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LG M70 User's Manual

1. Express Media Player Some computers in this series are equipped with the Express Media Player Express Media Player is a quick play feature that enables users to perform DVD and CD playback without loading Windows Notes for Express Media Player Express Media Player CD and Express Media Player DVD Usage Dirty or scratched CD DVDs might not be playable In addition the CD DVD might not be removable if the dirt or scratches are serious Press the personal computer s power switch for five seconds or more to force it to shut down you can open the drawer by inserting slender object about 15mm into the eject hole Refer to the Loading compact discs section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Express Media Player DVD Usage Express Media Player DVD plays the disc according to the way the DVD Video has been programmed by the producer hence sometimes it might not work as expected might appear on screen during operation When is displayed it means that Express Media Player DVD or DVD Video prohibits that particular operation from being carried out Please also read the instructions that come with the DVD that you want to play Depending on the DVD being played there might be dropping of frames or skipping of audio The DVD can only be played on the LCD display of the computer External video output is not supported For DVD titles with parental control the level settings for the parental control function is n
2. PETITA 6 Adjusting the TV settings O Notebook Primary Device Television Secondary Device Notebook Scheme Options User s Manual Display Modes B 6 User s Manual TOSHIBA Appendix C AC Power Cord and Connectors The power cord s AC input plug must be compatible with the various international AC power outlets and the cord must meet the standards for the country region in which it is used All cords must meet the following specifications Length Wire size Current rating Voltage rating Minimum 2 meters Minimum 0 75 mm2 Minimum 2 5 amperes 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards Certification agencies U S and Canada Australia Europe Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 AS OVE Italy IMQ The CEBEC Netherlands KEMA DEMKO Norway KEMKO FIMKO Sweden SEMKO LCIE Switzerland SEV United VDE Kingdom BSI User s Manual C 1 AC Power Cord and Connectors In Europe two conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F and for three conductors power cord must be VDE type HOSVV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be a 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V and three pin plug coniguration must be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical c
3. Do not try to force the card into the slot Do not leave a memory card partially inserted in the slot Press the memory card until you hear it click into place Do not twist or bend memory cards Do not expose memory cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid After using a memory card return it to its case Do not touch the metal part or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty Memory expansion You can install additional memory in the computer s memory module socket to increase the amount of RAM This section describes how to install and remove a memory module 8 8 User s Manual Optional Devices Installing a memory module JN If you use the computer for a long time the memory modules will become hot In this case let the memory modules cool to room temperature before you replace them Follow these steps to install a memory module 1 Set the computer to boot mode and turn off the power JN Do not try to install a memory module under the following conditions You can damage the computer and the module a The computer is turned on b The computer was shut down using the Stand by mode c Power to the optical disc drive has been turned on by the CD Power switch 2 Remove all cables connected to the computer 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Loosen the one screw securing the memo
4. You can also enable Standby by pressing Fn F3 See Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details You can enter standby mode in one of three ways 1 Click Start then Turn Off Computer and then Stand By 2 Close the display panel This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel 3 Press the power button This feature must be enabled Refer to the Setup Action tab in TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility described in the Control Panel When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer E When the computer is shut down in standby mode the power indicator glows amber E fyou are running the computer on battery power you can lengthen the operating time by shutting down into Hibernation Mode Standby Mode consumes more power from the battery when the computer is switched off Standby limitations Standby will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise 3 10 User s Manual Getting Started Restarting the computer A Certain conditions require that you reset the system For example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands There are three ways to reset the computer system 1 Click start then
5. ITU T Rec V 17 V 29 V 27ter V 21 Former CCITT ch2 Data transmission and reception 300 1200 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 16800 19200 21600 24000 26400 28800 31200 33600 bps Data reception only with V 90 V 92 28000 29333 30666 32000 33333 34666 36000 37333 38666 40000 4 1333 42666 44000 45333 46666 48000 49333 50666 52000 53333 54666 56000 bps Fax 2400 4800 7200 9600 12000 14400 bps MNP class 4 and ITU T V 42 MNP class 5 and ITU T V 42bis A 2 User s Manual Display Modes This appendix contains a table listing all the display modes when the TOSHIBA Appendix B display is set to an external monitor CRT Display Resolution 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 1920 x 1440 2048 x 1536 Color Depth bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 16 bit 32 bit 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 60 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 85 100 60 75 60 75 60 60 Refresh Rate Hz User s Manual B 1 Display Modes Displaying movies on a TV or CRT This section describes how to set up your system to display movies simultaneously on your computer s LCD and on an external TV or CRT monitor Follow the steps below For the ATI Graphics Controller 1 akon Open the Control Panel and click Appearance and Themes
6. Memory Stick Pro Duo and Mini SD cards are not supported 8 6 User s Manual Optional Devices Removing a memory card To remove a memory card follow the steps below 1 2 Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Taskbar Select a device then click the Stop button A confirmation dialog may appear depending on how the device is registered with the system if so confirm that you want to remove the device Gently press the memory card inside the socket to eject it Grasp the card and remove it Removing a memory card Make sure the memory card indicator is out before you remove the card or turn off the computer s power If you remove the card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the card you may lose data or damage the card Do not remove the card while the computer is in Standby or Hibernation mode The computer could become unstable or data in the memory card could be lost Do not turn off or place the computer into either Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode while data is being transferred to or from the memory card The system may become unstable or data in the memory card may be lost User s Manual 8 7 Optional Devices Memory card care Do not write to a memory card if the battery power is low Low power could affect writing accuracy Do not remove a memory card while read write is in progress The memory card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way
7. RecordNow cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to backup a DVD R RW or DVD R RW disc that was made with other software on a different DVD R RW or DVD R RW recorder If you add data to a DVD R and DVD R disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances It cannot be read in 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows ME in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later to read the data and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 or later to read it Some optical media drives cannot read added data regardless of the operating system RecordNow does not support recording to DVD RAM discs To record to a DVD RAM use Explorer or other similar utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure the source drive supports recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs If the source drive does not support recording to DVD R RW or DVD R RW discs it might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD RW DVD R or DVD RW be sure to use the same type of disc You cannot partially delete any data written to a CD RW DVD RW or DVD RW disc 4 24 User s Manual Operating Basics Data Verification To verify that data is written or rewritten correctly follow the steps below before you write or rewrite a Data disc 1 2 3 4 Click the Options button RY on the Rec
8. and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 Mbps 100BASE TX Some computers in this series are equipped with a wireless LAN mini PCI card that is compatible with other LAN systems that support the following 802 11a g wireless LAN module 802 119 wireless LAN module It has a Frequency Channel Selection 2 4 or 5 GHz and allows roaming over multiple channels Bluetooth is a short range wireless technology used to create PANs Personal Area Networks among your devices and with other nearby devices like mobile computers mobile phones and digital cameras Power on password protection Two level password architecture Receives an optional security lock in order to anchor the computer to a desk or other large heavy object User s Manual 1 9 Introduction Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Hotkeys Display Automatic Power off Hard Disk Drive Automatic Power Off System Automatic Standby Hibernation Keypad Overlay Power on Password Battery Save Mode Instant Security Panel Power Off On Key combinations that let you quickly modify the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system configuration program This feature automatically cuts off power to the internal display when there is no input from the keyboard or pointing device for a specified time period Power is res
9. circuit that uses large scale integration megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte mode A method of operation for example the boot mode standby mode or the hibernation mode modem Derived from modulator demodulator a device that converts modulates digital data for transmission over telephone lines and then converts modulated data demodulates to digital format where received monitor A device that uses rows and columns of pixels to display alphanumeric characters or graphic images See also CRT MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files Glossary 6 User s Manual Glossary numeric keypad overlay A feature that allows you to use certain keys on the keyboard to perform numeric entry or to control cursor and page movement Oo operating system A group of programs that controls the basic operation of a computer Operating system functions include interpreting programs creating data files and controlling the transmission and receipt input output of data to and from memory and peripheral devices output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent through the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media P parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of
10. ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange ASCII code is a set of 256 binary codes that represent the most commonly used letters numbers and symbols BIOS Basic Input Output System The firmware that controls data flow within the computer See also firmware bit Derived from binary digit the basic unit of information used by the computer It is either zero or one Eight bits is one byte See also byte boot Short for bootstrap A program that starts or restarts the computer The program reads instructions from a storage device into the computer s memory bps Bits per second Typically used to describe the data transmission speed of a modem buffer The portion of the computer s memory where data is temporarily stored Buffers often compensate for differences in the rate of flow from one device to another bus An interface for transmission of signals data or electric power byte The representation of a single character A sequence of eight bits treated as a single unit also the smallest addressable unit within the system Cc Glossary 2 User s Manual Glossary cache memory High speed memory which stores data that increases processor speed and data transfer rate When the CPU reads data from main memory it stores a copy of this data in cache memory The next time the CPU needs that same data it looks for it in the cache memory rather than the main memory which saves time The c
11. Camcorder via the IEEE1394 connection Click the Edit button then drag the video clips from Video Library tab to the edit track Click the Make Movie button in the top bar Double click the right arrow button icon in the center of the right hand side Put a blank DVD R R disc or an erased DVD RW RW disc in the drive Click Start to record to the disc When recording is finished the tray opens How to learn more about InterVideo WinDVD Creator Please refer to the on line Help for additional InterVideo WinDVD Creator information 4 26 User s Manual Operating Basics Important information for use Note the following limitations when you write video DVD 1 Editing digital video Log in with Administrator rights to use WinDVD Creator Make sure that your computer is running on AC power when using WinDVD Creator Operate the computer at Full Power Do not use power saving features While you are editing DVD you can display previews However if another application is running the preview might not display properly WinDVD Creator cannot show video on an external monitor if the computer is configured for simultaneous display mode WinDVD Creator cannot edit or play copy protected content Do not change display settings while using WinDVD Creator Do not enter standby hibernation mode while using WinDVD Creator Do not operate WinDVD Creator immediately after turning on the computer you should ensure you
12. If you frequently carry the computer to different sites such as your home and office having an AC adapter at each location reduces the weight and bulk of your load User s Manual 8 11 Optional Devices External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer To connect a monitor follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Connect the monitor to the external monitor port 3 Turn the monitor s power on 4 Turn the computer on When you turn on the power the computer automatically recognizes the monitor To change the display settings press Fn F5 If you disconnect the monitor before you turn the computer off be sure to press Fn F5 to switch to the internal display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details on using hot keys to change the display setting Television A television can be connected to the video out port on the computer To connect a television follow the steps below 1 Turn the computer off 2 Use a video cable not supplied to connect the television to the video out port 3 Turn the television on 4 Turn the computer on You can use the hotkeys Fn F5 or use the TV Out button to change the display device Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If a television is connected to the computer set the TV type in Display Properties Follow the steps below 8 12 User s Manual Optional Devices For the ATI Graphic
13. L246 600 19 de lt 6 bod 0 Note User s Manual xvii xviii User s Manual TOSHIBA Table of Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 General Precautions Preface Introduction F atures aneura ca eee Saeed ee wale oa iw a ee 1 3 Special features 2 222 00 ok et eee eee ee ele ee eee we eee es 1 10 Utilities ho fondest edi eee eat eed dette d ee 1 11 OPONS isis Pi habeas ae aoe Gee ene ee 1 14 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2000 eee eee eens 2 1 Right side i265 dent ea ana A ad ea ee td 2 3 Left Side aco setae dicen n EE fehaval sia ehaven a eisata cis EEA 2 4 Back Sid n eit ccd eee aaa aa we he ee we a ee 2 5 Underside sar apisrens cde wae s ahaa a wR aA dw ee Ee ae 2 6 Front with the display open 00020 cece eee eee 2 7 Keyboard Indicators 0200 eee eee 2 9 Optical Disc drive 2200 eee 2 10 AG adapter 2 i e fee hae eka Ea ae ne eee aa 2 12 Getting Started Setting up your work space 200 0c eee eee 3 1 Connecting the AC adapter 2002 20 nannan nnn 3 5 Opening the display 00 cee eee eee 3 6 Turning on the power 22 eee eee eee 3 6 Starting up for the first time 0 0 0 eee 3 7 Turning off the power 20 cee eee eee eee 3 7 Restarting the computer 200 cece eee eee 3 11 Restoring the preinstalled software 2 0055 3 11 User s Man
14. SECURE gt User Password E Registered Click to register a password of up to 8 characters After a password is set you will be prompted to enter it when you start the computer E Not Registered Click to delete a registered password Before you can delete a password you must first enter the current password correctly E Owner String text box You can use this box to associate text with the password After you enter text click Apply or Ok then each time the computer is switched on this text will be displayed along with the prompt for the password 6 12 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Supervisor password If you set a supervisor password some functions will be restricted when a user logs on with the user password To set a supervisor password TOSHIBA Assist gt SECURE gt Supervisor password This utility lets you do the following E Register or delete the supervisor password E Specify restrictions for general users Starting the computer by password If you registered a password start the computer by entering the password manually l The password is necessary only if the computer was shut down in boot mode not in Hibernation or Standby mode To enter a password manually follow these steps 1 Turn on the power as described in Chapter 3 Getting Started The following message will appear in the LCD Enter Password XXXXXXXX 2 Enter the Password 3 Press Enter F If you enter the pas
15. Traffic control equipment for air railroad road marine transport etc E Equipment used in atomic power plants etc HM Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above xvi User s Manual pio Warning Turn OFF the Wireless Communication switch of wireless products in a congested place such as a crowded commuter train Keep this product away from a cardiac pacemaker at least 22cm Radio waves can potentially affect cardiac pacemaker operation thereby causing respiratory troubles Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch inside a medical facility or near medical electric equipment Do not bring medical electric equipment close to the product Radio waves can potentially affect medical electric equipment thereby causing an accident due to malfunction Turn OFF the Wireless communication switch near an automatic door fire alarm or other automatic control equipment Radio waves can potentially affect automatic control equipment thereby causing an accident due to malfunction Do not turn ON the Wireless communication switch in aircraft or in places that generate or can generate radio interference Radio waves can potentially affect equipment such as that used on board aircraft causing an accident due to malfunction You should monitor possible radio interference or other issues that may arise with other equipment while the product is used If any effect is noted turneqile2 ce ore 4 ent suf a2 culd4 Oia tenat wB bste
16. Use the TV Out port to connect to a television Be sure to use a 4 pin type S video cable For more details see Appendix B gt Noe TV Out Port Setting up more than one display You can set up your computer to utilize more than one display effectively spreading a single desktop screen across two monitors The Display Properties window allows you to adjust more precisely the relative positioning of the two displays when they are configured as an extended desktop On the Display Properties window the two displays can be positioned horizontally vertically or in any diagonal configuration you wish as shown below Display Properties Themes Desktop Screen Saver Appearance Settings Drag the monitor icons to match the physical arrangement of your monitors 4 30 User s Manual Operating Basics If an external display will not be connected next time you use your computer you should cancel any extended desktop or clone display settings before shutting down your computer Clone display settings are those where more than one device has been selected and is simultaneously applicable Cleaning the computer A To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and use care with liquids around the computer E Be careful not to spill liquids into the computer If the computer does get wet turn the power off immediately and let the computer dry comple
17. and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example Enter identifies the Enter key Key operation Some operations require you to simultaneously use two or more keys We identify such operations by the key top symbols separated by a plus sign For example Ctrl C means you must hold down Ctrl and at the same time press C If three keys are used hold down the first two and at the same time press the third DISKCOPY A B When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the type face you see to the left xxiv User s Manual Preface Display Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below User s Manual XXV Preface xxvi User s Manual TOSHIBA Cha
18. can generally be rewritten about 1 000 times However the actual number of rewrites is affected by the quality of the media and the way it is used E Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter when you write or rewrite E Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software E Do not run software such as a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features E Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background E Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk access speeds as they may cause unstable operation and damage data E Write from the computer s hard disk drive to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device E Writing with software other than Sonic RecordNow has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed When writing or rewriting Note the following when you write or rewrite a CD R or CD RW E Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD Do not use cut and paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error E Do not perform any of the following actions E Change users in the Windows XP operating system E Operate the computer for any other function i
19. code on the DVD It must match that on the DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions E Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA E Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing E Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording E Do not run or start other software during writing E Do not jar the computer during writing H Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer 9 14 User s Manual Troubleshooting CD RW DVD ROM drive For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure You cannot access a Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed disc in the drive Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the disc is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the disc Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the disc is dirty If itis wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner Refer to Media Care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning Some discs run The software or hardware configuration may be correctly but others do causing a problem Make sure the hardware not configuration matches your software s nee
20. extend it Grasp the extended ExpressCard and remove it Removing an ExpressCard SD MMC MS MS Pro xD Memory cards The computer is equipped with a multiple digital media card slot that can accommodate SD MMC MS MS Pro xD memory cards These memory cards let you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants which use flash memory Card Type Capacities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB MMC 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB MS 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB MS Pro 256MB 512MB 1GB xD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB Keep foreign objects out of the memory card slot A pin or similar object can damage the computer s circuitry Do not format a memory card with Windows as it might result in that card not being able to be used with some peripheral devices User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices Installing a memory card To install a memory card 1 Insert the memory card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection Inserting a memory card AN Be sure the memory card is oriented properly before you insert it If Windows fails to read the card remove it then reinsert it e l E The multiple digital media card slot only accepts one type of card at a l time Do not attempt to install more than one card as you risk damaging either the cards themselves or the computer E Memory Stick Duo
21. function keys not to be confused with Fn are the 12 keys at the top of your keyboard These keys are dark gray but function differently from the other dark gray keys FA F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 8 fas ao va an H a a EJ j F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed Used in combination with the Fn key keys marked with icons execute specific functions on the computer See the section Soft keys Fn key combinations in this chapter The function executed by individual keys depends on the software you are using Soft keys Fn key combinations The Fn function is unique to TOSHIBA computers and is used in combination with other keys to form soft keys Soft keys are key combinations that enable disable or configure specific features Some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations D Soft key settings are not restored by the Standby feature Emulation keys Your software may require you to use keys that the keyboard does not have Pressing the Fn key and one of the following keys simulates the enhanced keyboard s functions i s k Press Fn F10 or Fn F11 to access the integrated keypad When activated the gray keys with white numbers become numeric keypad keys Fn F11 or cursor control keys Fn F10 Refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to opera
22. have become damaged in some way you can reinstall most of the components from this folder Create a copy of this folder to an external media for more convenience Please use the Express Media Player Recovery CD to reinstall the Express Media Player applications before you reinstall the Windows operating system the availability of this function depends on the model you purchased User s Manual 3 11 Getting Started 3 12 User s Manual TOSHIBA A Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter gives information on basic operations including using the Touch Pad optical disc drives the internal modem LAN and wireless LAN It also provides tips on caring for your computer and on heat dispersal Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply move your finger tip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go gt a b gt gt D gt Pp D gt Pp a Pp Wt SES Touch Pad and control buttons The two buttons below the Touch Pad are used like the buttons on a standard mouse Press the left button to select a menu item or to manipulate text or graphics designated by the pointer Press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using User s Manual 4 1 Operating Basics Do not press on the Touch Pad too hard or press a sharp object such as a ball point pen against it The Touch Pad could be damaged The Touch Pad has similar functions to
23. icon Follow the on screen directions Restart Windows If problems persist contact your dealer DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer For more information refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem You cannot access a disc in the drive Procedure Make sure the drive s drawer is securely closed Press gently until it clicks into place Open the drawer and make sure the disc is properly seated It should lie flat with the label facing up A foreign object in the drawer could block laser light from reading the disc Make sure there is no obstruction Remove any foreign object Check whether the disc is dirty If itis wipe it with a clean cloth dipped in water or a neutral cleaner See the Media care section in Chapter 4 for details on cleaning User s Manual 9 13 Troubleshooting Problem Some discs run correctly but others do not Cannot write correctly Procedure The software or hardware configuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration matches your software s needs Check the disc s documentation Check the type of disc you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R Double Layer DVD R Double layer CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA CD G Audio CD only Check the region
24. near a swimming pool 2 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 3 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 4 Use only the power cord indicated in this manual 4 2 User s Manual Operating Basics Region selection Telecommunication regulations vary from one country region to another so you will need to make sure the internal modem s settings are correct for the country region in which it will be used 1 Open the Modem Region Select application It is located on the Programs menu at TOSHIBA gt Networking 7 Do not use the Country Region Select function in the Modem setup utility I in the Control Panel if the function is available If you change the Country Region in the Control Panel the change may not take effect 2 The Region Selection icon appears on the Windows Task Bar _ 12 00 AM The Region Selection icon 3 Click the icon with the primary mouse button to display a list of regions that the modem supports A sub menu for telephony location information will also be displayed A check will appear next to the currently selected region and telephony location 4 Select a region from the region menu or a telephony location from the submenu mM When you click a region it becomes the modem s region selection and the New Location for telephony will be set automatic
25. responsibility of TOSHIBA EUROPE GmbH Hammfelddamm 8 41460 Neuss Germany phone 49 0 2131 158 01 For a copy of the related CE Declaration of Conformity please refer to the following website http epps toshiba teg com This product and the supplied accessories are designed to observe the related EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility and safety standards However TOSHIBA cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if accessories or cables not manufactured distributed by TOSHIBA are connected or implemented To avoid EMC problems in general the following advice should be observed E Only CE marked accessories should be connected implemented E Only best shielded cables should be connected User s Manual Following information is only for EU member states The symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste Please ensure this product is properly disposed as inappropriate waste handling of this product may cause potential hazards to the environment and human health For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact your local city office your household MMB waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product This symbol may not stick depending on the country and region where you purchased Optical Disc Drive Safety Instruction E Be sure to check the international precautions at the end of this section The optical drive
26. service location E Use of controls adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified may result in hazardous radiation exposure E 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 on the drive and manufacturing information may vary Location of the required label COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J MANUFACTURED Manufactured by Panasonic Communications Co LTC 1 62 4 Chome Minoshima Hakata Ku Fukuoka Japan CAUTION This appliance contains a laser es ee IPRODURT system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER TO EN 60825 1 PRODUCT To use this model properly read the 232 1 V Bi instruction manual carefully and keep this manual for your future reference In case of any trouble with this model please contact your nearest AUTHORIZED service station To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam do not try to open the enclosure User s Manual vii CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT TOEN60825 ADVERSEL USYNLIG LASERSTRALING VED ABNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAF BRYDER ER UDE AF FUNKTION UNDGA UDSATTELSE FOR STRALING VORSICHT Dieses Ger t enth lt ein Laser System und ist als LASERSCHUTZKLASSE 1 PRODUKT klassifiziert F r den richtigen Gebrauch dieses Modells lesen Sie bitte die Bedie
27. suite of utilities to allow easy control of communication devices and network connections ConfigFree also allows you to find communication problems and create profiles for easy switching between location and communication networks To start ConfigFree click the Start Button point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Networking and click ConfigFree TOSHIBA TouchPad Pressing Fn F9 in a Windows environment On Off Utility enables or disables the TouchPad function When you press these hot keys the current setting will change and be displayed as an icon onscreen RecordNow Basic You can create discs in several form ats for TOSHIBA including audio CDs that can be played ona standard stereo CD player and data discs to store the files and folders on your hard disk drive This software can be used on a model with a CD RW DVD ROM drive or a DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer 1 12 User s Manual Introduction DLA for TOSHIBA DLA Drive Letter Access is the packet writing software which provides the function to write files and or folders to DVD RW DVD RW or CD RW media via a drive letter like a floppy disk or other removable disk media TOSHIBA Touch and TOSHIBA Touch and Launch is a tool that allows Launch you to perform various tasks easily using the TouchPad It is useful in the following conditions E To open a file located on the desktop whose icon is obscured by a window E To open a page co
28. this disc an error may occur In this case plase copy them to your hard disk and then run Setup User s Manual 4 25 Operating Basics When Using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum You can record video back to your digital camcorder via i LINK IEEE1394 using WinDVD Creator Platinum However in some instances you may find that the playback sound is choppy if this is the case perform the following steps ON OO AON 9 Click the Windows Start button and select the Control Panel option Click the Performance and Maintenance icon in the Control Panel Click the System icon in the Performance and Maintenance window Click the Advanced tab in the System Properties window Click the Settings icon in the Performance section Click the Advanced tab in the Performance Options window Click the Change icon in the virtual memory section Select the Custom size button in the Virtual Memory window Specify much higher values for Initial size and Maximum size 10 Click the Set button in the Virtual Memory window 11 Click the OK button in the Virtual Memory window How to make a DVD Video Simplified steps for making a DVD Video from video data captured from a DV Camcorder 1 2 7 8 Click Start gt All Programs gt InterVideo WinDVD Creator2 gt InterVideo WinDVD Creator to launch WinDVD Creator Click the Capture button then capture the video data from the DV
29. wait until all disc disk drive activity has stopped When recording to a DV Camcorder to ensure you capture all of your data let the camcorder record for a few seconds before you begin recording your actual data CD recorder JPEG functions DVD Audio mini DVD and Video CD functions are not supported in this version While recording video to DVD or tape please close all other programs Do not run software like a screen saver because it can put a heavy load on the CPU Do not run communication applications like a modem or a LAN User s Manual 4 27 Operating Basics 2 Before recording the video to DVD When you record to DVD media please use only discs recommended by the drive manufacturer Do not set the working drive to be a slow device like a USB 1 1 hard disk drive or it will fail to write the DVD Do not perform any of the following actions E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the LCD panel E Bump or cause vibration to the computer E Use either the mode button or the audio video control buttons to reproduce music or voice HM Open the DVD drive E Install remove or connect external devices such as PC card USB devices an external display i LINK devices or optical digital devices Please verify your disc after recording important data DVD R R RW discs cannot be written in VR format A maximum of about 2 hours of video data can
30. which are either on or off odd or even 0 or 1 2 In serial communications an error detection bit that is added to a group of data bits making the sum of the bits even or odd Parity can be set to none odd or even peripheral device An I O device that is external to the central processor and or main memory such as a printer or a mouse pixel A picture element The smallest dot that can be made on a display or printer Also called a pel plug and play A capability with Windows that enables the system to automatically recognize connections of external devices and make the necessary configurations in the computer port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you Random Access Memory RAM High speed memory within the computer circuitry that can be read or written to restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot or soft reset See also boot RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack ROM Read Only Memory A nonvolatile memory chip manufactured to contain information that controls the computer s basic operation You cannot access or change information stored in ROM User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary S SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard
31. will be displayed This screen image is provided as an example You may see a different image depending on the model you purchased This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system based around how the Boot Priority option is set within the computer s BIOS setup If any of the following conditions are present the self test failed E The computer stops and does not proceed to display information or messages except the TOSHIBA logo E Random characters appear on the screen and the system does not function normally E The screen displays an error message Turn off the computer and check all cable connections as well as PC Card and memory module connections If the test fails again contact your dealer Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC outlet the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including an intelligent power supply and Real Time Clock battery These resources are interrelated and any one could affect apparent power problems This section provides check lists for AC power and the battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such cases you should contact your dealer Overheating power down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatic
32. 1 Never try to dispose of the battery pack by burning or expose it to a heating device such as a microwave oven The battery pack could explode and cause bodily injury 2 Never try to disassemble repair or otherwise tamper with a battery pack The battery pack will overheat and ignite Leakage of caustic alkaline solution or other electrolytic substances will cause fire or injury possibly resulting in death or serious injury 3 Never short circuit the battery pack by contacting the terminals with a metal object A short circuit can cause fire or otherwise damage the battery pack and possibly cause injury To avoid accidental short circuit always wrap the battery pack in plastic and cover the terminals with electrical tape when storing or disposing of the battery pack 4 Never puncture the battery pack with a nail or other sharp object Never strike it with a hammer or other object Never step on it 5 Never try to charge the battery pack in any manner other than that described in the user s manual Never connect the battery pack to a plug socket or to an automobile s cigarette lighter socket It may rupture or ignite 6 Use only the battery pack supplied with the computer or other device or an battery pack approved by the computer or device s manufacturer Battery packs have different voltages and terminal polarities Use of an improper battery could cause smoke fire or rupture of the battery pack 7 Never subject a battery pa
33. AHLENEXPOSITIONEN ZUR FOLGE HABEN viii User s Manual Modem warning notice Conformity Statement The equipment has been approved to Commission Decision CTR21 for pan European single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network PSTN However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries regions the approval does not of itself give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point In the event of problems you should contact your equipment supplier in the first instance Network Compatibility Statement This product is designed to work with and is compatible with the following networks It has been tested to and found to confirm with the additional requirements conditional in EG 201 121 Germany ATAAB ANO05 ANO006 AN007 AN009 AN010 and DE03 04 05 08 09 12 14 17 Greece ATAAB ANO05 ANO006 and GR01 02 03 04 Portugal ATAAB ANO01 005 006 007 011 and P03 04 08 10 Spain ATAAB ANO05 007 012 and ESO1 Switzerland ATAAB AN002 Norway ATAAB AN002 005 007 and NO 01 02 All other countries ATAAB ANO03 004 regions Specific switch settings or software setup are required for each network please refer to the relevant sections of the user guide for more details The hookflash timed break register recall function is subject to separate national type approvals It has not been tested for conformity to national type r
34. Automatic Hibernation Hibernation Standby When battery power is exhausted to the point that computer operation cannot be continued the system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down You can specify the setting in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility This feature lets you turn off the power without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are saved to the hard disk When you turn on the power again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details In Standby Mode power to the system remains on but the processor and all other devices are effectively in sleep mode When the computer is in Standby Mode the Power LED flashes amber The computer enters Standby Mode regardless of the Hibernate Mode setting Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for details E Before entering Standby mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Standby mode The computer or the module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby mode Data in memory will be lost This section describes preinstalled utilities and tells how to start them For details on operations refer to each utility s online manual help files or readme files TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Power Saver
35. C adapter to the DC IN input port on the back of the computer Connecting the adapter to the computer 3 Plug the power cord into a live wall outlet The Battery and DC IN indicators on the front of the computer should glow User s Manual 3 5 Getting Started Opening the display The display panel can be rotated in a wide range of angles for optimal viewing 1 Push the display latch on the front of the computer Opening the display 2 Lift the panel up and adjust it to the best viewing angle for you Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power l After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you have l set up the operating system Refer to the section Starting up for the first time in this chapter 1 If an optional USB floppy disk drive is connected make sure the drive is empty If a disk is in the drive press the eject button to remove it 2 Open the display panel 3 Press the computer s power button and then release it ill Turning on the power 3 6 User s Manual Getting Started Starting up for the first time When you first turn on the power the computer s initial screen is the Windows XP Startup Screen Logo Follow the on screen directions for each screen During setup you can clic
36. Click Display Select the Settings tab and click Advanced Click the Displays tab Select the external display device you wish to use It must be connected to the computer in order to be selected from the menu here Multiple Monitors and ATI RADEON XPRESS 200M Series Properties EA x B 2 User s Manual Display Modes 6 In the properties box if any additional options are available for your particular device set them to your liking TV Properties Attributes Adjustments Advanced Format 7 Finally click the ATI Overlay tab to adjust the video overlay properties Multiple Monitors and ATI RADEON XPRESS 200M Series Properties Ale User s Manual B 3 Display Modes For the Intel Graphics Controller 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes 2 Choose Display to open the Display Properties dialog box Display Properties Themes Desktop Ser 3 Click Setting tab B 4 User s Manual Display Modes 4 Click the Advanced button and choose Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver 5 Click the Graphic Properties button and choose TV inter Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile Display Devices Display Settings Color Correction Hot Keys intel Launch Zoom Information 24 Television and Notebook Single Display O Television Multiple Display Intel R Dual Display Clone Extended Desktop 3D Settings
37. D R and DVD R with Single Layer 4x speed or faster DVD RW and DVD RW 5x speed DVD RAM or ultra speed or faster CD RW User s Manual 2 11 The Grand Tour 2 12 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 3 Getting Started 1 1 This chapter provides basic information to get you started using your computer It covers the following topics E Setting up your work space for your health and safety Be sure also to read Instruction Manual for Safety amp Comfort This guide which is included with the computer explains product liability Connecting the AC adapter Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off the power Restarting the computer E Restoring the pre installed software from the Product Recovery media All users should be sure to carefully read the section Starting up for the first time which describes the actions to take when you first turn on the power to the computer Setting up your work space Establishing a comfortable work site is important for you and your computer A poor work environment or stressful work habits can result in discomfort or serious injury from repetitive strain to your hands wrists or other joints Proper ambient conditions should also be maintained for the computer s operation This section discusses the following topics E General conditions Placement of the computer and peripheral devices Seating and posture Lighting Work
38. If the battery pack or real time clock battery discharge completely Standby Mode will not function and data in memory will be lost and the computer might register an incorrect time and date In this case connect the AC adapter to recharge the batteries 7 Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adapter Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode as data will be lost Note 1 Never remove the battery pack while the Wake up on LAN function is enabled Data will be lost Before you remove a battery pack disable the Wake up on LAN function 2 To ensure the battery pack maintains maximum capacity operate the computer on battery power once a week until the battery pack is fully discharged Refer to the section Extending battery life in this chapter for procedures If the computer is continuously operated on AC power for an extended period more than a week the battery might fail to retain a charge It might not function efficiently over the expected life of the battery pack and the Battery indicator might not indicate a low battery condition 3 After the battery pack is charged avoid leaving the AC adapter connected and the computer turned off for more than a few hours ata time Continuing to charge a fully charged battery pack can damage the battery Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator fla
39. MICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD Specifications for Recordable Disc for General Version 2 0 TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd DVD Specifications for Re recordable Disc for Version 1 1 or Version 1 2 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LIMITED MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd DVD Specifications for DVD RAM Disc for Version 2 0 Version 2 1 or Version 2 2 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd DVD Multi drive and DVD Super Multi can use DVD RAM MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION User s Manual 4 21 Operating Basics If the disc is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur Be careful to check the disc for dirt or damage before you use it The actual number of rewrites to CD RW or DVD RW RW RAM is affected by the quality of the disc and the way it is used There are two types of DVD R authoring and general use discs Do not use authoring discs Only general use discs can be written to by a computer drive You can use DVD RAM discs that can be removed from a cartridge and DVD RAM discs designed without a cartridge Other DVD ROM drives for computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs Data w
40. OSHIBA SUpPPOMtie cei ceed sradan ua ee eee eee ee ee eee eee es 9 17 Specifications Display Modes AC Power Cord and Connectors If your computer is stolen Glossary User s Manual xxi xxii User s Manual TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the M70 computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability including multimedia devices and it is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your M70 computer It also provides detailed information on configuring your computer basic operations and care using optional devices and troubleshooting If you are a new user of computers or if you re new to portable computing first read over the Introduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yourself with the computer s features components and accessory devices Then read Getting Started for step by step instructions on setting up your computer If you are an experienced computer user please continue reading the preface to learn how this manual is organized then become acquainted with this manual by browsing through its pages Be sure to look over the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are unique to the computer Manual contents This manual has nine chapters four appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 ntroduction is an overview of the comp
41. Power and Power Up Modes Power ConditionS 0 cece eee eee ene 6 1 Power indicators 0 cece eee 6 2 Battery ty Pe cer rrasa enaga a a a ave A a E ee eon ek 6 3 Care and use of the battery pack 220020005 6 5 Replacing the battery pack 00002 cece eee eee 6 10 TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility 6 12 Power up modes 2000 eee eee eee eee 6 13 Panel power Offfon 0 0 cece eee 6 14 System automatic Standby Hibernation 20000e 6 14 Chapter7 HW Setup Accessing HW Setup 2002 200 e eee eee eee 7 1 HW Setup Window 20 0c eee eee eee 7 1 XX User s Manual Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D Optional Devices PC Cath sirenaren tee nae eee Eee Bae eked See 8 2 ExpressCard paneu ee bed ee nee been eee 8 4 SD MMC MS MS Pro xD Memory cards 00 00 eee eens 8 5 Memory expansion 0 0 0 0 cece eee eee 8 8 Additional battery pack 00 e eee eee 8 11 Additional AC adapter 220 0c eee eee 8 11 External monitor 0 0 0 ccc eee eee 8 12 Televisio ieee ieee eee eee eee ee ee eee ee eee eee ed 8 12 LLINK IEBE1394 0 6 toe be had ote tee ath ie so te a a Se 8 17 Sec rity JOCK ases oe eee ee a ee ee ee ee 8 18 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 02000e ee eee eee eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 2 220020005 9 3 T
42. Space Ctrl R Ctrl S D G S F1 Executes the selected option Displays or hides the Settings Menu Increases the volume Decreases the volume Mute the volume Rewinds quickly 1x lt gt 2x Skips forwards quickly 1x lt gt 2x Next track Previous track Play or pauses Stop Repeat track gt Repeat all gt None Shuffle Changes the screen Sleep Timer 30 Mins gt 60 Mins gt Turn off Display the keyguide Eject Executes the selected option Displays or hides the Settings Menu Increases the volume Decreases the volume Mute the volume Rewinds quickly 2x 4x 8x 20x 30x Skips forwards quickly 2x 4x 8x 20x 30x Next chapter Previous chapter Play or pauses Stop Changes the screen Changes the angle Changes the subtitle Changes the audio channel Slow play Display the keyguide Eject User s Manual 4 17 Operating Basics Writing CDs on a CD RW DVD ROM drive You can use the CD RW DVD ROM drive to write data to CD R RW discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled Record Now DLA licensed by Sonic Solutions Important message Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW media read and follow all setup and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the CD RW DVD ROM drive may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other damage Discla
43. Standby mode 6 cell Approximately 0 75 day Standby mode 4 cell Approximately 1 month Shut down mode all type of battery packs RTC battery Approximately 1 month Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery pack E If you have extra battery packs rotate their use E Ifyou will not be using the system for an extended period remove the battery pack E Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after the battery has been fully recharged the battery pack needs to be replaced You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack Removing the battery pack To replace a discharged battery pack follow the steps below JN E When handling battery packs be careful not to short circuit the terminals Also do not drop hit or otherwise apply impact do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Standby Mode as data in memory will be lost Save your work Turn the computer s power off Make sure the Power indicator is off Remove all cables connected to the computer Turn the comput
44. TOSHIBA User s Manual M70 Copyright 2005 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under copyright law this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein M70 Portable Personal Computer User s Manual First edition September 2005 Ownership and copyright of music video computer programs databases etc are protected by the copyright laws These copyrighted materials may be copied for private use at home only If beyond the limitation above you copy including to transform data formats or modify these materials transfer them or distribute them via the Internet without approval of copyright owners you may be subject to claims for compensation for damage and or criminal penalities due to infringements of copyrights or personal rights Please remember to observe the copyright laws when you use this product to copy the copyrighted works or perform other actions Please note that you may infringe the owner s rights protected by the copyright laws if you use the screen mode switching functions e g Wide mode Wide Zoom mode etc of this product to display enlarged images video at coffee shops or hotels for the purposes of profits or providing these to the public Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurat
45. TS cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Turn off the power to the computer and to all external devices connected to the computer 2 Plug one end of the cable into the LAN jack Press gently until you hear the latch click into place Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector Check with your LAN administrator before connecting to a hub 4 6 User s Manual Operating Basics Disconnecting the LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the computer s LAN jack and pull out the connector 2 Disconnect the cable from the LAN hub in the same manner Check with your LAN administrator before disconnecting from the hub Wireless LAN l The wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems that comply with the IEEE 802 11a g or 802 11g wireless LAN standards It supports the following E Automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism in the transmit range of 54 24 12 and 6 Mbit s E Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption based on 128bit encryption algorithm Revision G A G combo type Wake up on LAN does not function on a Wireless LAN E Frequency Channel Selection 5GHz and 2 4 GHz E Roaming over multiple channels E Card Power Management E Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption Wireless LAN disclaimer The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the dista
46. Television and Notebook Notebook Primary Device Scheme Options Television v Secondary Device Notebook 8 16 User s Manual Optional Devices i LINK IEEE1394 i LINK IEEE1394 is used for high speed data transfer for a range of compatible devices such as Digital video cameras Hard disk drives MO drives Optical disc drives User s Manual 8 17 Optional Devices Security lock A security lock enables you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object to help prevent unauthorized removal of the computer Attach one end of a cable to the desk and the other end to the security lock slot on the right side of the computer Security lock 8 18 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability However should problems occur following the procedures in this chapter can help to determine the cause All readers should become familiar with this chapter Knowing what might go wrong can help prevent problems from occurring Problem solving process Resolving problems will be much easier if you observe the following guidelines E Stop immediately when you recognize a problem exists Further action may result in data loss or damage You may destroy valuable problem related information that can help solve the problem E Observe what is happening Write down what the system is doing and
47. USB 1 Some models are not equipped with the CPU tab Accessing HW Setup To run HW Setup click Start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select TOSHIBA HW Setup HW Setup Window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard CPU LAN and USB There are also these three buttons OK Accepts your changes and closes the HW Setup window Cancel Closes the window without accepting your changes Apply Accepts all your changes without closing the HW Setup window User s Manual 7 1 7 2 HW Setup Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer You can override the settings and manually select a boot device by pressing one of the following keys while the computer is booting U Selects the USB floppy disk drive N Selects the Network c Selects optical device To select the boot drive you want follow the steps below 1 Boot up your computer and press F12 to enter the boot menu 2 The boot select screen will be displayed Hard Disk Drive CD DVD FDD and LAN 3 Use the upper lower cursor keys to highlight the boot device you want and press Enter Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Standby mode you can turn on the computer by pressing any key It is effective only for the internal keyboard and only when the computer is in standby
48. Use the audio video control button to reproduce music or voice E Open the drive E Do not use shut down log off and standby hibernation while writing or rewriting E Make sure writing or rewriting is completed before going into standby hibernation Writing is completed if you can open the drive tray E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer H Always copy data from the hard disk drive to the CD Do not use cut and paste as the original data will be lost if there is a write error User s Manual 4 23 Operating Basics RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use RecordNow DVD Video cannot be created using RecordNow DVD Audio cannot be created using RecordNow You cannot use the RecordNow Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to the DVD R RW or DVD R RW media Do not use the Exact Copy function of RecordNow to copy DVD Video and DVD ROM with copyright protection DVD RAM media cannot be backed up with the Exact Copy function of RecordNow You cannot back up a CD ROM or CD R RW to DVD R RW or DVD R RW using the Exact Copy function of RecordNow You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video or DVD R RW or DVD R RW to CD R RW using RecordNow
49. User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard E Fn F11 Numeric Keypad On Off This hot key enables disables the embedded numeric keypad See chapter 3 for more information Fn F12 Scroll Lock On Off Q Fn Space Change Resolution Cycles sequentially from rad ED i the current resolution to 800x600 to 1024x768 and back again to the original resolution Fn 1 Zoom Out To reduce the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 1 key while holding down the Fn key Fn 2 Zoomin To enlarge the icon size on the desktop or the application window press the 2 key while holding down the Fn key Before using Fn 1 and Fn 2 you must install the TOSHIBA Zooming Utility Please be aware that this zooming function is only available within Microsoft Internet Explorer Microsoft Office Windows Media Player and Adobe Reader and for the icons on the desktop Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows XP One activates the Start menu and the other has the same function as the secondary mouse button oll This key activates the Windows XP Start menu This key has the same function as the secondary mouse button 5 4 User s Manual The Keyboard Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard does not have an independent numeric keypad but its numeric keypad overlay functions like one The keys in the center of the keyboard with white let
50. VD ROM amp DVD Video DVD R m DVD RW DVD R E DVD RW DVD RAM amp DVD R double layer CD R E CD RW CD DA E CD Text DVD R double layer Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode1 Mode2 CD ROMXA Mode2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA a Computers in this series can be configured with multiple types of optical J disc drive For more information on the optical disc drives available talk to your dealer More information on using the optical disc drive can be found in Chapter 4 Operating Basics User s Manual 1 7 Introduction Slots depending on configuration PC Card Multiple Digital Media Card SD MMC MS MS Pro xD Express Card Accommodates one type II device This slot lets you easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants that use flash memory You can use a memory module in this slot The ExpressCard expansion slot that can accommodate two standard module formats an ExpressCard 34 module and an ExpressCard 54 module An ExpressCard module is a small add in card technology based on the PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus USB interfaces Ports depending on configuration External monitor Universal Serial Bus i LINK IEEE1394 TV Out Multimedia Sound system Express Media Player 15 pin analog VGA port supports VESA DDC2B compatible functions The computer has three Universal Serial Bus USB ports that comply w
51. a screen saver which can put a heavy load on the CPU Operate the computer at full power Do not use power saving features Do not write while virus check software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background Do not use hard disk utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk access speed as they may cause unstable operation and damage data 4 22 User s Manual Operating Basics E Write from the computer s hard disk drive to the CD Do not try to write from shared devices such as a LAN server or any other network device E Writing with software other than Sonic RecordNow or InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum has not been confirmed Therefore operation with other software cannot be guaranteed When writing or rewriting Please observe consider the following when you write or rewrite to a CD R RW DVD R RW RAM or DVD R RW disc E Do not perform any of the following actions when writing or rewriting E Change users in the Windows XP operating system E Operate the computer for any other function including using a mouse or Touch Pad or closing opening the LCD panel E Start a communication application such as a modem E Apply impact or vibration to the computer E Install remove or connect external devices such as PC card USB devices an external display i Link devices or optical digital devices E
52. a two button mouse with a scroll wheel For some functions you can tap it instead of pressing a button You can customize pointing device actions in Mouse Properties Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter to open the Mouse Properties window Click Click the left control button or tap the Touch Pad once Double click Click the left control button twice or tap the Touch Pad twice Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the Touch Pad Scroll Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the Touch Pad Using the internal modem This section describes how to setup the modem and use it to connect to other computer systems Refer to the computer s online help files and the online help files for your modem software for more information The internal modem does not support the voice functions described in the help files All data and fax functions are supported E ncase ofa lightning storm unplug the modem cable from the telephone jack E Do not connect the modem to a digital telephone line A digital line will damage the modem IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following 1 Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or
53. ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system configuration The specific components in your system such as the terminal printer and disk drives and the settings that define how your system works You use the HW Setup program to control your system configuration control keys A key or sequence of keys you enter from the keyboard to initiate a particular function within a program controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the computer that interprets and executes instructions User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary CRT Cathode Ray Tube A vacuum tube in which beams projected on a fluorescent screen producing luminous spots An example is the television set cursor A small blinking rectangle or line that indicates the current position on the display screen DC Direct Current Electric current that flows in one direction This type of power is usually supplied by batteries default The parameter value automatically selected by the system when you or the program do not provide instructions Also called a preset value device driver A program that controls communication between a specific peripheral device and the computer The CONFIGSYS file contains device
54. ally Mm When you select a telephony location the corresponding region is automatically selected and it becomes the modem s current region setting Properties menu Click the icon with the secondary mouse button to display the following menu Setting Modem Selection About Exit Dialing Properties The properties menu User s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics Settings You can enable or disable the following settings AutoRun Mode Region Select Utility starts automatically when you start up the operating system Open the Dialing Properties dialog box after selecting region The dialing properties dialog box will be displayed automatically after you select the region Location list for region selection A submenu appears displaying location information for telephony Open dialog box if the modem and Telephony Current Location region code do not match A warning dialog box is displayed if current settings for region code and telephony location are incorrect Modem Selection If the computer cannot recognize the internal modem a dialog box is displayed Select the COM port for your modem to use Dialing Properties Select this item to display the dialing properties If you are using the computer in Japan technical regulations described in the Telecommunications Business Law require that you select Japan region mode It is illegal to use the modem in Japan with any other selection 4 4 Us
55. ally shut down 9 4 User s Manual Troubleshooting AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adapter connected check the DC IN indicator Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes for more information Problem AC adapter doesn t power the computer DC IN indicator does not glow green or blue depending the model you purchased Battery Procedure Check the connections Make sure the cord is firmly connected to the computer and a power outlet Check the condition of the cord and terminals If the cord is frayed or damaged replace it If the terminals are soiled wipe them with cotton or a clean cloth If the AC adapter still does not power the computer contact your dealer If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN indicator as well as the indicators for the battery For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Problem Battery doesn t power the computer Battery doesn t charge when the AC power cord is attached Battery indicator does not glow amber Procedure The battery may be discharged Connect the AC power cord to charge the battery If the battery is completely discharged it will not begin charging at once Wait a few minutes If the battery still does not charge make sure the outlet is supplying power Plug in an appliance and see if it works If it doesn t try another power sou
56. and Tour J This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Certain types of 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 Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer front with its display panel in the closed position Cri l f 00000000000 1 DC IN LED 7 Wireless Communication 2 Power LED Switch 3 Battery LED 8 Wireless Communication 4 Hard Disk Drive LED LED 5 Multiple Digital Media Card 9 Microphone Jack Slot Access LED 10 Headphone Jack 6 Multiple Digital Media Card 11 Volume Control Slot The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased Front of the computer with display closed User s Manual 2 1 The Grand Tour DC IN LED Power LED Battery LED Hard Disk Drive LED Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED Multiple Digital Media Card Slot ss lt 2 xD p Wireless Communication Switch Wireless Communication LED Microphone Jack The DC IN LED indicates the computer is connected to the AC adapter and it is plugged into an AC power so
57. and keep them in a permanent error log This will help you describe your problems to your dealer If a problem recurs the log will help you identify the problem faster Analyzing the problem Sometimes the system gives clues that can help you identify why it is malfunctioning Keep the following questions in mind Which part of the system is not operating properly keyboard disk drives hard disk drive printer display Each device produces different symptoms Is the operating system configuration set properly Check the configuration options What appears on the display screen Does it display any messages or random characters Print a copy of the screen if you have a printer attached Look up the messages in the software and operating system documentation Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent signals Do any indicators light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or blink Write down what you see Do you hear any beeps How many Are they long or short Are they high pitched or low Is the computer making any unusual noises Write down what you hear Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer 9 2 User s Manual Troubleshooting Software Hardware The problems may be caused by your software If you cannot load a software package the media may be damaged or the program might be corrupted Try loading
58. another copy of the software If an error message appears while you are using a software package check the software documentation These documents usually include a problem solving section or a summary of error messages Next check any error messages in the operating system documentation If you cannot find a software problem check your hardware First run through the items in the preliminary checklist above If you still cannot correct the problem try to identify the source The next section provides checklists for individual components and peripherals Hardware and system checklist System start up This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas System start up E Sound system Self test E Pointing device Power E USB Overheating power down E TV output signal AC Power E LAN Battery E Standby Hibernation Password E Memory expansion Keyboard E Modem LCD panel E i LINK IEEE1394 Hard disk drive E DVD Super Multi drive supporting Memory cards R Double Layer Wireless LAN mM CD RW DVD ROM drive PC Card E Disk drive Express Card E Real Time Clock Monitor When the computer does not start properly check the following items Self Test E Power Sources E Power on Password User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following
59. aximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge How long the charge lasts in a battery depends on How you configure the computer for example whether you enable battery power saving options The computer provides a battery save mode to conserve battery power This mode has the following options E Display auto off E Hard Disk Drive auto off E System auto off E LCD brightness How often and how long you use the hard disk optical media drive and the disk drive if one is connected How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a PC Card to which the battery supplies power Enabling Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode conserves battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Closing the display when you are not using the keyboard saves power Operating time decreases at low temperatures The condition of the battery terminals Make sure the battery terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power Up Modes Retaining data with power off standby mode When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data charge for the following approximate time periods Battery Approximately 1 5 days Standby mode 8 cell Approximately 1 day
60. be written in DVD Video format to DVD R R RW RW discs WinDVD Creator cannot export to DVD Audio VideoCD or miniDVD formats WinDVD Creator can write DVD RAM RW in VR format but the disc may only play on your computer When writing to a DVD disc WinDVD Creator requires 2GB or more of disk space for every one hour of video When you make a fully recorded DVD the chapter sequence may not play correctly 3 About Disc Manager WinDVD Creator can edit one play list on a disc WinDVD Creator might show a different thumbnail than you previously set in CE DVD RAM recorder Using the Disc Manager you can edit DVD VR format on DVD RAM media DVD VR format on DVD RW media and DVD Video format on DVD RW media 4 About recorded DVDs Some DVD ROM drives for personal computers or other DVD players may not be able to read DVD R R RW RW RAM discs When playing your recorded disc on your computer please use the WinDVD software application If you use an over used rewritable disc the full formatting might be locked Please use a brand new disc 4 28 User s Manual Operating Basics Media Care This section provides tips on protecting data stored on your discs and disks Handle your media with care The following simple precautions will increase the lifetime of your media and protect the data stored on it 1 2 3 Disks Store your discs in the container they came in to protect them and keep them
61. cally to connect one system or device to another 2 To physically connect one system or device to another to exchange information 3 The point of contact between user the computer and the program for example the keyboard or a menu I O Input output Refers to acceptance and transfer of data to and from a computer I O devices Equipment used to communicate with the computer and transfer data to and from it User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps J jumper A small clip or wire that allows you to change the hardware characteristics by electrically connecting two points of a circuit K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See a so byte and kilobyte KB See kilobyte L Light Emitting Diode LED A semiconductor device that emits light when a current is applied Liquid Crystal Display LCD Liquid crystal sealed between two sheets of glass coated with transparent conducting material The viewing side coating is etched into character forming segments with leads that extend to the edge of the glass Applying a voltage between the glass sheets alters the brightness of the liquid crystal LSI Large Scale Integration 1 A technology that allows the inclusion of up to 100 000 simple logic gates on a single chip 2 An integrated
62. ck to heat such as storage near a heat source Exposure to heat can cause the battery pack to ignite explode or leak caustic liquid and cause death or serious injury It could also fail or malfunction causing data loss User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power Up Modes 8 Never expose the battery pack to abnormal shock vibration or pressure The battery pack s internal protective device will fail causing it to overheat explode ignite or leak caustic liquids possibly resulting in death or serious injury Never let a battery pack become wet A wet battery pack will overheat ignite or rupture possibly resulting in death or serious injury Warning 1 Never allow caustic electrolyte fluid leaked from a battery pack to contact your eyes skin or clothing If caustic electrolyte fluid should contact your eyes immediately wash your eyes with large amounts of running water and seek medical attention to help prevent eye damage It electrolyte fluid should contact your skin immediately wash it under running water to prevent rash If it contacts your clothes promptly remove them to prevent the fluid from contacting your skin or eyes Immediately turn off the power disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery if any of the following events are observed in the battery pack offensive or unusual odor excessive heat discoloration or deformation Never use the computer again until it has been checked by a TOSHIBA service prov
63. clean Do not bend the disc Do not write on apply a sticker to or otherwise mar the surface of the disc that contains data Hold the disc by its outside edge or the edge on the center hole Fingerprints on the surface can prevent the drive from properly reading data Do not expose to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold and do not place heavy objects on your discs If your discs become dusty or dirty wipe them with a clean dry cloth Wipe from the center out do not wipe in a circular direction around the disc If necessary use a cloth dampened in water or a neutral cleaner Do not use benzine thinner or similar cleaner Store your disks in the container they came in to protect them and keep them clean If a disk is dirty do not use cleaning fluid Clean it with a soft damp cloth Do not slide back the disk s protective metal covering or touch the disk s magnetic surface Fingerprints may prevent the disk drive from reading data from the disk Data may be lost if the disk is twisted bent or exposed to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold Do not place heavy objects on your disks Do not eat smoke or use erasers near your disks Foreign particles inside the disk s jacket can damage the magnetic surface Magnetic energy can destroy data on disks Keep your disks away from speakers radios television sets and other sources of magnetic fields User s Manual 4 29 Operating Basics TV Out
64. click Turn off computer From the Turn off computer menu select Restart 2 Press Ctrl Alt Del to display the Windows Task Manager then select Shutdown and Restart 3 Press the power button to turn the computer off then press it a second to time in order to restart Only use step 3 if the operating system freezes or locks up due to a crash Performing step 3 should only ever be a last resort as you will lose all unsaved data and could potentially damage critical files Restoring the preinstalled software If preinstalled files are damaged use the Product Recovery disc to restore them To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software follow the steps below When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Product Recovery disc in the drive and turn off the computer s power 2 Switch on the computer and when the In Touch with Tomorrow TOSHIBA prompt appears press the F12 key to display the Boot Menu 3 Use the up or down cursor key to select the CD ROM DVD drive in the display menu 4 Follow the on screen instructions Restoring TOSHIBA utilities and drivers A If Windows is working properly individual drivers or applications can be separately restored The TOSHIBA Tools amp Utilities folder C TOOLSCD contains drivers and applications which are included with your computer system If your system drivers or applications
65. differ slightly from your drive but operation is the same for all optical disc drives The full size drive provides high performance executication cationiptical d 5 3 JTJ 16 4467 5sTJ 1 d 5 3 TJ 1 4 8 User s Manual Operating Basics Loading optical disc media To load a disc follow the steps below 1 Turn on the power 2 a Press the eject button to open the drawer slightly Eject button Pressing the eject button b Pressing the eject button will not open the drawer when the computer s power is off If the power is off you can open the drawer by inserting a slender object about 15 mm such as a straightened paper clip into the eject hole just to the right of the eject button Manual release with the eject hole 3 Grasp the drawer gently and pull until it is fully open Pulling the drawer open User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics 4 Lay the disc label side up in the drawer Inserting a disc 5 Press gently at the center of the disc until you feel it click into place The disc should lie below the top of the spindle flush with its base 6 Push the center of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks in place 4 10 User s Manual Operating Basics Removing optical disc media To remove the disc follow the steps below JN Do not press the eject button while the computer is accessing the disc gt drive Wait for the optical disc indicator to go out b
66. drivers that MS DOS loads when you turn the computer on dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disk drive The device that randomly accesses information on a disk and copies it to the computer s memory It also writes data from memory to the disk To accomplish these tasks the unit physically rotates the disk at high speed past a read write head display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output DOS Disk Operating System See operating system driver A software program generally part of the operating system that controls a specific piece of hardware frequently a peripheral device such as a printer or mouse DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory is a high capacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD ROM A Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity high performance disc suitable for play back of video and other high density files The DVD ROM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc execute To interpret and execute an instruction F floppy disk A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data Glossary 4 User s Manual Glossary floppy disk drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy disks folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other
67. ds Check the disc s documentation Check the type of disc you are using The drive supports DVD ROM DVD ROM DVD Video CD ROM CD DA CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode 1 Mode 2 CD ROM XA Mode 2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA CD G Audio CD only Recordable CD R CD RW Check the region code on the DVD It must match that on the CD RW DVD ROM drive Region codes are listed in the optical disc section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour User s Manual 9 15 Troubleshooting Problem Cannot write correctly Disk drive Procedure If you have trouble writing make sure you are observing the following precautions E Use only media recommended by TOSHIBA E Do not use the mouse or keyboard during writing E Use only the software supplied with the computer for recording E Do not run or start other software during writing E Do not jar the computer during writing H Do not connect disconnect external devices or install remove internal cards during writing If problems persist contact your dealer For information on disk care refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Some programs run correctly but others do not You cannot access the disk drive Real Time Clock Problem The following message is displayed on the LCD RTC battery is low or CMOS checksum is inconsistent Press F2 key to set Date Time Procedure The software or hardware con
68. e for the M70 Portable Personal Computers at the time of this manual s production However succeeding computers and manuals are subject to change without notice TOSHIBA assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors omissions or discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC OS 2 and PS 2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation Celeron Intel Intel SpeedStep and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation MS DOS Microsoft Windows and DirectX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Centronics is a registered trademark of Centronics Data Computer Corporation Photo CD is a trademark of Eastman Kodak Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license iLINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation User s Manual TruSurround XT WOW XT SRS andC symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc TruSurround XT WOW XT TruBass SRS 3D and FOCUS technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs Inc Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual Macrovision License of Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods and claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyrig
69. e to the product when used outside recommended conditions To avoid risk of lost data always make back up copies of data by periodically storing it on an external storage medium For optimum performance use your computer product only under recommended conditions Read additional restrictions under Environmental Conditions in your product Resource Guide Contact Toshiba Technical Service and Support for more information xii User s Manual Graphics Processing Unit GPU Performance Disclaimer The graphics processing unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management settings and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Main Memory Disclaimer The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of system memory available for other computing activities The amount of system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors Copy Protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media Hard Disk Drive Capacity 1 Gigabyte GB means 1000 x 1000 x 1000 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The comput
70. ealer gt Procedure Make sure the computer s internal modem settings are correct Refer to Phone and Modem Options Properties in the Control Panel If the call is going through a PBX machine make sure the communication application s tone dial detection feature is disabled Make sure the settings are correct in your communications application Make sure the tone or pulse selection in your communications application is set correctly The computer will automatically cut off communication when connection with the carrier is not successful for a set time interval Try lengthening this time interval Check the error control setting in your communications application 9 12 User s Manual Troubleshooting Problem Character display becomes garbled during a communication You cannot receive an incoming call i LINK IEEE1394 Problem i LINK device does not function Procedure In data transmission make sure the parity bit and stop bit settings correspond with those of the remote computer Check the flow control and communication protocol Check the rings before auto answer setting in your communications application If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure Make sure the cable is securely connected to the computer and to the device Make sure the device s power is turned on Reinstall the drivers Open the Windows Control Panel and double click the Add New Hardware
71. ed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub washing bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Use only the power cord indicated in this manual Replace only with the same or equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord JN Use only the battery pack that came with the computer or an optional battery pack Use of the wrong battery could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case EU Declaration of Conformity This product is labelled with the CE Mark in accordance with the related supplied power adapter the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications European Directives notably Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC for the notebook and the electronic accessories including the Terminal Equipment Directive 99 5 EC in case of implemented telecommunication accessories and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC for the supplied power adapter CE Marking is the
72. edish Others 29 Switzerland Others 30 Turkish Others User s Manual 4 15 Operating Basics Ps Others means English Language of Keyboard type Yugoslavian Traditional Chinese Keyboard Code Keyboard layout Others Others Functions via the Front operation panel and the keyboard in the Express Media Player mode This list shows how the functions available from the keyboard correspond to those available from the Front operation panel Front panel CD DVD a Computer Power switch Fn F7 Fn F6 OO DAN DA A OIN na fee L ile gt ia CD Terminates CD Launch the CD Increases the brightness Decreases the brightness Select track 1 Select track 2 Select track 3 Select track 4 Select track 5 Select track 6 Select track 7 Select track 8 Select track 9 Normally functions as 0 Move the cursor Move the cursor Move the cursor Move the cursor DVD Terminates DVD Launch the DVD Increases the brightness Decreases the brightness Select chapter 1 Select chapter 2 Select chapter 3 Select chapter 4 Select chapter 5 Select chapter 6 Select chapter 7 Select chapter 8 Select chapter 9 Normally functions as 0 Displays the top menu Displays the menu Move the cursor Move the cursor Move the cursor Move the cursor 4 16 User s Manual Operating Basics Enter F2 Ctrl T Ctrl I K L Space Ctrl
73. efore you open the drawer Also if the disc is spinning when you open it wait for it to stop before you remove it 1 To pop the drawer partially open press the eject button Gently pull the drawer out until it is fully opened UN E When the drawer pops open slightly wait a moment to make sure the disc has stopped spinning before pulling the drawer fully open E Turn off the power before you use the eject hole If the disc is spinning when you open the drawer it could fly off the spindle and cause injury 2 The disc extends slightly over the sides of the drawer so you can grasp it Hold it gently and lift it out Removing a disc 3 Push the center of the drawer to close it Press gently until it locks into place User s Manual 4 11 Operating Basics Buttons The Internet button and the CD DVD button can be assigned functions and applications in the TOSHIBA Controls Properties amp 2 TOSHIBA Controls Properties CD DVD play control buttons In addition to the power button the following four buttons control functions relating to the playback of optical media and digital audio data Play Pause Starts or pauses play Stop Stops play Next Advances to the next track chapter or data Previous Returns to the previous track chapter or data If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection 4 12 User s Manual Operating Basics
74. egulations and no guarantee of successful operation of that specific function on specific national networks can be given User s Manual ix Important Notice Copyrighted works including but not limited to music video computer program databases are protected by copyright laws Unless specifically permitted under applicable copyright laws you cannot copy modify assign transmit or otherwise dispose of any copyrighted work with the consent of the owner of the copyright Please take notice that unauthorized copying modification assignment transmission and disposition may be subject to claims for damages and penalties x User s Manual General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optimize safety minimize strain and withstand the rigors of portability However certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the computer Be certain to read the general precautions below and to note the cautions included in the text of the manual Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use Chapter 3 Getting Started also includes information on work space design posture and lighting that can help reduce physical stress Heat injury E Avoid prolonged physical contact with the bottom of the computer If the c
75. er s Manual Operating Basics Connecting To connect the modem cable optional follow the steps below 1 Plug one end of the modular cable optional into the modem jack 2 Plug the other end of the modular cable optional into a telephone jack Connecting the internal modem Disconnecting To disconnect the modem cable optional follow the steps below 1 Pinch the lever on the connector in the telephone jack and pull out the connector User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics LAN i The computer is equipped with networking hardware that supports Ethernet LAN 10megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX This section describes how to connect disconnect to a LAN Do not install or remove an optional memory module while the Wake up on LAN feature is enabled The Wake up on LAN feature does not work on battery power you should always leave the computer connected to the AC adapter if you are using this feature Connecting the LAN cable The computer must be configured properly before connecting to a LAN Logging onto a LAN using the computer s default settings could cause a malfunction in LAN operation Check with your LAN administrator regarding set up procedures If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect using either a CAT5 or a CAT3 cable If you are using 100BASE TX Fast Ethernet you must connect using a CA
76. er devices E Battery pack E AC adapter Peripheral devices External monitor Television E i LINK IEEE1394 E Security lock User s Manual 8 1 Optional Devices PC Card i The computer is equipped with a PC Card expansion slot that can accommodate one 5 mm Type II card Any PC Card that meets industry standards manufactured by TOSHIBA or other vendor can be installed The slots support 16 bit PC Cards including PC Card 16 s multifunction card and CardBus PC Cards CardBus supports the new standard of 32 bit PC cards The bus provides superior performance for the greater demands of multimedia data transmission A hard disk drive or optical media drive connected to a 16 bit PC Card might affect the performance of the computer s sound system and modem data transmission including slower transmission speeds and dialing errors Installing a PC card i One PC Card connector is located on the left side of the computer The computer s hot install feature lets you install PC Cards while the computer s power is on Do not install a PC Card while the computer is in Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode as some cards might not work properly To install a PC Card follow the steps below 1 Insert the PC Card 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection Installing a PC card After installing the card refer to the card s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate
77. er operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 1024 x 1024 x 1024 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore may show less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Windows and or any pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary Non applicable Icons 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 Wireless LAN Atheros SRS The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed SRS TruSurround XT is available in the Microsoft Windows operating system only User s Manual xiii Images All images are simulated for purposes of illustration Express Media Player The Express Media Player is not a Windows based application Battery life will be less than when using similar applications
78. er upside down Unlock the Battery Pack Lock akon gt 6 10 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes 6 Unlock the Battery Pack Lock 7 Je a w Removing the battery pack 1 Slide the battery pack latch to the left then pull the battery out of the battery bay Removing the battery pack 2 Installing the battery pack To install a battery pack follow the steps below The battery pack is a lithium ion battery which can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements 1 2 3 Turn the computer s power off Disconnect all cables connected to the computer Hold the battery pack so that the label faces down and the connectors on the battery face the connectors on the computer User s Manual 6 11 Power and Power Up Modes 4 Gently slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks into place MD o y Installing the battery pack TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility provides two levels of password security User and Supervisor Passwords set in TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility are different from the Windows login password User Password To start the utility point to or click the following items Launch TOSHIBA Assist gt
79. es The audio filter enables you to enjoy improved quality sound and music on your computer E Turning on the feature To turn on the feature of the audio filiter follow the steps below 1 Select Start point to All Programs TOSHIBA Utilities and Virtual Sound 2 TOSHIBA Virtual Sound setting window is displayed 3 Click On in the Basic Setting This utility allows you to configure the read speed of CD drive You can either configure Normal Mode which operates the drive at its maximum speed for quick data access or Quiet Mode which runs at single speed for CD audio and which can lessen operational noise It is ineffective in DVD You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory Modules Two memory module can be installed in this computer Use only PC4200 compatible DDRII memory modules See your TOSHIBA dealer for details Battery Pack AC adapter USB Floppy Disk Drive An additional battery pack can be purchased from your TOSHIBA dealer Use it as a spare to increase your computer operating time If you use your computer at more than one site frequently it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adapter for each site so you will not have to carry the adapter with you Lets you attach a floppy disk drive to your computer by means of a USB cable User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 2 The Gr
80. figuration may be causing a problem Make sure the hardware configuration match s your software s needs Try another disk If you can access this disk the original disk not the disk drive is problem If problems persist contact your dealer Procedure The RTC battery charge has become exhausted you should set the date and time in within the BIOS setup screen through the following steps 1 Press F1 key BIOS setup will boot up 2 Press F2 to set the date in System Date 3 Press F2 to set the time in System Time 9 16 User s Manual Troubleshooting TOSHIBA support If you require any additional help using your computer or if you are having problems operating the computer you may need to contact TOSHIBA for additional technical assistance Before you call Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system it is important to investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions Call the software company s technical support for assistance E Consult the dealer you purchased your computer and or software from They are your best sources for current information and support Where to write If you are st
81. folders format The process of readying a blank disk for its first use Formatting establishes the structure of the disk that the operating system expects before it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F12 that tell the computer to perform certain functions gigabyte GB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 megabytes See also megabyte graphics Drawings pictures or other images such as charts or graphs to present information hard disk A non removable disk usually referred to as drive C The factory installs this disk and only a trained engineer can remove it for servicing Also called fixed disk hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second hot key The computer s feature in which certain keys in combination with the extended function key Fn can be used to set system parameters such as speaker volume i LINK IEEE1394 This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras input The data or instructions you provide to a computer communication device or other peripheral device from the keyboard or external or internal storage devices The data sent or output by the sending computer is input for the receiving computer interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifi
82. for your card 8 2 User s Manual Optional Devices Removing a PC card Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar Click the PC Card you want to remove Press the eject button of the PC Card to extend it Press the extended eject button to pop the card out slightly Grasp the PC Card and remove it arRwWwNnN gt Eject button Removing a PC card User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices ExpressCard The computer is equipped with an ExpressCard expansion slot that can accommodate two standard module formats an ExpressCard 34 module and an ExpressCard 54 module An ExpressCard module is a small modular add in card technology based on PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus USB interfaces Installing an ExpressCard One ExpressCard connector is located on the left side of the computer The computer s hot install feature lets you install ExpressCard while the computer s power is on To install an ExpressCard follow the steps below 1 Insert the ExpressCard 2 Press gently to ensure a firm connection Installing an ExpressCard After installing the card refer to the card s documentation and check the configuration in Windows to make sure it is appropriate for your card 8 4 User s Manual Optional Devices Removing an ExpressCard a Ge I Click the Safety Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar Click the ExpressCard you want to remove Press the ExpressCard once to
83. g amber The battery charge is low The AC adapter must be connected to recharge the battery Amber Indicates the AC adapter is connected and is charging the battery Green or Blue Indicates the AC adapter is connected and the depending on the battery is fully charged model you purchased No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light 6 2 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power Up Modes 6 4 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Care and use of the battery pack The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing Taking proper care of it will help ensure longer operating time on battery power as well as a longer life for your battery pack Follow the instructions in this section carefully to ensure safe operation and maximum performance Safety precautions Mishandling of batteries can cause death serious injury or property damage Carefully observe the following advisories Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in moderate or minor injury or property damage Note Provides important information Danger
84. gure shows the underside of the computer Make sure the display is closed before turning over your computer Expansion Memory Socket 4 Battery Pack Fan Vent 5 Battery Pack Lock Battery Pack Latch oN The bottom of the computer Expansion Memory Use this socket to install a memory module to J Socket increase your computer s memory Refer to the Memory expansion section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices Fan Vent The fan vent helps prevent the CPU from overheating 2 6 User s Manual The Grand Tour Front with the display open The following figure shows the front of the computer with the display open To open the display push the latch on the front of the display and lift it up Position the display at a comfortable viewing angle The front with the display open User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour TouchPad TouchPad Control Buttons Left and Right Speakers Power Button Internet Button HFE CD DVD Button L in The TouchPad pointing device is located in the center of the palm rest and is used to control the on screen pointer Refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics Control buttons below the TouchPad let you select menu items or manipulate text and graphics designated by the on screen pointer The computer provides two speakers for stereo sound reproduction Press the power button to turn the computer s power on and off There is an LED inside t
85. habits User s Manual 3 1 Getting Started General conditions In general if you are comfortable so is your computer but read the following to make sure your work site provides a proper environment Make sure there is adequate space around the computer for proper ventilation Make sure the AC power cord connects to an outlet that is close to the computer and easily accessible The temperature should be 5 to 35 degrees Centigrade 41 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit and the relative humidity should be 20 to 80 percent Avoid areas where rapid or extreme changes in temperature or humidity may occur Keep the computer free of dust moisture and exposure to direct sunlight Keep the computer away from heat sources such as electric heaters Do not use the computer near liquids or corrosive chemicals Some components in the computer including data storage media can be damaged by magnets Do not place the computer near magnetic objects or bring magnetic objects close to the computer Be careful of objects such as stereo speakers that produce strong magnetic fields during operation Also be careful with metal objects such as bracelets which can be inadvertently magnetized Do not operate the computer in close proximity to a mobile phone Leave ample ventilation room for the fan Ensure that there are no obstructions around any of the system inlets or exhaust vents Placement of computer Position the computer and perip
86. he power button depending on the model you purchased which shines either green or blue depending on the model you purchased when the system is on Press the Internet button to open your default web brower The button setting can be changed in TOSHIBA Controls properties To access the TOSHIBA Controls properties click start click the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select the TOSHIBA Controls icon The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Pressing this button when the computer s power is off will run Express Media Player Once Express Media Player is launched the power indicator turns on the audio control buttons are enabled and pressing this button again will do nothing If you press this button while the computer is switched on or switched off into Standby Mode it will launch either Windows Media Player or WinDVD depending on the media that is loaded The button setting can be changed in TOSHIBA Controls properties To access the TOSHIBA Controls properties click start click the Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select the TOSHIBA Controls icon The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased F When you use Express Media Player please assign the CD DVD button to CD DVD in TOSHIBA Controls Properties 2 8 User s Manual The Grand Tour gt il 1 Play Pause Button Stop Eject Button Ne
87. he TOSHIBA Power Saver utility E 7o restore operation press the power button E f the computer automatically enters Standby mode while a network application is active the application might not be restored when the computer wakes up from Standby E To prevent the computer from automatically entering Standby Mode you should disable the Standby feature within the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility However please note that disabling this feature will mean the computer is not longer Energy Star compliant Standby precautions E Before entering Standby mode be sure to save your data E Do not remove install memory or remove power components E Do not remove install memory modules the computer or the module itself could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack In any of the above cases the data being maintained by Standby Mode will be lost E If you carry the computer on board an aircraft or into a hospital be sure to shut down the computer in hibernation mode or in shutdown mode to avoid radio signal interference User s Manual 3 9 Getting Started i i Benefits of standby The standby feature provides the following benefits E Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than Hibernation Mode E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the duration set by the System Standby feature E You can use the panel power off feature Enabling Standby
88. heral devices to provide comfort and safety Set the computer on a flat surface at a comfortable height and distance The display should be no higher than eye level to avoid eye strain Place the computer so that it is directly in front of you when you work and make sure you have adequate space to easily operate other devices Allow adequate space behind the computer to let you freely adjust the display The display should be angled to reduce glare and maximize visibility If you use a paper holder set it at about the same height and distance as the computer 3 2 User s Manual Getting Started Seating and posture The height of your chair in relation to the computer and keyboard as well as the support it gives your body are primary factors in reducing work strain Below eye level i 90 angles Posture and positioning of the computer E Place your chair so that the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow You should be able to type comfortably with your shoulders relaxed E Your knees should be slightly higher than your hips If necessary use a foot rest to raise the level of your knees to ease pressure on the back of your thighs E Adjust the back of your chair so it supports the lower curve of your spine E Sit straight so that your knees hips and elbows form approximately 90 degree angles when you work Do not slump forward or lean back too far L
89. ht protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering of disassembly is prohibited Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect yourself and your computer When Using Your Computer Do not operate your portable computer for an extended period of time with the base resting directly on your body With extended operation heat can potentially build up in the base Allowing sustained contact with the skin could cause discomfort or eventually a burn E Do not attempt to service the computer yourself Always follow installation instructions closely E Do not carry a battery in your pocket purse or other container where metal objects such as car keys could short circuit the battery terminals The resulting excessive current follow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage from burns E Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on E Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area such as a desk top or on the floor when you use it to run the computer or to charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling also do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case E Use only the AC adapter and batterie
90. ick the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK The mouse might be dirty Refer to your mouse documentations for instructions on cleaning If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem USB device does not work Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the USB ports on the computer and the USB device Make sure the USB device drivers are properly installed Refer to your Windows documentation for information on checking the drivers If problems persist contact your dealer 9 10 User s Manual Troubleshooting TV output signal Problem Procedure Display on TVis poor Make sure the TV type is correct for your area NTSC US or PAL Europe No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard If problems persist contact your dealer If you turn the computer off in Standby Mode while the display is on a TV the computer will select either the internal LCD or an external computer CRT as the display device the next time it is switched on LAN Problem Procedure Cannot access LAN or Check for a firm cable connection between the the Wake up on LAN LAN hub feature does not work Make sure the AC adapter is connected You cannot access a LAN using the computer s battery power If problems persist cons
91. ider It might generate smoke or fire or the battery pack might rupture Make sure the battery is securely installed in the computer before attempting to charge the battery pack Improper installation could generate smoke or fire or cause the battery pack to rupture Keep the battery pack out or reach of infants and children It can cause injury Caution 1 Never continue to use a battery pack after its recharging capacity has become impaired or after the display of a warning message indicating that the battery pack s power is exhausted Continued use of an exhausted or impaired battery pack could cause the loss of data Never dispose of battery packs with normal trash Bring them to your TOSHIBA dealer or to another recycling center to save resources and prevent environmental damage Cover the terminals with electrical tape to prevent short circuits which could cause the battery pack to ignite or rupture Use only battery packs recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements Always make sure the battery pack is installed correctly and securely Otherwise a battery pack could fall out and possibly cause injury Charge the battery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 30 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened 6 6 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes 6 Be sure to monitor the remaining battery power
92. ighting Proper lighting can improve legibility of the display and reduce eye strain E Position the computer so that sunlight or bright indoor lighting does not reflect off the screen Use tinted windows shades or other screens to eliminate sun glare E Avoid placing the computer in front of bright light that could shine directly in your eyes E If possible use soft indirect lighting in your computer work area Use a lamp to illuminate your documents or desk but be sure to position the lamp so that it does not reflect off the display or shine in your eyes User s Manual 3 3 Getting Started Work habits A key to avoiding discomfort or injury from repetitive strain is to vary your activities If possible schedule a variety of tasks into your work day If you must spend long periods at the computer finding ways to break up the routine can reduce stress and improve your efficiency Sit in a relaxed posture Good positioning of your chair and equipment as described earlier can reduce tension in your shoulders or neck and ease back strain Vary your posture frequently Occasionally stand up and stretch or exercise briefly Exercise and stretch your wrists and hands a number of times during the day Frequently look away from the computer and focus your eyes on a distant object for several seconds for example 30 seconds every 15 minutes Take frequent short breaks instead of one or two long breaks for example tw
93. ile Intel 915GM Express Chipset 128MB or 256MB HyperMemory 64MB or 128MB for local cache for ATI Mobility Radeon X600SE with HyperMemory 128MB or 256MB HyperMemory 128MB or 256MB for local cache for ATI Mobility Radeon X700 with HyperMemory HyperMemory VRAM size will vary depending on system memory size The ATI Mobility Radeon X600SE and X700 GPU utilizes the additional bandwidth of PCI Express to reach higher levels of graphics performance than traditional graphics memory solutions ATI Mobility Radeon X600SE and X700 GPU shares the capacity and bandwidth of dedicated graphics memory and dynamically available system memory for turbocharged performance and larger total graphics memory The VRAM capacity indicated in the ATI display is the sum of the discreet graphics memory and the maximum possible graphics memory allocated dynamically by the system memory The system memory capacity indicated in the Microsoft Windows PROPERTIES display is the maximum possible system memory capacity without adjustment for any system memory which may be dynamically allocated to the graphics system depending on demand User s Manual Introduction BIOS Power Battery Pack RTC Battery AC adapter 1MB Flash ROM for system BIOS Suspend to memory or hard disk drive Hardware password protection Various Hotkey functions for system control Complete ACPI 1 0b functionality 4 cell Lithium l
94. ill unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the location listed in the accompanying warranty booklet or visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet User s Manual 9 17 Troubleshooting 9 18 User s Manual Specifications TOSHIBA Appendix A This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Dimensions 359mm W x 262mm D x 38 5mm H Max Weight Starting at 2 71 kg 5 99 Ibs Weight may vary depending on product configuration vendor components manufacturing variability and options selected Environmental Requirements Conditions Operating Non operating Conditions Operating Non operating Ambient temperature Relative humidity 5 C to 35 C 20 to 80 20 C to 65 C Altitude from sea level 30 to 10 000 feet 30 to 40 000 feet User s Manual A 1 Specifications Built in Modem Network control unit NCU Type of NCU Type of line Type of dialing Control command Monitor function AA Telephone line analog only Pulse Tone AT commands EIA 578 commands Computer s speaker Communication specifications Communication System Communication Protocol Communication Speed Error correcting Data compression Data Full duplex Fax Half duplex Data ITU T Rec V 21 V 22 V 22bis V 32 Former CCITT V 32bis V 34 V 90 V 92 only for USA and Canada Bell 103 212A Fax
95. imer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R RW disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents 2 CD R discs can be written only once CD RW discs can be rewritten many times Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite the data E We recommend the following manufacturers of CD R and CD RW media Media quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd Hitachi Maxell Ltd CD RW MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL CORPORATION RICOH Co Ltd 4 18 User s Manual Operating Basics TOSHIBA has confirmed the operation of CD R and CD RW media of the manufacturers above Operation of other media cannot be guaranteed E CD RW
96. in the Windows operating system LCD Brightness and Eye Strain 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 Working environment This product was designed to fulfill the EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility requirements for residential commercial and light industry environments The following environment is not approved E Industrial Environments e g environments where a with a mains voltage of 380V threephase is being used In the following environments the use of this product can be restricted E Medical Environments This product is not certified as a medical product according to the Medical Product Directive 93 42 EEC but can be used in office areas where the use is not restricted Please disable the wireless LAN or Bluetooth hardware in such areas as long this feature is not official supported by the operator of the related medical facility E Vehicle Environments Please read operator s manual of the vehicle manufacturer for further restrictions of use E Aircraft Environments Please following the advices of the flight personnel regarding restrictions of use Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved or the use is restricted are not the responsibility of Toshiba Corporation The consequences of the use of this
97. interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices soft key Key combinations that emulate keys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications system disk A disk that has been formatted with an operating system For MS DOS the operating system is contained in two hidden files and the COMMAND COM file You can boot a computer using a system disk Also called an operating system disk T terminal A typewriter like keyboard and CRT display screen connected to the computer for data input output TFT display A liquid crystal display LCD made from an array of liquid crystal cells using active matrix technology with thin film transistor TFT to drive each cell TouchPad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest U Universal Serial Bus This serial interface lets you communicate with several devices connected in a chain to a single port on the computer V VGA Video Graphics Array is an industry standard video adaptor that lets you run any popular software W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off write protection A method for protecting a floppy disk from accidental erasure Glossary 8 User s Manual
98. ith the USB 2 0 standard which enables data transfer speeds more than 40 times faster than USB 1 1 which this computer also supports This port enables high speed data transfer directly from external devices such as digital video cameras The 4 pin S Video port is compatible with PAL or NTSC TV standard supporting Macrovision 7 02 copy protection The integrated Windows compatible sound system provides support for internal speakers as well as jacks for an external microphone and headphones Some computers in this series are equipped with the Express Media Player Lets you use the computer s fixed optical disc drive as a stand alone audio CD player or video DVD player 1 8 User s Manual Introduction Headphone jack Microphone jack Communications Modem LAN Wireless LAN Bluetooth depends on the model you purchased Security Security Lock Slot A standard 3 5mm stereo jack is provided for the connection of external headphones or speakers A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of monaural microphone input An internal modem provides capability for data and fax communication It supports the V 90 or V 92 standards depending on the region and provides a modem jack for connection to a telephone line The speed of data and fax transfer depends on the analog telephone line conditions The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T
99. k the Back button to return to the previous screen Be sure to read the Windows Operating System End User License Agreement carefully Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shutdown Mode also known as Boot Mode Hibernation Mode or Standby Mode Shut Down mode Boot mode A A When you turn off the power in Shut Down mode no data is saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen 1 If you have entered data save it to the hard disk to writable optical media or to a disk 2 Make sure all disk activity has stopped then remove the optical disc or floppy disk Make sure the built in hard disk drive and optical disc drive indicators are off before you switch the computer off If you turn off the power while a disk is being accessed you can lose data or damage the disk 3 Click Start and click Turn Off Computer From the Turn Off Computer window click Turn Off 4 Turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Hibernation mode AN The hibernation feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk when the computer is turned off The next time the computer is turned on the previous state is restored The hibernation feature does not save the status of peripheral devices 1 While entering hibernation mode the computer saves the conten
100. lems occur Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected Press Fn F10 and try typing again Make sure the software you are using is not remapping the keyboard Remapping involves reassigning the meaning of each key See your software s documentation If you are still unable to use the keyboard consult your dealer Procedure Check if you are in DOS mode In DOS lines may appear broken because of the LCD screen s higher resolution The Windows display should appear normal Press the Hotkey Fn F5 to change the display priority and ensure it is not set for an external monitor Make sure instant security was not activated Try entering your password if you have one registered Or turn the power off and back on to clear instant security Refer to your software s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty Contact your dealer if the problems continue 9 6 User s Manual Troubleshooting Hard disk drive Problem Procedure Computer does not boot Insert a system disk and reboot from hard drive There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your operating system documentation Slow performance Your files may be fragmented Run SCANDISK and defragmenter to check the condition of your files and disk Refer to your operating system documentation or online HELP for information on running SCANDISK and the defragmenter Contact you
101. lows 1 Language for displaying the Express Media Player set up and guide Please refer to Table 1 for the language code 2 Keyboard Please refer to Table 2 for the keyboard code Display Language setting and keyboard setting can be changed using the set up for the DVD Player Language ISO Code Language ISO Code Hebrew HEW Hungarian HUN Brazilian PTB Italian ITA Portuguese Chinese Simplified CHS Japanese JPN Chinese Traditional CHT Korean KOR Czech CSY Norwegian NOR Danish DAN Polish PLK Dutch NLD Russian RUS English ENU Slovenian SLV Finnish FIN Spanish ESN French FRA Spanish Latin ESL America French Canadian FRC Swedish SVE German DEU Turkish TRK Greek ELL Portuguese PTG Spanish and Spanish Latin America are the same languages There are all 25 languages supported 4 14 User s Manual Operating Basics Display Language No Language of Keyboard type Keyboard layout 01 Arabian Others 02 Belgium French 03 Brazilian Portuguese Others 04 Czech Others 05 Danish Others 06 Dutch Others 07 UK Others 08 English Others 09 Estonian Others 10 Finnish Others 11 French Others 12 French Canadian Others 13 German Others 14 Greek Others 15 Hungarian Others 16 Hungarian Hungarian 17 Italian Others 18 Japanese Others 19 Korean Others 20 Lithuanian Others 21 Norwegian Others 22 Polish Others 23 Portuguese Others 24 Russian Others 25 Simplified Chinese Others 26 Slovenian Others 27 Spanish Others 28 Sw
102. mage Disclaimer TOSHIBA does not bear responsibility for the following E Damage to any CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM disc that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product E Any change or loss of the recorded contents of CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM media that may be caused by writing or rewriting with this product or for any business profit loss or business interruption that may be caused by the change or loss of the recorded contents E Damage that may be caused by using third party equipment or software Given the technological limitations of current optical disc writing drives you may experience unexpected writing or rewriting errors due to disc quality or problems with hardware devices Also it is a good idea to make two or more copies of important data in case of undesired change or loss of the recorded contents 4 20 User s Manual Operating Basics Before writing or rewriting Please observe the following points when you write or rewrite data E Based on TOSHIBA s limited compatibility testing we suggest the following manufacturers of CD R RW and DVD R R RW RW RAM media However in no event does TOSHIBA guarantee the operation quality or performance of any disc Disc quality can affect write or rewrite success rates CD R CD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW DVD RAM DVD R Double Layer DVD R Double Layer TAIYOYUDEN CO LTD MITSUBISHI CHE
103. mber To register the theft on paper please follow these procedures E Fill in the TOSHIBA Theft Registration form or a copy of it below E Attach a copy of your receipt showing where your computer was purchased E Either fax or send the receipt and registration form to the address below To register the theft online please follow these procedures E Visit www toshiba europe com on the Internet In the product area choose Computer Systems E Inthe Computer Systems page open the Support amp Downloads menu and choose the Stolen Units Database option Your entries are used to track your computer at our service points User s Manual D 1 If your computer is stolen TOSHIBA Theft Registration Send to TOSHIBA Europe GmbH Technical Service and Support Leibnizstr 2 93055 Regensburg Germany Fax number 49 0 941 7807 921 Country stolen Machine type e g L20 Model number Serial number eg 123456786 TITTI Date stolen Year Month E LU Owner s details Last name first name Company Street Postal Code City Country Phone Fax Day L D 2 User s Manual TOSHIBA Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AC alternating current AGP accelerated graphics port ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system CD ROM Co
104. mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard feature Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default USB Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable legacy USB support If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse keyboard and floppy disk drive by setting the Legacy USB Support option to enable LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on when it receives a wake up signal from the LAN Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN Default User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup T The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature A N Do not install or remove an optional memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled Built in LAN This feature enables or disables the Built in LAN Enabled Enables Built in LAN function Default Disabled Disables Built in LAN function 7 4 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 8 Optional Devices Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes connection or installation of the following types of devices which are available from your TOSHIBA dealer Cards Memory E PC card E Express Card M SD Secure Digital MMC MultiMediaCard MS Memory Stick MS Pro Memory Stick Pro xD xD Picture Card cards E Memory modules Pow
105. mpact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc Read Write CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DMA direct memory access DOS disk operating system DVD digital versatile disc ECP extended capabilities port FDD floppy disk drive HDD hard disk drive IDE integrated drive electronics I O input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode LSI large scale integration MS DOS Microsoft Disk Operating System PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory ROM read only memory User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary RTC real time clock SCSI small computer system interface TFT thin film transistor USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array WXGA wide extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides an interface between two dissimilar electronic devices For example the AC adaptor modifies the power from a wall outlet for use by the computer This term also refers to the add in circuit cards that control external devices such as video monitors and magnetic tape devices application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games
106. nce over which wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration and client design and software hardware configurations The actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed Security 1 TOSHIBA strongly recommends that you enable the WEP encryption function otherwise your computer could be left open to illicit access via the wireless LAN connection which may result in an intrusion that can lead to the theft or loss of stored data among other things In addition the owner of an Internet connection is responsible for all browsing downloading and uploading activities on that connection Therefore an unsecured wireless network connected directly to the Internet is an open invitation for outsiders to abuse your ISP account and privileges 2 TOSHIBA is not liable for the eavesdropping on your data due to the use of the wireless LAN connection and any damage that may occur thereof User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics Wireless communication Switch You can enable or disable the wireless LAN function with the on off switch No transmissions are sent or received when the switch is off Slide the switch forward to turn it on and backward to turn it off Wireless communication LED The LED indicates the status of the wireless communication functions Using optical disc drives The illustrations in this section might
107. ncluding the use of a mouse or the Touch Pad and the closing opening of the LCD panel E Start a communication application such as a modem E Apply impact or vibration to the PC E Install remove or connect external devices such as PC Cards USB devices an external display i LINK devices or optical digital devices E Open the optical disc drive E If the media is poor in quality dirty or damaged writing or rewriting errors may occur E Set the computer on a level surface and avoid places subject to vibration such as airplanes trains or cars Do not use an unstable surface such as a stand E Keep mobile phones and other wireless communication devices away from the computer User s Manual 4 19 Operating Basics Writing CDs DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer You can use the DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer to write data to either CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM discs The following applications for writing are preinstalled Record Now DLA licensed by Sonic Solutions InterVideo WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum which is a product of InterVideo Inc Important message Before you write or rewrite to CD R RW or DVD R RW R RW RAM media read and follow all set up and operating instructions in this section If you fail to do so the DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer may not function properly and you may fail to write or rewrite lose data or incur other da
108. ntained in the Internet Explorer Favorites menu E To display the list of currently open windows and change the active window It also provides the following functions by customizing the settings E To open a file stored in a predefined folder E To quickly launch your frequently used applications which have been registered TOSHIBA Zooming This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the Utility icon size on the desktop or the application window TOSHIBA HW Setup This program lets you customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with your computer and the peripherals you use To access this utility click Start click Control Panel click Printers and Other Hardware and select the TOSHIBA HW Setup icon TOSHIBA Fn esse This program lets you define your own shortcut keys to quickly launch applications and speed your work in Windows To start the utility click Start point to All Programs point to TOSHIBA point to Utilities and click Fn esse TOSHIBA This utility lets you make the Fn key sticky that Accessibility is you can press it once release it and then press an F number key The Fn key remains active until another key is pressed User s Manual 1 13 Introduction Options TOSHIBA Virtual Sound CD DVD Drive Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA Virtual Sound works as an audio filter using SRS WOW XT and SRS TruSurround XT functions provided by SRS Labs Inc in the United Stat
109. nungsanleitung sorgf ltig durch und bewahren diese bitte als Referenz auf Falls Probleme mit diesem Modell auftreten benachrichtigen Sie bitte die n chste autorisierte Service Vertretung Um einen direkten Kontakt mit dem Laserstrahl zu vermeiden darf das Ger t nicht ge ffnet werden ADVARSEL Denne m rking er anbragt udvendigt p apparatet og indikerer at apparatet arbejder med laserstr ler af klasse 1 hviket betyder at der anvendes laserstrlier af svageste klasse og at man ikke p apparatets yderside kan bilve udsat for utilladellg kraftig str ling APPARATET BOR KUN BNES AF FAGFOLK MED S RLIGT KENDSKAB TIL APPARATER MED LASERSTR LER Indvendigt i apparatet er anbragt den her gengivne advarselsm kning som advarer imod at foretage s danne indgreb i apparatet at man kan komme til at uds tte sig for laserstr ling OBS Apparaten inneh ller laserkomponent som avger laserstr ining verstigande gr nsen f r laserklass 1 VAROITUS Suojakoteloa ei saa avata Laite sis lt laserdiodin joka l het n kym t nt silmille vaarallista lasers teily CAUTION USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE VORSICHT DIE VERWENDUNG VON ANDEREN STEUERUNGEN ODER EINSTELLUNGEN ODER DAS DURCHF HREN VON ANDEREN VORG NGEN ALS IN DER BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG BESCHRIEBEN K NNEN GEF HRLICHE STR
110. o or three minutes every half hour Have your eyes examined regularly and visit a doctor promptly if you suspect you might be suffering from a repetitive strain injury Please check every couple of months to ensure the fan inlets or exhaust vents see sections 2 5 and 2 7 are unobstructed Clean them if necessary A number of books are available on ergonomics and repetitive strain injury or repetitive stress syndrome For more information on these topics or for pointers on exercises for such stress points as hands and wrists please check with your library or book vendor Also refer to the computer s Safety Instruction Manual 3 4 User s Manual Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter Attach the AC adapter when you need to charge the battery or you want to operate from AC power It is also the fastest way to get started because the battery pack will need to be charged before you can operate from battery power The AC adapter can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adapter to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Use of the wrong adapter could damage your computer TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage in such case The output rating for the computer is 19 volts DC 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter Connecting the power cord to the AC adapter 2 Connect the DC output plug on the A
111. ode handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part Il The following illustrations show the plug shapes for the U S A and Canada the United Kingdom Australia and Europe United Kingdom USA UL approved _ BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved C 2 User s Manual TOSHIBA Appendix D If your computer is stolen i Always take care of your computer and try to prevent it from being stolen You are the owner of a valuable technical device which may be highly attractive to thieves so please do not leave it unattended in a public place To further help protect against theft security cables can be bought for use with your notebook when it is being used at home or in the office Make a note of your computer s machine type model number and serial number and put it in a safe place You will find this information on the underside of your notebook Please also keep the receipt of the computer you purchased Should your computer be stolen however we ll help you try to find it Before contacting TOSHIBA please prepare the following information which is necessary to uniquely identify your computer In which country was your computer stolen m What type of machine do you have E What was the model number PA number E What was the serial number 8 digits E When was it stolen i e date E What is your address phone and fax nu
112. omputer has two cache levels Level one is incorporated into the processor and level two resides in external memory capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy disk or hard disk It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes and megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB CardBus An industry standard bus for 32 bit PC cards CD ROM A Compact Disc Read Only Memory is a high capacity disc that can be read from but not written to The CD ROM drive uses a laser rather than magnetic heads to read data from the disc CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM CD RW A Compact Disc Read Write disc can be rewritten many times See also CD ROM character Any letter number punctuation mark or symbol used by the computer Also synonymous with byte chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor An electronic circuit fabricated on a silicon wafer that requires very little power Integrated circuits implemented in CMOS technology can be tightly packaged and are highly reliable compatibility 1 The ability of one computer to accept and process data in the same manner as another computer without modifying the data or the media upon which it is being transferred 2 the
113. omputer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time if you rest the computer on your lap for example your skin might suffer low heat injury E If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the I O ports It can become hot E The surface of the AC adapter can become hot when in use This condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adapter disconnect it and let it cool before moving it E Do not lay the AC adapter on a material that is sensitive to heat The material could be damaged Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to strong impact Excessive pressure or impact can damage computer components or otherwise cause malfunctions PC Card overheating Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the PC Card operation Also be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for a long time User s Manual xi Mobile phone LCD Use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system Computer operation is not impaired but it is recommended that a distance of 30 cm be maintained between the computer and a mobile phone in use Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the compu
114. on smart battery pack with 14 4V 2000mAh 6 cell Lithium lon smart battery pack with 10 8V 4000mAh 8 cell Lithium lon smart battery pack with 14 4V 4300mAh Approximately 12 hours or longer charging time to 100 battery capacity with system switched on Approximately 4 hours charge time to 100 battery capacity with system switched off Approximately 1 5 days discharging time in Standby Mode for the 8 cell battery 1 day for the 6 cell battery and 0 75 days for 4 cell battery Discharge time in shutdown mode is approximately 1 month The computer has an internal battery to back up its Real Time Clock RTC calender and setup information This battery will last for an average of one month with no external power source The universal AC adapter provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord Floppy Disk Drive devices TouchPad External USB Floppy Disk Drive depends on the model purchased A TouchPad and control buttons in the palm rest enable control of the on screen pointer User s Manual 1 5 Introduction Display Disks Fixed hard disk CD RW DVD ROM drive 15 4 TFT screen with a resolution of 1280 horizontal x 800 vertical pixels WXGA Depending on the model purchased one of the following drives will be installed 40 0 billion bytes 37 26GB 60 0 billion bytes 55 88GB 80 0 billion bytes 74 52GB 100 0 billion b
115. or it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it You may also press Fn F9 to enable the TouchPad and then try again to move it Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse movement Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically USB Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait for it to resume its normal shape and try again to move it Make sure the mouse is properly connected to the USB port Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the double click speed as instructed and click OK Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Open the Control Panel select the Mouse icon and press Enter 2 Cl
116. ordNow Console to open the Options panels Select the Data in the left side menu Mark the Verify data written to the disc after burning check box in the Data Options Click the OK button DLA for TOSHIBA Note the following limitations when you use DLA This software supports only rewritable discs DVD RW DVD RW and CD RW It does not support DVD R DVD R and CD R discs that are not rewritable DLA does not support formatting a DVD RAM disc and writing to it They are performed by DVD RAM Driver Software If DLA Format menu may appear when inserting a DVD RAM disc into the drive and right clicking the drive icon in Windows Explorer please use DVDForm to format this disc You can run DVDForm by clicking the Start button on the taskbar to display the Start menu and then selecting All Programs DVD RAM DVD RAM Driver and DVDForm sequentially Do not use any discs that have been formatted with packet writing software other than DLA Similarly do not use any discs that have been formatted with DLA with any packet writing software other than DLA When using a disc you are not familiar with format it by selecting Full Format before using it Do not use the Cut amp Paste function for files and folders A file or folder that has been cut may be lost if writing fails due to an error on the disc When writing the Setup files for the program into a disc formatted by DLA and starting Setup from
117. ot supported Data stored in Video CD DVD Audio VR or VR formats cannot be played In addition media that has not been finalized or MPEG Divx mini DVD and other file formats also cannot be played Audio is only output in two channel stereo format Titles with DTS or SDDS audio will have no audio output if such audio is selected Audio output from SPDIF is not supported This system is not karaoke mode compatible When continuous actions are to be carried out ensure that the current action is completed before carrying out the next one Failure to do so might result in unexpected results User s Manual 4 13 Operating Basics E To remove a disc from the drive while the player is stopped simply press the eject button on the drive If the player is playing the media press the E key which will stop the player and eject the disc If you manually remove the disc by using the eject hole on the drive during playback the DVD Video playback may not work If this should happen please reboot the Express Media Player before using Express Media Player Settings There are a few settings that need to be made in order to use the Express Media Player functions for the first time These are as follows Initial settings J When Express Media Player is first started or the recovery CD is used the screen for carrying out the initial settings of the Express Media Player is displayed Please implement the settings as fol
118. peed CD RW discs is a maximum of 24x speed User s Manual The Grand Tour DVDs mM DVD R and DVD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E DVD RW DVD RW and DVD RAM discs can be recorded more than once CD RW DVD ROM drive The full size CD RW DVD ROM drive module lets you record data to rewritable CDs as well as run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the other pio edge DVD read 8 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 24 speed maximum ultra speed media DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer The full size DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer module lets you record data to rewritable discs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 discs without using an adapter The read speed is slower at the center of a disc and faster at the other pmi o edge DVD read 8 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD R write 8 speed maximum DVD RW write 4 speed maximum DVD RAM write 5 speed maximum CD read 24 speed maximum CD R write 24 speed maximum CD RW write 10 speed maximum ultra speed media DVD R DL write 2 4 speed maximum DVD R DL write 2 speed maximum This drive cannot use discs that allow writing faster than 8x speed or faster DV
119. press Chipset for integrated graphics controller Chipset depends on the model you purchased ATI Mobility Radeon X600SE ATI Mobility Radeon X700 GPU depends on the models you purchased ENE KB910 for Keyboard Controller Battery management Unit and RTC ENE CB1410 for PCMCIA controller TI PCI7411 Multiple Digital Media Card Slot IEEE 1394 and PCMCIA Controller TI PCl4510 IEEE1394 and PCMCIA Controller Realtek ALC250 for AC97 CODEC Realtek RTL8100CL for 10M 100M LAN Memory The graphics system in your computer may use part of the main system memory for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of system memory available for other computing activities The amount of system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors User s Manual 1 3 Introduction Slot L2 Cache Video RAM Two DDRII SO DIMM up to 2GB can be upgraded through memory expansion slot Maximum upgradeable system memory may depend on the model you purchased Depending on the model you purchased 1MB L2 Cache Intel Celeron M Processor 2MB L2 Cache Intel Pentium M Processor Depending on the model you purchased Up to 256 MB integrated solution and shared with main memory for ATI Radeon 200M Maximum Video RAM size depends on main memory size Up to 128MB integrated solution and shared with main memory for Mob
120. product in those working environments may be E Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area Malfunction of or data loss from this product caused by disturbances generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding area Furthermore for general safety reasons the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted xiv User s Manual Network connection Class A warning If this product has networking capabilities and will be connected to a network Class A radiation limits will be observed in accordance with technical conventions This means that if the product will be used in a domestic environment other devices in the near surrounding area may suffer interference Consequently please do not use this product in such environments for example a living room otherwise you could be held responsible for any ensuing interference Information on the secure writing to optical disc media Even if your software gives no indication that any problems have occurred you should always check to ensure that information has been successfully stored on recordable optical media CD R CD RW and so forth 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 less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by other wireless devices
121. provides configuration option to conserve power when the computer is running on either battery or mains power You can start TOSHIBA Power Saver as follows If Control Panel is in Category View Start gt Control Panel gt Performance and Maintenance gt TOSHIBA Power Saver If Control Panel is in Classic View Start gt Control Panel gt TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Assist is a graphical user interface that provides easy access to help and services User s Manual Introduction TOSHIBA PC TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic tool displays the basic Diagnostic Tool information on the computer s configuration and allows some of the built in devices functionality to be tested You can start the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool as follows Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Controls This utility allows you to configure the computer s audio video control buttons and setup the audio video playback applications E Buttons Assign applications or functions to the Internet button and the CD DVD button The default settings are default browser and CD DVD E Media Apps Allows the selection of the application to be used for audio and video playback DVD Player The DVD player is used to play DVD Video media through an on screen interface and functions Click Start point to All Programs point to InterVideo WinDVD then click InterVideo WinDVD ConfigFree ConfigFree is a
122. pter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories yr ON User s Manual 1 1 Introduction Software Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional E The following software which is preinstalled on your hard disk E Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Professional TOSHIBA Utilities DVD Video Player TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA Controls TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool TOSHIBA Touch and Launch TOSHIBA TouchPad On Off Utility TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA SD Memory Card Format TOSHIBA Acoustic Silencer TOSHIBA HW Setup TOSHIBA Accessibility TOSHIBA Virtual Sound TOSHIBA Hotkey Utility 1 2 User s Manual Introduction Features Il The M70 computer uses TOSHIBA s advanced Large Scale Integration LSI Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor CMOS technology extensively to provide compact size minimum weight low power usage and high reliability This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Depending on the model you purchased Intel Celeron M Processor 350J 360J 370 380 Intel Pentium M Processor 725A 730 740 750 760 770 780 Other processors may introduced in the future Chip Set ATI Radeon Xpress 200M ATI IXP450 Mobile Intel 915PM Express Chipset for external graphics controller Mobile Intel 915GM Ex
123. r See the Drives section in this chapter for technical specifications on each drive and Chapter 4 Operating Basics for information on using the drive and caring for discs This indicator lets you know when the Optical Disc Drive is being accessed User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour Left side The following figure shows the computer s left side Q 27 OO 1 RGB Monitor Port 5 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 Fan Vents Port 3 TV Out Port 6 PC Card Slot 4 i LINK IEEE1394 Port The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased The left side of the computer RGB Monitor Port This 15 pin port lets you connect an external oO video display to the computer Fan Vents The fan vents help prevent the CPU from overheating JN To prevent possible over heating of the CPU never block the fan vent TV Out Port Connect a 4 pin S video cable into this 6 gt connector in order to output either an NTSC or PAL television signal o i LINK IEEE1394 This port allows you to connect an external A S400 Port device such as a digital video camera for IEEE1394 high speed data transfer The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 1 1 om USB Port compatible port enables USB equipped devices such as keyboards mice hard drives scanners and printers
124. r dealer if the problems continue Memory Card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem Procedure Memory card error Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly occurs connected Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer Wireless LAN If the following procedures do not restore LAN access consult your LAN administrator For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Procedure Cannot access Make sure the computer s wireless Wireless LAN communication switch is set to on Use the Config Free program that comes pre installed in your computer to see LAN status If problems persist consult your LAN administrator User s Manual 9 7 Troubleshooting PC Card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Problem PC Card error occurs Monitor Procedure Reseat the PC Card to make sure it is firmly connected Make sure the connection between the external device and the card is firm Check the card s documentation If problems persist contact your dealer Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Monitor does not turn on No display Display error occurs Monitor goes into panning mode Procedure Make sure that the external monitor s power switch is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet T
125. rce Check whether the battery is hot or cold If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Let it reach room temperature Unplug the AC adapter and remove the battery to make sure the terminals are clean If necessary wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol Connect the AC adapter and replace the battery Check the Battery indicator If it does not glow let the computer charge the battery for at least 20 minutes If the Battery indicator glows after 20 minutes let the battery continue to charge for at least another 20 minutes before turning on the computer If the indicator still does not glow the battery may be at the end of its operating life Replace it If you do not think the battery is at the end of its operating life see your dealer User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Problem Battery doesn t power the computer as long as expected Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Procedure Check the power consumption settings in the TOSHIBA Power Saver Utility Consider using a power saving mode Procedure Refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled LCD panel Problem Lines appear broken No display Problems above remain unresolved or other prob
126. ress the Caps Lock key When this light is on pressing a letter key on the keyboard produces an uppercase capital letter Optical Disc drive The computer will either have a CD RW DVD ROM drive or a single layer or dual layer DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer depending on its configuration An ATAPI interface controller is used for the operation of these optical drives When the computer is accessing a disc an indicator on the drive glows Region codes for DVD drives and media Writable discs CDs The disc drive and its media are manufactured according to the specifications of six marketing regions When you purchase DVD Video make sure it matches your drive otherwise it will not play properly Code 1 2 3 4 a Region Canada United States Japan Europe South Africa Middle East Southeast Asia East Asia Australia New Zealand Pacific Islands Central America South America Caribbean Russia Indian Subcontinent Africa North Korea Mongolia China This section describes the types of writable discs Check the specifications for your drive to for the type of discs it can write Use Record Now to write compact discs Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics E CD R discs can be written only once The recorded data cannot be erased or changed E CD RW discs can be recorded more than once Use either 1x 2x or 4x multi speed CD RW discs or high speed 4x to 10x discs The write speed of ultra s
127. ritten to a CD R DVD R R disc cannot be deleted either in whole or in part Data deleted erased from a CD RW and DVD RW RW RAM disc cannot be recovered Check the content of the disc carefully before you delete it If multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to delete data from the wrong drive In writing to a DVD R R RW RW disc some disc space is required for file management so you may not be able to write the full capacity of the disc Since the disc is based on the DVD R RW standard it will be filled with dummy data if the written data is less than about 1 GB Even if you write only a small amount of data it might take time to fill in the dummy data Two types of DVD R R RW RW RAM discs are on the market data and video Use a video disc to store video data You can use video discs on a DVD recorder as well as on your computer s DVD ROM drive You cannot use data discs on a DVD recorder DVD RAM formatted by FAT32 cannot be read in Windows 2000 without DVD RAM Driver Software When multiple drives that can write data to discs are connected be careful not to write to the wrong drive Be sure to connect the universal AC adapter before you write or rewrite Before you enter standby hibernation mode be sure to finish DVD RAM writing Writing is finished if you can eject DVD RAM media Be sure to close all other software programs except the writing software Do not run software such as
128. roducts Limitation of Liability For damage occurring due to an earthquake or thunder fire beyond our responsibility action by third party other accident intentional or accidental mistakes by a user misuse or use under abnormal conditions we do not take any responsibility For incidental damage loss of business profit business interruption etc occurring due to use or disability of the product we do not take any responsibility For damage occurring due to non observance of the contents described in the instruction manual we do not take any responsibility For damage occurring due to erroneous operation or hang up caused by use in combination with products not related to our company we do not take any responsibility Usage Restrictions Do not use the Wireless Products for controlling the following equipment E Equipment directly linked with human life corresponding to the following E Medical equipment such as life support systems equipment used in operations etc E Exhaust systems for gases such as poisonous gas etc and exhaust systems for smoke E Equipment that must be set up in compliance with various laws such as the Fire Services Act the Construction Standard Act etc HM Equipment corresponding to that mentioned above E Equipment linked with human safety or having a serious influence on the safe maintenance of public function etc because it is not designed or manufactured for this type of use E
129. ry adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Press hotkeys Fn F5 to change the display priority and make sure it is not set for the internal display Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer Check your monitor specification It might not support the selected resolution and refresh rate The resolution on the monitor might go into panning mode when wide screen resolution is selected Refer to Appendix B Display Modes 9 8 User s Manual Troubleshooting Sound system Problem No sound is heard Pointing device Procedure Adjust the volume control dial Check the software volume settings If appropriate make sure the headphone connection is secure Check Windows Device Manager and ensure the sound function is enabled and that settings for I O address interrupt level and DMA are correct for your software and do not conflict with other hardware devices that you have connected to the computer If problems persist contact your dealer If you are using a USB mouse also refer to the USB section in this chapter and to your mouse documentation Touch Pad Problem On screen pointer does not respond to Pad operation Double tapping does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow Procedure The system might be busy If the pointer is shaped as an hourglass wait f
130. ry fully e Operates e No charge connected charged e No charge LED Battery green or blue e LED Battery green or blue DC IN green or blue DC IN green or blue Battery partially Operates e Charge charged e Charge LED Battery Amber e LED Battery Amber DC IN green or blue DC IN green or blue No battery e Operates No charge installed or no No charge LED Battery off charge LED Battery off DC IN green or blue DC IN green or blue LED color green or blue is dependent on the model you purchased User s Manual 6 1 Power and Power Up Modes Power on Power off no operation AC adapter Battery capacity Operates not connected is above low LED Battery off battery trigger DC IN off point Battery capacity Operates is below low e Alarm sounds this function battery trigger depends on how the point computer is configured e LED Battery flashes amber DC IN off Battery capacity Computer goes into exhausted Hibernation or shuts down depending on the TOSHIBA Power Saver setting No battery e No operation installed e LED Battery off DC IN off Power indicators As shown in the above table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators alert you to the computer s operating capability and battery charge status Battery indicator Check the Battery indicator to determine the status of the battery The following indicator lights indicate the battery status Flashin
131. ry module socket cover 5 Slide your fingernail or a thin object under the cover and lift it off Removing the memory module socket cover 6 Fit the module s connectors into the computer s connectors at about a 45 degree angle and press the module carefully to ensure a firm connection AAN Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems User s Manual 8 9 Optional Devices 7 Push the module down so it lies flat Latches on either side will click into place to secure the module Installing a module 8 Seat the cover and secure it with the screw 9 Replace the battery pack as described in Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes 10 Turn the power on and make sure the added memory is recognized Removing a memory module o LZ 8 10 User s Manual Optional Devices a l Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems Removing the memory module 6 Seat the cover and secure its screw 7 Replace the battery Additional battery pack You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs If you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery See Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes Additional AC adapter
132. s Controller 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes 2 Choose Display to open the Display Properties dialog box Display Properties 3 Click the Settings tab User s Manual 8 13 Optional Devices 4 Click the Advanced button and choose Displays Multiple Monitors and ATI MOBILITY RADEON X700 Properties PR JED OvenGl LBD DiectaD l A Notions Overlay LAA POWERPLAY olt 5 Click the TV button to open the TV Properties dialog box TY Properties Attributes Adjustments Advanced Format TY S Video Max Supported Resolution 6 Adjust the TV properties accordingly 8 14 User s Manual Optional Devices For the Intel Graphics Controller 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Themes 2 Choose Display to open the Display Properties dialog box Display Properties E Settings a 3 Click Setting tab User s Manual 8 15 Optional Devices 4 Click the Advanced button and choose Intel Graphics Media Accelerator Driver 5 Click the Graphic Properties button and choose TV inter Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for mobile Display Devices Display Settings Color Correction Hot Keys intel Launch Zoom Information a Single Display O Television Multiple Display Intel R Dual Display Clone Extended Desktop 3D Settings he a es 6 Adjusting the TV settings 24
133. s LAN is active or not The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductive type mini jack for a monaural microphone 2 2 User s Manual The Grand Tour la Headphone Jack p Volume Control Right side The headphone jack lets you connect stereo headphones or other audio output devices such as external speakers Connecting headphones or other devices to this jack automatically disables the internal speakers Use this dial to adjust the volume of the stereo speakers or headphones The following figure shows the computer s right side 1 Express Card Slot 3 Optical Disc Drive LED 2 Optical Disc Drive The availability of this feature is dependent on the model you purchased Express Card Slot Optical Disc Drive Optical Disc Drive LED The right side of the computer This slot allows you to insert an Express Card An ExpressCard module is a small modular add in card technology based on PCI Express and Universal Serial Bus USB interface The max transmission rate at 2 5Gbps Both 34mm type and 54mm type are supported The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The computer is configured with a full size optical disc drive module that lets you run either 12 cm 4 72 or 8 cm 3 15 discs without using an adapte
134. s in combination all the 101 102 key keyboard functions can be executed on the computer The number of keys on your keyboard depends on which country region s keyboard layout your computer is configured with Keyboards for numerous languages are available There are five types of keys typewriter keys keypad overlay function keys soft keys and cursor control keys The typewriter keys and keypad overlay keys are gray The other keys are dark gray Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the upper and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen There are some differences however between using a typewriter and using a computer keyboard E Letters and numbers produced in computer text vary in width Spaces which are created by a space character may also vary depending on line justification and other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable E The Caps Lock function key locks only the alphabetic characters in uppercase while the shift lock on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position E The Shift keys the Tab key and the BkSp backspace key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions User s Manual 5 1 The Keyboard F1 F12 function keys The
135. s that are approved for use with this computer Use of another type of battery or AC adapter may risk fire or explosion User s Manual Before you connect the computer to a power source ensure that the voltage rating of the AC adapter matches that of the available power source 115 V 60Hz in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern countries such as Taiwan 100 V 50Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V 60Hz in western Japan 230 V 50 Hz in most of Europe the Middle East and the Far East If you use an extension cable with your AC adapter ensure that the total ampere rating of the products that are plugged into it do not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable itself To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm When setting up the computer for work place it on a level surface Do not dispose of batteries in a fire They may explode Check with local authorities for disposal instructions When traveling do not check the computer as baggage You can put your computer through an X ray security machine but never put your computer through a metal detector If you have the computer checked by hand be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer When traveling with the hard drive removed from the computer wrap the drive in a non cond
136. shes amber indicating that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer enables Hibernation mode so you don t lose data and automatically turns off You must recharge a battery pack when it becomes discharged Procedures To recharge a battery pack while it is installed in the computer connect the AC adapter to the DC IN socket and plug the other end into a working outlet The Battery indicator glows amber when the battery is being charged Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge the battery pack Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time The following table shows the time required to fully charge a discharged battery User s Manual 6 7 Power and Power Up Modes Charging time hours 6 8 User s Manual Power and Power Up Modes Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored by the TOSHIBA Power Saver Refer to Utilities in Chapter 1 Introduction l m Wait for a moment after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time The computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease Therefore an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged M
137. such as 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 organisation These situations may for example include E Using the Wireless LAN equipment on board of aeroplanes E 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 organisation or environment e g airports you are encouraged to ask for authorisation to use the Wireless LAN device prior to turning on the equipment User s Manual xv Safety Instruction for Wireless Products If your computer has a wireless function all safety instructions must be read carefully and must be fully understood before you attempt to use it This manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage your wireless p
138. sword incorrectly three consecutive times the computer shuts down You must turn on the computer again and re enter the password Power up modes The computer has three power up modes E Hibernation saves data in memory to the hard disk E Standby power remains on maintaining the data in memory but the CPU and all other devices effectively enter a sleep mode E Boot does not save data in memory Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3 Getting D J Started User s Manual 6 13 Power and Power Up Modes Panel power off on This feature makes the computer to enter Hibernation when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the display panel is opened 1 If the panel power off function is enabled and you use Shut down Windows do not close the display until the shut down function is completed System automatic Standby Hibernation This feature automatically turns off the system in Standby or Hibernation mode if the computer is not used for a set duration Refer to Special features in Chapter 1 Introduction for an explanation of how to set the duration 6 14 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 7 HW Setup This chapter explains how to use the TOSHIBA HW Setup utility to configure your computer TOSHIBA HW Setup lets you configure settings for various hardware devices through a number of tabs titled General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard CPU LAN and
139. te these keys The power on default for both settings is off z QV Press Fn F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off 5 2 User s Manual The Keyboard Fn Enter lt J Press Fn Enter to simulate Enter on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad aja Press Fn Ctrl to simulate the enhanced keyboard s right Ctrl key Hotkeys q q Fn ESC Volume Mute Turns the volume on and off M Fn F1 Instant Security Enters screen saver mode and blanks the screen To restore your desktop press any key or use the TouchPad Fn F2 Power Save Modes Displays the power save modes and lets you change the power settings gt Fn F3 Standby This hot key switches the system to Standby mode 2 Fn F4 Hibernate This hot key switches the system to Hibernate mode 8 0 Fn F5 Display Selection Changes displays 7 Default resolution for simultaneous mode is set to XGA 1024x768 If you connect an RGB Monitor that is not XGA resolution change it in Display Properties Wit Fn F6 Brightness Down Act Fn F7 Brightness Up C Fn F8 Wireless Device Controls Pressing this hot key allows you to switch between active wireless devices if the wireless communication switch is switched on Q Fn F9 TouchPad On Off gt Fn F10 Cursor Keypad On Off This hot key enables disables the embedded cursor keypad See chapter 3 for more information
140. tely before you turn it on again E Clean the computer using a slightly damp with water cloth You can use glass cleaner on the display Spray a small amount of cleaner on a soft clean cloth and wipe the screen gently with the cloth Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer The computer is designed for rugged durability However a few simple precautions taken when moving the computer will help ensure trouble free operation E Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer Check the Built in Hard Disk Drive and optical disc drive indicators on the computer E Ifa disk is in the disk drive remove it E Ifa disc is in the optical disc drive remove it Also make sure the optical disc drive drawer is securely closed E Turn off the power to the computer E Disconnect all peripherals before moving the computer E Close the display Do not pick up the computer by its display panel or back where the interface ports are located E Close all port covers E Disconnect the AC adapter if it is connected E Use the carrying case when transporting the computer User s Manual 4 31 Operating Basics 4 32 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 101 102 key enhanced keyboard By pressing some key
141. ter the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Maximum brightness is only available when operating in AC power mode The screen will dim when the computer is operated on battery power and you may not be able to increase the brightness of the screen Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Disclaimer CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions E use of certain external peripheral products E use of battery power instead of AC power E use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications E use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections E use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications E use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously E use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level E use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 30 C 41 F to 86 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model CPU performance may also vary from specifications due to design configuration Under some conditions your computer product may automatically shut down This is a normal protective feature designed to reduce the risk of lost data or damag
142. ters make up the numeric keypad overlay The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad Turning on the overlays The numeric keypad overlay can be used for numeric data input or cursor and page control Arrow mode To turn on the Arrow mode press Fn F10 Arrow mode indicator lights Now try cursor and page control using the keys shown in the disagram below Press Fn F10 again to turn off the overlay Numeric mode To turn on the Numeric mode press Fn F11 Numeric mode indicator lights Now try numeric data entry using the keys below Press Fn F11 again to turn off the overlay The numeric keypad overlay U S User s Manual 5 5 The Keyboard Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard without turning off the overlay 1 Hold down Fn and press any other key All keys will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type upper case characters by holding down Fn Shift and pressing a character key 3 Release Fn to continue using the overlay Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without turning it on 1 Press and hold down Fn 2 Check the keyboard indicators Pressing Fn turns on the most recently used overlay If the Numeric mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry If the Arrow mode indicator lights yo
143. that is used in this computer is equipped with a laser device A classification label with the following sentence is affixed to the surface of the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT The drive with the above label is certified by the manufacturer that the drive complies with the requirement for laser product on the date of manufacturing pursuant to article 21 of Code of Federal Regulations by the United States of America Department of Health amp Human Services Food and Drug Administration In other countries the drive is certified to comply with the requirement pursant to IEC 825 and EN60825 on class 1 laser product This computer is equipped with one of the optical drive in the following list according to the model Manufacturer Type Panasonic Communications Co LTD CD RW DVD ROM UJDA770 TOSHIBA Samsung Storage Technology CD RW DVD ROM TS L462C Hitachi LG Data Storage Inc CD RW DVD ROM GCC 4244N Panasonic Communications Co LTD DVD Super Multi UJ 841B TEAC DVD Super Multi DV W28EA Hitachi LG Data Storage Inc DVD Super Multi GSA 4082N Pioneer DVD Super Multi DVR K16 vi User s Manual International precautions E This drive employs a laser system To ensure proper use of this product please read this instruction manual carefully and retain for future reference Should the unit ever require maintenance contact an authorized
144. to be connected to the computer PC Card Slot The PC Card slot can accommodate one 5 mm PC Card Type II You can install any industry standard PC Card such as a SCSI adapter Ethernet adapter or flash memory card 2 4 User s Manual The Grand Tour Back side The following figure shows the computer back panel fa E O O 00 0 1 Modem Jack 4 Universal Serial Bus USB 2 Security Lock Ports 3 LAN Jack 5 DC IN 19V Jack The back side of the computer Modem Jack The internal modem is installed as standard equipment this jack lets you use a modular cable to connect the modem directly to a telephone line Security Lock An optional security cable attaches to this port in order to anchor your computer to a desk or other large object to deter theft adapter has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX Two indicators built into the jack let you see the LAN status Universal Serial Bus The Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 and 1 1 USB Ports compatible ports enable USB equipped devices such as keyboards mice hard drives scanners and printers to be connected to the computer a LAN Jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The BD OC DC IN 19V Jack The DC IN jack is where you plug in the AC DC IN 19V adapter User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour Underside The following fi
145. tored when any key is pressed or when there is input from a pointing device You can specify the time period in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility This feature automatically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time period Power is restored when the hard disk is accessed You can specify the time period in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility This feature automatically places the system into either Standby Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time period You can specify the time period and select either System Standby or System Hibernate in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility A ten key pad is integrated into the keyboard Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard for instructions on using the keypad overlay Two levels of password security are available Supervisor and User which can prevent unauthorized access to your computer This feature lets you save battery power You can specify the level of system power management in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility A Hotkey function which blanks the screen and activates password security to provide quick and easy data security This feature turns power to the computer off when the display panel is closed and turns it back on when the panel is opened You can specify the setting in the TOSHIBA Power Saver utility User s Manual Introduction A Utilities Low Battery
146. ts of memory to the Hard Disk Drive Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter before the save is completed Wait for the Built in Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out 2 Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in hibernation mode Data will be lost User s Manual 3 7 Getting Started Benefits of Hibernation The hibernation feature provides the following benefits E Can be configured so that data is automatically saved to the hard disk before the computer shuts down because of a low battery 3 8 User s Manual Getting Started Data save in hibernation mode When you turn off the power in hibernation mode the computer takes a moment to save current memory data to the hard disk During this time the Built in Hard Disk Drive indicator will light After the computer has saved all data to the hard disk and it has completely shutdown you can turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or devices back on immediately Wait a moment to let all capacitors fully discharge Standby mode In standby mode the power remains on but the CPU and all other devices are in sleep mode 7 E fthe computer is not used or accessed in any way including areas l such as the receipt of an e mail for approximately 15 or 30 minutes when the AC adapter is connected it will automatically enter Standby Mode This function is the default setting within t
147. u can use it for cursor and page control 3 Release Fn to return to normal keyboard operation Temporarily changing modes If the computer is in Numeric mode you can switch temporarily to Arrow mode by pressing a shift key If the computer is in Arrow mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric mode by pressing a shift key Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation But you can generate these characters using their ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Hold down Alt 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt and the ASCII character appears on the display screen With the overlay off 1 Hold Alt Fn 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code 3 Release Alt Fn and the ASCII character appears on the display screen 5 6 User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adapter and internal batteries This chapter gives details on making the most effective use of these resources including charging and changing batteries tips for saving battery power and power up modes Power conditions The computer s operating capability and battery charge status are affected by the power conditions whether an AC adapter is connected whether a battery is installed and what the charge level is for the battery Power on Power off no operation AC adapter Batte
148. ual xix Chapter 4 Operating Basics Using the Touch Pad 200 eee eee eee 4 1 Using the internal modem 00 2 2 eee 4 2 LAN oirnn a ah aerate a aa a a 4 6 Wireless LAN 0 cece dee eevee voted eee ed neniani ideat 4 7 Using optical disc drives 1 0 0 ccc 4 8 Express Media Player 0 0 20 e ee eee eee eee eee 4 13 Writing CDs on a CD RW DVD ROM drive 0 000 e eens 4 18 Writing CDs DVDs on a DVD Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer 2000 e eee eee eens 4 20 RecordNow Basic for TOSHIBA 00 0 cee eee eee 4 24 DLA for TOSHIBA sos sc05 aii ca ee a a vie Bie 4 25 When Using WinDVD Creator 2 Platinum 4 26 Media Gate iscus tesian a na weeehareee oe aed 4 29 DISKS e cts enea ween arawa wan Gee BY ee ee bo a a eee 4 29 TOU ois ack hte ee hig ew ean ae OR eee e eae 4 30 Setting up more than one display 00 cece eee eee 4 30 Cleaning the computer 002 0c e eee eee eee 4 31 Moving the computer 2 annann nrnna 4 31 Chapter5 The Keyboard Typewriter keyS esimena ruent ea da ea ee ee fete ee ee eee wees 5 1 F1 F12 function keys 00 00 cece eee 5 2 Soft keys Fn key combinations 00 00 e eee eee 5 2 Hotkeys 2st aea a i a 5 3 Windows special keyS 220 ee eee eee 5 4 Keypad overlay 200 eee ee ee 5 5 Generating ASCII characters 0 000 ee eee 5 6 Chapter6
149. ucting material such as cloth or paper If you have the drive checked by hand be ready to install the drive in the computer Your can put the hard drive through an X ray security machine but never put it through a metal detector When traveling do not place the computer in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around Do not drop your computer or subject it to other mechanical shocks Protect your computer battery and hard drive from environmental hazards such as dirt dust food liquids temperature extremes and overexposure to sunlight When you move your computer between environments with very different temperature and or humidity ranges condensation may form on or within the computer To avoid damaging the computer allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the computer When you disconnect a cable pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop not on the cable itself As you pull out the connector keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned Before you clean your computer turn if off unplug it from its power source and remove the battery Handle components with care Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges not its pins User s Manual When using telephone equipment in conjunction with your computer basic safety precautions should always be follow
150. ult your LAN administrator Standby Hibernation Problem Procedure The system will not Is Windows Media Player open The system enter Standby might not enter Standby Hibernation if Hibernation Windows Media Player is either playing a selection or finished playing a selection Close Windows Media Player before you select Standby Hibernation If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting Memory expansion Refer also to Chapter 8 memory modules Problem The computer hangs up and issues beep sounds A long leep three short beeps three short beeps and thena long beep Modem Problem Communication software can t initialize the modem You can hear a dial tone but can t make a call You place a call buta connection can t be made After making a call you can t hear a ring Communication is cut off unexpectedly A CONNECT display is quickly replaced by NO CARRIER Optional Devices for information on installing Procedure Make sure the memory module installed in the expansion slot is compatible with the computer If an incompatible module has been installed follow the steps below 1 Turn off the power 2 Disconnect the AC adapter and all peripheral devices 3 Remove the battery pack Remove the memory module 5 Replace the battery pack and or connect the AC adapter 6 Turn on the power If problems persist contact your d
151. urce In normal operating mode the Power LED is green or blue depending on the model you purchased If the system is in Standby Mode the LED will flash amber while the LED will be off when the computer is turned off or is in Hibernation Mode The Battery LED indicates the battery s current charge discharge status It lights green or blue depending on the model you purchased when the battery is fully charged It lights amber while the battery is being charged from the AC adapter It flashes amber when the battery capacity is low The Hard Disk Drive LED indicates that the hard disk drive is being accessed Every time your computer runs a program opens a file or performs some other function in which it must access the hard disk drive this light will go on The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot Access LED lights up when the Multiple Digital Media Card is accessed The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The Multiple Digital Media Card Slot allows you to use media cards from digital still cameras and various forms of portable information equipment The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased The wireless communication switch turns on the wireless networking transceiver The Wireless Communication LED beside it indicates that wireless networking is turned on The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Indicates whether the wireles
152. uter s special features utilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer and gives tips on safety and designing your work area Be sure to read the sections on setting up the operating system and on restoring the preinstalled software Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes instructions on using the following devices TouchPad the optical disc drives the internal modem LAN and wireless LAN It also provides tips on care of the computer disks and DVD CD ROMs Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hotkeys Chapter 6 Power and Power Up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources User s Manual xxiii Preface Chapter 7 HW Setup introduces you to the TOSHIBA Hardware Setup program Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly The Appendices provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify
153. what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using PrtSc E Isolate the problem Using the tools available to you such as the troubleshooting tips in this chapter try to discover the specific actions that caused the problem The questions and procedures offered in this chapter are meant as a guide they are not definitive problem solving techniques Many problems can be solved simply but a few may require help from your dealer If you find you need to consult your dealer or others be prepared to describe the problem in as much detail as possible User s Manual 9 1 Troubleshooting Preliminary checklist Consider the simplest solution first The items in this checklist are easy to fix and yet can cause what appears to be a serious problem Make sure you turn on all peripheral devices before you turn on the computer This includes your printer and any other external device you are using Before you attach an external device turn the computer off When you turn the computer back on it recognizes the new device Make sure all options are set properly in the setup program Check all cables Are they correctly and firmly attached Loose cables can cause signal errors Inspect all connecting cables for loose wires and all connectors for loose pins Check that the optical disc drive is correctly inserted Make notes of your observations
154. xt Button Previous Button Press this button to begin playing an audio CD a DVD movie or digital audio files This button also acts as a Pause button The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Stops playing the CD DVD or digital audio Also ejects a disc from the tray The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Skips forward to the next track chapter or digital file Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased Skips backwards to the previous track chapter or digital file Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details The availability of this function depends on the model you purchased If Random or Shuffle is selected in Windows Media Player selecting Next or Previous advances to a random selection Keyboard Indicators t 3 Arrow Mode T Arrow Mode gt Numeric Mode Numeric Mode Caps lock When the Arrow mode icon lights green you can use the keypad overlay light gray labeled keys as cursor keys Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard You can use the keypad overlay light gray labeled keys for numeric input when the Numeric mode icon lights green Refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour Caps Lock The Caps Lock LED lights when you p
155. ytes 93 16GB 120 0 billion bytes 111 78GB 9 5mm 2 5 hard disk drive Either Parallel ATA Ultra DMA 100 or Serial ATA 1 0 Some models are equipped with a full size CD RW DVD ROM module that lets you record data to rewritable CD CD RWs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adapter It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD Rs at up to 24 speed CD RWs at up to 24 speed This drive supports the following formats mM DVD ROM DVD Video CD R E CD RW CD DA E CD Text Photo CD single multi session CD ROM Mode1 Mode2 CD ROMXA Mode2 Form1 Form2 Enhanced CD CD EXTRA 1 6 User s Manual Introduction DVD Super Multi Some models are equipped with a full size DVD drive supporting R Super Multi drive supporting R Double Layer Double Layer module with dual layer support that lets you record data to rewritable CD DVDs as well as run either 12cm 4 72 or 8cm 3 15 CD DVDs without using an adapter It reads DVD ROMs at maximum 8 speed and CD ROMs at maximum 24 speed It writes CD Rs at up to 24 speed CD RWs at up to 10 speed DVD Rs at maximum 8 speed DVD RWs at maximum 4 speed DVD RWs at maximum 4 speed DVD Rs at maximum 8 speed DVD R double layer at maximum 2 4 speed DVD R double layer at maximum 2 speed and DVD RAM at maximum 5 speed This drive supports the same formats as the CD RW DVD ROM drive plus the following E D

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