Toshiba U400 User Manual
User’s Manual
U400/U400D PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D
computers.toshiba-europe.com
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© 2008 by TOSHIBA Corporation. All rights reserved. Under the copyright
laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior
written permission of TOSHIBA. No patent liability is assumed, with respect
to the use of the information contained herein.
TOSHIBA U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D Portable Personal
Computer User's Manual
First edition June 2008
Ownership and copyright of music, video, computer programs, databases,
etc. are protected by the copyright laws. These copyrighted materials may
be copied for private use at home only. If, beyond the limitation above, you
copy (including to transform data formats) or modify these materials,
transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of
copyright owners, you may be subject to claims for compensation for
damage and/or criminal penalties due to infringements of copyrights or
personal rights. Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you
use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions.
Please note that you may infringe the owner's rights protected by the
copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions (e.g. Wide
mode, Wide Zoom mode, etc.) of this product to display enlarged
images/video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or
providing these to the public.
Disclaimer
This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy. The
instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D 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.
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D
Trademarks
Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
DirectX, AcriveDesktop, DirectShow, and Windows Media are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel, Intel Core, Celeron, Centrino and Pentium are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Adobe and Photoshop are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by
TOSHIBA under license.
ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation.
DVD MovieFactory is a trademark of Ulead Systems Inc.
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BizCard is a trademark of NewSoft Technology Corporation.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
ExpressCard is a trademark of PCMCIA.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Labelflash™ is a trademark of YAMAHA CORPORATION.
Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, and i.LINK are registered trademarks
and i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of MultiMediaCard Association.
Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak.
Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of SD Card Association.
xD-Picture Card is a trademark of Fuji Photo Film, Co., Ltd.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used
in this manual.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your
computer.
When Using Your Computer
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D
Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with
the base resting directly on your body. With extended operation, heat can
potentially build up in the base. Allowing sustained contact with the skin
could cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn.
■ Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Always follow
installation instructions closely.
■ Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where
metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery
terminals. The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely
high temperatures and may result in damage from burns.
■ Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that
the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.
■ Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the
floor, when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do
not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce
cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying
case.
■ Use only the AC adapter and batteries that are approved for use with
this computer. Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire
or explosion.
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■ Before you connect the computer to a power source, ensure that the
voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power
source. 115 V/60 Hz in most of North and South America and some Far
Eastern countries such as Taiwan. 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and
100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. 230 V/50 Hz in most of Europe, the
Middle East, and the Far East.
■ If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total
ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does
not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.
■ To remove power from the computer, turn it off, remove the battery, and
disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet.
■ To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or
disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this
product during and electrical storm.
■ When setting up the computer for work, place it on a level surface.
EU Declaration of Conformity
This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with Radio
Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive
1999/5/EC which includes the compliance to the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC and the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC.
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
thefollowing website: http://epps.toshiba-teg.com
This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the
required EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) 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 in general EMC problems, the
following advice should be observed:
■ Only CE marked accessories should be connected/implemented
■ Only the best shielded data cables should be connected
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GOST
Modem warning notice
Conformity Statement
The equipment has been approved to [Council Decision 98/482/EC "TBR 21"] 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.
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Network Compatibility Statement
This product is designed to work with, and is compatible with the following
networks. It has been tested to and found to conform with the additional
requirements conditional in EG 201 121.
Germany ATAAB AN005, AN006, AN007, AN009, AN010 and
DE03, 04, 05, 08, 09,12,14,17
Greece ATAAB AN005, AN006 and GR01, 02, 03, 04
Portugal ATAAB AN001, 005, 006, 007, 011 and P03, 04, 08,
Spain ATAAB AN005, 007, 012, and ES01
Switzerland ATAAB AN002
All other
countries/regions
Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network,
please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details.
The hookflash (timed break register recall) function is subject to separate
national type approvals. It has not been tested for conformity to national
type regulations, and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific
function on specific national networks can be given.
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10
ATAAB AN003, 004
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Following information is only for EU-member states:
Disposal of products
The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate
waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the
environment and human health. For more detailed information about
recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/or
accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from
household waste.If the battery or accumulator contains more than the
specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined
Pb, Hg, Cd
in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead
(Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out
wheeled dust bin symbol.
This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region
where you purchased.
EnergyStar® Program
Your computer model may be Energy Star® qualified. If the model you
purchased is compliant, it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the
computer and the following information applies.
TOSHIBA is a partner in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA)
ENERGY STAR
latest ENERGY STAR
ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will
provide the most stable operating environment and optimum system
performance for both AC power and battery modes.
To conserve energy, your computer is set to enter the low-power Sleep
mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of
inactivity in AC power mode. TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this
and other energy saving features active, so that your computer will operate
at its maximum energy efficiency. You can wake the computer from Sleep
mode by pressing the power button.
Products that earn the ENERGY STAR
emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA
and the EU Commission. According to the EPA, a computer meeting the
new ENERGY STAR
energy depending on how it is used.
Visit http://www.eu-energystar.org or http://www.energystar.gov for more
information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.
Visit http://www.energystar.gov or http://www.energystar.gov/power
management for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program.
®
Program and has designed this computer to meet the
®
guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer
®
prevent greenhouse gas
®
specifications will use between 20% and 50% less
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Optical disc drive safety instructions
Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section.
Panasonic
DVD Super Multi UJ-862E/UJ-862A
■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper
use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance,
contact an authorized service location.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of 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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Hitach-LG Data Storage
DVD Super Multi GSA-U20N/GSA-U20F
■ The DVD Super Multi drive employs a laser system. To ensure proper
use of this product, please read this instruction manual carefully and
retain for future reference. Should the unit ever require maintenance,
contact an authorized service location.
■ Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of 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
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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.
Important Notice
Copyrighted works including, but not limited to music, video, computer
program, databases are protected by copyright laws. Unless specifically
permitted under applicable copyright laws, you cannot copy, modify, assign,
transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of
the owner of the copyright. Please take notice that unauthorized copying,
modification, assignment, transmission and disposition may be subject to
claims for damages and penalties.
■ Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
■ Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
■ Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.
■ Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by
the manufacturer.
■ Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional
battery pack. Use of wrong battery could damage your computer.
TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case.
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General Precautions
TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety, minimize strain and
withstand the rigors of portability. However, certain precautions should be
observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
computer.
Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions
included in the text of the manual.
Creating a computer-friendly environment
Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer
and any other items you are using, such as a printer.
Leave enough space around the computer and other equipment to provide
adequate ventilation. Otherwise, they may overheat.
To keep your computer in prime operating condition, protect your work area
from:
■ Dust, moisture, and direct sunlight.
■ Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field, such as
stereo speakers (other than speakers that are connected to the
computer) or speakerphones.
■ Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature
change such as air conditioner vents or heaters.
■ Extreme heat, cold, or humidity.
■ Liquids and corrosive chemicals.
Stress injury
Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. It contains
information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists
that 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.
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Heat injury
■ Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer. If the computer is
used for long periods, its surface can become very warm. While the
temperature will not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain physical
contact with the computer for a long time, for example if you rest the
computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest, your
skin might suffer a low-heat injury.
■ If the computer has been used for a long time, avoid direct contact with
the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can
become hot.
■ The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this
condition does not indicate a malfunction. If you need to transport the
AC adaptor, you should disconnect it and let it cool before moving it.
■ Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the
material could become damaged.
Pressure or impact damage
Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of
strong impact as this can damage the computer's components or otherwise
cause it to malfunction.
ExpressCard overheating
Some ExpressCards can become hot during prolonged use which may
result in errors or instability in the operation of the device in question. In
addition, you should also be careful when you remove a PC or
ExpressCard that has been used for a long time.
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Mobile phones
Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio
system. The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way, but
it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between
the computer and a mobile phone that is in use.
Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is
described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort. Be
sure to read it before using the computer.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Equipment checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Special features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
TOSHIBA Value Added Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Utilities and Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Chapter 2 The Grand Tour
Front with the display closed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Left side. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Backside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Underside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Front with the display open. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
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Chapter 3 Getting Started
Installing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Connecting the AC adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Opening the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Turning on the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Windows Vista setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Turning off the power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Restarting the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
System Recovery Options and Restoring
the pre-installed Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
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Chapter 4
Operating Basics
Using the TouchPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Using the fingerprint sensor (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Using the Web Camera (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Using the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Using the optical disc drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16
Writing CD/DVD with the DVD Super Multi drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
TOSHIBA Disc Creator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-24
Using Ulead DVD MovieFactory for TOSHIBA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25
Media care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28
Wireless communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-31
LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Cleaning the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Moving the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35
Using the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-36
Chapter 5 The Keyboard
Typewriter keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
F1 ... F12 function keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Soft keys: Fn key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Hot keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Windows® special keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Keypad overlay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Generating ASCII characters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Replacing the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10
Starting the computer by password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Power-up modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Panel power off/on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
System Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Chapter 7 HW Setup
Accessing HW Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
HW Setup Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
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Chapter 8
Optional Devices
ExpressCard Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
SD/SDHC/MMC/MEMORY STICK/
MEMORY STICK PRO/xD Memory cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Memory expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Additional battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Additional AC adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
External monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
i.LINK (IEEE1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
eSATA (External Serial ATA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-14
Security lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Problem solving process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
Hardware and system checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
TOSHIBA support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-17
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Display Controller
Appendix C Wireless LAN
Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors
Appendix E Legal Footnotes
Appendix F If your computer is stolen
Glossary
Index
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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA U400/U400D,
PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D 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 you how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D 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
Specifications section of the Introduction, to learn about features that are
uncommon or unique to the computer. If you are going to install PC Cards
or connect external devices such as a monitor, be sure to read Chapter 8,
Optional Devices.
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D
Manual contents
This manual is composed of the following nine chapters, six appendixes,
a glossary and an index.
Chapter 1, Introduction, is an overview of the computer's features,
capabilities, and options.
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour, identifies the components of the computer and
briefly explains how they function.
Chapter 3, Getting Started, provides a quick overview of how to begin
operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work
area.
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Chapter 4, Operating Basics, includes instructions on using the following
devices: TouchPad, optional fingerprint sensor, optional web camera,
optional internal microphone, Sound System, optical media drive, modem,
wireless communication and LAN. It also provides tips on care of the
computer, and CD/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.
Chapter 7, HW Setup explains how to configure the computer using the
HW Setup program.
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.
The Appendices 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.
U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D
Abbreviations
On first appearance, and whenever necessary for clarity, abbreviations are
enclosed in parenthesis following their definition. For example: Read Only
Memory (ROM). Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary.
Icons
Icons identify ports, dials, and other parts of your computer. The indicator
panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information
on.
Keys
The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer
operations. A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they
appear on the keyboard. For example, Enter identifies the Enter key.
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Key operation
Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys. We
identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign
(+). For example, Ctrl + C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same
time press C. If three keys are used, hold down the first two and at the
same time press the third.
ABC When procedures require an action such as
clicking an icon or entering text, the icon’s name
or the text you are to type in is represented in the
type face you see to the left.
Display
ABC
Names of windows or icons or text generated by
the computer that appears on its display screen is
presented in the type face you see to the left.
Messages
Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your
attention. Each type of message is identified as shown below.
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.
Terminology
This term is defined in this document as follows:
Start The word "Start" refers to the " " button in
Microsoft
®
Windows Vista™.
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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 pre-installed 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:
■ TOSHIBA U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D Portable Personal
Computer
■ Universal AC adaptor and power cord
Introduction
Chapter 1
Software
Microsoft® Windows Vista™
The following software is preinstalled:
■ Microsoft
■ Microsoft Internet Explorer
■ TOSHIBA Value Added Package
■ TOSHIBA Hardware Setup
■ TOSHIBA Supervisor Password
■ TOSHIBA Assist
■ TOSHIBA ConfigFree
■ TOSHIBA DVD PLAYER
■ TOSHIBA FingerPrint Utility*
■ TOSHIBA SD Memory Utilites
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®
Windows Vista™
Features
Introduction
■ TOSHIBA Disc Creator
■ TOSHIBA Face Recognition*
■ TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer
■ Ulead DVD MovieFactory
■ Presto! BizCard 5*
■ Online Manual
* is preinstalled dependant on the model purchased.
®
for TOSHIBA*
Documentation
■ U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D Personal Computer User’s
Manual
■ U400/U400D, PORTÉGÉ M800/M800D Quickstart
■ Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort
■ Warranty information
If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately.
Please visit your region’s web site for the configuration details of the model
that you have purchased.
Processor
Built-in Depends on the model you purchased.
Please visit your region’s website for the
configuration details of the model that you have
purchased.
®
Chipset Mobile Intel
or
AMD M780G Chipset
GM45 Express Chipset
Memory
Slots PC2-5300 or PC2-6400 512 MB, 1024 MB or
2048 MB memory modules can be installed in the
two memory slots. Maximum system memory size
and speed are depending on the model you
purchased.
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Introduction
Main Memory
Disclaimer
Part of the main system memory may be used by
the graphics system for graphics performance
and therefore reduce the amount of main system
memory available for other computing activities.
The amount of main system memory allocated to
support graphics may vary depending on the
graphics system, applications utilized, system
memory size and other factors. For PC’s
configured with 4 GB of system memory, the full
system memory space for computing activities will
be considerably less and will vary by model and
system configuration.
If your computer is configured with two 2 GB memory modules, the
memory might be displayed as approximately 3 GB only (depending on the
computer's hardware specifications).
This is correct because the operating system usually displays the available
memory instead of the physical memory (RAM) built into the computer.
Various system components (like the video adapter's GPU and PCI
devices like Wireless LAN, etc.) require their own memory space. Since a
32-bit operating system cannot address more than 4 GB of memory these
system resources overlap the physical memory. It is a technical limitation
that the overlapped memory is not available to the operating system.
Even though some tools might display the actual physical memory built
into your computer, the memory available to the operating system will still
be approximately 3 GB only.
Video RAM Intel® GMA HD4500 model:
Video RAM capacity shares with main memory,
and the proportion depends on Dynamic Video
Memory Technology.
ATI Radeon™ HD 3200 Graphics model
Video RAM capacity shares with main memory,
and the proportion depends on ATI
HyperMemory™.
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Power
Introduction
Battery Pack Your computer is powered by a rechargeable
lithium-ion battery pack.
RTC Battery The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time
Clock and calendar.
AC Adaptor The universal AC adaptor provides power to the
system and recharges the batteries when they
are low. It comes with a detachable power cord.
Because it is universal, it can receive a range of
AC voltage from 100 to 240 volts; however, the
output current varies among different models.
Using the wrong model can damage your
computer. Refer to the AC adaptor section in
Chapter 2, The Grand Tour.
Disks
Hard disk Disclaimer 1 Gigabyte (GB) means 10
bytes using powers of 10. The computer
operating system, however, reports storage
capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of
1GB = 2
30
= 1,073,741,824 bytes, and therefore
shows less storage capacity. Available storage
capacity will also be less if the product includes
one or more pre-installed operating systems,
such as Microsoft Operating System and/or preinstalled software applications, or media content.
Actual formatted capacity may vary.
Hard disk Drive Available in 1x2.5" HDD (9.5mm/SATA)
■ 120 GB
■ 160 GB
■ 250 GB
■ 320 GB
9
= 1,000,000,000
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Introduction
DVD Super Multi drive Your computer is 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-Rs at up to 24 speed, CD-RWs at up to
16 speed, DVD-Rs at maximum 8 speed,
DVD-RWs at maximum 6 speed. DVD+Rs at
maximum 8 speed, DVD+RWs at maximum
8 speed, DVD+R(DL) discs at maximum 6 speed
and DVD-R(DL) discs at maximun 6 speed and
DVD-RAM discs at maximum 5 speed. It supports
the following formats:
■ DVD-ROM
■ DVD-Video
■ DVD-R
■ DVD-RW
■ DVD+R
■ DVD+RW
■ DVD-RAM
■ DVD+R DL
■ DVD-R DL
■ CD-DA
■ CD-Text
■ Photo CD (single/multi-session)
■ CD-ROM Mode 1, Mode 2
■ CD-ROMXA Mode 2 (Form1, Form2)
■ Enhanced CD (CD-EXTRA)
■ CD-G (Audio CD only)
■ Addressing Method 2
Display
The computer's LCD panel supports high-resolution video graphics. The
screen can be set at a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort
and readability.
Built-In 13.3" WXGA 16 M colors, with the following
resolution: 1280 horizontal × 800 vertical pixels.
Graphics Controller Graphics controller maximizes display
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performance. Refer to Appendix B, Display
Controller for more information.
Keyboard
Introduction
Built-In TOSHIBA Vista keyboard, 85 keys or 86 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 TouchPad A TouchPad and control buttons in the palm rest
enable control of the on-screen pointer and
scrolling of windows.
Ports
HDMI This HDMI jack allows you to connect external
External Monitor This 15-pin port lets you connect an external
Universal Serial Bus
(USB 2.0)
eSATA/USB combo
port
i.LINK (IEEE1394a) This port enables high-speed data transfer
display/audio devices. (Provided with some
models)
video display.
The computer has Universal Serial Bus ports that
comply with the USB 2.0 standard, which enables
data transfer speeds 40 times faster than the
USB 1.1 standard. (The ports also support
USB 1.1.)
The eSATA/USB combo port supports the USB
2.0 and the eSATA function.
directly from external devices such as digital
video cameras.
(depending on the model you purchased.)
Slots
ExpressCard Slot The ExpressCard slot that can accommodate two
standard module formats; an ExpressCard/34
module and an ExpressCard/54 module. An
ExpressCard module is a small add-in card
technology based on the PCI Express and
Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaces.
Multiple Digital Media
Card Slot
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Supports SD/SDHC memory card, MMC,
MEMORY STICK, MEMORY STICK PRO and xD
Picture card
Multimedia
Introduction
Web Camera Record/Send still or video images with this
integrated webcam.
(Depends on the model purchased)
®
Sound System A Windows
Sound System that provides
speakers and an internal microphone as well as
jacks for an external microphone and
headphones.
Headphone (S/P DIF)
jack
This jack outputs analog audio signals. This jack
can be used also as S/P DIF jack and enables
connection of optical digital correspondence
apparatus.
Microphone Jack A 3.5 mm mini microphone jack enables
connection of a three-conductor mini jack for
monaural microphone input.
Communications
Modem Where present, it provides capability for data and
fax communication. It supports V.90 (V.92). The
speed of data transfer and fax communication
depends on the analog telephone line conditions.
The computer has a modem jack for connection
to a telephone line. Both V.90 and V.92 are
supported only in the USA, Canada, UK, France
and Germany. V.90 is available in other regions.
(Provided with some models)
LAN The computer is equipped with a LAN card that
supports Fast Ethernet LAN (100 Mbit/s,
100BASE-TX) or Gigabit Ethernet LAN (1 Gbit/s,
1000BASE-T). It is preinstalled as a standard
device in some markets. (depending on model
you purchased)
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Introduction
Wireless LAN The Wireless LAN feature is not available on all
models. Where present, it supports the A,B,G and
draft N standards but it 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.
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in
the transmit range of 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12,
9 and 6 Mbit/s. (IEEE 802.11a/g)
■ Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in
the transmit range of 11, 5.5, 2 and 1 Mbit/s.
(IEEE 802.11b)
■ Roaming over multiple channels
■ Card Power Management
■ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data
encryption, based on 128 bit encryption
algorithm.
■ Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) data
encryption, based on 128 bit encryption
algorithm.
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.
Wireless
Communication
This switch turns the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth
functions on and off. (Provided with some models)
Switch
Security
Security lock slot Connects an optional security lock to anchor the
computer to a desk or other large object.
Password Power-on password protection
Two level password architecture
HDD password protection
Fingerprint authentication (Provided with some
models)
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Special features
The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are
advanced features, which make the computer more convenient to use.
Hot Keys Key combinations let you quickly modify the
Keypad Overlay A ten-key pad is integrated into the keyboard.
Instant Security The hot key function Fn + F1 blanks the screen
Display Automatic
Power Off
HDD Automatic Power
*1
Off
System Automatic
Sleep
Mode/Hibernation
Intelligent Power
Supply
Battery Save Mode
Panel Power On/Off
*1
Introduction
system configuration directly from the keyboard
without running a system configuration program.
Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5,
The Keyboard, for instructions on using the
keypad overlay.
and disables the computer, providing data
security.
*1
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
internal display when there is no keyboard input
for a specified time. Power is restored when any
key is pressed.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
This feature automatically cuts off power to the
hard disc drive when it is not accessed for a
specified time. Power is restored when the hard
disc is accessed.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
This feature automatically shuts down the system
into Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there
*1
is no input or hardware access for a specified
time.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
A microprocessor in the computer's intelligent
power supply detects the battery’s charge and
calculates the remaining battery capacity. It also
protects electronic components from abnormal
conditions, such as voltage overload from an
AC adaptor.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
*1
This feature lets you save battery power.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
*1
This feature turns power to the computer off when
the display panel is closed and turns it back on
when the panel is opened.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
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Introduction
Low Battery
Automatic
Hibernation
TOSHIBA HDD
Protection
The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard
disk drive will not be damaged.
Hibernation This feature lets you turn off the power without
Sleep Mode If you have to interrupt your work, you can turn off
*1
When battery power is exhausted to the point that
computer operation cannot be continued, the
system automatically enters Hibernation Mode
and shuts down.
This can be specified in the Power Options.
This feature uses the acceleration sensor built in
the computer to detect vibration and shocks, and
automatically moves the hard disk drive's
read/write head to a safe position in order to
reduce the risk of damage that could be caused
by headto-disk contact. Refer to the Using the
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Protection section in
Chapter 4, Operating Basics, for more details.
(Provided with some models)
exiting from your software. The contents of main
memory are saved to the hard disk so that when
you turn on the power again, you can continue
working right where you left off. Refer to the
Turning off the power section in Chapter 3,
Getting Started, for details.
the power without exiting from your software.
Data is maintained in the computer's main
memory so that when you turn on the power
again, you can continue working right where you
left off.
*1 Click , Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then click
Power Options.
TOSHIBA Value Added Package
This section describes the TOSHIBA Component features pre-installed on
the computer.
TOSHIBA Power
Saver
TOSHIBA Zooming
Utility
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TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the
features of more various power supply
managements.
This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the
icon size on the Windows Desktop, or the zoom
factor associated with specific supported
applications.
Introduction
TOSHIBA PC
Diagnostic Tool
TOSHIBA Flash Cards This utility supports the following functions.
TOSHIBA
Components
Common Driver
TOSHIBA
Accessibility
TOSHIBA Button
Support
Utilities and Applications
This section describes pre-installed utilities and tells how to start them. For
details on operations, refer to each utility’s online manual, help files or
readme.txt files.
TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that
HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware
The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display
basic system configuration information and allow
the functionality of some of the computer's built-in
hardware devices to be tested.
■ Hot key function
■ TOSHIBA utility launcher function
TOSHIBA Components Common Driver contains
the module required for the utility which TOSHIBA
offers.
The TOSHIBA Accessibility utility provides
support to movement impaired users when they
need to use the TOSHIBA Hot-key functions. In
use, the utility allows you to make the Fn key
'sticky', that is you can press it once, release it,
and then press one of the "F" keys in order to
access its specific function. When set, the Fn key
will remain active until another key is pressed.
This utility controls the button operation of the
computer.
The starting application from the button can be
changed.
provides easy access to help and services.
settings according to the way you work with your
computer and the peripherals you use. To start
the utility, double click the TOSHIBA Assist on
your desktop, select OPTIMIZE tab, and click
TOSHIBA Hardware Settings.
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Introduction
Power On Password Two levels of password security, supervisor and
user, are available to prevent unauthorized
access to your computer.
To register a supervisor password, double click
the TOSHIBA Assist on your desktop select the
SECURE tab and start the Supervisor password
utility.
To set a user password, select the SECURE tab
on TOSHIBA Assist, then start the User
password utility. On the Password tab you can
register a user password.
CD/DVD Drive
Acoustic Silencer
This utility allows you to configure the read speed
of the CD drive. You can either configure Normal
Mode, which operates the drive at its maximum
speed for quick data access, or Quiet Mode,
which runs at single speed for CD audio and
which can lessen operational noise. It is
ineffective in DVD mode.
Ulead DVD
MovieFactory
®
for
You can edit digital video and make a DVD-Video
and support Labelflash™ function.
TOSHIBA
*1 Click , Control Panel, System and Maintenance, and then click
Power Options.
FingerPrint utility This product has a fingerprint utility installed for
the purpose of enrolling and recognizing
fingerprints. (depending on the model purchased.)
By enrolling the ID and password to the fingerprint
authentication device, it is no longer necessary to
input the password from the keyboard. Just by
swiping the finger against the fingerprint sensor,
the following functions will be enabled:
■ Log-on to Windows and access a security
enabled homepage through IE (Internet
Explorer).
■ Files and folders can be encrypted/decrypted
and third party access to them prevented.
■ Disable the password-protected screensaver
when returning from power-saving (Sleep)
mode.
■ System boot authentication and Single Touch
Boot feature.
■ Power on Security and Single Sign On
feature.
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