Toshiba SATELLITE 2610 User Manual

2610/2650 Series

Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

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© 1999 by Toshiba Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Toshiba Satellite 2610/2650 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition September 1999

Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the Satellite 2610/2650 Series Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. Toshiba assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual.

Trademarks

IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC, OS/2, and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.

Intel is a registered trademark and Celeron is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

MS-DOS, Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Sound Blaster and Pro are trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd.

LapLink is a registered trademark of Travelling Software Inc.

RingCentral is a registered trademark of Motorola, Inc.

Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation.

Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.

DVD Express is a trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation.

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EU Declaration of Conformity

This product carries the CE-Mark in accordance with the related European Directives. CE-Marking is the responsibility of Toshiba Europe, Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany.

The system has been tested by Toshiba using the YMark2000 test under NSTL's self testing program and meets the NSTL test standards for Year 2000 hardware compliance.

NSTL makes no recommendation or endorsement of any product. This test data/report was prepared by Toshiba using licensed testing products from NSTL. NSTL MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED BY ANY PERSON OR ENTITY FROM USE OF THE SERVICES OR THE RESULTS THEREOF, OR ANY INFORMATION OR DATA INCLUDED THEREIN.

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Toshiba CD-ROM drive XM-1902B safety instructions

The CD-ROM 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 authorised 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.

Location of the required label

PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

MANUFACTURED:

TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 1058001, JAPAN

   

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 “AUTHORISED service station”. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

ERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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TEAC CD-ROM drive CD-224E safety instructions

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.

Location of the required label

CERTIFICATION: THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1

TEAC CORPORATION 3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI TOKYO, JAPAN

EN60825-1:94

   

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

ERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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Toshiba DVD-ROM drive SD-C2202 safety instructions

The DVD-ROM 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 authorised 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.

Location of the required label

PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO COMPLY WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE AT THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE.

MANUFACTURED:

TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME MINATO-KU, TOKYO 1058001, JAPAN

   

CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR

ERFORMANCE 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 optimise safety, minimise strain and withstand the rigours of portability. However, certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

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

Stress injury

Carefully read the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, information on work space design, posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress.

Heat Warning

The base of the PC can become very warm; while the temperature will not be too hot to the touch, prolonged physical contact may result in a temporary heat imprint on the skin. It is recommended that prolonged physical contact is avoided.

Also, if the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.

Mobile phones

Use of mobile phones can interfere with the PC sound system. The PC operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm is maintained between the PC & the mobile phone.

Safety Instruction Manual

Getting Started

. It contains information on

, also includes

Pressure or impact damage

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions.

PC card overheating

Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also, be careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.

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CE compliance

This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However, Toshiba should not guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by Toshiba are connected or implemented. In this case the persons who have connected / implemented those options / cables have to assure that the system (PC plus options / cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid in general EMC problems following advice should be observed:

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Only CE marked options should be connected / implemented

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Only best shielded cables should be connected

Working environment

This product was designed to fulfil the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements to be observed for so-called "Residential, commercial and light industry environments".

Toshiba do not approve the use of this product in working environments other than the above mentioned "Residential, commercial and light industry environments".

For example, the following environments are not approved:

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Industrial Environments (environments with a mains voltage >230V~)

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Medical Environments

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Automotive Environments

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Aircraft Environments

If this product is supplied with a network port, please refer to the paragraph "

Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of Toshiba Europe GmbH.

The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working environments may be:

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Interference with other devices or machines in the near surrounding area

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Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the near surrounding area

Therefore Toshiba strongly recommend that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product should be suitably tested in all nonapproved working environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft, the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use of this product.

Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.

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Network connection (class A warning)

If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network, Class A radiation limits will be observed (in accordance with technical conventions). This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment, other devices in the near surrounding may suffer interference. Consequently, please do not use this product in such environments (for example a living room), otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference.

Conformity Statement

The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

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

Network Compatibility Statement

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

Germany - ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010,

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

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

Spain - ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01

Switzerland - ATAAB AN002

All other countries - ATAAB AN003, 004

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 approval. It has not been tested for conformity to national type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given.

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

08, 10

Table of Contents

Preface

Manual contents ........................................................................ xvii

Conventions.............................................................................. xviii

Abbreviations ............................................................................. xviii

Icons........................................................................................... xviii

Keys............................................................................................ xviii

Key operation ............................................................................... xix

Display.......................................................................................... xix

Messages ...................................................................................... xix

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

Special features .......................................................................... 1-6

Options....................................................................................... 1-9

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

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

Left side...................................................................................... 2-3

Right side ................................................................................... 2-4

Back side .................................................................................... 2-5

Underside ................................................................................... 2-6

Front with the display open........................................................ 2-7

Indicators ................................................................................... 2-9

Drives ....................................................................................... 2-11

3 ½" diskette drive ..................................................................... 2-11

CD-ROM drive (2610CDT) ............................................................2-12

DVD-ROM drive (2650XDVD) ......................................................2-13

AC adaptor ............................................................................... 2-15

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Setting up................................................................................... 3-1

General conditions ........................................................................ 3-2

Placement of computer .................................................................3-2

Seating and posture ......................................................................3-3

Lighting ........................................................................................3-4

Work habits ..................................................................................3-4

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Connecting the AC adaptor......................................................... 3-5

Opening the display ................................................................... 3-6

Turning on the power ................................................................. 3-7

Starting up for the first time ....................................................... 3-7

Setting up Windows 98 ................................................................ 3-7

Turning off the power................................................................. 3-8

Shut Down mode (Boot mode)...................................................... 3-8

Hibernation mode ........................................................................ 3-8

Standby mode (Windows 98 only)...............................................3-10

Restarting the computer ........................................................... 3-12

Restoring the preinstalled......................................................... 3-12

Restoring the complete system ....................................................3-12

Restoring Toshiba utilities and drivers ..........................................3-12

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using AccuPoint.......................................................................... 4-1

AccuPoint II precautions................................................................ 4-2

Replacing the cap......................................................................... 4-2

Using the CD/DVD-ROM drive..................................................... 4-3

Loading compact discs.................................................................. 4-3

Removing compact discs............................................................... 4-6

Disk care..................................................................................... 4-7

CDs/DVDs .................................................................................... 4-7

Diskettes....................................................................................... 4-8

Internal modem.......................................................................... 4-8

Cleaning the computer ............................................................... 4-9

Moving the computer ............................................................... 4-10

Heat dispersal........................................................................... 4-10

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

Grey keys.................................................................................... 5-1

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

Soft Keys: Alt Gr Key Combinations ............................................. 5-2

The euro symbol........................................................................... 5-2

Soft keys: Fn key combinations ................................................... 5-3

Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard......................................... 5-3

Hotkeys........................................................................................ 5-4

Windows 98 special keys .............................................................. 5-6

Emulating Fn key on external keyboard........................................ 5-6

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Keypad overlay........................................................................... 5-6

Turning on the overlays................................................................. 5-6

Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) ........................... 5-7

Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) .......................................... 5-7

Temporarily changing modes ........................................................5-8

Generating ASCII characters........................................................ 5-8

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

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

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

Battery indicator ...........................................................................6-2

DC IN indicator .............................................................................6-3

Power indicator.............................................................................6-3

Battery types .............................................................................. 6-4

Battery pack .................................................................................6-4

Real Time Clock battery ................................................................6-4

Care and use of the battery pack................................................ 6-5

Safety precautions.........................................................................6-5

Charging the batteries ..................................................................6-6

Monitoring battery capacity.......................................................... 6-7

Maximising battery operating time ...............................................6-7

Retaining data with power off ......................................................6-8

Extending battery life ...................................................................6-8

Replacing the battery pack......................................................... 6-8

Removing the battery pack...........................................................6-8

Installing the battery pack........................................................... 6-10

Starting the computer by password .......................................... 6-11

Startup with password service diskette ........................................6-12

Power-up modes ....................................................................... 6-13

Windows utilities.........................................................................6-13

Hotkeys ...................................................................................... 6-13

Panel power off ........................................................................ 6-13

System Auto Off........................................................................ 6-14

Auto power on.......................................................................... 6-14

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Chapter 7 Toshiba Utilities and Drivers

List of utilities and drivers........................................................... 7-1

Display Driver for Windows ........................................................ 7-1

Sound Driver for Windows.......................................................... 7-2

Recording/Playback application ................................................... 7-2

Wave files..................................................................................... 7-2

MIDI files...................................................................................... 7-2

DirectSound.................................................................................. 7-2

Sound Blaster compatibility .......................................................... 7-2

Toshiba Services .......................................................................... 7-3

DVD Video Player (Satellite 2650XDVD Only) .............................. 7-4

Chapter 8 Setup and Password Security

Hardware Setup.......................................................................... 8-1

Accessing HW Setup ..................................................................... 8-2

Power Saver Utility ................................................................... 8-10

TSETUP ..................................................................................... 8-16

Executing TSETUP ........................................................................8-16

Changing values in the TSETUP menu ..........................................8-17

Accepting changes and exiting SYSTEM SETUP.............................8-17

Default configuration...................................................................8-17

TSETUP options............................................................................8-18

Memory ......................................................................................8-18

Password.....................................................................................8-18

Battery ........................................................................................8-18

Password security ..................................................................... 8-26

How to set the passwords............................................................8-27

How to reset the passwords.........................................................8-29

Enabling Hardware Setup and TSETUP access in user password

mode ..........................................................................................8-31

Making a password service diskette.............................................8-32

Chapter 9 Optional Devices

PC cards...................................................................................... 9-1

Installing a PC card....................................................................... 9-2

Removing a PC card ..................................................................... 9-3

Memory expansion ..................................................................... 9-4

Installing memory module............................................................ 9-4

Removing memory module .......................................................... 9-8

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

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

Battery charger .......................................................................... 9-9

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Parallel printer ........................................................................... 9-9

External monitor....................................................................... 9-10

TV ............................................................................................ 9-10

PS/2 mouse............................................................................... 9-11

PS/2 keyboard.......................................................................... 9-12

Security lock ............................................................................. 9-12

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Problem solving process ........................................................... 10-1

Preliminary checklist ...................................................................10-1

Analysing the problem................................................................ 10-2

Hardware and system checklist................................................. 10-3

System start-up............................................................................ 10-3

Self test .......................................................................................10-3

Power......................................................................................... 10-4

Password .................................................................................... 10-6

Hotkeys ...................................................................................... 10-6

Keyboard.................................................................................... 10-6

LCD panel ................................................................................... 10-7

Hard disk drive ........................................................................... 10-8

CD-ROM drive ............................................................................10-9

DVD-ROM drive ........................................................................ 10-10

Diskette drive............................................................................ 10-11

Printer ...................................................................................... 10-11

Pointing device......................................................................... 10-12

PC card ..................................................................................... 10-13

Monitor .................................................................................... 10-14

Sound system............................................................................ 10-14

USB........................................................................................... 10-15

Hibernation .............................................................................. 10-15

Modem..................................................................................... 10-16

Diagnostic test ........................................................................ 10-17

Executing the diagnostic test program....................................... 10-17

Choosing test options................................................................ 10-18

Test sequence ............................................................................ 10-19

Subtests..................................................................................... 10-19

If you need further assistance ................................................. 10-25

Before you call .......................................................................... 10-25

Where to write .........................................................................10-25

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Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B AC Power Cord and Connectors

Appendix C The Toshiba International Warranty

Appendix D Keyboard Layouts

Appendix E Display Controller and Modes

Appendix F If your computer is stolen

Appendix G ASCII Character Codes

Glossary

Index

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite 2610/2650 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 Satellite 2610/2650 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 to familiarise yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices. Then read on setting up your computer.

If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organised, then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the Special features section of the are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read

Password Security

Manual contents

Introduction

Getting Started

Introduction

The Grand Tour

and

for step-by-step instructions

, to learn about features that

chapters

Setup and

This manual is composed of 10 chapters, 7 appendices, a glossary, and an index.

Chapter 1, capabilities, and options.

Chapter 2, and briefly explains how they function.

Chapter 3, operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area.

Chapter 4, devices: AccuPoint II, CD/DVD-ROM drive and internal modem. It also provides tips on care of the computer, diskettes and CD/DVD-ROMs.

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Introduction

The Grand Tour

Getting Started

Operating Basics

, is an overview of the computer’s features,

, identifies the components of the computer

, provides a quick overview of how to begin

, includes instructions on using the following

Chapter 5, the keypad overlay and hotkeys.

Chapter 6, power resources and battery save modes.

Chapter 7, utilities for your computer.

Chapter 8, computer using Hardware Setup and Power Saver Utility in Windows® or the TSETUP program in MS-DOS®. It also tells how to set a password.

Chapter 9,

Chapter 10, 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.

The Keyboard

Power and Power-Up Modes,

Toshiba Utilities and Drivers,

Setup and Password Security,

Optional Devices

Troubleshooting

, describes special keyboard functions including

, describes the optional hardware available.

, provides helpful information on how to

gives details on the computer’s

describes how to set up special

explains how to configure the

Icons

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

Keys

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

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Enter

identifies the Enter key.

Key operation

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

Display

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!

failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment.

Ctrl

+ C means you must hold down

ABC

A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or

When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left.

Text you are to type in is usually preceded by the keyboard icon.

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

Text generated by the computer is usually preceded by the screen icon.

Ctrl

and at

Please read

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your equipment.

. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of

Chapter 1

Introduction

This chapter contains an equipment checklist and identifies the computer’s features, options and accessories.

Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly

Equipment checklist

if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by Toshiba.

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

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

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Satellite 2610/2650 Series Portable Personal Computer

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Universal AC adaptor and power cord

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TV adaptor cable (2650XDVD only.)

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The following software is pre-installed on the hard disk:

•

Microsoft® Windows 98 Second Edition

•

Microsoft Works® 4.5

•

Windows Utilities

•

Display Driver for Windows

•

Sound Driver for Windows

•

Modem driver

•

DVD Driver (2650XDVD)

•

DVD Video Player (2650XDVD)

•

Online User’s Manual

•

Online International Modem User’s Manual

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Product Recovery CD-ROM



Your computer’s documentation:

• Satellite 2610/2650 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s

Manual

• QuickStart

•

Microsoft Windows 98 manual package

• Safety Instruction Manual

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

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Features

The computer uses Toshiba’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI), Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage, and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:

Microprocessor

Level 2 cache

Memory

Video RAM

Display

The computer is equipped with Mobile Intel® Celeron™ processor, which incorporates a math co-processor and a 32 KB cache memory.

2610: 433 megahertz

2650: 466 megahertz

A 128 KB level 2 cache is provided to maximise performance.

The computer comes with 64 MB of built-in Random Access Memory (RAM). Memory can be expanded to 192MB.

The computer provides 2.5 MB of RAM for video display.

The computer’s LCD panel supports highresolution video graphics. It employ's an AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port) bus for superior video and 3-D performance. The screens can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability. The display controller also supports simultaneous display on the internal LCD and on an external monitor.

The following displays are available:

2610CDT

12.1" TFT screen, 800 horizontal and 600 vertical pixels, 16 K colours

2650XDVD

14.1" TFT screen, 1024 horizontal and 768 vertical pixels, 64 K colours

Graphics controller

Battery pack

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The graphics controller incorporates a 64-bit graphics accelerator to maximise video performance and enable flickerless display. It also enables display of up to 800 x 600 pixels or 1024 x 768 pixels on the computer’s LCD panel and up to 1280 x 1024 pixels on a highresolution external monitor.

The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.

RTC battery

The computer has an internal battery to back up the internal Real Time Clock (RTC) and calendar.

AC adaptor

Keyboard

HDD

Diskette drive

The universal AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.

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

The Grand Tour

An easy-to-use 84-key (United States) or 86-key (Europe) keyboard provides a numeric keypad overlay for fast numeric data entry or for cursor and page control. It also includes two keys that have special functions in Windows 98; one activates the

Start

menu and the other functions as the secondary mouse button. The computer’s keyboard supports software that uses a 101- or 102-key enhanced keyboard. See Chapter 5,

The Keyboard

, for details.

The computer has a 6.0 billion byte integrated, 2 ½" hard disk drive for nonvolatile storage of data and software.

A 3 ½" diskette drive accommodates both

1.44 MB double-sided, high-density, doubletrack (2HD) and 720 KB double-sided, doubledensity, double-track (2DD) diskettes.

CD-ROM drive (2610CDT)

A full-size, maximum 24-speed CD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") compact discs without using an adaptor.

This drive supports the following formats:

•

Audio CD

•

CD-ROM

•

Photo CD™

•

Video CD

•

CD-I (Video)

•

CD-EXTRA

•

CD-R (read only)

•

CD-Rewritable (read only)

DVD-ROM drive (2650XDVD)

A full-size, DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It runs DVD-ROMs at maximum 4 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. This drive supports the same formats as the CD-ROM drive plus the following:

•

DVD - ROM

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•

DVD - Video

Toshiba Bass Enhanced Sound System

A Sound Blaster™ Pro™ and Windows Sound System (WSS) compatible sound system gives your computer multimedia capability. The sound system is equipped with stereo speakers, volume control knob and jacks for headphones and a microphone.

Parallel port

Serial port

Universal Serial Bus port

External monitor port

PS/2™ mouse/ keyboard port

PC card slots

A Centronics®-compatible parallel interface port lets you connect a parallel printer or other parallel device. This port supports the Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) standard.

A standard, 9-pin, serial port lets you connect such serial devices as a serial printer, mouse, bar code reader, or Optical Character Reader (OCR). This port supports 16550 Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART) compliant high-speed data transfer.

A Universal Serial Bus (USB) port enables chain connection of a number of USB-equipped devices to one port on your computer. For example, you might connect a USB-HUB to the computer, then connect a keyboard to the USBHUB and a mouse to the keyboard. Use the USB drivers that come with USB devices.

The female, 15-pin, D-shell connector lets you connect to an external video display, which is recognised automatically. It supports Video Electronic Standards Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) compatible functions.

This port lets you connect a PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the computer.

A PC card slot (PCMCIA) accommodates two 5 mm cards (Type II) or one 10.5 mm (Type III) card. These slots support 16-bit PC cards and CardBus PC cards (32 bit). For more information, refer to the PC cards section in Chapter 9,

Optional Devices

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Internal modem

An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication and supports ITU-T V.90. For data reception it operates at 56,000 bps (maximum) and for data transmission it operates at 33,600 bps (maximum). For fax transmission it operates at 14,400 bps (maximum). The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analogue telephone line conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line.

Video out (2650XDVD)

Memory expansion socket

AccuPoint II

Plug and Play

Internet button

CD power button

CD control buttons

This video-out mini-jack lets you transfer NTSC or PAL data (video and right/left audio) to external devices.

A socket is available for installation of a 32, 64 or 128 MB memory module.

This pointer control stick, located in the centre of the keyboard, provides convenient control of the cursor without requiring desk space for a mouse. Control buttons include primary, secondary and two scroll buttons.

When you connect an external device to the computer, Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognise the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically.

Press this button to launch an Internet browser.

This button turns power to the CD/DVD-ROM drive on and off so you can use the drive as a stand-alone audio CD player, when the computer is not powered on. It is accessible even when the computer’s display panel is closed.

CD control buttons, accessible even when the computer’s display panel is closed, let you use the computer’s CD/DVD-ROM drive as a standalone audio CD player.

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Special features

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

Hotkeys

Power Saver Utility

Hardware Setup

Display automatic power off

HDD automatic power off

System automatic shut down

Key combinations let you quickly modify the system configuration, launch the Internet Browser and control the CD player directly from the keyboard.

To access this power-saving management program, open the click the

This program lets you customise your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use.

This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no input from the keyboard or pointing device for a time specified. Power is restored when any key is pressed or when there is input from a pointing device. You can specify the time in the

monitor

in Power Saver.

This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time specified. Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed. You can specify the time in the

hard disks

This feature automatically shuts down the system when there is no input or hardware access for a time specified. You can specify the time in the

When the system standby time has passed

of the Power Saver.

Power Saver

item of the

item of the Power Saver Utility.

System Power Mode

Control Panel

icon.

Power Save Mode

window in

, double-

Tur n of f

window

Tur n of f

item

Keypa d overlay

Intelligent power supply

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Grey keys with light grey lettering make up the keypad overlay, which lets you use the keyboard for ten-key operations or cursor control.

A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent power supply detects the battery’s charge and calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also protects electronic components from abnormal conditions, such as voltage overload from an AC adaptor. You can monitor remaining battery capacity in the

Power Save Modes

Battery remaining

window in Power Saver.

item of the

Battery save mode

This feature lets you save battery power. You can specify the

Power Save Mode

on batteries

item of the Power Saver Utility.

in the

Running

Power on password

Instant security

Panel power off

Low battery automatic suspend

Auto power on

Heat dispersal

Two levels of password security are available: supervisor and user. This feature prevents unauthorised access to your computer.

A hotkey function blanks the screen and disables the computer providing quick and easy data security.

Power Save Modes

Battery remaining

item of the

window in Power Saver.

This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed. You can specify the setting in the item of the

System Power Mode

When I close the lid

window in

Power Saver.

This feature lets you set a time and date for the computer to turn on automatically. The feature is useful for receiving remote communications while you are asleep or away. You can specify the setting in Scheduled Tasks.

To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal temperature sensor. If the computer’s internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. You can select whether to control the CPU temperature by turning on the fan first, then if necessary, lowering the CPU speed. Or, by lowering the CPU speed first, then if necessary, turning on the fan. Use the

Fan

item

of the Power Saver Utility.

TSETUP

An easy-to-use menu lets you customise the configuration of your computer in a DOS environment according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use.

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Hibernation

This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software. The contents of main memory is saved to the hard disk, when you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off. Use the

ibernate

roperties

window of to enable or disable

support. Also, in the

ower Saver utility,

available:

When I press the power button

When I close the lid

Power Management

Hibernate

System Power Mode

of the

two Hibernate settings are

and

You cannot use Hibernation under the following conditions:

You are using DriveSpace or other compression utility.

You are using Windows 98 drive converter to convert drives to the File Allocation Table 32 format.

Standby (Windows 98 only)

In Standby mode, power to the system remains on, but the CPU and all other devices are in sleep mode. When the computer is in standby mode, the Standby mode click select

Power

Standby

LED glows orange. To enter

Start

, click

Shut Down

and click OK. The computer

enters Standby mode regardless of the Hibernate setting.

Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.

Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode. Data in memory will be lost.

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Options

You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use. The following options are available:

Memory expansion

Battery pack

AC adaptor

Keytop sets

Battery charger

Security lock

A 32, 64 or 128 MB memory module can be easily installed in the computer.

An additional battery pack can be purchased from your Toshiba dealer. Use it as a spare or replacement.

If you use your computer at more than one site frequently, it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you.

You can customise your keyboard for a variety of languages by replacing the keytops.

The battery charger lets you charge extra batteries outside the computer.

A slot is available to attach a security cable to the computer to deter theft.

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Chapter 2

The Grand Tour

This chapter identifies the various components of your computer. Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer.

Front with the display closed

This figure shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position.

CD CONTROL

BUTTONS

DISKETTE

DRIVE

CD POWER

BUTTON

DISPLAY

LATCH

CD-ROM OR

DVD-ROM DRIVE

SYSTEM

INDICATORS

Diskette drive This drive lets you use both 1.44 MB double-

sided, high-density, double-track (2HD) and 720 KB double-sided, double-density, doubletrack (2DD) disks.

System indicators The system indicators provide icons for

monitoring the status of DC IN, Power, Battery, Built-in HDD and Diskette/CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Details are given later in this chapter.

Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed

position. Slide the latch to open the display.

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CD-ROM drive (CDT)

A full-size, maximum 24-speed CD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CDs without using an adaptor. See Chapter 4,

Operating Basics

, for information on

using the drive and caring for CDs.

DVD-ROM drive (2650XDVD)

A full-size DVD-ROM drive module lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. See Chapter 4,

Operating Basics

, for information on using the

drive and caring for CD/DVDs.

CD power button When the computer’s power is off, use this

button to turn the CD/DVD-ROM drive on or off. Slide the button to the left and hold it briefly to toggle power to the CD/DVD-ROM drive on or off. When you release the button, it will return to its original position. You can access this button even when the panel is closed to use the CD/DVD-ROM drive as an audio player.

If no control button is activated within four minutes of turning on the CD/DVD-ROM drive power, power to the drive will automatically be turned off. In this case, slide the button to the left again to turn on the power.

If the computer is powered on, you do not need to use this button.

Do not install or remove a memory module while the CD power is on. First turn off the power to the CD/DVD-ROM drive.

CD control buttons Previous button: Plays the previous track.

Play/pause button: Begins or pauses play. Stop button: Halts play. Next button: Plays the next track.

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