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1. If you have installed your own programs you should back up these programs as well as your data files If something goes wrong that requires you to reformat your hard disk and start again reloading all your programs and data files from a backup source will save time Read the user s guides It s very difficult to provide a fail safe set of steps you can follow every time you experience a problem with the computer Your ability to solve problems will improve as you learn about how the computer and its software work together Get familiar with all the user s guides provided with your computer as well as the manuals that come with the programs and devices you purchase Your local computer store or book store sells a variety of self help books you can use to supplement the information in the manuals if you need further assistance If you have followed the recommendations in this chapter and are still having problems you may need additional technical assistance This section contains the steps to take to ask for help 21 8 lf Something Goes Wrong If you need further assistance Before you call Since some problems may be related to the operating system or the program you are using it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting Toshiba Review the troubleshooting information in your operating system documentation gt If the problem occurs while you are running
2. Other Control Panel Options Add or Remove Programs Date Time Language and Regional Options gt f D Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Accessibility Options Performance and Maintenance Sample Control Panel window as a Web page The addition of the name of the folder and instructions for how to use the folder on the left give the window the appearance of a Web page Setting up for communications In order to connect to the Internet use an online service or communicate across the telephone lines with another computer you need A modem one comes with your computer A telephone line Enhancing Productivity 1 53 Setting up for communications A browser or communications program An Internet Service Provider ISP or online service if you plan to use the Internet Determining the COM port Your modem is connected to one of the computer s COM communications ports The default setting for the modem is COMS The following procedure is intended to support you if you need to either upgrade your modem or reset the port to the default settings If you re having trouble connecting through the modem you may need to determine the current COM port name and possibly change it To find out which port your modem is connected to in the operating system 1 Click Start click Control Panel then Printers and Other Hardware The Control Panel opens 2 Click Phone and Modem options The Phon
3. The operating system takes a long time to start The operating system responds differently from the normal routine The screen does not look right Unless a hardware device has failed problems usually occur when you change the system in some way such as installing a new program or adding a device If you experience any of these problems use the options in the Startup menu to fix the problem Using Startup options to fix problems If the operating system fails to start properly you may have to change your system s configuration or verify the startup procedure to fix the problem To do this use the options in the Startup menu This section describes each option and when to use the procedure To open the Startup menu 1 Restart your computer 2 Press F8 when your computer starts The Windows Advanced Options menu displays these options Safe Mode lf Something Goes Wrong 1 93 The Windows operating system is not working Safe Mode with Networking Safe Mode with Command Prompt Enable Boot Logging Enable VGA Mode Last known good configuration your most recent settings that worked Directory Services Restore Mode Windows domain controllers only Debugging Mode Start Windows normally Reboot Return to OS Choices menu See your Windows documentation for further explanation A TECHNICAL NOTE If your computer is connected to a L network the Startup menu may
4. 111 1 1 Mobile Computing Running the computer on battery power Running the computer on battery power q__ The computer contains a removable Lithium Ion Li Ion high capacity battery that provides power when you are away from an AC outlet You can recharge it many times Battery Notice Battery life may vary depending on applications power management settings and features utilized Recharge time varies depending on usage The battery may not charge while the computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see your accessories information that shipped with your computer or to stay current on the most recent software and hardware options for your computer and for other product information regularly check the Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com To ensure that the battery maintains its maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power at least once a month until the battery is fully discharged Please see Maximizing battery life on page 126 for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power either through an AC adapter or a docking station if applicable to your system for an extended period more than a month the battery may fail to retain a charge This may shorten the life of the battery and the battery lig
5. Do not install the embedded wireless module into other device 20 DVD ROM multi function drive safety instructions The DVD ROM and multi function drives employ a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized service location Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Location of the required label Sample shown below Location of the label and manufacturing information may vary Product is certified by the manufacturer to comply with DHHS rules 21 CFR sub chaper J applicable at the date of manufacture MANUFACTURED Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 Chome Minato Ku Tokyo 105 0061 Japan CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 A CAUTION This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT To use this model properly read the users guide carefully and keep it for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those eS specified i
6. Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company die bereinstimmung des Ger tes Radio LAN device mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Wien WIE THH IAFOYZA TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company AHAGNED OTI Radio LAN device 2YMVMOPE NET AI IPOs TIZ OYIKMAEZ AILSITHZEIS EAI TI AONE SAETIRED MATASE THE OWHTLAS 1999 SER 11 Con la presente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dichiara che questo Radio LAN device conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE 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 TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company declara que este Radio LAN device est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 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 television interference caused by unauthorized modification of the de
7. eee 114 Using a battery charger cecce 116 Monitoring main battery powet eeee 116 Determining remaining battery power 117 What to do when the main battery runs low 117 setting battery alarms cece cee esses eee 118 Conserving battery power c eee eeeeen 119 Setting a power usage mode 119 Turning off the display automatically 0 121 Enabling the screen Saver ceccesseeeeeeeseeeens 121 Changing the main battery nees 122 Removing the battery from the computer 123 Inserting a charged battery ccena 124 Taking care of your battery 125 Safety PreCaUtiONS cece eesesseseseeeseneen 125 Maximizing battery life nnes 126 Disposing of used batteries 0 00 0 eeeeeeeeeeees 127 Traveling TS tesesececeieeevecereencacguetceuncousesescoreussaceteass 128 Chapter 4 Expansion Options eee 129 Using your computer at the office 129 Using an expansion devie 130 32 Contents Using the optional external USB diskette drive 130 Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive 130 Using the optional USB external diskette drive with a PC Card 131 Using a keyboard with the Advanced Port POON GAUOl sameaa 132 Connecting a keyboard to the Advanced POM FO DIGALOL cciccetuccintetetsenznesvateeacresteancence 132 Making your external keyboard emulate the FN MOY sectseesstuscsltscstedes ctieseontetsdedaiesusczee 132 Using a mouse with the Advanced
8. Drag and drop o Use the keyboard or pointing device The method most often used is drag and drop Using drag and drop To assign a key to a program or document 1 Start both Fn esse and Windows Explorer or the program supporting drag and drop 2 Resize the Explorer window so that you can see both the Fn esse keyboard and Explorer at the same time 3 In the Explorer window highlight the program or document file you wish to assign to a key 4 Click and hold the primary button as you drag the highlighted item from Explorer to the key on the Fn esse keyboard you want to assign to it 5 Release the primary button Fn esse displays the Add Edit Command dialog box with the Description Command Line and Working Directory fields automatically completed 6 Click OK to close the Add Edit Command dialog box with your key assignment in place The program or document is now associated with the key you just selected To open the program or document press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program 164 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse Using the keyboard or pointing device To assign a key to open a program or document 1 2 Start Fn esse Perform one of the following Using the keyboard press and hold the Fn key then press the desired assignment key Using the pointing device move the cursor over the desired key and press the secondary button The Assignment Type dialog bo
9. If the screen saver is enabled it runs on top of any movie or title you are watching To disable the screen saver 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Appearance and Themes and double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box appears Click the Screen Saver tab In the Screen Saver list the current screen saver 1s highlighted Click the down arrow at the right of the current screen saver name A list of screen savers displays Click and hold the up arrow by the list or move the slide to the top Click None Click OK Develop good computing habits Make sure you are prepared Save your work frequently You can never predict when your computer will lock forcing you to close a program and lose unsaved changes Many software programs build in an automatic backup but you should not rely solely on this feature Save your work lf Something Goes Wrong 2 If you need further assistance On a regular basis back up the information stored on your hard disk Here are some ways you can do this Copy files to diskette Connect a tape drive to the system and use specialized software to copy everything on the hard disk to a tape Connect your computer to the office network and copy files to your network partition Some people use a combination of these methods backing up all files to tape weekly and copying critical files to diskette on a daily basis
10. Other documentation Other icons used Additional icons highlight other helpful or educational information i TECHNICAL NOTE This icon highlights technical information V4 about the computer ars DEFINITION This icon indicates the definition of a term used in the text ILA HINT This icon denotes helpful hints and tips Other documentation Your computer comes with the following documentation in addition to this user s guide This electronic version of the user s guide Guides for other programs that may come preinstalled on your computer and for additional programs on your Recovery media if applicable to your system For accessory information visit Toshiba s web site at accessories toshiba com The Microsoft Windows operating system documentation which explains the features of the operating system Introduction 4 Service options 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 188 Chapter 1 Getting Started This chapter provides tips for working comfortably summarizes how to connect components and explains what t
11. TOSHIBA Portege M100 Series Users Guide If you need assistance Toshiba Global Support Centre Calling within the United States 800 457 7777 Calling from outside the United States 949 859 4273 For more information see If Something Goes Wrong on page 188 in this guide AWARNING 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 C6656 0804M2 08 04 2 Models Port g R100 Series ReWritable CD DVD Drives The computer system you purchased may include a ReWritable CD and or DVD drive s among the most advanced data storage technologies available As with any new technology you must read and follow all set up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and or manuals enclosed If you fail to do so this product may not function properly and you may lose data or suffer other damage TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DO NOT WARRANT THAT OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE YOU AGREE THAT TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF ANY BUSINESS PROFITS PROGRAMS DATA OR REMOVABLE STORAGE MEDIA ARISING OUT OF OR RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY THEREOF Protection of Stored Data For your important data
12. bookmarked site not found 194 slow connection 193 URL address not found 193 IRQ Interrupt Request 195 K keyboard caps lock key 75 character keys 75 connecting to Advanced Port Replicator 132 connecting USB compatible 65 emulating Fn keys 132 Fn esse 162 function keys 76 hot keys 227 not working 191 numeric overlay 78 troubleshooting 201 keyboard full size 75 L LCD panel closing 70 screen saver 121 turn off automatically 121 lighting 45 memory adding 58 expansion slots 58 installing additional 58 problem solving 198 memory module removing 64 removing screws 61 microphone using 159 modem connecting to telephone line 67 259 determining COM port 153 problem solving 213 resetting port to default settings 153 upgrading 153 modes Hibernation 98 Standby 98 monitor adjusting display 136 connecting 135 not working 203 mouse connecting to Advanced Port Replicator 133 connecting USB compatible 65 moving the computer 71 network accessing 154 0 optional additional equipment battery charger 113 116 memory modules 58 Noteworthy computer lock cable 71 pP parallel printer connecting 134 password 176 creating 177 deleting a supervisor 186 disabling a user 181 forgetting 179 instant 185 power on 176 service diskette 179 supervisor setup 185 supervisor level 177 types 176 user level 176 185 passwords instant using 178 PC Card checklist 210 CIS Card Information Structu
13. Advanced Port Replicator 1 2 3 If the computer is on turn it off Connect the computer to the port replicator Connect the printer cable to the serial or parallel port on the port replicator Connect the printer s power cable to a power outlet and turn on the printer Expansion Options 1 35 Using external display devices 5 Turn on the computer A CAUTION Fora parallel or serial printer never connect the printer cable while the computers power is on Doing so may damage the printer the computer or both 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 C 1 Connect the monitor s video cable to the RGB monitor port on the back of the computer Connect the monitor s power cable to a live electrical outlet Turn on the external monitor Set the display mode by pressing Fn F5 or by setting the Display Properties settings For more information see Directing the display output when you turn on the computer on page 135 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer Once you ve connected an external display device you can choose to use the internal display only the external device only or both simultaneously The quickest way to change the display output settings is to use the display hot key Fn F5 1 2 Press Fn and F5 s
14. Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa la Planta Escalera A 28831 Madrid San Fernando de Henares Spain United States Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 United States lf Something Goes Wrong Toshiba s worldwide offices 22l United Kingdom Toshiba Information Systems U K Ltd Toshiba Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL United Kingdom The Rest of Europe Toshiba Europe I E GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 D 4 1460 Neuss Germany For more information on additional Toshiba worldwide locations please visit www toshiba co jp index htm Appendix A Hot Keys Hot keys are keys that when pressed in combination with the Fn key turn system functions on and off Hot keys have a legend on the key indicating the option or feature the key controls Volume Mute Fn NB This hot key enables disables volume mute on your computer When volume mute is enabled no sound will come from the speakers or headphones Password security F1 Fn This hot key blanks the display Without a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display Using the mouse or any key will make the display reappear 222 ues 223 Power usage mode With a password The Fn F1 key combination turns off the display and activates the security feature Using the mouse or any key will make the password dialog
15. The X ray equipment will not harm your computer Chapter 4 Expansion Options Your computer is designed to work in your office as well as on the road This chapter explains how to set up several optional external devices so that your notebook can provide all the convenience of a traditional desktop computer To order additional devices and accessories see the accessories information provided with your computer or visit toshibaaccessories com Using your computer at the office By connecting an external full size keyboard an external monitor a mouse and a printer you can work with your computer as if it were a standard office model You can connect a monitor and USB compatible devices such as the keyboard mouse and printer directly to the computer or to the optional Advanced Port Replicator For information on connecting a mouse and a printer see the Getting Started chapter on page 42 If you want to connect your computer to the office network you can use the LAN port or your optional wireless LAN Wi Fi capability 129 1 30 Expansion Options Using an expansion device Using an expansion device The expansion port allows you to connect your computer to a port replicator which is an excellent investment if you re using your computer both in and out of the office When you return to your desk you probably want to connect to your network print reports from your computer or use a mouse in
16. disabling 154 using 154 exchanging data 155 expansion capability 130 external diskette drive 130 using with PC Card 131 monitor not working 204 external monitor connecting 135 F FAT File Allocation Table 205 FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information 3 FCC requirements 4 file extensions 84 file names 83 files WAV 158 backing up 74 printing 84 restoring 88 saving 82 transferring application files 155 Fn key assigning functions 162 163 Fn esse 162 Fn key emulation 132 Fn esse 161 assigning keys 162 163 change remove key assignments 165 drag and drop 163 keyboard 162 starting 162 using keyboard or pointing device 164 viewing key assignments 165 folders displaying information 151 H hardware conflicts 194 resolving 196 258 e headphones 158 Help and Support Windows XP 194 Hibernation command 98 enabling 102 Hibernation mode 98 methods 104 106 107 hot key display brightness 226 display modes 226 display output settings 135 Hibernation mode 225 instant password 185 keyboard overlays 227 password security 222 power usage mode 223 Standby mode 224 volume mute 222 wireless mode 227 hot keys power usage modes 121 hot swapping 141 precautions 141 Hotkey utility 165 i LINK FCC 3 icons safety 39 Industry Canada requirement 4 infrared port transferring files 155 installing memory modules 58 instant password 185 hot key 185 instant passwords using 178 Internet
17. disabling 181 using Bluetooth 156 using a file extension 84 utilities Fn esse 161 Hotkey utility 165 Power Management 171 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 166 V Volume 222 volume control 157 W Web content interface 147 Web sites 218 Web sites Toshiba 219 Windows Explorer 80 Windows Media Player 93 Windows Start menu 79 Windows XP Help and Support 194 problem solving 192 special features 145 wireless features Bluetooth 156 wireless interoperability 7 wizards Add Printer 67 Backup or Restore 87
18. recharge the battery Toshiba has combined these options into preset power usage modes Setting a power usage mode 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon 1 2 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes Re Plugged in ia Power source Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 182 hours Life on Hibernation 31 days Running on batteries Long Life a Normal Q High Power BS DVD Playback a Presentation bd lt gt Details Details Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar Show Intel SpeedStep R Technology icon on the taskbar Close Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window By changing the options that appear in the Power Saver Properties dialog box and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function You may choose a power saving management strategy to best suit your computing needs If you are running on batteries and the programs that you are using do not require a lot of system resources you may experience longer work sessions by enabling the Normal
19. s instructions 2 Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools Backup The Backup or Restore Wizard window appears 8 8 Learning the Basics Restoring your work Backup or Restore Wizard Welcome to the Backup or Restore Wizard This wizard helps you back up or restore the files and settings on your Computer IF You prefer you can switch to Advanced Mode to change the settings used for backup or restore This option is recommended for advanced users only To continue click Next Sample Backup or Restore Wizard window 3 Follow the on screen instructions Restoring your work You can also use the Backup or Restore Wizard to restore information from your backup media to your hard disk TECHNICAL NOTE When restoring files the backup program L prompts you if you try to overwrite a file that already exists on f the hard disk Make sure the backup version is the one you want before overwriting the existing file Learning the Basics 89 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 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 thes
20. s power cords cable to a power outlet and turn on the printer See your printer documentation for additional configuration steps or see Setting up a printer on page 66 Setting up a printer If you have a printer follow these steps to set it up for the first 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 Add Printer Wizard Welcome to the Add Printer Wizard This wizard helps you install a printer or make printer connections e IF You have a Plug and Play printer that connects J through a USB port for any other hot pluggable port such as IEEE 1394 infrared and so on you do not need to use this wizard Click Cancel to close the wizard and then plug the printer s cable into Your Computer or point the printer toward pour computer s infrared port and turn the printer on Windows will automatically install the printer for you To continue click Next Sample Add Printer Wizard Getting Started 6 Connecting the modem 3 Follow the on screen instructions to set up your printer TECHNICAL NOTE Some printers require a specific installation process In this case the Windows XP Professional Add Printer Wizard will display an error message If this happens refer to your printer installation guide for further instructions Z Connecting the modem Your compu
21. 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and the Technical Conditions Compliance Approval and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment refer to the equipment label provided on the computer JAPAN APPROVALS INSTITUTE FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Approval Number D01 1128JP TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number O3NY 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 CAUTION 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 L
22. Projector is in Infrastructure mode it will not connect 23 8 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Using Auto Switch If the wireless mode for the wireless setting is set for 5 GHz 802 1 1a Quick Connect will change this mode to 2 4 GHz 802 11b and then connect to the projector The wireless LAN configuration will return to the default settings under the following conditions If the Toshiba Wireless Projector utility is closed If you select Toshiba Wireless Projector DPJ from the ConfigFree tray menu this will disconnect the wireless LAN connection If you select a profile from the ConfigFree tray menu or when you disable a wireless device If you close ConfigFree Using Auto Switch The Auto Switch feature contains options for automatically switching network devices and profiles if a network connection should fail gt Auto Switch Cable Disconnect This option automatically switches network devices if a wired network cable is disconnected For more information see Auto Switch Cable Disconnect on page 239 Auto Switch SSID If your notebook computer is connected to a wireless LAN network ConfigFree automatically switches profiles if a network failure occurs For more information see Auto Switch SSID on page 239 A message displays each time the Auto Switch feature is applied You then have the option of disabling the Auto Switch option for future
23. Something Goes Wrong 2 1 Resolving a hardware conflict system Use Device Manager to make sure each device has its own I O base address See Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 197 for more information Since all PC Cards share the same socket each card is not required to have its own address Hot swapping removing one PC Card and inserting another without turning the computer off fails Follow this procedure before you remove a PC Card 1 Double click the PC Card icon on the taskbar 2 Click Safely remove xxxx where xxxx is the identifier for your PC Card The operating system displays a message that you may safely remove the card 3 Remove the card from the slot The system does not recognize your PC Card Refer to the PC Card documentation Removing a malfunctioning card and reinstalling it can correct many problems For more information see Using Slim SelectBay modules on page 137 A PC Card error occurs Reinsert the card to make sure it is properly connected If the card is attached to an external device check that the connection 1s secure Refer to the card s documentation which should contain a troubleshooting section Printer problems This section lists some of the most common printer problems 21 2 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The printer will not print Check that the printer is connected to a working power outlet turned on and ready
24. Windows operating system format see Formatting an SD Card in the preceding section you may be unable to stop or eject your card If this occurs try restarting the computer Using Standby or Hibernate while using the SD card It is recommended that you do not select Standby or Hibernation mode while an SD card is in use If you do so your system may not enter Standby or Hibernation mode some tasks may become unresponsive and the operating system may not shut down properly If this occurs reset your computer by holding down the power button for four seconds Removing an SD card Before removing an SD card from the SD slot close any applications which utilize the SD card Use the eject utility to ensure that the card is ready to be removed Once the activity indicator light has turned off you may safely remove the card To remove an SD card press the card inward to release it The card pops out slightly The device name will disappear only 1 4 4 Expansion Options Using the i LINK port after you have physically removed the card from your computer A CAUTION Removing the SD card without the eject utility may result in lost data on your SD card Using the i LINK port The i LINK port on the rear of the computer provides an extremely fast data transfer rate up to 400 mega bits per second Mbps You can connect up to 63 external devices to the i LINK port In addition to high speed the i LINK po
25. a program consult the program s documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Contact the software company s technical support group for their assistance Consult your network administrator Consult your authorized Toshiba representative who is your best source for current information Detailed system specifications are available at www ts toshiba com by selecting your particular product and model number clicking GO and then clicking the Detailed Specs link from the menu on the left Or just refer to the computer documentation that shipped with your product For the number of a Toshiba dealer near you in the United States call 800 457 7777 Contacting Toshiba If you still need help and suspect that the problem is hardware related Toshiba offers a variety of resources to help you You can access Toshiba on the Internet using any Internet browser by typing support toshiba com Toshiba voice contact Before calling Toshiba make sure you have Your computer s serial number The computer and any optional devices related to the problem lf Something Goes Wrong 2 Q Other Toshiba Internet Web sites The recovery media that came with your system Name and version of the program involved in the problem along with its installation diskettes or CD ROM Information about what you were doing when the problem occurred Exact error messages and when they occurred For technical support call the T
26. all require controllers CPU See central processing unit CPU CPU cache A section of very fast memory residing between the CPU and the computer s main memory that temporarily stores data and instructions the CPU will need to execute commands and programs See also cache LI cache L2 cache cursor A symbol that indicates the current position on the screen The shape of the cursor varies depending on the program youre using and what you re doing default The setting selected by a program when the user does not specify an alternative setting device A component attached to the computer Devices may be external outside the computer s case or internal inside the computer s case Printers disk drives and modems are examples of devices device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box An on screen window displayed by the operating system or a program giving a direction or requesting input from the user direct current DC The type of power usually supplied by batteries DC flows in one direction Compare alternating current AC direct memory access DMA A dedicated channel bypassing the CPU that enables direct data transfer between memory and a device directory See folder disable To turn a computer option off See also enable disc A round flat piece of metal designed to be read from and writte
27. as people spend more time using their computers With a little care and proper use of the equipment you can work comfortably throughout the day This section provides hints on avoiding strain and stress injuries For more information consult books on ergonomics repetitive strain injury and repetitive stress syndrome Placement of the computer Proper placement of the computer and external devices is important to avoid stress related injuries Consider the following when placing your computer Place the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance You should be able to type without 4 4 Getting Started Selecting a place to work twisting your torso or neck and look at the screen without slouching If you are using an external monitor the top of the screen should be no higher than eye level If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the screen Seating and posture When using your computer maintain good posture with your body relaxed and your weight distributed evenly Proper seating is a primary factor in reducing work strain Some people find a backless chair more comfortable than a conventional chair Below eye level SSA Approximately 90 angles Correct posture and positioning of the computer Position your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly lower than the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably w
28. center hole and edge If you handle the disc incorrectly you could lose data If the disc is dusty clean it as described in Caring for CDs and DVDs on page 96 6 Place the disc carefully in the disc tray label side up Positioning the disc in the drive 7 Gently press the disc onto the center spindle until it clicks into place Be careful not to touch the drive s lens located underneath the drive s spindle or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction Learning the Basics Q Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive GO 8 Make sure the disc is completely on the spindle and is lying flat on the tray A CAUTION f you insert the disc incorrectly it may jam the drive If this happens contact your network administrator for assistance 9 Push the disc tray in by pressing gently on the center of the tray until it clicks into place You are ready to use the disc Playing an audio CD Insert an audio CD and close the disc tray The computer automatically detects a disc in the drive and opens the Audio CD window To play an audio CD select the Play Audio CD using Windows Media Player option and click OK The Windows Media Player opens and the CD begins to play You can use the Windows Media Player program to control the CD To access the Windows Media Player you can open it through the Start menu or activate it from the taskbar NOTE When using Windows Media Pl
29. compliant The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line Excessive RENS on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call In most but not all areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENS contact the local telephone company For products approved after July 23 2001 the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the format US AAAEQHFTXXXX 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
30. copying files 155 critical applications 2 customizing taskbar 146 D desktop browsing style 148 changing styles 148 personalizing 146 Device Manager 197 checking properties 197 198 disabling a device 197 digital audio WAV files 158 disc positioning 92 Disk Defragmenter 206 disk drive corrupted damaged data files 206 missing files trouble accessing a disk 205 running slow 205 diskette care 87 copying documents to 86 copying files 86 inserting and removing 85 protecting stored data 87 diskette drive attaching external USB 130 131 can t insert a diskette 206 can t read a diskette 207 display doesn t look normal flickers 203 external monitor not working 204 we 257 external monitor connecting 135 external adjusting 136 hot key 135 screen is blank 202 display panel closing 70 turn off automatically 121 displaying folder information 151 disposal information 27 disposing of used batteries 127 DMA Direct Memory Access 196 double click 58 DVD player general problems 214 DVD ROM Multifunction drive opening 91 troubleshooting 207 E environment computer friendly 42 ergonomics 43 45 error Messages device driver conflict 194 general hardware problem 194 non system disk or disk error 191 206 problem with display settings current settings not working with hardware 204 program has performed an illegal operation 190 warning resume failure 191 Error checking 205 Ethernet LAN Port
31. few minutes and don t want to turn off the computer 1 Press Fn then press F1 The screen goes blank 2 Move the Dual Pointing Device or press a key On the displayed screen select a user 3 For the selected user If you have not registered a user password press Enter If you have registered a user password type the password and press Enter The desktop displays Setting a Windows user password To register a password for the Windows Logon and Instant Password functions 1 Click Start then Control Panel 2 Click User Accounts 3 Select Create a password 4 Enter the password and password hint as directed Keeping Your Files Safe 1 19 User level passwords 5 Click Create Password 6 Click the Close icon x to close the User Accounts window When you log into Windows you will be asked for this password This password will also be required to bring the machine out of the instant security mode that lt Fn gt lt F1 gt places the machine into Setting a user level password in System Setup HINT If you forget your password and have lost your password service diskette contact Toshiba Technical Support For more information refer to If you need further assistance on page 21 7 To register a user level password in System Setup and create a password service diskette 1 Click Start then Shut Down Select Shut down and click OK The computer shuts down and turns itself off 2 Co
32. five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged If the battery light LED flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery go to step 4 Mobile Computing 1 21 Disposing of used batteries 4 Connect the AC adapter to the computer and the power cord cable to a power outlet The DC IN or AC power light LED should glow green and the Battery LED should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged If the DC IN or AC power light indicator does not glow power is not being supplied Check the connections for the AC adapter and power cord cable 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery LED glows green Ifyou have extra battery packs rotate their use If you will not be using the system for an extended period more than one month remove the battery pack Disconnect the AC adapter when the battery is fully charged Overcharging makes the battery hot and shortens life If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adapter Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Disposing of used batteries The life of a battery pack should last for years When the battery pack needs replacing the main battery light flashes amber shortly after you have fully recharged the battery You must discard a battery if it becomes damaged 1 P Mobile Computing Traveling tips AWARN
33. hot key combination Fn F3 By pressing the power button By closing the display panel 108 Learning the Basics Using Standby To put the computer into Standby mode when you press the power button or close the display panel you must preset the mode Click Start Control Panel 1 The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears l TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate E The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes J Plugged in Ma ia Power source TFull Power Ii o Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 182 hours Life on Hibernation 31 days Running on batteries Long Life a SQ Normal Q High Power E DVD Playback J v amp Presentation lt a CE Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar Show Intel SpeedStep R Technology icon on the taskbar TOSHIBA ab Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab Learning the Basics 1 09 Using Standby Full Power Properties General Power Save Mode System Power Mode Device Se
34. identifies the file as being created in the program with a particular format For example Microsoft Word saves files with a doc extension Any file name with an extension of doc is assumed to be a Microsoft Word file Creating your own extension is usually unwise since the program is unlikely to recognize a strange extension and may refuse to handle your file correctly Printing your work Verify that the Windows XP operating system is set up for your printer as described in Setting up a printer on page 66 i TECHNICAL NOTE You only need to set up the printer the first L time you connect it If you use more than one printer or are A 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 now 2 Open the File menu of your Windows program and click Print The program displays a Print dialog box Learning the Basics 85 Using optional external disks m General Options Select Printer oe Bs Add Printer Fax Printer Status Ready Print to file Location Comment Find Printer Page Range All Number of copies 1 Pages 1 m Er aa 13 2 Enter either a single page number or a single 1 11 2 page range For example 5 1 Sample Print dialog box 3 Specify the print parameters For example the range of pages and number of copies to print 4 Click Print Us
35. 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 Toshiba Corporation Toshiba America Information Systems Inc or an authorized representative of Toshiba or the Toshiba Support Centre within the United States at 800 457 7777 or Outside the United States at 949 859 4273 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Disconnection If you should ever decide to permanently disconnect your modem from its present line please call the telephone company and let them know of this change Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device including Fax machines to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business other entity or
36. individual The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long distance transmission charges In order to program this information into your fax transmission refer to the fax software instructions installed on this computer 6 Alarm Equipment If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line ensure the installation of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a qualified installer Instructions for IC CS 03 Certified Equipment 1 NOTICE The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document s The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user s satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative desig
37. level password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke Use this feature when you need to leave your desk for a few minutes and don t want to turn off the computer To use an instant password press Fn and F1 simultaneously Pressing this hot key freezes the keyboard and AccuPoint II and blanks the screen An instant password has no effect on an optional serial mouse or trackball If you have not registered a user level password press Enter to unlock your system If you have registered a user level password type your password and press Enter If you enter the password correctly the computer returns to where it was when you pressed the hot key Using a supervisor password A supervisor password prevents other users from changing hardware configuration options Setting a supervisor password 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Point to Toshiba Console then click the resulting Toshiba Console selection The Toshiba Console window appears 3 Select Security 186 Keeping Your Files Safe Using a supervisor password t TOSHIBA Console Supervisor User password passwor p Sample Toshiba Console Security window 4 GO N A A 9 Click the Supervisor password icon then click on the Supervisor Password tab Select Set Enter a password then enter it again to verify Click Set Click OK 1f you want to save the password to a text file on a diskette Click Cancel if you
38. 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 gt Sd 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 i LINK port and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to t
39. memory that can be read but not written to By non volatile we mean that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM we 253 select To highlight or otherwise specify text data or graphics with the intent to perform some operation on it serial Processes that occur one at a time In communications it means the transmission of one bit at a time sequentially over a single channel On your computer the serial port provides a serial interface between the computer and an appropriate device Compare parallel shortcut See keyboard shortcut software See program Compare hardware Standby A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again Suspend A feature of some Windows operating systems that allows you to turn off the computer without exiting your open applications and to continue from where you left off when you turn the computer on again system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk or a startup disk Co
40. mode 143 using in Standby mode 143 secondary control button 58 security password 176 serial printer connecting 134 setting up computer 49 printer 66 Shut down using 99 Slim SelectBay modules 137 removing module 138 unlatching 138 sound problem solving 208 speakers connecting external 158 Standby command 98 107 Standby mode 98 hot key 224 starting a program 79 Run dialog box 81 Windows Explorer 80 Windows Start menu 79 starting the computer password 184 Startup menu problem solving 192 stored data protection 2 Super Long Life mode 172 supervisor password deleting 186 supervisor password set up 185 T taskbar customizing 146 toolbars displaying in a window 151 Toshiba Forum 218 Internet Web sites 219 online services 218 registering computer 50 262 e Toshiba Accessories information 40 41 TOSHIBA Button Controls 170 TOSHIBA Console 168 Toshiba Hardware Setup 174 TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 166 traveling tips 128 troubleshooting AccuPoint If 201 202 DVD player general problems 214 DVD ROM Multifunction drive 207 external keyboard 201 keyboard 201 AccuPoint II problems 201 keypad overlay 201 Turn Off using 99 Turn Off command 100 Turn Off methods 100 turning off the computer 69 U Uniform Resource Locator URL 146 URL Uniform Resource Locator 146 USB compatible diskette drive connecting 130 keyboard connecting 65 mouse connecting 65 printer connecting 65 user password
41. monitor see Connecting other external devices on page 68 and Using external display devices on page 135 Connect a local printer see Connecting a printer on page 65 Connecting a USB printer on page 134 and Connecting a serial or parallel printer on page 134 Install PC Cards see Using PC Cards on page 139 Connecting a power source Your computer requires power to operate Use the power cord cable and AC adapter to connect the computer to a live electrical outlet or to charge the computer s battery 5 Getting Started Connecting a power source AC adapter Sample Power cord cable and AC adapter AWARNING Hold the power cord cable by its plug when you connect disconnect it Do NOT pull the cable itself Doing so may damage the power cord cable and result in a short circuit or electric shock AWARNING When you connect the AC adapter to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual 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 A CAUTION USe only the AC adapter supplied with your computer or an equivalent adapter that is compatible Use of any incompatible adapter could damage
42. network consult your system administrator before you choose your computer name and network settings 5 Set the correct date time and time zone for your computer and click Next Your computer restarts automatically Registering your computer with Toshiba Product registration is strongly recommended and allows Toshiba to send Customer periodic updates announcements and special offers applicable to the product Product registration can be completed 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 www register toshiba com Customer failure to complete Product Registration will not diminish Customer rights under this limited Warranty Adding external devices NOTE Before adding external devices Toshiba recommends setting up your software See Setting up your software on page 49 Before starting to use your computer you may also want to Getting Started D Connecting a power source Add more memory see Using the AccuPoint IT on page 57 Connect a mouse see Connecting an external USB mouse on page 65 and Connecting a mouse to the Advanced Port Replicator on page 133 Connect a full size keyboard see Connecting an external USB keyboard on page 65 and Connecting a keyboard to the Advanced Port Replicator on page 132 Connect an external
43. o a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Turning 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 disk away from objects that generate strong magnetic fields such as large stereo speakers Information on disks is stored magnetically Placing a magnet too close to a disk can erase important files Scan all new files for viruses This precaution is especially important for files you receive via email or download from the Internet Occasionally even new programs you buy from a supplier may contain a computer virus You will 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 CAUTION T0 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 NOTE Gett
44. ocsupport 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 If you are new to computers or have not used a notebook computer before read through the first couple of chapters to familiarize yourself with the components of the computer and how to turn it on After that seek out whatever interests you most 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 Introduction 3 Safety icons CO 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 AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage NOTE Provides important information 40 Introduction
45. on CAUTION Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive 1 Press the eject button on the drive CAUTION Ifthe disc is still spinning when you open the disc tray wait for it to stop before removing It 2 Pull the tray until it is fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Gently push the tray in to close it Removing compact discs with the computer off To remove a compact disc with the computer turned off 1 Insert a slender object such as a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole CAUTION Never press the eject button or turn off the computer while the drive in use light is glowing Doing so could damage the disk or the drive 2 Gently pull the tray out until it is fully open remove the disc and place it in its protective cover 3 Gently push the tray in to close it 96 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Caring for CDs and DVDs gt gt gt gt Store your discs in their original containers to protect them from scratches and keep them clean Do not bend a disc or place heavy objects on top of it Do not apply a label to or otherwise mar the surface of a disc Hold a disc by its outside edge Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the DVD ROM drive or multi function drive from rea
46. on line Check that the printer has plenty of paper Some printers will not start printing when there are just two or three sheets of paper left in the tray Make sure the printer cable is firmly attached to the computer and the printer Run the printer s self test to check for any problem with the printer itself Make sure you installed the proper printer drivers as shown in Setting up a printer on page 66 You may have connected the printer while the computer is on Disable Standby mode turn off the computer and turn off the printer Turn the printer back on make sure it is on line then turn the computer back on Try printing another file For example you could create and attempt to print a short test file using Notepad If a Notepad file prints correctly the problem may be in your original file If you cannot resolve the problem contact the printer s manufacturer The printer will not print what you see on the screen Many programs display information on the screen differently from the way they print it See if your program has a print preview mode This mode lets you see your work exactly as it will print Contact the software manufacturer for more information Modem problems This section lists common modem problems lf Something Goes Wrong 2 3 Internet Problems The modem will not receive or transmit properly Make sure the cable from the modem to the telephone line is firmly connected to
47. on page 194 The computer is not accessing the hard disk or the optional external diskette drive Your computer normally loads the operating system from the hard disk If you have a hard disk problem you will not be able to start the computer Insert a system diskette into the optional external diskette drive and press F12 when the machine starts and use the arrow keys to select the boot up device The computer displays the WARNING RESUME FAILURE message The computer was placed in Stand By mode and the battery has discharged Data stored in the computer s memory has been lost To charge the battery leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours For more information see Power and the batteries on page 199 The computer displays the Non System disk or disk error message Make sure there is no diskette in the optional external diskette drive If there is one remove it and press any key to continue If pressing any key does not work press Ctrl Alt and Del to restart the computer 1 92 lf Something Goes Wrong The Windows operating system is not working The Windows operating system is not working Once you are familiar with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to your work routine you can easily detect if the operating system is not working correctly For example The operating system fails to start after the Starting Windows XP message appears
48. on the taskbar Show Intel SpeedStep R Technology icon on the taskbar Close Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window In the Running on batteries area click the Details button Click the System Power Mode tab Select Hibernation for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Hibernation so that the computer will go into Hibernation mode when you close the display panel 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here 1 0 4 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation The Set the range window appears Set the range A Select the range to override DC only All Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following gt Click DC only if you want the settings to apply only when you are using battery power Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click the Hibernate tab then click the Enable hibernate support check box 11 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Going into Hibernation mode If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer using the Hibernation command as follows 1 Click Start Tur
49. please make periodic back up copies of all the data stored on the hard disk or other storage devices as a precaution against possible failures alteration or loss of the data IF YOUR DATA IS ALTERED OR LOST DUE TO ANY TROUBLE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE HARD DISK DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AND THE DATA CANNOT BE RECOVERED TOSHIBA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE RESULTING THEREFROM WHEN COPYING OR TRANSFERRING YOUR DATA PLEASE BE SURE TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE DATA HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY COPIED OR TRANSFERRED TOSHIBA DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR THE FAILURE TO COPY OR TRANSFER THE DATA CORRECTLY Critical Applications The computer you have purchased is not designed for any critical applications Critical applications means life support systems medical applications connections to implanted medical devices commercial transportation nuclear facilities or systems or any other applications where product failure could lead to injury to persons or loss of life or catastrophic property damage ACCORDINGLY TOSHIBA ITS AFFILIATES AND SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN ANY CRITICAL APPLICATIONS IF YOU USE THE COMPUTER PRODUCTS IN A CRITICAL APPLICATION YOU AND NOT TOSHIBA ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUCH USE FCC Notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
50. system indicator panel is on do not turn off the power Doing so may damage your hard disk For more information see Powering down the computer on page 96 10 Getting Started Powering off the computer 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 Ifyou have the audible warning set the computer will beep to notify you that it is still on See Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 174 If you have an action feature set the computer will perform that action Nothing Standby Hibernate For more information see Power Management on page 171 Different ways to turn the computer on and off Pressing the power button is not the only way to turn on and off the computer Alternatives include Using Hot Key combinations Opening and closing the display panel For more information see Using Hibernation on page 102 and Using Standby on page 106 Getting Started 11 Caring for your computer Caring for your computer This section gives tips on cleaning and moving your computer For information about taking care of your computer s main battery see Safety precautions on page 125 Cleaning the computer Keep liquid including cleaning fluid out of the compu
51. the LCD Display Stretch option enabled and the Display area resolution set to 640 x 480 Expansion Options 1 3 Using Slim SelectBay modules or 800 x 600 the image on the internal display panel may appear stretched Using Slim SelectBay modules The Slim SelectBay gives you additional flexibility By inserting and removing Slim SelectBay modules you can configure your computer for the task at hand without having to carry unnecessary components with you when you travel For example any one of several modules can be used in the Slim SelectBay DVD ROM drive This drive can also be used as a standard CD ROM drive CD R RW drive multi function drive DVD Multi drive Weight saver insert a honeycomb piece of plastic that reinforces the Slim SelectBay for travel The weight saver Came in your computer s accessories box HINT Items from this list that did not come with your computer can be purchased separately See the accessories information packaged with your system or visit Toshiba s Web site at toshibaaccessories com Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay CAUTION Use caution when lifting or turning your computer Failure to do so may result in damage to components such as cables attached to your computer or to the computer itself 1 Turn off the computer 1 38 Expansion Options Using Slim SelectBay modules P lile Gp b You may also hot swap a modul
52. 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 he 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 o gt 1 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 employed 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 us
53. the computer s modem port and the telephone line jack Check the port settings to make sure the hardware and software are referring to the same COM port See Determining the COM port on page 153 Check the communications parameters baud rate parity data length and stop bits specified in the communications program It should be set up to transmit at 300 1200 2400 4800 9600 14400 28800 33600 bps bits per second or higher Refer to the program s documentation and the modem manual for information on how to change these settings The modem is on set up properly and still will not transmit or receive data Make sure the line has a dial tone Connect a telephone handset to the line to check this The other system may be busy or off line Try making a test transmission to someone else Internet Problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include modem speed time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser can not find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter missed period dot or other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate t
54. the keyboard and the screws Replace the panel that contains the Power and TOSHIBA Console buttons 6 Restart the computer Getting Started 65 Connecting an external USB mouse Connecting an external USB mouse You may want to use a mouse instead of the computer s built in pointing device the AccuPoint II You can attach an external mouse to one of the computer s USB ports provided the mouse is USB compatible 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 NOTE The emulation Fn key is not supported when using a USB keyboard Connecting a printer You can connect a local printer to your computer Your computer has USB connectivity Connecting a printer with a parallel or serial interface requires a port replicator See Using a printer with the Advanced Port Replicator on page 134 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 Alternatively your organization may keep a stock of cables consult your network administrator Otherwise you can purchase one from a computer or electronics store 66 Getting Started Connecting a printer Connecting a USB printer 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 3 Connect the printer
55. use You can access the Auto Switch feature in any of the following ways From the taskbar right click the Config Free icon and then click Auto Switch Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 239 Using Auto Switch From the Profile Settings screen you can click the Auto Switch button Auto Switch Cable Disconnect If a wired network cable is disconnected from the network the Auto Switch Cable Disconnect option will automatically switch to another network device Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs If your notebook computer is connected to multiple wired LAN devices and the physical connection to all of these devices is disconnected ConfigFree switches to a wireless LAN device However if the cable connection to only one wired LAN device is disconnected ConfigFree will not switch to a wireless device Auto Switch SSID The Auto Switch SSID option automatically switches to a different profile if your notebook computer is connected to a wireless LAN network and a network failure occurs ConfigFree detects the Service Set Identifier SSID of the wireless network that you are connected to If the SSID matches the Wireless Network SSID specified in Auto Switch the ConfigFree switches to the corresponding profile NOTE If your notebook computer is connected to multiple wireless LAN devices the Auto Switch SSID feature is disabled To enable this feature only one wireless LAN de
56. 195 196 high pitched noise 208 illegal operation 190 Internet bookmarked site not found 194 Internet connection is slow 193 keyboard not responding 191 missing files trouble accessing a disk 205 modem not receiving or transmitting 213 no sound 208 non system disk or disk error 191 206 PC Card 209 checklist 210 error occurs 21 1 hot swapping fails 211 not recognized 211 slots appear dead 210 power and batteries 199 printer 212 program not responding 188 program not working properly 206 screen does not look right flickers 203 Startup options 192 system resources 195 trouble prevention 216 URL address not found 193 warning resume failure 191 Windows won t start 191 Windows XP not working 192 problems forgetting your password 179 program starting 79 programs not running correctly 206 protection of stored data 2 261 R recording adjusting quality 159 recording sounds 158 Recovery media 40 transferring application files 156 registering computer 50 remaining battery power 117 removing PC Cards 140 Restart command 97 restoring work 88 RJ11 modem jack connecting telephone cable 68 Run dialog box 81 running the computer on battery power 112 S safety computer 128 disposing of batteries 127 icons 39 saving files 82 screen blank 202 doesn t look normal flickers 203 screen saver enabling 121 SD card formatting 143 installing drivers 142 installing in SD slot 142 using 141 using in Hibernation
57. C Card problems ccce 209 Printer problems scssi 211 Modem problems cenen 212 Internet Problems cece eeesesssseeeeeessssseeeees 213 DVD operating probDleMs ccceecceeseeeeeeseees 214 Develop good computing habits 216 If you need further assistance cceeeeeeee eee 217 CHORE WOURG AM eesis trosne 218 Contacting Toshiba 218 Other Toshiba Internet Web sites 219 Toshiba s worldwide offices eccerre 220 Appendix A Hot KEYS 220 Volume Mute 222 Password security eeccerrrecerrrreerrrrrrrennn 222 Without a password ccccccceeeseeeeseeseeeeeeeeees 222 With a password cecer 223 Power USAGE mode c cc ceccceesessseeessesseeeeeessees 223 Standby MOE 224 Hibernation mode ccccccccceeeeccccceeesecccaeeeeess 225 36 Contents Display Modes ereere 226 DispiAy DrOntNGSS corsecnseseii 226 Wireless device enable disable 221 Keyboard hot keys eccccecceessseeeeeseessseeeeeeeeeens 221 Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors 220 USA and Canada 228 United Kingdom sccccccccccererrrrr 228 7 USI 6 I e E AE 228 UAE e e ee A 220 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba C0 00 0101 See 230 Getting Started 231 ConfigFree Main Screen uuu eeceeeeseeeeeeeees 231 Starting COnfigFree cece esesseeeeseeeeeees 232 Configuring ConfigFree cesses sence 232 ContigFree Utilities cc eecceecsseseeeeeens 233 Connectivi
58. D ROM drive should appear in the list lf Something Goes Wrong 2 D DVD operating problems 7 See Checking device properties on page 197 for instructions on using Device Manager to view the DVD ROM properties 8 Check the Toshiba Web site for new information on DVD ROM drives and their operation A blank screen appears while watching a DVD ROM movie or title Disable the Shut off Monitor feature in the Display Properties using the following steps 1 Click the secondary mouse button on a blank area of the desktop Click Properties Click the Screen Saver tab Deselect Shut off Monitor Jumping video lines appear around the DVD ROM video window To change the screen s display resolution 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears 2 Click Appearance and Themes and double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box appears Click the Settings tab Next to the words Desktop Area move the slider to a lower setting such as 800 x 600 or 640 x 480 5 Click OK DVD titles games or applications appear distorted Having Stretch enabled when your video resolution is set to 640 x 480 or 800 x 600 can cause distortion To disable 216 lf Something Goes Wrong Develop good computing habits Stretch go into Hardware Setup and disable it For more information see Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 174 The screen saver runs while you are watching a movie or title
59. ING ne computers main battery is a Lithium lon Li lon battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Putting spent batteries in the trash is not only irresponsible it may be illegal Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by Toshiba After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under federal state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority for details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly If you cannot find the information you need elsewhere call Toshiba at 800 457 7777 Traveling tips The environmental precautions listed in Selecting a place to work on page 39 also apply while traveling Never leave your computer on a sunny ledge or in a place where it could get wet or covered in dust Always travel with the computer in a carrying case Toshiba offers a choice of carrying cases for the computer They all provide plenty of extra space for manuals power cords cables and compact discs Contact your authorized Toshiba representative for more information TECHNICAL NOTE When traveling by air you may be required to pass your notebook through airport security equipment
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61. Port PC DING QUOD sasana 133 Connecting a mouse to the Advanced Port Replicator ccs 133 Using a printer with the Advanced Port REDICALOT soncereseuasnicnmnssacntcentacenweteastatbecuees 134 Connecting a USB printer eee eee 134 Connecting a serial or parallel printer 0 134 Using external display devices ceeeeeeeeeeees 135 Directing the display output when you turn on the COMPUTED ccecce 135 Adjusting the quality of the external display 136 Display limitations o n 136 Using Slim SelectBay modules ccceeeeeee 137 Removing a module from the Slim SelectBay ereere 137 Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay 139 Using PC CardScan 139 Inserting a PC Card ccce 139 Removing a PC Card eeens 140 Hot swapping PC Cards cece eeeereen 141 Using an SD Card eeren 141 Installing SD card drivers ene 142 Installing the SD card in the SD slot 142 Contents 33 Formatting an SD Card ccnn 143 Using Standby or Hibernate while using the SD card eriseeria 143 Removing an SD card sssccscccscccncrenen 143 Using the i LINK port c ce ceeeceeeeeeereereereeeeee 144 Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity 145 Windows XP special features 0 0c cee 145 Personalizing your CESKtOP cceceeeeeeeeeseees 146 Customizing the taSkbar cccccc eee eeeeeeen 146 Bringing the world to your desktop 0 147 Changing desktop and browsing style 148 Personaliz
62. TE If you connect a PS 2 keyboard to the computer while it is in standby or Hibernation mode you will not be able to use the keyboard when you turn on the computer Making your external keyboard emulate the Fn key An external keyboard does not have the Fn key provided by the computer s built in keyboard You can use the Fn Key Emulation option in Toshiba Hardware Setup to assign an external keyboard key combination that will emulate the internal keyboard s Fn key In Toshiba Hardware Setup you can emulate the Fn keys by setting key combinations in the keyboard option of the utility See Toshiba Hardware Setup on page 174 for more information NOTE The Fn emulation key is not supported when using a USB keyboard Expansion Options 1 33 Using a mouse with the Advanced Port Replicator Using a mouse with the Advanced Port Replicator If you prefer to use an external mouse you can attach one to a PS 2 port serial port or USB port on the optional Advanced Port Replicator provided the mouse is PS 2 serial or USB compatible NOTE A PS 2 compatible mouse disables the AccuPoint II device A CAUTION When connecting any PS 2 or serial device turn off your computer to prevent any possible hardware damage Connecting a mouse to the Advanced Port Replicator To connect the USB PS 2 or serial mouse to the optional Advanced Port Replicator gently push the mouse cable into the USB PS 2 or seri
63. WEEN 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 Port g and Noteworthy are registered trademarks FreedomWare and SmartMedia are trademarks of Toshiba 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 Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation ConfigFree is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance 2 Dolby Manufactured by Toshiba under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories TouchPad 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 elae org Contents Introduction coscscsosccaccennsevce
64. a document See also document file allocation table FAT The section of a disk that keeps track of the location of files stored on the disk file name A set of characters that uniquely identifies a file within a particular folder It consists of two parts the actual name and the file name extension See also file extension file extension The three characters following the period pronounced dot at the end of a file name The extension indicates the type of file Examples are exe for program files and hlp for help files See also file name folder Also called directory A container for organizing files saved to a disk A folder is symbolized on screen by a graphical image icon of a file folder A folder can contain files and other folders format verb To prepare a blank disk for use with the computer s operating system Formatting creates a structure on the disk so the operating system can write information to the disk or read information from it 248 om frontside bus The primary pathway bus between the CPU and the computer s main memory Also called system bus See also bus function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 typically located on the keyboard Their function is determined by the operating system and or individual programs G gigabyte GB A unit of data equal to 1 073 741 824 bytes 1024 x 1024 x 1024 bytes See also byte ground A conductor to which
65. a CD or DVD aaea 94 Removing compact discs with the COMPUTED ON eeeeeseccceeeceesseeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeees 95 Removing compact discs with the computer off errr 95 Caring for CDs and DVDS ascen 96 Powering down the COMpUTET c cccceeeeeess 96 T r Off or SAUE GOW Wl morsissiississississisissnisess 97 Restart coMMand ieren 97 Hibernation COMMANA ccenn 98 Standby command seeren 98 Using Turn Off or Shut down sssccscccecccen 99 Turning off more Quickly ecsccccscccecn 100 Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down 102 Using Hibernation ccce 102 Enabling the Hibernation command 0 00 102 Going into Hibernation mode c ee 104 Going into Hibernation mode more quickly 106 Starting again from Hibernation 106 Using SEAMGDY scdescccncdessstincubsadnedetconctdctandnedsbautectes 106 Contents 37 Going into Standby mode more quickly 107 Starting again from Standby ossec 110 Toshiba s Online r SOUICES ccccccceseeeeeteeees 110 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing 111 Toshiba s energy Saver design cccceeceeeeeees 111 Running the computer on battery power 112 Battery Notice ceccessssceescesseeeeseesseeneeens 112 Power management ccecce 113 Using additional batteries 113 Charging batteries 113 Charging the batteries cecsescesseeseseeeeens 114 Charging the main battery cece 114 Charging the RTC battery 0 0 0
66. 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 CAUTION 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 C This device complies with the essential requirements of the R amp 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 10 Hereby TOSHIBA 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 Valmistaja TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company vakuuttaa t ten ett Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen muka
67. adio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product 13 In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment industrial device scientific device medical device like microwave oven licensed premises radio station and non licensed specified low power radio station for mobile object identification system RF ID that is used in product line of factories Other Radio Stations are used 1 Please make sure before using this equipment that no Other Radio Stations are used in the neighborhood 2 In case that RF interference occurs to Other Radio Stations from this equipment please change promptly the frequency for use place to use or stop emitting Radio 3 Please contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have a problem such as interference from this equipment to Other Radio Stations 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4DSOF4 aes ee a 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 EE GS E This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is possible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444
68. age in an individual window If you subscribe to the Web page it can be automatically updated on a regular basis For example using this Web integration feature you can monitor weather game scores stock prices or headlines all in the window of your choice 1 50 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Customizing window toolbars You can display one or more customizable toolbars at the top of a window As you browse the operating system detects the kind of information presented in the window and automatically displays the appropriate toolbar buttons and menus You can also add these toolbars to the taskbar Address bar Standard buttons P My Computer DAR Fie Edit View Favorites Tools Help B Search E Folders Files Stored on This Computer H Shared Documents Hard Disk Drives ai D 53408200000 C e Local Disk D Devices with Removable Storage Removable Disk F Sample toolbar locations Enhancing Productivity 1 D Personalizing your desktop The elements you can add to the top of the window are Toolbar element Description Address Bar Opens Web pages programs folders or documents By default the address bar shows your current location and whether it is a folder or a Web page You can browse to another location by typing an address a URL a path or even a pro gram name If you start typing a previously typed address the AutoComplete feature fin is
69. al enabling information to pass back and forth between digital computers and analog telephone lines motherboard The main circuit board in the computer It contains the processor memory and other primary components MS DOS prompt See system prompt multimedia A combination of two or more media such as sound animation and video in a computer program or presentation Musical Instrument Digital Interface See MIDI N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which each pixel of every line is refreshed as the electron beam scans across and down the screen Compare interlaced mee 05 non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk online Available through the computer Online may refer to information being read from your own computer s hard disk such as online documentation or online help or to information coming from another company on a company network or the Internet operating system A set of programs that controls how the computer works Examples of operating systems are the Windows XP Professional and Windows XP Home operating systems palette See color palet
70. al port NOTE If you connect a PS 2 mouse to the Advanced Port Replicator while it is in Standby or Hibernation mode you will not be able to use the mouse when you turn on the computer If you connect a PS 2 mouse to the optional Advance Port Replicator the mouse cursor may move irregularly after hot docking the computer Simply wait a few minutes until the mouse stabilizes 134 Expansion Options Using a printer with the Advanced Port Replicator Using a printer with the Advanced Port Replicator In addition to connecting a printer to your computer you can also connect a printer to an Advanced Port Replicator The replicator supports a USB serial or parallel compatible printer Before you can connect the printer to the replicator you need to know whether it uses a USB serial or parallel interface Check the printer s documentation If the printer is not a USB printer and can be switched between serial and parallel mode chose parallel because it is faster Connecting a USB printer To connect a USB printer to the Advanced Port Replicator 1 2 Connect the computer to the port replicator Connect the flat end of the USB cable to the USB port on the port replicator Connect the other end of the USB cable to the printer Connect the printer s power cable to a power outlet and turn on the printer Connecting a serial or parallel printer To connect a printer to a serial or parallel port on the
71. all components of an electric circuit are connected It has a potential of zero 0 volts is connected to the earth and is the point of reference for voltages in the circuit H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hardware The physical components of a computer system Compare software Hibernation A feature of many Toshiba notebook computers that saves to the hard disk the current state of your work including all open files and programs when you turn the computer off When you turn on the computer again your work is returned to the same state it was when the computer was turned off See also Standby Suspend high density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that holds 1 44 MB of data See also diskette hot key 1 A feature in which certain keys in combination with the Fn key can set system options or control system parameters such as the battery save mode 2 A key or combination of keys that activates a memory resident program hot swapping The ability to add or remove devices from a computer while the computer is running and have the operating system au
72. anel Starting again from Standby To start up the computer from Standby mode press and release the power button until the on off light changes to green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you put the computer in Standby mode by closing the display panel you can start the computer again by opening the display panel Toshiba s online resources Toshiba maintains a number of online sites to which you can connect These sites provide information about Toshiba products give help with technical questions and keep you up to date with future upgrades For more information see Contacting Toshiba on page 218 Chapter 3 Mobile Computing This chapter covers all aspects of using your computer while traveling Toshiba s energy saver design Your computer enters a low power standby mode when it is not being used thereby conserving energy and saving money in the process It has a number of other features that enhance its energy efficiency Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling Many of these energy saving features have been set by Toshiba We recommend you leave these features active allowing your computer to operate at its maximum energy efficiency so that you can use it for longer periods while traveling
73. apply only when you are using battery power gt Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control Panel Starting again after Turn Off or Shut down To start the computer up again press and release the power button the on off light changes to green Using Hibernation Enabling the Hibernation command Hibernation is a default setting If it should become disabled you can enable it as follows 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon Learning the Basics 03 Using Hibernation The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate FE The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You mm can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes 7 J Plugged in Ps ona Power source FF ull Power Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 182 hours Life on Hibernation Details 31 days Running on batteries Long Life A Create copy Normal Q High Power E DVD Playback Presentation lt a Details Show Power Saver Properties icon
74. at loads and initializes the operating system See also reboot boot disk See system disk boot priority startup sequence The order in which the computer accesses its disk drives to locate the startup files Under the default startup sequence the computer looks for the startup files in the diskette drive before checking the hard disk bus An electrical circuit that connects the central processing unit CPU with other parts of the computer such as the video adapter disk drives and ports It is the pathway through which data flows from one device to another See also bus speed frontside bus bus speed The speed at which the central processing unit CPU communicates with the other parts of the computer 244 oo byte A sequence of eight bits A byte is the smallest addressable unit of data See also bit gigabyte kilobyte megabyte C cache A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also CPU cache LI cache L2 cache CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD ROM compact disc read only memory A form of high capacity storage that uses laser optics instead of magnetic means for reading data See also CD Compare DVD ROM central processing unit CPU The chip that functions as the brain of the computer It takes information fr
75. ayer your system may not be able to activate Standby or Hibernation modes To prevent this from occurring close Windows Media Player before you select standby or Hibernation mode TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Z Q 4 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Fie view Play Tools Help f Playlist1 v oe Now i i y Media Guide Copy from CD Media Library 2 Radio Tuner Copyto CD or Device Skin Chooser Sample Windows Media Player screen The Windows Media Player control panel works much like an ordinary compact disc player To play the CD or to pause click the Play pause button on the CD Player control panel To stop the CD click the Stop button AWARNING Before using headphones to listen to an audio CD turn the volume dial down Playing the CD with the volume set too high could damage your ears Viewing the contents of a CD or DVD CDs and DVDs contain files just like the hard disk CDs are often used to install software or store files that require lots of space such as photographs and large presentation files You can use Explorer or My Computer to view the contents of any CD or DVD Learning the Basics Q Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive O1 Removing compact discs with the computer on To remove a compact disc CD or DVD with the computer turned
76. be installed in order to enable Quick Connect For more information see Quick Connect on page 237 Getting Started This section contains information about the ConfigFree main screen and how to start and configure ConfigFree ConfigFree Main Screen aax P eet ph Tal Crmtanetrorter iactari No Problem found Connectivit sa 7 Stay on the task tray ConfigFree main screen Stay on the task tray Select this check box to display the ConfigFree icon in the taskbar Options Use to configure options in ConfigFree For more information see Configuring ConfigFree on page 232 230 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer Getting Started Create LOG Creates and displays a log file containing diagnostic information about devices connected to the network About Displays version information about ConfigFree Help Displays the online help file Starting ConfigFree To start ConfigFree do any of the following Microsoft Windows XP users Click the Start button and then point to All Programs Point to the TOSHIBA ConfigFree folder and then click ConfigFree Microsoft Windows 2000 users Click the Start button and then point to Programs Point to the TOSHIBA ConfigFree folder and then click ConfigFree Double click the ConfigFree icon 4 on the taskbar 4 Click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar and then click the desired ut
77. box appear Choose a user name and key the associated password to make the display reappear Power usage mode F2 Fn e This hot key displays the power usage pop up win dow and cycles through the battery save modes TAI Long Life Sample power usage modes The properties of each mode are set in the Toshiba Power Management utility For more information see Power Management on page 171 224 k vt mode Standby mode F3 Fn st This hot key puts the computer into Standby mode A message box is displayed by default to confirm that the computer is going into Standby mode You can choose not to display this message box Do vou with to switch the machine to standby Do not show this message in the future Sample Standby confirmation box For more information about Standby mode please see Using Standby on page 106 wes 225 Hibernation mode Hibernation mode F4 Fn 2 This hot key puts the computer into Hibernation mode If Hibernation mode is enabled the default a message box 1s displayed by default to confirm the computer is going into Hibernation mode You can choose not to display this message box Do vou wish to switch the machine to hibernation Do not show this message in the future Sample Hibernation confirmation box If Hibernation mode is disabled this hot key will not respond For more information on Hibernation mode see Usin
78. by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because Wireless LAN products operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Wireless LAN is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Wireless LAN may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment Regulatory Information The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product This device complies with the following radio frequency and safety standards Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies wit
79. click TOSHIBA Mobile Extension The TOSHIBA Mobile Extension dialog box appears 2 Under the Mobile Extension Service tab you can select behaviors to enable or disable like Warm Undock Service and Parallel Port Check by checking or unchecking the appropriate box Toshiba Utilities 1 6 Expansion device properties TOSHIBA Mobile Extension X Mobile Extension Service Bay Service Display Change Service Select the behaviors you want V Eject PC and Sleep Service Sleep Mode Standby x MV Check WakeON Device Parallel Port Check Notify Message Setting MV Show undock complete message MV Show message when AC has been disconnected Sample Mobile Extension Service tab options 3 Under the SelectBay Service tab you can select behaviors like Hot Dock and Warm Dock for your Slim SelectBay TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 2 X Mobile Extension Service Bay Service Display Change Service m Select the behaviors you want V Hot Insert Remove Support Warm Insert Remove Support Sample SelectBay Service tab options 1 68 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console 4 Under the Display Change Service tab you can select behaviors of the display output of an external monitor when the system is docked TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Mobile Extension Service Bay Service Display Change Service Select the behaviors you want Display Output Exter
80. ding the data properly Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold To clean a disc that is dirty wipe it with a clean dry cloth The most efficient method to clean it is to start from the center of the disc and wipe toward the outward edge not in a circle If necessary moisten the cloth with water or a neutral cleaner not benzine or rubbing alcohol Let the disc dry completely before inserting it in the drive Z TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Powering down the computer When you power down the computer you have a number of options to choose from Turn Off or Shut down which power off the computer Hibernation which saves the current operating state to the hard disk and powers off the computer Standby which saves the current operating state to memory and enters a low power mode Restart which restarts the computer Learning the Basics O Powering down the computer Each option has its advantages TECHNICAL NOTE Before using any of these options to power down your computer save your files and make sure the disk activity lights are off Z If you change your mind and decide to continue working after all wait a few seconds before turning the computer on again Turn Off or Shut down The Turn Off or Shut down commands power off the computer The Windows XP Professional operating
81. display different versions of A Safe mode Internet problems My Internet connection is very slow Many factors contribute to the speed with which you can surf the Internet They include modem speed time of day when everyone else is surfing your access can be slow and popularity of the site If accessing a particular site is very slow try later My browser can not find the URL address I typed in Make sure you separated the domain names of the address with the forward slash Check the spelling of each name and the syntax of the address carefully A single incorrect letter or missed character comma instead of period dot or 1 Q 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict other mistake makes it impossible for your browser to locate the site My browser can not find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down for temporary repair Try again later The Windows XP operating system can help you If the operating system has started properly but you still have a problem using your computer the online Help can assist you in troubleshooting the problem To access Windows XP Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support The Help and Support window appears 2 Then do one or both of the following In the search field type in the topic on which you need help and
82. do not want to save the password to a text file on a diskette Click OK to exit Deleting a supervisor password 1 2 Click Start then click All Programs Point to Toshiba Console then click the resulting Toshiba Console selection The Toshiba Console window appears Select Security Keeping Your Files Safe 1 S Using a supervisor password t TOSHIBA Console Supervisor User password passwor LY p R Security Sample Toshiba Console Security window Click the Supervisor password icon Select Delete Enter the correct password Click Delete then click OK twice to exit NIH A amp Chapter 8 if Something Goes Wrong Some problems you may encounter when using your computer are relatively easy to identify and solve Others may require help from your network administrator or the manufacturer of a software program This chapter aims to help you solve many problems by yourself It covers the problems you are most likely to encounter If all else fails contact Toshiba You will find information on Toshiba s support services at the end of this chapter Problems that are easy to fix Your program stops responding If you are working with a program that suddenly freezes all operations chances are the program has stopped responding You can exit the failed program without shutting down the operating system or closing other programs 188 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 89 Problems that are easy t
83. e The first step to bring active content to your desktop is to turn on the Web content interface 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button 2 Click Properties The Display Properties window appears Click the Desktop tab Click the Customize Desktop button Click the Web tab Follow the instructions to set up your desktop OA on A U Adding components to the Web content interface 1 Point to an empty space on the desktop and click the secondary button 2 Click on Properties The Display Properties window appear Click the Desktop tab Click the Customize Desktop button Click the Web tab The operating system displays a list of items to add to the desktop 6 To view additional components click New The New Desktop Item dialog box appears 1 48 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop 7 To browse the Gallery for more components to add click Visit Gallery In order to browse an active Internet connection must be established 8 To select some other Web site type the address of the Web site you want or click Browse to locate it You can configure the Web content interface in several other ways For further information see your operating system documentation or access Windows Help by clicking Start Help and Support Changing desktop and browsing style The operating system enables you to customize the way you view your desktop and browse the files and fold
84. e manufacturer needs to help you solve your problem 2 Press Ctrl and c simultaneously to copy the text to the clipboard 3 Open Notepad click Start point to All Programs then point to Accessories and click Notepad 4 Press Ctrl and v simultaneously to paste the details into Notepad 5 Add a paragraph break and type some notes describing what you were doing when you received the message 6 Save the file and refer to it when you contact the software manufacturer Problems when you turn on the computer These problems may occur when you turn on the power The computer will not start Make sure you attached the AC adapter and power cord cable properly or installed a charged battery Press and hold down the power button for a few seconds If you are using the AC adapter check that the wall outlet is working by plugging in another device such as a lamp lf Something Goes Wrong 1 OF Problems when you turn on the computer The computer starts but when you press a key nothing happens You are probably in Standby mode and have a software or resource conflict When this happens turning the power on returns you to the problem instead of restarting the system To clear the condition press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously Clearing the condition may get the computer running but it will not solve a resource conflict Read the documentation that came with the conflicting device and Resolving a hardware conflict
85. e and Modem options window appears 3 Click the Modems tab A location box appears 4 Make a note of the COM port number shown in the Attached to field 5 To verify that the modem is set up properly double click the COM port to which your modem is connected The Modem AMR Properties box appears In the device status area the computer should indicate whether the modem is working properly 6 Ifthe modem is not working properly click Troubleshooting and follow the instructions 194 7 8 Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications Click OK to close the Properties box then the Phone and Modem options box Close the Control Panel Using the Ethernet LAN Port If your operating system is Windows XP Professional you can connect your computer to a Local Area Network LAN at work or from a remote location When your computer starts the Windows operating system attempts to contact a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP server If the computer is not connected to a network it may pause a few minutes as it waits for areply To avoid this delay you can configure the Windows operating system to disable the LAN port To disable the LAN port 1 Click Start and then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the System icon and select the Hardware tab then select the Device Manager button 4 Select Network Adapters then select the specific Network Adapter Right click
86. e become fragmented Run Disk Defragmenter 206 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To do this click Start then click All Programs point to Accessories and System Tools and click Disk Defragmenter Your data files are damaged or corrupted Refer to your software documentation for file recovery procedures Many software packages automatically create backup files You may also be able to recover lost data using utility software Consult your network administrator Some programs run correctly but others do not This is probably a configuration problem If a program does not run properly refer to its documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets its needs A diskette will not go into the optional external diskette drive You may already have a diskette in the drive Make sure the drive is empty You may be inserting the diskette incorrectly Hold the diskette with the hub side facing down and insert it so that the metal head window cover goes into the drive first The metal cover or a loose label may be obstructing the path into the drive Carefully inspect the diskette If the metal cover is loose replace the diskette If the label is loose replace the label and try inserting the diskette again The computer displays the Non system disk or disk error message If you are starting the computer from a diskette the diskette in the drive does not have the files necessary to start t
87. e computer copies the details of your open programs and files to the hard disk before shutting down Setting battery alarms You can set two alarms Each alarm can be set to alert you when a specified percentage of remaining battery power has been reached You can set how the warning occurs sound an alarm display a message both or none You can also set the computer to enter Standby mode or Hibernation mode or to completely power down when the alarm goes off To set an alarm or alarms 1 Click Start Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears 4 Inthe Running on batteries section click Details The mode Properties window appears 5 Click the Alarm tab and set the alarm s as desired Mobile Computing 1 1 Q Monitoring main battery power Conserving battery power How long a fully charged battery lasts when you are using the computer depends on a number of factors such as How the computer is configured How much you use the display panel instead of an external monitor How much you use the hard disk and other drives Whether you use any optional devices to which the battery supplies power such as a PC Card Where you are working since operating time decreases at low temperatures Toshiba s power saving options greatly increase the length of time you can use the computer before it becomes necessary to
88. e 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 NOTE CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table This device works on passive scan only A peer to peer mode is not available in 802 11a and Turbo Mode 18 802 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 1 1a 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 CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following following table table Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg 19 Mexico Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Portuga
89. e in the Slim SelectBay Stop the module by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the System tray After the module is stopped it is safe to remove 2 Turn the computer upside down and locate the Slim SelectBay module 3 Slide the Slim SelectBay latch toward the back of the computer le A g Y KN Unlatching the Slim SelectBay 4 While holding the latch slide the module out of the computer Sliding the module out Expansion Options 1 39 Using PC Cards If you are removing the weight saver retain it for transporting the computer when no other module is installed in the Slim SelectBay Inserting a module into the Slim SelectBay To install a module into the Slim SelectBay slide the module all the way into the Slim SelectBay Using PC Cards You may insert two Type II cards or one Type III card into the computer s PC Card slots PC Cards are credit card sized expansion cards that greatly increase the capabilities of your computer Some PC Cards combine several functions multi function cards allow you to get the most out of your PC Card slots Most PC Cards conform to the PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association standard TECHNICAL NOTE For PCMCIA compatible PC Cards check the package to make sure they conform to the PCMCIA 2 1 Standard or later Other cards may work with your computer but they are likely to be much more difficult to set up and use Z Insert
90. e reached the end of its useful life Try replacing it The battery appears not to power the computer for as long as it usually does If you frequently recharge a partially charged battery it may not charge fully Let the battery discharge completely then try charging it again Check the power options using the Power Management utility Have you added a device such as a PC Card or memory module that takes its power from the battery Is your software using the hard disk more Is the display power set to turn off automatically Was the battery fully charged to begin with All these conditions affect how long the charge lasts lf Something Goes Wrong 201 Resolving a hardware conflict For more information on maximizing battery power see Charging batteries on page 113 Keyboard problems If when you type strange things happen or nothing happens the problem may be related to the keyboard itself The keyboard produces unexpected characters A keypad overlay may be on If the numlock light or cursor control mode light is on press Fn and F10 simultaneously to turn off the cursor control mode light or Fn and F11 simultaneously to turn off the numlock light If the problem occurs when both the keypad overlays are off make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Refer to the software documentation and check that the program does not assign different meanings to any of the keys You ve conn
91. e reasons your computer may come with a DVD ROM drive or multi function drive TECHNICAL NOTE Your DVD ROM or multi function drive is set to play region 1 North America DVD ROMSs If you play a DVD disc from another region the drive will automatically change to play in the format of the other region The drive will allow you to change regions four times On the fourth change the region will be locked in That is the drive will only play DVDs from that last region Note that changing from region 1 to region 2 and back to region 1 is counted as two changes Z NOTE NOTE For optimum DVD performance it is recommended that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than battery power You use CD ROMs or DVD ROM to load and run software and to access reference material such as catalogs as well as listen to music If the drive is not currently installed in the Slim SelectBay follow the instructions in Using Slim SelectBay modules on page 137 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive DVD ROM or multi function drive components Your DVD ROM or multi function drive may look like this COMAPCT alse Cs Drive in use indicator light Eject button Manual eject hole Sample DVD ROM or multi function drive Drive in use indicator light Glows when the drive is in use Eject button Press to release the disc tray CAUTION Do not press the ej
92. e the computer the module or both 3 Open the display panel and remove the panel that contains the Power and TOSHIBA Console buttons When removing the computer s power and TOSHIBA Console A CAUTION button panel to install additional memory be careful not to damage the display or circuit board a E O oao a O eye Using a flat head screw driver to pry the panel off You can pry the panel out of its position by using a flat head screwdriver Starting at the left or right side carefully wedge the flat head screwdriver between the panel and the surrounding housing Grasp the end of the panel lift up and wiggle it back and forth until the panel comes free Getting Started 61 Installing additional memory optional ye ae o ET P CLIC a_i Dooe Removing the left keyboard screw 4 Locate and remove the screws that hold the keyboard in place o Sa WUC 5 x C IC IC ae JL i SIC a paseacseLll sane ia DOWIE J Removing the right keyboard screw 62 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional 5 Lift the keyboard and place it face down on the palm rest of the computer ys The memory module expansion S
93. eate a new mode with the properties you require The Super Long Life mode is designed to maximize battery operating time When it is enabled all LAN functions both wired and wireless CardBus controller are disabled The Super Long Life mode is not enabled by default on your computer Toshiba Utilities 1 13 TOSHIBA Console To enable LAN settings in the Super Long Life mode follow these steps 1 Click the Device Settings tab 2 Right click the status setting for the device and select Enable 3 To disable LAN settings follow the previous steps and select Disable Creating a new power mode 1 Highlight one of the preset modes 2 Click Create copy 3 A new mode appears with the title Copy Name where Name is the title of the mode you copied Delete this title type in the name for your new power mode then press Enter Customizing a power mode 1 Highlight the mode on the Power Save Modes window 2 Click Details The Properties window for the selected mode opens with the General tab displayed This tab enables you to choose an icon for your power usage mode describe the mode s characteristics and optionally associate it with a program The Name field displays the name assigned to the mode in the Power Saver Properties window You can change the name here if you wish 1 T 4 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Hardware Setup is the Toshiba configuration manageme
94. eaving batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery Use only battery chargers designed to work with your computer and its batteries You can order a Toshiba battery charger through the accessories information sheet or Toshiba s Web site at toshibaaccessories com Monitoring main battery power q_ The computer s main battery light gives you an indication of the main battery s current charge No illumination means the main battery is not in use and the AC Adapter is not connected Green means the main battery is fully charged Amber means the main battery is charging AC Adapter connected Flashing amber means the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC Adapter HINT Be careful not to confuse the main battery light lt gt with the on off light When the on off light flashes amber it indicates that the system is Suspended using the operating system Standby command Mobile Computing 1 1 T Monitoring main battery power Determining remaining battery power NOTE Wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining battery power The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and perform its calculations 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Click Performance and Maintenance 3 Click the T
95. ect button or turn off the computer while the Drive in use indicator light is glowing Doing so could damage the disc or the drive When the disc tray is open be careful not to touch the lens or the area around it Doing so could cause the drive to malfunction 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 A CAUTION Never use a pencil to press the eject button Pencil lead can break off inside the computer and damage it Learning the Basics OF Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive Inserting a compact disc To insert a compact disc into the drive 1 Make sure the computer is turned on 2 Make sure the drive in use indicator light is off CAUTION 10 avoid damaging a disc or losing data check that the disc activity light is off before opening the disc tray 3 Press the drive s eject button The disc tray slides partially out of the drive about 1 inch HINT The drive will not open if the computer s power Is off ae J F 4 Grasp the tray and pull it fully open Drive tray fully extended 902 Learning the Basics Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 5 Hold the disc by its edges and check that it is clean and free of dust CAUTION Handle discs carefully Avoid touching the surface of the disc Grasp it by its
96. ected an external keyboard and the operating system displays one or more keyboard error messages The keyboard you connected may be defective or incompatible with the computer Try using a different make of keyboard Nothing happens when you press the keys on the external keyboard You may have plugged the external PS 2 keyboard in while the computer was turned on Click Start Shut Down or Turn off computer and Restart the computer using the AccuPoint II on the internal keyboard The computer will restart and recognize the device AccuPoint Il problems Some of the keyboard problems already listed may affect the AccuPoint II In addition 202 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Your finger slides off the AccuPoint IT easily If the AccuPoint II cap is oily remove the cap and clean it with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol To remove the cap 1 Firmly grasp the cap and pull it straight up Removing the AccuPoint II cap 2 After cleaning the cap position it on the peg and press it into place NOTE The peg is square so be careful to align the caps hole with the peg Display problems Here are some typical display problems and their solutions The screen is blank Display Auto Off may have gone into effect Press any key to activate the screen You may have activated the instant password feature by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously If you have registered a password press a
97. ed Australia Europe CY 0 VDA approved AS approved NEMKO approved 228 Power Cord Cable Connectors 229 Appendix C Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree is a set of utilities used for configuring networks that use both wired and wireless network devices These utilities include the following Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor utility is used to help fix networking problems with your notebook computer For more information see Connectivity Doctor on page 233 Device Settings The Device Settings utility is used to enable and disable any of the wired wireless and infrared for systems with infrared network devices You can also change the device properties of your wired and wireless local area network LAN and specify settings to automatically switch between wired and wireless LAN For more information see Device Settings on page 234 Profile Settings The Profiles utility is used to enable a faster and more efficient network configuration Multiple profiles can be created for various network configurations For more information see Profile Settings on page 236 230 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 23 Getting Started Quick Connect The Quick Connect utility is used to configure a wireless LAN connection ad hoc connection between a personal computer and a Toshiba Wireless Projector The Toshiba Wireless Projector utility must
98. electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises radio station and specified low power radio station 1 Sticker Please put the following sticker on devices incorporating this product In the frequency bandwidth of this equipment industrial device scientific device medical device like microwave oven licensed premises radio station and non licensed specified low power radio station for mobile object identification system RF ID that
99. electrodes the molecules in the liquid form a crystalline pattern that polarizes the light passing through it A filter over the electrodes permits only non polarized light to pass to the surface of the display creating light and dark pixels load To move information from a storage device such as a hard disk into memory for processing local area network See LAN 250 logical drive A section of a disk that is recognized by the operating system as a separate disk drive A system s logical drives may differ from its physical drives For example a single hard disk drive may be partitioned into two or more logical drives M megabyte MB A unit of data equal to 1 048 576 bytes 1024 x 1024 bytes See also bytes memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM microprocessor See central processing unit CPU MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface A standard for connecting musical instruments synthesizers and computers The MIDI standard provides a way of translating music into a form computers can use and vice versa modem Short for modulator demodulator A device that converts information from digital to analog and back to digit
100. em Setup process overwrites all existing information on the password service diskette Make sure the diskette you use does not contain any important information 11 Press 1 if you re using a 1 44 MB diskette or press 2 if you re using a 720 KB diskette Keeping Your Files Safe 1 ST User level passwords 13 System Setup creates the password service diskette and displays a message when it s finished Remove the diskette and press any key to continue System Setup closes returning you to the system prompt The next time you start the computer your password will be in effect Store your password service diskette in a safe place away from the computer CAUTION Don t use your password service diskette for any other purpose If you try to access the diskette you ll receive an error message and will have to reset your password and create a new password service diskette Disabling a user password To cancel the password that supports the instant and power on password functions 1 2 3 4 Press the Toshiba Console button and click on Security Click the User Password icon Click Delete Type your password in the Enter Password box and click Delete 1 82 Keeping Your Files Safe User level passwords Va 1C twice TECHNICAL NOTE You have three tries to enter the correct password After an incorrect try an Incorrect Password dialog box will appear Click OK to reenter the passwo
101. 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 amp TTE directive 1999 5 EC and has been provided with the CE mark accordingly Canada Industry Canada IC This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada 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 autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t a accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me 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 22 Caution FCC Interference Statement This device complies with part15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and This device must accept a
102. ent batteries need to be charged before you can use them to power the computer You can charge the main battery using either your computer or an optional battery charger 1 1 Mobile Computing Charging the batteries Charging the batteries NOTE Battery charge time may vary depending on the applications power management settings and features used The battery needs to be charged before you can use it to power the computer CAUTION Never leave batteries in the battery charger for more than a week at a time Doing so may reduce the potential charge of the battery Use only battery chargers designed to work with your notebook computer You can order a Toshiba battery charger from Toshibas Web site at accessories toshiba com Charging the main battery The main battery light C3 glows amber while the battery is being charged and glows green when it is fully charged A battery may not start charging immediately under the following conditions The battery is extremely hot or cold To ensure that the battery charges to its full capacity wait until it reaches room temperature The battery is almost completely discharged Leave the power connected and the battery should begin charging after a few minutes Charging the RTC battery Your computer has an internal real time clock RTC battery The RTC battery powers the System Time Clock and BIOS Mobile Computing 1 1 5 Charging the batteries mem
103. ent icon 3 Select the specific device from the device category 4 In the toolbar look to the far right for an icon of a monitor with a strike mark through a circle on the front This is the disable feature 5 Click the icon You are given the option of disabling the device 6 Click yes or no whichever is appropriate Checking device properties Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a device Properties include the name of the manufacturer the type of device the drivers installed and the system resources assigned to the device 198 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict To check a device s properties 1 Z 3 4 Click Start Control Panel Administrative Tools Click the Computer Management icon Click the Device Manager button To view the device s installed double click the device type To view the properties double click the device The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box which provides an array of tabs They include The General tab which provides basic information about the device The Resource tab which lists resources assigned to the monitor optional external diskette disk drive and other power using functions The Drivers tab which displays the drivers being used by the device A Troubleshooting button is also present Click troubleshooting A Help and Support window for that device appears For more information ab
104. entral processing unit CPU program A set of instructions that can be executed by a computer The general classes of programs also called software are operating system application and utility See also operating system application utility properties The attributes of an object or device For example the properties of a file include the file s type size and creation date R RAM random access memory Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read By volatile we mean that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM random access memory See RAM read only memory See ROM reboot See boot restart removable disk A disk that can be removed from a disk drive A diskette is one example of a removable disk resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution is expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Synonymous with reboot To reset the computer by reloading the operating system without turning the computer off See also boot RJ11 A modular connector used on most U S telephone systems and direct connect modems The RJ11 connector is a 6 wire connector ROM read only memory Non volatile
105. er use the Turn off computer command or Standby command See Powering down the computer on page 96 to learn more about Standby NOTE The operating system records information such as your desktop setup during its shutdown procedure If you do not let the operating system shut down details such as new icon positions may be lost Learning the Basics 15 Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your computer s keyboard contains character keys control keys function keys and special Windows keys providing all the functionality of a full size keyboard 1 2 3 A 8 9 lt EA 7 Sample keyboard Character keys Typing with the character keys is very much like typing on a typewriter except that The space bar creates a space character instead of just passing over an area of the page The lowercase letter 1 el and the number 1 are not interchangeable The uppercase letter O and the number 0 are not interchangeable The Caps Lock key changes only the alphabet keys to upper case the number and symbol keys are not affected The light on the Caps Lock key glows when you press the Caps Lock key Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard Although your computer s keyboard layout is compatible with a standard full size ke
106. ers on your local computer or network file server You can specify that Items that normally require a double click will open with a single click Folders will open in their own window instead of in the same window gt Folders are accompanied by a list of common tasks instead of being displayed alone The options you choose determine how you browse in the operating system regardless of whether you start from the desktop My Computer Windows Explorer or Internet Explorer For more information about changing your desktop style enter desktop in the Help and Support Index Choosing a style To select desktop and browsing style options 1 Click Start then click My Computer Enhancing Productivity 1 49 Personalizing your desktop The My Computer window appears 2 Select the Tools menu then click Folder Options The Folder Options dialog box appears Folder Options General View File Types Tasks Show common tasks in folders Browse folders Open each folder in the same window Open each folder in its own window Click items as follows Single click to open an item point to select Double click to open an item single click to select Restore Defaults Sample Folder Options dialog box 3 Click the preferred options 4 Click Apply then OK Personalizing individual windows Just as you can display a Web page on your desktop you can also display a Web p
107. es 176 User level passwords cacce 177 Setting a user level password 177 Using an instant password eccere 178 Setting a Windows user pasSsword 008 178 Setting a user level password in System Sli P esna 179 Disabling a user password esccccseccccc 181 Disabling a user level password in System Setup 182 Using the power on user level password 184 Using the instant user level password 185 USING a supervisor PASSWOMC ceeeeeeeeeeeeneees 185 Setting a supervisor PaSSWOTC eee 185 Deleting a supervisor password uu eee 186 Chapter 8 If Something Goes Wrong e 188 Problems that are easy to fiX ccce 188 Problems when you turn on the computer 190 The Windows operating system is not working 192 Using Startup options to fix problems 192 Internet problemS eeen 193 Contents 3 D The Windows XP operating system can ROID VOU ea 194 Resolving a hardware conflict 194 A plan of action ccce 195 Resolving hardware conflicts on your own 195 Fixing a problem with Device Manager 197 Memory problems ccccsessssseesseesseeeeeees 198 Power and the batteries 199 Keyboard ProbDleMs csser 201 AccuPoint I problems ccccecceesseeeeeeees 201 Display problems ceccsceeceessteeeeseesseeeeeens 202 Disk drive problems eccere 205 Problems with the DVD ROM or multi function drive 207 Sound system problems ccce 208 P
108. esolution of the image output of the TOSHIBA Presentation button Those buttons are located just above the function keys at the top of the keyboard To access these controls 1 Inthe TOSHIBA Console window click TOSHIBA Button Controls The TOSHIBA Controls Properties window appears TOSHIBA Controls Properties Buttons Select a Program TOSHIBA Console button TOSHIBA Console hd amp TOSHIBA Presentation button Same Image 1024 768 Restore Defaults OK Cancel ok Sample TOSHIBA Controls Properties window Toshiba Utilities 1 11 TOSHIBA Console 2 Select the desired option for either button from the drop down menu 3 Click Apply then click OK Power Management The Power Management feature enables you to control your computer s power usage regardless of the source and use the many preset power modes or create one yourself To access Power Management through the TOSHIBA Console double click the Power Management icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibernate The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You J can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes n Plugged in 9 Power source Create copy AC power Battery remaining 100 Life on Standby 182 hours Life on Hibernation 31 days Running on batteries Long L
109. f the battery with another metal object Short circuiting the battery can cause it to overheat and may cause damage to the battery or the computer 12 Mobile Computing Taking care of your battery Do not incinerate a spent battery as this could cause it to explode and release toxic materials If a battery is leaking or damaged replace it immediately Use protective gloves when handling a damaged battery To replace the main battery use an identical battery that you can purchase through to Toshiba Web site at accessories toshiba com A reverse polarity condition should be avoided with all batteries The main battery is designed so that it cannot be installed in reverse polarity Charge the battery only in the computer or in a battery charger designated as an approved option When you install the battery pack you should hear a click when it is seated properly Do not expose the battery pack to fire The battery pack could explode Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack At least once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and turn on the computer s power If it does not turn on go to step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If the battery pack has at least
110. follow the on screen instructions Click a problem you would like help with from the listings and follow the on screen instructions You can connect to Support Online by clicking Support from the menu Resolving a hardware conflict If you receive an error message telling you there is a device driver conflict or a general hardware problem try using Windows Help and Support to troubleshoot the problem first For help on hardware conflicts 1 Click Start then click Help and Support 2 Click the Hardware link in the window s left pane A list of category links appear lf Something Goes Wrong 1 O5 Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Click the Fixing a hardware problem 4 Choose from specific topics and follow the steps If there is still a problem the operating system should display a message that explains what the conflict 1s A plan of action The smooth operation of the system depends on the interaction of all devices programs and features If the system or one of its attached devices is not working resolving the problem can be time consuming and frustrating The recommended procedure for getting multiple devices to work together is to add and set up one device at a time After you add each device test it to make sure it and all previously connected devices work The device most recently connected to the system is the one most likely to be causing a hardware conflict Resolving hardware conflicts on your ow
111. g Hibernation on page 102 220 AE Display modes Fn a0 This hot key cycles through the power on display options The display modes are Built in display panel only Built in display panel and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only Sample display options window Display brightness Fn EB This hot key decreases the screen brightness This hot key increases the screen brightness Hot Keys 221 Wireless device enable disable Wireless device enable disable Fn E This hot key enables and disables the optional wireless devices installed in your computer The wireless modes are All disabled tThis disables both the Bluetooth and Wi Fi modules Wi Fi enabled tThis enables just the Wi Fi module Bluetooth enabled tThis enables just the Bluetooth module see Using Bluetooth on page 156 All enabled tThis enables both Bluetooth and Wi Fi Keyboard hot keys F10 Fn a This hot key turns the cursor control overlay on and off This hot key turns the numeric overlay on and off Fn w This hot key turns the scroll lock feature on and off Appendix B Power Cord Cable Connectors Your computer features a universal power supply you can use worldwide This appendix shows the shapes of the typical AC power cord cable connectors for various parts of the world USA and Canada United Kingdom 0 UL approved CSA approved BS approv
112. g the Start menu If you install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode data will be lost A memory module must be installed in slot A do not try to operate the computer with a memory module in slot B only If you install a memory module that is incompatible with the computer a beep will sound when you turn on the computer If the module is installed in slot A thee will be a long beep followed by a short beep If the module is in slot B there will be a long beep followed by two short beeps In this case turn off the computer and remove the incompatible module 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 Additional memory modules can be installed in the memory expansion slots under your computer s keyboard You will need a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver and a small flat head screwdriver for this procedure To avoid damaging the computer s screws use a standard Phillips no 1 screwdriver that is in good condition 1 Shut down your computer completely using the Shut Down or Turn Off command See Powering down the computer on page 96 60 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional 2 Unplug the computer and remove any cables you may have connected A CAUTION stalling a memory module with the computer s power on may damag
113. h RSS 210 of Industry Canada CAUTION 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 9 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 autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique re u m me si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour empecher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit etre utilize
114. handle it and discard it immediately following the advice in Disposing of used batteries on page 127 Inserting a charged battery 1 Wipe the terminals of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection 2 Insert the charged battery into the slot Mobile Computing 1 25 Taking care of your battery The battery has been designed so that you cannot install it with reverse polarity A CAUTION f the battery does not slide into the slot easily remove the 4 5 battery and try again Avoid forcing the battery into position Turn the computer right side up and lock the battery into place using the battery lock Reconnect any cables Restart the computer For information on changing a battery in a Slim SelectBay module see Using Slim SelectBay modules on page 137 Taking care of your battery The following sections offer tips on how to take care of your battery and prolong its life Safety precautions If the battery pack produces an odor overheats or changes color or shape while it is being used or charged turn off the computer s power immediately and disconnect the power cord cable from the power socket Carefully remove the battery pack from the computer Do not try to disassemble a battery pack Do not overcharge or reverse charge a battery Overcharging will shorten its life and reverse charging could damage it Avoid touching the metal terminals o
115. he computer Replace it with a bootable diskette The drive cannot read a diskette Try another diskette If you can access the second diskette the first diskette not the drive is probably causing the lf Something Goes Wrong 20 Resolving a hardware conflict problem Run Error checking on the faulty diskette for instructions see Disk drive problems on page 205 Problems with the DVD ROM or multi function drive You cannot access a disc in the drive Make sure the tray which holds the CD ROM or DVD ROM is closed properly Press gently until it clicks into place Open the tray and remove the disc Make sure the tray is clean Any dirt or foreign object can interfere with the laser beam Examine the disc to see if it is dirty If necessary wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Replace the disc in the tray Make sure that the disc is lying flat label side uppermost Close the tray carefully making sure it has shut completely You press the DVD ROM or multi function drive eject button but the DVD ROM or multi function drive tray does not slide out Make sure the computer 1s connected to a power source and turned on The DVD ROM or multi function drive eject mechanism requires power to operate If you need to remove a disc and cannot turn on the computer for example if the battery 1s completely discharged use a narrow object such as a straightened paper clip to press the man
116. he site 214 lf Something Goes Wrong DVD operating problems My browser can not find a site I bookmarked The World Wide Web is constantly changing A site you bookmarked yesterday may not be available today or its server may be down to temporary repair Try again later DVD operating problems If you experience a problem playing DVDs you may be able to fix the problem yourself For general problems playing a DVD title try the following Steps 1 Check that the disc is in a format that the drive supports DVD ROM Ensure that the drive is properly installed in the SelectBay It must be inserted completely Ensure that the disc is properly inserted in the drive tray Ensure that the Display properties are not True Color 24 bit If it is set to 24 bit color there will be a video format error To verify your display settings Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Themes and double click Display Click on the Settings tab and check the Color Palette It should be set to High Color 16 bit If itis not set to High Color change the settings to 16 bit color and click OK Clean the disc and try again A dirty drive can also cause audio problems If you have tried several discs and all fail consider sending your drive to an authorized service provider to get it cleaned Verify that your computer recognizes your DVD ROM drive To do this Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop The DV
117. hes the address for you Standard buttons Displays buttons for commonly used commands such as copying pasting deleting items changing views and browsing backward and forward Displaying a toolbar in a window 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window appears 2 On the View menu point to Toolbars then click the name of the toolbar you want to display The toolbar appears below the menu bar of the current window Displaying information about each folder In addition to displaying the contents of each window you might find it helpful to have the operating system display the name of the folder and brief information about how to use the folder This means displaying an individual window as a Web page 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window appears 1 5 Enhancing Productivity Setting up for communications Open the folder you want to view as a Web page In the Tools menu select Folder Options In the Tasks section click the button for Show common tasks in folders 5 Click Apply then OK amp Control Panel mef kd File Edit Yiew Favorites Tools Help Q Bact P S P Search Key Folders a3 gt Address Control Panel Vg Control Panel Pick re category GB Switch to Classic View em Appearance and Themes Printers and Other Hardware See Also a s 4 Windows Update CE 9 Help and Support Network and Internet Connections User Accounts
118. hile the computer is on For more information on battery use see Running the computer on battery power on page 112 CAUTION 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 Adaptor to run applications features and devices the recharging of the battery can not 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 Va Getting Started bb Using the computer for the first time NOTE Battery life and charge time may vary depending on the applications power management setting Using the computer for the first time For information on connecting devices see Setting up your computer on page 49 Opening the display panel 1 Release the display latch 2 Lift the display panel To avoid damaging the display panel do not force it beyond the point where it moves easily A CAUTION Never lift the computer by the display panel Small bright dots may appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision techn
119. his equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized by Toshiba could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 Toshiba America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Blvd Irvine CA 92618 1697 949 583 3000 Industry Canada requirement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conform a 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 RJTLIC 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
120. ht may not indicate a low battery condition NOTE For optimum DVD performance Toshiba recommends that you play DVDs while running on AC power rather than on battery power Battery life is less than when using similar applications in the Windows operating system Mobile Computing 1 1 3 Charging batteries NOTE 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 screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Power management Your computer 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 caution Changes to these settings may result in system performance or stability issues users who are not completely familiar with the power management component of the system should use the preset configuration For assistance with setup changes contact Toshiba s Global Support Centre Using additional batteries If you spend a lot of time traveling and need to work for many hours without an AC power source you may want to carry additional charged batteries with you You can then replace a discharged battery and continue working Charging batteries The main battery and replacem
121. iechtenstein Luxembourg Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal Sweden Switzerland UK USA 19 Europe Restrictions for use of 2 4 GHz Frequencies in European Community Countries For private usage outside buildings across public grounds over less than 300m no special registration with IBPT BIPT is required Registration to IBPT BIPT is required for private usage outside buildings across public grounds over more than 300m For registration and license please contact IBPT BIPT Voor priv 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 priv e l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de I IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter l IBPT Deutschland License required for outdoor installations Check with reseller for procedure to follow Anmeldung im Outdoor Bereich notwendig aber nicht genehmigungspflichtig Bitte mit H ndler die Vorgehensweise abstimmen France Restricted frequency band only channels 1 to 7 2400 MHz and 2454 MHz respectively may be used outdoors in France
122. iewing the device settings Network Connections Displays the Network Connection window which contains detailed information about the network connection Enable Disable You can easily enable or disable any of the listed devices simply by selecting the desired device and then clicking the Enable Disable button Each time a device is enabled or disabled the status of the device will change Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs Select this check box to enable the Auto Switch feature For more information see Using Auto Switch on page 238 236 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities Profile Settings The Profile Settings utility displays a list of all the registered profiles in ConfigFree You can also add modify and delete profiles switch the profile being used and view specific details about each profile Created Date Captured items 12 10 2002 1 27 07 PM ia U3 Toshiba Office i Internet Settings Comment Devices i TCP IP Settings Qa Ba IV Sta on the task tray Viewing registered profiles Details The Details button displays the ConfigFree Details screen This screen displays detailed information for each profile and can be used to view the various settings for each registered profile Auto Switch The Auto Switch button accesses the Auto Switch feature For more information see Using Auto Switch on page 238 Internet Optio
123. ife A Create copy a Normal Q High Power amp DYD Playback Undo Presentation bd 3 lt gt Details Details Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar Show Intel SpeedStep FA Technology icon on the taskbar Close Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window The Power Save Modes tab shows the power usage modes for both AC power Plugged in and battery power Running on batteries 1 12 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console You can either use one of the preset modes or create and use your own customized mode The preset modes cannot be deleted By changing the options that appear in the Toshiba Power Saver Properties window and clicking OK you can reconfigure that function Any options that you change become effective when you click either OK or Apply Plugged in section This section has a single preset power usage mode Full Power You can create other AC power modes but Toshiba recommends use of the preset Full Power mode The windows and settings for creating and customizing AC power modes are described below Running on batteries section This section lists the preset modes along with the estimated battery life for each mode The preset modes are Long Life Normal High Power DVD Playback Presentation Super Long Life Although you can change the properties for any of these modes this is not recommended If you need a customized mode cr
124. ility Press the Toshiba Console button if applicable to your system to open the Toshiba Console and then click the ConfigFree icon Configuring ConfigFree The ConfigFree Option dialog box is used to specify various options such as whether certain warning messages should display and what information should be captured when creating a profile You can also enable and disable sounds from this dialog box To access the ConfigFree Option dialog box do one of the following Open ConfigFree and then click Options Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 233 ConfigFree Utilities Right click the ConfigFree icon on the taskbar and then click Options For more information on configuring ConfigFree see the online help ConfigFree Utilities Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor displays the connection configuration and the status of all wired and wireless LAN devices that are connected to the network For wireless network devices the signal strength and WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy key settings if applicable also display NOTE Infrared for systems with infrared and dial up devices are not tested by the Connectivity Doctor If a problem or potential problem is detected an exclamation point displays in the Connectivity Doctor screen at the relevant location You can then view a possible cause and solution for the problem by clicking on the exclamation point For example if the connec
125. ility default Off or the Mute feature in the Mixer Utility default Enabled may cause feedback Revert to the default settings lf Something Goes Wrong 209 Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card problems PC Cards PCMCIA compatible include many types of devices such as a removable hard disk additional memory or a pager Most PC Card problems occur during installation and setup of new cards If you re having trouble getting one or more of these devices to work together several sections in this chapter may apply Resource conflicts can cause problems when using PC Cards See Resolving a hardware conflict on page 194 Card Information Structure When you insert a PC Card into a slot the computer attempts to determine the type of card and the resources it requires by reading its Card Information Structure CIS Sometimes the CIS contains enough information for you to use the card immediately Other cards must be set up before you can use them Use the Windows XP PC Card PCMCIA Wizard to set up the card Refer to your Microsoft documentation for more information or refer to the documentation that came with the PC Card Some card manufacturers use special software called enablers to support their cards Enablers result in nonstandard configurations that can cause problems when installing the PC Card If your system does not have built in drivers for your PC Card and the card did not come with an operat
126. imultaneously While holding down Fn press F5 repeatedly until the setting you want takes effect This hot key cycles through the settings in the following order Built in display panel only 1 36 Expansion Options Using external display devices Built in display panel and external monitor simultaneously External monitor only 3 Release the Fn key A TECHNICAL NOTE You can also change these settings using L the Display Properties Box 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 A TECHNICAL NOTE In order to use the simultaneous mode L 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 Display limitations Keep in mind that the quality of the display will be limited to the capabilities of the external video device Ifthe external video device such as an SVGA monitor is capable of displaying at a maximum resolution of 640 x 480 and your system is set for a higher resolution only part of the desktop will appear on the screen You can view the lost area by scrolling to it If you use the display hot key Fn F5 to change the display output with
127. in and withstand the rigors of portability However you should observe certain precautions to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Avoid prolonged physical contact with the underside of the computer If the computer is used for long periods its case can become very warm While the temperature may not feel too hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap for example your skin might suffer low heat injury CAUTION Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to sharp impacts Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or cause your computer to malfunction CAUTION Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use If two cards are installed both can become hot even if only one is used extensively Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for lengthy periods of time Avoid spilling liquids on the computer s keyboard If you do spill a liquid that gets into the keyboard turn off the computer immediately Leave the computer turned off overnight to let it dry out before you use it again Never turn off the computer if a drive light indicates a drive is active 49 Getting Started Other precautions Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing
128. inen Hierbij verklaart TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Bij deze TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essenti le eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999 5 EC Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que l appareil Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Par la pr sente TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company d clare que ce Radio LAN device est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions de la directive 1999 5 CE qui lui sont applicables H rmed intygar TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company att denna Radio LAN device star I verensstimmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG Undertegnede TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Radio LAN device overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav 1 direktiv 1999 5 EF Hiermit erkl rt TOSHIBA Corp Digital Media Network Company dass sich dieser diese dieses Radio LAN device in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet BMW1
129. ing Started 49 Setting up your computer The cooling fan location will vary depending on the computer Setting up your computer Va TECHNICAL NOTE You must complete all set up steps up to Setting up your software on page 49 before adding external or internal components to your computer These components include but are not limited to a mouse keyboard printer memory and PC Cards Your computer contains a rechargeable main 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 a power source on page 51 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 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 Wizard Confirm acceptance of Microsoft s End User License Agreement and click Next Enter your name and the name of your company or organization and click Next 50 Getting Started Setting up your computer The computer will pause for a moment while checking for an internet connection A window will display the message An Internet connection could not be chosen 4 Enter the information about your computer NOTE If you are connecting your computer to a
130. ing a PC Card Before inserting a PC Card read the documentation that came with the card to see if it has any special requirements Ona HINT The operating system provides the Card and Socket A Services software for your PC Card Even if your PC Card comes with its own version of Card and Socket Services you should use the files included in the operating system 1 A Expansion Options Using PC Cards To insert a PC Card or Cards 1 Locate the PC Card slots on the left side of the computer 2 Insert the PC Card or Cards If you have a Type II card insert it in the lower part of the slot If you have a Type II card you can insert it in either the upper or lower part of the slot Inserting a PC Card 3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot push firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer Avoid forcing the card into position Removing a PC Card 1 Locate the PC Card ejection tab that corresponds to the slot in which your PC Card is installed The top tab releases a card in the upper slot The bottom tab releases a card in the lower slot 2 Push the eject button The eject button pops out from the slot Push the eject button again so the card will pop out 4 Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot Expansion Options 1 4 Using an SD card Hot swapping PC Cards One of the great things about PC Cards is that you can replace one PC Card with an
131. ing individual windows 00 149 Customizing window toolbars secs 150 Displaying information about each folder 151 setting up for COMMUNICATIONS eee 152 Determining the COM port uu ee 153 Using the Ethernet LAN Port eee 154 ACCESSING a LAN ccnn 154 Exchanging data with another computer 155 Transferring application files 0 0 0 eee 155 setting up a direct cable connection 0 0 156 setting up a wireless connection 156 Using Bluetooth 156 Using audio features scce 157 Using external speakers or headphones 157 Recording SOUNAS ec eececeeccessteeeeseesseeeeeeeens 158 USING a MICFOPNONE c ce eceeeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeees 159 Adjusting recording settings cecs 159 Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities FAS SO EEA A A 161 Starting FN CSSE eesrreerrrerrrrerrrrrrnnn 162 Assigning a key to a program or document 163 Viewing existing key assignments 00 165 Changing or removing existing key 3 4 Contents OS SFI aN lS eeen 165 Hotkey utility 165 Expansion device properties ccecce 166 Mobile Extension nnn 166 TOSHIBA Console aneeneeennn 168 Customizing Your Computer sasen 169 IVC VOW oe E a eueeeenenese 170 S een ere eee een 170 TOSHIBA Button Controls eee 170 Power Management ccce 171 Toshiba Hardware Setup 174 Chapter 7 Keeping Your Files Safe eee 176 Using passwords in WINdOWS ccccseeeeeee
132. ing optional external disks To use disks you must connect the optional external USB disk drive to the USB port on the back of the computer or to the optional Advanced Port Replicator See Using the optional external USB diskette drive on page 130 for more information Inserting and removing disks 1 Insert a disk into the insertion slot until it clicks in place A protective flap inside the drive s insertion slot automatically retracts when you insert a disk The disk in use light glows when the computer is accessing a disk 2 Push the disk eject button to remove a disk from the drive 86 Learning the Basics Using optional external disks Copying documents to a disk disks provide an easy means of transferring files from one computer to another Copying a file to a disk also gives you a backup copy in case something happens to the original on your hard disk This section describes how to use the My Computer window to copy a file from the hard disk to a disk To copy files to a disk 1 Connect the optional external USB diskette drive to the computer 2 Insert a disk into the drive 3 Double click the My Computer icon The operating system opens the My Computer window 4 Double click the drive that contains the file you want to COpy The operating system displays the contents of the drive 5 Double click the folder that contains the file then click the file you want to copy D Baa HINT Use the Ct
133. ing system driver it may not work under the operating system Contact the manufacturer of the PC Card for information about using the card under the operating system 210 If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict PC Card checklist gt gt gt Make sure the card is inserted properly into the slot See Using Slim SelectBay modules on page 137 for how to insert PC Cards Make sure all cables are securely connected Occasionally a defective PC Card slips through quality control If another PCMCIA equipped computer is available try the card in that machine If the card malfunctions again it may be defective Resolving PC Card problems Here are some common problems and their solutions The slot appears to be dead PC Cards that used to work no longer work Check the PC Card status 1 Click Start 2 Click My Computer icon with the secondary button NN on A U then click Properties The System Properties dialog box appears Click the Hardware tab Click the Device Manager button Double click the PCMCIA adapter Double click the appropriate PC Card The operating system displays your PC Card s Properties dialog box which contains information about your PC Card configuration and status The computer stops working hangs when you insert a PC Card The problem may be caused by an I O input output conflict between the PCMCIA socket and another device in the lf
134. is used in product line of factories Other Radio Stations are used 1 Please make sure before using this equipment that no Other Radio Stations are used in the neighborhood 2 In case that RF interference occurs to Other Radio Stations from this equipment please change promptly the frequency for use place to use or stop emitting Radio 3 Please contact TOSHIBA Direct PC if you have a problem such as interference from this equipment to Other Radio Stations 24 2 Indication The indication shown below appears on this equipment 1 2 3 2 4FH1 CIT 4 2 4 This equipment uses a frequency of 2 4 GHz FH This equipment uses FH SS modulation The interference range of this equipment is less than 10m CG N This equipment uses a frequency bandwidth from 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz It is impossible to avoid the band of mobile object identification systems 3 TOSHIBA Direct PC Monday Friday 10 00 17 00 Toll Free Tel 0120 13 1100 Direct Dial 03 3457 5916 Fax 03 5444 9450 Device Authorization This device obtains the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification and it belongs to the device class of radio equipment of low power data communication system radio station stipulated in the Radio Law of Japan The Name of the radio equipment EY XF2CS TELECOM ENGINEERING CENTER Approval Number 01 NYDA1305 The following restrictions apply Do not disassemble or modify the device
135. ith your shoulders relaxed and your forearms parallel to the floor If you are using a conventional chair Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a footrest to raise the level of your knees and ease the pressure on the back of your thighs Getting Started A5 Selecting a place to work Adjust the back of your chair so that it supports the lower curve of your spine If necessary use a cushion to provide extra back support Lower back support cushions are available at many office supply stores Sit with your back straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Avoid slumping forward or leaning back too far Lighting Proper lighting can improve the visibility of the display and reduce eyestrain Position the display panel or external monitor so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows or shades to reduce glare gt Sd Avoid placing your computer in front of a bright light that could shine directly in your eyes If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area A CGAuTION Your LCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes Arms and wrists Avoid bending arching or twisting your wrists Keep them in a relaxed neut
136. kip backward Sample Sound Recorder screen 3 Click the Record button and speak normally into the microphone You can only record 60 seconds at a time W 4 When you have finished recording click the Stop button P 5 To hear what you just recorded click the Play button 6 To save the file select Save from the File menu Adjusting recording settings The better the quality of the recording the more disk space the sound file requires Experiment to find a balance that fits your needs 1 Open Sound Recorder if necessary click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 1 60 Enhancing Productivity Using audio features 2 Inthe Sound Recorder window click Edit then click Audio Properties 3 Inthe Audio Properties dialog box adjust the Recording Volume and Preferred device 4 Click OK Your new settings take effect the next time you record I TECHNICAL NOTE If you record MP3 files you will only be L able to play them on a device capable of playing MP3 files Chapter 6 Toshiba Utilities Your computer includes several utilities designed to help you to reconfigure your system to best meet your individual needs Together these allow you to ascertain certain system details set additional options or change default options These utilities are described in this chapter Fn esse Hotkey utility TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Config
137. l 70 Different ways to turn the computer on 1 6 010 ane ee nee 70 Caring for your COMPUTET 0 eee eeeee seers 71 Cleaning the COMPUTED nccc 71 Moving the COMPUTES cecen 1 Using a computer l0CK noacsssccseniceeerre 11 Chapter 2 Learning the Basics 73 COMPUTING TIPS woo eee ccc cecceseeeeeseseeeseeeserneeseeees 13 Using the keyboard ccce 15 Character keys ccecce 75 Making your keyboard emulate a full size keyboard ooo cccececcceccsseeeeeeecessseeeeecesseeeeeeeeens 19 Ctrl Fn and Alt Keys een 76 FUNCION KOVS ee eee nr ee 76 Windows special Keys ccceeseseeseeeeeeeeeen 77 O02 EW Eo tf Starting a program 0 ccecceeeeeeeseeseeseeeeeenen 19 Starting a program from the Start menu 19 Starting a program from Windows Explorer ee 80 30 Contents Starting a program from the Run 0 1 60 0 0 Gouna ere nen cease ere ener ener rrr mre rer 8 SAVING YOUN WOFK ecciesie 82 Printing your WOFK eeceeeerrreerrrreerrrrrrerns 64 Using optional external diSkS nn 85 Inserting and removing CISKS cns 89 Copying documents to a diSK uu eee 86 Taking care Of diSkS nnn 87 Backing Up yOuUr WOFk ccecce O Restoring your WOMK oo eecceeceeseeeseessseeeeeseesseeeeens 88 Using the DVD ROM or multi function drive 89 DVD ROM or multi function drive COMO OT N erea e 90 Inserting a COMPACT CISC ccecce 91 Playing an audio GD scisictedcieteceucievscecacvazcecvavsccndads 93 Viewing the contents of
138. l 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 CAUTION Do not use this equipment except in the countries regions in the following table Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hong Kong Iceland Ireland Italy Japan Liechtenstein Luxembourg Malaysia Netherlands New Zealand Norway Philippines Portugal Singapore Spain Sweden Switzerland Thailand UK USA Bluetooth wireless technology Interoperability Bluetooth Cards from TOSHIBA are designed to be interoperable with any product with Bluetooth wireless technology that is based on Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum FHSS radio technology and is compliant to Bluetooth Specification as defined and approved by The Bluetooth Special Interest Group Logo certification with Bluetooth wireless technology as defined by The Bluetooth Special interest Group 20 CAUTION 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 net
139. l 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 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency electric machinery any company trader or user shall not change the frequency increase the power or change the features and functions of the original design Any use of low power radio frequency electric machinery shall not affect the aviation safety and interfere with legal communications In event that any interference is found the use of such electric machinery shall be stopped immediately and reusing of such products can be resumed until no interference occurs after improvement The legal communications mentioned in the above item refer to radio communications operated in accordance with telecommunication laws and regulations Low power radio frequency electric machinery shall resist against interference from legal communications or from industrial scientific and medical radio emission electric machinery Using this Equipment in Japan In Japan the frequency bandwidth of 2 400 MHz to 2 483 5 MHz for second generation low power data communication systems such as this equipment overlaps that of mobile object identification systems premises r
140. lays the Function Key Assignments dialog box This box lists all the key assignments and the program or document to which each key is assigned To view items in a popup list click the Expand popup lists check box Changing or removing existing key assignments 1 Inthe Fn esse keyboard click the key you wish to change with the secondary button Fn esse displays the Assignment Type dialog box 2 To change the key assignment click Direct or Popup and continue as if you were creating a new assignment 3 To remove the key assignment click Clear Hotkey utility The hotkey utility allows you to receive a confirmation message when you use the hot key combination for Standby Fn F3 and Hibernation Fn F4 To activate the utility 1 Click Start then click Hotkey utility The Hotkey window appears 1 66 Toshiba Utilities Expansion device properties Toshiba Hotkey r Display a Standby confirmation message if Fn F 3 is pushed r Display a Hibermation confirmation message if Fn F4 i pushed Cancel Sample Toshiba Hotkey utility window 2 Puta check mark next to the desired option 3 Click OK Expansion device properties To adjust the settings for the optional Slim Port Replicator use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension Service Configuration utility Mobile Extension To adjust the settings for docking or using the Slim SelectBay use the TOSHIBA Mobile Extension 1 Click Start then Control Panel and then
141. lots Getting Started 63 Installing additional memory optional static electricity can damage the memory module Before you A CAUTION handle the module touch a grounded metal surface to discharge any static electricity you may have built up To avoid damaging the memory module be careful not to touch its pin connector on the side you insert into the computer 6 Remove the new memory module from its antistatic packaging 7 Insert the memory module in the slot and gently press it down into place The clips on either side of the module will click to secure the module Inserting the memory module into the slot a Pressing the memory module into the slot 64 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional 8 Replace the keyboard and the screws 9 Replace the panel that contains the Power and TOSHIBA Console buttons Press hard on the keyboard panel to snap it into place 10 Restart the computer When you turn on the computer it automatically recognizes the additional memory Removing a memory module If you need to remove a memory module 1 Complete steps 1 5 in Installing additional memory optional to shut down the computer and expose the memory module s 2 Pull the clips away from the memory module The memory module pops partially out of the slot Pulling the clips away from the memory module Carefully remove the module from the slot 4 Replace
142. mpare non system disk system prompt The symbol in the MS DOS operating system generally a drive letter followed by a greater than sign indicating where users are to enter commands TFT display See active matrix display universal serial bus USB A serial bus that supports a data transfer rate of up to 480 Mbps million bits per second USB can connect up to 127 peripheral devices through a single all purpose USB port USB allows hot swapping of peripherals See also bus hot swapping serial upload To send a file to another computer through a modem or network See also download USB See universal serial bus USB 254 om utility A computer program designed to perform a narrowly focused operation or solve a specific problem Utilities are often related to computer system management W Web See World Wide Web Wi Fi A trademarked term by the Wireless Capability Ethernet Alliance which stands for Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi is another term for the EEE 2 11b communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components World Wide Web www The worldwide network of Web sites linked together over the Internet A user of the Web can jump from site to site regardless of the location of the computer hosting the site See also Internet Index Numerics 101 key keyboard 75 A accessories devices 137 expansion devices 130 memory 58 PORT Notew
143. mputer s temporary memory until you save it to the disk If the network you are using goes down and you must restart your computer to reconnect or your battery runs out of charge while you are working you will lose all work since you last saved See Saving your work on page 82 for further information 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 13 14 Learning the Basics Computing tips Back up your files to disks 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 off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk the drive or both Before turning off the comput
144. n Computer components need resources to accomplish a task A device such as a disk drive or a modem needs a channel to the computer s Central Processing Unit CPU It also needs a direct channel to the computer s memory to store information as it works These channels of communication are commonly referred to as system resources Interrupt Request Channel The channel to the CPU is called an Interrupt Request IRQ because it interrupts what the processor is doing and requests some of the processor s time If two or more devices use the same IRQ the processor does not know which device is asking for attention This causes a hardware conflict 1 96 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict Direct Memory Access Similarly the data required by the device is stored in a specific place or address in memory called the Direct Memory Access DMA The DMA provides a dedicated channel for adapter cards to bypass the microprocessor and access memory directly If two or more devices use the same DMA the data required by one device overwrites the data required by the other causing a hardware conflict Plug and Play With Plug and Play and the operating system avoiding hardware conflicts is easy Plug and Play is a computer standard that helps the system BIOS basic input output system and the operating system to automatically assign system resources to Plug and Play compliant devices In theory if every device con
145. n to by optical laser technology and used in the production of optical discs such as CDs and DVDs Compare disk 246 om disk A round flat piece of material that can be magnetically influenced to hold information in digital form and used in the production of magnetic disks such as diskettes and hard disks Compare disc See also diskette hard disk disk drive The device that reads and writes information and programs on a diskette or hard disk It rotates the disk at high speed past one or more read write heads diskette A thin flexible disk in a protective jacket that stores magnetically encoded data Diskettes can be removed from the computer and come in two sizes 5 25 inch and 3 5 inch Your computer uses 3 5 inch diskettes See also double density diskette high density diskette document Any file created with an application and if saved to disk given a name by which it can be retrieved See also file double click To press the AccuPoint IT control button or mouse button rapidly twice without moving the AccuPoint or mouse In the Windows operating system this refers to the primary AccuPoint control button or left mouse button unless otherwise stated double density diskette A 3 5 inch diskette that can hold up to 720 KB of information half the capacity of a high density diskette See also diskette high density diskette download 1 In communications to receive a file from another c
146. n drive You can order a PORT Noteworthy PC Card CD ROM drive from Toshiba and install it in the PC Card slots on the left side of the computer Alternatively if you have a PC Card SCSI adapter you can use a SCSI CD ROM drive Connect to a network You can access your Recovery media by connecting your notebook to the office network You then can upload the files on the media from another computer with a DVD 1 56 Enhancing Productivity Exchanging data with another computer ROM or multi function drive onto a network server and download the files onto your notebook Use the infrared port to connect your notebook to another computer that has a DVD ROM or multi function drive Setting up a direct cable connection To establish a direct cable connection with another computer 1 Click Start All Programs 2 Point to Accessories Communications and click New Connection Wizard Click Next Select Set up an advanced connection Click Next Select Connect directly to another computer NA ON BB U Choose the appropriate role for your computer Guest Host Follow the on screen instructions Setting up a wireless connection For information on how to set up a wireless connection refer to your wireless networking device documentation Using Bluetooth The following information applies to those systems with the optional Bluetooth wireless feature Bluetooth is a technology that expands wireless commu
147. n off computer wr 05 Using Hibernation The Turn off computer window appears Turn off cls Io Hibernate Turn Off Restart Cancel Sample Turn off computer window with shift key held down to show Hibernate option 2 Hold down the shift key and click Hibernate Hibernate only appears when the shift key is pressed or press the H key The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server follow these steps to power down the computer using Hibernation 1 Click Start then Shut Down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Hibernate from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of the system including all open programs and files to the hard disk and then powers down completely 1 06 Learning the Basics Using Standby Going into Hibernation mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Hibernation mode in three ways By pressing the hotkey combination Fn F4 By pressing the power button By closing the display panel Starting again from Hibernation To start up the computer from Hibernation mode press and release the power button until the on off icon glows green The computer returns to the screen you were using If you went into Hibernation mode by closing the display panel you can start the c
148. n the owners manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Copyright This guide is copyrighted by Toshiba 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 2004 by Toshiba America Information Systems Inc All rights reserved 20 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 WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR 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 BET
149. nal Monitor Only v Cancel Sample Display Change Service tab options TOSHIBA Console The TOSHIBA Console provides quick access to computer functions and allows you to customize a range of computer settings You can normally access this utility in two ways Press the TOSHIBA Console button located above the F12 key on your keyboard gt Use the Start menu as follows Click Start then click All Programs Point to TOSHIBA Console then click the resulting TOSHIBA Console selection The TOSHIBA Console window appears N e Toshiba Utilities 1 69 TOSHIBA Console t TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Hardwa Sample TOSHIBA Console window The TOSHIBA Console offers three categories of features Customize Your Computer Network gt Security Customizing Your Computer The features available in this category are Power Management TOSHIBA Button Controls Mouse Hotkey assignment for detailed information see Fn esse on page 161 Toshiba Hardware Setup Toshiba Mobile Extension Config Free 1 10 Toshiba Utilities TOSHIBA Console Network The features in this category are the IR Utility and Connectivity Doctor Security The features available in this category are Supervisor password User password TOSHIBA Button Controls The Toshiba Button Controls allow you to program the TOSHIBA Console button and to choose the r
150. name this is all you need to do If you created a new document your program displays a Save As dialog box Use this dialog box to specify where to store the document and to give it a file name Learning the Basics 83 Saving your work avein ocumen Desktop My Documents PE My Computer Vocumen 3 My Network Save as type Rich Text Format RTF Sample Save As dialog box 2 Choose the drive and folder where you want your file to be stored 3 Type a file name then click Save HINT To make another copy of the file you are currently working with choose Save As from the File menu and give the new file a different name The Windows XP operating system supports file names of up to 255 characters the names can include spaces Some applications still require MS DOS file names File names If you plan to share your files with a computer using a pre Windows 95 version of the Windows Operating system the file name must be no more than eight characters long Typically the file name also has an extension consisting of a period and up to three additional characters You may use all the letters and numbers on the keyboard plus these characters amp and MS DOS file names are not case sensitive and must not contain spaces 8 4 Learning the Basics Printing your work Using a file extension Most programs assign an extension to the file name that
151. nated 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 N NOTICE The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 3 The standard connecting arrangement telephone jack type for this equipment is jack type s USOC RJ1 1C Wireless Interoperability The TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card product
152. nected to the computer is Plug and Play compliant no two devices will compete for the same system resources Plug in the device and turn on your computer The operating system is automatically set up to accommodate the new device If you install an older legacy device that the operating system cannot recognize the operating system may have difficulty assigning resources to it As a result a hardware conflict can occur Resolving conflicts There are three things you can do to resolve hardware conflicts Disable the device For an older device remove it from the computer Disable another system component and use its resources for the new device see Fixing a problem with Device Manager on page 197 lf Something Goes Wrong 1 O Resolving a hardware conflict Reconfigure the device so that its requirements do not conflict Refer to the device s documentation for instructions about changing settings on the device Fixing a problem with Device Manager Device Manager provides a way to check and change the configuration of a device A CAUTION Changing the default settings using Device Manager can cause other conflicts that make one or more devices unusable Device Manager is a configuration tool for advanced users who understand configuration parameters and the ramifications of changing them Disabling a device 1 Click Start Control Panel Administrative Tools 2 Click the Computer Managem
153. nel glows green about one second CAUTION When you turn on the computer for the first time do not turn off the power again until the operating system has loaded completely Getting Started 5 Using the AccuPoint IT 4 The preinstalled operating system will load automatically CAUTION Never turn off the computer while any drive Is in use Using the AccuPoint Il TTT srr OERE __ Programmable button cD ZJ Programmable button Cj Primary button C__ gt Secondary button AccuPoint II keys AccuPoint Il pointing device AccuPoint II pointing device Enables you to move the cursor and to select items on the screen If you would prefer to use a mouse or trackball you can connect one to the computer s USB port or to the optional port replicator s PS 2 or serial ports For information on connecting a mouse to the computer see Connecting an external USB mouse on page 65 For information on connecting a mouse using the Advanced Port Replicator see Connecting a mouse to the Advanced Port Replicator on page 133 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 D 8 Getting Started Installing additional memory optional Primary and secondary control buttons The control buttons are used like the buttons on a mouse The primary control b
154. nent Interconnect Personal Computer Memory Card International Association 242 sm Terms The following terms may appear in this user s guide A RAM random access memory RFI radio frequency interference ROM read only memory RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SRAM static random access memory SVGA super video graphics adapter TFT thin film transistor USB universal serial bus URL uniform resource locator WAN wide area network www World Wide Web active matrix display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology Also known as a TFT display in its simplest form there is one thin film transistor TFT for each cell This type of display works well with notebook computers because of its shallow depth and high quality color Active matrix displays are viewable from wider angles than most passive matrix displays adapter A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that 1s capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller alternating current AC The type of power usually supplied to re
155. ng audio features you can connect headphones or a pair of external stereo speakers I TECHNICAL NOTE Use amplified speakers that require an L external power source Other types of speakers will be f inadequate to produce sound from the computer To play back sound files through headphones or external speakers AQ 1 Locate the headphone jack on the computer 2 Using any necessary adapters plug the cable from the headphones or external speakers into the headphone jack The headphone jack requires a 16 ohm stereo mini jack To adjust the volume For external speakers use the volume controls on each speaker For headphones use the computer s volume control dial Recording sounds The external microphone may be used with other software to record monaural audio sounds and save them as digital audio WAV files on disk DEFINITION A WAV pronounced wave file is the format for storing sound in files LS w T You may also record sounds as WAV files by connecting an external microphone or other sound source to the microphone jack Enhancing Productivity 1 DO Using audio features Using a microphone 1 Connect an external microphone to the computer 2 Click Start point to All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click Sound Recorder 4 Sound Sound Recorder File Edit Effects Help Position Positioning 0 00 sec bar Record Stop Play Skip forward S
156. nication beyond networking equipment and can connect many different kinds of electronic devices without the need for cables Bluetooth uses the 2 4 GHz frequency band for wireless communications Enhancing Productivity 1 5 Using audio features Bluetooth can transmit at data rates up to 1 Mbit sec The range through walls and floors of the wireless transmission is up to 100 feet If your computer is equipped with Bluetooth and you want to enable the Bluetooth module 1 Flip the wireless antenna on off switch to the on position The antenna is enabled 2 Hold down the function key Fn and press F8 until the Bluetooth icon is highlighted 3 Release the keys Bluetooth is now enabled Your Bluetooth module is based on the Bluetooth specification version 1 1 Toshiba cannot confirm all compatibility with PC products and or electronic devices using Bluetooth other than Toshiba mobile PCs Using audio features Your computer is equipped with a built in monaural speaker The computer plays sounds through the internal speaker It uses the sound settings in your operating system except for the system speaker which is configured by the Toshiba System utility To adjust the volume click the speaker icon in the taskbar Using external speakers or headphones Your computer is equipped with a full stereo sound system with internal speakers Instead of using the internal speakers 1 58 Enhancing Productivity Usi
157. nnect your diskette drive For instructions see Using the optional external USB diskette drive on page 130 3 Insert a write enabled diskette into the diskette drive HINT Run System Setup outside Windows at a system prompt If you try to run System Setup from an MS DOS session under Windows results can be unpredictable 4 Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power C button in until the on off light on the system indicator panel turns on green about one second When you 1 80 Keeping Your Files Safe User level passwords receive the following message Check system Then press F1 key press F1 System Setup displays a setup screen 5 Press P to move to the PASSWORD section of the screen 6 Press the spacebar System Setup asks you to enter a new password 7 Type a password of 1 to 16 characters and press Enter You may use any combination of letters and numbers in your password 8 When System Setup prompts you to do so verify the password by typing it again and pressing Enter If the two passwords match System Setup displays Registered If the two passwords don t match System Setup displays an error message Repeat steps 7 and 8 to enter the password again 9 Press End to save your change System Setup asks you to confirm your choice 10 Press Y to confirm you want to quit System Setup prompts you to select the type of diskette you inserted CAUTION Ihe Syst
158. ns The Internet Options button opens the Microsoft Windows Internet Options dialog box See your Microsoft Windows documentation for more information Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 23 ConfigFree Utilities Add Modify and Delete a Profile To add anew profile to ConfigFree click the Add button in the Profile Settings screen To overwrite an existing profile select the profile to be overwritten and then click Add To modify an existing profile select the profile you want to modify and then click Modify To delete an existing profile select the profile to be deleted and then click Delete A message box displays confirming that you want to delete the profile Switch Profiles To switch the profile that is being used select the profile you want to switch to and then click Switch Quick Connect The Quick Connect feature switches the Wireless LAN connection to connect to the Toshiba Wireless Projector As aresult you will not be able to use the network to connect to a Toshiba Wireless Projector when the wireless LAN Configuration is set to Ad hoc If you are connected to an access point the connection will be broken and later re established If the Toshiba Wireless Projector setting has been changed from the default change the connection setting by using Quick Connect Setup menu NOTE The connection will be made in Ad hoc mode therefore if the setting on the Toshiba Wireless
159. ns execute specific functions on the computer For example Fn F9 turns Learning the Basics T Using the keyboard off the TouchPad For more information see Fn esse on page 149 or Hot Keys on page 199 Hot keys When used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with icons run programmed functions specific to your computer For more information see Hot Keys on page 222 Windows special keys Start key epics Application key Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions AS The Start key opens the Start menu o The Application key has the same function as the secondary or right mouse control button Overlay keys fool Eel E SESE Tr eE 5 ta LEE ea i a a A E T a a TIT PE JT HE Keyboard overlay keys 18 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard The keys with numbers and symbols on them form the numeric and cursor overlay This overlay lets you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would using the ten key keypad on a full size keyboard Using the overlay to type numeric data The keys with the numbers on their right fro
160. nt are the numeric overlay keys To turn the numeric overlay on press Fn and F11 simultaneously The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the numeric overlay is on You can still use the overlay keys to type alphabetic characters while the numeric overlay is on To do so gt For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters To turn off the numeric overlay hold down the Fn key and press F11 again The numeric mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Using the overlay for cursor control T To turn the cursor control overlay on press Fn and F10 simultaneously The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel glows when the cursor control overlay is on To type alphabetic characters while the overlay is on For lowercase letters hold down Fn while you type the letters For uppercase letters hold down both Fn and Shift while you type the letters gt To use the numeric keypad overlay when the cursor control overlay is on hold down Shift while you use the Learning the Basics 19 Starting a program numeric overlay keys To return to the cursor control overlay release Shift To turn off the cursor control overlay hold down the Fn key and press F10 again The cursor control mode light on the keyboard indicator panel goes out Starting a
161. nt tool To access it In the TOSHIBA Console double click the Toshiba Hardware Setup icon amp TOSHIBA HW Setup Boot Priority Keyboard USB LAN Parallel Printer Pointing Devices Display CPU General Device Config a TOSHIBA HW Setup program allows you to configure your computer Setup BIOS Version 0 53 05 19 2003 Sample TOSHIBA HWSetup window The TOSHIBA HWSetup window appears with tabs for the following gt Boot Priority Allows you to change the sequence in which your computer accesses its disk drives for the files that load and initialize the operating system You can also manually choose the boot up sequence by pressing the power button then quickly pressing the right or left arrow keys Toshiba Utilities 1 TOSHIBA Console 9 Select the boot device by pressing the right or left arrow keys then pressing the Enter key since the system is a quick booting system you must press the arrow keys immediately after pressing the power button Keyboard Allows you to configure the Fn function key emulation for an external keyboard This function does not work with a USB keyboard USB Allows you to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation LAN Lets you enable or disable the Wake up on LAN feature Parallel Printer Allows you to configure the Advanced Port Replicator parallel port default settings Display Allows you to change various default settings for the built in LCD di
162. ny interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note that any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the authorization to operate this equipment Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In order to comply with FCC radio frequency radiation exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA has to be operated while maintaining a minimum body to antenna which are located on top of LCD distance of 20 cm Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information The Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless it is advised to use the Bluetooth Card from TOSHIBA in such a manner that human contact during normal operation 1s 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 23 Taiwan Article 17 Unless approved for any model accredited low power radio frequency
163. ny key type the password and press Enter If no password is registered press any key The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working lf Something Goes Wrong 203 Resolving a hardware conflict If you are using the built in screen make sure the display priority is not set for an external monitor To do this press Fn and F5 simultaneously once If this does not correct the problem press Fn and F5 simultaneously again to return the display priority to its previous setting If you are using an external monitor Check that the monitor is turned on Check that the monitor s power cable is firmly plugged into a working power outlet Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press Fn and F5 simultaneously to make sure the display priority is not set for the built in screen The screen does not look right You can change the display settings by clicking a blank area of the desktop with the secondary control button then clicking Properties This opens the Display Properties dialog box The Appearance tab of this dialog box allows you to choose the colors for the screen The Settings tab allows you to choose the screen resolution The built in screen flickers Some flickering is a normal result of the way the screen produces colors To reduce the amount of flickering try using fe
164. o do the first time you use your notebook computer Selecting a place to work Your computer is designed to be used in a variety of circumstances and locations This section provides guidelines for setting up your computing environment Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you 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 42 Getting Started 43 Selecting a place to work 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 CAUTION f you spill liquid into the computer turn it off unplug it from the AC power source and let it dry out completely before turning it on again If the computer does not operate properly after you turn it back on contact a Toshiba service representative or your network administrator Keeping yourself comfortable Strain and stress injuries are becoming more common
165. o fix To close a program that has stopped responding 1 2 Press Ctrl Alt and Del simultaneously once Click Windows Task Manager The Windows Task Manager window appears Click the Applications tab If a program has stopped responding the words not responding appear beside its name in the list Select the program you want to close then click End Task Closing the failed program should allow you to continue working If it does not continue with step 5 Close the remaining programs one by one by selecting the program name then End Task To power off your computer do one of the following If you are not connected to a domain server 1 2 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Click Turn Off The computer turns off If you are connected to a domain server 1 Click the Start button then Shut down The Shut Down window appears Select Shut down from the drop down list Click OK The computer shuts down completely 1 90 lf Something Goes Wrong Problems when you turn on the computer Your program performs an illegal operation If you receive the message Your program has performed an illegal operation you should record the details of the message and consult the software manufacturer To record the details 1 Click the Details button and select the text the operating system displays The Details button displays information that the softwar
166. ology Any small bright dots that may appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology NOTE 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 screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen 06 Getting Started Using the computer for the first time 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 Below is an example of one of the many possible icons that may come with your computer S C Sample system icons This information applies to all the features and icons described in this guide Turning on the power To turn on the computer 1 Make sure any external devices such as the AC adapter if you plan to use AC power rather than battery power are properly connected and ready 2 Ifan optional external diskette drive is connected to your computer check that the drive is empty 3 Press and hold in the power button until the on off light on the system indicator pa
167. om outside sources such as memory or keyboard input processes the information and sends the results to another device that uses the information character Any letter number or symbol you can use on the computer Some characters are non printing characters such as a paragraph break in a word processing program A character occupies one byte of computer storage chip A small piece of silicon containing computer logic and circuits for processing memory input output and or control functions Chips are mounted on printed circuit boards click To press and release the AccuPoint II control button or mouse button without moving the AccuPoint II or mouse In the Windows operating system this refers to the left mouse button or primary AccuPoint control button unless otherwise stated See also double click color palette A set of specified colors that establishes the colors that can be displayed on the screen at a particular time compatibility The extent to which computers programs or devices can work together harmoniously using the same commands formats or language as another configuration 1 The collection of components that make up a single computer system 2 How parts of the system are set up that is configured w 245 controller A device that controls the transfer of data from a computer to a peripheral device and vice versa For example disk drives monitors keyboards and printers
168. omputer again by opening the display panel Using Standby If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer aU le oO Stand By Turn OFF Restart Cancel Sample Turn off computer window with Stand By option Learning the Basics 1 0 7 Using Standby 2 Click Stand By or press the S key The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks amber indicating the machine is in Standby mode If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power down the computer using the Standby command as follows 1 Click the Start button then select Shut down The Shut Down window appears 2 Select Stand by from the drop down list of options 3 Click OK The computer saves the state of all open programs and files to memory turns off the display and goes into a low power mode The on off light blinks green to indicate the machine is in Standby mode NOTE If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Going into Standby mode more quickly You can also put the computer into Standby mode in three ways By pressing the
169. omputer through a modem or network 2 To send font data from the computer to a printer See also upload drag To hold down the AccuPoint II control button or mouse button while moving the cursor to drag a selected object In the Windows operating system this refers to the primary AccuPoint II control button or left mouse button unless otherwise stated driver See device driver DVD An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM Glossary 2 4f DVD ROM digital versatile or video disc read only memory A very high capacity storage medium that uses laser optics for reading data Each DVD ROM can hold as much data as several CD ROMs Compare CD ROM emulation A technique in which a device or program imitates another device or program enable To turn on a computer option See also disable executable file A computer program that is ready to run Application programs and batch files are examples of executable files Names of executable files usually end with a bat or exe extension expansion device A device that connects to a computer to expand its capabilities Other names for an expansion device are port expander port replicator docking station or network adapter extension See file extension external device See device file A collection of related information saved on disk with a unique name A file may be a program information used by a program or
170. orthy computer lock cable 71 AccuPoint II replacing the cap 202 troubleshooting 201 adding memory 58 adding memory 58 Advanced Port Replicator 129 130 133 keyboard connecting 132 mouse connecting 133 ports parallel 134 PS 2 133 serial 133 134 USB 133 134 printer connecting 134 audio WAV digital wave files 158 features 157 Backup or Restore Wizard 87 88 basics keyboard 75 battery changing 122 123 charge indicator light 116 charge not lasting 200 charging main 113 conserving power 119 disposal 127 low charge 117 monitoring power 116 not charging 200 optional charger 116 power usage mode 119 223 remaining power 117 200 256 removing 124 unlocking 123 124 Bluetooth 156 buttons control 58 primary control 58 secondary control 58 C CD playing an audio 93 channels DMA 196 IRQ 195 checking device properties 197 cleaning the computer 7 1 COM port 153 communications network connection 154 system resources 195 compact discs inserting 91 removing 95 computer lock 71 non system disk or disk error message 191 not accessing disk drives 191 precautions 47 running on battery power 112 setting up 49 warning resume failure message 191 computing tips 73 configuring password 176 connecting external monitor 135 external USB keyboard 65 external USB mouse 65 modem to telephone line 67 parallel printer 134 printer 65 serial printer 134 conserving battery power 119 control buttons 58
171. ory used to store your computer s configuration settings When fully charged it maintains this information for up to a month when the computer is powered off The RTC battery may have become completely discharged while your computer was shipped resulting in the following error message during startup BAD RIC BATTERY BAD CHECKSUM CMOS CHECK SYSTEM NOTE The above error message may vary by computer model The RIC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off even when the AC adapter is charging the computer If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working To recharge the RTC battery connect the computer and leave it powered on for 24 hours NOTE It is seldom necessary to charge the RTC battery because it charges while the computer is on If the RTC battery is low the real time clock and calendar may display the incorrect time and date or stop working When Hibernation mode is enabled and the RTC battery is completely discharged a warning prompts you to reset the real time clock The computer can be used while the RTC battery is being charged although the charging status of the RTC battery cannot be monitored 1 1 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Using a battery charger You can purchase an optional battery charger that recharges batteries without requiring the use of your computer A CAUTION Avoid l
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173. oshiba Power Saver icon The Power Saver Properties window appears The current power source and battery power remaining section displays the current charge state of the battery The value is shown as a percentage of remaining battery charge TECHNICAL NOTE The computer drains the battery faster at low temperatures Check your remaining charge frequently if you are working in temperatures below 50 degrees Fahrenheit Z The computer calculates the remaining battery charge based on your current rate of power use and other factors such as the age of the battery What to do when the main battery runs low When the main battery runs low you can Plug the computer into an external power source and recharge the main battery Put the computer in Hibernation mode and replace the main battery with a charged spare 1 1 Mobile Computing Monitoring main battery power Connect the computer to the optional high capacity battery Save your work and turn off the computer If you do not manage to do any of these things before the main battery completely runs out of power the computer automatically enters Standby mode and turns itself off Standby mode keeps track of where you were so when you turn on the power again you can continue where you left off The computer stores information on what you were doing until the main battery runs out of power If you have Hibernation mode enabled the default th
174. other while the computer is on This is called hot swapping DEFINITION Hot swapping is the ability to change PC Cards while the computer is on Hot swapping precautions Although you can insert a PC Card at any time remember not to remove a card while it is in use Otherwise you could lose valuable information For example Never remove a hard disk card or CD ROM drive card while the system is accessing the card Never remove a network card while you are connected to the network Never remove a SCSI card while any of the SCSI devices connected to it are operating A DEFINITION SCSI is an acronym for Small Computer Systems L Interface A single SCSI PC Card enables you to connect as several SCSI devices to your computer at the same time Before removing a PC Card stop it by clicking the PC Card PCMCIA icon on the taskbar Using an SD card Your computer supports the use of an SD card a stamp size flash memory card with various capacities of memory The card can be used with a variety of digital products digital 1 42 Expansion Options Using an SD card music players cellular phones PDAs digital cameras digital video camcorders etc A CAUTION Do not touch the SD connector You could expose the storage area to static electricity which can destroy data Do not remove an SD card while data is being written or read Even when the message copying in the windows di
175. out Device Manager refer to Windows XP online help Memory problems Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device related It is worthwhile checking for these first 1 2 Click Start Turn off computer Click Turn Off The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically lf Something Goes Wrong 1 QO Resolving a hardware conflict 3 Remove the memory module following the instructions in Removing a memory module on page 64 4 Reinstall the memory module following the instructions in Using the AccuPoint II on page 57 and making sure the module is seated properly 5 Check for the error again 6 Ifthe error recurs remove the memory module entirely and check for the error again If removing the memory module eliminates the error the memory module may be faulty If the error recurs without the memory module installed the error is not caused by the memory module TECHNICAL NOTE You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to work Z Power and the batteries Your computer receives its power through the AC adapter and power cord cable or from the system batteries main battery optional high capacity battery and real time clock RTC battery Power problems are interrelated For example a faulty AC adapter or power cord cable will neither power the computer nor recharge the batteries Here are some ty
176. pical problems and how to solve them The AC power light does not come on when you plug in the AC adapter and power cord cable Make sure the AC adapter and power cord cable are firmly plugged into both the wall outlet and the computer If the AC power light still does not come on check that the wall outlet is working properly by plugging in a lamp or other appliance 200 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict The AC adapter and power cord cable work correctly but the battery will not charge The battery does not charge while the computer is consuming full power Try turning off the computer The main battery may not be inserted correctly in the computer Turn off the computer remove the battery clean the contacts with a soft dry cloth if necessary and replace the battery See Removing the battery from the computer on page 123 The battery may be too hot or too cold to charge properly If you think this is the probable cause let the battery reach room temperature and try again If the battery has completely discharged it will not begin charging immediately Leave the AC adapter and power cord cable connected wait 20 minutes and see if the battery is charging If the battery light is glowing after 20 minutes let the computer continue charging the battery for at least another 20 minutes before you turn on the computer If the battery light does not glow after 20 minutes the battery may hav
177. port global toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth wireless technology and your Health The products with Bluetooth wireless technology like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by devices with Bluetooth wireless technology however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones Because products with Bluetooth wireless technology operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations TOSHIBA believes Bluetooth wireless technology is safe for use by consumers These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific 2 community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of Bluetooth wireless technology may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the equipment with Bluetooth wireless technology on board of airplanes or In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization or environment e g airports you are
178. 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 Explorer If you prefer to open the program first you have four options You can Double click the icon for the program on your desktop Use the Start menu Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to locate the program file 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 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 WordPad program as an example 1 Click Start then point to All Programs The Windows XP operating system displays the All Programs menu which lists programs and program groups If your program is listed go to step 3 otherwise continue with step 2 2 Point to the program group in this example Accessories The Accessories menu is displayed 30 Learning the Basics Starting a program 3 Click the program in this example WordPad WordPad opens 4 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 yo
179. r select the screen saver of your choice 6 Inthe Wait window click the up and down buttons to set the number of minutes of inactivity before the display turns off automatically 7 Click Apply then OK Changing the main battery When your main battery has run out of power you have two options plug in the AC Adapter or install a fresh main battery Mobile Computing 1 23 Changing the main battery AuUTION When handling a battery be careful not to drop it or short circuit its terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise impact the battery Do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in standby mode Data in memory will be lost CAUTION l your battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Removing the battery from the computer To remove the battery 1 nn AeA UO N Save your work Shut down and turn off the computer Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the computer over Slide the battery lock up and slide the release latch to the left Insert a fingertip in the battery module recessed area and pull the discharged battery module out of the computer 1 2 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery amp Removing the discharged battery AWARNING f the battery is leaking or its case is cracked put on protective gloves to
180. ral position while typing 46 Getting Started Selecting a place to work Exercise your hands wrists and arms to improve circulation NOTE Using the computer keyboard incorrectly may result in discomfort and possible injury If your hands wrists and or arms bother you while typing stop using the computer and rest If the discomfort persists consult a physician Work habits The key to avoiding discomfort or injury from strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your working day Finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Take frequent breaks to change position stretch your muscles and relieve your eyes A break of two or three minutes every half hour is more effective than a long break after several hours Avoid performing repetitive activities for long periods Intersperse such activities with other tasks gt Focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods can cause eyestrain Look away from the computer frequently and focus your eyes on a distant object for at least thirty seconds A cGAUTION YourLCD display has a brightness approaching that of a TV device We recommend that you adjust the brightness of your LCD to a comfortable level to prevent possible strain on your eyes Getting Started 4f Other precautions Other precautions Your computer is designed to optimize safety minimize stra
181. rd After three incorrect tries this message appears Sorry access denied Reboot is required to regain acce ss You will need to turn off the computer then reboot 6 Click OK to exit Disabling a user level password in System Setup To register a user level password in System Setup and create a password service diskette 1 Click Start then Shut Down Select Shut down and click OK The computer shuts down and turns itself off HINT Run System Setup outside Windows at a system prompt If you try to run System Setup from an MS DOS session under Windows results can be unpredictable 2 Hold down the Esc key and press and hold the power C button in until the on off light on the system indicator panel turns on green about one second When you receive the following message Check system Then press F1 key press F1 System Setup displays a setup screen 3 Press P to move to the PASSWORD section of the screen 4 Press the spacebar Keeping Your Files Safe 1 83 User level passwords System Setup asks you to enter a new password Press Enter When System Setup prompts you to do so verify the password by pressing Enter Press End to save your change System Setup asks you to confirm your choice Press Y to confirm you want to quit System Setup closes returning you to the system prompt The next time you start the computer your password will be disabled 1 8 4 Keeping Yo
182. re 209 computer stops working 210 errors 211 hot swapping 141 hot swapping fails 211 inserting 140 modem default 153 not recognized 211 problem solving 209 210 removing 140 slots 139 using with diskette drive 131 PC Card slots 139 Plug and Play 196 port COM 153 power computer will not start 190 energy saving features 111 preset usage modes 119 problem solving 199 power button 56 180 182 power cord cable connectors 228 Power Management 171 running on batteries 172 power mode Super Long Life 172 power off guidelines 69 power usage mode 119 260 power usage modes changing 119 customizing 173 preset 119 powering down the computer 96 options 96 precautions 47 54 primary control button 58 printer connecting 65 to Advanced Port Replicator 134 parallel port connecting to 134 problem solving 212 serial port connecting to 134 setting up 66 printing a file 84 problem solving AC power 199 accessing disk drives 191 battery charge doesn t last 200 battery not charging 200 can t insert diskette in drive 206 can t read a diskette 207 changing display properties 204 checking device properties 197 computer hangs when PC Card inserted 210 computer will not power up 190 contacting Toshiba 218 corrupted damaged data files 206 Device Manager 197 disabling a device 197 disk drive is slow 205 display is blank 202 external display not working 204 external monitor 203 faulty memory 198 hardware conflict 194
183. riod 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 screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen lf Something Goes Wrong 205 Resolving a hardware conflict Disk drive problems Problems with the hard disk or with a diskette drive usually show up as an inability to access the disk or as sector errors Sometimes a disk problem may cause one or more files to appear to have garbage in them Typical disk problems are You are having trouble accessing a disk or one or more files appear to be missing Make sure you are identifying the drive by its correct name A or C Error checking Run Error checking which analyzes the directories files and File Allocation Table FAT on the disk and repairs any damage it finds To run Error checking 1 Click Start then click My Computer 2 Right click the drive you want to check The drive s Properties box appears Click the Tools tab Click the Check now button The Check Disk All Apps box appears 5 You can choose one or both options Automatically fix file system errors Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors 6 Click Start Error checking tests and repairs the disk Your hard disk seems very slow If you have been using your computer for some time your files may hav
184. rl or Shift key to select more than one file 6 On the menu bar click File then click Send To 7 Click the icon for 3 2 Floppy A The operating system copies the file s aA HINT You can also copy a file to disk by clicking the file or 7 files you want to copy with the secondary button then pointing to Send To and clicking 3 Floppy A Learning the Basics 8 Backing up your work Taking care of disks To protect the data stored on your disks Store your disks in their boxes or other containers to protect them and keep them clean Keep disks at room temperature and avoid exposing them to direct sunlight Otherwise data may be lost Keep your disks away from sources of magnetism such as speakers and radios since these can destroy data Clean dirty disks with a soft cloth moistened in water Do not use cleaning fluids Avoid Sliding back the protective metal cover Touching the magnetic surface of a disk Fingerprints can prevent the drive from reading the data held on a disk Twisting or bending a disk Placing heavy objects on your disks Eating smoking or using erasers near your disks Foreign particles can damage the surface Backing up your work To back up several files at one time use the Backup or Restore Wizard You can choose the files and the type of backup you want to perform 1 Connect the backup device to your computer as shown in the manufacturer
185. rt also supports isochronous data the delivery of data at a guaranteed rate This makes it ideal for devices that transfer high levels of data in real time such as video devices As with USB ports the i LINK port supports both Plug and Play automatic configuration and hot swapping the ability to connect and disconnect devices while the computer is on The main difference between i LINK and USB technology is that i LINK supports faster data transfer rates Chapter 5 Enhancing Productivity In this chapter you will explore other features of your notebook computer Windows XP special features The Windows XP Professional operating system offers you several new features and enhancements including New system file protection A system restore function allowing you to rollback the system to its previous mode An improved help center support automation and automatic Windows operating system update Wizards to simplify setting up your home network Ability to share one Internet connection among multiple PCs An automatic discovery feature that allows your computer to detect new and intelligent devices 145 1 46 Enhancing Productivity Personalizing your desktop Personalizing your desktop Your desktop is your virtual workspace This section explains how to customize its features for the way you like to work You can customize the following aspects of the desktop Taskbar which re
186. s 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 defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance CAUTION 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 your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN device Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site htto Avww toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information CAUTION This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range O Wireless LAN and your Health Wireless LAN products like other radio devices emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy The level of energy emitted by Wireless LAN devices however is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted
187. sappears the computer may be writing to the computer and your data could be destroyed Wait for the SD indicator light to go out Installing SD card drivers During installation of the SD card drivers one or more dialog boxes may appear indicating that the driver is not digitally signed The message may appear as Digital Signature not found About Secure Digital Emulation from Toshiba Click Yes to continue Installing the SD card in the SD slot To insert an SD card turn the card so that the connector metal area faces down then push the card in the slot until it locks in place If the operating system does not recognize an inserted SD card remove and insert it again The green LED on the left side of the SD card slot will glow when the card is being accessed A CAUTION f the SD card is not inserted into the slot correctly any data saved to the card may be lost Expansion Options 1 43 Using an SD card Formatting an SD card If you want to format your SD card you may do so using Windows operating system formats such as FAT16 or FAT32 You can also use the TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format Utility After formatting is complete there is a possibility that the SD card may become unusable on some devices which have an SD card slot NOTE Multi Media Cards MMCs are not supported by this product Stopping or removing the SD card after formatting If you have formatted the SD card drive with the
188. setting Any options that you change become the active settings when you exit the program You do not have to restart your system before they become active settings Mobile Computing 1 21 Turning off the display automatically Using a hot key to select the power usage mode 1 Press Fn and F2 simultaneously to display the power usage pop up window While continuing to press Fn press F2 until you select the desired power usage mode Release the Fn key The computer is now in the selected mode Turning off the display automatically To save power it s a good idea to set the display to turn off automatically when you re not using the computer You can do this in several ways Use the Display Properties to enable the blank screen saver Use the Power Saver Properties to turn off the LCD panel after a certain amount of time has passed Enabling the screen saver Click Start Control Panel Click Appearance and Themes Click Display The Display Properties window appears Click the Screen Saver tab 1 2 Mobile Computing Changing the main battery Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Screen saver Windows XP v __ Settings Wait minutes On resume password protect Monitor power To adjust monitor power settings and save energy Lee click Power Sample Display Properties window with Screen Saver tab displayed 5 Inthe section labeled Screen Save
189. sidential and commercial wall outlets AC reverses its direction at regular intervals Compare direct current DC own 243 application A computer program that you use to perform tasks of a specific type Applications include word processors spreadsheets and database management systems See also program backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged basic input output system BIOS See BIOS baud rate The speed at which a communication device such as a printer or modem transmits information Baud rate is the number of signal changes per second not necessarily the same as bits per second See also bits per second BIOS basic input output system Basic instructions stored in read only memory ROM containing the information the computer needs in order to check hardware and load the operating system when you start up the computer bit Short for binary digit A bit is the smallest unit of information used by a computer A group of eight bits is a byte See also byte bits per second bps A way of measuring the speed at which information is passed between two devices The basic measure used in modem communications bps is similar but not identical to the baud rate See also baud rate boot To start the computer The term boot originates from bootstrap program as in pulling itself up by its bootstraps a program th
190. snmccosentanzonestesenntinesdsvat acccens 3 WSS guide cee cectiaceetestesasceniecteseegeccsenttesauetedeoseacstecken 38 Safety 41 610 fee 38 Other icons used ceecee 40 Other documentation eeeeeeeee 40 Service OPTIONS oo cece ccccseeesesseeeseseseeesseeeseseeeeeseaes 41 Chapter 1 Getting Started 42 Selecting a place tO WOFK ccce 42 Creating a computer friendly environment 42 Keeping yourself comfortable eee 43 Other precautions eeens 47 Important information on your computer s cooling fan 48 Setting up your Computer ceecee 49 Setting Up your SOTTWANE n 49 Registering your computer with Toshiba 50 Adding external devices cc 50 Connecting a POWEr SOUICE cece cece eceeeeeeeeen 51 Using the computer for the first time 55 Opening the display panel oce 55 Contents 29 Your computer s features and specifications 56 Turning ON the POWER cccccccccerrnrrrern 56 Using the AccuPoint Iascc 57 Installing additional memory optional 08 Removing a memory Module cccc cece 64 Connecting an external USB MOUSE 65 Connecting an external USB keyboard 0 65 Connecting a printer eese 65 Connecting the Modem ceee 67 Connecting to a phone line ou eee sere 67 Connecting other external devices 0 ee 68 Customizing your computers settings 69 Powering off the computer cee eeeeeeeene ees 69 Closing the display pane
191. sources to display for quick access Web content interface what information from the Internet to always display Desktop style how windows are displayed and how to browse folders and files Toolbars what information appears at the top of each window Customizing the taskbar As you work the taskbar changes to reflect what you are doing Its icons provide shortcuts to programs documents files folders system features and components Open applications also have Forward and Backward buttons to allow navigation through folders documents and Web sites For example you can personalize the taskbar to include Quick Launch icons and also your favorite URL addresses or local folders and programs Wy DEFINITION URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator which Z is the address that defines the route to a file on the Web or any other Internet facility Generically it is known as the World Wide Web site address a N Having a list of favorite URLs handy saves time Using it bypasses the need for you to launch your browser first To customize your taskbar settings point to an empty space in the taskbar and click the secondary button Then click Properties Enhancing Productivity 1 4f Personalizing your desktop Bringing the world to your desktop With the Windows XP operating system you can set up your desktop with complete World Wide Web integration at a single click Turning on the Web content interfac
192. splay and external video displays CPU Allows you to enable or disable the processor serial number and to set the CPU Frequency Mode to one of Dynamically Switchable Always High or Always Low General Allows you to view the current BIOS Device Config Shows the Device configuration options Chapter 7 Keeping Your Files Safe You may have files on your computer that you want to keep private Your computer comes with several options that can help you keep your computer and files safe from unwanted intrusion This chapter describes the security options for your notebook computer Using passwords in Windows Setting a password lets you leave your computer secure in the knowledge that nobody can access your files When you set a password you must enter the password before you can work on your computer again Toshiba supports the following types of passwords on the M100 Series computer A power on user level password that requires you to enter the password whenever you start the computer An instant user level password that secures your open programs and files when you need to leave the computer temporarily 1 6 Keeping Your Files Safe 1 T User level passwords A supervisor level password that protects system settings by restricting who can make changes in Toshiba Utilities and System Setup This is useful if more than one person is using the computer User level pa
193. sswords The user level password is the basic level of password security You can use it as a power on password For most users this is all the password security yov ll need You can set register a user level password in either Toshiba Hardware Setup or System Setup If you use System Setup however you can also create a password service diskette which can be used to bypass the password function when starting your computer Once you have used the diskette you must reset your password and create another password service diskette CAUTION Make Sure you use a password you can remember easily If you ever forget your password contact your network administrator A good way to prevent forgetting your password is to create a password service diskette Refer to Setting a user level password in System Setup on page 179 for instructions Setting a user level password You can set a user level password in Toshiba Console or in System Setup 1 18 Keeping Your Files Safe User level passwords Setting a user level password in Toshiba Hardware Setup Setting a password leaves your computer secure so that nobody can access your files You must enter the password before you can work on your computer A single user password supports the instant and power on password functions Using an instant password An instant password secures your system with a single keystroke Use this feature when you leave your desk for a
194. stead of the AccuPoint II Connecting cables for each of these devices every time you return to the office is time consuming and inconvenient With a port replicator you can leave external devices connected while you are using your computer away from your desk When you return you can quickly connect your computer and have immediate access to all the devices A port replicator also provides serial parallel and PS 2 ports to support legacy devices such as a serial mouse and PS 2 keyboard For more information see the documentation that comes with the device To purchase an expansion device see the accessories information packaged with your system or visit Toshiba s Web site at toshibaaccessories com Using the optional external USB diskette drive The optional external USB diskette drive allows you to use diskettes and is useful for installing software on the hard disk exchanging information with other systems and making backup copies of the files stored on your hard disk Connecting the optional external USB diskette drive You can attach the optional external USB diskette drive to a USB port on the computer or to any of the USB ports on the optional Advanced Port Replicator Expansion Options 1 31 Using the optional external USB diskette drive USB connector Eject button Diskette slot Diskette in use light Z Optional external USB diskette drive and connector cable TECHNICAL NOTE You may attach
195. system uses Turn Off if you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server It uses Shut down if you are connected to a Windows network server domain server Factors to consider when choosing Turn Off or Shut down No power is used while the computer is turned off This is the most efficient mode if you will be away from your computer for an extended time Restarting from Turn Off or Shut down uses the most time and battery power When starting up again the system does not automatically open the programs and files you were previously using Restart command Restart is the same as Turn Off or Shut down but automatically powers up the computer Use it when you need to reload the operating system for example to activate changes to system settings 98 Learning the Basics Powering down the computer Hibernation command The Hibernation command powers off the computer but it first saves the current state of the computer to the hard disk Since Hibernation does not require power to maintain the saved information the system settings are retained indefinitely Restoring information from the hard disk takes longer than restoring it from memory When you start up again the computer runs a self test loads the operating system and then returns to the state in which you left it Factors to consider when choosing Hibernation While in Hibernation mode the computer uses no battery power gt Beca
196. tarted 69 Powering off the computer Customizing your computer s settings There are several ways in which you can customize your computer to suit your particular requirements Refer to your operating system documentation or Help and Support for details You may also wish to customize your power usage settings For more information see Turning off the display automatically on page 121 There are additional custom settings you can choose See Toshiba Utilities on page 161 Powering off the computer It s a good idea to power off your computer when you are not 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 main battery When the main battery light glows green the battery is fully charged Guidelines for powering off the computer If you have work in progress and if 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 automatically return to where you left off To leave the computer off for a longer period power down the computer The Windows XP Professional 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 Turn Off command if you are not When the hard disk drive light on the
197. te parallel Processes that occur simultaneously In communications it means the transmission of more than one bit of information at a time On your computer the parallel port provides a parallel communications interface between the computer and an appropriate device Most modern printers are parallel Compare serial password A unique string of characters entered by a user to verify his or her identity to the computer or the network PC Card A credit card sized expansion card designed to increase the capabilities of notebook computers PC Cards provide functions such as modem fax modem hard disk drive network adapter sound card or SCSI adapter peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU pixel Short for picture element The smallest dot that can be produced on a screen or printer Plug and Play Generally refers to the computer s ability to automatically configure itself to work with peripheral devices When capitalized refers to a standard that when followed by a device manufacturer allows a PC to configure itself automatically to work with the device pointing device Any device such as the AccuPoint or a mouse that enables you to move the cursor on the screen port A socket on the computer where you plug in a cable for connection to a network or a peripheral device 252 om processor See c
198. ter comes with a built in modem that can be connected to a standard voice grade telephone line The modem allows you to Access the Internet Communicate with your office s local area network LAN or a larger corporate wide area network WAN For specific information about connecting to a LAN or WAN consult your network administrator Send a fax directly from your computer Connecting to a phone line Before you can communicate using the modem you need to connect it to a telephone line Your computer s built in modem provides an RJ11 jack 1 Plug one end of a telephone cable purchased separately into the modem port on the back of the computer 68 Getting Started Connecting other external devices Connecting the telephone cable to the modem port 2 Connect the other end to the RJ11 wall jack d LP Av Connecting to a wall jack The modem is designed for use with a standard analog ACAUTION telephone line Never connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem Now you re ready to send a fax or use the modem to connect to an online service or the Internet For more information on using a modem see Setting up for communications on page 152 Connecting other external devices For more information on attaching other external devices such as a keyboard and diskette drive see the Expansion Options chapter on page 129 Getting S
199. ter s A CAUTION 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 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 computer lock cable Sample PORT Noteworthy computer lock cable 2 Getting Started Caring for your computer To secure the computer 1 Loop 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 Pass the locking end through the loop Insert the cable s locking end into the security lock slot on your computer then engage the locking device 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 stays in the co
200. ternet resource and Windows will open it For you Cancel Browse Sample Run dialog box 2 Inthe Run dialog box If you know the program s location type the command line For a program in the Windows folder type just the program name Otherwise type the full file path For example to access WordPad type c Program Files WindowsNT Accessories Wordpad then click OK If you do not know the location click Browse In the Browse dialog box enter the file name for example wordpad exe and select the drive to search 82 Learning the Basics Saving your work When the operating system has found the file click Open HINT To run the same program again click the arrow to the right of the text box and select the command line from the drop down list Saving your work Before you turn off the computer save your work on the hard disk drive or a diskette CAUTION Always save your data even when you are using Stand by mode 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 Setting battery alarms on page 116 Many programs offer a feature that saves documents at regular intervals Check your program s documentation to see if it has an automatic save feature Saving files 1 On the File menu of your Windows program click Save If you are working with a document that already has a file
201. tery remaining 100 Life on Standby 182 hours Details Life on Hibernation 31 days Running on batteries a Long Life Create copy Qa Normal Q High Power E DVD Playback Unda Presentation Show Power Saver Properties icon on the taskbar Show Intel SpeedStep Ri Technology icon on the taskbar a Sample TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window Learning the Basics 1 0 Using Turn Off or Shut down 4 Click Details in the Running on batteries section The Full Power Properties window appears 5 Click the System Power Mode tab Full Power Properties General Power Save Mode System Power Mode Device Settings A These settings control system standby properties Wr Override all Modes with settings here B When press the power button Power Off A When close the ja Prompt for password when computer goes off Standby or Hibernation OK Cancel Apply Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Power Off for the option you want When I press the power button Set this option to Power Off if you want the computer to turn off when you press the power button 1 02 Learning the Basics Using Hibernation 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here The Set the range window appears Set the range A Select the range to override DC only Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following Click DC only if you want the settings to
202. the Adapter and click Disable Click Yes to confirm disabling the network card Your LAN port is now disabled Accessing a LAN To access a LAN At the office you can connect the network Ethernet cable to the RJ45 jack on your computer Your computer may be equipped for wireless communications If so see the next section on Exchanging data with another computer Enhancing Productivity 1 DD Exchanging data with another computer From home or while on the road yov ll need a dial up connection Ask your network administrator for the telephone number to access the network Exchanging data with another computer To transfer a large amount of information between your notebook and another computer with a compatible infrared port you can use a special synchronization program 1 Place the computers so that their infrared ports are aligned Load the synchronization program on both computers Set any specific options Start the transfer vn AeA U N When you have finished transferring files close the synchronization programs on both computers Transferring application files There may be instances when you will need to transfer application files from the Recovery media that comes with your computer If a DVD ROM or multi function drive is not a standard feature of your computer but you can transfer these files to your computer in the following ways Use an external DVD ROM or multi functio
203. the optional external USB diskette drive while the computer is on or off If you attempt to access the drive when it is not attached to the computer you will receive an error message To attach the optional external USB diskette drive cable to a USB port on either the computer or the optional Advanced Port Replicator gently push the connector into the USB port The computer automatically recognizes the optional external USB diskette drive and calls it A Using the optional USB external diskette drive with a PC Card If you have connected a USB external diskette drive and a PC Card storage device before turning on your computer the operating system may display two external diskette drives instead of one diskette drive and one PC Card drive If you want to use both a USB external diskette drive and PC Card device simultaneously please connect one or both devices after the operating system startup process is complete 1 3 2 Expansion Options Using a keyboard with the Advanced Port Replicator Using a keyboard with the Advanced Port Replicator If you prefer to use a standard keyboard you can attach one to a USB PS 2 or serial port on the optional Advanced Port Replicator provided the keyboard is USB or PS 2 compatible Connecting a keyboard to the Advanced Port Replicator To connect a USB or PS 2 keyboard to the optional Advanced Port Replicator gently push the keyboard cable into the USB or PS 2 port NO
204. tion to a wireless network cannot be established because the wireless communication switch is turned off an exclamation point displays next to the wireless communication switch Upon clicking the exclamation point a description of the problem and a solution displays 23 4 Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer ConfigFree Utilities A Wireless Communication Switch is tumed OFF c1 Turn on the wireless communication switch a1 I Stay on the task tray The Connectivity Doctor The Connectivity Doctor screen automatically refreshes However you can also use the Refresh button to refresh the screen Device Settings The Device Settings screen displays a list of all wired wireless and infrared for systems with infrared devices that are connected to the network Detailed information about each device such as the driver version number and the status are also displayed Using ConfigFree with your Toshiba Computer 235 ConfigFree Utilities Adapter Name Intel PRO 100 VE Network Connecti lt CaaS a Intell PRO 100 VE Network Connection DevicelD PCI VEN_S0862DEV_1031 amp SUBSYS_000 k k Status Enable y Toshiba Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card MAC Addess 00 00 39 86 b0 95 Driver Provider Microsoft Driver Versio 541 220 Pilismc ICC Fast Infrared Port Diver Date 71 2001 sZ Network Connections Enable Wireless when cable disconnect occurs Iv Sta on the task tray V
205. tomatically recognize the change w 249 icon A small image displayed on the screen that represents a function file or program interlaced A method of refreshing a computer screen in which only every other line of pixels is refreshed Interlaced monitors take two passes to create a complete screen image Compare non interlaced internal device See device Internet The decentralized world wide network of computers that provides electronic mail the World Wide Web and other services See also World Wide Web keyboard shortcut A key or combination of keys that you use to perform a task instead of using a pointing device such as the AccuPoint kilobyte KB A unit of data equal to 1024 bytes See also byte L1 level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache CPU cache L2 cache L2 level two cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache CPU cache LI cache LAN local area network A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network liquid crystal display LCD A type of display that uses a liquid substance between two transparent electrode panels When an electric current passes through the
206. ttings 4 These settings control system standby properties lt Ses Override all Modes with settings here B When press the power button Power Off Ka a When close the lid M Prompt for password when computer goes off Standby or Hibemation OK Cancel Apply Sample Full Power Properties window 6 Select Standby for the options you want When I press the power button Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you press the power button When I close the lid Set this option to Standby so that the computer will go into Standby mode when you close the display panel When the system standby time has passed Set this option to Standby if you want the computer to automatically go into Standby mode when you have not used it for a specified amount of time You can set the System standby time on the Power Save Mode tab 7 Click Override all Modes with settings here 1 1 0 Learning the Basics Toshiba s online resources The Set the range window appears set the range Sample Set the range window with DC only option 8 Do one of the following Click DC only for the settings to apply only when you are using battery power Click All for the settings to apply whether you are using battery power or outlet power 9 Click OK to close the Full Power Properties window 10 Click OK to close the TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window then close the Control P
207. ty DOCtOL nenen 233 Device Settings 234 Profile Settings 0 00 cecceeeescesssseesesseeeeesseeen 236 QUICK CONNECT eeen 237 Using AUTO OWING cctesatcaresetecetet lt censucrcdenesessesne 238 Auto Switch Cable Disconnect 08 239 Auto Switch SSID senner 239 GIOSSALY AE 240 Introduction Welcome to the world of powerful and portable multimedia computers With your new Toshiba notebook computer your access to information can accompany you wherever you go You will find that your Microsoft Windows XP Professional operating system is already installed on your computer It offers exciting features and easy Internet access 3 Introduction This guide 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 ocsupport 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
208. u can start it from Windows Explorer Windows Explorer gives you a 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 This example opens WordPad using its file name wordpad exe 1 nan amp UO N Click Start then point to All Programs Click Accessories Click Windows Explorer Click My Computer to expand it In the left part of the window under the C icon double click the folder containing the program in this case Program Files Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Program Files folder on the right side of the window The left side of the window shows all the folders contained within the Program Files folder In the left part of the window click Windows NT Click Accessories Windows Explorer shows the contents of the Accessories folder on the right side of the window In the right part of the window double click WordPad Learning the Basics ST Starting a program WordPad opens xX To close the program click the Close button in the upper right corner of the program s window Starting a program from the Run dialog box This example uses the Run command to start WordPad 1 Click Start then click Run The Run dialog box appears Type the name of a program Folder document or In
209. ual eject button This button is in the small hole next to the DVD ROM or multi function eject button on the face of the DVD ROM multi function tray Some discs run correctly but others do not Check the type of disc you are using The DVD ROM drive supports the Digital Versatile Disc DVD formats DVD ROM DVD R read only plus CD ROM CD R read 20 8 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict only and CD RW read only The CD ROM drive supports CD ROM CD R read only and CD RW read only HINT The DVD ROM drive is initially set for Region 1 North E America DVDs If the problem is with a data CD or DVD refer to the software s documentation and check that the hardware configuration meets the program s needs The disc will not come out of the drive when you click the eject button on the screen Press the button on the DVD ROM or multi function drive itself Sound system problems You do not hear any sound from the computer Adjust the volume control If you are using external headphones or speakers check that they are securely connected to your computer The computer emits a loud high pitched noise This is feedback between the microphone and the speakers It occurs in any sound system when input from a microphone is fed to the speakers and the speaker volume is too loud Adjust the volume control Changing the settings for the Record Monitor feature in the Recording Control Ut
210. ur Files Safe User level passwords Using the power on user level password Whenever you start your computer with a power on user level password in effect the computer prompts you to enter the password before it goes through its normal startup procedure When your computer prompts you to enter your password type it in and press Enter If you enter the password correctly the computer continues with its normal startup procedure If you enter an incorrect password the computer beeps After three incorrect attempts the system turns off automatically If you ve forgotten your password and you have a password service diskette 1 Connect your diskette drive For instructions see Using the optional external USB diskette drive on page 130 2 Turn on the computer The system prompts you for your password 3 Insert the password service diskette into the diskette drive and press Enter The system prompts you Set Password Again Y N CAUTION The password service diskette is not reusable Once you use it you must create a new diskette even if you set the same password 4 To enter System Setup and reset your password press Y Follow the instructions in Setting a user level password in System Setup on page 179 to reset your password To remove your password press N It will no longer be registered Keeping Your Files Safe 1 85 Using a supervisor password Using the instant user
211. uration TOSHIBA Console TOSHIBA Button Controls Fn esse The operating system shortcuts and Toshiba s Fn esse program provide quick ways to open programs documents and folders from within any program without using the Start menu This section describes how to use the Fn esse program to quickly access your programs and files 161 1 62 Toshiba Utilities Fn esse With Fn esse you can assign an Fn key combination to Open a Windows program Open a file in its associated Windows program Display a customized folder of Windows programs and or files from which to choose Fn esse also has several keys known as hot keys that perform preassigned operations For more information see Hot Keys on page 222 You can assign any key that is not associated with a hot key or a keyboard overlay Starting Fn esse You can access Fn esse in one of two ways Click Start All Programs Toshiba Utilities and Fn esse Click the Fn esse icon The Fn esse keyboard appears Fn esse Assignments Options Help Sample Fn esse keyboard The keys are color coded as follows Available keys are black Assigned keys and keys associated with a popup list are shown on the Fn esse keyboard in the selected color Unavailable keys are dark gray Toshiba Utilities 1 63 Fn esse Assigning a key to a program or document There are two ways to assign a key to open a program or document
212. urn Off or Shut down If you are not connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows To turn off the computer 1 Click Start Turn off computer The Turn off computer window appears Turn off computer y i fad ly Ld 74 Stand By Turn Off Restart Cancel Sample Turn off computer window 2 Click Turn Off The computer turns itself off If you are connected to a Windows network server domain server power off the computer as follows 1 00 Learning the Basics Using Turn Off or Shut down 1 Click the Start button then Shut down The Shut Down window appears Select Shut down from the drop down list Click OK The computer shuts down completely Turning off more quickly In addition to the method described above you can turn off the computer by pressing the power button To use this method you first need to turn on the feature in TOSHIBA Power Saver 1 Click Start Control Panel The Control Panel window appears Click Performance and Maintenance Double click the Toshiba Power Saver icon The TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties window appears TOSHIBA Power Saver Properties Power Save Modes Hibemate PEJ The Power Save Modes are a series of settings for power management You can change which mode your computer is using change the settings for each mode or create custom modes 9 Plugged in is Power source V Full Power AC power Bat
213. use the state of the system is held on the hard disk no data is lost if the battery discharges while the computer is in Hibernation mode When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than the Turn Off or Shut down option But it uses a little more time and battery power to start up than the Standby option because information is being retrieved from the hard disk instead of from memory gt On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using Standby command The Standby command puts the computer into a power saving mode Standby stores the current state of the computer in memory so that when you restart the computer you can continue working from where you left off Factors to consider when choosing Standby While in Standby mode the computer uses some battery power If your computer is left in Standby mode for an extended period your computer could lose data Learning the Basics QO Using Turn Off or Shut down When starting up again this choice uses less time and battery power than either Turn Off Shut down or Hibernation On restarting the computer returns to the state in which you left it and opens all the programs and files you were using NOTE If you power down using the Standby command and the battery discharges fully your information will be lost Be sure to save your work often Using T
214. utton corresponds to the left mouse button To double click press the primary button twice in rapid succession The function of the secondary button depends on the program you are using It usually corresponds to the right mouse button Check your program s documentation to find whether it uses the secondary mouse button Installing additional memory optional 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 qA HINT To purchase additional memory modules see the a accessories information packaged with your system or visit Toshiba s Web site at toshibaaccessories com Your computer comes with enough memory to run most of iG today s popular applications You may want to increase the 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 The computer has two memory expansion slots Slot A and Slot B You can install one or two memory modules Getting Started DO Installing additional memory optional CeAuTion Before you install or remove a memory module turn off the computer usin
215. vice can be used Glossary Z Acronyms TECHNICAL NOTE Some features defined in this glossary may not be available on your computer The following acronyms may appear in this user s guide AC BIOS bps CD CD ROM CD RW CMOS COMI COM2 CPU DC alternating current basic input output system bits per second compact disc compact disc read only memory compact disc rewrite memory complementary metal oxide semiconductor communications port 1 serial port communications port 2 serial port central processing unit direct current 240 DMA DIMM DOS DPI DSTN DVD DVD ROM ECP EPROM FAT FCC FIR GB HDD HTML IEEE VO IRQ ISP KB LAN LCD LPT1 LSI MB MIDI PC PCI PCMCIA oman 24 direct memory access dual inline memory module disk operating system dots per inch dual supertwist nematic digital versatile or video disc digital versatile or video disc read only memory enhanced capabilities port erasable programmable read only memory file allocation table Federal Communications Commission fast infrared gigabyte hard disk drive Hypertext Markup Language Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers input output interrupt request Internet service provider kilobyte local area network liquid crystal display line printer port parallel port large scale integration megabyte Musical Instrument Digital Interface personal computer Peripheral Compo
216. vices included with this TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than specified by TOSHIBA The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation The radiated output power of the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the TOSHIBA Wireless LAN Mini PCI Card shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized In normal operating configuration the LCD in the upright position the distance between the antenna and the user should not be less than 20 cm The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Antenna s used in 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency band must be integral antenna which provide no access to the end user Refer to the Regulatory Statements as identified in the documentation that comes with those products for additional information 12 Caution Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for frequency range 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channe
217. wer colors To change the number of colors displayed 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button 2 Click Properties and then the Settings tab 3 Change the Colors option and click OK i For more information see Windows Help 20 4 lf Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict A message tells you that there is a problem with your display settings and that the adapter type is incorrect or the current settings do not work with your hardware Reduce the size of the color palette to one that is supported by the computer s internal display To change the display properties 1 Point at the desktop and click with the secondary button The Display Properties window appears Click Properties then click the Settings tab Adjust the screen resolution and or color quality 4 Click OK The display mode is set to Simultaneous and the external display device does not work Make sure the external monitor is capable of displaying at resolutions of 800 x 600 or higher Devices that do not support this resolution will only work in External monitor only mode Small bright dots appear on your TFT display when you turn on your computer Your display contains an extremely large number of thin film transistors TFT and is manufactured using high precision technology The small bright dots that appear on your display are an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT manufacturing technology NOTE Over a pe
218. works 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 htto www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information When you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA close to 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices Bluetooth transmissions might slow down or cause errors If you detect certain interference while you use Bluetooth cards from TOSHIBA always change the frequency move your PC to the area outside of the interference range of 2 4 GHz Wireless LAN devices 40 meters 43 74 yards or more or stop transmitting from your PC Please contact TOSHIBA PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsupport global toshiba com in the United States for more information Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices operate within the same radio frequency range and may interfere with one another If you use Bluetooth and Wireless LAN devices simultaneously you may occasionally experience a less than optimal network performance or even lose your network connection If you should experience any such problem immediately turn off either one of your Bluetooth or Wireless LAN Please contact Toshiba PC product support on Web site http www toshiba europe com computers tnt bluetooth htm in Europe or http www pcsup
219. x appears Fe HINT If you are making a direct key assignment complete step 3 If you are making a popup assignment complete step 4 To make a direct key assignment select Direct to display the Add Edit Command dialog box then complete these Steps gt hS Enter the Description Command Line and Working Directory for the new Fn esse key assignment or click the Browse button to specify this information Click OK To make a popup assignment select Popup to display the Application Explorer dialog box then complete these Steps gt Select the desired folder The left side of the Application Explorer window displays the folders in the Programs menu The right side lists the programs and documents in the folder These are the items that appear in the popup list To create a popup list with items from various folders or to pick only a few items from a folder create a new folder containing only the desired programs and documents If you are unsure how to Toshiba Utilities 1 65 Hotkey utility do this refer to your operating system documentation Click OK to associate the folder with the key you just selected To open a popup list showing the items in that folder press Fn plus the appropriate key from within any Windows program Viewing existing key assignments To view the existing key assignments choose Assignments from the Fn esse keyboard Fn esse disp
220. yboard it has fewer keys A standard full size keyboard has two Enter Ctrl and Alt keys editing keys cursor positioning keys and a numeric keypad 16 Learning the Basics Using the keyboard Pressing the Fn key simultaneously in combination with one of the specially marked keys allows you to emulate a full size keyboard Your computer s keyboard has only one Enter and one Ctrl key Most of the time this does not matter However some programs assign separate functions to the right and left Ctrl and Alt keys or to the regular and numeric pad Enter keys on the full sized keyboard Using the Fn key you can simulate 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 HEE Ctrl Fn and Alt keys The Cirl Fn and Alt keys do different things depending on the program you are using For more information see your program documentation Function keys EAI la R il F ISE m Reel all tn F9 lz F1 afa l Function keys The function keys not to be confused with the Fn key are the 12 keys at the top of the keyboard F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key function keys marked with ico
221. your computer Toshiba assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adapter To connect AC power to the computer Getting Started 53 Connecting a power source 1 Connect the power cord cable to the AC adapter Sample connecting the power cord cable to the AC adapter AWARNING 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 C 2 _ Plug the AC adapter into the DC IN on the left side of the computer Sample connecting the AC adapter to the computer 3 Connect the power cord cable to a live electrical outlet If the electrical outlet is live the system indicator panel s AC power light 82 glows green 5 4 Getting Started Connecting a power source AWARNING 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 cords 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 Charging the main battery To charge 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 w

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