Internet Service Providers

❖ Connecting to the Internet

❖ Surfing the Internet

❖ Internet features

❖ Uploading and downloading files from the Internet

The Internet

The Internet is an association of thousands of networks and millions of computers around the world connected by communications lines. They all work together to share information.

The World Wide Web

The World Wide Web (or ‘Web’) is a subset of the Internet — a collection of interlinked documents (located on computers connected to the Internet) that work together using a specific Internet protocol called Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP).

The World Wide Web offers information as text, images, audio, or video to be referenced from anywhere in the world. Special programs called Web browsers are specifically designed to work with HTTP. They make it easier to connect to a particular network address and send and receive information.

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Internet Service Providers

To connect a computer directly to the Internet, many people and businesses use an Internet Service Provider (ISP). An ISP is a company that has the equipment and the telecommunication lines necessary to maintain an Internet connection.

You can connect to the Internet by using a telephone and modem or through other higher-speed communication methods such as Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL), cable, and satellite links.

Connecting to the Internet

To connect to the Internet, you need:

❖ A modem

❖ A Web browser

❖ A telephone line

❖ An Internet Service Provider (ISP) account

Microsoft’s Web browser, Internet Explorer, is automatically configured on your system so that when you first start it, it guides you through signing up for a new ISP account.

Once you have established an ISP account, you can access the Internet.

1 Connect your computer’s modem to a telephone line.

2 Have your modem dial the ISP’s telephone number, and

establish a connection with the ISP’s computer.

If you are using your computer at the office, then you probably connect to the Internet through your company’s network. See your network administrator about connecting to the Internet.

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Surfing the Internet

Once connected to the Internet, the Web browser displays a home page, for example, your ISP’s home page on the Internet or your company’s Web site home page.

To visit a desired Web site, type in the Web address. The Web address, or Uniform Resource Locator (URL), is a unique identifier for that computer system linked to the Internet. Web addresses can also appear within a Web page’s text, and are known as links. Clicking a link automatically displays the site on your Web browser.

You can also use a Search Engine, a Web site specifically designed to help you look for information.

Internet features

The Internet offers many types of communication tools to help you perform many tasks.

❖ Internet email

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To send and receive email of your own, you need a mailbox on the Web, or an email address.

If you have an account with an ISP, you can probably set up an email address at the same time as you sign up for the service.

❖ Internet chat rooms

A chat room is a Web site that offers a place where people with similar interests and ideas can communicate in real-time, one-on-one or in groups, by typing messages which are instantly viewed by others on their computer screens.

❖ Internet news groups

A news group is similar to a chat room, but instead of using a dedicated site to converse about a specialized subject with others in real-time, it uses a Web site as a

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Toshiba’s online resources

clearinghouse where all the messages are placed, like a gigantic bulletin board.

❖ Online shopping

Many Web sites offer products and services for sale.

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet

Transferring files from one computer to another is termed uploading (transferring data from your computer to a site on the Web), or downloading (transferring data from a site on the Web to your computer).

There are several ways to upload or download data. It can be as simple as attaching a file or document to an email, or you can use the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) features of your Web browser to transfer large amounts of data.

Toshiba’s online resources

Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect. These sites provide information about Toshiba products, give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades. For more information, see

“Contacting Toshiba” on page 174.

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Chapter 4

Mobile Computing

This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling.

Toshiba’s energy-saver design

Your computer enters a low-power standby mode when it is not being used, thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process. It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency.

Many of these energy-saving features have been set by Toshiba. We recommend you leave these features active, allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency, so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling.

Running the computer on battery power

Your computer contains a removable, rechargeable Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Ion Polymer) main battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet. You can recharge the main battery many times.

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Running the computer on battery power

Battery life may vary depending on applications, power management settings and features utilized. Recharge time varies depending on usage. The battery may not charge while the 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 your accessories information that shipped with your computer or visit the Toshiba Web site at toshiba.com.

To ensure that the battery pack maintains its maximum capacity, operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery pack is fully discharged. Refer to “Maximizing battery

life” on page 78 for procedures. If the computer is continuously

operated on AC power, either through an AC adaptor or a docking station for an extended period, more than a month, the battery may fail to retain a charge. It may not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery and the Battery LED may not indicate a low-battery condition.

In addition to the removable Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Ion Polymer) main battery, the computer has an internal real-time clock (RTC) battery. The RTC battery powers the RTC memory, which stores your system configuration settings and the current time and date for up to a month while the computer is turned off.

To increase the length of time you can run the computer on battery power, you can connect a second battery to the optional high-capacity battery connector on the base of the computer.

Using additional battery packs

If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source, you may want to carry additional charged battery packs with you. You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working.

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Taking care of your battery

The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life.

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 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.

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❖ 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 toshibaaccessories.com.

❖ Reverse Polarity should be avoided with all batteries. The

main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity.

❖ Charge the battery pack only in the computer.

❖ When you install the battery pack, you should hear a

click when it is inserted 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:

1 Turn off the computer’s power.

2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer’s

power. If it does not turn on, go to step 4.

3 Operate 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 LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery, go to step 4.

4 Connect the AC adaptor to the computer and the power

cord to a power outlet. The DC-IN or AC power-light LED should glow green, and the Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged. If the DC-IN or AC power-light indicator does not glow, power is not being supplied. Check the connections for the AC adaptor and power cord.

5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED 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 adaptor when the battery is fully

charged. Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life.

❖ If you are not going to use the computer for more than

eight hours, disconnect the AC adaptor.

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❖ Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct

sunlight.

Charging batteries

The main battery and optional high-capacity battery need to be charged before you can use them to power the computer. You can charge the main battery or the high capacity battery using either your computer or an optional battery charger. To charge the high-capacity battery, the main battery must be fully charged.

Charging the main battery

To charge the main battery while it is in your computer, use the AC adapter to connect the computer to a live wall outlet. With the computer off, recharging the main battery takes up to six hours. The main battery takes much longer to charge when the computer is on and should be done using the AC adapter.

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The main battery light:

❖ Glows amber while the main battery is being charged.

❖ Glows green when the main battery is fully charged.

The main battery may not start charging immediately if:

❖ The main battery is extremely hot or cold. To ensure that

the main battery charges to its full capacity, wait until it reaches room temperature.

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❖ The main battery is almost completely discharged. Leave

the power connected and the main battery should begin charging after a few minutes.

HINT: Once the main battery is fully charged, we recommend you operate your computer on battery power until the main battery discharges completely. Doing this extends the life of the main battery and helps ensure accurate monitoring of battery capacity.

Charging the RTC battery

The RTC battery provides power for the internal real-time clock and calendar. During normal use, the main battery keeps the RTC battery adequately charged. Occasionally, the RTC battery may lose its charge completely, especially if you have had the computer turned off for a long time.

To recharge the RTC battery, plug in the computer and leave it turned off for at least 48 hours.

TECHNICAL NOTE: It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on. If the RTC battery is low, the real-time clock and calendar become slow or stop working.

When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged, a warning prompts you to reset the realtime clock.

Using a battery charger

You can purchase an optional battery charger that recharges Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Ion Polymer) battery packs without requiring the use of your computer.

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Use the battery charger to charge the optional high-capacity battery and to charge spare main battery packs.

CAUTION: Avoid leaving batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time. Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery.

Use only battery chargers designed to work with your computer and its batteries. You can order a Toshiba battery charger through the accessories information sheet or Toshiba’s Web site at toshibaaccessories.com.

Monitoring main battery power

The computer’s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery’s current charge:

❖ No illumination means the main battery is not in use or

the AC Adapter is not connected.

❖ Green means the main battery is fully charged.

❖ Amber means the main battery is charging (AC Adapter

connected).

❖ Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and

it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter.

HINT: Be careful not to confuse the main battery light ( ) with the on/off light ( ). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the system is suspended (using the operating system Standby command).

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Determining remaining battery power

NOTE: Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power. The computer needs this time to check the battery’s remaining capacity and perform its calculations.

1 Click Start, then click Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance.

3 Click the Tos h ib a Powe r Sa v er icon.

4 The Power Saver Properties window appears

The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery. The value is shown as a percentage of remaining battery charge.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures. Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery.

What to do when the main battery runs low

When the main battery runs low you can:

❖

Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery.

❖ Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the

main battery with a charged spare.

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❖ Connect the computer to the optional high-capacity

battery.

❖ Save your work and turn off the computer.

If you don’t manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power, the computer automatically enters Hibernation mode and turns itself off. Hibernation mode keeps track of where you were so, when you turn on the power again, you can continue where you left off.

The computer stores information on what you were doing until the main battery runs out of power. If you have Hibernation mode enabled (the default), the computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down.

Conserving battery power

How long a fully charged battery pack lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors, such as:

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❖ How the computer is configured.

❖ How much you use the display panel instead of an

external monitor.

❖ How much you use the hard disk and other drives.

❖ Whether you use any optional devices to which the

battery supplies power.

❖ Where you are working—since operating time decreases

at low temperatures.

Toshiba’s power-saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before having to recharge the main battery.

Toshiba has combined these options into several preset power usage modes.

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Conserving battery power

Setting a power usage mode

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance.

3 Click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.

The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears.

Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window

By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK, you can reconfigure that function. You may choose a power-saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs. If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system resources, you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal setting. Any options that you change become the

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Using battery alarms

active settings when you exit the program. (You do not have to restart your system before they become active settings.)

Using a hot key to select the power usage mode

1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage

pop-up window.

2 While continuing to press

desired power usage mode.

3 Release the

The computer is now in the selected mode.

Fn key.

Using battery alarms

You can configure the computer to warn you when the main battery is running low.

Setting battery alarms

You can set two alarms. Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached. You can set how the warning occurs: sound an alarm, display a message, both, or none. You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off.

To set an alarm or alarms:

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

2 Click Performance and Maintenance.

3 Click Tosh ib a P ow e r Save r.

Fn, press F2 until you select the

The Toshiba Power Saver Properties window appears.

4 In the “Running on batteries” section, click Details.

The mode Properties window appears.

5 Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm(s), as desired.

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Turning off the display automatically

To save power, it’s a good idea to set the display to turn off automatically when you’re not using the computer. You can do this in several ways:

❖ Use the Display Properties to enable the blank screen

saver.

❖ Use the Power Saver Properties to turn off the LCD panel

after a certain amount of time has passed.

Enabling the screen saver

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

2 Click Appearance and Themes.

3 Click Display.

The Display Properties window appears.

4 Click the Screen Saver tab.

Sample Display Properties window with Screen Saver tab displayed

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Changing the main battery

5 In the section labeled Screen Saver, choose the desired

screen saver.

6 In the Wait window, click the up and down buttons to set

the number of minutes of inactivity before the display turns off automatically.

7 Click Apply, then OK.

Changing the main battery

When your main battery has run out of power, you have two options: plug in the AC Adapter or install a fresh main battery.

TECHNICAL NOTE: To avoid losing any data, save your files and then either completely shut down your computer, or put it into Hibernation mode before changing the main battery.

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Removing the battery from the computer

1 Save your work.

2 Power off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode

according to the instructions in “Going into Hibernation

mode more quickly” on page 130.

3 Remove all cables connected to the computer.

4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside

down with the front of the computer facing you.

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Changing the main battery

Sliding the battery release latch and freeing the battery

Pulling the battery out

5 Carefully slide the battery release latch to the left and use

the finger slot near the corner of the battery module to gently pull the battery module free.

WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately following the advice in “Disposing of used batteries safely” on page 90.

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Inserting a charged battery

1 Wipe the battery terminals of the charged battery with a

clean cloth to ensure good connection.

2 Holding the battery at an angle, insert the end facing you

into the front of the battery slot.

Make sure that end fits evenly with the surrounding casing.

3 If you have inserted that end correctly, you will be able to

gently press the rear end into place until the battery latch snaps shut. If that end resists, don’t force it. Simply start over.

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Inserting the battery

CAUTION: Failure to lock the battery cover can result in the battery falling out of the computer case.

4 Turn the computer right side up.

5 Reconnect any cables you removed.

6 Turn on the computer.

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Disposing of used batteries safely

You can recharge a battery pack many times, so it should last for years. When the battery pack needs replacing, the battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the

battery

You must discard a battery pack if it becomes damaged.

CAUTION: The battery pack is a Lithium Ion Polymer (Li-Ion Polymer) battery, which can explode if not properly replaced, used, handled, or disposed of. Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible, it may be illegal. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba.

The materials that came with your computer may include an insert regarding the disposal of batteries. If not, check with your local government for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries.

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Traveling tips

The environmental precautions listed in “Selecting a place to

work” on page 34 also apply while traveling.

❖ Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place

where it could get splashed with moisture or covered in dust.

❖ Always travel with the computer in a carrying case.

Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer. They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals, power cables, diskettes, etc. See your dealer for more information.

NOTE: When traveling by air, you may be required to put your notebook through airport security. The X-ray equipment used will not harm your computer.

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Traveling tips

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Chapter 5

Expansion Options

Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road. This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer.

To order additional devices and accessories, see the accessories information provided with your computer, or visit toshibaaccessories.com.

Using your computer at the office

By connecting an external full-size keyboard, an external monitor, a mouse and a printer, you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model. You can connect a monitor and USB-compatible devices, such as the keyboard, mouse and printer, directly to the computer, or to the optional Slim Port Replicator.

For information on connecting a mouse and a printer, see the “Getting Started” chapter on page 34.

If you want to connect your computer to the office network, you can use the LAN port or your wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) capability.

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Expansion Options

Optional Slim Port Replicator

The optional Slim Port Replicator enhances your mobility because it provides ports that enable you to connect to many expansion devices. The replicator provides more USB ports than the computer, enabling you to use more USB-compatible devices at the same time.

If you use the optional Slim Port Replicator, you cannot use the computer ports at the same time, since attaching the replicator makes the computer ports inaccessible.

Back of the optional Slim Port Replicator

Ether

LAN port

The LAN port lets you connect the computer to a local area network using a 10/100 Ethernet link.

The RGB (monitor) port lets you connect an external monitor. For more information, see “Using an external

monitor” on page 97.

Use the Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals.

You can connect the AC adapter to the DC-IN jack on the optional Slim Port Replicator.

RGB (monitor) port

USB 2.0 ports

Front of the optional Slim Port Replicator

USB 2.0 port

DC-IN jack

USB 2.0 port

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Using the optional Slim Port Replicator

Use the Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports to connect the optional external USB diskette drive or other USB peripherals.

Using the optional Slim Port Replicator

The optional Slim Port Replicator connects to the expansion port on the bottom of the computer. When the port replicator is attached and the power is on, a small light illuminates.

Attaching the optional Slim Port Replicator to the computer

1 Make sure the computer is turned off.

2 Remove all connections from the back of the computer.

Expansion port

Computer’s expansion port for connecting to optional Slim Port Replicator

3 Locate the expansion port on the bottom of the computer.

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Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive

Computer connection port

Optional Slim Port Replicator and where it attaches to your computer

4 Holding the computer firmly, connect the expansion port

on the bottom of the computer to the connection port on top of the optional Slim Port Replicator by pressing straight down.

5 Connect the replicator to a power source.

Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive

The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk, exchanging information with other systems, and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk.

You can attach the optional external USB diskette drive to a USB port on the back of the computer or to any of the USB ports on the optional Slim Port Replicator. You can also attach it while the computer is on.

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Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive

USB connector

Eject button

Diskette-in-use light

Optional external USB diskette drive and connector cable

TECHNICAL NOTE: You may attach the optional external USB diskette drive while the computer is on or off.

If you attempt to access the drive when it is not attached to the computer, you will receive an error message.

To attach the optional external USB diskette drive cable to a USB port on either the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator, gently push the connector into the USB port.

Diskette slot

Attaching the optional diskette drive cable to one of the computer’s USB ports.

The computer automatically recognizes the optional external USB diskette drive and calls it A:.

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Using an external keyboard

If you prefer to use a standard keyboard, you can attach one to a USB port on the computer or on the optional Slim Port Replicator, provided the keyboard is USB-compatible.

Connecting a keyboard

You can connect a USB keyboard while the computer is on.

To connect the keyboard to the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator, gently push the keyboard cable into the USB port.

Using an external monitor

If you prefer to use an external monitor, you can attach one to your computer’s RGB (monitor) port or to the RGB (monitor) port on the optional Slim Port Replicator.

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Connecting the monitor

1 If you are connecting the monitor to your computer or to

the optional Slim Port Replicator, and the replicator is connected to your computer, turn off the computer.

NOTE: Make sure the computer is off before you attach the monitor. Connecting a monitor with the computer’s power on may damage the monitor, the computer, or both.

2 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor)

port on the computer or the optional Slim Port Replicator.

3 Connect the monitor’s power cable to a power source.

4 Turn on the computer.

5 Turn on the external monitor.

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Connecting a mouse or a printer

The computer will use the external monitor and disable the built-in display panel.

If your external monitor can display high-resolution video modes (greater than 800 x 600), you can take advantage of this feature by changing the video mode in Display Properties in the Control Panel.

Using both screens simultaneously

You can view information on the computer’s built-in display and an external monitor simultaneously. The size of the display image on each screen depends upon the video mode.

To send information to both the built-in display panel and the external monitor, change the Power On Display mode option.

To do this using the hot key:

1 Press

2 While holding down

3 Release the

Fn and F5 simultaneously.

Fn, press F5 repeatedly until you get

the desired setting.

This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order: built-in display only, external monitor only, and simultaneous display.

Fn key.

HINT: Simultaneous mode works only with external monitors that support 800 x 600 resolution and higher.

Connecting a mouse or a printer

For information on attaching a mouse or a printer, see

“Connecting a mouse” on page 44 or “Connecting a printer” on page 44.

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Using PC Cards

You may insert one Type I card or one 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.

PC Cards are credit-card sized expansion cards that greatly increase the capabilities of your computer.

Some PC Cards combine several functions. Multifunction cards allow you to get the most out of your PC Card slot.

Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) standard.

TECHNICAL NOTE: For PCMCIA-compatible PC Cards, check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2.1 standard (or later). Other cards may work with your computer, but they are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use.

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Using PC Cards

Hot swapping PC Cards

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.

DEFINITION: Hot swapping is the ability to change PC Cards while the computer is on.

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Inserting a PC Card

Before inserting a PC Card, read the documentation that came with the card to see if it has any special requirements.

HINT: The operating system provides the Card and Socket Services software for your PC Card. Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services, you should use the files included in the operating system.

To install a PC Card:

1 Locate the PC Card slot on your computer.

Inserting a PC Card into the slot

2 Insert the PC Card in the slot.

3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push

firmly, but gently, to ensure a good connection with the computer. Don’t force the card into position.

Toshiba PORTEGE 2010 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Portégé® 2010 User’s Guide

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Service options

Making sure you have everything

Front with the display panel closed

Left side

Back

Right side

Underside

Front with the display panel open

Keyboard indicator panel

System indicator panel

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Precautions

Setting up your computer

Installing additional memory (optional)

Connecting a mouse

Connecting a printer

Connecting the modem

Connecting to a power source

Using the computer for the first time

Connecting other external devices

Opening the display panel

Turning on the power

Using the TouchPad

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Powering off the computer

Closing the display panel

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Ctrl, Fn and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows® special keys

Overlay keys

Starting a program

Saving your work

Printing your work

Using optional external diskettes

Inserting and removing diskettes

Copying documents to a diskette

Taking care of diskettes

Backing up your work

Restoring your work

Playing audio

Setting up for communications

Connecting your computer to a network

An overview of using the Internet

The Internet

The World Wide Web

Internet Service Providers

Connecting to the Internet

Surfing the Internet

Internet features

Toshiba’s online resources

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet

Toshiba’s energy-saver design

Running the computer on battery power

Using additional battery packs

Taking care of your battery

Safety precautions

Maximizing battery life

Charging batteries

Charging the main battery