Toshiba PSA50 YXT User Manual

User’s Manual

U300 Series

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U300 Series

© 2007 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

TOSHIBA U300 Series Portable Personal Computer User's Manual

First edition July 2007 Ownership and copyright of music, video, computer programs, databases,

etc. are protected by the copyright laws. These copyrighted materials may be copied for private use at home only. If, beyond the limitation above, you copy (including to transform data formats) or modify these materials, transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of copyright owners, you may be subject to claims for compensation for damage and/or criminal penalties due to infringements of copyrights or personal rights. Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions.

Please note that you may infringe the owner's rights protected by the copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions (e.g. Wide mode, Wide Zoom mode, etc.) of this product to display enlarged images/ video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these to the public.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA U300 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual.

Trademarks

Intel, Centrino, Intel Core and Celeron are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Windows Corporation.

Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used

in this manual.

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and Microsoft are registered trademark of Microsoft

EU Declaration of Conformity

TOSHIBA declares that this product conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary

Information:

This product is carrying the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. Responsible for CE-Marking is TOSHIBA Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

"The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC."

GOST

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Modem warning notice

Conformity Statement

The equipment has been approved to [Council Decision 98/482/EC "TBR 21"] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).

However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance.

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Network Compatibility Statement

This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121.

Germany ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010

and DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09,12,14,17

Greece ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04

Portugal ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04,

08, 10

Spain ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01

Switzerland ATAAB AN002

All other countries/ regions

Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network, please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.

The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given.

ATAAB AN003, 004

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the environment and human health. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased.

Optical disc drive safety instructions

Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.

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Panasonic

DVD Super Multi UJ-852M/852B

■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs 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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HLDS

DVD Super Multi GSA-U10N

■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs 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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International Precautions

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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 this manual 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.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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General Precautions

TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer.

Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

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

■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as

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

■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature

change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.

■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

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Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.

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Heat injury

■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is

used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your skin might suffer a low-heat injury.

■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with

the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot.

■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this

condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.

■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the

material could become damaged.

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer's components or otherwise cause it to malfunction.

Express Card overheating

Some Express Cards can become hot during prolonged use which may result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In addition, you should also be careful when you remove a Express Card that has been used for a long time.

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Mobile phones

Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30 cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.

Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be sure to read it before using the computer.

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9

Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Backside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Fixed optical media drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

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Chapter 3 Getting Started

Installing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Start up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

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Chapter 4

Operating Basics

Using the TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Using the Web Camera (depends on the model purchased) . . . . . . 4-2

Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Using the optical media drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Writing CD/DVDs with the DVD Super Multi drive

supporting DVD±R Double layer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12

Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21

Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

F1 … F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Windows® special keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Keypad overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Power indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10

Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12

Panel power off/on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

Chapter 7 HW Setup

Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

HW Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

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Chapter 8

Optional Devices

Express Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1

SD/MMC/MS/MS Pro/xD Memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Additional battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1

Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3

TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Display Controller and Modes

Appendix C Wireless LAN

Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors

Appendix E Legal Footnotes

Appendix F If your computer is stolen

Glossary

Index

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA U300 Series computer. This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA U300 Series computer. It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.

If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing, first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer's features, components and accessory devices. Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your computer.

If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the

Specifications section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are

uncommon or unique to the computer. If you are going to install PC Cards or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8,

Optional Devices.

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Manual contents

This manual is composed of the following nine chapters, six appendixes, a glossary and an index.

Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer's features, capabilities, and options.

Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function.

Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area.

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following devices: TouchPad, Sound System, optical media drives, modem, wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on care of the computer, and CD/DVDs.

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Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys.

Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer's power resources and battery save modes.

Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program.

Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform

some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn’t seem to be working properly.

The Appendices provide technical information about your computer. The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of

acronyms used in the text. The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.

Conventions

This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight terms and operating procedures.

Abbreviations

On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.

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Icons

Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on.

Keys

The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.

Key operation

Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign (+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the same time press the third.

ABC When procedures require an action such as

clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left.

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Display

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ABC

Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left.

Messages

Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.

Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.

Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of your equipment.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.

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Introduction

This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the computer's features, options and accessories.

Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre-installed by TOSHIBA.

Equipment checklist

Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for future use.

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

■ TOSHIBA U300 Series Portable Personal Computer

■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord

■ Battery pack (Installed or separate from the computer)

It is necessary to install the battery to use this computer. Refer to Installing

the battery pack section in Chapter 3, Getting Started.

Introduction

Chapter 1

Software

Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional

The following software is preinstalled:

■ Microsoft

■ Microsoft Internet Explorer

■ TOSHIBA Utilities

■ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup

■ TOSHIBA Supervisor Password

■ TOSHIBA Assist

■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree

■ DVD Video Player

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Windows® XP Home Editon/Professional

■ TOSHIBA CD/DVD Acoustic Silencer

■ TOSHIBA SD Utilities

■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator

■ Display Driver

■ TouchPad Driver

■ Sound Driver

■ Miscellaneous drivers (depending on the model you purchased:

Modem, Wireless LAN)

Documentation

■ U300 Series Personal Computer User´s Manual

■ U300 Series Quickstart

■ Microsoft

Windows® XP manual package (Provided with some

models)

■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort

■ Warranty Information

Backup media and additional Software

■ Product Recovery DVD-ROM

If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

Introduction

Features

Please visit your region’s web site for the configuration details of the model that you have purchased.

Processor

Built-in Depend on the model you purchased.

Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor

Core™ Duo Processor

Intel Intel® Pentium® Dual Core Processor

Celeron® M Processor

Intel TJ85 Seam CPU support

Chipset Mobile Intel

Mobile Intel® 945GM Express Chipset Mobile Intel

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GM965 Express Chipset

943GML Express Chipset

Memory

Introduction

Main Memory Disclaimer

Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities. The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system, applications utilized, system memory size and other factors. For PC's configured with 4 GB of system memory, the full system memory space for computing activities will be considerably less and will vary by model and system configuration.

Slots Up to two 2048 MB memory modules can be

installed in the memory slot for a maximum of 4 GB system memory total.

Video RAM Depending on the model you purchased:

Mobile Intel

GM965/GL960/945GM/943GML Express Chipset, up to 251 MB shared with main memory.

(for more than 1 GB main memory)

Power

Battery Pack Your computer is powered by a rechargeable

RTC Battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time

AC Adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the

lithium-ion battery pack.

Clock and calendar.

system and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.

Because it is universal, it can receive a range of AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the output current varies among different models. Using the wrong model can damage your computer. Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.

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Disks

Introduction

Hard disk Disclaimer 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 109 =

1,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. The computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 230 = 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity. Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre-installed operating systems, such as Microsoft Operating System and/or pre-installed software applications, or media content. Actual formatted capacity may vary.

Hard disk Drive Available in five sizes.

■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.51 GB)

■ 120.0 billion bytes (111.75 GB)

■ 160.0 billion bytes (149.01 GB)

■ 200.0 billion bytes (186.26 GB)

Other hard disk drives may be introduced in the future.

Computers in this series can be configured with a fixed optical media drive. The available optical media drives are described below.

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Introduction

DVD Super Multi drive (Supporting DVD±R Double Layer)

Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROM's at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROM's at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R's at up to 24 speed, CD-RW's at up to 16 speed, DVD-R's at maximum 8 speed, DVD-RW's at maximum 6 speed. DVD+R's at maximum 8 speed, DVD+RW's at maximum 8 speed, DVD+R(DL) discs at maximum 4 speed and DVD-R(DL) discs at maximun 4 speed.

DVD-RAM at maximum 5 speed. This drive supports the following formats in addition to DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.

■ DVD+R

■ DVD+RW

■ DVD-RAM

■ DVD-R

■ DVD-RW

■ DVD+R (DL)

■ DVD-R (DL)

Display

The computer's LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability.

Built-In 13.3" WXGA 16 million colors, with the following

Graphics Controller Graphics controller maximizes display

resolution: 1280 horizontal × 800 vertical pixels

performance. Refer to Display Controller and

Modes section in Appendix B, Display Controller and Modes for more information.

Keyboard

Built-In Between 84 keys and 87 keys, compatible with

IBM enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, and keys. Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

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Pointing Device

Introduction

Built-In TouchPad A TouchPad and control buttons in the palm rest

enable control of the on-screen pointer and scrolling of windows.

Ports

External Monitor Depending on the model you purchased:

15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions.

Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0)

i.LINK (IEEE1394a) This port enables high-speed data transfer

The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1 standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.)

directly from external devices such as digital video cameras.

Slots

Express Card The Express Card expansion slot that can

accommodate two standard module formats; an Express Card/34 module and an Express Card/54 module. An Express Card module is a small add-in card technology based on the PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaces.

(Depends on the model purchased.)

Multiple Digital Media Card Slot

Supports SD, Mini SD(with adaptor), MMS, MS, MS Pro, xD cards.

Multimedia

Web Camera Record/Send still or video images with this

integrated webcam. (Depends on the model purchased.)

Sound System A Windows

speakers as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphones.

Headphone Jack This jack outputs analog audio signals.

Microphone Jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables

connection of a three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.

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Sound System that provides

Communications

Introduction

Modem The internal modem provides capability for data

LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet

Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN feature is not available on all

Security

Password Power-on password protection.

Special features

The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.

Hot Keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the

Keypad Overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.

Instant Security The hot key function Fn + F1 blanks the screen

and fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92). The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a teleohone line. It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets. Both V.90 and V.92 are supported only in the USA, Canada, U.K., France, Germany and Australia. V.90 is available in other regions.

LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-TX).

models. Where present, it supports the A,B,G and N standards but it is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard.

Two level password architecture.

system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program.

Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,

The Keyboard, for instructions on using the

keypad overlay.

and disables the computer, providing data security.

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Introduction

Display Automatic Power Off

HDD Automatic Power Off

System Automatic Standby Mode/ Hibernation

Intelligent Power Supply

Battery Save Mode

Panel Power On/Off

Low Battery Automatic Hibernation

TOSHIBA HDD Protection

This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no keyboard input for a specified time. Power is restored when any key is pressed.