Toshiba TECRA M4 User Manual

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Tecra® M4 Series User’s Guide

If you need assistance, use one of the following:

❖ Toshiba’s Support Website

pcsupport.toshiba.com

❖ 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 “If Something Goes Wrong” on

page 217 in this guide.

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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.

Model: Tecra® M4 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 a vailable. 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 AMER ICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS (“TOSHIBA”), ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NO T WARRANT THAT OPERA TION OF THE PR ODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. YOU AGREE THA T T OSHIB A, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE T O OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS, PROFITS, PR OGRAMS, D ATA OR REMOVABLE STORA GE 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 D ATA IS ALTERED OR

LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE, FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER ST ORA GE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED, TOSHIB A SHALL NO T BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMA GE OR LOSS OF D ATA, OR ANY O THER DAMA GE RESULTING THEREFROM. WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR D ATA, PLEASE BE SURE TO C ONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED. TOSHIB A DISCLAIMS AN Y LIABILITY FOR THE F AILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DA TA 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, T OSHIB A, ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICA T IONS. IF Y OU USE THE COMPUTER PROD UCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION, YOU, AND NOT TOSHI B A, ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE.

FCC Notice “Declaration of Conformity Information”

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

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, 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

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 parallel port, monitor port, USB port, PS/2 port and microphone jack. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

,i.LINK® port

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

❖ This device may not cause harmful interference. ❖ This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Contact either:

❖ T oshiba’ s Support Website at pcsupport.toshiba.com ❖ Or call the T oshiba Global Support Centre:

Within the United States at (800) 457-7777 Outside the United States at (949) 859-4273

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. 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 fiv e (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. F or 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 limited warranty information, please contact T oshiba 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 an y 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 indi vidual. (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 ce rtain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Te chnical 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 Equiv alence 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 W ireless 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/G), as def ined

and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

❖ The Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) certif ication as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance.

The “Wi-Fi CER TIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the W i-Fi Alliance.

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

Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http://www.toshibaeurope.com/computers/tnt/bluetooth.htm in Europe or pcsupport.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

5.25 GHz frequency range.

Wireless LAN and your Health

Wireless LAN products, like other radio de vices, emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy . The le vel of ener gy emitted by W ireless LAN de vices however is far much less than the electromagnetic ener gy emitted b y 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 W ireless 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 extensiv e research literature.

In some situations or environments, the use of W ireless 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 suiv antes: (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.

T o pre vent radio interference to the licensed service, this de vice is intended to be operated indoors and away from window s 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.

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

5.25 GHz frequency range. Industry Canada 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.

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

English: Hereby , TOSHIB A Corp. Digital Media Network Company, declares

that this Radio LAN device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Finnish: Valmistaja T OSHIB A Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y

vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktii vin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Dutch: Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp . Digital Media Network Company dat

het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.

French: Par la présente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y

déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/ CE.

Par la présente, TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y déclare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999/5/CE qui lui sont applicables.

Swedish: Härmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company att

denna Radio LAN device står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relev anta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Danish: Undertegnede T OSHIB A Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y

erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige rele v ante krav i direkti v 1999/5/EF

German: Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company , dass

sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten V orschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet". (BMWi)

Hiermit erklärt TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG. (Wien)

Greek:

Italian: Con la presente TOSHIB A Corp. Digital Media Network Compan y

dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Spanish: Por medio de la presente TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network

Company declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Portuguese: TOSHIBA Corp. Digital Media Network Company declara que este

Radio LAN device está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 19 99/5/CE.

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 tele vision interference caused by

unauthorized modification of the devices included with this TOSHIB A W ireless LAN Mini PCI Card, or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIB A.

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

Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation

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.

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.

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 compan y, 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 af fect

aviation safety and interfere with legal communications. In the event interference is caused, the use of such electric machinery shall be immediately discontinued. Operation of such products can be resumed only when they are modified and can no longer cause interference.

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 ag ainst 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.

(3)

(1) (2)

2.4DSOF4

(4)

1 2.4: This equipment uses a frequency of 2.4 GHz. 2 DS: This equipment uses DS-SS modulation.

OF: This equipment uses OFDM 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 T oll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the T echnical Regulation Conformity Certif ication and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approv al, 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 T elecommunications Business Law of Japan.

The Name of the radio equipment: refer to the equipment label provided on the computer

JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICA TIONS 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. ❖ 5.17 GHz to 5.23 GHz for indoor use only.

Radio approvals for wireless devices

NOTE

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

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the Atheros AR5BMB-43/44 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

This device works on passive scan only.

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

802.11b (2.4 GHz)

Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Ireland Italy Liechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA

Europe - Restrictions for use of 2.4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

België/ Belgique:

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

France: Restricted frequency band: only channels 1 to 7 (2400 MHz and 2454

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

For private usage outside b uildings 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 bu ildings across public grounds over more than 300m. For registration and license please contact IBPT/BIPT.

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 registratie of licentie kunt u contact opnemen met BIPT .

Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à 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 auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT .

procedure to follow . Anmeldung im Outdoor-Bereich notwendig, aber nicht

genehmigungspflichtig. Bitte mit Händler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen.

MHz respectively) may be used outdoors in France. Please contact A.R.T. (http://www.art-telecom.fr) for applicable procedures to follow .

Bande de fréquence restreinte: seuls les canaux 1- 7 (2400 et 2454 MHz respectivement) doivent être utilisés endroits e xtérieur en France. Vous pouvez contacter l’Autorité de Régulation des Télécommunications (http://www.art-telecom.fr) pour la procédure à suiv re.

allowed.

E’necessaria la concessione ministeriale anche per l’uso interno. Verificare con i rivenditori la procedura da seguire.

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

procedure to follow . Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenantennes. Neem contact op

met verkoper voor juiste procedure.

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

Europe - Restrictions for use of 5 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries

European Community Countries

Austria O x x Belgium, France,

Switzerland/Lichtenstein Denmark, Finland,

Germany , Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway , Portugal, Sweden, UK

Iceland, Spain O O O

O: allowed ×: forbidden

5150-5250 MHz

Channels: 36, 40, 44,

Indoor Only

OO x

OO O

5250-5350 MHz

Channels: 52, 56, 60,

Indoor Only

5470-5725 MHz

Channels: 100, 104, 108, 112,

116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140

Indoor/Outdoor

❖ T o remain in conformance with European spectrum usage laws for Wireless

LAN operation, the above 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channel limitations apply . The user should use the wireless LAN utility to check the current channel of operation. If operation is occurring outside of the allowable frequencies as listed above, the user must cease operating the Wireless LAN at that location and consult the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network.

❖ The 5 GHz Turbo mode feature is not allowed for operation in any

European Community country.

❖ This device must not be operated in ad-hoc mode using channels in the

5 GHz bands in the European Community. Ad-hoc mode provides a direct communication between two client devices without a Wireless LAN Access Point.

❖ This device must be used with Access Points that have emplo yed and

activated a radar detection feature required for European Community operation in the 5 GHz bands. This device will operate under the control of the Access Point in order to avoid operating on a channel occupied by any radar system in the area. The presence of nearby radar operation may result in temporary interruption of operation of this device. The Access Point’ s radar detection feature will automatically restart operation on a channel free of radar. You may consult with the local technical support staff responsible for the wireless network to ensure the Access Point device(s) are properly configured for European Community operation.

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

This device works on passive scan only.

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

802.11b (2.4 GHz) 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

Approved Countries/Regions for use for the INPROCOMM IPN2220 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.

EU Canada Japan USA Australia New Zealand

Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability

Bluetooth™ Cards from TOSHIB A are de signed to be interopera ble with an y product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) radio technology, and is compliant to:

❖ Bluetooth Specification 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 pcsupport.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 pcsupport.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 pcsupport.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 le vel of ener gy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for e xample mobile phones.

Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, TOSHIBA believ es 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 extensi ve 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

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 Cana da. 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 suiv antes: (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.

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.

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 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 compan y, 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 af fect

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 T oll Free Tel: 0120-13-1100 Direct Dial: 03-3457-5916 Fax: 03-5444-9450

Device Authorization

This device obtains the T echnical Regulation Conformity Certif ication, 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: 01NYD A1305 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.

Never attempt to disassemble, adjust or repair a CD/DVD drive, CD-RW drive, Multi-drive or any other optical drive. You could damage the drive. You would also be exposed to laser light or other safety hazards, resulting in serious injury. Always contact an authorized Toshiba service provider, if any repair or adjustment is required.

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 LASER PRODUCT. To use this model properly, read the user’s guide carefully and keep it for your future reference.

This guide is copyrighted by T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this guide cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, however , with respect to the use of the information contained herein.

Export Administration Regulation

This document contains technical data that may be controlled under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, and may be subject to the approval of the U.S. Department of Commerce prior to export. Any export, directly or indirectly, in contravention of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations is prohibited.

Notice

The information contained in this manual, including but not limited to any product specifications, is subject to change without notice.

TOSHIBA CORPORATION AND TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (TOSHIBA) PROVIDES NO WARRANTY WITH REGARD TO THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY P ARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING. TOSHIBA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM ANY TECHNICAL OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR DISCREPANCIES BETWEEN THE PRODUCT AND THE MANUAL. IN NO EVENT SHALL TOSHIBA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON TORT, CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THIS MANUAL OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE USE THEREOF.

Trademarks

T ecra and Noteworthy are re gistered trademarks, FreedomW are and SmartMedia are trademarks, of T oshiba America Information Systems, Inc. and/or Toshiba Corporation.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

DirectX, Active Desktop, DirectShow, and W indo ws Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

ConfigFree is a trademark of T oshiba Corporation. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Dolby - Manufactured by T oshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories/ Dolby

and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. T ouchPad is a trademark of Synaptics, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of

their respective companies.

Computer disposal information

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 ...............................................................38

This guide ...............................................................39

Safety icons ............................................................39

Other icons used...............................................40

Other documentation ..............................................40

Service options .......................................................41

Chapter 1: Getting Started........................................................ 42

Selecting a place to work ........................................42

Creating a computer-friendly environment........42

Keeping yourself comfortable ...........................43

Precautions.......................................................43

Important information on your computer’s

cooling fan ..................................................45

Setting up your computer .......................................46

Setting up your software...................................46

Registering your computer with Toshiba ..........48

Adding external devices ....................................48

Connecting to a power source ................................49

Charging the main battery.......................................52

Contents

Using the computer for the first time......................52

Opening the display panel.................................52

Your computer’s features and specifications ....53

Turning on the power........................................54

Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device .................55

Using the TouchPad™.......................................55

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device.56

Installing a memory module ...................................57

Removing a memory module............................61

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities ..................................63

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs ...........................64

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the

recovery partition........................................65

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the

Recovery media ..........................................68

Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility.............71

Installing drivers and applications.....................72

Connecting an external USB keyboard ....................73

Connecting an external USB mouse........................73

Connecting a printer ...............................................74

Setting up a printer ...........................................75

Using your computer in tablet mode.......................76

Using external display devices ................................78

Directing the display output when you turn

on the computer .........................................78

Adjusting the quality of the external display......81

Display limitations ............................................81

Turning off the computer ........................................82

Closing the display panel ..................................83

Different ways to turn the computer on and off 83

Caring for your computer........................................84

Cleaning the computer......................................85

Contents

Moving the computer........................................85

Using a computer lock ......................................85

Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................ 87

Computing tips .......................................................87

Using the keyboard .................................................89

Character keys .................................................89

Making your keyboard emulate a full-size key-

board ..........................................................89

Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys .........................................90

Function keys....................................................90

Windows® special keys.....................................91

Overlay keys .....................................................91

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....................................................97

Using a file extension........................................97

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

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

Drive components and control buttons...........100

Inserting discs (CD or DVD) ...........................101

Playing an audio CD........................................103

Playing CDs using Auto-Run...........................104

Creating a CD..................................................105

Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD..............105

Removing a disc with the computer on...........105

Removing a disc with the computer off ..........106

Caring for CDs and DVDs................................106

Powering down the computer...............................107

Turn Off or Shut down command ...................108

Restart command ...........................................108

Hibernation command ....................................109

Contents

Standby command..........................................109

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

Using hibernation mode..................................113

Using Standby mode.......................................116

Toshiba’s online resources ...................................120

Chapter 3: Mobile Computing................................................ 121

Toshiba’s energy-saver design..............................121

Running the computer on battery power ..............122

Battery Notice .................................................122

Using additional batteries ...............................123

Charging the batteries...........................................123

Charging the main battery...............................124

Charging the RTC battery................................125

Monitoring battery power .....................................126

Determining remaining battery power.............127

What to do when the battery runs low ............127

Conserving battery power ....................................128

Setting a power usage mode...........................129

Using battery alarms.............................................130

Setting battery alarms.....................................130

Turning off the display automatically ....................131

Enabling the screen saver and monitor

power off time...........................................131

Changing the battery.............................................132

Removing the battery from the computer .......132

Inserting a charged battery .............................134

Taking care of your battery ...................................135

Maximizing battery life....................................135

Battery safety precautions...............................136

Disposing of used batteries safely ........................137

Traveling tips ........................................................139

Contents

Chapter 4: Exploring Your Computer’s Features.................. 140

Windows® XP special features..............................140

Personalizing your desktop...................................141

Customizing the taskbar .................................141

Bringing the world to your desktop.................142

Changing desktop and browsing style ............143

Personalizing individual windows ...................145

Customizing window toolbars.........................145

Displaying information about each folder .......146

Setting up for communications.............................147

Determining the COM port .............................148

Connecting the modem to a telephone line .....149

Connecting your computer to a network.........150

Using the Ethernet LAN Port ...........................151

Accessing the wireless modules using

your system tray .......................................152

Using Bluetooth ..............................................152

An overview of using the Internet .........................153

The Internet ....................................................154

The World Wide Web ......................................154

Internet Service Providers...............................154

Connecting to the Internet ..............................154

Surfing the Internet.........................................155

Internet features..............................................156

Uploading and downloading files from

the Internet ...............................................156

Exploring audio features .......................................157

Using external speakers or headphones..........157

Recording sounds...........................................158

Using a microphone........................................158

Using tablet mode.................................................159

Preparing to use the tablet..............................160

Using the Toshiba tablet pen...........................162

Contents

Returning the computer to its original

configuration.............................................164

Using the i.LINK® port ..........................................164

Using PC Cards.....................................................165

Inserting a PC Card.........................................165

Removing a PC Card.......................................166

Hot swapping PC Cards ..................................166

Using an optional SD® card ..................................167

Installing SD card drivers................................168

Inserting an SD card .......................................168

Formatting an optional SD card ......................168

Using standby or Hibernate while using

the SD card ...............................................169

Removing an optional SD card .......................169

Using Slim SelectBay® modules ...........................170

Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay .170

Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay.....171

Chapter 5: Toshiba Utilities..................................................... 172

Fn-esse .................................................................173

Starting Fn-esse..............................................173

Assigning a key to a program or document ....174

Viewing existing key assignments ..................177

Changing or removing existing key

assignments .............................................177

Hotkey Utility ........................................................177

TOSHIBA Assist ....................................................178

CONNECT........................................................180

SECURE ..........................................................180

PROTECT & FIX ..............................................181

OPTIMIZE .......................................................181

Computer Diagnostic Tool ....................................183

HDD Protection.....................................................184

Power Management ..............................................185

Contents

Power Usage Profiles......................................186

Creating a new power mode ...........................186

Customizing a power mode ............................187

Mouse Utility.........................................................187

TOSHIBA Hardware Setup.....................................188

The Toshiba Rotation Utility..................................190

Tablet and Pen Settings ........................................192

Cross Menu Utility ................................................193

Creating a New Menu......................................194

TOSHIBA Tablet Access Code Utility .....................195

TOSHIBA Zooming Utility......................................196

TOSHIBA Button Controls .....................................198

CD/DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer ...........................199

TOSHIBA Accessibility ..........................................200

Toshiba Mobile Extension .....................................201

TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility.........................202

Booting from a bootable SD card....................203

Chapter 6: Keeping Your Files Safe........................................ 205

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) ...........................205

Using passwords in the Windows®

operating system ...........................................207

User-level passwords .....................................208

Setting a user-level password.........................208

Disabling the user-level password .................209

Using the power-on (user-level) password .....209

Using the instant (user-level) password..........209

Using the HDD password................................210

Setting a hard disk drive user only

password in System Setup .......................211

Deleting or changing a hard disk drive

user only password in System Setup........212

Contents

Setting a hard disk drive master and user

password in System Setup .......................213

Changing the master and user passwords in Sys-

tem Setup .................................................215

Chapter 7: If Something Goes Wrong .................................. 217

Problems that are easy to fix ................................217

Problems when you turn on the computer............219

The Windows® operating system is not working..221

Using Startup options to fix problems ............222

Internet problems ...........................................223

The Windows® XP operating system can

help you ....................................................223

Resolving a hardware conflict...............................224

A plan of action...............................................224

Resolving hardware conflicts on your own .....225

Fixing a problem with Device Manager ...........226

Memory problems ..........................................228

Power and the batteries ..................................229

Keyboard problems.........................................231

Display problems ............................................232

Disk drive problems........................................234

DVD-ROM or multi-function drive problems...237

Sound system problems .................................238

PC Card problems...........................................238

Printer problems.............................................242

Modem problems............................................243

Wireless device problems ...............................244

DVD operating problems.......................................247

Develop good computing habits ...........................250

Data and system configuration backup

in Windows XP .........................................251

If you need further assistance...............................257

Before you contact Toshiba ............................257

Contents

Contacting Toshiba .........................................258

Other Toshiba Internet Web sites .........................259

Toshiba’s worldwide offices..................................259

Appendix A: Hot Keys ............................................. 261

Volume Mute .......................................................261

Password security ...............................................261

Without a password........................................261

With a password .............................................262

Power usage mode ..............................................262

Standby Mode.......................................................263

Hibernation mode .................................................264

Display modes .....................................................265

Display brightness ...............................................265

Wireless device enable/disable .............................266

Disabling or enabling the TouchPad ....................266

Zooming Applications In/Out ................................267

Keyboard hot keys ................................................267

Appendix B: Power Cord/Cable Connectors ............ 268

USA and Canada .............................................268

United Kingdom ..............................................268

Australia..........................................................268

Europe ............................................................268

Appendix C: Using ConfigFree™ with your

Toshiba Computer .................................................. 269

Getting Started......................................................270

Starting ConfigFree .........................................270

ConfigFree Utilities................................................272

Connectivity Doctor ........................................272

Search for Wireless Devices ...........................275

Profile Settings ...............................................281

ConfigFree SUMMIT........................................284

Quick Connect.................................................289

Contents

Using the Automatic Switch..................................293

Semi-Automatic Switch Feature............................294

Glossary...................................................................295

Acronyms .............................................................295

Terms ...................................................................297

Index ........................................................................310

Introduction

Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers! With your new Toshiba notebook computer, you r access to information can accompany you wherever you go.

You will find that your Microsoft Edition operating system is already installed on your computer. It offers exciting features and easy Internet access.

Windows® XP Tablet PC

NOTE

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, please 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.

This guide

This guide introduces the computer’s features. You can:

❖ 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.

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.

Introduction

This guide

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

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.

Introduction

Service options

Toshiba offers a full line of optional service programs to complement its limited warranty. To stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer, and for other product information, be sure to regularly check the Toshiba Web site pcsupport.toshiba.com.

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

Something Goes Wrong” on page 217.

Introduction

Service options

Chapter 1

Getting Started

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

Selecting a place to work

Your computer is portable and designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using, such as a printer. Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.

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

❖ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals

❖ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field,

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

❖ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of

temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters

❖ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity ❖ Liquids and corrosive chemicals

Keeping yourself comfortable

The Toshiba Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort contains helpful information for setting up your work environment and tips fo r working comfortably throughou t the day.

Precautions

Your computer is designed to provide optimum safety and ease of use, and to withstand the rigors of travel. You should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside or

surface of the computer.

Never allow any liquids to spill into any part of your computer, and never expose the computer to rain, water, seawater or moisture. Exposure to liquid or moisture can cause electric shock or fire, resulting in damage or serious injury. If any of these eventualities should accidentally occur, immediately:

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the power plug socket and computer.

3. Remove the battery pack.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury or permanent damage to the computer.

Do not turn on the power again until you have taken the computer to an authorized service center.

If you experience discomfort while operating the computer, stop immediately and rest. Continuous operation for long periods without adequate rest may cause pain in the arms, wrists, hands, neck or other part of the body. If pain persists despite rest, consult your doctor.

PC base can become hot! Avoid prolonged contact to prevent heat injury to skin.

Please refer to the "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort” for more information.

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

Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long period.

Never apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts. Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause your computer to malfunction.

Getting Started

Selecting a place to work

❖ Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a

drive is active. Powering off the computer while it is reading from or

writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖ Keep the computer and diskettes away from objects that

generate strong magnetic fields, such as large stereo speakers.

Information on diskettes is stored magnetically. Getting a magnet too close to a diskette can erase important files.

❖ Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receiv e via email or download from the Internet. Occasionally , e v en new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus. You need a special program to check for viruses. Ask your dealer to help you.

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Your computer may have a CPU cooling fan that cools the CPU by drawing outside air into the computer. The cooling fan may be located on the bottom of the computer.

To prevent possible overheating of the CPU, make sure the air intake on the cooling fan is not blocked. The fan draws in air by creating a vacuum. If the fan is blocked, it could cause the CPU to run at a lower performance level or cause the computer to shut down. Loose items such as notebook and tissue paper, plastic wrappers, or other similar materials can block the air intake, preventing air from reaching the CPU. Do not use the computer on surfaces with objects that can be drawn in by the cooling fan.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

NOTE

The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer.

Setting up your computer

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must complete all setup steps up to and including “Setting up your software” on page 46 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 contains a rechargeable battery that needs to be charged before you can use it.

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

on page 49.

Setting up your software

NOTE

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

The first time you turn on the computer you should not have any accessories or third-party devices attached.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

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 your name and the name of your company or

The first time you turn on your computer, a keyboard, which is used with the tablet pen, appears on your screen. Use the click and drag method to move the keyboard to another part of the screen, if desired. To drag the screen to another location, click on the keyboard's Title Bar, and then hold it while you drag it to its new location.

Wizard.

Agreement and click Next.

organization and click Next. The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an

internet connection. If an Internet connection could not be found, a window will

display the message “ An Internet connection could not be chosen. ” Click Next to continue.

NOTE

4 Enter the information about your computer. 5 Set the correct date, time, and time zone for your

If you are connecting your computer to a network, consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings.

computer and click Next. Your computer restarts automatically.

Getting Started

Setting up your computer

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send the Customer periodic updates, announcements, and special offers applicable to the product. Product registration can be completed during the initial start up process of your computer. If you opt not to register at that time, you can either double-click the icon on your desktop or go to the Toshiba Web site at register.toshiba.com. Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty.

NOTE

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

Adding external devices

NOTE

After you have used your computer for the first time, you may want to:

❖ Add more memory (see “Installing a memory module”

❖ Connect a mouse (see “Connecting an external USB

❖ Connect a full-size keyboard (see “Connecting an

❖ Connect an external monitor (see “Using external display

Before adding external devices or memory, Toshiba recommends setting up your software. See ““Setting up your

software” on page 46.

on page 57)

keyboard” on page 73)

external USB keyboard” on page 73)

devices” on page 78)

Connecting to a power source

❖ Connect a local printer (see “Connecting a printer” on

page 74)

❖ Install PC Cards (see “Using PC Cards” on page 165)

Connecting to a power source

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

AC adapter cord

AC adapter

Getting Started

Power cord/cable

Sample power cord/cable and AC adapter cord

Never pull on a power cord/cable to remove a plug from a socket. Always grasp the plug directly. Failure to follow this instruction may damage the cord/cable, and/or result in a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in serious injury.

Getting Started

Connecting to a power source

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 cord/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.

Always use the Toshiba AC adapter that was provided with your computer, or use Toshiba recommended alternate models to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer. Use of an incompatible AC adapter could cause fire or damage to the computer, possibly resulting in serious injury.

To connect AC power to the computer:

1 Connect the power cord/cable to the A C adapter.

Sample connecting the power cord/cable to the 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.

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Connecting to a power source

2 Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC-IN on the back of

the computer.

Sample connecting the AC adapter cord to the computer

3 Connect the power cord/cable to a live electrical outlet.

The AC po wer indicator glows when the computer is connected to an external power source.

The battery light:

❖ Glows amber while the battery is being charged.

❖ Glows green when the battery is fully charged. ❖ Is off (no illumination) when the computer is not

connected to an external power source. For information on determining battery power see “Monitoring battery

power” on page 126.

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

If the power cord/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.

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Charging the main battery

Your computer came with its battery already installed. Before using the battery to power the computer , you must first ch arge it.

To charge the battery, leave the computer plugged in until the battery light glows green. This indicates that the battery is completely charged and ready to power the computer.

For more information about installing or removing the battery see “Changing the battery” on page 132.

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

1 Press and hold the display release button. 2 Lift the display panel.

Sample opening 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.

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To learn how to rotate the display panel or use your co mputer in tablet mode see “Using your computer in tablet mode” on

page 76.

NOTE

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 (TFTs) 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.

NOTE

While in Primary Landscape mode you can use FN + Spacebar to change the screen resolution from 1450 x 1050 to 1024 x 768 to 800 x 600 (repeated use will recycle the resolutions). For more information see “Display modes” on page 265.

Over a period of time, and depending on the usage of the computer, the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate. This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology.

The screen may be dimmer when the computer is operated on battery power. You may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen until you plug the computer into AC power again.

Your computer’s features and specifications

Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product Series. Your selected model may not have all the features and specifications corresponding to all of the icons or switches shown on the notebook chassis unless you have selected all those features.

This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide.

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Using the computer for the first time

Below are examples of some of the many possible icons that may come with your computer:

Sample system icons

Turning on the power

The first time you turn on the computer you should not have any accessories or third-party devices attached.

To turn on the computer:

1 If you plan to use AC power rather than battery power),

make sure the AC adapter is properly connected to your computer.

2 Slide and hold the power switch until the on/off light on

the system indicator panel glows green—about one second.

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. For more information see “Powering down the computer” on

page 107.

3 The preinstalled operating system loads automatically .

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

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Using the T oshiba Dual P ointing De vice

Using the Toshiba Dual Pointing Device

Toshiba Dual Pointing Device

Dual Pointing Device primary button

TouchPad

TouchPad primary button

Sample Toshiba Dual Pointing Device buttons

Toshiba Dual 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.

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 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. To move the cursor, simply move your finger on the TouchPad in the direction you would like to move the cursor:

Dual Pointing Device secondary button

TouchPad secondary button

™

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

finger forward on the TouchPad.

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❖ 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

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

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.

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 determine it uses the right mouse button.

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device

The Dual Pointing Device 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.

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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.

Installing a memory module

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

accessories.toshiba.com.

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Before you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in standby or hibernation mode, data will be lost.

Do not install or remove a memory module while any internal or external drive power is on.

Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of today’s popular applications. You may want to increase the

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computer’s memory if you use complex software or process large amounts of data.

Additional memory comes in various capacities (to stay current on 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

accessories.toshiba.com).

Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory expansion slots on the base of the computer.

If you use the computer for a long time, the memory modules become hot. If this happens, let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them.

You need a standard Phillips No.1 screwdriver for this procedure.

To avoid damaging the computer’s screws, use a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver that is in good condition.

If the computer is on, begin at step 1; otherwise skip to step 3.

1 If the computer is on, click Start, Turn Off Computer.

The Turn off computer window appears.

2 Click Turn Off.

The operating system turns off the computer.

3 Unplug the computer.

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4 Close the display panel and remove any cables you may

have connected to the computer, including the AC adapter cord/cable.

Before you turn the computer over, make sure that the computer display is properly closed and is not in tablet mode. Setting the computer down on the display may cause damage to the screen.

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

locate the expansion memory cover to the memory slot.

Expansion memory cover

Sample base of the computer

6 Using a standard Phillips No. 1 screwdriver, unscrew the

screw that secures the memory slot cover, then remove the memory slot cover.

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Sample removing the memory slot cover screws

7 Place the screw and the cover in a safe place so that you

can retrieve them later.

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 gold connector bar (on the side you insert into the computer).

8 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic

packaging.

9 Insert the memory module in the slot and gently press it

down into place so that it is seated properly. The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the

module.

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Sample inserting the memory module

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

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10 Replace the memory slot cover. 11 Replace the screw and tighten it. 12 Turn the computer over and reconnect any cables you

removed.

Removing a memory module

If you need to remove a memory module:

1 Complete steps 1–7 in “Installing a memory module” on

page 57 to shut down the computer and expose the

memory module(s).

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Installing a memory module

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: Slide and hold the power switch for at least ten seconds, then turn the power on again.

2 Pull the clips away from the memory module.

The memory module pops partially out of the slot.

Sample removing the memory module

3 Carefully remove the module from the slot.

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4 Replace the memory slot cover and the screw. 5 Restart the computer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work.

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Your computer has been configured with a hard disk partition to allow you to recover your hard disk drive or reinstall selected applications and software features or utilities.

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Using the HDD Recovery, you can:

❖ Create Hard Drive Recovery CDs or DVDs using a

❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default. ❖ Recover just your C: drive, leaving any other partitions

❖ Recover your hard disk drive to the factory-set default

❖ Delete your hard disk drive reco very partition without the

❖ Reinstall drivers and applications which were bundled

It is strongly recommended that you create recovery CDs/ DVDs before using your system. For more information on creating Recovery media see “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs”

on page 64.

writable drive.

you may have created intact, for example, a D: drive.

without the HDD Recovery partition.

risk of losing your data.

with your computer.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs

Depending on your system configuration, you may be able to copy the Hard Drive Reco v e ry Utilities to CD or DVD which gives you the ability to recover your hard disk drive and reclaim additional hard disk space used to store the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities on your computer.

NOTE

To create recovery CDs/DVDs:

1 Double-click the Recovery Disc Creator icon on the Windo ws

2 Select CD, DVD, or All Files (to create Recovery media

The system will prompt you to insert the appropriate amount of CDs or DVDs to copy the Hard Drive Recovery Utilities. If your optical disk drive is not writable, contact TOSHIBA Customer Support to obtain the Recovery media for your system.

desktop. You can also launch the application by clicking Start, All Programs, then Hard Disk Reco very Utilities.

on both CDs and DVDs).

Sample Recovery Disc Creator screen

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

3 Select the items you want to copy by clicking the check

box next to the item’s Name – recovery f iles, applications (original bundled drivers and applications), or both the recovery files and applications.

4 Click Burn. 5 Insert the first blank CD or DVD into your computer’s

CD/DVD writable drive when prompted.

6 Follow the on-screen prompts for completing the copy

process.

For more information on using the Recovery media you have created with the preceding steps see “Hard Disk Drive

Recovery using the Recovery media” on page 68.

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition

You have the options of recovering your system using the Hard Drive Recovery partition to the factory-set default, or recovering just your C: drive and leaving other partitions (for example, a D: drive) intact, or changing the size of your C: drive and then recovering it.

To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities stored on your computer’s HDD:

1 Make sure the computer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the 0 (zero) key on your keyboard while

powering on the computer. When the computer powers on, the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen

Recovering the original factory image (recommended)

Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

1 Press 1 on the keyboard to reco ver your hard disk dri ve to its

original factory setting. A confirmation message displays reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding.

2 Click Yes to begin the recovery. Once complete, a

message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Recovering the C: partition of the HDD without changing the current partition size

Recovering the C: drive to its factory default setting reformats your drive and your information on the recovered drive will be lost. Be sure to save your work first. If you have created other partitions (for example, a D: drive) those partitions and any information on them will not be affected and will remain intact.

To recover only your C: drive:

1 Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIB A HDD Reco very

Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all information on the C: drive will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you have sa ved your work before proceeding.

2 Click Yes to begin the restoration. Once complete, a

message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

3 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

Recovering the C: partition with a user specified size

Resizing and recovering your C: drive to its factory default setting reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

To resize and recover your C: drive:

1 Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIB A HDD Reco very

Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all

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information will be lost during the reco very process. Be sure you have sav ed your work before proceeding.

2 Click Yes to begin the restoration and to specify the size

of the C: drive.

❖ Press the Left/Right Arrow keys to increase/decrease the

C: drive size by 1 GB.

❖ Press the Up/Down Arro w keys to increase/decrease the

C: drive size by 5 GB.

NOTE

3 Click Enter to begin the restoration. Once complete, a

4 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

The size of the C: drive will display on the progress bar as you make your selections.

message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media

If you need to recover your computer to its default factory state, you can re-build the system using your Hard Drive Recovery Utilities.

To recover your hard disk drive using the utilities burned to CDs or DVDs (refer to “Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs” on

page 64):

❖ Insert the first recovery CD or DVD into your CD/DVD

drive and power on the computer. When the computer powers on, the TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen displays.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Sample TOSHIBA HDD Recovery Utility screen

Recovering the original factory image (recommended)

Recovering a hard disk drive to its factory default setting deletes all partitions on the hard disk drive and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

1 Press 1 on the keyboard to reco ver your hard disk dri ve to its

original factory setting. A confirmation message displays, reminding you that all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you have saved your work before proceeding.

2 Click Yes to begin the recovery process. Once complete,

a message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

3 Press any key on the keyboard to restart the computer.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Recovering the C: partition of the HDD only

To recover only your C: drive:

1 Press 2 on the keyboard when the TOSHIB A HDD Reco very

2 Click Yes to begin the restoration. Once complete, a

message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

3 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

Recovering the entire HDD without the HDD Recovery Area

This option recovers your C: drive wit hout creating the HDD Recovery Utilities partition. This will increase the size of your C: drive.

Recovering your C: drive to its factory default state without the recovery partition reformats all partitions on the HDD (for example, if you created a D: drive, it will be deleted during the recovery process) and your information will be lost. Be sure to save your work first.

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Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

To recover your C: drive without the recovery partition:

1 Press 3 on the keyboard when the TOSHIB A HDD Reco very

Utility screen displays. A confirmation message appears, reminding you that all partitions will be reformatted and all data will be lost during the recovery process. Be sure you ha ve saved your work before proceeding.

2 Click Yes to begin the restoration. Once complete, a

message displays that the HDD has been recovered.

3 Press any key on your keyboard to restart the computer.

Checking the HDD operating status

After restoring your hard disk drive, you can check its status as follows:

1 Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click the Administrative Tools icon.

3 Double-click the Computer Management icon. 4 Click Disk Management. 5 Highlight the hard disk drive in the Volume list to display

its status in the lower portion of the screen.

Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility

You can delete the HDD recovery partition without losing your data.

1 Click Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Reco very Utilities,

then Delete Hard Disk Recovery P artition. The Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility warning screen displays.

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Sample Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility screen

2 Click OK to continue. 3 When the following warning screen displays, click Yes to

confirm.

Sample Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility confirmation screen

After the Delete Hard Disk Recovery Utility has completed, it assigns the appropriate drive letter (for e xample, E: dri v e) for the extra space and formats the drive.

Installing drivers and applications

The TOSHIBA Application Installer allows you to reinstall the drivers and applications that were originally b undled with your computer.

To reinstall drivers and applications:

1 Double-click the T oshiba Application Installer icon on the

Windo ws desktop. You can also launch the application by

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Connecting an external USB keyboard

clicking Start, All Programs, Hard Disk Recovery Utilities, and then T oshiba A pplication Installer .

2 Click Next. 3 Click the item(s) you want to install. 4 Click Install. 5 Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation

process.

Connecting an external USB keyboard

You can attach an external standard keyboard to a USB port on your computer, provided the keyboard is USB-compatible.

Connecting an external USB mouse

You may want to use a mouse instead of the TouchPad, the computer’s built-in pointing device. You can attach an external mouse to one of the computer’s USB ports, pro vided the mouse is USB-compatible.

To connect the mouse, or any other USB device to your computer, plug its cable into one of the USB ports. You can connect it while the computer is on.

Sample connecting a USB mouse

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Connecting a printer

The operating system automatically detects the mouse. The mouse and TouchPad can be used at the same time.

Connecting a printer

NOTE

If the printer has a USB interface you can connect it directly to the computer.

You also need a USB cable, which may come with your printer. You can purchase one from a computer or electronics store.

1 Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the USB port. 2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the 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.

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

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

3 Connect the printer’s power cord/cable to a power outlet

and turn on the printer.

Setting up a printer

If you have a printer , follo w these steps to set it up for the f irst time. You only need to set up the printer once.

1 Click Start, Printers and Faxes.

The Printers and Faxes window appears.

2 Click Add a Printer.

The Add Printer Wizard appears.

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Sample Add Printer Wizard

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your printer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Some printers require a specific installation process. Refer to your printer installation guide for instructions.

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Using your computer in tablet mode

One of your computer’s features is a convertible display that allows you to use the screen much as you would a writing tablet.

Sample rotating the screen

To use your system in tablet mode, open your computer, carefully rotate the screen clockwise 180 degrees, and fold the screen down on top of the keyboard.

If you start to turn the display and it does not rotate easily, stop and verify that you are rotating the display in the correct direction.

When rotating the LCD screen of your computer, be sure to slowly turn the screen in the proper direction. Do not apply excessive force or speed.

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Sample using the computer in tablet mode

To remove the tablet pen press once on the end of the pen to extend it and then pull it out from the right side of the computer.

For more detailed information on using the computer in tablet mode see “Using tablet mode” on page 159.

NOTE

Your computer came with applications already installed that are specifically designed to work with the tablet feature of the system. For more information on those applications see the documentation provided with them.

Included with your computer is the Cross Menu application which allows you to make Hot Key assignments, access other Toshiba utilities, and create your own custom menus. For details on using the Cross Menu, refer to “Cross Menu Utility”

on page 193.

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Using external display devices

Your computer comes with a built-in LCD display, but you can easily attach an external monitor to your computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:

1 Connect the monitor’s video cable to the RGB (monitor)

port on the back of the computer.

2 Connect the monitor’s power cord/cable to a live

electrical outlet.

3 Turn on the external monitor. 4 Set the display mode by pressing

Fn + F5.

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Once you have connected an e xternal display d e vice, you can choose to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously.

Using the Display Hot key

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.

setting you want takes effect. This hot key cycles through the settings in the following

order:

❖ Built-in display panel only ❖ Built-in display panel and external monitor

simultaneously

Fn + F5):

Fn, press F5 repeatedly until the

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❖ External monitor only ❖ TV/LCD

❖ TV

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3 Release the

TECHNICAL NOTE: Set the option for the video controller by clicking Start, then Control Panel and clicking Display. Choose the Settings tab, click the Advanced button, select Display Device, select the applicable Monitor type, click Apply or OK.

Using the display system buttons

There are three display system buttons located below the computer’s screen, to the right of the power switch. This section describes how to use these buttons.

Cross-Functional button

Windows Security button

ESC/Display Rotation button

Fn key.

Sample location of the display system buttons

❖ Windows Security button

T o acti v ate the Task Manager, press and hold the Windows Security button for one second.

❖ ESC/Display Rotation button

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Use this button to change the display orientation to match the way the computer is being used. For example, if you are using the computer in landscape mode and you rotate it 90 degrees to be in tablet mode, you can then rotate the display orientation to match the new computer orientation, which is now portrait.

T o do so, slightly tilt the computer and press and hold the ESC/Display Rotation button for 3 seconds.

NOTE

❖ Cross-Functional button

The computer must be tilted to change the display’s orientation. If the computer is held flat, the display’s orientation will not change when you press the ESC/Display Rotation button.

T o acti v ate the Escape ke y, press the ESC/Display Rotation button for one second.

The Cross-Functional button is similar to a joystick. T o acti v ate the Cross-Functional menu, press and hold the

Cross-Functional button for 3 seconds. T o scroll between menu options on the Cross-Functional

menu, press the Cross-Functional button in the appropriate direction.

T o select the highlighted menu option, press the CrossFunctional button.

For more information see Using the Cross Menu Utility.

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Using the Cross Menu Utility

The Cross Menu Utility allows you to make Hot Key assignments to launch applications, access Toshiba utilities, or create your own custom menus. It is used in conjunction with the Cross-Functional button.

For information about this utility see “Cross Menu Utility” on

page 193.

Adjusting the quality of the external display

To obtain the best picture quality from your external display device, you may need to adjust the video settings. See the documentation supplied with the device for additional configuration steps.

TECHNICAL NOTE: In order to use the simultaneous mode 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.

If you have your internal display set to horizontal landscape and then rotate the internal display to a portrait style, images will not display properly on an external display or other external device (for example, a projector) unless you change the internal device’s setting to primary landscape.

When the display is rotated, the display orientation on the external display will also rotate.

Display 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

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part of the desktop will appear on the screen. You can view the “lost” area by scrolling to it.

❖ 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.

TECHNICAL NOTE: You can also use the Cross-Functional button/Cross Menu utility to toggle between display resolutions. Press and hold the Cross-Functional button for 3 seconds and then move over to the display icon. Press the Cross-Functional button to make your selection.

You cannot rotate the display to any of the portrait modes if the resolution is set to 800 x 600. You can change from primary landscape to secondary landscape mode or vice versa using the Cross Menu program.

Turning off the computer

It is a good idea to power off your computer when you will not be using it for a while.

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 battery. When the battery light glows green, the battery is fully charged.

Guidelines for powering off the computer:

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

to a network, use the Hibernate command to save your system settings to the hard disk so that when you turn on the computer again you will automatically return to where you left off.

❖ To leave the computer off for a longer period, power

down the computer . The W indows

XP T ablet PC Edition

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Turning of f the computer

operating system uses the Shut down command to power down the computer if you are connected to a Windows network server (domain server) or the T u rn Off command if you are not connected.

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. For more information see “Powering down the computer” on

page 107.

Closing the display panel

When you are finished using the computer, power off and close the display panel to keep dust and dirt out of the computer.

If you close the display panel while the computer is still on, one of these actions will occur:

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

beep to notify you that it is still on. See “Setting battery

alarms” on page 130.

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

perform that action (Nothing, Stand By, Hibernate). For more information see “Power Management” on page 185.

Different ways to turn the computer on and off

Sliding the power switch is not the only way to turn the computer on and off.

Alternatives include:

❖ Using Hot Key combinations ❖ Opening and closing the display panel ❖ Pressing the Windows Security button on the front of the

display (the button on the far right)

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Caring for your computer

For more information see “Using hibernation mode” on

page 113 and “Using Standby mode” on page 116.

Caring for your computer

T o char ge the main battery, plug the computer into a live wall outlet. It takes several hours to charge the battery with the computer off. It takes much longer to charge the battery while the computer is on. For more information on battery use see

“Running the computer on battery power” on page 122.

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. Continuing to charge a fully charged battery can damage the battery.

TECHNICAL NOTE: When your computer is using all of the power provided by the AC Adapter to run applications, features, and devices, the recharging of the battery cannot occur. Your computer's Power Saver utility can be used to select a power level setting that reduces the power required for system operation and will allow the battery to recharge.

NOTE

Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications, power management settings, and features used.

Cleaning the computer

Keep liquid, including cleaning fluid, out of the computer’s keyboard, speaker grille, and other openings. Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer. Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer.

To keep your computer clean, gently wipe the display panel and exterior case with a lightly dampened cloth. Ask your network administrator for suggestions for appropriate cleaning products.

Moving the computer

Before moving your computer, even across the room, make sure all disk activity has ended (the drive-in-use light stops glowing) and all external peripheral cables are disconnected.

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Caring for your computer

Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or by the back (where the ports are located). Doing so could damage the computer.

Using a computer lock

You may want to secure your computer to a heavy object such as your desk. The easiest way to do this is to purchase an optional PORT-Noteworthy information on purchasing a cable lock, visit

accessories.toshiba.com.

Sample PORT-Noteworthy computer lock cable

computer lock cable. For more

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Caring for your computer

To secure the computer:

1 Wrap the cable through or around some part of a heavy

object. Make sure there is no way for a potential thief to slip the

cable off the object.

2 Pass the locking end through the loop. 3 Insert the cable’s locking end into the security lock slot

on the left side of your computer, then engage the locking device.

Sample locking the computer

The computer is now securely locked.

Chapter 2

Learning the Basics

This chapter lists computing tips and provides important information about the system’s basic features.

Computing tips

❖ Save your work frequently.

Your work temporarily stays in the computer’s memory until you save it to the hard disk. You will lose all unsaved work if, for example, a system error occurs and you must restart your computer, or your battery runs out of charge while you are working. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Setting battery alarms” on page 130 .

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

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Computing tips

❖ Back up your files to discs (or other removable storage

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

If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may 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. Consult your operating system documentation for more information on these and other utilities.

❖ 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 of f 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 107 to learn

more about standby.

The operating system records information, such as your desktop setup, during its shut down procedure. If you do not let the operating system shut down normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

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Using the keyboard

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

Sample keyboard

Character keys

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

❖ The spacebar creates a space character instead of just

passing over an area of the page.

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

interchangeable.

❖ The uppercase letter O and the numeral 0 are not

interchangeable.

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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

Fn key simultaneously in combination with one

Enter, Ctrl, and Alt keys,

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of the specially marked keys on your computer’s built-in keyboard allows you to emulate a full-size keyboard.

NOTE

The emulation Fn key and the Wake up on Keyboard while in standby mode are only functional when using the internal keyboard; they are not supported when using a USB keyboard.

Your computer’s keyboard has only one 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. See your program documentation for more information.

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

Enter and one Ctrl key.

Ctrl

Fn key you can simulate

Alt

Function keys

The function keys (not to be confused with the Fn ke y) 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 173, or “Hot Keys” on page 261.

Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute

Hot keys

When used in combination with the Fn key, function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specif ic to your computer. F or more information see “Hot K eys” on page 261.

Windows® special keys

Sample Windows® special keys

Your computer’s keyboard has two keys, located at the topright of the keyboard, that have special functions in the operating system:

Start key Application key

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Using the keyboard

❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu ❖ Application key—Has the same function as the

secondary mouse (or TouchPad) button

Overlay keys

The keys with 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.

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Sample numeric and cursor control overlay

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

Fn and F11

simultaneously. The numeric mode light glows when the numeric overlay is on.

Once the numeric overlay is turned on:

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T ype lowercase letters Press and hold down

type the letters.

T ype uppercase letters Press

Use the cursor control keys Press and hold down

Fn and Shift simultaneously

while you type the letters.

use the overlay keys, then release to return to the numeric overlay.

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To turn off the numeric overlay, hold down the Fn key and

F11 again. The numeric mode light on the keyboard

press indicator panel goes out.

Using the cursor control overlay

To turn on the cursor control overlay, press Fn and F10 simultaneously . The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on.

Once the cursor control overlay is on:

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Type lowercase letters

Type uppercase letters

Use the numeric keys

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

F10 again. The cursor control mode light on the

Starting a program

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

If you prefer to open the program first, you have the following options:

❖ Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop.

Press and hold down type the letters.

Fn and Shift simultaneously

Press while you type the letters.

Press and hold down use the overlay keys, then release

Shift to return to the cursor control

overlay.

Fn while you

Shift while you

Fn key

Explorer.

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Starting a program

❖ Use the Start menu. ❖ Use Windo w s ❖ Use the Run dialog box.

The next three sections explain how to start a program from the Start menu, Explorer, and the Run dialog box.

Explorer to locate the program file.

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 Windo ws Programs menu, which lists programs and program groups. If your program is listed go to step 3, otherwise, continue with step 2.

WordPad program as an example:

XP operating system displays the All

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

The Accessories menu displays.

3 Click the program, in this example, WordPad.

W ordPa d opens.

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

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

If a program is not listed in the Programs menu, you can start it from Windows view of 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).

Explorer. Windows® Explorer gives you a

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Starting a progr am

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. 4 In the left pane of the window, click My Computer to

expand the window.

5 In the left pane of the window, click Local Disk (C:). 6 In the left pane of the window, click the folder containing

the program, in this case Program Files. Windo ws

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

7 In the left pane of the window, click Windows NT.

Explorer shows the contents of the Program File s

8 In the left pane of the window, click Accessories.

Windo ws folder on the right side of the window .

9 In the right part of the window, double-click WordPad.

W ordPa d opens.

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

Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories

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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Starting a program

Sample Run dialog box

2 In the Run dialog box:

❖ For a program in the Windo ws

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

❖ If you do not know the program’ s location, you can

search for it by clicking Start, and then Search. When the Search screen displays, follow the displayed instructions.

NT folder, type just the

3 Type WordPad in the Open text box and press

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.

Enter.

Saving your work

Before you turn off the computer, save your work to the hard disk drive or a diskette.

Always save your data even when you are using the Stand By command. If your battery fully discharges, your information will be lost. Your computer can be configured to warn you when the battery is running low. See “Using battery alarms” on

page 130.

Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals, such as e very 15 minutes. Check your programs’ documentation to see whether they have an automatic save feature.

To save:

❖ A file you are updating, open the program’s File menu

and click Save.

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Saving your work

❖ A new file, choose Save As from the File menu, type a

name for the file, and click OK.

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.

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 your own extension is usually unwise, since the program is

Word saves files

Word file. Creating

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Printing your work

unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly.

TECHNICAL NOTE: By default, the Windows® XP operating system does not show file extensions. For information on showing or hiding the extensions see your Windows online help.

Printing your work

Verify that the Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system is set up for your printer as described in “Setting up a

printer” on page 75.

TECHNICAL NOTE: 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 operating system to run with the additional printer(s).

To print a file:

1 If your printer is not on, turn it on. 2 In the File menu of your program, click Print.

The program displays a Print dialog box.

3 Click OK to print.

Learning the Basics

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 the prior reasons, your computer may come with a DVDROM drive or multi-function drive.

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 the last region. Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes.

NOTE

You use CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs to load and run software, and to access reference material such as catalogs, as well as listen to music. A special feature allows you to play audio CDs even when the computer is turned off.

For optimum CD and DVD performance, it is recommended that you play CDs and DVDs while running the computer on AC power.

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Using the DVD-R OM or multi-f unction drive

Drive components and control buttons

The DVD-R OM or multi-function dri ve is located on the right side of the computer.

Your DVD-ROM or multi-function drive may look like this:

Eject button Manual eject hole

Sample DVD-ROM or multi-function drive shown

Drive in-use indicator light—Indicates when the drive is in use.

Eject button—Press to release the disc tray.

Never 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.

Manual eject hole—Use if you need to release the disc tray when the power is off. Use a straightened paper clip or other narrow object to press the manual eject button located inside the hole.

Never use a pencil to press the manual eject button. Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it. Instead, use a slim object such as a straightened paper clip.

Toshiba TECRA M4 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Tecra® M4 Series User’s Guide

Contents

Introduction

This guide

Safety icons

Other documentation

Other icons used

Service options

Selecting a place to work

Creating a computer-friendly environment

Keeping yourself comfortable

Precautions

Important information on your computer’s cooling fan

Setting up your computer

Setting up your software

Registering your computer with Toshiba

Adding external devices

Connecting to a power source

Charging the main battery

Using the computer for the first time

Opening the display panel

Your computer’s features and specifications

Turning on the power

Using the T oshiba Dual P ointing De vice

Disabling or enabling the Dual Pointing Device

Installing a memory module

Removing a memory module

Hard Drive Recovery Utilities

Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the recovery partition

Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media

Deleting the Hard Disk Recovery Utility

Installing drivers and applications

Connecting an external USB keyboard

Connecting an external USB mouse

Connecting a printer

Setting up a printer

Using your computer in tablet mode

Using external display devices

Directing the display output when you turn on the computer

Adjusting the quality of the external display

Display limitations

Turning of f the computer

Closing the display panel

Different ways to turn the computer on and off

Caring for your computer

Cleaning the computer

Moving the computer

Using a computer lock

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

Starting a progr am

Starting a program from the Start menu

Starting a program from Windows® Explorer

Starting a program from the Run dialog box

Saving your work

Using a file extension

Printing your work

Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive

Drive components and control buttons