Toshiba U200 User Manual
User’s Manual
U200
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to the use of the information contained herein.
U200 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
First edition April 2006
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Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the U200 Portable
Personal Computer at the time of this manual’s production. However,
succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly
from errors, omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the
manual.Graphics processor performance may vary considerably from
specifications due to design configuration
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Trademarks
IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International
Business Machines Corporation.
Intel, Intel SpeedStep, Intel Core, Celeron and Centrino are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Sonic RecordNow! is a registered trademark of Sonic Solutions.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA
under license.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
InterVideo and WinDVD are registered trademarks of InterVideo Inc.
WinDVD Creator is a trademark of InterVideo Inc.
TruSurround XT, WOW HD, Circle Surround Xtract, SRS and symbol
are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruBass, SRS 3D, Definition and FOCUS technologies are incorporated
under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related
European Directives, notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
89/336/EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the
supplied power adapter, the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment Directive 99/5/EC in case of implemented
telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
for the supplied power adapter.
CE Marking is the responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH,
Hammfelddamm 8, 41460 Neuss, Germany, phone +49-(0)-2131-158-01.
For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the
following website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com
This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the
related EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and safety standards.
However, TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these
EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured / distributed by
TOSHIBA are connected or implemented. To avoid EMC problems in
general, the following advice should be observed:
■ Only CE marked accessories should be connected / implemented.
■ Only best shielded cables should be connected.
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Working environment
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
requirements for “residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
The following environments are not approved:
■ Industrial Environments (e.g. enivronments with a mains
voltage 380V)
In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted:
■ Medical Environments: This product is not certified as a medical
product according to the Medical Product Directive 93/42/EEC, but
can be used in office areas where the use is not restricted. Please
disable the wireless LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as
long this feature is not official supported by the operator of the
related medical facility.
■ Vehicle Environments: Please read the operator’s manual of the
vehicle manufacturer for further restrictions of use.
■ Aircraft Environments: Please follow the advices of the flight
personnel regarding restrictions of use.
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working
environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the
responsibility of TOSHIBA Corporation. The consequences of the use of
this product in those working environments may be:
■ Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby
surrounding area
■ Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding
area
Furthermore, for general safety reaons, the use of this product in
environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
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Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Commission Decision “CTR21”] for
pan-European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network (PSTN).
However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in
different countries/regions the approval does not, of itself, give an
unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network
termination point.
In the event of problems, you should contact your equipment supplier in the
first instance.
Network Compatibility Statement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
Germany ATAAB AN005,AN006,AN007,AN009,AN010
Greece ATAAB AN005,AN006 and GR01,02,03,04
Portugal ATAAB AN001,005,006,007,011 and
Spain ATAAB AN005,007,012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other countries/regions ATAAB AN003,004
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.
and DE03,04,05,08,09,12,14,17
P03,04,08,10
Following information is only for EU-member states:
The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
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Optical disc drive safety instructions
Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
Panasonic Communications
DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA765
■ The DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive UJDA765 employs a laser system.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this instruction
manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit ever
require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other
than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
■ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
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DVD Super Multi with Double Layer Recording UJ-842
■ The DVD Super Multi drive with Double Layer Recording model
employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please
read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference.
Should the unit ever require maintenance, contact an authorized
service location.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other
than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
■ To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
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International precautions
CAUTION: This appliance contains a
laser system and is classified as a
“CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” To use
this model properly, read the instruction
manual carefully and keep this manual
for your future reference. In case of any
trouble with this model, please contact
your nearest “AUTHORIZED service
station.” To prevent direct exposure to the
laser beam, do not try to open the
enclosure.
VORSICHT: Dieses Gerät enthält ein
Laser-System und ist als
“LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT”
klassifiziert. Für den richtigen Gebrauch
dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die
Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig durch
und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz
auf. Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell
auftreten, benachrichtigen Sie bitte die
nächste “autorisierte Service-Vertretung”.
Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem
Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Gerät
nicht geöffnet werden.
ADVARSEL: Denne mærking er anbragt
udvendigt på apparatet og indikerer, at
apparatet arbejder med laserstråler af
klasse 1, hviket betyder, at der anvendes
laserstrlier af svageste klasse, og at man
ikke på apparatets yderside kan bilve
udsat for utilladellg kraftig stråling.
APPARATET BOR KUN ÅBNES AF
FAGFOLK MED SÆRLIGT KENDSKAB
TIL APPARATER MED
LASERSTRÅLER!
Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her
gengivne advarselsmækning, som
advarer imod at foretage sådanne
indgreb i apparatet, at man kan komme til
at udsatte sig for laserstråling.
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OBS! Apparaten innehåller
laserkomponent som avger laserstråining
överstigande gränsen för laserklass 1.
VAROITUS. Suojakoteloa si saa avata.
Laite sisältää laserdiodin, joka lähetää
näkymätöntä silmilie vaarallista
lasersäteilyä.
CAUTION: USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
VORSICHT: DIE VERWENDUNG VON
ANDEREN STEUERUNGEN ODER
EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS
DURCHFÜHREN VON ANDEREN
VORGÄNGEN ALS IN DER
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
BESCHRIEBEN KÖNNEN
GEFÄHRLICHE
STRAHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR
FOLGE HABEN.
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Table of Contents
Preface
General Precautions
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Back side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
System indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Keyboard indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
USB floppy disk drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Optical disc drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Chapter 3 Getting Started
Setting up your work space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting the AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Starting up for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Turning off the power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Restoring the preinstalled software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
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Chapter 4 Operating Basics
Using the Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Using the Fingerprint Sensor (provided with some models) . . . . . . .4-2
Front operation buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-8
Using the USB floppy disk drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10
Using optical disc drives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11
Writing CDs on DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-15
Writing CD/DVDs on DVD Super Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-17
Media care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-27
Sound system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-28
Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-29
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-33
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-36
Cleaning the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38
Moving the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-38
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection
(preinstalled with some models) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-39
Heat dispersal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-42
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Function keys: F1 … F12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-2
Hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Windows special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
Chapter 6 Power and Power-Up Modes
Power conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Power indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2
Battery types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-3
Care and use of the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-5
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-12
TOSHIBA Password Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-13
Power-up modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
Panel power on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-16
Chapter 7 HW Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
HW Setup window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Configuring the Execute-Disable Bit Capability and TPM
(optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
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Chapter 8 Optional Devices
PC card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Bridge media slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Universal AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
USB floppy disk drive (USB FDD Kit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
External monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-17
Bluetooth USB Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-18
Wireless Optical Mouse with Bluetooth Technology . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Wireless Stereo Headset with Bluetooth Technology. . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-19
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-21
Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller and Modes
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Card Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Radio Characteristics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Supported Frequency Sub-bands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2
Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Certification agencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1
Appendix E If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the U200 computer. This powerful
notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability, including
multimedia devices, and it is designed to provide years of reliable,
high-performance computing.
This manual tells how to set up and begin using your U200 computer. It
also provides detailed information on configuring your computer, basic
operations and care, using optional devices and troubleshooting.
If you are a new user of computers or if you’re new to portable computing,
first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize
yourself with the computer’s features, components and accessory devices.
Then read Getting Started for step-by-step instructions on setting up your
computer.
If you are an experienced computer user, please continue reading the
preface to learn how this manual is organized, then become acquainted
with this manual by browsing through its pages. Be sure to look over the
Special features section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computer and carefully read HW Setup.
If you are going to install PC cards or connect external devices such as a
monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Manual contents
This manual is made up of the following.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer’s features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, describes the basic operations of your
computer and precautions when using it, as well as the handling of
CDs/DVDs.
Chapter 5, The Keyboard, describes special keyboard functions including
the keypad overlay and hot keys.
Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes, gives details on the computer’s
power resources and battery save modes and how to set a password.
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Chapter 7, HW Setup, explains how to configure the computer using the
HW Setup program and TPM (optional).
Chapter 8, Optional Devices, describes the optional hardware available.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting, provides helpful information on how to perform
some diagnostic tests, and suggests courses of action if the computer
doesn’t seem to be working properly.
Chapter 10, Legal Footnotes, provides Legal Footnote information related
to your computer.
The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer.
The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of
acronyms used in the text.
The Index quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual.
Conventions
This manual uses the following formats to describe, identify, and highlight
terms and operating procedures.
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parentheses following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.
Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same
time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the
same time press the third.
ABC
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When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
type face you see to the left.
Display
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S ABC
Names of windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appear on its display screen
are presented in the type face you see to the left.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
Pay attention! A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or
failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your
equipment.
Please read. A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of
your equipment.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which could result in death or
serious injury, if you do not follow instructions.
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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort. It contains
information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists than
can be caused by extensive keyboard use. Chapter 3, Getting Started, also
includes information on work space design, posture and lighting that can
help reduce physical stress.
Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time (if you rest the computer on
your lap, or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, for example) your
skin might suffer low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the I/O ports. It can become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use. This
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat. The
material could be damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact.
Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to computer components
or otherwise cause malfunctions.
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General Precautions
PC card overheating
Some PC cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC
card can result in errors or instability in the PC card operation. Also be
careful when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time.
Mobile phone
Use of mobile phone can interfere with the audio system. Computer
operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be
maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use.
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Introduction
This chapter provides an equipment checklist, and it identifies the
computer’s features, options and accessories.
Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if
you use an operating system that was not preinstalled by TOSHIBA.
Equipment checklist
Carefully unpack your computer. Save the box and packing materials for
future use.
Hardware
Check to make sure you have all the following items:
■ U200 Portable Personal Computer
■ AC adaptor and power cord (2-pin plug or 3-pin plug)
■ USB floppy disk drive (Option or provided with some models)
■ Battery pack (Installed or separate from the computer)
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Introduction
Software
Microsoft® Windows XP Professional
■ The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft® Windows XP Professional
®
■ Microsoft
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
■ DVD Video Player
■ InterVideo WinDVD Creator
■ Fingerprint Utility (provided with some models)
■ RecordNow! Basic for TOSHIBA (preinstalled with some models)
■ DLA for TOSHIBA (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA Controls
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Mic Effect
■ TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format
■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices
■ TOSHIBA Password Utility
■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Bluetooth Stack for Windows
(preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility
■ TOSHIBA Wireless Key Logon
(Is preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Security Assist
■ Online manual
■ Product Recovery Media
Internet Explorer
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Microsoft® Windows XP Home Edition
■ The following software is preinstalled:
®
■ Microsoft
■ Microsoft
■ TOSHIBA Utilities
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Boot Utility
■ DVD Video Player
■ InterVideo WinDVD Creator
■ Fingerprint Utility (provided with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Direct Disc Writer (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Power Saver
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA Controls
■ TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool
■ TOSHIBA Virtual Sound
■ TOSHIBA TouchPad On/Off Utility
■ TOSHIBA Zooming Utility
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format
■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer
■ TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility for Display Devices
■ TOSHIBA Password Utility
■ Bluetooth Stack for Windows (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA HDD Protection (preinstalled with some models)
■ TOSHIBA Display Device Change Utility
■ TOSHIBA Touch and Launch
■ Online manual
■ Product Recovery Media
Windows XP Home Edition
®
Internet Explorer
Introduction
Documentation
■ U200 Portable Personal Computer User’s Manual
■ U200 Portable Personal Computer Quickstart
■ Instruction Manual for Safety & Comfort
■ Warranty Information
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
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Introduction
Features
The computer uses TOSHIBA’s advanced Large Scale Integration (LSI),
Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) technology
extensively to provide compact size, minimum weight, low power usage,
and high reliability. This computer incorporates the following features and
benefits:
Processor
Built-in The computer is equipped with one of the
following Intel
®
processors.
■ Intel® Core™ Duo processor, which
incorporates a 2MB level 2 cache memory.
It also supports Enhanced Intel
®
SpeedStep®
technology.
®
■ Intel
Core™ Solo processor, which
incorporates a 2MB level 2 cache memory.
It also supports Enhanced Intel® SpeedStep®
technology.
■ Intel® Celeron® M Processor, which
incorporates a 1MB level2 cache memory.
Some models in this series carry Intel®Centrino® Duo Mobile Technology,
which is based on three separate technologies of Intel
processor, Intel
®
PRO/Wireless Network Connection, and Mobile Intel®
®
Core™ Duo
945 Express Chipset Family.
Some models in this series carry Intel
which is based on three separate technologies of Intel
processor, Intel
®
PRO/Wireless Network Connection, and Mobile Intel®
®
Centrino® Mobile Technology,
®
Core™ Solo
945 Express Chipset Family.
Legal Footnote (CPU)*1
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding CPU, please refer to
the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10. Click the *1.
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Memory
Introduction
Slots 256, 512, 1,024 or 2,048 MB memory modules
can be installed in the two memory slots for a
maximum of 4,096 MB (Intel® 945GM model) or a
maximum of 2,048 MB (Intel
system memory.
®
940GML model)
Legal Footnote (Memory (Main System))*2
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Memory (Main
System), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10. Click
the *2.
Video RAM 128 MB of RAM is provided for video display.
Power
Battery pack The computer is powered by one rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
Legal Footnote (Battery Life)*3
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Battery Life, please
refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10. Click the *3.
RTC battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock (RTC) and calendar.
AC adaptor The AC adaptor provides power to the system
and recharges the batteries when they are low. It
comes with a detachable power cord which will
either have a 2-pin or 3-pin plug enclosure.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the
output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. Refer to the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
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Introduction
Disks
Hard disk drive Available in five sizes.
■ 40.0 billion bytes (37.26 GB)
■ 60.0 billion bytes (55.89 GB)
■ 80.0 billion bytes (74.53 GB)
■ 100.0 billion bytes (93.16 GB)
■ 120.0 billion bytes (111.79 GB)
Part of the space on the hard disk drive is
reserved as administration space.
Legal Footnote (Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Capacity)*4
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Hard Disk Drive
(HDD) Capacity, please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.
Click the *4.
USB floppy disk
drive
Optical disc drive
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
drive
Accommodates either 3 1/2" 1.44-megabyte or
720-kilobyte floppy disks. It connects to a USB
port. Option or provided with some models.
Some models are equipped with a full-size,
DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW drive module that lets you
run CD/DVDs without using an adaptor. It reads
DVD-ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs
at maximum 24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to
24 speed and CD-RW at 24 speed. The drive
supports the following formats;
■ CD-R
■ CD-RW
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD™ (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROM XA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ Addressing Method 2
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DVD Super Multi
drive Double Layer
2.6GB and 5.2GB DVD-RAM discs cannot be read from or written to.
Some models are equipped with a full-size DVD
Super Multi drive module that lets you record
data to rewritable CD/DVDs as well as run either
12cm (4.72") or 8cm (3.15") CD/DVDs without
using an adaptor. It reads DVD-ROMs at
maximum 8 speed and CD-ROMs at maximum
24 speed. It writes CD-R at up to 24 speed,
CD-RW at up to 16 speed, DVD-R and DVD+R at
up to 8 speed, DVD-RW and DVD+RW at up to
4 speed, DVD-R DL at up to 2 speed, DVD+R DL
at up to 2.4 speed, DVD-RAM at maximum
3 speed. This drive supports the following
formats in addition to DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW
drive.
■ DVD-R
■ DVD-R DL
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R
■ DVD+R DL
■ DVD+RW
■ DVD-RAM
Display
The computer’s LCD display panel supports high-resolution video graphics.
The LCD screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum
comfort and readability.
Built-in 12.1" TFT LCD screen, 16 million colors, with a
resolution of 1280 horizontal × 800 vertical pixels
WXGA.
Legal Footnote (LCD)*5
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding LCD, please refer to
the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10. Click the *5.
Graphics controller The graphics controller maximizes display
performance. Refer to Appendix B, Display
Controller and Modes section, for more
information.
Legal Footnote (Graphics Processor Unit (“GPU”))*6
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Graphics Processor
Unit (“GPU”), please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10.
Click the *6.
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Introduction
Keyboard
Built-in
84 keys or 85 keys, compatible with IBM®
enhanced keyboard, embedded numeric overlay,
dedicated cursor control, and keys.
Refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for details.
Pointing Device
Built-in Touch Pad A Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest
enable control of the on-screen pointer and
scrolling of windows.
Ports
External monitor Analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B
compatible functions.
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
i.LINK™ (IEEE1394) This port enables high-speed data transfer
The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that
comply with the USB 2.0 standard.
directly from external devices such as digital
video cameras.
Slots
PC card The PC card slot accommodates a Type II card.
Bridge media This slot lets you insert SD (SDIO) card, Memory
Stick (Pro), xD picture card and MultiMediaCard.
Refer to Chapter 8, Optional Devices.
Multimedia
Sound system A Windows compatible sound system provides
Headphone jack A 3.5 mm mini headphone jack enables
Microphone jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables
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internal speakers and a microphone as well as
supports jacks for an external microphone and
headphones.
connection of stereo headphones.
connection of a three-conductor mini jack for
monaural microphone input.
Communications
Introduction
Modem An internal modem provides capability for data
and fax communication supporting the V.90
(V.92) standards. The speed of data transfer and
fax depends on analog telephone line conditions.
It has a modem jack for connecting to a
telephone line. Both the V.90 and V.92 standards
are supported only in the USA, Canada, UK,
France, Germany and Australia. Only V.90 is
available in other regions.
LAN The computer has built-in support for Ethernet
LAN (10 megabits per second, 10BASE-T), Fast
Ethernet LAN (100 megabits per second,
100BASE-TX).
Some models are equipped with a Gigabit
Ethernet LAN (1000 megabits per second,
1000BASE-T).
Bluetooth Some computers in this series are equipped with
Bluetooth functions. Bluetooth wireless
technology eliminates the need for cables
between electronic devices such as computers
and printers. Bluetooth provides fast, reliable,
and secure wireless communication in a small
space.
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Introduction
Wireless LAN Some computers in this series are equipped with
a Wireless LAN card that is compatible with other
LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread
Spectrum/Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplexing radio technology that complies with
the IEEE 802.11 Standard (Revision A, B or G).
■ Theoretical maximum speed:
54Mbps (IEEE802.11a, 802.11g)
■ Theoretical maximum speed:
11Mbps (IEEE802.11b)
■ Frequency Channel Selection
(5 GHz: Revision A / 2.4 GHz: Revision B/G)
■ Roaming over multiple channels
■ Card Power Management
■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption, based on 152 bit encryption
algorithm (Atheros module type).
■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption, based on 128 bit encryption
algorithm (Intel module type).
■ Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).
■ Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data
encryption.
■ The values shown above are the theoretical maximums for Wireless
LAN standards. The actual values may differ.
■ The transmission speed over the Wireless LAN and the distance over
which Wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding
electromagnetic environment, obstacles, access point design and
configuration, and client design and software/hardware configurations.
The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as
specified under the appropriate standard - the actual transmission
speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed.
Legal Footnote (Wireless LAN)*7
For more information on the Legal Footnote regarding Wireless LAN,
please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10. Click the *7.
Wireless
communication
switch
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This switch turns the Wireless LAN and
Bluetooth functions on and off.
All models are provided with Wireless
Communication switch. Some models are equipped
with both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functions.
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