Toshiba Satellite A210, Satellite Pro A210 User Manual

TOSHIBA Satellite A210/

Satellite Pro A210

Portable Personal Computer

User’s Manual

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

TOSHIBA Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual

First edition August 2007 Copyright authority for music, movies, computer programs, data bases and other

intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner. Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home. Any other use beyond that stipulated above (including conversion to digital format, alteration, transfer of copied material and distribution on a network) without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author’s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action. Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual.

Disclaimer

This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 Portable Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production. However, succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual.

Trademarks

IBM is a registered trademark, and IBM PC and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, AMD Athlon, AMD Turion, Radeon, and combinations thereof, ATI Mobility Radeon are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks and Windows Vista is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak. Memory Stick is a registered trademark and i.LINK is a trademark of SonyCorporation.

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Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license. DVD MovieFactory is trademarks of the Ulead Systems. Inc. Labelflash™ is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. U.S. Pat. No's.

5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and world-wide patents issued and pending. "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Copyright 1996, 2003 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

Macrovision License of Notice

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

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your computer.

When Using Your Computer

Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.

❑ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow installation

instructions closely.

❑ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal

objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The

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resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.

❑ Be sure that noting rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the

cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.

❑ Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the floor,

when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case.

❑ Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with this

computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire or explosion.

❑ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the voltage

rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power source. 115 V/ 60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.

❑ If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total

ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.

❑ To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and dis-

connect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.

❑ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or dis-

connect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.

❑ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.

FCC information

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 deter-

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mined 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..

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, 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

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BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)

EU Declaration of Conformity

Supplementary Information: “The product complies with the requirements

of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC and/or the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.”

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

Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Onl y)

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causng Equipment Regulations.

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Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du Règlement sur le matériel brouileur du Canada.

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/region 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.

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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 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.

Black Listed

. If you are experiencing problems

A05-0413001

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.

US: AGSMDO1BDELPHI 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

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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.

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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 particu-

larly important in rural areas.

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.

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 equip-

ment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C. The IC registration number of the modem is shown below.

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Canada: 4005B-DELPHI

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:

AT%TE=1 ATS133=1 AT &F AT &W AT%TE=0 AT Z

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 accep-

tance 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.

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❑ Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom’s PTC Specifica-

tions 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.

apart.

❑ Immediately disconnect this equipment should it become physically dam-

aged, 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) 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 nor-

mally.

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❑ 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

cadences 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.

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Following information is only for EU-member states:

The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Please ensure this product is properly

disposed as inappropriate waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the environment and human health.

For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you pur-

chased the product.

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

Optical disc drive standards

TOSHIBA Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 computer is shipped with one of the following drives preinstalled: DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM, or DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive.

The drive has one of the following labels:

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT

Before it is shipped, the Class 1 Laser is certified to meet the United States Chapter 21 Standards of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS 21 CFR).

For any other country, the drive is certified to meet the Class 1 Laser standards of IEC825 and EN60825.

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Important Notice

Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign, transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying, modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to claims for damages and penalties.

❑ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical

storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

❑ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. ❑ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. ❑ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the

manufacturer.

❑ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.

TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.

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CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive safety instructions

❑ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this

product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

❑ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of proce-

dures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

❑ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to

open the enclosure.

Toshiba Samsung TS-L462D

Location of the required label

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

MANUFACTURED:

Toshiba Samsung Strage Technology Korea corporation 416, Maetan-3Dong, Yeongtong-Gu Suwon City, Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, Korea

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TEAC DW-224E

Location of the required label

CERTIFICATION TISH PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES21CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE DATE OF MANUFACTURE

MANUFACTURED:

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

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HD DVD-ROM and HD DVD-R drive safety instructions

❑ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this

product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

❑ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of proce-

dures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

❑ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to

open the enclosure.

Toshiba TS-L802A

Location of the required label

PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER T O COMP AL WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER1, SUBCHAPTER J.

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME, MINATO KU, TOKYO 105-8001, JAPAN

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Toshiba SD-L902A

Location of the required label

PRODUCT IS CERTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER T O COMPAL WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER1, SUBCHAPTER J.

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by TOSHIBA CORPORATION 1-1, SHIBAURA 1-CHOME, MINATOKU, TOKYO 105-8001, JAPAN

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DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive safety instructions

❑ The drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this

product, please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

❑ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of proce-

dures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

❑ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to

open the enclosure.

Matsushita UJ-850U

Location of the required label

COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by Panasonic Communications Co., LTD 1-62, 4-Chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN

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TEAC DV-W28E

Location of the required label

CERTIFICATION TISH PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH DHHS RULES 21 CFR CHAPTER 1, SUBCHAPTER J APPLICABLE DATE OF MANUFACTURE

MANUFACTURED:

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

HLDS GSA-T20N

Location of the required label

COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by Panasonic Communications Co., LTD 1-62, 4-Chome, Minoshima, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka, JAPAN

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Pioneer DVR-K17T

Location of the required label

COMPLIES WITHFDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.

MANUFACTURED:

Manufactured by PIONEER CORPORATION 4-1. Meguro 1-chome, Meguro-ku TOKYO 153-8654, JAPAN

Toshiba Samsung TS-L632D

Location of the required label

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

MANUFACTURED:

TOSHIBA SAMSUNG STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION 580, HORIKAWA-CHO, SAIWAI-KU, KAWASAKI-SHI, KANAGAWA, 2120013, JAPAN

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CLASS 1 LASTER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TO EN 60825

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.

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.

ADVERSEL: USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR SIKKERHEDSAF-BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING

ADVARSEL: Denne męrking er anbragt udv-

endigt på apparatet og indikerer, at apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes laserstrlier afsvageste klasse, og at man ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.

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

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

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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 ADJUST-

MENTS 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.

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Table of Contents

Preface

Manual contents................................. ..... .....................xxxiii

Conventions .................................................................xxxiv

Abbreviations..............................................................xxxiv

Icons...........................................................................xxxiv

Keys............................................................................xxxiv

Key operation..................... ..... .....................................xxxv

Display.........................................................................xxxv

Messages ....................................................................xxxv

Terminology.................................................................xxxv

General Precautions

Creating a computer-friendly environment ..............xxxvii

Stress injury................................................................xxxvii

Heat injury ..................................................................xxxviii

Pressure or impact damage......................................xxxviii

Express Card overheating ........................................xxxviii

Mobile phone..............................................................xxxviii

Instruction Manual for safety and Comfort .............xxxviii

Chapter 1 Introduction

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

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

Software.........................................................................1-2

Features............................................................................1-3

Processor.......................................................................1-3

Memory..........................................................................1-3

Disks..............................................................................1-4

Special Features ............................................................1-11

TOSHIBA Value Added Package ..................................1-13

Utilities and Application................................................1-14

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Options ...........................................................................1-17

Chapter 2 The Grand Tour

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

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

Right side................................... ..... .... ..... .........................2-6

Back side..........................................................................2-7

Underside .........................................................................2-8

Front with the display open............................................2-9

AV Button.....................................................................2-11

System indicators ................................. ..... ..................2-12

Optical disc drive...........................................................2-14

About the HD DVD.......................................................2-14

Region codes for DVD drives and media.....................2-15

Writable discs ..............................................................2-16

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive .............................................2-18

DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive ..................................2-19

HD DVD ROM drive..................... .... ..... .......................2-20

HD DVD-R drive ..........................................................2-21

Remote Controller..........................................................2-22

Using the Remote Controller .......................................2-26

Installing/Removing batteries.......................................2-27

Installing the batteries..................................................2-28

Replacing the batteries................................................2-30

AC adaptor.......................................... ............................2-31

Chapter 3 Getting Started

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

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

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

Starting up for the first time............................................3-4

Turning off the power......................................................3-4

Shut Down mode (Boot mode) ......................................3-4

Hibernation mode..........................................................3-5

Starting Hibernation.......................................................3-6

Automatic Hibernation...................................................3-6

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Sleep mode....................................................................3-7

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

System Recovery Options ..............................................3-9

System Recovery Options.............................................3-9

Create Optical Recovery Discs.....................................3-10

For HDD Recovery model..................... ..... ..................3-10

Restoring the preinstalled software from the Recovery

HDD .................................................................................3-10

Restoring the preinstalled software from your creating

Recovery Media..............................................................3-11

Chapter 4 Operating Basics

Using the Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad ............................4-1

Dual Mode Pad Button function .....................................4-2

Using the Fingerprint Sensor .........................................4-3

Points to note about the Fingerprint Sensor..................4-4

Points to note about the Fingerprint Utility.....................4-6

Set Up Procedure..........................................................4-6

Windows Logon via Fingerprint Authentication..............4-8

Fingerprint System Boot Authentication ........................4-9

Fingerprint Single Sign-On Feature.............................4-10

How to Swipe the Finger..............................................4-11

Using optical disc drives...............................................4-12

Loading discs............................................................... 4-13

Removing discs ...........................................................4-15

AV Button function.......................................................4-16

Using TOS H IBA HD DVD PLAYER to en jo y HD DVDs4-17

HD DVD Playback Restrictions....................................4-17

Notes on use............................................................ ....4-17

Notes on playing HD DVD Video discs........................4-18

TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER.......................................4-20

Using TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER ...............................4-20

Starting TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER..........................4-20

Operating TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER ......................4-21

Open TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER HELP...................4-23

TOSHIBA HD DVD PLAYER Control window.............4-23

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Using the Computer in place of an HD DVD Player....4-26

Before Connecting.......................................................4-26

Connecting to the Computer........................................4-27

Switching between Computer and Television Display.4-27

Display Compatibility ....................................................4-28

Writing CDs on CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive......................4-29

Important message (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive)...........4-29

Before writing or rewriting............................................4-29

When writing or rewriting.............................................4-30

Disclaimer (CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive).........................4-31

Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Su per Multi (+-R DL) drive.4-31

Important message (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive) 4-31

Before writing or rewriting............................................4-31

When writing or rewriting.............................................4-34

Disclaimer (DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive)..............4-35

Writing CD/DVD/HD DVDs on HD DVD-R drives..........4-35

When writing or rewriting.............................................4-39

TOSHIBA Disc Creator................................................4-40

Data Verification ..........................................................4-42

Video............................................................................4-42

When using Ulead DVD MovieFactory® for TOSHIBA:...442

Media care ........................................................ ..............4-46

CD/DVD/HD DVD................................. ..... .... ..............4-46

Using the software.......................................................4-48

Using the microphone...................................................4-49

Modem ............................................................................4-50

Region selection..........................................................4-50

Properties menu..........................................................4-51

Wireless communications.............................................4-53

Wireless LAN..................... ..... .....................................4-53

LAN..................................................................................4-56

Connecting LAN cable.................................................4-56

Disconnecting LAN cable.............................................4-57

Cleaning the computer..................................................4-58

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Moving the computer.....................................................4-58

Heat dispersal ................................................................4-59

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

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

FN Sticky key.......................... ..................................... ..5-6

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

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

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

Arrow mode ...................................................................5-7

Numeric mode ...............................................................5-8

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..............................................................6-3

Battery indicator.............................................................6-3

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

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

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

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

Real time clock battery ..................................................6-5

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

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

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

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

Maximizing battery operating time...............................6-12

Retaining data with power off ......................................6-13

Extending battery life...................................................6-13

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Replacing the battery pack ...........................................6-14

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

Installing the battery pack............................................6-16

Starting the computer by password.............................6-16

Power-up modes..........................................................6-17

Windows utilities..........................................................6-17

Hot keys....................................................................... 6-17

Panel power on/off.......................................................6-18

System Auto Off...................... ..... .... ............................6-18

Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords

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

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

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

Chapter 8 Optional Devices

Cards/memory...............................................................8-1

Power devices ............................. .... ..... .........................8-1

Peripheral devices.........................................................8-1

Other..............................................................................8-1

Express Card....................................................................8-2

Installing an Express Card.............................................8-2

Removing an Express Card...........................................8-3

Multiple Digital Media Card Slot .....................................8-4

Installing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card..........8-4

Removing a SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card........8-6

Memory expansion ................... ..... .... ..............................8-7

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

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

Additional battery pack (6 Cell and 9 Cell)..................8-10

Additional AC adaptor...................................................8-10

USB FDD Kit ...................................................................8-10

External monitor ............................................................8-11

Television .......................................................................8-12

HDMI................................................................................8-13

i.LINK (IEEE1394)...........................................................8-14

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Precautions..................................................................8-14

Connecting...................................................................8-15

Disconnecting..............................................................8-16

Security lock ................................................................8-16

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......................................................................9-8

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

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

HD DVD ROM drive..................... .... ..... .......................9-10

HD DVD-R drive ..........................................................9-11

DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive ..................................9-12

Diskette drive ..............................................................9-14

Infrared port.................................................................9-14

Pointing device ............................................................9-14

Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad..........................................9-15

USB mouse..................................................................9-17

Fingerprint Sensor....................................................... 9-18

Express Card...............................................................9-19

SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD card..........................9-19

Monitor.........................................................................9-20

Sound system..............................................................9-21

TV output signal........................................................... 9-21

USB .............................................................................9-22

Modem.........................................................................9-22

Sleep/Hibernation........................................................9-24

LAN..............................................................................9-24

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Wireless LAN..................... ..... .....................................9-24

Bluetooth......................................................................9-25

i.LINK (IEEE1394)..................................... .... ..... .........9-25

Recovery Discs...................... ..... .... ............................9-26

TOSHIBA support ..........................................................9-27

Before you call.............................................................9-27

Chapter 10 Disclaimers

CPU .................................................................................10-1

Memory (Main System).................. .... ............................10-2

Battery Life................................ .....................................10-2

HDD Drive Capacity.......................................................10-3

LCD..................................................................................10-3

Graphics Processor Unit ("GPU") ................................10-3

Wireless LAN..................................................................10-4

Non-applicable Icons.....................................................10-4

Copy Protection.............................................................10-4

Images.............................................................................10-4

LCD Brightness and Eye Strain....................................10-4

Appendixes

Appendix A

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

Appendix B

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

Appendix C

V.90/V.92..........................................................................C-1

Appendix D

Wireless LAN...................................................................D-1

Appendix E

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

Glossary

Abbreviations..................................................... Glossary-1

Index

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Preface

Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 computer. This powerful, lightweight notebook computer is designed to provide years of reliable, high-performance computing.

This manual tells how to set up and begin using your Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 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 Get-

ting 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. If you are going to install Express Cards or connect external devices such as a printer, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.

Manual contents

This manual is composed of ten chapters, five 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.

Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes tips on care of the computer and on using the Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad, optical disc drive, external diskette drive, Wireless LAN, LANs, Audio/Video controls, and internal modem.

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

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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, provides helpful information on how to perform

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

Chapter 10, Disclaimers, states the Disclaimer(s) information applicable to TOSHIBA computer.

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

nyms 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 key-

board. 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.

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

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

Terminology

This term is defined in this document as follows:

Start

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The word “Start” refers to the “ ” button in Microsoft® Windows Vista™.

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General Precautions

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

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

Creating a computer-friendly environment

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

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

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

❑ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight ❑ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as stereo

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

❑ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and some sources of temperature

change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❑ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. ❑ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

Stress injury

Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains informa- tion on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use.

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Heat injury

❑ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is used

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

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

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

❑ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condi-

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

❑ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the mate-

rial could become damaged.

Pressure or impact damage

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

Express Card overheating

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

Mobile phone

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

Instruction Manual for safety and Comfort

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

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Chapter 1

Introduction

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

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

Equipment checklist

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

NTRODUCTIO N

Hardware

Check to make sure you have all the following items:

❑ Satellite A210/Satellite Pro A210 Portable Personal Computer ❑ Universal AC adaptor and power cord ❑ Modular cable (Provided with some models)

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Software

Windows Vista™

◆ The following software is preinstalled:

•Microsoft

Windows Vista™

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• Modem Driver (Can be used only for Modem models)

• Display Drivers for Windows

• Wireless LAN driver (Can be used only for Wireless LAN models)

• Sound Driver for Windows

• TOSHIBA DVD Player (Is pre-installed with CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive model or DVD Super Multi drive model)

• TOSHIBA HD DVD Player (Is pre-installed with HD DVD-ROM drive model or HD DVD-R drive model)

•LAN Drivers

• Bluetooth Driver (Can be used only for Bluetooth models)

• Pointing Device Driver

• TOSHIBA Power Saver

• TOSHIBA User’s Manual

• TOSHIBA Assist

• TOSHIBA ConfigFree

• TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool

• TOSHIBA Zooming Utility

• TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer

• TOSHIBA Disc Creator

• Ulead DVD MovieFacotry

for TOSHIBA

• Fingerprint utility (Can be used only for Fingerprint utility models)

• TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities

SD Memory Card Format Utility and other SD functions are packaged into TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities. When uninstalling

the SD utilities, click Start

→

Control Panel → Uninstall a

program, and select TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilities.

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◆ Documentation:

Introduction

• User Information Guide

•Microsoft els)

• Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort

• End User License Agreement

Windows Vista™ manual package (provided with some mod-

Features

This computer incorporates the following features and benefits:

Processor

Built-in Please visit your region’s website for the configuration

details of the model that you have purchased.

Memory

Slots PC2-4200 or PC2-5300 512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB

memory modules can be installed in the two memory slots.Maximum system memory size is depending on the model you purchased.

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Video RAM Integrated Video Memory in graphic chip by ATI

Radeon™ X1200, up to 256MB shared with main memory.(for more than 1GB main memory)

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Introduction

Disks

Hard disk drive The computer has an integrated, 2 1/2" hard disk drive

(HDD) for nonvolatile storage of data and software. It comes in the following sizes.

60 GB

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CD-RW/DVD-

ROM drive

80 GB 100 GB 120 GB 160 GB 200 GB 250 GB 300 GB Disclaimer (Hard disk drive capacity) For more information on the Disclaimer regarding Hard

disk drive capacity, please refer to the Disclaimer section in chapter 10.

Some models are equipped with a full-size, CD-RW/ DVD-ROM drive module that lets you run CD/DVDs without 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 24 speed. See Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for details. For reading, this drive supports the same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.

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Introduction

DVD Super Multi

(+-R DL) drive

Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD Super Multi (+- R DL) drive module that lets you record data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed, CD-RW at up to 16 speed, DVD-R at up to 8 speed and DVD-RW at maximum 6 speed and DVDRAM at maximum 5 speed. DVD+R at up to 8 speed and DVD+RW at up to 8 speed. DVD+R DL at up to 4 speed and DVD-R DL at up to 4 speed. This drive supports the same formats as the DVD-ROM drive.

• DVD-ROM • DVD-Video

• DVD-R • DVD-RW

• DVD+R • DVD+RW

• DVD-RAM

• DVD+R DL

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• DVD-R DL

• CD-DA • CD-Text

• Photo CD (single/multi-session)

• CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

• CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)

• CD-G (Audio CD only)

• Addressing Method 2

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NTRODUCTION

HD DVD ROM

drive

Some models are equipped with a full-size HD DVDROM drive module that lets you run CD's or DVD's without using an adaptor. The drive reads DVD-ROM's at a maximum 8x speed and CD-ROM's at a maximum 24x speed, and HD DVD's at a maximum 1x speed and writes CD-R's at up to 16x speed, CD-RW's at up to 10x speed, DVD-R's and DVD+R's at up to 4x speed, DVDRW's and DVD+RW's at up to 4x speed, DVD-R (Dual layer) at up to 2x speed, DVD+R (Double Layer) at up to 2.4x speed and DVD-RAM at up to 3x speed, and supports the following formats:

• CD-R • CD-RW

• 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)

• Addressing Method 2

• DVD-R

• DVD-R (Dual Layer)

• DVD-RW

• DVD+R

• DVD+R (Double Layer)

• DVD+RW

• DVD-RAM

• HD DVD-ROM

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HD DVD-R drive Some models are equipped with a full-size HD DVD-R

drive module that lets you run CD's or DVD's without using an adaptor. The drive reads DVD-ROM's at a maximum 8x speed and CD-ROM's at a maximum 24x speed, and HD DVD's at a maximum 1x speed and writes CD-R's at up to 16x speed, CD-RW's at up to 4x speed, DVD-R's and DVD+R's at up to 4x speed, DVDRW's and DVD+RW's at up to 4x speed, DVD-R (Dual layer) at up to 2x speed, DVD+R (Double Layer) at up to 2.4x speed and DVD-RAM at up to 3x speed, HD DVD-R at up to 1x speed, and supports the following formats:

• CD-R • CD-RW

• 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)

• Addressing Method 2

• DVD-R

• DVD-R (Dual Layer)

• DVD-RW

• DVD+R

• DVD+R (Double Layer)

• DVD+RW

• DVD-RAM

• HD DVD-ROM

• HD DVD-R

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Keyboard

Built-in

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85 keys or 86 keys, compatible with IBM

enhanced

keyboard, embedded numeric overlay, dedicated cursor control, and keys. See Chapter 5, The Key-

board, for details.

Introduction

Pointing Device

Built-in A Touch Pad/Dual Mode Pad and control buttons in the

Power

palm rest enable control of the on-screen pointer.

NTRODUCTION

Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium-

Ports

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

Universal Serial Bus

ion battery pack.

RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the 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 between 100 and 240 volts.

Headphone Enables connection of a stereo headphone.

Microphone Enables connection of a monaural microphone.

patible functions. Four Universal Serial Bus (USB) enables chain connec-

(USB2.0)

tion of a number of USB-equipped devices to one port on your computer.

i.LINK™

(IEEE 1394)

Video Out Jack This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL

HDMI This HDMI jack lets you connect external devices. (Pro-

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This port enables high-speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video camera.(Provided with some models.)

data to external devices.

vided with some models)

Slots

Introduction

Multiple Digital

Media Card

Express Card Express Card slot allows you to install a Express

This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants, that use flash memory (SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD memory cards). (Provided with some models)

Card™/34 or Express Card™/54 to expand functionality. Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices, for details.

Multimedia

Web Camera Record/Send still or video images with this integrated

Web Camera.

Sound System Windows Sound System compatible sound system pro-

vides internal speaker as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphone. It also has a volume control dial.

S-Video Out Port This S-Video out port lets you transfer NTSC or PAL

data to external devices. See Chapter 8, Television, for details.

NTRODUCTION

Communications

LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that sup-

Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with a Wire-

ports Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASE-T) or Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX). It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets.(Depending on model you purchased)

less LAN mini card that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum/ Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision A, B, G and Draft N).

Roaming over multiple channels.

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NTRODUCTION

Modem Some computers in this series are equipped with an

internal modem. The internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92). Refer to V.90 section in Appendix C. The speed of date transfer and fax depends on analog telephone line conditions. It has a modem jack for connecting to a telephone line. It is preinstalled as a standard device in some markets. Both of V.90 and V.92 are supported only in USA, Canada and Australia. Only V.90 is available in other regions.

Bluetooth

Some computers in this series are equipped with Blue-

tooth functions. Bluetooth

wireless technology elimi-

nates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers. Bluetooth

fast, reliable, and secure wireless communication in a small space.

provides

Wireless Communi-

cation Switch

This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth function on and off. (Provided with some models)

Security

Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the com-

puter to a desk or other large object.

Software

Operating System Windows Vista™ is available. Refer to the preinstalled

software section at the front of this chapter.

TOSHIBA Utilities A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to

make your computer more convenient to use. Refer to the Utilities section in this chapter.

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

when you install a component, Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically.

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Introduction

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

Hot keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the system

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

Display automatic

power off

HDD automatic

power off

System automatic

Sleep/Hibernation

This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no keyboard input for a time specified. Power is restored when any key is pressed. You can specify the time in the Monitor power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a time specified. Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed. You can specify the time in the HDD Power off item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

This feature automatically shuts down the system in sleep 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 Sleep or System hibernation in the System sleep and System item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

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

the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The 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 hot key function blanks the screen and disables the

computer providing data security.

Intelligent power

supply

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

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

ify the Power Save Mode in the Profile item in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Panel power on/off 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 Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Low battery auto-

matic hibernation

When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued, the system automatically enters Hibernation and shuts down. You can specify the setting in the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Heat dispersal To protect from overheating, the CPU has an internal

temperature sensor. If the computer’s internal temperature rises to a certain level, the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered. Use the Cooling Method item of the Basic Setup tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver.

Maximum Performance

Battery optimized

Turns on fan first, then if necessary lowers CPU processing speed.

Lowers the CPU processing speed first, then if necessary turns on the fan.

Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting

from your software. The contents of main memory are 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.

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

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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.

TOSHIBA Value Added Package

Introduction

This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on the computer.

TOSHIBA

Power Saver

TOSHIBA

Button Support

TOSHIBA

Zooming Utility

TOHSIBA PC

Diagnostic Tool

TOSHIBA

Flash Cards

TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the feature of more various power supply managements.

This utility controls the following computer button functions.

- Internet button

- CD/DVD button The starting application from the button can be changed.

This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications.

The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer’s built-in hardware devices to be tested.

This utility supports the following functions. ❑ Hot Key function.

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When you start or resume your computer, the TOSHIBA Flash Cards may take a moment to become available and may display several times before completely activating. The hot key functions will be available once the TOSHIBA Flash Cards are completely active.

If your system is busy and you see a “Not Responding” message, allow TOSHIBA Flash Cards to completely activate before you continue to use the utility and hot keys.

TOSHIBA

Components

common Driver

❑ TOSHIBA utility launcher function.

TOSHIBA Components Common Driver contains the module required for the utility which TOSHIBA offers.

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TOSHIBA

Accessibility

The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides support to movement impaired users when they need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In use, the utility allows

you to make the FN key "sticky", that is you can press it once, release it, and then press one of the "F" keys in order to access its specific function. When set, the FN

key will remain active until another key is pressed.

Utilities and Application

This section describes pre-installed utilities and tells how to start them. For details on operation, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or readme.txt

files.

TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that pro-

vides easy access to help and services.

HW Setup To start the utility, click the Windows Start button, point

to All Programs, click TOSHIBA, click Utilities, and select HWSetup icon.

TOSHIBA DVD

Video Player

TOSHIBA HD

DVD Video Player

TOSHIBA

Disc Creator

This software is provided for playback of DVD Video. (This software is pre-installed with CD-RW/DVD-ROM

drive or DVD Super Multi drive model.) This software is provided for playback of HD DVD

Video and DVD Video.

(This software is pre-installed with HD DVDROM drive or HD DVD-R drive model.) You can create CD/DVDs in several formats including

audio CDs that can be played on a standard stereo CD player and data CD/DVDs to store the files and folderson your hard disk drive. This software can be used on a model with CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, DVD-R/-RW drive, DVD+-R/+-RW drive and DVD Super Multi drive.

You can boot TOSHIBA Disc Creator from the menu bar as follows.

Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA → CD&DVD

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Introduction

TOSHIBA

DVD-RAM Utility

Ulead DVD

Movie

Factory for

TOSHIBA

ConfigFree

TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility has the function of Physical Format and Write-Protect to DVD-RAM.

This utility is contained the setup module of TOSHIBA Disc Creator.

You can boot TOSHIBA DVD-RAM Utility from the menu bar as follows.

Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA → CD&DVD Applications → DVD-RAM Utility

You can edit digital video and make a DVD-Video and support Labelflash function.

ConfigFree is a suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication device and network connections. ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks.

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You can boot ConfigFree from the menu bar as follows.

Start → All Programs → TOSHIBA → Networking → ConfigFree

Dual Mode Pad The Dual Mode TouchPad is a TouchPad that provides

normal Synaptics features in its default mode and switches to a DualMode interface when the upper right corner of the TouchPad is tapped. Tapping the same corner again will revert to normal pointing mode.

The volume control on the right side of the Touch Pad and print button may not function with some applications.

Bluetooth

TOSHIBA Stack

This software enables communication between remote Bluetooth devices.

Bluetooth cannot be used in models that do not have a Bluetooth module installed.

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Fingerprint Utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed for the

purpose of enrolling and recognizing fingerprints. By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint authentication device, it is no longer necessary to input the password from the keyboard. Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled:

❑ Logon to Windows and access a security-enabled

homepage through IE (Internet Explorer).

❑ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and

third party access to them prevented.

❑ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when

returning from power-saving (sleep) mode.

❑ Power-on Security and Single Sign-On feature. ❑ Authentication of the User Password and Hard Disk

Password when booting up the computer.

Fingerprint utility cannot be used in models that do not have a fingerprint module installed.

Windows

Mobility Center

This section describes the Windows Mobility Center. Mobility Center is a utility for accessing several mobile

PC settings quickly in one window. A default maximum of eight tiles are provided by the operating system, and the additional two tiles are added to your Mobility Center.

❑ Lock Computer: This can be used to lock your com-

puter without turning it off. This has the same func-

tion as the Lock button at the bottom of the right

pane in the start menu.

❑ TOSHIBA Assist: This can be used to open

TOSHIBA Assist if it is already installed in your

computer.

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Options

Introduction

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 Two memory expansion slots are available for installing

512 MB, 1024 MB or 2048 MB memory modules. The modules are PC2-5300, 200-pin, SO Dual In-line (SODIMM).

Battery pack An additional battery pack 6 cells Type (PA3534U-

1BRS/ PA3534U-1BAS) and 9 cells Type (PA3535U1BRS/ PA3535U-1BAS) can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer. The battery pack is identical to the one that came with your computer. Use it as a spare or replacement.

AC adaptor If you use your computer at more than one site, it may

be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor for each site so you will not have to carry the adaptor with you.

USB diskette drive A 3 1/2" diskette drive accommodates 1.44-megabyte.

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

puter to deter theft.

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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.

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VOLUME

FRONT EDGE L

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Figure 2-1 Front of the computer with display closed

Front Edge Logo Front Edge Logo indicates the computer series you

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

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INFRARED PORT*

MULTIPLE DIGITAL M

EDIA CARD SLOT*

bought. (The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased.)

Slide the latch to open the display.

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MICROPHONE

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Volume control Use this dial to adjust the volume of the system speaker

and headphones.

Microphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables con-

nection of a monaural microphone or other device for audio input.

Headphone jack A standard 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables con-

nection of a stereo headphone (16 ohm minimum) or other device for audio output. When you connect headphones, the internal speaker is automatically disabled.

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Infrared receiver window is provided with some models.

window

This is a sensor window that receives signals from the remote controller which is provided with your computer.

This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital camera and PDA, that use flash memory (SD/ SDHC/MS/MS Pro/MMC/xD memory cards).(Provided with some models)

System

Indicators

Five LEDs let you monitor the DC IN, Power status, Main battery, Disk and Multiple Digital Media Card. Details are in the System indicators sections.

Slide this switch toward the right of the computer to turn on Wireless communication. Slide it toward the left of the computer to turn off the functions. (Provided with some models)

Set the switch to off in airplanes and hospitals. Check the Wireless communication indicator. It will stop glowing when the wireless communication.

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Left side

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

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FAN VENT

EXTERNAL

MONITOR PORT

*Depending on the model you purchased

VIDEO-OUT JACK

LAN JACK

Figure 2-2 The left side of the computer

External monitor

This 15-pin port lets you connect an external monitor.

port

EXPRESS CARD SLOT

USB PORTS

.LINK (IEEE 1394) PORT*

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Fan vent Provides air flow for the fan.

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

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Video-out jack Plug a 4-pin S-Video connector into this jack.

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

built-in support for Ethernet LAN (10 Mbit/s, 10BASET) or Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s, 100BASE-TX). The LAN has two indicators. See Chapter 4, Operating

Basics, for details.

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1394) Port

Connect an external device, such as a digital video camera to this port for high-speed data transfer. Some models are equipped with a i.LINK port. (Provided with some models)

When multiple IEEE1394 devices are connected to a PC, the devices may not correctly be identified. This problem may occur when Windows Vista™ is restarted while the devices are connected or when the power to the IEEE1394 devices is turned on before the PC is turned on. If it occurs, disconnect the IEEE1394 cables and then reconnect them.

HDMI out port HDMI out port can connect with Type A connector

HDMI cable. One HDMI cable can send and receive video, audio and

control signals.(Provided with some models)

Express Card

Slot

Keep foreign objects out of the Express Card slot. A pin or similar object can damage the computer’s circuitry

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The computer provides Express Card slot on its left side, which allows you to install an additional Express Card.

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Universal Serial

Bus Ports

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

Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. some functions might not execute properly.

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

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Right side

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

MODEM JACK*

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Figure 2-3 The right side of the computer

Universal Serial

Bus Ports

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

Operation of all functions of all USB devices has not been confirmed. some functions might not execute properly.

OPTICAL DISC DRIVE

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

DC IN 19V

Optical disc

Drive

Modem jack In areas where an internal modem is installed as stan-

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A CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, a DVD super Multi drive, a HD DVD-ROM drive or a HD DVD-R drive.

dard equipment, there is a modem jack that lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line. The modem is not supported in some marketing regions.(Provided with some models)

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

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

DC IN 19V The AC adaptor connects to this socket. Use only the

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

Back side

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

Figure 2-4 The computer’s back side

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Underside

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

BATTERY

BATTERY R

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MEMORY M O DULE COVER

Figure 2-5 The underside of the computer

Battery pack The battery pack powers the computer when the AC

adaptor is not connected. The Batteries section in Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, describes how to access the battery pack. Additional battery packs can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer to extend the computer’s battery operating time.

Battery release

latch

Slide this latch to release the battery pack. This latch moves only when the computer is upside down.

Battery pack lock Slide the battery pack lock to unlocked position to free

the battery latch.

Memory module

cover

This cover protects two memory module sockets. One or two modules are preinstalled.

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Front with the display open

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

DISPLAY SCREEN

WEB CAMERA*

STEREO SPEAKER (R

IGHT)

AV BUTTON*

FINGERPRINT S

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Figure 2-6 The front with the display open

Display Screen

The full-color LCD displays high-contrast text and graphics The computer’s LCD is 15.4" WXGA, 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels. The computer has a Thin-Film Transistor (TFT) display. Refer to

When the computer operates on power through 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.

OUCH PAD/

T D

UAL MODE PAD

Appendix B

TOUCH PAD C

ONTROL

UTTONS

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Stereo Speaker The speaker emits sound generated by your software as

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

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Touch Pad/

Dual Mode Pad

Touch Pad

Control Buttons

Just by swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor, the following functions will be enabled (Provided with some models):

❑ Logon to Windows and access a security-enabled

homepage through IE (Internet Explorer).

❑ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted and

third party access to them prevented.

❑ Disable the password-protected screen-saver when

returning from power-saving (sleep) mode.

❑ Power-on Security and Single Sign-On feature. ❑ Authentication of the User Password and Hard Disk

Password when booting up the computer.

Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Can be set to perform other mouse functions, such as scrolling, selecting, and double-clicking.

Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse.

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

and off. The Power button LED indicates the status.

Web Camera Record/Send still or video images with this integrated

Web Camera.(Provided with some models)

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AV Button

Six buttons are provided with some models.

Available for use: Internet, CD/DVD, Play/Pause, Stop, Previous, Next. These buttons allow you to manage Audio/Video, run applications and access utilities. Refer to the AV button function section in Chapter 4,

Operating Basics

for details.

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.

CD/DVD Button Pressing this button will launch an application program

that allows Windows Media Player / DVD Video Player.

Play/Pause

Button

Press this button to begin playing an audio CD, a DVD movie or digital audio files. This button also acts as a Pause button.

STOP Press this button to stop play.

Previous Button Press this button to advance to the previous track, chap-

ter or data.

Next Button Press this button to advance to the next track, chapter or

data.

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System indicators

Figure 2-7 shows the system indicators, which light when various computer operations are in progress.

MULTIPLE D

IGITAL MEDIA

CARD SLOT

MAIN

OWER

BATTERY

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Figure 2-7 System indicators

Power source/system indicators

DISK

DC IN The DC IN indicator glows blue when DC power is sup-

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

Power The Power indicator glows blue when the computer is

on. If you turn off the computer in Sleep mode, this indicator blinks amber while the computer shuts down.

Main Battery The Main battery indicator shows the condition of the

charge. Blue means fully charged and amber means being charged. Refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-

Up Modes.

Disk The Disk indicator glows blue when the computer is

accessing a disk drive.

Multiple Digital

Media Card Slot

The Multiple digital Media Card Slot indicator glows blue when the computer is accessing the Multiple Digital Media Card Slot.

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Keyboard indicators

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

CAPS LOCK I

NDICATOR

Figure 2-8 CAPS LOCK indicator

CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when the alphabet keys are

locked in uppercase.

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

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When the F10 key indicator glows the keypad overlay lets you control the cur-

sor.

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

NUMERIC MODE

ARROW MODE

Figure 2-9 Keypad overlay indicators

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

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

The Keyboard.

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

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numeric input when the Numeric mode indicator

lights green. Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5, The Keyboard.

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Optical disc drive

CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive, DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive, HD DVD-ROM drive or a HD DVD-R drive. An ATAPI interface controller is used for CD/DVD/ HD DVD-ROM operation. When the computer is accessing a CD/DVD/HD DVD, an indicator on the drive glows.

About the HD DVD

This chapter describes the features, use of HD DVD and HD DVD Media.

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HD DVD allows users to enjoy video, concerts and other packaged content by

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The storage capacity and data transfer rate of HD DVD is superior to standard

DVD, with two types of playback-only discs in single-sided single-layer 15GB and single-sided dual-layer 30GB (Gigabyte) formats.

❑ Unfinalized DVDs created on home DVD recorders may not

be playable on the computer.

❑ When inserting an unfinalized DVD-R DL disc into the com-

puter, Windows Vista™ may automatically finalize the disc and prevent further writing.

Notes on Use

❑ Because HD DVD is a new format there is a possibility of new features

being added at a later date. As such, it is important that the purchaser understands that software and other updates may be necessary after purchase. Please be sure to complete user registration in order to receive timely product updates.

❑ This product can play existing DVD and CD formats, however, playback

may not be possible with some software. This product cannot play Blu-ray DISC

❑ HD DVD is a new standard which makes use of new technologies. As such,

there is a possibility of problems occurring related to connection, compatibility or operation with some discs and other digital devices. The HD DVDROM logo signifies that this drive complies with the HD DVD physical standard, and does not signify compliance with the HD DVD Video stan-

format software.

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dard. This device does not support advanced features of the HD DVD Video standard as defined by the DVD Forum, including picture-in-picture and network dowload features. Screen movement may not be smooth, and performance may be lowered with some HD DVD content.

❑ Playback of high bit rate content may cause frame dropping, audio skipping

or decrease in computer performance.

❑ Viewing of HD DVD content on an external display requires an HDCP capa-

ble HDMI

or DVI input on the external display.

❑ Make sure to connect the computer's AC adaptor when playing an HD DVD. ❑ CPU power is concentrated on HD DVD playback when playing an HD

DVD, so make sure to exit all other applications.

❑ Dolby Digital audio enhancements are only supported by Microsoft® Win-

dows® operating system. Content with high sample rates of 48kHz or more are downsampled when output through either the built-in speakers or headphone jack.

❑ This device supports AACS (Advanced Access Content System) nextgener-

ation copy protection technology. Renewal of the AACS key integrated into this device is required for uninterrupted enjoyment of HD DVD. An Internet connection is required when renewing the key.

❑ For more information on AACS keys, visit the AACS website (www.aac-

sla.com/home).

Region codes for DVD drives and media

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

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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

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Writable discs

This section describes the types of writable CD/DVD/HD DVD discs. Check the specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write. Use TOSHIBA Disc Creator to write compact discs. Refer to Chapter 4, Operating Basics.

CDs

◆ CD-R discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

◆ CD-RW discs can be recorded more than once. Use either 1, 2, or 4 multi speed CD-RW discs or high-speed 4 to 10 speed discs. The write speed of

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DVDs

◆ DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-R DL and DVD+R DL discs can be written only once. The recorded data cannot be erased or changed.

◆ DVD-RW, DVD+RW and DVD-RAM discs can be recorded more than once.

Formats

The drives support the following formats:

• DVD-ROM • DVD-Video

• CD-DA • CD-Text

• Photo CD™ (single/multi-session) • CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2

• CD-ROM x A Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• CD-G (Audio CD only)

• Enhanced CD (CDEXTRA)

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HD DVDs

❑ Like CD and DVD, HD DVD is divided into the read-only and recordable-

formats listedbelow.

❑ Some media cannot be used with this product. Be sure to thoroughly read

section "HD DVD-ROM drive" or "HD DVD-R drive" of this before using this product.

❑ HD DVD-Video: For video playback. Used to store movies and other video. ❑ HD DVD-ROM: Read-only media. ❑ HD DVD-R: A recordable media which can be written to only once. ❑ HD DVD (Twin format disc): Has both HD DVD and DVD recordable lay-

ers.

Media Structures and Capacity

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Single-sided Single-Layer HD DVD Recordable Layer Only 15GB Single-sided Dual-Layer HD DVD Recordable Layer Only 30GB Double-sided Single-Layer HD DVD Recordable Layer Only 30GB Double-sided Dual-Layer HD DVD Recordable Layer Only 60GB

HD DVD (Twin format disc)

Recordable Surface Recordable Layer Structure Capacity

HD DVD Recordable Layer 15GB

Single-sided Dual-Layer

DVD Recordable Layer 4.7GB

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• DVD-ROM • CD-DA

• DVD-R • CD-Text

• DVD-R DL • CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)

• DVD-RW • CD-ROM Mode 1,Mode 2

• DVD+R • Photo CD™ (single/ multisession)

• DVD+R DL • Enhanced CD (CDEXTRA)

• DVD+RW • Addressing Method 2

• DVD-RAM • HD DVD-ROM (Singlesided Single-Layer)

• DVD-Video • HD DVD-ROM DL (Single-sided Dual-Layer)

• CD-R • HD DVD (Twin format disc)

• CD-RW • HD DVD-Video

• HD DVD-R (Singlesided Single-

Layer)

•

HD DVD-R DL (Single-sided

Dual-Layer)

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 read speed is slower at the center of a disc 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, high-speed media)

24 speed (maximum, Ultra-speed media)

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DVD Super Multi (+-R DL) drive

The full-size DVD Super Multi drive module lets you record data to s as rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without

using an adaptor.

The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.

DVD read 8 speed (maximum)

DVD-R write 8 speed (maximum)

DVD-RW write 6 speed (maximum)

DVD+R write 8 speed (maximum)

DVD+RW write 8 speed (maximum)

DVD+R DL write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD-R DL write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD-RAM write 5 speed (maximum)

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CD-RW write 16 speed (maximum, ultra-speed media)

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HD DVD ROM drive

The full-size HD DVD ROM drive module lets you record data to s as rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") HD DVD,12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15")

CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.

CD read 24 speed (maximum) DVD read 8 speed (maximum) HVD read 1 speed (maximum)

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DVD-R write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD-R DL write 2 speed (maximum)

DVD-RW write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD+R write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD+R DL write 2.4 speed (maximum)

DVD+RW write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD-RAM write 3 speed (maximum)

CD-R write 16 speed (maximum)

CD-RW write 10 speed (maximum, ultra-speed media)

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HD DVD-R drive

The full-size HD DVD-R drive module lets you record data to s as rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm (4.72") HD DVD,12 cm (4.72") or 8 cm (3.15")

CD/DVDs without using an adaptor.

The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the outer edge.

CD read 24 speed (maximum) DVD read 8 speed (maximum)

HD DVD read 1 speed (maximum)

HD DVD-R write 1 speed (maximum)

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write

DVD-R write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD-RW write 4 speed (maximum)

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DVD+RW write 4 speed (maximum)

DVD+R DL write 2.4 speed (maximum)

DVD-R DL write 2 speed (maximum)

DVD-RAM write 3 speed (maximum)

CD-R write 16 speed (maximum)

CD-RW write 10 speed (maximum, ultra-speed media)

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Remote Controller

Your computer includes a Remote Controller which enables you to perform some functions of your computer from a distant location.

The following figure shows the buttons on the Remote Controller. Your can use your Remote Controller with Media Center to play CDs, DVDs and

videos, to view pictures and to watch and record television programs. The Remote Controller helps you to control the playback of a movie through

Media Center . Using the Remote Controller, you can: ❑ Navigate and control all Media Center windows.

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❑ Place the computer in and out of Sleep Mode.

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Refer to the Using the Remote Controller section in this chapter for information on how to use the Remote Controller as well as how to install and remove its batteries.

RECORD REWIND

BACK

ARROWS

VOLUME + VOLUME -

UIDE

PLAY

PAUSE

POWER

STOP

FAST FORWARD

SKIP MORE INFO

START

MUTE

CHANNEL/PAGE

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DVD MENU

NUMBERS

ENTER

Remote Controller

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Power Starts or terminates the operating system.This button

functions like the Power button of your computer. By default, the Sleep Mode is equivalent to the Power Off state of your computer. To change the setting, click

Start, select Control panel → System and Maintenance → Power Options → System Settings.

The following four options are available: Do nothig, Sleep, Hibernate and Shut down.

Record Records the selected television program and stores it on

your hand disk drive.

Stop Stops the media currently playing.

Pause Pauses an audio or video track.

Play Plays the selected media.

REW (Rewind) Moves the media (video, DVD, music, and so on) back-

wards.

FWD

(Fast Forward)

Moves the media (video, DVD, music, and so on) forwards.

Replay Moves media backward (seven seconds for videos, one

music track or one DVD chapter at a time).

Skip Moves media forward (30 seconds for videos, one

music track or one DVD chapter).

Back Displays the previous window.

More Info The button provides more detail informations.

Arrow Moves the cursor to navigate within Media Center win-

dows.

OK Selects the desired action or window option. It acts like

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Volume + Increases the volume while viewing DVD's or replaying

CD's.

Volume - Decreases the volume while viewing DVD's or replay-

ing CD's.

Start Opens Media Center to the main window.

Channel/Page up

No function.

(+) and down (-)

Mute Turns your computer sound off.

Recorded TV Opens Media Center to the main window. The Recorded

TV feature of Media Center will be activated.

Guide Opens Media Center to the main window.

Live TV Opens Media Center to the main window.

DVD Menu Opens the main menu on a DVD movie, if available.

Numbers Allows you to select a chapter number while CD/DVD

replay. Numbers, letters or symbols can be entered.To select a channel or chapter number of two or more digits, press the buttons sequentially. For example, press the "1" button and then the "0" button to select the number 10.

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Clear Deletes entered numbers, letters or symbols.

Enter The OK button on the Remote Controller has the same

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Using the Remote Controller

This computer includes a remote control unit, which allows you to control some of your computer's functions from a distant location.

❑ The Remote Controller is designed specifically for this com-

puter.

❑ Some application programs may not support remote control

functions.

Operational range of the Remote Controlle

Point the Remote controller at your computer and press a button. The operational

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Distance Within 5m form the infrared receiver window.

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Angle Within about 30 degrees horizontally and about 15

degrees vertically of perpendicular to the infrared receiver window.

INFRARED

RECEIVER WINDOW

30 DEGREES

15 DEGREES (

VERTICALLY)

Figure 2-11 Operational range of the remote control

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*The appearance of the provided Remote Controller may vary from model to

model, and it is not provided with some model.

Even if within the effective scope as described above, the remote control may malfunction or not work correctly in the following cases.

❑ When an obstacle stands between the infrared receiver win-

dow of your computer and the Remote Controller

❑ When direct sunlight or strong fluorescent light strikes the

infrared receiver window.

❑ When the infrared receiver window or the infrared emission

part of the Remote Controller is dirty.

❑ When other computers which use an infrared remote control-

ler are used near to your computer.

❑ When a low battery condition is present.

Installing/Removing batteries

Be sure to install the dry batteries provided with this product before using the Remote Controller.The procedures for installing and removing the batteries vary depending on the type of the Remote Controller. Check the type and then install

or remove the batteries as instructed.

Store the battery for the remote control beyond the reach of children.If a child swallows a battery, this might result in choking. If it happens, contact a doctor immediately.

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Observe the following precautions when using the battery of the Remote Controller.

❑ Do not use batteries other than those specified. ❑ Ensure that you insert the batteries with their polarities cor-

rectly aligned (+ or -).

❑ Do not recharge, heat, disassemble or short the battery, or

put it into a fire or flame.

❑ Do not use a battery whose 'recommended expiration date'

has been reached, or which is completely discharged.

❑ Do not use different types of batteries or old and new batter-

ies at the same time.

❑ Do not carry the battery together with metal necklaces, hair-

pins or other metal accessories.

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❑ When storing or disposing of used batteries, make sure to put

some insulation tape on their terminals (+ and -) to avoid short-circuits

If these precautions are not followed, heating, fluid leakage or explosion may occur. This may cause burns or personal injury. If battery fluid gets on your skin or clothes, wash immediately with clean water. If battery fluid gets in your eyes, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately and see a doctor. Do not touch the battery fluid on instruments or devices with bare hands. Wipe off with a cloth or paper towel.

Type of battery that can be used for the Remote Controller

When the batteries shipped with the Remote Controller are discharged, replace them with commercially available AA manganese batteries or AA alkaline batteries. Other types or battery should not be used.

Installing the batteries

1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the Remote Controller. Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove the cover.

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BATTERY COVER

Figure 2-12 Opening the battery cover

2. Insert the batteries in place. Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities (+ and -) in the correct position.

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BATTERIES

Figure 2-13 Inserting the batteries

3. Close the battery cover. Close the cover securely until it clicks

BATTERY COVER

Figure 2-14 Closing the battery cover

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Replacing the batteries

When the batteries in the Remote Controller reach the end of their life, the Remote Controller may not operate correctly or work only within a short distance from your computer. In this instance, you should purchase new batteries and replace the discharged ones.

1. Open the battery cover on the back side of the Remote Controller.

2. Replace the batteries.Be sure to place the batteries with their polarities (+ and -) in the correct position.

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Figure 2-15 Removing the batteries

3. Close the battery cover. Close the cover securely until it clicks.

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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 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 2-16 The AC adaptor(2-pin plug)

Figure 2-17 The AC adaptor (3-pin plug)

❑ Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer.

TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.

❑ Please use only the AC adaptor supplied with the computer

or an AC adaptor certified by TOSHIBA.

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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:

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 ❑ System Recovery Options

If you are a new user, follow the steps in each section of this chapter as you prepare to operate your computer.

All users should be sure to carefully read the sections Windows Vista™ setup, which describe actions to take when you turn on the power for the first time.

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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.

Use of the wrong adaptor could damage your computer. TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case. The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC.

1. Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor.

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Figure 3-1 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor

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

side of the computer.

DC-IN

Figure 3-2 Connecting the adaptor to the computer

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

on the front of the computer should glow.

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 to unlatch the display panel.

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

When you open the display, hold it with both hands and lift up slowly.

DISPLAY LATCH

Figure 3-3 Opening the display panel

Turning on the power

This section describes how to turn on the power.

After you turn on the power for the first time, do not turn it off until you have set up the operating system (OS) and the OS has started up.

1. If the external diskette drive is connected, make sure it is empty. If a diskette is in the drive, press the eject button and remove the diskette.

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

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POWER B

UTTON

Figure 3-4 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 Vista™ Startup Screen Logo.

Follow the on-screen directions.

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Turning off the power

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

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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(disc) activity has stopped, then remove any CD/DVDs or diskette.

Make sure the Disk’s indicator is off. If you turn off the power while a disk(disc) is being accessed, you can lose data or damage the disk(disc).

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3. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then select Shut Down.

4. Turn off the power to any peripheral devices.

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.

❑ While entering hibernation mode, the computer saves the

contents of memory to the HDD. Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the

save is completed. Wait for the Disk indicator to go out.

❑ Do not install or remove a memory module while the com-

puter 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.

For the computer to shut down in hibernation mode, the hibernation feature must be enabled in two places: the Hibernate tab in Power Options and Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver. Otherwise, the computer will shut down in Sleep mode. If battery power becomes depleted, data saved in Sleep mode 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.

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Starting Hibernation

To enter Hibernation mode, follow the steps below.

Windows Vista™

1. Click Windows Start button.

2. Point to .

3. Select Hibernate.

Automatic Hibernation

The computer will enter Hibernate mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. First, however, make the appropriate settings according to the steps below.

1. Open the Control Panel.

2. Open Mobile PC and open Power Options.

3. Select Choose what the power button does.

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

5. Click the Save changes button.

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

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

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Sleep mode

In sleep mode the power remains on, but the CPU and all other devices are in sleep mode.

❑ Before entering Sleep mode, be sure to save your data. ❑ Do not install or remove a memory module while the com-

puter is in sleep mode. The computer or the module could be damaged.

❑ Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in sleep

mode (unless the computer is connected to an AC power source). Data in memory will be lost.

Benefits of sleep

The sleep feature provides the following benefits: ❑ 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 Sleep feature.

❑ You can use the panel power off feature.

Executing sleep

You can also enable Sleep by pressing FN+F3. See Chapter 5,

The Keyboard, for details.

You can enter sleep mode in one of three ways:

1. Click Windows Start button, point to , and then click Sleep.

2. Close the display panel. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Power Options in the Control Panel.

3. Press the power button. This feature must be enabled. Refer to the Power Option in the Control Panel.

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

❑ When the computer is shut down in sleep mode, the power

indicator glows amber.

❑ If you are operating the computer on battery power, you can

lengthen the operating time by shutting down in hibernation mode. Sleep mode consumes more power.

Sleep limitations

Sleep 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

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

❑ You change certain computer settings. ❑ An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard com-

mands.

If you need to restart the computer, there are three ways this can be achieved:

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1. Click Start, then click the narrow ( ) in the power management button

( ) and select Restart from the menu.

2. Press CTRL + ALT + DEL to display the menu window, then select Restart from the Shut down options.

3. Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds. Once the computer has turned itself off, wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button.

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System Recovery Options

About 1.5GB hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options. This partition stores files which can be used to repair the sys-

tem in the event of a problem.

System Recovery Options

The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory. The System Recovery Options menu includes some tools to repair startup problems, run diagnostics or restore the system.

You can see the more information about “Startup Repair” in “Windows Help and Support” content.

The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. While holding the F8 key, turn the computer on again.

3. The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed. Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions from this point onward.

The Window Vista Complete PC Backup feature can be used on Windows Vista™ Business Edition and Ultimate Edition.

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Create Optical Recove ry Discs

For HDD Recovery model

A recovery image of your computer is stored on the hard disk. You may use this image to create CD or DVD recovery discs using the following steps:

1. Select either blank CDs or DVDs media.

2. The application will allow you to choose a type of media to create recovery CDs/DVD including: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,

DVD+RW, DVD+R DL and DVD-R DL.

Some media may not be compatible with Optical Drive of your computer. Please verify your Optical Drive supports the blank media you choose.

3. Turn on your computer to open Windows Vista™.

4. Insert the (first) blank media into the tray of the Optical Drive.

5. Double click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windows Vista™ desktop, or Select the application from Start Menu.

6. After Recovery Disc Creator starts, select the type of media and the title you wish to copy to the media then click the Burn.

If your Optical Drive can only write to CDs, select "CD" as the

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Restoring the preins ta lle d so ftwa re from the Recovery HDD

For HDD Recovery model

A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition. This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre-stalled software in the event of a problem.

When re-setting up your hard disk, do not change, delete or add partition in a manner other than specified in the manual. Otherwise, space for software may be destroyed.

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In addition, if you use a third-party partitioning program to reconfigure partitions on your hard disk, it may become impossible to re-setup your computer.

You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre-installed software without System Recovery Options.

1. Turn off your computer.

2. While holding down 0 (zero) key on the keyboard, turn on your computer.

3. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Restoring the preins ta lle d so ftwa re from your creating Recovery Media

For HDD Recovery model

If preinstalled files are damaged, use the your creating Recovery Media or using HDD Recovery to restore them. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps below.

You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre-installed software without System Recovery Options.

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

1. Load the Recovery Media in the optional optical disc 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.

For 2HDDs model, If HDD1 is first, go to the (3.) step. If HDD1 is not first, do as follows.

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d. When the "In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA" prompt

appears,

press the F12 key to display the Boot menu.

Go to the (3.)step.

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3. Use the up or down cursor key to select CD/DVD in the display menu. For details, refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7, HW Setup and Pass-

words.

4. A menu appears. Follow the on-screen instructions.

When drivers Utilities are installed, you can setup the respective drivers and utilities from the following folder. C: \ TOSAPINS\***

When removing pre-installed drivers/utilities or when installing, you can setup the respective drivers/utilities from the following folder. C:\TOSAPINS\***

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