Toshiba Satellite 5200 Series User Manual

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TOSHIBA

Satellite 5200 Series

Portable Personal Computer

User ’s Manual

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TOSHIBA Satellite 5200 Series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition August 2002

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Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite 5200 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, Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries/regions. Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license.

iLINK is a trademark and Memory Stick is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. Compact Flash is a trademark of SunDisk Corporation.

Dolby trademark

Manufactured by TOSHIBA under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual.

FCC information

Product Name : Model number :

Satellite 5200

PS520

FCC notice "Declaration of Conformity Information"

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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 into 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.

WARNING: Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-compliant 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 external monitor port, USB port, IEEE1394 port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC conditions

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Contact

Address: TOSHIBA America Information Systems, Inc.

9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine, California 92618-1697

Telephone: (949) 583-3000

EU Declaration of Conformity

TOSHIBA declares, that the product: PS520* conforms to the following Standards: Supplementary Information: “The product complies with the requirements

of the Low V oltage Directive 73/23/EEC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/05/EEC.”

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.

VCCI Class B Information

Modem warning notice

Conformity Statement

The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for panEuropean 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.

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 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 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.

Japan regulations

Region selection

If you are using the computer in Japan, technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select the Japan region mode. It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection.

Redial

Up to two redial attempts can be made. If more than two redial attempts are made, the modem will return Black Listed. If you are experiencing problems with the Black Listed code, set the interval between redials at one minute or longer.

Japan’s Telecommunications Business Law permits up to two redials on analogue telephones, but the redials must be made within a total of three minutes.

The internal modem is approved by Japan Approvals Institute for Telecommunications Equipment.

A00-0940JP

Pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68:

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 registration number that is located on the device

The FCC registration number of the modem will be found on either the device which is to be installed, or, if already installed, on the bottom of the computer outside of the main system label.

◆ The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the modem, which can vary. For the

REN of your modem, refer to your modem’s label.

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 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 or an authorized representative of TOSHIBA Corporation.

Disconnection

If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line, please call the telephone company and let them know of this change.

Fax branding

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device 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 of your fax software before sending messages.

Instructions for IC CS-03 certified equipment

1 The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification

means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.

The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

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 the modem, which can vary. For the

REN of your modem, refer to your modem’s label.

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. The IC registration number of the modem is shown below.

Canada: 1353 11026A

Notes for Users in Australia and New Zealand

Modem warning notice for Australia

Modems connected to the Australian telecoms network must have a valid Austel permit. This modem has been designed to specifically configure to ensure compliance with Austel standards when the country/region selection is set to Australia. The use of other country/region setting while the modem is attached to the Australian PSTN would result in you modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. To verify that the country/region is correctly set, enter the command ATI which displays the currently active setting.

To set the country/region permanently to Australia, enter the following command sequence:

A T%TE=1 ATS133=1 AT&F AT&W A T%TE=0 ATZ

Failure to set the modem to the Australia country/region setting as shown above will result in the modem being operated in a non-compliant manner. Consequently, there would be no permit in force for this equipment and the Telecoms Act 1991 prescribes a penalty of $12,000 for the connection of non-permitted equipment.

Notes for use of this device in New Zealand

◆ The grant of a Telepermit for a device in no way indicates Telecom acceptance

of responsibility for the correct operation of that device under all operating conditions. In particular the higher speeds at which this modem is capable of operating depend on a specific network implementation which is only one of many ways of delivering high quality voice telephony to customers. Failure to operate should not be reported as a fault to Telecom.

◆ In addition to satisfactory line conditions a modem can only work properly if:

a/ it is compatible with the modem at the other end of the call and b/ the application using the modem is compatible with the application at the

other end of the call - e.g., accessing the Internet requires suitable software in addition to a modem.

◆ This equipment shall not be used in any manner which could constitute a

nuisance to other Telecom customers.

◆ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s PTC Specifications

are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with this modem. The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom Specifications:

a/ There shall be no more than 10 call attempts to the same number within

any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and

b/ The equipment shall go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds

between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next.

c/ Automatic calls to different numbers shall be not less than 5 seconds

apart.

◆ Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically damaged,

and arrange for its disposal or repair.

◆ The correct settings for use with this modem in New Zealand are as follows:

ATB0 (CCITT operation) AT&G2 (1800 Hz guard tone) AT&P1 (Decadic dialing make-break ratio =33%/67%) ATS0=0 (not auto answer) ATS6=4 (Blind dial delay) ATS7=less than 90 (Time to wait to carrier after dialing) ATS10=less than 150 (loss of carrier to hangup delay, factory default of 15

recommended)

ATS11=90 (DTMF dialing on/off duration=90 ms) ATX2 (Dial tone detect, but not (U.S.A.) call progress detect)

◆ When used in the Auto Answer mode, the S0 register must be set with a value

of 3 or 4. This ensures: (a) a person calling your modem will hear a short burst of ringing before the

modem answers. This confirms that the call has been successfully switched through the network.

(b) caller identification information (which occurs between the first and

second ring cadences) is not destroyed.

◆ The preferred method of dialing is to use DTMF tones (ATDT...) as this is

faster and more reliable than pulse (decadic) dialing. If for some reason you must use decadic dialing, your communications program must be set up to record numbers using the following translation table as this modem does not implement the New Zealand “Reverse Dialing” standard.

Number to be dialed: 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Number to program into computer: 0 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Note that where DTMF dialing is used, the numbers should be entered

normally.

◆ The transmit level from this device is set at a fixed level and because of this

there may be circumstances where the performance is less than optimal. Before reporting such occurrences as faults, please check the line with a standard Telepermitted telephone, and only report a fault if the phone performance is impaired.

◆ It is recommended that this equipment be disconnected from the Telecom line

during electrical storms.

◆ When relocating the equipment, always disconnect the Telecom line connec-

tion before the power connection, and reconnect the power first.

◆ This equipment may not be compatible with Telecom Distinctive Alert ca-

dences and services such as FaxAbility.

NOTE THAT FAULT CALLOUTS CAUSED BY ANY OF THE ABOVE CAUSES MAY INCUR A CHARGE FROM TELECOM

General conditions

As required by PTC 100, please ensure that this office is advised of any changes to the specifications of these products which might affect compliance with the relevant PTC Specifications.

The grant of this Telepermit is specific to the above products with the marketing description as stated on the Telepermit label artwork. The Telepermit may not be assigned to other parties or other products without Telecom approval.

A Telepermit artwork for each device is included from which you may prepare any number of Telepermit labels subject to the general instructions on format, size and colour on the attached sheet.

The Telepermit label must be displayed on the product at all times as proof to purchasers and service personnel that the product is able to be legitimately connected to the Telecom network.

The Telepermit label may also be shown on the packaging of the product and in the sales literature, as required in PTC 100.

The charge for a Telepermit assessment is $337.50. An additional charge of $337.50 is payable where an assessment is based on reports against non-Telecom New Zealand Specifications. $112.50 is charged for each variation when submitted at the same time as the original.

An invoice for $NZ1237.50 will be sent under separate cover.

Matsushita CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive UJDA740 safety instruction

CAUTIONS: 1. The CD-RW/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 authorized service location.

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

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

Location of the required label

COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIA TION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. 130KMT Manufactured by Kyushu Matsushita Electric Co., Ltd. 1-62, 4-Chome Minoshima Hakata-Ku Fukuoka, Japan

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Å LASER DE

CLASSE 1 LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825-1

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.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN60825

ADVERSEL: USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,

NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION.

UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING

VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein Laser-System und ist als “LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT” klassifiziert. Für den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die nächste “autorisierte Service-Vertretung”. Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät nicht geöffnet werden.

ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.

APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER!

Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.

OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.

VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.

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.

VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEURUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN GEFÄHRLICHE STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN.

TEAC CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DW-224E safety instruction

CAUTIONS: 1. The CD-RW/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 authorized service location.

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

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

Location of the required label

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

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by TEAC Corporation 3-7-3 Naka-cho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, Japan

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Å LASER DE

CLASSE 1 LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825-1

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN60825

ADVERSEL: USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,

NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION.

UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING

APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER!

Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.

OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.

VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.

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.

TEAC DVD-ROM drive DV-28E safety instruction

CAUTIONS: 1. 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 authorized service location.

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

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

Location of the required label

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

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by TEAC Corporation 3-7-3 Naka-cho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo, Japan

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL Å LASER DE

CLASSE 1 LASER KLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825-1

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN60825

ADVERSEL: USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING,

NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION.

UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING

APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTRÅLER!

Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsmækning, som advarer imod at foretage sådanne indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til at udsætte sig for laserstråling.

OBS! Apparaten innehåller laserkomponent som avger laserstråining överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.

VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata. Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista lasersäteilyä.

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.

Preface

Manual contents ..............................................................................xxxi

Conventions.................................................................................... xxxii

Abbreviations ...................................................................................xxxii

Icons ................................................................................................xxxii

Keys................................................................................................. xxxii

Key operation.................................................................................. xxxiii

Display ............................................................................................ xxxiii

Messages ....................................................................................... xxxiii

General Precautions

Stress injury.................................................................................... xxxv

Heat injury....................................................................................... xxxv

Pressure or impact damage........................................................... xxxv

PC card overheating...................................................................... xxxvi

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

Hardware ...........................................................................................1-1

Software.............................................................................................1-1

Documentation...................................................................................1-2

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 ...........................................................................................2-4

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

Underside...........................................................................................2-7

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Front with the display open ..............................................................2-8

cPad model........................................................................................2-8

TouchPad model..............................................................................2-10

System indicators............................................................................2-11

Keyboard indicators........................................................................2-12

USB diskette drive........................................................................... 2-13

Fixed optical media drive................................................................ 2-14

DVD-ROM drive...............................................................................2-14

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................2-15

TOSHIBA Style Bay modules.......................................................... 2-17

DVD-ROM drive...............................................................................2-17

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................2-17

TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor ...................................................2-18

TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack .............................................. 2-18

Bridge media adaptor.......................................................................2-19

Weight saver....................................................................................2-20

TOSHIBA Remote Control...............................................................2-21

On/Off control ..................................................................................2-21

System controls ............................................................................... 2-21

Volume controls ............................................................................... 2-22

Cursor controls ................................................................................2-22

DVD controls....................................................................................2-22

AC adaptor .......................................................................................2-23

Chapter 3 Getting Started

Setting up your work space.............................................................. 3-1

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Turning on the power........................................................................3-6

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

Turning off the power .......................................................................3-7

Shut Down mode (Boot mode)...........................................................3-7

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

Standby mode..................................................................................3-10

Restarting the computer .................................................................3-11

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Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product

Recovery CD-ROM ....................................................................3-12

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Pointing devices ................................................................................4-1

Using the cPad ..................................................................................4-1

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

Using the USB diskette drive............................................................4-5

Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive.........................................................4-5

Disconnecting 3 1/2" diskette drive ....................................................4-6

Changing TOSHIBA Style Bay modules ..........................................4-6

Removing a module ...........................................................................4-6

Installing a module .............................................................................4-7

Using optical media drives ...............................................................4-8

Loading disks.....................................................................................4-9

Removing disks ...............................................................................4-11

Sub LCD ...........................................................................................4-13

Mode................................................................................................4-13

Status ..............................................................................................4-14

Battery charge level .........................................................................4-14

Audio/Video controls.......................................................................4-14

Mode Control button ........................................................................4-15

Controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audiol .............................................4-15

Next and previous buttons ...............................................................4-16

Play/Pause and Stop buttons ........................................................... 4-16

Writing CDs......................................................................................4-17

Before writing or rewriting ................................................................4-17

When writing or rewriting .................................................................4-18

Media care........................................................................................ 4-18

CD/DVDs .........................................................................................4-19

Diskettes..........................................................................................4-19

Using the microphone.....................................................................4-20

Modem..............................................................................................4-20

Region selection ..............................................................................4-21

Properties menu ..............................................................................4-22

Connecting.......................................................................................4-23

Disconnecting .................................................................................. 4-23

Wireless communications ..............................................................4-24

Wireless LAN...................................................................................4-24

Bluetooth wireless technology..........................................................4-24

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Wireless communication switch.......................................................4-25

Wireless communication Indicator ...................................................4-25

LAN................................................................................................... 4-26

Connecting LAN cable ..................................................................... 4-26

Disconnecting LAN cable .................................................................4-27

Cleaning the computer....................................................................4-27

Moving the computer ......................................................................4-28

Heat dispersal ..................................................................................4-28

TOSHIBA Remote Control...............................................................4-29

Operating conditions ........................................................................ 4-29

Changing the battery........................................................................ 4-30

Battery safety precautions................................................................4-31

Chapter 5 The Keyboard

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

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

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

Emulating keys on enhanced keyboard..............................................5-2

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

Fn Sticky key .....................................................................................5-7

Windows special keys.......................................................................5-7

Keypad overlay ..................................................................................5-7

Turning on the overlays......................................................................5-7

Temporarily using normal keyboard (overlay on) ...............................5-8

Temporarily using overlay (overlay off) ..............................................5-9

Temporarily changing modes.............................................................5-9

Generating ASCII characters ............................................................5-9

Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes

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

Power indicators ...............................................................................6-4

Battery indicator .................................................................................6-4

DC IN indicator ..................................................................................6-4

Power indicator ..................................................................................6-4

Battery types......................................................................................6-5

Main battery .......................................................................................6-5

Secondary battery (option) .................................................................6-6

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

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

Safety precautions .............................................................................6-7

Charging the batteries........................................................................6-9

Monitoring battery capacity ..............................................................6-11

Maximizing battery operating time....................................................6-11

Retaining data with power off...........................................................6-12

Extending battery life........................................................................6-12

Replacing the battery pack ............................................................. 6-13

Removing the battery pack ..............................................................6-14

Installing the battery pack ................................................................6-15

Starting the computer by password ..............................................6-15

Power-up modes .............................................................................6-16

Windows utilities ..............................................................................6-16

Hotkeys............................................................................................6-16

Panel power off................................................................................6-16

System Auto Off ..............................................................................6-16

Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords

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

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

HW Setup window .............................................................................7-2

Supervisor password ........................................................................7-8

Chapter 8 Optional Devices

PC cards.............................................................................................8-2

Installing a PC card............................................................................8-2

Removing a PC card..........................................................................8-3

SD cards.............................................................................................8-4

Installing an SD card..........................................................................8-4

Removing an SD card........................................................................8-5

SD card care......................................................................................8-5

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

Installing memory module ..................................................................8-7

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

TOSHIBA Style Bay Bridge media adaptor ......................................8-9

Bridge media inserting/removing......................................................8-10

SmartMedia .....................................................................................8-10

Memory Stick ................................................................................... 8-12

Compact Flash.................................................................................8-13

Bridge media care............................................................................ 8-14

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Additional battery pack ...................................................................8-15

TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack ............................................8-15

Installing...........................................................................................8-15

Removing.........................................................................................8-16

Additional AC adaptor.....................................................................8-17

Battery charger ................................................................................8-17

TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor...................................................8-17

External monitor ..............................................................................8-19

TV......................................................................................................8-19

Using the TV button .........................................................................8-19

Changing the resolution ...................................................................8-20

i.LINK (IEEE1394).............................................................................8-22

Precautions......................................................................................8-22

Connecting.......................................................................................8-23

Disconnecting ..................................................................................8-23

Security lock ....................................................................................8-24

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

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

Preliminary checklist ..........................................................................9-1

Analyzing the problem........................................................................9-2

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

System start-up..................................................................................9-3

Self test..............................................................................................9-4

Power ................................................................................................9-4

Password ...........................................................................................9-7

Keyboard ...........................................................................................9-7

LCD panel..........................................................................................9-7

Hard disk drive...................................................................................9-8

DVD-ROM drive.................................................................................9-9

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .................................................................9-10

Diskette drive ...................................................................................9-11

SD card............................................................................................9-12

PC card............................................................................................9-12

Infrared port .....................................................................................9-13

Pointing device.................................................................................9-13

USB .................................................................................................9-15

Memory expansion...........................................................................9-15

Sound system ..................................................................................9-16

Monitor.............................................................................................9-16

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i.LINK (IEEE1394)............................................................................9-17

Modem.............................................................................................9-17

LAN..................................................................................................9-19

Wireless LAN...................................................................................9-19

Bluetooth..........................................................................................9-20

TOSHIBA Remote Control ...............................................................9-20

TOSHIBA support ............................................................................ 9-21

Before you call .................................................................................9-21

Where to write..................................................................................9-21

Appendixes

Appendix A

Specifications ................................................................................... A-1

Appendix B

Display Controller and Modes ......................................................... B-1

Appendix C

AT Commands .................................................................................. C-1

Appendix D

S-registers......................................................................................... D-1

Appendix E

V.90 .................................................................................................... E-1

Appendix F

Internal Modem Guide...................................................................... F-1

Appendix G

Wireless LAN ....................................................................................G-1

Appendix H

AC Power Cord and Connectors ..................................................... H-1

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the Satellite 5200 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 5200 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 Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to the computers and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords.

Manual contents

This manual is composed of nine chapters, eight 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: cPad, TouchPad, TOSHIBA Style Bay modules, USB diskette drive, optical media drives, Sub LCD, Audio/video controls, microphone, modem, Wireless communication features, LAN and TOSHIBA Remote Control. It also provides tips on care of the computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs.

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

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

Chapter 7, HW Setup and Passwords, explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program. It also tells how to set a password.

Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available. Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, suggests courses of action if the computer doesn’t

seem to be working properly. The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer. The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms

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

Conventions

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

Abbreviations

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

Icons

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

Keys

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

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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.

Display

ABC Names of windows or icons or text generated by the computer that

appears on its display screen is presented in the type face you see to the left.

Messages

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

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

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

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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.

Stress injury

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

Heat 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 (if you rest the computer on your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your skin might suffer low-heat injury.

◆ 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.

◆ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This condition

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

◆ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The material

could be damaged.

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.

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PC card overheating

Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. 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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Chapter 1

Introduction

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

CAUTION: Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not preinstalled 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:

◆ Satellite 5200 Series Portable Personal Computer

◆ Universal AC adaptor and power cord

◆ USB diskette drive (Provided with some models)

◆ Modular cable

◆ TV adaptor cable

◆ TOSHIBA Remote Control (Provided with some models)

◆ Lithium CR2025 battery (Provided only with TOSHIBA Remote Control models)

◆ TOSHIBA Style Bay weight saver module

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Software

◆ The following software is preinstalled:

• Microsoft® Windows XP Home Edition/Professional

• Microsoft Internet Explorer

• Modem driver

• Display Drivers for Windows

• TOSHIBA Utilities

• Wireless LAN driver

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• Bluetooth driver

• Sound Driver for Windows

• DVD Video Player

• LAN Drivers

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• Infrared Device Driver

• Online manual

◆ Product Recovery CD-ROM

Documentation

• Satellite 5200 series Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

• Microsoft Windows XP manual package

• Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort

• End User License Agreement

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:

Processor

Memory

Video RAM 32 or 64 MB of RAM is provided for video display.

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Built-in The computer is equipped with an Intel® processor, which

incorporates a math co-processor, a 20 KB level 1 cache memory and a 512 KB level 2 cache memory. It also supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep™ technology.

1.70 GHz Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 1.70 GHz - M

1.80 GHz Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 1.80 GHz - M

1.90 GHz Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 1.90 GHz - M

2.00 GHz Mobile Intel® Pentium® 4 processor 2.00 GHz - M

Slots 256 or 512 MB memory modules can be installed in the two

memory slots for a maximum of 1 GB system memory.

Features

Power

Battery pack 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 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.

Disks

Fixed hard disk Available in two sizes.

• 37.26 GB (40.0 billion bytes)

• 55.89 GB (60.0 billion bytes)

USB diskette drive Accommodates either 3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte

diskettes. It connects to a USB port.

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NOTE: Computers in this series can be configured with two optical media drives. One fixed drive is standard, and an addtional drive can be installed in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. The available optical media drives are described below.

DVD-ROM drive Some models are equipped with a full-size, DVD-ROM

drive module that lets you run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It runs DVDROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. A Mode Control button turns power to the fixed DVD-ROM drive on and off so you can use the drive as a stand-alone audio CD player. See Chapter 4, Operating

Basics, for details. The drive supports the following

formats:

• DVD-ROM • DVD-Video

• CD-DA • CD-Text

• Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)

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• CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

• CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

• CD-G (Audio CD only)

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CD-RW/DVD-ROM Some models are equipped with a full-size, CD-RW/DVD-

drive ROM drive module that lets you run CD/DVDs without

• Addressing Method 2

using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed and CD-RW at up to 10 speed. A Mode Control button turns power to the fixed CD-RW/DVDROM drive on and off so you can use the drive as a standalone audio CD player. See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. For reading, this drive supports the same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.

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 15.0" TFT screen, 16 M colors, with one of the following

resolutions:

• XGA, 1024 horizontal x 768 vertical pixels

• SXGA+, 1400 horizontal x 1050 vertical pixels

• UXGA, 1600 horizontal x 1200 vertical pixels

Graphics controller A 128-bit graphics controller maximizes display perfor-

mance. Refer to Appendix B for more information.

Keyboard

Built-in 85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM enhanced

Pointing devices

cPad In some models a cPad and control buttons in the palm rest

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keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, and keys. See Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.

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

Features

TouchPad In some models a TouchPad and control buttons in the

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

Ports

External monitor 15-pin, analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compat-

ible functions.

Universal Serial Bus The computer has three Universal Serial Bus ports that

(USB 2.0) 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.)

i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from

external devices such as digital video cameras.

Infrared The serial infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data

Association (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps, 1.152 Mbps, 115.2 kbps, 57.6 kbps, 38.4 kbps, 19.2 kbps or 9.6 kbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external devices.

Slots

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PC card The PC card slot accommodates one 5 mm Type II card.

SD card This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices, such

as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use SD card flash-memory.

Multimedia

Sound system It incorporates a Wave Table Synthesizer for advanced

sound applications including 3D games, DVD movie playback and internet communications.

The sound system supports S/PDIF, which can be output to a multi-channel speaker or amplifier system for DVD playback. Even without external devices, dynamic sound is generated by the internal speakers.

Video-out and This jack lets you transfer video and sound data to

Line-out jack external devices. Use the TV adaptor cable for both video-

out and line-out. Data output depends on the type of device connected to the TV adaptor cable.

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TV button Press this button to set your display device to TV (Video-

out). Press it again to return to the LCD.

Mode Control button This button directly launches various CD, DVD and Digital

Audio functions. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for

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Audio/Video Audio/Video control buttons let you use the computer’s

control buttons fixed optical media drive as a stand-alone audio CD player.

S/PDIF and Sony/Phillips Digital Interface Format connection main-

Headphone jack tains audio signals in a digital format until it is converted to

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a

Line-in jack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-in jack enables connection of a

details.

You can also use the buttons to control the computer’s DVD video player and TOSHIBA Media player when the system is on.

analog for speaker output. If standard headphones are connected, the output is analog.

three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.

stereo device for audio input.

Communications

Modem An internal modem provides capability for data and fax

communication. It supports V.90. Refer to Appendix E. The speed of data transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line.

LA N The computer has built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10

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

Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with Bluetooth

functions. Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers. Bluetooth provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless communication in a small space.

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Special features

Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a wireless

LAN mini-PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision B). It supports data transfer up to 11 Mbit/s. It has Frequency Channel Selection (2.4 GHz) and allows roaming over multiple channels.

TOSHIBA Style Bay

Modules TOSHIBA Style Bay is a single-drive bay that accommo-

dates a DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor, TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack or Bridge media (for Memory Stick®/ Smart Media/Compact Flash™ memory) adaptor. TheTOSHIBA Mobile Extension enables hot docking of modules when you are using a plug and play operating system.

Security

Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the computer

to a desk or other large object

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Software

Standard Windows XP operating system and TOSHIBA Utilities

and drivers preinstalled on the hard disk.

Plug and Play When you connect an external device to the computer,

Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically.

Special features

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

Internet button Press this button to launch an Internet browser. See

Chapter 2, Grand Tour, for details.

TOSHIBA Console Press this button to launch an application automatically.

button The default is TOSHIBA Console.

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Hotkeys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system

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

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Display automatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal

power off 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 Turn off monitor item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

HDD automatic This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk

power off 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 Turn off hard disks item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

System automatic This feature automatically shuts down the system in

Standby/Hibernation standby mode or Hibernation mode when there is no input

or hardware access for a time specified. You can specify the time and select either System Standby or System Hibernate in the System standby and System hibernate item of the Power Save Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Keypad overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard. Refer to the

Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, Keyboard, for

instructions on using the keypad overlay.

Power on password Two levels of password security, supervisor and user, are

available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer.

Instant security A hotkey function blanks the screen and disables the

computer providing data security.

Intelligent A microprocessor in the computer’s intelligent power

power supply 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. Use the Battery remaining item of the Power Save Modes window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

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Battery save mode This feature lets you save battery power. You can specify

the Power Save Mode in the Running on batteries item of the Power Save Modes window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Panel power off/on This feature turns power to the computer off when the

display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened. You can specify the setting in the When I close the lid item of the System Power Mode window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Low battery When battery power is exhausted to the point that

automatic hibernation computer operation cannot be continued, the system

automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down. You can specify the setting in the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Heat dispersal The CPU has an internal temperature sensor that automati-

cally activates cooling procedures. Refer to the Heat

dispersal section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for

details on setting the options for cooling methods.

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. Refer to the

Turning off the power section in Chapter 3, Getting

Started, for details.

Standby If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the

power without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory. When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.

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Utilities

This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or read.me files.

TOSHIBA Power Saver To access this power savings management program, open

the Control Panel and select the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.

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HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware settings

according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use. To start the utility, click the Windows Start button and click Control Panel. In the

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cPad utilities The utilities greatly expands the functionality of the

TOSHIBA Controls This utility has four sections to let you do the following:

TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Console is a graphical user interface that

Fn-esse This Windows program lets you define your own “short-

DVD Video Player The DVD Video Player is used to play DVD-Video. It has

Network Device The Network Device Switch enables quick and easy setup

Switch of Internet and network settings. The Network Device

Control Panel, select the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon.

computer’s built-in pointing device.

• Buttons: Assign applications to the Internet button (default setting is the browser) and to the TOSHIBA Console button (default setting is the TOSHIBA Console).

• Media Apps: Set the mode for the Audio/Video control buttons. Select the application for audio and video playback.

• Sub LCD: Select the clock mode, 12-hour or 24-hour. Enter an owner text string for display on the Sub LCD.

• TOSHIBA Remote Control: Enable/disable the TOSHIBA Remote Control function.

provides access to help and services. It is the default function launched by the TOSHIBA Console button.

cut” keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work in Windows. To start the utility, click the Windows Start button, point to All Programs, point to TOSHIBA Utilities and click Fn-esse.

an on-screen interface and functions. Click Start, point to All Programs, point to InterVideo WinDVD 4, then click InterVideo WinDVD 4.

Switch manages profiles captured from the computer settings for each network that you use. When you select a profile, your network settings change. To access this utility click Start, point to All Programs and click Network Device Switch.

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Options

Bluetooth TOSHIBA This software enables communication between remote

Stack Bluetooth devices. Refer to the Quick Start Guide.

Drag’n Drop CD This easy-to-use software lets you record CDs with just a

few mouse clicks. You can create CDs in several formats including audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data CDs to store the files and folders on your hard drive. This software can be used only on model with CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.

TOSHIBA Mobile This utility enables hot docking of TOSHIBA Style Bay

Extension modules (optical media drives or HDD adaptor). You can

remove/install, TOSHIBA Style Bay modules while the computer is on. To activate the utility, select “TOSHIBA Mobile Extension” from TOSHIBA Console.

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 A 256 or 512 MB memory module can easily be installed in

the computer.

Battery pack An additional battery pack can be purchased from your

TOSHIBA dealer. Use it as a spare or replacement.

AC adaptor 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.

Battery charger The battery charger lets you charge extra batteries outside

the computer.

Security lock A slot is available to attach a security cable to the com-

puter to deter theft.

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TOSHIBA Style Bay options

The following modules can be installed in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. The user can select either a DVD-ROM drive, a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive , a TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor, a TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack or a Bridge media adaptor, to

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be preinstalled as a standard device. All other modules are options.

DVD-ROM Refer to the Features section for details.

CD-RW/DVD-ROM Refer to the Features section for details.

TOSHIBA Style Bay An adaptor lets you install an optional HDD described

HDD adaptor in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Hard disk drive You can increase your computer’s data storage capacity

with an additional 60 billion bytes (55.89 GB) hard disk drive in the TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor.

TOSHIBA Style Bay The secondary battery increases your computer’s battery

2nd battery pack power and operating time when a main battery is also

installed.

Bridge media adaptor This adaptor lets you install an optional Bridge media

(Memory Stick/Smart Media/Compact Flash memory) adaptor described in Chapter 8,

Optional Devices.

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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

Figure 2-1 shows the computer’s front with its display panel in the closed position.

DISPLAY INFRARED REMOTE VOLUME

LATCH PORT CONTROL

MODE AUDIO/VIDEO SUB LCD SYSTEM AUDIO/VIDEO CONTROL CONTROL INDICATORS CONTROL BUTTON BUTTONS BUTTONS

Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed

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Display latch This latch secures the LCD panel in its closed position.

Slide the latch to open the display.

Infrared port This infrared port is compatible with Infrared Data Associa-

tion (IrDA 1.1) standards. It enables cableless 4 Mbps,

1.15 Mbps, 115.2 kbps, 57.6 kbps, 38.4 kbps, 19.2 kbps or

9.6 kbps data transfer with IrDA 1.1 compatible external

devices.

Remote This port receives signals from the TOSHIBA Remote

Control port Control.

Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers

and subwoofer or the stereo headphones.

Mode Control This button directly launches various CD, DVD and

button Digital Audio functions. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating

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Audio/Video Previous button: Plays the previous track/chapter/

control buttons data. Play/pause button: Begins or pauses play. Stop

button: Halts play. Next button: Plays the next

track/chapter/data. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

icon. The center displays the status. The right side displays the battery charge level. Refer to Chapter 4,

Operating Basics.

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MODE

NOTE: If Random is selected in TOSHIBA Media Player, selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection.

Sub LCD The left side of the sub LCD displays the CD/Digital Audio

System LEDs let you monitor the status of various computer

indicators functions. Details are given in the Indicators section.

Left side

Figure 2-2 shows the computer’s left side.

SD CARD SD CARD

INDICATOR SLOT

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION

INDICATOR

USB EXTERNAL FIXED OPTICAL WIRELESS

PORTS MONITOR

A single cover protects the external monitor.

SD card indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is accessing

SD card slot SD cards are used in a wide variety of external devices.

CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the SD card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.

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PORT MEDIA DRIVE COMMUNICATION

SWITCH

Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer

the SD card slot.

This slot lets you transfer data from the device to your computer. An indicator on the left side of the slot glows when a card is being accessed.

Left side

Wireless This indicator glows orange when the Bluetooth and

communication Wireless LAN functions are on (Wireless model or

Indicator Wireless LAN ready model only).

Wireless Slide this switch toward the front of the computer to turn

communication off Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions. Slide it toward

switch the back of the computer to turn on the functions (Wire-

On Off

CAUTION: Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the wireless communication indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication function is off.

Universal Two Universal Serial Bus ports are on the left side. The

Serial Bus ports comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables

(USB 2.0) ports data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the USB 1.1

CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the USB connectors. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.

less model or Wireless LAN ready model only).

standard. (The ports also support USB 1.1.)

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NOTE: Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. Some functions might not execute properly.

External monitor This 15-pin port lets you connect an external video

port display.

Fixed optical See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for information on using

media drive the drive and caring for CDs and DVDs.

DVD-ROM drive Some models are equipped with 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.

CD-RW/DVD-ROM Some models are equipped with a full-size, CD-RW/DVD-

drive ROM drive module lets you run CD/DVDs. You can also

write CDs.

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Right side

Figure 2-3 shows the computer’s right side.

PC CARD SLOT TOSHIBA STYLE BAY I.LINK PORT USB PORT

S/PDIF+ MICROPHONE LINE-IN VIDEO-OUT+LINE-OUT SECURITY HEADPHONE JACK JACK JACK LOCK

JACK

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A single cover protects the S/PDIF and Headphone jack, Microphone jack, Line-in jack and Video-out and Line-out jack.

PC card slot A PC card slot can accommodate one 5 mm PC card (Type

CAUTION: Keep foreign objects out of the PC card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.

Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer

II). You can install any industry standard PC card such as a SCSI adaptor, Ethernet adaptor or flash memory card.

TOSHIBA Style Bay A DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, TOSHIBA

Style Bay HDD adaptor, TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack or Bridge media adaptor can be installed in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. A weight saver can be installed when there is no module.

i.LINK (IEEE1394) Connect an external device, such as a digital video camera

port to this port for high-speed data transfer.

Universal A third Universal Serial Bus (USB 2.0 compliant) port is on

Serial Bus the right side. See Universal Serial Ports in the Left side

(USB 2.0) port section for details.

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Back side

S/PDIF and This jack lets you connect digital speakers or a stereo

Headphone jack headphone (16 ohm minimum). When you connect a

digital speaker or headphones, the internal speaker is automatically disabled.

Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a

three-conductor mini jack for monaural microphone input.

Line-in jack A standard 3.5 mm mini line-in jack enables connection of

a stereo device for audio input.

Video-out and Plug a mini-jack TV adaptor cable into this jack for both

Line-out jack line-out and video-out. The TV adaptor cable carries video

as well as audio data for left and right speakers. Use the TV button to turn on and off the TV display.

Security lock A security cable attaches to this slot. The optional

security cable anchors your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft.

Back side

Figure 2-4 shows the computer’s back panel.

LAN ACTIVE

INDICATOR

(YELLOW)

LINK INDICATOR (GREEN)

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MODEM

JACK

LAN

JACK

COOLING

VENTS

Figure 2-4 The back side of the computer

DC IN 15V

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LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN. The adaptor has

Ether

Link indicator This indicator glows green when the computer is connect-

(green) ed to a LAN and the LAN is functioning properly.

LAN active This indicator glows yellow when data is being exchanged

indicator (yellow) between the computer and the LAN.

Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as standard

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CAUTIONS: 1. In case of a lightning storm, unplug the modem cable

Cooling vents These vents provide an outlet for air pulled through the

built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T) and Fast Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second, 100BASE-Tx). The LAN has two indicators. See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details.

equipment, there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line.

from the telephone jack.

2. Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.

computer by the fan.

CAUTION: Be careful not to block the cooling vents. Also be careful to keep foreign objects out of them. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry.

DC IN 15V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the

DC IN 15V

model of AC adaptor that comes with the computer. Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer.

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Under side

Underside

Figure 2-5 shows the underside of the computer. Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer.

TOSHIBA STYLE BAY

LATCH

MEMORY MODULE COVER

Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer

TOSHIBA Style Bay Slide this latch to free the TOSHIBA Style Bay for removal.

latch

Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC

adaptor is not connected. For detailed information on the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up

Modes.

Battery release Slide this latch to release the battery pack for removal.

latch

BATTERY PACKBATTERY RELEASE LATCH

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Memory module This cover protects two memory module sockets. One or

cover two modules are preinstalled. Refer to the Memory

expansion section in Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

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Front with the display open

This section shows the cPad and TouchPad computers with the display open. Refer to the appropriate illustration for details. Except for the pointing devices, features are the same.

cPad model

Figure 2-6 shows the front of the cPad model computer with the display open. To open the display, push the display latch on the front of the display and lift up. Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.

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MICROPHONE

DISPLAY HINGE

DISPLAY SCREEN

STEREO SPEAKER (RIGHT)

TOSHIBA CONSOLE

BUTTON

STEREO SPEAKER (LEFT)

POWER BUTTON

INTERNET BUTTON

PAD

Figure 2-6 The front of the cPad model with the display open

Display hinge The display hinge holds the display screen at easy-to-

view angles.

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CPAD CONTROL BUTTONS

TV BUTTON

Front with the display open

Display screen The LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics. The

computer’s LCD consists of up to 1024 x 768 pixels, 1400 x 1050 pixels or 1600 x 1200 pixels. Refer to Appendix B.

When the computer operates on the AC adaptor the display screen’s image will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power. The lower brightness level is intended to save battery power.

Stereo speakers The speakers emit sound generated by your software as

well as audio alarms, such as low battery condition, generated by the system.

Power button Press the power button to turn the computer’s power on

and off.

Internet button Press this button to launch an Internet browser. If the

computer’s power is off, you can press this button to turn on the computer’s power and launch the browser automatically in one step.

cPad A cPad located in the center of the palm rest is used to

control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

cPad contol Control buttons below the cPad let you select menu

buttons items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the

on-screen pointer.

TOSHIBA Console Press this button to launch an application automatically.

button The default is TOSHIBA Console.

Using the cPad

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Microphone A built-in microphone lets you record sounds into your

applications. See Using the microphone in Chapter 4,

Operating Basics.

TV button Press this button to set your display device to TV (Video-

out). Press it again to return to LCD.

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TouchPad model

Figure 2-7 shows the front of the computer with the display open. To open the display, push the display latch on the front of the display and lift up. Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle.

For details on features other than the pointing device, refer to the cPad model section.

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TOSHIBA SCROLLER

TOUCHPAD

TOUCHPAD CONTROL BUTTONS

Figure 2-7 The front of the TouchPad model with the display open

TouchPad A TouchPad located in the center of the palm rest is used

to control the on-screen pointer. Refer to the Using the

TouchPad section in Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

TouchPad Control buttons below the TouchPad let you select menu

control buttons items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the

on-screen pointer.

TOSHIBA TOSHIBA Scroller is used to scroll windows.

Scroller

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System indicators

Icons, to the right of sub LCD, light when various computer operations are in progress.

DC IN 15V POWER BATTERY FIXED HDD/ODD TOSHIBA

STYLE BAY

Figure 2-8 System indicators

DC IN 15V The DC IN indicator glows green when DC power is

supplied from the AC power adaptor. If the adaptor’s output voltage is abnormal or if the power supply malfunctions, this indicator flashes orange.

Power The Power indicator glows green when the computer is

on. If you select Standby from Shut Down Windows, this indicator flashes orange (one second on, two seconds off) while the computer shuts down.

Battery The Battery indicator shows the condition of the

battery’s charge: Green indicates full charge, orange indicates battery charging and flashing orange indicates a low battery charge. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-

Up Modes.

Fixed HDD/ODD The Fixed HDD/ODD indicator glows green when the

computer is accessing the built-in hard disk or fixed optical media drive.

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TOSHIBA Style Bay The TOSHIBA Style Bay indicator glows green when

the computer is accessing a DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive, or TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. When the secondary battery is in the TOSHIBA Style Bay, the TOSHIBA Style Bay indicator glows as follows: green : fully charged orange : charging the battery

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Keyboard indicators

The figures below show the positions of the keypad overlay indicators and the CapsLock indicator.

When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cursor. When the F11 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you enter numbers.

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ARROW MODE

INDICATOR

Figure 2-9 Keypad overlay indicators

When the CapsLock indicator glows the keyboard is in all-caps mode.

Figure 2-10 CapsLock indicator

Caps Lock This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are

locked in uppercase.

Arrow mode When the Arrow mode indicator lights green, you can

use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) as cursor keys. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

NUMERIC MODE

INDICATOR

CAPSLOCK

INDICATOR

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USB diskette drive

Numeric mode You can use the keypad overlay (gray labeled keys) for

numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator lights green. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

USB diskette drive

A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. It connects to the USB port.

DISK-IN-USE INDICATOR

DISKETTE SLOT

EJECT BUTTON

Figure 2-11 USB diskette drive

Disk-In-Use This indicator lights when the diskette is being accessed.

Indicator

Diskette slot Insert diskettes in this slot.

Eject button When a diskette is fully seated in the drive, the eject

button pops out. To remove a diskette, push in the eject button and the diskette pops out partially for removal.

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CAUTION: Check the Disk-In-Use indicator when you use the diskette drive. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could destroy data and damage the diskette or the drive.

NOTES: 1. The external diskette drive should be placed on a flat,

horizontal surface when in use. Do not set the drive on an incline greater than 20o while it is operating.

2. Do not set anything on top of the diskette drive.

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Fixed optical media drive

DVD-ROM drive

EJECT BUTTON EJECT HOLE

DVD-IN-USE INDICATOR

Figure 2-12 The DVD-ROM drive

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The 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 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. The computer is configured with either a DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive.

NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disk and faster at the outer edge.

This drive supports the following formats:

• DVD-ROM • DVD-Video

• CD-DA • CD-Text

• Photo CD (single/multi-session)

• CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

• CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

• CD-G (Audio CD only)

• Addressing Method 2

DVD-In-Use This indicator lights when a CD/DVD is being accessed.

Indicator

Eject button Press the eject button to open the drawer partially.

Eject hole Insert a slender object to open the drawer when the power

to the DVD-ROM drive is off.

CAUTION: Check the Fixed HDD/ODD indicator or DVD-In-Use indicator when you use the DVD-ROM drive. Do not press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could damage the CD/DVD or the drive.

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Fixed optical media drive

DVD-ROM drives and media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD media, make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.

Code Region

1 Canada, United States 2 Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3 Southeast Asia, East Asia 4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South

America, Caribbean 5 Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia 6 China

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

EJECT BUTTON EJECT HOLE

CD-RW/DVD-IN-USE INDICATOR

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Figure 2-13 The CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

The full-size CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. The computer is configured with either a DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive.

NOTE: The read speed is slower at the center of a disk and faster at the outer edge.

DVD read 8 speed (maximum)

CD read 24 speed (maximum)

CD-R write 24 speed (maximum)

CD-RW write 10 speed (maximum)

This drive supports the following formats:

• DVD-ROM • DVD-Video

• CD-DA • CD-Text

• Photo CD (single/multi-session)

• CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

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• CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

• CD-G (Audio CD only)

• Addressing Method 2

CD-RW/DVD-In-Use This indicator lights when a CD/DVD is being accessed.

Indicator

Eject button Press the eject button to open the drawer partially.

Eject hole Insert a slender object to open the drawer when the power

to the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive is off.

CAUTION: Check the Fixed HDD/ODD indicator or CD-RW/DVD-

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In-Use indicator when you use the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Do not

press the eject button or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could damage the CD/DVD or the drive.

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drives and media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions. When you purchase DVD media, make sure it matches your drive, otherwise it will not play properly.

Code Region

1 Canada, United States 2 Japan, Europe, South Africa, Middle East 3 Southeast Asia, East Asia 4 Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Central America, South

America, Caribbean 5 Russia, Indian Subcontinent, Africa, North Korea, Mongolia 6 China

CD-R describes compact disks that can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

CD-RW describes compact disks that can be recorded more than once. Use either 1, 2, or 4 multi speed CD-RW disks or high-speed 4- to 10-speed disks. The write speed of the high-speed CD-RW disks is maximum 10-speed.

Use Drag’n Drop CD to write compact disks.

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TOSHIBA Style Bay modules

The TOSHIBA Style Bay can accommodate the following modules: DVD-ROM drive, CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, optional TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor, optional TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack or Bridge media adaptor.

DVD-ROM drive

Refer to the DVD-ROM drive item in the Fixed optical media drive section for details.

Figure 2-14 The DVD-ROM drive

DVD-IN-USE

INDICATOR

EJECT HOLE

EJECT BUTTON

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

Refer to the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive item in the Fixed optical media drive section for details.

NOTE: The physical features of this drive are similar to those of the DVD-ROM drive. Refer to the illustration in the DVD-ROM drive section.

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CAUTION: Check the TOSHIBA Style Bay indicator when you use the DVD-ROM drive or CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. Do not press the eject button, disconnect a drive or turn off the computer while the light is glowing. Doing so could damage the CD/DVD or the drive.

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TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor

You can increase your computer’s data storage capacity by installing an optional, integrated, 2 1/2" HDD in the TOSHIBA Style Bay.

RELEASE LATCH

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Figure 2-15 The TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor

TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack

An optional battery pack can be installed in the TOSHIBA Style Bay to increase the computer’s battery power and operating time. A TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack is composed of a battery pack and an adaptor. For details, refer to the documentation accompanying the secondary battery pack. Refer to Chapter 8, Optional

Devices, for details on installing a TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack.

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Figure 2-16 The TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack

TOSHIBA Style Bay modules

Bridge media adaptor

Three types of memory, a Smart Media, a Memory Stick and a Compact Flash memory can be installed and used in the Bridge media adaptor.

Figure 2-17 Bridge media adaptor

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Weight saver

Installing a weight saver module in the TOSHIBA Style Bay lets you reduce the carrying weight of the computer. The weight saver has a recess for storing the TOSHIBA Remote Control.

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Figure 2-18 The weight saver

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Figure 2-19The weight saver with a Remote Control

TOSHIBA Remote Control

A TOSHIBA Remote Control lets you control play of DVDs without using the buttons on the computer.

NOTE: You can use TOSHIBA Controls to enable/disable the remote control function.

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Figure 2-20 The TOSHIBA Remote Control

The following controls are available. Press the corresponding button to execute a specific control.

On/Off control

Power Turns the power on or off.

System controls

TV Press this button to set your display device to TV (Video-

out). Press it again to return to LCD.

Full Screen Toggles the size of the active window between normal and

maximum. In the case of InterVideo WinDVD 4, it toggles the screen between normal and full-screen.

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Window change Changes the active window.

Volume controls

Volume up Increases the volume.

Volume down Decreases the volume.

Zero Volume Minimize the volume.

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NOTE: The volume controls work only when Windows is running. They do not work in CD Player Mode without Windows.

Cursor controls

Arrows Moves the cursor in the indicated direction: up, down, left,

Tab Moves the cursor to the next topic.

Enter Executes the currently selected item.

DVD controls

DVD menu Displays the WinDVD menu.

Mode Switches between CD/DVD and Digital Audio. See the

MODE

Play/Pause Toggles between play and pauses play.

right.

Mode Control button section in Chapter 4, Operating

Basics for details.

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Stop Stops play.

AC adaptor

Previous chapter Skips to the previous chapter.

Fast backward Speeds up reverse play.

Fast forward Speeds up forward play.

Next chapter Skips to the next chapter.

AC adaptor

The AC adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to the computer. It can automatically adjust to any voltage from 100 to 240 volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz, enabling you to use the computer in almost any country/region.

To recharge the battery, simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and the computer. See Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes for details.

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Figure 2-21 The AC adaptor

CAUTION: Use only the AC adaptor that came with the computer or an equivalent optional adaptor. Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The current rating for the computer is 5.0 amperes.

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Chapter 3

Getting Started

This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer. It covers the following topics:

◆ Setting up your work space — for your health and safety

NOTE: Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. This guide, which is included with the computer, explains product liability.

◆ Connecting the AC adaptor

◆ Opening the display

◆ Turning on the power

◆ Starting up for the first time

◆ Turning off the power

◆ Restarting the computer

◆ Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery CD-ROM

ETTING STARTED

NOTE: All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time.

Setting up your work space

Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer. A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands, wrists or other joints. Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer’s operation. This section discusses the following topics:

◆ General conditions

◆ Placement of the computer

◆ Seating and posture

◆ Lighting

◆ Work habits

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General conditions

In general, if you are comfortable, so is your computer, but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment.

◆ Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation.

◆ Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the com-

puter and easily accessible.

◆ The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade (41 to 95 degrees

Fahrenheit) and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent.

◆ Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may

occur.

◆ Keep the computer free of dust, moisture, and exposure to direct sunlight.

◆ Keep the computer away from heat sources, such as electric heaters.

◆ Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals.

◆ Do not place the computer near objects that create strong magnetic fields (e.g.,

stereo speakers).

◆ Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone.

◆ Leave ample ventilation room for the fan. Do not block the vents.

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Placement of the computer

Position the computer and peripheral devices to provide comfort and safety.

◆ Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance. The

display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eye strain.

◆ Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and

make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices.

◆ Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display.

The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility.

◆ If you use a paper holder, set it at about the same height and distance as the

computer.

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Seating and posture

The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain. Refer to the following tips and to figure 3-1.

BELOW EYE LEVEL

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FOOT REST

Figure 3-1 Posture and positioning of the computer

◆ Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your

elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed.

◆ Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips. If necessary, use a foot

rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs.

◆ Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine.

◆ Sit straight so that your knees, hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree

angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.

90O ANGLES

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Lighting

Proper lighting can improve legibility of the display and reduce eye strain.

◆ Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect

off the screen. Use tinted windows, shades or other screen to eliminate sun glare.

◆ Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in

your eyes.

◆ If possible, use soft, indirect lighting in your computer work area. Use a lamp

to illuminate your documents or desk, but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes.

Work habits

A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activities. If possible, schedule a variety of tasks into your work day. If you must spend long periods at the computer, finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency.

◆ Sit in a relaxed posture. Good positioning of your chair and equipment as

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described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain.

◆ Vary your posture frequently.

◆ Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly.

◆ Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day.

◆ Frequently, look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant

object for several seconds, for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes.

◆ Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks, for example, two

or three minutes every half hour.

◆ Have your eyes examined regularly and visit a doctor promptly, if you suspect

you might be suffering from a repetitive strain injury.

A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury or repetitive stress syndrome. For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists, please check with your library or book vendor. Also refer to the computer’s Instruction Manual for Safety &

Comfort.

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Connecting the AC adaptor

Attach the AC adaptor when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power. It is also the fastest way to get started, because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power.

The AC adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz. For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack, refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

CAUTION: Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The current rating for the computer is 5.0 amperes.

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

Figure 3-2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor

2. Connect the AC adaptor’s DC output plug to the DC IN input port on the back

of the computer.

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Figure 3-3 Connecting the adaptor to the computer

3. Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet. The Battery and DC IN indicators

on the front of the computer should glow.

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Opening the display

The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing.

1. Slide the display latch on the front of the computer to the right.

2. Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you.

CAUTION: Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel. Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer.

DISPLAY LATCH

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Figure 3-4 Opening the display

Turning on the power

This section describes how to turn on the power.

NOTE: After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system. Refer to the section Starting up

for the first time in this chapter.

1. Open the display.

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Turning off the power

2. Press and hold the computer’s power button for two or three seconds.

Figure 3-5 Turning on the power

Starting up for the first time

When you first turn on the power, the computer’s initial screen is the Microsoft Windows XP Startup Screen Logo. Follow the on-screen directions for each screen. During setup, you can click the Back button to return to the previous screen.

Be sure to read the Windows End User License Agreement display carefully.

NOTE: Be sure to read the License Agreement carefully.

Turning off the power

The power can be turned off in one of the following modes: Shut down (Boot), Hibernation or Standby mode.

Shut Down mode (Boot mode)

When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system’s main screen.

1. If you have entered data, save it to the hard disk or to a diskette.

2. Make sure all disk activity has stopped, then remove the CD/DVD-ROM or diskette.

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CAUTION: Make sure the Fixed HDD/ODD and TOSHIBA Style Bay indicators are off. If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed, you can lose data or damage the disk.

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3. Click start and click Turn Off Computer. From the Turn Off Computer window click Turn Off.

4. Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

CAUTION: Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.

Hibernation mode

The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the computer is turned off. The next time the computer is turned on, the previous state is restored. The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices.

CAUTIONS: 1. Save your data. While entering hibernation mode, the

computer saves the contents of memory to the HDD. However, for safety sake, it is best to save your data manually.

2. Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed. Wait for the Fixed HDD/ODD indicator to go out.

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3. Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode. Data will be lost.

Benefits of hibernation

The hibernation feature provides the following benefits:

◆ Saves data to the hard disk when the computer automatically shuts down

because of a low battery.

NOTE: For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places in TOSHIBA Power Saver: the Hibernate window and the Battery Alarm item of the Alarm window. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Standby mode. If battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Standby will be lost.

◆ You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you

turn on the computer.

◆ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input

or hardware access for the duration set by the System hibernate feature.

◆ You can use the panel power off feature.

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Starting Hibernation

NOTE: You can also enable Hibernation by pressing Fn + F4. See Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details.

To enter Hibernation mode, follow the steps below.

1. Click start and click Turn Off Computer.

2. In Turn Off Computer click Hibernate. The Standby icon will be displayed initially. To display the Hibernate icon press the Shift key.

The computer will also enter Hibernate mode automatically when you:

◆ Press the power button.

◆ Close the lid.

First, however, make the appropriate settings according to the steps below.

1. Open the Windows Control Panel and click the TOSHIBA Power Saver icon.

2. Select the Hibernate window, select the Enable Hibernate support check box and click the Apply button.

3. Select the Power Save Modes window.

4. Double-click Power Save Modes and open the System Power Mode window.

5. Enable the desired Hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid.

6. Click the OK button.

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Data save in hibernation mode

When you turn off the power in hibernation mode, the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk. During this time, the Fixed HDD/ODD indicator will light.

After you turn off the computer and memory is saved to the hard disk, turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

CAUTION: Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately. Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge.

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Standby mode

If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off the power without exiting from your software. Data is maintained in the computer’s main memory. When you turn on the power again, you can continue working right where you left off.

CAUTIONS: 1. Before entering Standby mode, be sure to save your data.

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

3. Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode (unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in memory will be lost.

4. If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital, be sure to shut down the computer in hibernation mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference.

Benefits of standby

The standby feature provides the following benefits:

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◆ Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does hiberna-

tion.

◆ Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input

or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature.

◆ You can use the panel power off feature.

Executing standby

NOTE: You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn + F3. See Chapter 5, Keyboard, for details.

You can enter standby mode in one of three ways:

1. Click start, click Turn Off Computer and click Stand by.

2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. To enable it, select the

TOSHIBA Power Saver icon in the Control Panel and open the System Power Mode item.

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3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. To enable it, select the

TOSHIBA Power Saver icon in the Control Panel and open the System Power Mode item.

When you turn the power back on, you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer.

NOTES: 1. When the computer is shut down in standby mode, the

power indicator flashes orange.

2. If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode. Standby mode consumes more power.

Standby limitations

Standby will not function under the following conditions:

◆ Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.

◆ Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.

Restarting the computer

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Certain conditions require that you reset the system. For example, if:

◆ You change certain computer settings.

◆ An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard

commands.

There are three ways to reset the computer system:

1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Del to display the Windows Task Manager, then

select Shutdown and Restart.

2. Select Restart from the Turn Off Computer window in the start

menu.

3. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Wait 10 to 15 seconds, then turn the power on again by pressing the power button.

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Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery CD-ROM

If preinstalled files are damaged, use the Product Recovery CD-ROM to restore them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.

CAUTION: When you reinstall the Windows operating system, the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost.

1. Load the Product Recovery CD-ROM in the fixed optical media drive and turn off the computer’s power.

2. Hold down the F12 key and turn on the power. When In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA appears, release the F12 key.

3. Use the left or right cursor key to select the CD-ROM icon in the display menu. For details, refer to the Boot priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Chapter 4

Operating Basics

This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the pointing devices, USB diskette drive, optical media drives, Sub LCD, audio/video controls, the microphone, the internal modem, wireless communication, LAN, TOSHIBA Remote Control and changing TOSHIBA Style Bay modules. It also provides tips on caring for your computer, diskettes and CD/DVDs.

Pointing devices

Depending on the configuration, the computer is equipped with either a cPad or a TouchPad. Refer to the appropriate section for details on operations.

Using the cPad

To use the cPad, touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

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CPAD

CPAD CONTROL BUTTONS

Figure 4-1 cPad and cPad control buttons

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cPad control buttons

There are three buttons below the cPad. The middle button displays icons representing utilities described in the next section. Tap an icon to start the corresponding utility. The left and right buttons below the cPad are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer. Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer. Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using.

NOTE: You can also tap the cPad to perform functions similar to those of the left button.

Click: Tap the cPad once. Double-click: Tap twice. Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave your

finger on the cPad after the second tap and move the material.

cPad utilities

The following utilities greatly expand the functions of the cPad. To launch the utilities, press the center cPad button. For details on using each utility, refer to the respective help files.

Application launcher Displays icons corresponding to selected applications.

Tap an icon to start the related application. To close an application, tap the “X” in the corner. You can use cPad Properties to add or delete icons.

Ten key pad The key pad lets you enter numerical data into applica-

tions.

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Calculator A four-function calculator or a weights and measures

function lets you perform simple calculations and paste them into the currently active application. Press this button to display the calculator function. To change functions, press the Weights and measures icon. To change back to the calculator, press the Normal calculator icon.

Weights and measures

Normal calculator

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Sticky notes Lets you hand write or type notes. You can use one of the

notes in Sticky notes as wallpaper. You can set an alarm clock to automatically display the

note and execute other actions such as sounds associated with the message. Use the sticky notes properties window to set an alarm and to designate a note as wallpaper.

Properties

To set the properties for sticky notes, tap the Properties icon.

Input

To input a note, tap the Input icon. You can toggle between a pencil icon (handwriting) and a keyboard (key input).

Previous/next

When you save a note, it is assigned a

number one higher than the previously saved note. To view a previous note (decrement) tap the < icon. To view the next note (increment) tap the > icon.

Signature capture Lets you enter a signature or small sketch into an applica-

tion.

Calendar Displays a calendar.

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cPad Properties Lets you add or delete icons for the application launcher

utility. The following icons cannot be deleted: cPad Properties, Ten Key, Calculator, Signature Capture and Sticky Notes. You can also select a background for the cPad: wall paper, animation, clock or calendar.

Help Displays help files for cPad utilities.

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Copy, Paste, Clear

You can copy entries from cPad utilities to other applications.

Copy To copy data from the cPad to the clipboard, tap the Copy

icon.

Paste To paste data from the clipboard to the currently active

application, tap the Paste icon.

Clear To erase a cPad screen, tap the Clear icon.

Using the TouchPad

To use the TouchPad, simply touch and move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on-screen pointer to go.

TOUCHPAD

CONTROL BUTTONS

TOUCHPAD

Figure 4-2 TouchPad and TouchPad control buttons

Two buttons below the keyboard are used like the buttons on a mouse pointer.

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Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer. Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using. The TOSHIBA Scroller is used to scroll windows.

NOTE: You can also tap the TouchPad to perform functions similar to those of the left button.

Click: Tap the TouchPad once Double-click: Tap twice Drag and drop: Tap to select the material you want to move. Leave your

finger on the TouchPad after the second tap and move the material.

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Using the USB diskette drive

A 3 1/2" diskette drive connects to the computer’s USB port. It accommodates 1.44megabyte or 720-kilobyte diskettes. Refer to Chapter 2, Grand Tour, for more information.

Connecting 3 1/2" diskette drive

To connect the drive, plug the diskette drive connector into a USB port. Refer to Figure 4-3.

CAUTION: Make sure the connector is right side up and properly aligned with the socket. Do not try to force the connection, doing so can damage the connecting pins.

Figure 4-3 Connecting the USB diskette drive

NOTE: If you connect the diskette drive after turning on the computer, it will take about 10 seconds for the computer to recognize the drive. Do not disconnect and reconnect before 10 seconds has elapsed.

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Disconnecting 3 1/2" diskette drive

When you have finished using the diskette drive, follow the procedures below to disconnect it:

1. Wait for the indicator light to go out to make sure all diskette activity has stopped.

CAUTION: If you disconnect the diskette drive or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the drive you may lose data or damage the diskette or the drive.

2. Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.

3. Click Diskette drive.

4. Pull the diskette drive connector out of the USB port.

Changing TOSHIBA Style Bay modules

This section explains how to change modules in the TOSHIBA Style Bay. The illustrations show replacement of the DVD-ROM drive with the TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor. Therefore, the text refers to those modules. However, the procedures are the same for any of the modules: CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, bridge media adaptor, HDD adaptor, TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack with separate tray or weight saver.

CAUTIONS: 1. To avoid injury, do not put your hand into the

TOSHIBA Style Bay slot.

2. Before removing or installing a second battery pack,

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NOTE: The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension is preinstalled to support hot swapping under Windows. Refer to Chapter 1, Introduction, and to the utility’s online help files for information on using this utility to change modules while the computer’s power is on. If you are using a Bridge media adaptor, you can click the Windows Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar to remove the Bridge media adaptor.

turn off the computer’s power.

Removing a module

Remove the DVD-ROM drive as described below.

1. Check all disk indicators to make sure no disks are operating.

2. Turn the computer upside down.

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CAUTION: Wait for all disk indicators to go out before you turn over the computer and be careful to lay the computer down gently. Shock can damage the HDD or other components.

3. Remove the screw near the icon securing the TOSHIBA Style Bay.

4. Make sure the screw in the TOSHIBA Style Bay lock is set in the hole for the unlock position.

5. Slide the TOSHIBA Style Bay latch to the unlock position.

6. Grasp the DVD-ROM drive and slide it out.

CAUTION: The DVD-ROM drive and other TOSHIBA Style Bay modules can become hot with use. Be careful when removing the module.

TOSHIBA STYLE BAY

LOCK

POSITION

LATCH

UNLOCK

POSITION

TOSHIBA STYLE BAY

MODULE

Figure 4-4 Removing the DVD-ROM drive

Installing a module

Install the TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor as described below.

1. Insert the TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor in the computer as shown below and press until the ejector clicks.

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2. If you want to lock the TOSHIBA Style Bay module, set the TOSHIBA Style Bay lock screw in the hole for the lock position.

SCREW

LOCK POSITION

TOSHIBA STYLE BAY

MODULE

Figure 4-5 Installing the TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor

Using optical media drives

The text and illustrations in this section refer primarily to the Fixed DVD-ROM drive. However, operation is the same for the CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive in the fixed optical media drive or TOSHIBA Style Bay. The full-size drive provides high-performance execution of CD/DVD-ROM-based programs. You can run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without an adaptor. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD-ROM, an indicator on the drive glows and the Fixed HDD/ODD or TOSHIBA Style Bay indicator glows.

NOTE: Use the WinDVD 4 application to view DVD-Video disks.

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If you have a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, refer also to the Writing CDs section for precautions on writing to CDs.

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Loading disks

To load CD/DVDs, follow the steps below and refer to figures 4-6 to 4-10.

1. a. When the power is on, press the DVD-ROM eject button to open the

drawer slightly.

EJECT BUTTON

Figure 4-6 Pressing the DVD-ROM eject button

b. Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the DVD-ROM

drive’s power is off. If the power is off, you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object (about 15 mm) such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button.

15mm

Diameter 1.0mm

Figure 4-7 Manual release with the eject hole

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2. Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully opened.

Figure 4-8 Pulling the drawer open

3. Lay the CD/DVD, label side up, in the drawer.

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Figure 4-9 Inserting a CD/DVD

NOTE: When the drawer is fully opened, the edge of the computer will extend slightly over the CD/DVD tray. Therefore, you will need to turn the CD/DVD at an angle when you place it in the tray. After seating the CD/DVD, however, make sure it lies flat, as shown in figure 4-9.

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CAUTIONS: 1. Do not touch the laser lens. Doing so could cause

misalignment.

2. Be careful to keep foreign matter from entering the drive. Check the back edge of the tray to make sure it carries no debris before closing the drive.

4. Press gently at the center of the CD/DVD until you feel it click into place. The CD/DVD should lie below the top of the spindle, flush with the spindle base.

5. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.

CAUTION: If the CD/DVD is not seated properly when the drawer is closed, the CD/DVD might be damaged. Also, the drawer might not open fully when you press the eject button.

Figure 4-10 Closing the DVD-ROM drawer

Removing disks

To remove the CD/DVD, follow the steps below and refer to figure 4-11.

CAUTION: Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the Fixed DVD-ROM drive. Wait for the Fixed HDD/ODD indicator to go out before you open the drawer. Also, if the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, wait for it to stop before you remove it.

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1. To pop the drawer partially open, press the eject button. Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened.

CAUTIONS: 1. When the drawer pops open slightly, wait a moment to

make sure the CD/DVD has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open.

2. Turn off the power before you use the eject hole. If the CD/DVD is spinning when you open the drawer, the CD/DVD could fly off the spindle and cause injury.

2. The CD/DVD extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it. Hold the CD/DVD gently and lift it out.

Figure 4-11 Removing a CD/DVD

3. Push the center of the drawer to close it. Press gently until it locks into place.

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Sub LCD

This section describes the sub LCD. It is divided into three parts: mode, status and battery charge level.

MODE TEXT/TIME VOLUME BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL

Figure 4-12 Sub-LCD

NOTE: The Sub LCD has a backlight that turns on for five seconds.

• When the Mode Control button or an audio/video control button is pressed

• When you turn the power on

Mode

The left side of the LCD displays one of four icons. Refer to the Audio/video controls section for details on setting the mode.

Press the Mode Control button to toggle between CD/DVD control, and Digital audio.

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Figure 4-13 Mode control

You can lock the current setting by holding down the Mode Control button for four seconds (while the power turns off). In the lock state the mode change feature does not work. To unlock the setting, hold down the Mode Control button for four seconds (while the power turns off).

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Status

The center panel displays the following:

◆ Time

◆ CD/DVD track /time

◆ Power messages:

Status Display

ON Welcome!

OFF See you!

STANDBY or HIBERNATION Zzz…

RESUME Wake up!

◆ Owner string

An owner string of up to 32 characters can be displayed. To set an owner string, open the Control Panel, open TOSHIBA Controls and click the Sub LCD tab.

NOTE: If the owner string is longer than eight characters, it will scroll across the sub LCD. You can enter a password hint or other information of your choosing.

Battery charge level

The right side shows the battery charge level.

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0~25% 25~50% 50~75% 75~99% 100%

Figure 4-14 Battery charge level

Audio/Video controls

This section describes how to use the audio/video control buttons. You do not have to turn on the computer’s operating system to play audio CD/DVDs. The following controls let you use the computer as a stand-alone CD/DVD player. When the operating system is running, the buttons control video as well as audio.

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Mode Control button

Press this button to switch between CD/DVD and Digital Audio. The sub LCD displays an icon to indicate the mode: CD/DVD or Digital Audio. You can lock the other audio/video control buttons by pressing Mode Control button

for four seconds (while the power turns off). The Lock icon will appear in the sub LCD.

Controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audio

The chart below describes controls for CD/DVD and Digital Audio.

CD/DVD control Digital Audio control

Power is off If an audio CD is in the fixed Operating system starts, and you press optical media drive, the TOSHIBA Media Player Play/Pause system enters CD Player mode starts and Digital Audio

and operates as a stand-alone Data play begins. CD player.

If a DVD is in the fixed optical media drive, the operating system starts and the DVD Video player starts.

CD player Fixed optical media drive power ---------- mode and turns off. you press Mode Control

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OS is running If an audio CD is in the optical TOSHIBA Media Player and you press media drive,TOSHIBA Media starts and Digital Audio Play/Pause Player starts and CD audio play Data play begins.

begins. If a DVD is in the optical media

drive, the DVD Video player starts and DVD Video play begins.

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NOTES: 1. If the computer power is off, the CD/DVD control functions

only for the fixed optical media drive. If you want to control the optical media drive in the TOSHIBA Style Bay by CD/ DVD control when the OS is booted up, set the appropriate player application software. You cannot play optical media in the TOSHIBA Style Bay, only by setting the internal CD/DVD play drive on the Media Apps tab of the TOSHIBA Controls.

2. To play Digital Audio Data, you must set the play list in the TOSHIBA Media Player. The next time you play Digital Audio Data in succession, the former play list will become active. If a CD was played the previous time, then All Audio will be used.

CAUTION: Do not install or remove a memory module while the fixed optical media drive power is on in CD Player mode. First press the Mode control button to turn off the power to the fixed optical media drive.

Next and previous buttons

A single button on a rocker controls the Next and Previous functions. Press on the icon to select the desired function.

Next Press the icon to advances to the next track, chapter or data. Previous Press the icon to advances to the previous track, chapter or data.

NOTE: If Random is selected in TOSHIBA Media Player, selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection.

Play/Pause and Stop buttons

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A single button on a rocker controls the Play/Pause and Stop functions. Press on the icon to select the desired function.

Play/Pause Press the icon to begin or pause play. Stop Press the icon to stop play.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Copyright

Disclaimer

Trademarks

FCC information

Modem warning notice

Matsushita CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive UJDA740 safety instruction

TEAC CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive DW-224E safety instruction

TEAC DVD-ROM drive DV-28E safety instruction

Table of Contents

Preface

Manual contents

Conventions

Abbreviations

Icons

Keys

Key operation

Display

Messages

General Precautions

Stress injury

Heat injury

Pressure or impact damage

PC card overheating

Equipment checklist

Hardware

Software

Documentation

Features

Special features

Utilities

Options

Front with the display closed

Left side

Right side

Back side

Under side

Front with the display open

cPad model

TouchPad model

System indicators

Keyboard indicators

USB diskette drive

Fixed optical media drive

DVD-ROM drive

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

TOSHIBA Style Bay modules

DVD-ROM drive

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive

TOSHIBA Style Bay HDD adaptor

TOSHIBA Style Bay 2nd battery pack

Bridge media adaptor

Weight saver

TOSHIBA Remote Control

On/Off control

System controls

Volume controls

Cursor controls

DVD controls

AC adaptor

Setting up your work space

General conditions

Placement of the computer

Seating and posture

Lighting

Work habits

Connecting the AC adaptor

Opening the display

Turning on the power

Turning off the power

Starting up for the first time

Shut Down mode (Boot mode)

Hibernation mode

Standby mode

Restarting the computer

Restoring the preinstalled software from the Product Recovery CD-ROM

Pointing devices