Toshiba TECRA M2 series User’s Guide

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Tecra M2 Series User’s Guide

If you need assistance:

❖ Toshiba Global Support Centre

Calling within the United States (800) 457-7777 Calling from outside the United States (949) 859-4273

For more information, see “Troubleshooting Guide” on

page 189 in this guide.

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

C6670-1203M1

Model: Tecra M2 Series

ReWritable CD/DVD Drives

The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and/or DVD drive(s), among the most advanced data storage technologies available. As with any new technology, you must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If you fail to do so, this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage. TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PROGRAMS, DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF.

Protection of Stored Data

For your important data, please make periodic back-up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures, alteration, or loss of the data. IF YOUR DATA IS

ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY.

Critical Applications

The computer you have purchased is not designed for any “critical applications.” “Critical applications” means life support systems, medical applications, connections to implanted medical devices, commercial transportation, nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage. ACCORDINGLY, TOSHIBA, ITS AFFILIATES

AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS. IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHIBA, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

FCC Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE

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

Only Peripherals complying with the FCC Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer's or expansion unit's serial port, parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port 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.

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

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Contact:

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

Industry Canada Requirement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conformé à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

FCC Requirements

The following information is pursuant to FCC CFR 47, Part 68 and refers to internal modems.

This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, the information must be provided to the telephone company.

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

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by the ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.

Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.

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 this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advanced notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Toshiba Corporation, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at (800) 457-7777 or Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

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, including Fax machines, to send any message 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 or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.)

In order to program this information into your fax transmission, refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer.

Alarm Equipment

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Instructions for IC CS-03 Certified Equipment

1 NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.

This certification means that the equipment meets certain

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

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

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

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

2 The user manual of analog equipment must contain the equipment’s

Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) and an explanation notice similar to the following:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device can be found on the label affixed to your computer.

NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

3 The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this

equipment is jack type(s): USOC RJ11C.

Wireless Interoperability

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card products are designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ The IEEE 802.11 Standard on Wireless LANs (Revision A/B), as

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

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certification as defined by the WECA

Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance.

If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN.

Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to

5.85 GHz frequency range.

Wireless LAN and your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes, or

❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other

devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory Information

The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product. This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards.

Canada – Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does not emit RF field in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from Health Canada’s Web site www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb. The RF device shall not be co-located with any other transmitter that has not been tested with this device.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.

Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il doit etre utilize a l'interieur et devrait etre place loin des fenetres afin de Fournier un ecram de blindage maximal. Si le matriel (ou son antenne d'emission) est installe a l'exterieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence.

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

❖ This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE

Directive 1999/5/EC with essential test suites as per standards:

EN 60950 Safety of Information Technology equipment

ETS 300 328 Technical requirements for radio equipment

ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.

België/ Belgique:

Deutschland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for pro-

For outdoor usage only channel 10 (2457 MHz) and 11 (2462 MHz) is allowed.

For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT/BIPT is required. Registration to IBPT/BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m. An IBPT/BIPT license is required for public usage outside building. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

Gebruik buiten gebouw alleen op kanalen 10 (2457 MHz) en 11 (2462 MHz). Voor privé-gebruik buiten gebouw over publieke groud over afstand kleiner dan 300m geen registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig; voor gebruik over afstand groter dan 300m is wel registratie bij BIPT/IBPT nodig. Voor publiek gebruik buiten gebouwen is licentie van BIPT/ IBPT verplicht. Voor registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT.

L’utilisation en extérieur est autorisé sur le canal 10 (2457 MHz) et 11 (2462 MHz). Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, a l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, audessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprés de I’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à I’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de I’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter I’IBPT.

cedure to follow.

Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 10 and 11 (2457 MHz and

2462 MHz respectively) may be used in France. License required for every installation, indoor and outdoor installations. Please contact ART for procedure to follow.

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 10 à 11 (2457 MHz et 2462 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés en France. Toute utilisation, qu’elle soit intérieure ou extérieure, est soumise à autorisation. Vous pouvez contacter I’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommuniations (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suivre.

Italia: License required for indoor use. Use with outdoor installations not

allowed.

E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire. L’uso per installazione in esterni non e’ permessa.

Nederland: License required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for pro-

cedure to follow.

Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

USA – Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the devices in a Wireless LAN System is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference.

❖ This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired

operation.

TOSHIBA is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA.

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

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card will be installed with one of two types of antennas. The both of antenna types, when installed are located at the upper edge of the LCD screen.

For both antennas, the radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in

such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. In normal operating configuration, the LCD in the upright position, the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Antenna(s) used in 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user.

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

Caution: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements

This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 GHz to

5.35 GHz and 5.65 GHz to 5.85 GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage this device.

NOTE

The above Caution information applies to products that operate with an

802.11a device.

Taiwan

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not

affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In event that any interference is found, the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately, and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement.

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this Equipment in Japan

In Japan, the frequency bandwidth of 2,400 MHz to 2,483.5 MHz for second generation low-power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems (premises radio station and specified low-power radio station).

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.

2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation. 3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 40m. 4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz.

It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: MPC13A-20/R

JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

Approval Number: D01-1128JP

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number: 03NY.A0018, 03GZDA0017

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

❖ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

❖ Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

❖ Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

❖ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Toshiba is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the devices included with this Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by Toshiba.

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

NOTE

The following information is dependent on what type of wireless device is in your computer.

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5001X Mini PCI Wireless network adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

NOTE

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

This device works on passive scan only.

A peer-to-peer mode is not available in 802.11a and Turbo Mode.

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

802.11a (5 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Ireland Italy Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Portugal Sweden

Switzerland UK USA

Turbo Mode (5 GHz)

Canada USA

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Intel® PRO/ Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Argentina Australia Austria

Belgium Brazil Canada

Chile Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Iceland Ireland Italy

Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg

Mexico Netherlands New Zealand

Norway Peru Portugal

Singapore Spain Sweden

Switzerland UK Uruguay

USA Venezuela

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Toshiba Mini PCI Wireless LAN Card

This equipment is approved to the radio standard by the countries/regions in the following table.

Do not use this equipment except in the countries/regions in the following table.

Australia Austria Belgium

Canada Denmark Finland

France Germany Greece

Hong Kong Iceland Ireland

Italy Japan Liechtenstein

Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands

New Zealand Norway Philippines

Portugal Singapore Spain

Sweden Switzerland Thailand

UK USA

Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ Bluetooth Specification Ver.1.1, as defined and approved by The

Bluetooth Special Interest Group.

❖ Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by

The Bluetooth Special interest Group.

Bluetooth wireless technology is a new innovative technology, and TOSHIBA has not confirmed compatibility of its Bluetooth™ products with all PCs and/ or equipment using Bluetooth wireless technology other than TOSHIBA portable computers.

Always use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA in order to enable wireless networks over two or more (up to a total of seven) TOSHIBA portable computers using these cards. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support

on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

When you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA close to 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices, Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors. If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth™ cards from TOSHIBA, always change the frequency, move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2.4 GHz Wireless LAN devices (40 meters/43.74 yards or more) or stop transmitting from your PC. Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http://www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/ tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http://www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another. If you use Bluetooth™ and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously, you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection. If you should experience any such problem, immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth™ or Wireless LAN. Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http:// www.toshiba-europe.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or http:// www.pcsupport.global.toshiba.com in the United States for more information.

Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health

The products with Bluetooth wireless technology, like other radio devices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy. The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations may for example include:

❖ Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of

airplanes, or

❖ In any other environment where the risk of interference to other

devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment (e.g. airports), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the device with Bluetooth wireless technology prior to turning on the equipment.

Regulatory statements

This product complies with any mandatory product specification in any country/ region where the product is sold. In addition, the product complies with the following:

European Union (EU) and EFTA

This equipment complies with the R&TTE directive 1999/5/EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly.

Canada-Industry Canada (IC)

This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada.

L’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement aux conditions suivantes: (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit étre prét à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Caution: FCC Interference Statement

This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference, and

❖ This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment.

Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

The radiated output power of the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

In order to comply with FCC radio-frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment, the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm.

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

The Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits.

Nevertheless, it is advised to use the Bluetooth™ Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation is minimized.

NOTE

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.

Taiwan

Article 14 Unless approved, for any model accredited low power radio frequency

electric machinery, any company, trader or user shall not change the frequency, increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design.

Article 17 Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not

The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations.

Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial, scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery.

Using this equipment in Japan

1. Sticker

Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product.

2. Indication

The indication shown below appears on this equipment.

(1) (2) (3)

2.4FH1

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz.

2 FH: This equipment uses FH-SS modulation.

3 The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m.

4 This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2,400 MHz to

2,483.5 MHz. It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems.

3. TOSHIBA Direct PC

Monday – Friday: 10:00 – 17:00

Toll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100

Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916

Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification, and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low-power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: EYXF2CS

TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER

Approval Number: 01NYDA1305

The following restrictions apply:

❖ Do not disassemble or modify the device.

❖ Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device.

DVD-ROM, multi-function drive safety instructions

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

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

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

Location of the required label

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

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

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

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This product contains mercury. Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal, reuse or recycling information, please contact your local government or the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org.

Introduction............................................................................... 32

This guide ..................................................................33

Safety icons ...............................................................34

Other icons used..................................................35

Other documentation .................................................35

Service options ..........................................................36

Chapter 1: Getting Started........................................................ 37

Selecting a place to work...................................................... 37

Creating a computer-friendly environment..................... 37

Keeping yourself comfortable.......................................... 38

Other precautions.................................................................. 42

Setting up your computer..................................................... 42

Connecting the AC adapter .............................................. 44

Charging the battery ......................................................... 46

Turning on the computer...................................................... 47

Opening the display panel................................................ 47

Turning on the power ....................................................... 48

Setting up your software ...................................................... 49

Registering your computer with Toshiba............................ 50

Contents

Setting up other devices................................................... 50

Turning off the computer...................................................... 50

Closing the display panel.................................................. 51

Chapter 2: Connecting Other External Devices ...................... 52

Using external display devices............................................. 52

Connecting the display device ......................................... 53

Directing the display output when you turn on the

computer....................................................................... 54

Adjusting the quality of the external display................... 55

Video limitations................................................................ 55

Using a keyboard................................................................... 56

Connecting a keyboard ........................................56

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn

key....................................................................56

Using a mouse...........................................................57

Connecting a mouse......................................................... 57

Connecting a local printer .................................................... 57

Connecting an optional external diskette drive................... 59

Connecting external speakers or headphones.................... 60

Connecting an external microphone.................................... 60

Using an expansion device................................................... 61

Adding memory .................................................................... 61

Installing memory modules............................................. 62

Using Slim SelectBay

Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay®............. 71

Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay®.................. 73

Inserting and removing hard drives .................................... 73

Inserting and removing PC Cards........................................ 76

Inserting a PC Card........................................................... 77

Removing a PC Card........................................................ 78

Setting up a PC Card for your computer ........................ 79

Inserting an SD

Connecting your modem to a telephone line...................... 80

modules.......................................... 71

card........................................................... 79

Contents

Connecting to a phone line ............................................. 80

Using the i.LINK® port.......................................................... 82

Chapter 3: Learning the Basics................................................ 83

Computing tips...................................................................... 83

Using the keyboard............................................................... 84

Character keys ................................................................. 85

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard..... 85

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys......................................................... 86

Function keys.................................................................... 86

Windows special keys...................................................... 87

Overlay keys ..................................................................... 87

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device............................. 89

Using the TouchPad™.......................................................... 90

Control buttons................................................................. 91

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device............. 91

Using the TOSHIBA Console button ................................... 92

Starting a program................................................................ 93

Starting a program from the Start menu........................ 94

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer............... 94

Starting a program from the Run dialog box................. 95

Saving your work.................................................................. 96

Printing your work................................................................ 98

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive..................... 99

Inserting compact discs ................................................ 101

Removing compact discs ............................................. 103

Caring for CDs and DVDs.............................................. 104

Using PC Cards................................................................... 105

Hot swapping.................................................................. 105

Using SD

Using your computer at the office..................................... 106

Using a computer lock........................................................ 107

Caring for your computer................................................... 108

Cleaning the computer................................................... 108

cards................................................................. 106

Contents

Moving the computer..................................................... 109

Powering down the computer ........................................... 109

Using Turn Off or Shut down......................................... 110

Using Hibernation........................................................... 112

Using Standby................................................................. 114

Toshiba’s online resources ................................................. 117

Chapter 4: Mobile Computing................................................ 118

Toshiba’s energy-saver design........................................... 118

Running the computer on battery power.......................... 119

Battery Notice.................................................................. 119

Charging the batteries..................................................... 120

Monitoring battery power .............................................. 121

What to do when the battery alarm sounds ..................... 123

Changing batteries............................................................... 124

Taking care of your battery................................................. 126

Safety precautions .......................................................... 126

Maximizing battery life.................................................... 127

Disposing of used batteries safely................................. 128

Conserving power............................................................... 129

Power usage profiles in Windows XP Professional .... 130

Using a hot key to set the power usage mode............. 130

Additional options for power.............................................. 131

Chapter 5: Exploring Your Options........................................ 132

Exploring the desktop ......................................................... 132

Finding your way around the desktop........................... 132

Exploring audio features..................................................... 136

Using external speakers or headphones....................... 137

Recording sounds .......................................................... 138

Playing an audio CD-ROM............................................. 139

Exchanging data with another computer.......................... 140

Transferring files.............................................................. 141

Getting help transferring files......................................... 141

Contents

Setting up for communications..................................... 141

Connecting the modem to a telephone line ................. 143

Connecting your computer to a network ..................... 143

Toshiba’s online resources............................................. 146

An overview of using the Internet...................................... 147

The Internet..................................................................... 147

The World Wide Web .................................................... 147

Internet Service Providers ............................................. 148

Connecting to the Internet ............................................ 148

Surfing the Internet......................................................... 149

Internet features.............................................................. 149

Uploading and downloading files from the Internet ... 150

Chapter 6: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 151

Fn-esse................................................................................. 152

Starting Fn-esse ............................................................. 152

Using the keyboard or pointing device to assign

keys ............................................................................. 154

Viewing existing key assignments................................ 155

Changing or removing existing key assignments ....... 156

TOSHIBA HW Setup........................................................... 156

Accessing TOSHIBA HW Setup.................................... 156

TOSHIBA Power Saver....................................................... 159

TOSHIBA Mobile Extension ............................................... 160

TOSHIBA Password Utility................................................. 162

TOSHIBA Zooming Utility................................................... 164

TOSHIBA CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer...................... 165

TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility.................................... 166

PC Diagnostic Tool.............................................................. 167

Echo Canceller..................................................................... 168

TOSHIBA IP Phone............................................................. 169

Contents

Chapter 7: Keeping Your Files Safe ....................................... 171

Using passwords in Windows .......................................... 171

Setting user-level passwords ............................................ 172

Using an instant user-level password........................... 173

Using a power-on (user-level) password.......................... 174

Setting a power-on (user-level) password.................... 174

Creating a user token on an SD memory card............. 176

Deleting a power on (user-level) password.................. 176

Deleting a user token on an SD memory card............. 177

Using the power-on (user-level) password.................. 177

Using a supervisor password ............................................ 178

Setting a supervisor password...................................... 178

Creating a supervisor token on an SD memory card.. 180

Deleting a supervisor password.................................... 181

Deleting a supervisor on an SD Memory Card ............ 181

Hard disk drive passwords................................................. 182

Setting a hard disk drive user only password in

System Setup ............................................................. 183

Deleting or changing a hard disk drive user only

password in System Setup ....................................... 184

Setting a hard disk drive master and user password

in System Setup ......................................................... 185

Changing the master and user passwords in

System Setup ............................................................. 186

Deleting the hard disk drive master and user

passwords in the System Setup............................... 187

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Guide......................................... 189

Problems that are easy to fix.............................................. 189

Problems when you turn on the computer....................... 190

Resolving a hardware conflict............................................ 192

Using the Windows XP troubleshooting feature.......... 192

A plan of action................................................................ 193

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own.................. 193

Contents

Memory module problems............................................ 195

Power and the batteries ................................................. 196

Keyboard problems........................................................ 198

AccuPoint II problems.................................................... 198

Display problems............................................................ 199

Disk drive problems ....................................................... 201

Modem problems........................................................... 203

Problems with the DVD-ROM or multi-function

drive............................................................................. 204

Sound system problems ............................................... 205

Optional devices.............................................................. 206

PC Card problems.......................................................... 206

Printer problems............................................................. 209

Internet Problems............................................................... 210

DVD operating problems–Windows XP........................... 211

Developing good computing habits.................................. 213

If you need further assistance............................................ 214

Before you call................................................................. 214

Contacting Toshiba......................................................... 215

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites ..................................... 216

Toshiba’s worldwide offices .............................................. 216

Appendix A: Hot Keys .............................................. 220

Appendix B: Power Cable Connectors...................... 228

Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your Toshiba

Computer .......................................... 229

Getting Started.........................................................230

ConfigFree Main Screen.....................................230

Starting ConfigFree ............................................231

Configuring ConfigFree ......................................231

ConfigFree Utilities...................................................232

Connectivity Doctor ...........................................232

Device Settings ..................................................233

Profile Settings ..................................................235

Contents

Quick Connect....................................................236

Using Auto Switch ...................................................237

Auto Switch (Cable Disconnect).........................238

Auto Switch (SSID)............................................238

Glossary................................................................................... 239

Index......................................................................................... 253

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful, portable multimedia computing. With your Toshiba notebook computer, your work can accompany you wherever you go.

Toshiba notebook computers provide considerable computing power, enabling you to perform the most demanding computing tasks from any location.

You will find your operating system, Microsoft XP Professional, already installed on your computer. Your operating system offers exciting features and easy Internet access.

Windows®

Introduction

This guide

NOTE

This guide

This user’s guide contains basic information about your computer, including troubleshooting advice, detailed descriptions of your computer’s hardware and how to use it, and vital notes about Microsoft

Depending on your needs, you can:

The product specifications and configuration information are designed for a product Series. Your particular model may not have all the features and specifications listed or illustrated. For more detailed information about the features and specifications on your particular model, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

While Toshiba has made every effort at the time of publication to ensure the accuracy of the information provided herein, product specifications, configurations, prices, system/ component/options availability are all subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date product information about your computer, or to stay current with the various computer software or hardware options, visit Toshiba's Web site at pcsupport.toshiba.com.

Windows® XP.

❖ Read the entire guide from beginning to end.

❖ Skim through and stop when a topic interests you.

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

information.

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

Introduction

Safety icons

This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries, damage to your equipment, or loss of data. These safety cautions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, and the icons highlight these instructions as follows:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Provides important information.

Other icons used

Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information:

TECHNICAL NOTE: This icon highlights technical information about the computer.

HINT: This icon denotes helpful hints and tips.

DEFINITION: This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text.

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of service options built around its SelectServ the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site at

pcsupport.toshiba.com.

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

need further assistance” on page 214.

limited warranty programs. To stay current on

Chapter 1

Getting Started

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

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of locations and situations. This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment.

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you need to use, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to give adequate ventilation and prevent overheating.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

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

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.

❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.

If you spill liquid into the computer, turn off the computer, unplug it from the AC power source, and let it dry out completely before turning it on again. If the computer does not operate correctly after you turn it back on, contact your network administrator. Refer to “If you need further assistance”

on page 214 for more information.

❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,

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

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity. Operate the computer

within a temperature range of 41 degrees to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees to 35 degrees Celsius) and 20 percent to 80 percent non-condensing humidity.

Keeping yourself comfortable

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

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Using the computer keyboard incorrectly can result in

discomfort and possible injury. If your hands, wrists, and/or

arms hurt while typing, stop using the computer and rest. If the

discomfort persists, consult a physician.

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

Placement of the computer

Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress-related injuries. Consider the following when placing your computer.

❖ Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable

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

❖ If you use an external monitor, the top of the screen

should be no higher than eye level.

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

distance as the screen.

Seating and posture

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

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Below eye level

Approximately 90° angles

Footrest

Correct posture and positioning of the computer

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

below the level of your elbow. You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor.

If you are using a conventional chair:

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

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

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

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

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

elbows form approximately 90-degree angles when you work. Do not slump forward or lean back too far.

Lighting

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

❖ Position the display panel or external monitor so that

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

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

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

shines directly into your eyes.

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

work area.

Arms and wrists

❖ Avoid bending, arching, or twisting your wrists. Keep

them in a relaxed, neutral position while typing.

❖ Exercise your hands, wrists, and arms to improve

circulation.

Work habits

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

❖ Take frequent, short breaks to change position, stretch

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

❖ Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods.

Intersperse such activities with other tasks.

❖ Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long

periods can cause eyestrain. Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least 30 seconds.

Getting Started

Other precautions

Your computer is designed to optimize safety, minimize strain, and withstand the rigors of portability. However, you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. If two cards are installed, both can become hot even if only one is used extensively. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation.

Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or cause your computer to malfunction.

Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods of time.

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all set-up steps up to

“Setting up your software” on page 49 before adding external

or internal components to your computer. These components include, but are not limited to, a mouse, keyboard, printer, memory, and PC cards.

Your computer comes with a rechargeable battery pack that must be charged before you can use it.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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

page 44.

To register your computer online, or to sign up for an Internet account, you must connect the built-in modem to a telephone line.

Before adding any of these devices to the computer, be sure to complete “Setting up your software” on page 49.

After setting up your computer, you may want to:

❖ Add more memory. See “Adding memory” on page 61.

❖ Connect a mouse. See “Connecting a mouse” on page 57.

❖ Connect a full-size keyboard. See “Using a keyboard” on

page 56.

❖ Connect an external monitor. See “Using external display

devices” on page 52.

❖ Connect a local printer. See “Connecting a local printer”

on page 57.

❖ Install PC Cards. See “Inserting and removing PC Cards”

on page 76.

For more information on installing specific devices, see

“Connecting Other External Devices” on page 52.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

Connecting the AC adapter

Your computer requires power to operate. Use the power cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer’s battery.

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

When you connect the AC adapter to the computer, always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User's Guide. Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step; otherwise the adapter DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched. As a general safety precaution, avoid touching any metal parts.

Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible. Use of any incompatible adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter.

Power cable

Sample power cable and AC adapter

AC adapter

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.

Connecting the power cable to the sample AC adapter

Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

2 Plug the AC adapter into DC IN on the rear of the

computer.

Connecting the sample AC adapter to the computer

3 Connect the power cable to a live electrical outlet.

If the electrical outlet is live, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green.

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

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

❖ Amber while the battery is charging

❖ Green when the battery is fully charged

If the battery light flashes amber during charging, either the battery pack is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving input from the AC power supply. Disconnect the AC cable and remove the battery pack. See “Troubleshooting Guide” on

page 189 for troubleshooting information.

Damaged power cables can cause fire or electric shock. Never modify, forcibly bend, place heavy objects on top of, or apply heat to the power cable.

If the power cable becomes damaged or the plug overheats, discontinue use. There is a risk of electric shock.

Never remove the power plug from the outlet with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

Use of the wrong AC adapter could damage your computer. Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage in such cases.

Charging the battery

Before you can use the battery to power the computer, you must charge it. Connect the computer to a live electrical outlet using the AC adapter and power cable. When the AC adapter is connected to a live electrical outlet, the system indicator panel’s AC power light ( ) glows green and the battery light ( ) glows amber. When the battery light turns green, the battery is completely charged and ready to power the computer.

Charging time for the battery varies depending upon the demand placed on the AC adapter. If the computer is off, the battery should fully charge in about three hours. If the

Getting Started

Turning on the computer

computer is on, the battery will charge in four to ten hours, provided the computer is not consuming full power. If you are also charging a secondary battery housed in the Slim SelectBay

, charging time will be longer.

NOTE

For more information on battery use, see “Running the

computer on battery power” on page 119.

Once the battery is charged for the first time, avoid leaving the computer plugged in and turned off for more than a few hours at a time.

Turning on the computer

The computer is now ready for you to turn it on and begin using it.

Opening the display panel

1 Slide the display latch to the right.

2 Lift the display panel.

To avoid damaging the display panel, do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily, and never lift the computer by the display panel.

Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer. Your display contains an extremely large number of thin-film transistors (TFT) and is manufactured using high-precision technology. Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology.

Getting Started

Turning on the computer

Turning on the power

To turn on the computer:

1 Make sure any external devices (such as the AC adapter,

if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power) are properly connected and ready.

2 Check to ensure that any diskette drives are empty.

3 Press and hold the power button in until the on/off light

on the system indicator panel glows green—about one second.

Sample turning on the power

The preinstalled operating system will load automatically.

When you turn on the computer for the first time, don’t turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely.

Setting up your software

Getting Started

Setting up your software

NOTE

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

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

2 Confirm acceptance of Microsoft’s End User License

3 Enter the computer name and description and click Next

4 Click Skip to exit the process or Next to continue.

NOTE

The name of windows displayed, and the order in which windows appear, may vary according to your software setup choices.

Wizard.

Agreement and click Next.

or Skip.

The computer pauses for a moment while checking for an internet connection.

A window displays the message “An Internet connection could not be chosen.”

To register online, your computer’s modem must be connected to a voice-grade telephone line, or the Internet via a Local Area Network.

A window will display asking if you wish to register with Toshiba and Microsoft.

5 Click Ye s to register or No to exit the process.

Getting Started

Registering your computer with Toshiba

NOTE

6 Enter your personal information in the registration

7 Click Finish to complete the process.

If you click No, you may register with Toshiba by clicking the Register with Toshiba icon on the desktop.

window.

Your computer restarts automatically.

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended, and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be completed online at

www.register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete

Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.

Setting up other devices

You may want to take this time to set up your printer or other peripheral devices. For more information, see “Connecting a

local printer” on page 57.

Turning off the computer

It’s generally a good idea to turn off your computer when you are not using it.

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

Getting Started

Turning off the computer

When you power down the computer, you have three options to choose from: Turn Off (or Shut down), Hibernate, and Standby. Each option has its advantages.

❖ Use the Turn Off command if you are using the

Windows

XP Professional operating system when not

connected to a domain server.

❖ Use the Shut down command if you are using the

Windows

XP Professional operating system and

connected to a domain server.

❖ If you have work in progress and are not connected to a

network, use the Windows commands to save your system settings to memory so that, when you turn on the computer again, you will automatically return to where you left off.

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

Closing the display panel

When you are finished, shut the computer down and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

If you close the computer while it is still on, these actions will occur:

Standby or Hibernate

❖ If you have the LCD power-saver feature set, the LCD

panel will automatically turn off until you open it again.

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

beep to notify you that it is still on.

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

perform either: Nothing, Standby, or Hibernate (see

“Using Hibernation” on page 112).

Chapter 2

Connecting Other External Devices

This chapter describes how to connect devices that can increase the capabilities of your computer.

Using external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can also connect three different types of external display devices to one of two available video ports:

❖ A television via the S-video port.

❖ A video display device, such as a video projection unit,

via the S-video port.

❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor)

port.

Connect a television, video projector, monitor, or other display device to your computer and then configure your computer for the type of device you are connecting. The following sections describe how to do this in detail. Also, refer to the documentation for your operating system and devices.

Connecting Other External Devices

Using external display devices

Connecting the display device

If you’re connecting a television or other video display device to the computer’s S-video port, first refer to the next two subsections.

If you’re connecting an SVGA monitor, skip to “Connecting

an external monitor or projector” on page 54.

Selecting video cables

To connect a device to the S-video port, you’ll need to purchase an S-video cable. For the best video quality, always use a properly shielded cable.

HINT: Toshiba recommends using a cable no longer than 20 feet (approximately 6 meters).

Using a poor quality cable may result in a dull or fuzzy picture, poor color, ghosting, video noise, or loss of video.

Connecting to the S-video port

NOTE

1 Connect one end of the S-video cable to the external

2 Connect the other end of the S-video cable to the S-video

3 Turn on the external video device.

Video cables are not included with your computer. To connect a device to the S-video port, you’ll need to purchase an Svideo cable.

video device.

Refer to the documentation provided with the device for the location of its S-video-in port.

port on the back side of the computer.

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Using external display devices

4 Set the display mode by pressing Fn + F5 or by using the

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” below.

Connecting an external monitor or projector

You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:

1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB port on the

back of the computer.

2 Connect the device’s power cable to a live electrical

outlet.

3 Turn on the external device.

4 Set the display mode by pressing

Display Properties settings. For more information, see

“Directing the display output when you turn on the computer” below.

Fn + F5 or by setting the

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Once you’ve connected an external display device, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key (

1 Press

2 While holding down

Fn and F5 simultaneously.

Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the

setting you want takes effect.

This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order:

❖ Built-in display only

❖ Built-in display and external device simultaneously

❖ External device only

Fn + F5):

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Using external display devices

❖ Built-in display and TV (or other external video device)

simultaneously

❖ TV (or other external video device) only

3 Release the

TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also change these settings using the Display Properties Box.

For more information on switching the display output, see

“Display modes” on page 225.

Fn key.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

To obtain the best picture quality from your television (or other video display device), you may need to adjust the video settings. See the video device documentation for additional configuration steps.

TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use one of the simultaneous modes, you must set the resolution of the internal display panel to match the resolution of the external display device.The external display device must support a resolution of 640 x 480 or higher.

Video limitations

Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of the external video device.

❖ If the external video device, such as an SVGA monitor, is

capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution, only part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can scroll to view the “lost” area.

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Using a keyboard

❖ Since most televisions and video projectors overscan by

15 to 20 percent, some of the desktop will be outside the viewing area. You can scroll to view the edge of the desktop.

❖ If you use the display hot key (Fn + F5) to change the

display output with the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the display area (resolution) set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600, the image on the internal display panel may appear stretched.

Using a keyboard

If you prefer to use a standard keyboard, you can attach a USB keyboard to a USB port or a serial keyboard to an optional Advanced Port Replicator III. See your Toshiba sales representative for more information.

Connecting a keyboard

To connect a USB keyboard, gently push the keyboard cable into the USB port. To connect a serial keyboard, gently push the keyboard cable into the serial port of an optional Advanced Port Replicator III.

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key

An external keyboard does not have the Fn key provided by the computer’s built-in keyboard. You can use the Emulation option in Toshiba Hardware Setup to assign an external keyboard key combination that will emulate the internal keyboard’s

In Toshiba Hardware Setup, you can emulate the Fn keys by setting key combinations in the keyboard option of the utility.

Fn key.

Fn Key

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Using a mouse

See “TOSHIBA HW Setup” on page 156 for more information.

NOTE

The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard.

Using a mouse

If you prefer to use a standard mouse, you can attach a USB mouse to a USB port or a serial mouse to an optional Advanced Port Replicator III. See your Toshiba sales representative for more information.

Connecting a mouse

To connect a USB mouse, gently push the keyboard cable into the USB port. To connect a serial mouse, gently push the mouse cable into the serial port of an optional Advanced Port Replicator III.

Connecting a local printer

NOTE

Read the documentation that came with your printer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when connecting a local printer.

You must supply the proper printer cable. If one did not come with your printer, you may purchase one from an electronics or computer store.

If your printer is ECP- or IEEE-compliant, make sure your printer cable is an IEEE 1284 cable.

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Connecting a local printer

Your printer documentation may require you to install the printer software before physically connecting the printer to your computer. If you do not install the software as instructed by the printer manufacturer, the printer may not function correctly.

Never connect the printer cable while the computer’s power is on. Doing so may damage the printer, the computer, or both.

These instructions assume you have a parallel printer.

To connect the printer:

1 If the computer is on, turn it off.

2 Connect the printer cable to the printer and to the

computer’s parallel port. Use the printer cable illustration as a connection guide.

To the computer To the printer

Identifying the ends of a parallel printer cable

3 Plug the printer’s power cable into a live electrical outlet.

4 See your printer documentation for additional

configuration steps.

For more information on getting your printer to print, see

“Printing your work” on page 98.

Connecting Other External Devices

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Some operations, such as creating a password service diskette, require a diskette drive designed for use with 3.5inch diskettes.

Sample optional external USB diskette drive

To connect an optional external USB diskette drive, connect the cable to one of the USB ports.

Connecting an optional external USB diskette drive

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Connecting external speakers or headphones

To attach an external stereo output device (headphone or external speakers):

1 Locate the headphone jack on the right side of the

computer.

2 Using any necessary adapters, plug the cable from the

external audio device into the headphone jack. The headphone jack requires a 3.5 mm, 16-ohm stereo jack.

When the headphone is inserted, the internal speakers are automatically disabled.

For more information on using headphones or external speakers, see “Using external speakers or headphones” on

page 137.

Connecting an external microphone

Your computer comes equipped with an internal microphone, but to record higher quality sounds, you can attach an external microphone:

1 Locate the microphone jack on the right side of the

computer.

2 Plug the microphone cord into the microphone jack.

3 Turn on the microphone.

The internal microphone is automatically disabled.

Once the external microphone is connected, the recording process is the same as with the built-in microphone. For more information, see “Recording sounds” on page 138.

Connecting Other External Devices

Using an expansion device

HINT: When an external microphone is connected while using TOSHIBA IP Phone (see “TOSHIBA IP Phone” on page 169), you can adjust for audio feedback by using the Echo Canceller utility. For more information see “Echo Canceller” on

page 168.

Using an expansion device

The expansion port is used to connect your computer to an expansion device. This is an excellent investment if you are using your computer both in and out of the office.

When you return to your desk, you can then connect to your network, print reports from your computer, or use a mouse instead of the AccuPoint II. Connecting cables for each of these devices every time you return to the office is timeconsuming and inconvenient.

With an expansion device, you can leave external devices connected while you are using your computer away from your desk. When you return, you can quickly connect your computer and have immediate access to all the devices.

For more information, see the accessories information package that comes with the device or visit

Adding memory

HINT: To purchase additional memory modules, see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit

www.toshibaaccessories.com.

Your notebook computer is equipped with two memory slots which can provide various memory configurations. When

toshiba.com.

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Adding memory

additional memory is added, or original memory replaced, it is recommended that you use only compatible memory. In the event original memory is replaced with invalid memory, the system will beep and will not boot beyond the BIOS memory check. A message may display. If this occurs, contact Toshiba’s support center at (800) 457-7777.

Installing memory modules

Additional memory modules can be installed in your computer. There are two memory expansion slots; the secondary slot located on the bottom of your computer, and the primary slot located under your computer’s keyboard. Normally, you will install or replace a memory module in the secondary slot—the secondary slot is designed for quick installation.

To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips no.0 screwdriver (for primary memory installation) or Phillips no.1 screwdriver (for secondary memory installation) that is in good condition.

NOTE

If you install any memory module in your computer, be sure that a memory module resides in the primary slot. The computer does not boot when the primary slot is vacant. Toshiba recommends installing a memory module in the secondary slot prior to removing and installing a memory module in the primary slot, due to the ease of installation.

Primary memory module installation requires significant computer disassembly and reassembly. If you are uncomfortable with this, please contact your Toshiba sales representative for a service professional to complete this procedure.

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Adding memory

Installing a memory module in the secondary slot

If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step

1 Shut down your computer completely using the Shut

down or Turn Off command.

See “Turning off the computer” on page 50.

2 Unplug the computer.

Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may damage the computer, the module, or both.

3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may

have connected.

4 Turn the computer upside down, remove the battery, and

locate the memory module cover to the memory slot.

Memory module cover

Locating the sample memory module cover

5 Using a standard Phillips no. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the

screw that secures the memory module cover, then remove the memory module cover. Place the screw and

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Adding memory

the cover in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later.

Removing the sample memory module cover

6 If a memory module exists in the slot, remove it as

detailed in “Removing a memory module from the

secondary slot” on page 65. If no memory module exists

in the slot, proceed to step 7.

Static electricity can damage the memory module. Before you handle the module, touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up.

To avoid damaging the memory module, be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer.

7 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

8 Holding the memory module at an angle by its edges so

that the gold connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket.

9 Gently press down on the memory module until the clips

snap into place.

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Adding memory

Do not force the module into position. The memory module should be level when secured in place.

Inserting the sample memory module into the secondary slot

Avoid touching the connectors on the memory module or on the computer. Grease or dust on the connectors may cause memory access problems.

10 Replace the cover slot and the screw.

11 Turn the computer over and restart it.

When you turn on the computer, it automatically recognizes the additional memory.

Removing a memory module from the secondary slot

If you need to remove a secondary memory module:

1 Complete steps 1–5 in “Installing a memory module in

the secondary slot” to shut down the computer and

remove the memory module cover.

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Adding memory

Do not try to remove a memory module with the computer turned on. You can damage the computer and the device.

Do not remove the memory module while the computer is in Standby mode. The computer could hang up the next time you turn it on and data in memory will be lost. In either of the above cases, the Standby configuration will not be saved.

The following message appears when you turn on the power:

Warning: Resume Failure Press Any Key To Continue

If the computer hangs up when you turn it on, perform the following: Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds, then turn the power on again.

2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.

The memory module pops up partially.

3 Carefully remove the module from the slot.

Removing the sample memory module

4 Replace the cover plate and screw.

5 Turn the computer over and restart it.

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Adding memory

Installing a memory module in the primary slot

NOTE

If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise, skip to step

1 Shut down your computer completely using the Shut

2 Unplug the computer.

If you install any memory module in your computer, be sure that a memory module resides in the primary slot. The computer does not boot when the primary slot is vacant. Toshiba recommends installing a memory module in the secondary slot first (due to the ease of installation) before removing and installing a memory module in the primary slot.

down or Turn Off command.

See “Turning off the computer” on page 50.

Installing a memory module with the computer’s power on may damage the computer, the module, or both.

3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may

have connected.

4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery.

5 Locate and remove the retaining screw. Place the screw in

a safe place so that you can retrieve it later.

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Adding memory

Removing the sample retaining screw

6 Turn the computer over and slide the display latch to the

right and open the display panel.

7 Insert a thin object under the rim of the keyboard brace

and lift out the brace.

Removing the sample keyboard brace

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Adding memory

8 Remove two screws securing the keyboard. Place the

screws in a safe place so that you can retrieve them later.

9 Lift up the back of the keyboard, rotate it toward you and

lay in face down on the palm rest.

Rotating the sample keyboard

10 Remove the retaining screw and the metal brace. Place

the screw in a safe place so that you can retrieve it later.

11 Remove the existing memory module from the slot by

pulling the clips away from the memory module. Place the module in antistatic packaging and store it in a safe place.

Removing the sample metal brace

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Adding memory

12 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

13 Holding the memory module by its edges so that the gold

connector bar faces the slot, fit the module into the socket so it lies flat and is secured by two latches on either side.

The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the module.

Installing the sample memory module in the primary slot

14 Replace the metal brace and the screw.

15 Insert the tabs on the front of the keyboard into

corresponding notches on the computer, seat the keyboard, and secure it with the two screws.

16 Seat the keyboard brace and press to secure latches.

17 Install the battery pack.

18 Turn the computer over and restart it.

When you turn on the computer, it automatically recognizes the additional memory.

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Using Slim SelectBay® modules

The Slim SelectBay® gives you additional flexibility. By inserting and removing Slim SelectBay modules, you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel. For example, any one of several modules can be used in the Slim SelectBay:

❖ DVD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive can also be used

as a standard CD-ROM drive.

❖ Multi-function drive

❖ Weight saver insert (a “honeycomb” piece of plastic) that

reinforces the Slim SelectBay for travel.

❖ Secondary battery

❖ Secondary hard disk drive (HDD)

HINT: Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately. See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit

www.toshibaaccessories.com.

Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay

NOTE

1 Do one of the following:

Use caution when lifting or turning your computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to components, such as cables, attached to your computer, or to the computer itself.

❖ Turn off the computer.

❖ Leave the computer on and hot swap the module. First,

stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove

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Using Slim SelectBay® modules

Hardware icon on the System tray. After the module is stopped, it is safe to remove it.

2 Slide the Slim SelectBay release toward the back of the

computer.

Unlatching the sample Slim SelectBay

3 Slide the Slim SelectBay out of the computer.

Sliding out the sample module

If you are removing the weight saver, retain it for transporting the computer when no other module is installed in the Slim SelectBay.

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Inserting and removing hard drives

Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay

To install a module into the Slim SelectBay, simply slide the module all the way into the Slim SelectBay until the latch locks into place.

Inserting and removing hard drives

Your computer can use hard drives with various capacities. Depending upon the original hard drive installed in your computer, you may wish to increase storage capacity by changing the internal drive, or you can add additional hard drive space by inserting a drive into the select bay module.

To change the internal hard drive.

1 Shut down your computer completely using the Shut

down or Turn Off command. See “Turning off the

computer” on page 50.

2 Unplug the computer. See “Changing batteries” on

page 124.

3 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may

have connected.

4 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery.

5 Remove the screw on the hard drive bay cover.

Removing the sample hard drive bay cover screw

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Inserting and removing hard drives

6 Remove the hard drive bay cover.

Removing the HDD cover

Removing the sample hard drive bay cover

7 Lift the hard drive bay cover to expose the hard drive.

8 Release the hard drive from the hard drive connector by

grasping the plastic tab on the exposed edge of the hard drive sliding the it to the left side of the computer.

Sliding the sample hard drive out of the hard drive bay

9 Lift the hard drive out of the hard drive bay.

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Inserting and removing hard drives

Lifting the sample hard drive out of the hard drive bay

10 Install the new hard drive by placing the drive into the

hard drive bay.

Placing the sample hard drive into of the hard drive bay

11 Slide the hard drive into the hard drive connector.

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Inserting and removing PC Cards

Sliding the sample hard drive into of the hard drive connector

12 Press the drive firmly into the connector. Do not force the

drive into the computer.

13 Replace the hard drive bay cover and tighten the screw

removed in step 5.

Inserting and removing PC Cards

Your computer comes with two stacked PC Card slots and supports three types of PC Cards:

❖ Type I cards—You can install up to two of these cards,

one in each slot.

❖ Type II cards—You can install up to two of these cards,

one in each slot.

❖ Type III cards—You can install just one of these cards.

Inserting a PC Card

Before you insert a PC Card, refer to the documentation that comes with the card to see if you need to do anything before you insert it.

There are three different ways to insert a PC Card:

❖ Turn off the computer and follow the steps below.

❖ Insert the PC card while the computer is running. Follow

the steps below.

❖ Hot swap the card (choose this method if there is already

a PC Card in slot you wish to use). Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card stops, it is safe to remove it. Follow the steps below.

1 Locate the PC Card slot on the left side of the computer.

If you are hot swapping a PC Card, see “Removing a PC

Card” on page 78, steps 3 through 5.

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Inserting and removing PC Cards

2 Insert the PC Card.

If you have a Type III card, insert it into the lower part of the slot. If you have a Type I or Type II card, insert it into either the upper or lower part of the slot.

Inserting the sample PC Card

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Inserting and removing PC Cards

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

firmly, but gently, to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do not force the card into position.

Removing a PC Card

1 Stop the PC Card by clicking the Safely Remove

Hardware icon on the System tray. After the PC Card

stops, it is safe to remove it.

2 Locate the PC Card eject button that corresponds to the

slot in which your PC Card is installed.

The top tab releases a card in the upper slot. The bottom tab releases a card in the lower slot.

3 Press the PC Card eject button once to extend it, and push

the button in to remove the PC Card.

Press the sample PC card eject button once to extend it

The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot.

4 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the

slot.

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Inserting an SD® card

Setting up a PC Card for your computer

Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online help.

Inserting an SD® card

NOTE

MMC cards (multimedia cards) do not work in this slot.

Locate the SD card slot on the left side of the computer.

❖ To insert an SD

card, turn the card so that the connector (metal area) faces down, then push the card in the slot until it locks in place.

❖ If Windows

does not recognize an inserted SD

remove and insert it again.

❖ To remove an SD

card, press the card inward to release it

and the card will pop out slightly.

❖ The green LED on the front of the computer will glow

when the card is being accessed.

Do not touch the SD® connector. You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data.

Do not remove an SD

card while data is being written or read. Even when the message “copying...” in the windows disappears, the computer may be writing to the computer and your data could be destroyed. Wait for the SD

indicator light

to go out.

card,

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Connecting your modem to a telephone line

Your computer comes with a built-in modem that can be connected to a standard voice-grade telephone line.

Use the modem to:

❖ Access the Internet.

❖ Communicate with your office’s local area network

(LAN) or a larger corporate wide area network (WAN).

For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN, consult your network administrator.

❖ Send a fax directly from your computer.

Connecting to a phone line

Before you can communicate using the modem, you need to connect it to a telephone line. Your computer’s built-in modem port uses an RJ-11 jack to connect the modem to a standard voice-grade telephone line.

1 Plug one end of the telephone cable into the modem port

on the back of the computer.

Connecting the telephone cable to the sample modem port

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Connecting your modem to a telephone line

2 Connect the other end to the RJ-11 wall jack.

Connecting to a wall jack

The modem is designed for use with a standard analog telephone line. Don’t connect the modem to a digital telephone line. A digital line will damage the modem.

Now you are ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet.

For more information on using a modem, see “Setting up for

communications” on page 141.

Connecting Other External Devices

Using the i.LINK® port

The i.LINK® port on the left side of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate (up to 400 mega bits per second [Mbps]). You can connect up to 63 external devices to the i.LINK

In addition to high speed, the i.LINK isochronous data—the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate. This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices.

As with USB ports, the i.LINK Play (automatic configuration) and hot swapping (the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on).

port.

port also supports

port supports both Plug-and-

Chapter 3

Learning the Basics

This chapter covers the basics of using your computer.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work stays in the computer’s temporary memory until you save it to the disk. You will lose all the work since your last save if, for example, the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working.

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

❖ Back up your files to disks (or other removable media) on

a regular basis. Label the backup copies clearly and store them in a safe place.

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Using the keyboard

It’s easy to put off backing up because it takes time. However, if your hard disk suddenly fails, you will lose all the data on it unless you have a separate backup copy.

❖ Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to

conserve disk space and improve performance.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

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

❖ Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries

and eyestrain.

❖ Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light

indicates a drive is active.

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

❖ Before turning off the computer, use the Turn Off

Computer command or Standby command. See

“Powering down the computer” on page 109 to learn

more about Standby.

NOTE

The Windows®XP operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you don’t let the Windows normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows the functionality of a full-size keyboard.

XP operating system shut down

keys, providing all

Sample keyboard

Character keys

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

❖ The space bar creates a space character instead of just

passing over an area of the page.

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

interchangeable.

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Using the keyboard

❖ The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not

interchangeable.

❖ The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper

case—the number and symbol keys are not affected. The caps lock light next to the caps lock key glows when you press the

Caps Lock key.

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Although your computer’s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full-size keyboard, it has fewer keys.

A standard full-size keyboard has two editing keys, cursor positioning keys, and a numeric keypad. Pressing the of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.

Fn key simultaneously in combination with one

Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys,

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Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key. Most of the time this does not matter. However, some programs assign separate functions to the right and left

Alt keys, or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on

and the full-sized keyboard. Using the these separate keys, as follows:

❖ Press Fn and Ctrl simultaneously to simulate the Ctrl key on

the right side of the enhanced keyboard.

❖ Press Fn and Enter simultaneously to simulate the Enter key

on the numeric pad of the enhanced keyboard.

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Ctrl

Sample Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

The program you are using. For more information, see your program documentation.

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys do different things depending on the

Ctrl

Fn key you can simulate

Alt

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn key) are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard.

Sample function keys

F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute

programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination with the specific functions on the computer. For more information, see

“Fn-esse” on page 152, or “Hot Keys” on page 220.

Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute

Windows special keys

Sample Windows special keys

Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special functions in Windows:

❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu

❖ Application key—Has the same function as the

secondary mouse (or AccuPoint II) button

Overlay keys

The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.

Start key

Application key

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Using the keyboard

Sample numeric and cursor control overlay

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Using the keyboard

Using the overlay to type numeric data

The keys with the numbers on their right front are the numeric overlay keys.

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

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

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

To use the cursor control keys when the numeric overlay is on:

❖ Press and hold down Shift while you use the cursor control

overlay keys.

❖ To return to the numeric overlay, release Shift.

To disable the numeric overlay, hold down the

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard

press indicator panel goes out.

Fn and F11

Fn key and

Using the overlay for cursor control

The keys with the gray arrows and symbols on their left front are the cursor control overlay keys.

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

To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on:

❖ For lowercase letters, hold down Fn while you type the

letters.

Fn and F10

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❖ For uppercase letters, hold down both Fn and Shift while

you type the letters.

To use the numeric overlay keys while the cursor control overlay is on:

❖ Hold down Shift while you use the numeric overlay keys.

❖ To return to the cursor control overlay, release Shift.

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

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device

AccuPoint II pointing device

AccuPoint II Primary button

AccuPoint II Secondary button

Sample AccuPoint II buttons

AccuPoint II pointing device—Moves the cursor and selects items on the screen.

To move the cursor, gently push the pointing device in the direction you want the cursor to move. Pushing harder on the pointing device moves the cursor faster.

Fn key

Primary button—Performs the same function as the left button on a mouse.

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary

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button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession.

Secondary button—Performs the same function as the right button on a mouse.

Using the TouchPad

The TouchPad, the small, smooth square cutout located in front of the keyboard, is sensitive to touch. You to move the cursor with the stroke of a finger. Simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor:

❖ To move the cursor to the top of the page, push your

finger forward on the TouchPad.

❖ To move the cursor to the bottom of the page, drag your

finger toward yourself.

❖ To move the cursor to the right side of the page, slide

your finger across the TouchPad from left to right.

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

left.

NOTE

Because the TouchPad is much smaller than the display screen, moving your cursor across the screen often means having to move your finger several times across the TouchPad in the desired direction.

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Once you’ve positioned your cursor, you can either click it into place by double-tapping the TouchPad or clicking the control buttons.

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Using the TouchPad™

Control buttons

When a step instructs you to click or choose an item, move the cursor to the item, then press and release the primary (left-hand) button. To double-click, press the primary button twice in rapid succession. The primary button usually corresponds to the left mouse button.

The function of the secondary (right-hand) button depends on the program you are using. It usually corresponds to the right mouse button. Check your program’s documentation to find whether it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device

The Dual Pointing Device, consisting of the AccuPoint II and TouchPad, is enabled by default. To change the enable/ disable Dual Point setting:

1 Click Start, Control Panel.

The Control Panel window appears.

2 Click Printers and Other Hardware.

3 Click Mouse Properties.

The Mouse Properties window appears.

4 Click the Dual Pointing Device tab.

The Dual Pointing Device tab view window appears.

5 Select Disable or Enable, whichever is appropriate.

6 Click Apply.

7 Click OK.

The Mouse Properties window closes.

8 Close the Printers and Other Hardware window.

9 Close the Control Panel window.

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Using the TOSHIBA Console button

The TOSHIBA Console button, the left-hand button located above the keyboard near the left side speaker, activates the TOSHIBA Console. This gives you quick access to some common functions. You can change the function of this button so that it performs other operations if you desire.

Sample TOSHIBA Console

To reprogram the TOSHIBA Console button:

1 Click Start, then Control Panel, then Printers and

Other Hardware.

2 Select Toshiba Controls.

This displays the Toshiba Controls Properties dialog box.

3 Select the box under the TOSHIBA Console button

section to bring up the available options.

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Starting a program

There are six options available when assigning a function to the TOSHIBA Console button:

❖ TOSHIBA Console

❖ Starts your Internet browser (Internet Explorer)

❖ Starts your email (Outlook Express)

❖ Directs the display to a TV through the S-video port

❖ Disables the button

❖ Starts a custom program

4 Select the option to which you wish to assign the

TOSHIBA Console button.

To assign a custom program, choose Select your program and enter the appropriate information for the program, or select Browse to find the program.

5 Click OK twice when finished.

Starting a program

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

If you prefer to open the program first, you can:

❖ Use the Start menu

❖ Use Windows

program file

❖ Use the Run dialog box

The next three sections explain how to use these methods.

Explorer.

Explorer or My Computer to locate the

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Starting a program

Starting a program from the Start menu

When you install a program, the operating system usually puts an icon in the All Programs menu. To start a program that has an icon in the All Programs menu, follow these steps, which use the Windows

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

The Windows Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed, go to step 3, otherwise, continue with

step 2.

2 Point to the program group, in this example, Accessories.

The Accessories menu is displayed.

3 Click the program, in this example, Wordpad.

Wordpad opens.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

Wordpad program as an example:

XP operating system displays the All

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows your computer’s contents as a hierarchy or “tree.” You can easily see the content of each drive and folder on your computer. To use this method, you should know the file name and location of the program’s executable file (this file ends with .exe).

This example opens Wordpad using its file name, wordpad.exe.

1 Click Start, then point to All Programs.

2 Click Accessories.

3 Click Windows Explorer.

Explorer. Windows® Explorer displays

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Starting a program

4 Double-click My Computer.

5 In the left part of the window, under the C: icon, double-

click the folder containing the program, in this case Program Files.

The files are hidden, which means they are system files that are not ordinarily displayed. Click “Show the contents of this folder” to see the files.

Windows folder on the right side of the window. The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder.

6 In the left part of the window, click Windows NT.

7 Click Accessories.

Windows folder on the right side of the window.

8 In the right part of the window, double-click Wordpad or

wordpad.exe.

Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files

Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

The operating system opens Wordpad.

To close the program, click the Close button in the upper-right corner of the program’s window.

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

This example uses the Run command to start Wordpad:

1 Click Start, then click Run.

The Run dialog box appears.

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Saving your work

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

❖ For a program in the Windows

program name. Otherwise type the full file path, if you know the program’s location. Then click OK.

❖ If you don’t know the location, click Browse....

In the Browse dialog box, enter the file name (for example wordpad.exe) and select the drive to search. When the operating system has found the file, click Open.

folder, type just the

HINT: To run the same program again, click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop-down list.

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette. This is one of the most important aspects of computing.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Save your data even when you are using the Standby command, in case the main battery discharges before you return to work.

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Saving your work

Saving documents is quick and easy, so it is a good idea to get in the habit of saving frequently.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals. Check your program’s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature.

Saving files

1 On the File menu of your Windows® program, click Save.

If you are working with a document that already has a file name, that’s all there is to it. If you created a new document, your program displays a Save As dialog box.

Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name.

Sample Save As dialog box

2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to

be stored.

3 Type a file name, then click Save.

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

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Printing your work

The Windows® XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters; the names can include spaces. Some applications still require MS-DOS

file names.

File names

If you plan to share your files with a computer using a pre-

Windows

95 version of the Windows® operating system, the file name must be no more than eight characters long. Typically the file name also has an extension, consisting of a period and up to three additional characters.

You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters: _,^,$,~,!,#,%,&,{,},(,),@ and ‘. MS-DOS file names are not case-sensitive and must not contain spaces.

Using a file extension

Most programs assign an extension to the file name that identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format. For example, Microsoft with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of “.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft own extension is usually unwise, since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly.

Printing your work

Ensure the operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Connecting a local printer” on page 57.

Word saves files

Word file. Creating your

HINT: You only need to set up the printer the first time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are changing printers, you will need to set up the Windows

XP operating

system to run with the additional printer(s).

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Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

To print a file:

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

2 Open the File menu of your Windows

Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

program and click

Sample Print dialog box

3 Specify the print parameters. For example, the range of

pages and number of copies to print.

4 Click Print.

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Optical storage has become the preferred medium for software, music, and video. Digital versatile discs (DVDs) provide a significant increase in data storage and support features that are not available on any other video platform. These features include wide-screen movies, multiple language tracks, digital surround sound, multiple camera angles, and interactive menus.

For these reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM drive or multi-function drive.

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Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

If a DVD-ROM drive or multi-function drive is not currently installed in the Slim SelectBay, follow the instructions in

“Using Slim SelectBay® modules” on page 71.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive is set to play region 1 (North America) DVD-ROMs. If you play a DVD disc from another region, the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region. The drive will allow you to change regions four times. On the fourth change, the region will be “locked in.” That is, the drive will only play DVDs from that last region. Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

Drive in-use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole

Sample DVD-ROM drive shown

Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the CD-ROM or multi-function drive is in use.

Eject button—Releases the disc tray when the system is powered on.

Do not press the Eject button or turn off the computer while the Drive in-use indicator light is glowing. Doing so could damage the disc or the drive.

When the disc tray is open, be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it. Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction.

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Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other icons used

Other documentation

Service options

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Other precautions

Setting up your computer

Connecting the AC adapter

Charging the battery

Turning on the computer

Opening the display panel

Turning on the power

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Setting up other devices

Turning off the computer

Closing the display panel

Using external display devices

Connecting the display device

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Video limitations

Using a keyboard

Connecting a keyboard

Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key

Using a mouse

Connecting a mouse

Connecting a local printer

Connecting an optional external diskette drive

Connecting external speakers or headphones

Connecting an external microphone

Using an expansion device

Adding memory

Installing memory modules

Using Slim SelectBay® modules

Inserting and removing hard drives

Inserting and removing PC Cards

Inserting a PC Card

Removing a PC Card

Inserting an SD® card

Setting up a PC Card for your computer

Connecting your modem to a telephone line

Connecting to a phone line

Using the i.LINK® port

Computing tips

Using the keyboard

Character keys

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size keyboard

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys

Function keys

Windows special keys

Overlay keys

Using the AccuPoint II® pointing device

Using the TouchPad™

Control buttons

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device

Using the TOSHIBA Console button

Starting a program

Starting a program from the Start menu

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

Saving your work

Printing your work

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive