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Toshiba NB205N330BL Laptop User Manual

1. 200222ee eee eee 3 11 Operating Basics Using the Touch Pad 00 cece eee eee eee 4 1 USB Sleep and Charge function 0 00 0 cece eee eee 4 2 TOSHIBA Disc Creator 2 0 0c c cece eee 4 4 Using the web camera 0 cece eee eee 4 6 Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application 4 7 Using the microphone 00 cece eee eee eee 4 8 Wireless communications 0 00 0 cece eee eee 4 8 LAN acted hn Sie amp scent sh Bir ee eee Sis See ees 4 11 Cleaning the computer 000020 cee eee eee eee 4 12 Moving the computer 0 2 200 ee eee eee eee 4 13 Heat dispersal ici 2 24 6 3 coed Sinaia lad ii d aa i eii aeih tes 4 14 Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection 4 14 The Keyboard Typewriter keyS 000 02 cece ee 5 1 Function keys F1 F12 0 22 2c e eee eee 5 2 Soft keys FN key combinations 0 00 cee eee eee 5 2 Hot keys mot sc ehk cee See ee hee a a aces aad i ech yaaa 5 3 Windows special keys 0 02 00 eee eee eee eee 5 6 Keypad overlay 00 eee eee 5 6 Generating ASCII characters 2 0 0 ccc eee eee eee 5 8 Power and Power up Modes Power conditions 0 0 00 c cee eens 6 1 Power indicators 00 e eee 6 2 Battery types isas tiaa a ca ne ee wise de So tse Adem eve a 6 3 Care and use of the battery pack 2 220020205 6 5 Replacing the battery pack 00 20 ceee ee
2. Zoom Pressing FN Space changes the display resolution Jen TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce Pressing FN 1 reduces the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows e e TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge Pressing FN 2 enlarges the icon size on the desktop or the font sizes within one of the supported application windows a Volume down Pressing FN 3 to decrease the volume in increments e Volume up Pressing FN 4 to increase the volume in increments FN Sticky key You can use the TOSHIBA Accessibility Utility to make the FN key sticky that is you can press it once release it and then press an F Number key To start the TOSHIBA Accessibility utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt Accessibility User s Manual 5 5 The Keyboard Windows special keys The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows Windows Start Button activates the Start menu and the other the application key has the same function as the secondary mouse button A H This key activates the Windows Start menu E This key has the same function as the secondary right mouse button Keypad overlay Your computer s keyboard does not have a separate numeric keypad but includes a numeric keypad overlay which functions like one this is located in the center of the keyboard with the relevant keys ha
3. Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that the next time it is turned on the previous state is restored Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer E Save your data While entering Hibernation Mode the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive However for safety sake it is best to save your data manually E Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode Data will be lost Benefits of Hibernation Mode The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits E Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition User s Manual 3 8 Getting Started E You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Startin
4. TOSHIBA Information Systems U K Ltd TOSHIBA Court Weybridge Business Park Addlestone Road Weybridge Surrey KT15 2UL The Rest of Europe TOSHIBA Europe I E GmbH Geschaftsbereich Deutschland Osterreich Hammfelddamm 8 D 41460 Neuss Germany User s Manual 9 15 TOSHIBA Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes CPU 1 This chapter slates the Legal Footnote s information applicable to TOSHIBA computers Central Processing Unit CPU Performance Legal Footnote CPU performance in your computer product may vary from specifications under the following conditions use of certain external peripheral products use of battery power instead of AC power use of certain multimedia computer generated graphics or video applications use of standard telephone lines or low speed network connections use of complex modeling software such as high end computer aided design applications use of several applications or functionalities simultaneously use of computer in areas with low air pressure high altitude gt 1 000 meters or gt 3 280 feet above sea level use of computer at temperatures outside the range of 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F or gt 25 C 77 F at high altitude all temperature references are approximate and may vary depending on the specific computer model please refer to your PC documentation or visit the Toshiba website at www pcsupport toshiba com for details CPU performance may also vary from
5. TOSHIBA Disc You can create CD s and DVD s in a number of Creator formats including audio CD s that can be played on a standard CD player and data CD s DVD s which can store copies of the files and folders on your computer s hard disk drive This software can be used on models with a DVD Super Multi drive To start this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator TOSHIBA eco Utility TOSHIBA eco Utility helps you monitor your power savings by showing approximate real time power consumption Furthermore it shows approximate accumulated power consumption and approximate accumulated power savings when using eco mode daily weekly and monthly You can track power savings by using eco mode continuously User s Manual 1 12 Introduction Options You can add a number of options to make your computer even more powerful and convenient to use The following options are available Memory kit PC2 5300 DDR2 667 or compatible 1GB or 2GB memory module can easily be installed in the computer Battery Pack An additional battery pack can be purchased for use as either a spare or replacement Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for futher information AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor
6. 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 Please note that some software may disable or interfere with soft key operations and that the soft key settings are not restored when the computer returns from Sleep Mode Emulating keys on an enhanced keyboard d TT naa Se Ti te aE TET B m on iS Figure 5 1 A 104 key enhanced keyboard layout This computer s keyboard is designed to provide all the features of the 104 key enhanced keyboard Since the keyboard is smaller and has fewer keys some of the enhanced keyboard functions must be simulated using two keys instead of one on the larger keyboard The FN key can be combined with the following keys to simulate functions similar to those of keys on the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard which are not on this computer s keyboard User s Manual 5 2 The Keyboard Hot keys Press FN F10 or FN F11 to access the computer s integrated keypad When activated the keys with grey markings on their bottom edge become either numeric keypad keys FN F11 or cursor control keys FN F10 Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in this chapter for more information on how to operate these keys taking care to note that the power on default for both settings i
7. s Manual 4 3 Operating Basics Power supply mode settings Your PC has multiple charging modes so that many different USB devices can be supported for USB Sleep and Charge function Typical Mode Default is suitable for a wide range of digital audio players However determining which mode is suitable for your USB device is unknown without trying Try each mode using the following procedure from Typical Mode to Alternate Mode 1 to find the suitable mode for your USB device to charge This function may not be able to be used with some connected external devices even if the appropriate mode is selected In this situation clear the USB Sleep and Charge check box and stop using this function 1 Some computers may not support all modes Battery Settings This utility can be used to specify the lower limit of remaining battery life for USB Sleep and Charge Move the slider bar to specify the lower limit If the remaining battery life falls below the setting the USB Sleep and Charge function will be stopped Unchecking the Enable under Battery Mode check box sets the utility to only charge when the AC adaptor is connected TOSHIBA Disc Creator You can use TOSHIBA Disc Creator when you connect External ODD Please be aware of the following limitations when you use the TOSHIBA Disc Creator E DVD Video cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E DVD Audio cannot be created using TOSHIBA Disc Creator E Yo
8. Controlled When you have to turn off your computer aboard an aircraft or in places where electronic devices are regulated or controlled always shut down the computer completely or put the computer into Hibernation mode instead of allowing it to go into Sleep mode Also ensure that you disable wireless communication and turn off any wireless communication devices while in Sleep mode the computer operating system may reactivate itself to run pre programmed tasks or to preserve unsaved data and might interfere with aviation or other systems possibly causing serious injury E Before entering Sleep Mode be sure to save your data E Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Sleep Mode The computer or the memory module could be damaged E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode unless the computer is connected to an AC power source Data in memory could be lost E 7o enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key FN F8 For more information see the Hot keys section in Chapter 5 E You can disable Wireless communication in BIOS Setup or HW Setup After disabling the wireless communication function confirm the Wireless communication indicator is turned off If the Wireless communication indicator is turned on the wireless communication is enabled and radio waves from the computer may affect electronic devices For details of BIOS Setup and HW Setup please refer to Chapter 7
9. Press this button to turn the computer s power on and off The power button is disabled while the display panel is closed The Touch Pad mouse control device located in the center of the palm rest is used to control the movement of the on screen pointer For more information please refer to the Using the Touch Pad section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics The control buttons located below the Touch Pad allow you to select menu items or manipulate text and graphics as designated by the on screen pointer User s Manual 2 9 The Grand Tour Keyboard indicators When the CAPS LOCK indicator glows the keyboard will produce capitals when any letter is typed 1 CAPS LOCK indicator Figure 2 8 Keypad indicators CAPS LOCK This indicator glows green when letter keys are locked into their uppercase format User s Manual 2 10 The Grand Tour AC adaptor Q The AC adaptor can automatically adjust to any voltage ranging from 100 to 240 volts volts and to a frequency of either 50 or 60 hertz enabling you to use this computer in almost any country region The adaptor converts AC power to DC power and reduces the voltage supplied to this computer To recharge the battery simply connect the AC adaptor to a power source and to the computer Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Figure 2 10 The AC adaptor 3 pin plug Depending on the model in question either a
10. enables you to move the cursor on the screen port The electrical connection through which the computer sends and receives data to and from devices or other computers Power Saver A TOSHIBA utility that lets you set the parameters for various power saving functions program A set of instructions a computer can execute that enables it to achieve a desired result See also application prompt A message the computer provides indicating it is ready for or requires information or an action from you User s Manual Glossary 11 Glossary R Radio frequency interference RFI shield A metal shield enclosing the printed circuit boards of the printer or computer to prevent radio and TV interference All computer equipment generates radio frequency signals The FCC regulates the amount of signals a computing device can allow past its shielding A Class A device is sufficient for office use Class B provides a more stringent classification for home equipment use TOSHIBA portable computers comply with Class B computing device regulations Random Access Memory RAM Volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Volatile here means that information in RAM is lost when you turn off your computer This type of memory is used for your computer s main memory See also memory Compare ROM resolution A measure of the sharpness of the images that can be produced by a printer or displayed on a screen For a printer resolution i
11. moves too fast or too slow USB mouse Problem On screen pointer does not respond to mouse operation Double clicking does not work The mouse pointer moves too fast or too slow The mouse pointer moves erratically Procedure Try changing the speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse to access the mouse control utility 2 Click the Pointer Options tab 3 Set the speed as instructed and click OK 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 sped setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse to access the mouse control utility 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 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse to access the mouse control utility 2 Click 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 9 8 Troubleshooting SD MuliMedia Card Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Pr
12. this indicator will go out The Power indicator normally glows green when the computer is turned on However if you turn the computer off into Sleep Mode this indicator will flash amber approximately two seconds on one second off both while the system is shutting down and while it remains in Sleep Mode The Battery indicator shows the condition of the battery s charge green indicates the battery is fully charged amber indicates the battery is charging and flashing amber indicates a low battery condition Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information on this feature The HDD indicator glows green whenever the computer is accessing the built in hard disk drive The Bridge media slot indicator glows green when the computer is accessing the Bridge media slot The Wireless communication indicator glows amber when the Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions are turned on Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth and Wireless LAN functions The Wireless WAN communication indicator glows or blinks blue when the Wireless WAN function is on The indicator will glow or blink in order to indicate the connection status of the Wireless WAN function A Wireless WAN module must be installed to use this function Some models are equipped with a Wireless WAN module User s Manual 2 2 The Grand Tour t Left side Arrow Lock When the Arrow indicator lights green you can use the dark gra
13. 1 Hold down ALT FN 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code of the character you require 3 Release ALT FN the ASCII character will appear on the display screen User s Manual 5 8 TOSHIBA Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The computer s power resources include the AC adaptor 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 different power conditions including whether an AC adaptor is connected whether a battery pack is installed and what the charge level is for that battery Table 6 1 Power conditions Power on Power off no operation AC Battery fully e Operates e LED Battery green and adaptor charged LED Battery green and solid on connected solid on DC IN green DC IN green Battery partially e Operates e Charge sat ie orno e Charge e LED Battery amber and garge e LED Battery amber and solid on solid on DC IN green DC IN green No battery e Operates e No charge installed No charge e LED Battery off e LED Battery off DC IN green DC IN green User s Manual 6 1 Power and Power up Modes AC adaptor not connected Battery charge is above low battery trigger point Battery charge is below low battery trigger point Batter
14. 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor power lead will be bundled with the computer Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside of this region In order to use the adaptor computer in other regions you should buy a power cord that conforms to the safety rules and regulations in that particular region Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptors specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 11 TOSHIBA Chapter 3 Getting Started l This chapter provides basic information to start using your computer It covers the following topics All users should be sure to read the section Starting up for the first time E Besure to read the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for information on the safe and proper use of this computer It is intended to help you be more comfortable and productive while using a notebook computer By following the recommendations in it you may reduce your chance of developing a painful or disabling injury to your hand arms shoulders or neck Connecting the AC adaptor Opening the display Turning on the power Starting up for the first time Turning off
15. Atleast once a month disconnect the computer from a power source and operate it on battery power until the battery pack fully discharges Before doing so follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn off the computer s power 2 Disconnect the AC adaptor and turn on the computer s power if it does not turn on then go to Step 4 3 Operate the computer on battery power for five minutes If you find that the battery pack has at least five minutes of operating time continue operating until the battery pack is fully discharged however if the Battery indicator flashes or there is some other warning to indicate a low battery condition go to Step 4 4 Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power The DC IN indicator should glow green and the Battery indicator should glow amber to indicate that the battery pack is being charged however in the event that DC IN indicator does not glow this indicates that power is not being supplied check the connections for the AC adaptor and the power cord 5 Charge the battery pack until the Battery indicator glows green E If you have extra battery packs rotate their use E If you will not be using the system for an extended period for example for more than one month remove the battery pack from the computer User s Manual 6 8 Power and Power up Modes E Disconnect the AC adaptor when the battery is fully charged overcha
16. Disc Creator 1 12 4 4 TOSHIBA support 9 14 Touch Pad 1 4 using 4 1 U USB device 1 5 USB floppy diskette drive 8 7 V Video RAM 1 3 W Web Camera 1 5 Wireless communication 4 8 indicator 4 10 Wireless LAN 1 6 4 8 Index 3
17. MultiMediaCard Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices The integrated sound system provides support for the computer s internal speakers and microphone also allowing an external microphone and headphones to be connected via the appropriate jacks Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferences using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph User s Manual 1 5 Introduction Headphone jack Microphone jack Communications LAN Bluetooth Wireless LAN This jack lets you connect speakers or a stereo headphone When you connect an external speaker or headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled A 3 5mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a three conductor mini jack for stereo microphone input and connection of a stereo device for audio input The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX Some models are equipped with Bluetooth wireless communication function which eliminates the need for cables between electronic devices such as computers and printers and mobile phones When it is enabled Bluetooth provides the wireless personal area network environment which is saf
18. Non applicable Icons 200202 eee eee eee eee 10 3 Copy Protection sacas seie ous neteuts cane See weep teens 10 3 USB Sleep and Charge 2000 ee eee eee eee 10 3 Specifications Physical Dimensions 0 0 eee eens A 1 Environmental requirements 000 eee eee eee eee A 1 Display Controller Display controller 00 eee B 1 Wireless LAN Card Specifications 00 202 e eee C 1 Radio Characteristics 0 0 cee eee eee C 1 Supported frequency sub bands 2 22002220 C 2 AC Power Cord and Connectors Certification agencies 00 cece eee D 2 Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message is displayed Glossary Index User s Manual xi TOSHIBA Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the TOSHIBA NB300 computer This powerful notebook computer provides excellent expansion capability includes multimedia functionality and is designed to provide years of reliable high performance computing This manual tells how to set up and begin using your TOSHIBA NB300 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 ntroduction and The Grand Tour chapters to familiarize yours
19. SDHC memory cards is 32GB Card Type Capacities SD 8MB 16MB 32MB 64MB 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB SDHC 4GB 8GB 16GB 32GB Memory media format New media cards are formatted according to specific standards If you wish to reformat a media card be sure to do so with a device that uses media cards Formatting an SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards are sold already formatted in conformity to specific standards If you reformat an SD SDHC memory card be sure to reformat it with a device such as digital camera or digital audio player that uses the SD SDHC memory cards not with the format command provided within Windows Should you need to format all areas of the memory card including the protected area you will need to obtain an appropriate application that applies the copy protection system User s Manual 8 3 Optional Devices Additional memory module J You can replace with an additional memory in order to increase the amount of system memory that is available This section describes how to install and remove optional memory modules E You should place a mat beneath the computer in order to prevent the computer s lid from becoming scratched or damaged when you are installing replacing the memory module In this instance you should avoid mats that are made of materials that hold or generate static electricity When installing or removing a memory module you must ensure that you do not touc
20. Setup Open the computer s display panel Press the computer s power button N 1 Power button Figure 3 5 Turning on the power Starting up for the first time The Windows 7 Welcome screen will be the first screen displayed when you turn on the power Follow the on screen instructions on each screen in order to properly install the operating system 7 When it is displayed be sure to read the Software License Terms Il carefully User s Manual 3 7 Getting Started Turning off the power The power can be turned off in one of three modes either Shut Down Mode Hibernation Mode or Sleep Mode Shut Down Mode A When you turn off the power in Shut Down Mode no data will be saved and the computer will boot to the operating system s main screen the next time it is turned on 1 Ifyou have entered data either save it to the hard disk drive or to other storage media E Make sure the Hard Disk Drive indicator is off If you turn off the power while a disk disc is being accessed you may lose data or damage the disk E Never turn off the power while an application is running Doing so could cause loss of data E Never turn off the power disconnect an external storage device or remove storage media during data read write Doing so can cause data loss 2 Click Windows Start button then click the Shut down button aina 3 Turn off any peripheral devices connected to your computer
21. Sleep and Charge Utility When USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility the USB WakeUp function does not work for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function In that case use an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or uncheck the USB Sleep and Charge check box to disable this function in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility Procedure Is Audio Player open The system might not enter sleep hibernation if Audio Player is either playing a selection or finished playing a selection Close Audio Player before you select sleep hibernation If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 12 Troubleshooting LAN Problem Cannot access LAN Wake up on LAN 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 Cannot access Wireless LAN Bluetooth For more information on wireless communication refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics Problem Cannot access Bluetooth device Procedure Check for a firm cable connection between the LAN jack and the LAN hub Make sure the AC adaptor is connected The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Procedure Make s
22. 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 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 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 i If you have already registered a password there is one way to start the computer E Enter the password manually The password is necessary if the computer was shut down in boot mode and Hibernation mode not in Sleep mode To enter a password manually follow these steps 1 Tur
23. Use reasonable care when opening and closing the display panel Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer User s Manual 3 5 Getting Started O When opening the panel please be careful not to force it beyond the point where it moves easily Be careful not to open the display panel too far as this could put stress on the display panel s hinges and cause damage Do not press or push on the display panel Do not lift the computer by the display panel Do not close the display panel with pens or any other objects left in between the display panel and the keyboard When opening or closing the display panel place one hand on the palm rest to hold the computer in place and use the other hand to slowly open or close the display panel Do not use excessive force when opening or closing the display panel User s Manual 3 6 Getting Started Turning on the power This section describes how to turn on the power the Power indicator will then indicate the status Please refer to the Monitoring of power condition section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information E After you turn on the power for the first time do not turn it off until you T have set up the operating system Please refer to the section Starting up for the first time for more information The power button is disabled while the display panel is closed Volume cannot be adjusted during Windows
24. a CAT3 cable If you are using Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T you can connect with a CAT3 or higher cable Connecting the LAN cable To connect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed below E Connect the AC adaptor before connecting the LAN cable The AC adaptor must remain connected during LAN use If you disconnect the AC Adaptor while the computer is accessing a LAN the system may hang E Do not connect any other cable to the LAN jack except the LAN cable otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur E Do not connect any power supplying device to the LAN cable that is connected to the LAN jack otherwise malfunctions or damage may occur 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 User s Manual 4 11 Operating Basics 1 LAN jack 2 LAN cable Figure 4 4 Connecting the LAN cable 3 Plug the other end of the cable into a LAN hub connector or router Check with your LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before using or configuring a network connection Disconnecting the LAN cable To disconnect the LAN cable follow the steps as detailed 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 or router in the same manner Check with your
25. can be specified in the Power Options Heat dispersal 1 To protect against overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor so that if the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing speed is lowered This can be specified in the Power Options Q g If the processor s temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with J either setting the computer will automatically shut down to prevent any damage in this instance all unsaved data in memory will be lost TOSHIBA HDD This feature which is for the hard disk drive Protection models uses the acceleration sensor built in the computer to detect vibration falls and shocks and automatically moves the hard disk drive s read write head to a safe position in order to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact Refer to the Using the Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details g The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard J disk drive will not be damaged User s Manual 1 9 Introduction Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode USB Wakeup function TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert HW Setup This feature lets you turn off the power to the computer without exiting from your software The contents of main memory are automatically saved to the hard disk drive so that when you next
26. list 1 2 E Enable Disable Wireless communication with hot key 4 10 Equipment checklist 1 1 External monitor 1 5 2 3 8 8 F FN 1 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 5 FN 2 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 5 5 FN ENTER 5 3 FN ESC Mute 5 3 FN F1 Lock 5 3 FN F10 Arrow mode 5 6 FN F11 Numeric mode 5 6 FN F12 ScrLock 5 3 FN F2 Power Plan 5 3 FN F3 Sleep 5 4 FN F4 Hibernate 5 4 FN F5 Output 5 4 FN F6 Brightness Down 5 4 FN F7 Brightness Up 5 4 FN F8 Wireless 5 4 FN F9 Touch Pad 5 5 FN space Zoom 5 5 Function keys 5 2 Index 1 H Hard disk drive automatic power off 1 8 Heat dispersal 1 9 Hibernation Mode 1 10 Hot keys 1 8 Brightness Down 5 4 Brightness Up 5 4 Hibernate 5 4 Lock 5 3 Mute 5 3 Output 5 4 Power Plan 5 3 Sleep 5 4 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility enlarge 5 5 TOSHIBA Zooming Utility reduce 5 5 Touch Pad 5 5 Wireless 5 4 Zoom 5 5 Indicators Battery 2 2 6 2 DC IN 2 2 HDD ODD eSATA 2 2 Power 2 2 K Keyboard 1 5 5 1 emulating keys on enhanced 5 2 FN Sticky key 5 5 Function keys F1 F12 5 2 Hot keys 5 3 problems 9 6 Typewriter keys 5 1 Windows special keys 5 6 Keypad overlay 1 8 5 6 arrow mode 5 6 numeric mode 5 6 temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on 5 7 User s Manual temporarily using overlay overlay off 5 7 turning on the overlays
27. sleep and charge function to charge external devices will take longer than charging the devices with their own chargers E f USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off It is recommended that you connect the AC adaptor to the computer when enabling the USB Sleep and Charge function E External devices connected to the USB bus power DC5V function that interfaces with the power ON OFF of the computer may always be in an operational state When there is a current overflow of the external devices connected to the compatible ports USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons Metal paper clips or hair pins clips will generate heat if they come into contact with USB ports Do not allow USB ports to come into contact with metal products for example when carrying the computer in your bag Starting the USB Sleep and Charge Utility To start the utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt USB Sleep and Charge You can set Typical Mode Alternate Mode Disable USB sleep and charge function also in BIOS Setup menu Please refer to Accessing HW Setup in Chapter 7 for how to start BIOS Setup Menu Enabling USB Sleep and Charge This utility can be used to enable and disable the USB Sleep and Charge function Check the USB Sleep and Charge check box In the default state this function is disabled User
28. the correct monitor you should consider using the FN F5 hot key to change the display settings Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting The hibernation and sleep feature can be used with an external monitor Simply enable hibernation and sleep and the computer will maintain the data as it is displayed on the external monitor Security lock A security locks enable you to anchor your computer to a desk or other heavy object in order to help prevent unauthorized removal or theft The computer has a security lock slot on its right side into which you can attach one end of the security cable while the other end attaches to a desk or similar object The methods used for attaching security cables differ from product to product Please refer to the instructions for the product you are using for more information User s Manual 8 8 Optional Devices Connecting the security lock In order to connect a security cable to the computer follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer so its right hand side faces you 2 Align the security cable with the lock hole and secure it in place 1 Security lock slot 2 Security lock Figure 8 5 Security lock User s Manual 8 9 TOSHIBA Chapter 9 Troubleshooting TOSHIBA designed the computer for durability However should pro
29. turn the power on again you can continue working right where you left off Refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started for more details If you have to interrupt your work you can use this feature to allow you to turn off power to the computer without exiting from your software Data is maintained in the computer s main memory so that when you next turn on the power you can continue working right where you left off This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to the USB ports For example if a mouse or USB keyboard is connected to a USB port moving the mouse keyboard will wakeup the computer The USB Wakeup function operates under Windows 7 operating system and it works for all USB ports The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor It alerts users of specific system conditions via pop up messages It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices logging the service relevant information on the computer s hard disk drive Please refer to the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor section in Appendix E The TOSHIBA HDD SSD Alert includes wizard functions to monitor the Disk Drive operating status This utility allows you to customize your hardware settings according to the way you work with the computer and the peripherals you use
30. 5 6 L LAN 1 6 4 11 cable types 4 11 connecting 4 11 disconnecting 4 12 jack 2 3 Memory 1 3 installing 8 4 kit 1 13 removing 8 6 Modem problems 9 12 Monitor automatic power off 1 8 Moving the computer 4 13 P Password power on 1 8 problems 9 6 Pointing device Touch Pad 2 9 4 1 Ports 1 5 External monitor 1 5 USB 1 5 Power conditions 6 1 Hibernation Mode 3 8 indicator 6 3 panel power on off 6 12 Shut Down mode Boot Mode 3 8 Sleep Mode 3 9 system auto off 6 12 turning off 3 8 turning on 3 7 Problems AC power 9 4 Analyzing the problem 9 2 Index 2 Battery 9 5 Bluetooth 9 13 Hard disk drive 9 7 Hardware and system checklist 9 3 Keyboard 9 6 LAN 9 13 Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO Memory Stick PRO Duo 9 10 Overheating power down 9 4 Password 9 6 Power 9 4 SD SDHC memory card miniSD microSD Card 9 9 Self test 9 3 Sound system 9 10 System start up 9 3 TOSHIBA support 9 14 Touch Pad 9 7 USB mouse 9 8 Wireless LAN 9 13 Processor 1 3 R Recovery hard disk drive 3 13 Recovery Media 3 14 Restarting the computer 3 11 S Security lock attaching 8 8 Sleep Mode 1 10 setting 3 9 System automatic 1 8 Soft keys emulating keys on enhanced keyboard 5 2 ENTER 5 3 ScrLock 5 3 Sound system 1 5 Headphone S PDIF jack 1 6 2 5 microphone 2 9 microphone jack 1 6 2 5 User s Manual T TOSHIBA ConfigFree 1 12 TOSHIBA
31. Benefits of Sleep Mode The Sleep Mode feature provides the following benefits E Restores the previous working environment more rapidly than does the Hibernation Mode feature E Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Sleep Mode feature E Allows the use of the panel power off feature Executing Sleep Mode You can also enable Sleep Mode by pressing FN F3 please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can enter Sleep Mode in one of three ways 1 Click Windows Start button point to a and then click Sleep 2 Close the display panel This feature must be enabled Refer to the Power Options in the Control Panel User s Manual 3 10 Getting Started mule 3 Press the power button This feature must be enabled Refer to the Power Options in the Control Panel When you turn the power back on you can continue where you left when you shut down the computer mm When the computer is in Sleep Mode the Power indicator will blink amber E fyou are operating the computer on battery power you can lengthen the overall operating time by turning it off into Hibernation Mode Sleep Mode will consume more power while the computer is off Sleep Mode limitations Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions E Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down E Memory circuits are expose
32. It is usually described in terms of kilobytes KB where one KB 1024 bytes megabytes MB where one MB 1024 KB and gigabytes GB where one GB 1024 MB CD An individual compact disc See also CD ROM CD R A Compact Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times See also CD ROM 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 RW A Compact Disc ReWritable 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 chassis The frame containing the computer chip A small semiconductor containing computer logic and circuitry for processing memory input output functions and controlling other chips click To press and release the pointing device s primary button without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated See also double click 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 cold start Starting a computer that is currently off turning on the power COM1 COM2 COM3 and COM4 Th
33. LAN administrator and hardware or software vendor before disconnecting from the hub Cleaning the computer To help ensure long trouble free operation keep the computer free of dust and dirt and use care with all liquids around it 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 completely in these circumstance you should get the computer inspected by an authorized service provider in order to assess the scope of any damage E Clean the plastics of the computer using a slightly water dampened cloth E You can clean the display screen by spraying a small amount of glass cleaner onto a soft clean cloth and then wiping the screen gently with the cloth User s Manual 4 12 Operating Basics Using the cleaning cloth The cleaning cloth can be used to wipe away dust and fingerprints from the keyboard and palm rest area of your computer E When wiping the keyboard palm rest and display panel do so gently without using excessive pressure E Do not use the cleaning cloth when it is dirty or wet E Do not use the cleaning cloth soaked with water detergents or volatile organic solvents It is recommended that you wash the cloth if it gets soiled using a gentle mild detergent and rinse it well Allow it to air dry completely before using it again on your computer Never spray cleaner directly onto the computer or let liquid run into
34. Legacy USB Support Use this option to enable or disable USB Legacy Emulation If your operating system does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and keyboard by setting the USB Legacy Emulation item to enabled User s Manual 7 3 HW Setup and Passwords Enabled Enables the USB Legacy Emulation Default Disabled Disables the USB Legacy Emulation LAN Wake up on LAN This feature lets the computer s power be turned on from shutdown when it receives awake up packet Magic packet from the LAN Regarding Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation you must check the Allow the device to wake the computer check box within the LAN Device properties This feafure does not affect the Wake up on LAN from sleep or hibernation Enabled Enables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Disabled Disables Wake up on LAN from shutdown Default a The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is J off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature 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 Wireless Communication Switch This feature enables or disables the Wireless Communication Switch On Enable Wireless Communication Switch function Off Disable Wireless Communication Switch function
35. Passwords Problem Some letter keys produce numbers Output to screen is garbled LCD panel Apparent LCD problems may be related to the computer s setup Refer to Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for more information Problem No display Markings appear on the LCD screen Problems above remain unresolved or other problems occur Procedure Check that the numeric keypad overlay is not selected Press FN F11 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 Press hot keys FN F5 to change the display priority to make sure it is not set for an external monitor They might have come from contact with the keyboard or touch pad Try wiping the LCD gently with a clean dry cloth If markings remain use LCD cleaner Be sure to let the LCD dry before closing it Refer to your software s documentation to determine if the software is causing the difficulty Contact your dealer if the problems continue User s Manual 9 6 Troubleshooting Hard disk drive Problem Computer does not boot from hard disk drive Slow performance Pointing device Procedure Check if a diskette is in the diskette drive or a CD DVD is in the optical disc drive Remove any diskette and or CD DVD and
36. TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt TOSHIBA NB300 series User s Manual Copyright 2009 by TOSHIBA Corporation All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of TOSHIBA No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein TOSHIBA NB300 series User s Manual First edition October 2009 Copyright authority for music movies computer programs databases and other intellectual property covered by copyright laws belongs to the author or to the copyright owner Copyrighted material can be reproduced only for personal use or use within the home Any other use beyond that stipulated above including conversion to digital format alteration transfer of copied material and distribution on a network without the permission of the copyright owner is a violation of copyright or author s rights and is subject to civil damages or criminal action Please comply with copyright laws in making any reproduction from this manual Disclaimer This manual has been validated and reviewed for accuracy The instructions and descriptions it contains are accurate for the TOSHIBA NB300 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
37. This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation User s Manual iii Contact Address TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 1697 Telephone 949 583 3000 EU Conformity Statement This product and if applicable the supplied accessories too are marked with CE and comply therefore with the applicable harmonized European standards listed under the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC and or R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Responsible for CE TOSHIBA EUROPE GMBH Hammfelddamm 8 marking 41460 Neuss Germany Manufacturer Toshiba Corporation 1 1 Shibaura 1 chome Minato ku Tokyo 105 8001 Japan The complete official EU CE Declaration can be obtained on following internet page http epps toshiba teg com Regulatory and agency labels may be located on the computer bottom or under battery VCCI Class B Information CORBIL SIAZABIARRiNRE CT COREIA KER CE FAY SZ Cee ABMWELTUETAS CDBBMIVAPTLE VAY Seis elie CH ASNSK SSeS SHOTCEMHVET Ayia AAS IGE gt TIELL ERY IRUSLTCIESLY VCCI B User s Manual iv Canadian regulatory information Canada only This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications Note tha
38. To access BIOS setup menu press F2 when booting up the computer User s Manual 7 4 TOSHIBA Chapter 8 Optional Devices J Optional devices can expand the computer s capabilities and its versatility This chapter describes the connection or installation of the following devices To connect optional devices such as USB device or External monitor to the computer be sure to check the shape and orientation of the connector before connecting Cards memory E Bridge media slot Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E MultiMediaCard E Additional memory module Power devices E Battery packs E Universal AC Adaptor Peripheral devices E USB floppy diskette drive USB optical disc drive E External monitor Other E Security lock User s Manual 8 1 Optional Devices Bridge media slot J The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodate some kinds of memory media with various memory capacities so that you can easily transfer data from devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants E Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or Keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury E This Bridge media slot supports the follow
39. User s Manual Introduction TOSHIBA Value Added Package TOSHIBA Flash Cards TOSHIBA Power Saver TOSHIBA Zooming Utility TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool The TOSHIBA Flash Cards provide a quick way to modify selected system functions and to launch applications E Hot key function E TOSHIBA utility launcher function TOSHIBA Power Saver provides you with the features of more various power supply managements This utility allows you to enlarge or reduce the icon size on the Windows Desktop or the zoom factor associated with specific supported applications The TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool will display basic system configuration information and allow the functionality of some of the computer s built in hardware devices to be tested User s Manual Introduction Utilities and Applications This section describes the pre installed utilities that come with the computer and details how to start them For further information on their operation please refer to each utility s online manual help files or README TXT file TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA ConfigFree is a suite of utilities that improve the ease and control of communication devices and network connections help in the identification of communication problems and allow the creation of profiles if you need to switch between different locations and communication networks To access this utility click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt ConfigFree
40. Windows 7 is available Refer to the preinstalled Software section at the front of this chapter A number of utilities and drivers are preinstalled to make your computer more convenient to use Refer to the Utilities and Applications section in this chapter When you connect an external device to the computer or when you install a component Plug and Play capability enables the system to recognize the connection and make the necessary configurations automatically User s Manual 1 7 Introduction Special features The following features are either unique to TOSHIBA computers or are advanced features which make the computer more convenient to use Access each function using the following procedures 1 To access the Power Options click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys Monitor automatic power off 4 HDD automatic power off System automatic Sleep Hibernation Mode 1 Keypad overlay Power on password Instant security Intelligent power supply Hot keys are specific key combinations that let you quickly change the system configuration directly from the keyboard without running a system program This feature automatically cuts off power to the computer s display panel when there is no keyboard input for a specified time with power being restored the next time a key is pressed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature autom
41. a long time E A cool battery is installed in a warm computer User s Manual 6 6 Power and Power up Modes In such cases you should follow the steps as detailed below 1 2 3 Fully discharge the battery by leaving it in the computer with the power on until the system automatically turns itself off Connect the AC adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack of the computer and to a wall outlet that is supplying power Charge the battery until the Battery indicator glows green Repeat these steps two or three times until the battery recovers normal capacity Monitoring battery capacity Remaining battery power can be monitored in Power Options E You should wait at least 16 seconds after turning on the computer before trying to monitor the remaining operating time This is because the computer needs this time to check the battery s remaining capacity and then calculate the remaining operating time based on this together with the current power consumption Please be aware that the actual remaining operating time may differ slightly from the calculated time With repeated discharges and recharges the battery s capacity will gradually decrease In view of this it will be noted that an often used older battery will not operate for as long as a new battery even when both are fully charged Maximizing battery operating time A battery s usefulness depends on how long it can supply power on a single charge while
42. a thumbnail of recorded file and click this button to delete this file from hard disk Click to start recording One more to stop recording and see preview of the video in preview area Choose resolution for Preview Capture and Record Open Capture Settings dialog box Chooses from the Basic tab to select photo and video saving location select Capture Format and Video Quality User s Manual 4 7 Operating Basics Using the microphone You can use the built in or an external microphone that connects to the microphone jack to record sounds into your applications It can also be used to issue voice commands to applications that support such functions Since your computer has a microphone and speaker feedback may be heard under certain conditions Feedback occurs when sound from the speaker is picked up in the microphone and amplified back to the speaker which amplifies it again to the microphone This feedback occurs repeatedly and causes a very loud high pitched noise It is a common phenomenon that occurs in any sound system when the microphone input is output to the speaker throughput and the speaker volume is too loud or too close to the microphone You can control throughput by adjusting the volume of your speaker or through the Mute function in the Master Volume panel Refer to your Windows documentation for details on using the Master Volume panel Wireless communications The computer s wireless commu
43. able Indicator glows Wireless communication is set to on Wireless LAN or Bluetooth is turned on by an application If you used the Task Bar to disable Wireless LAN functionality restart the computer or follow the procedures below to enable the system to recognize Wireless LAN Click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System gt Device Manager gt Network adaptors and right click the wireless device then choose Enable User s Manual 4 10 Operating Basics LAN J The computer has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits 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 a memory module while Wake up on LAN is enabled E The Wake up on LAN function consumes power even when the system is off Leave the AC adaptor connected while using this feature E The Link speed 10 100 megabits per second changes automatically depending on the network conditions connected device cable or noise and so on LAN cable types 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 Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX be sure to connect with a CAT5 cable or higher You cannot use
44. access your system eavesdrop or cause the loss or destruction of stored data E TOSHIBA is not liable for the loss of data due to eavesdropping or illegal access through the wireless LAN and the damage thereof Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology eliminates the need for cables between your PC and other electronic devices for example printers and mobile phones You cannot use the computer s built in Bluetooth functions and an external Bluetooth adaptor simultaneously For reference Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features Worldwide operation The Bluetooth radio transmitter and receiver operate in the 2 4GHz band which is license free and compatible with radio systems in most countries in the world Radio links You can easily establish links between two or more devices with these links being maintained even if the devices are not within a line of sight of each other Security Two advanced security mechanisms ensure a high level of security E Authentication prevents access to critical data and makes it impossible to falsify the origin of a message E Encryption prevents eavesdropping and maintains link privacy User s Manual 4 9 Operating Basics Enable Disable Wireless communication with hot key You can enable or disable Wireless communication Wireless LAN Bluetooth functions with hot keys FN F8 No transmissions are sent or received when wireless co
45. ack enables connection of stereo headphones or other device for audio output When you connect headphones the internal speaker is automatically disabled A standard 3 5 mm mini microphone jack enables connection of a microphone or other device for audio input Two Universal Serial Bus ports which comply with the USB 2 0 standard are provided on the right side of the computer The AC adaptor connects to this jack in order to power the computer and charge its internal batteries Please note that you should only use the model of AC adaptor supplied with the computer at the time of purchase using the wrong AC adaptor can cause damage to the computer A security cable can be attached to this slot and then connected to a desk or other large object in order to deter theft of the computer User s Manual 2 5 The Grand Tour Back side Figure 2 5 shows the computer s back side Figure 2 5 The computer s back side Underside The following figure shows the underside of the computer You should ensure that the display is closed before the computer is turned over to avoid causing any damage 1 Battery safety lock 2 Speaker 3 Memory module slot 4 Battery release latch 5 Battery pack Figure 2 6 The underside of the computer Battery safety lock Slide this latch into its Unlock position in order to gt release the battery pa
46. al 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 your diskette is correctly inserted and that the diskette s write protect tab is correctly set Make notes of your observations 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 diskette 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 icons light Which ones What color are they Do they stay on or bl
47. ance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures E Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna E Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected E Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment Operation with non compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by TOSHIBA is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception Shielded cables must be used between the external devices and the computer s external monitor port Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 ports and microphone jack Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by TOSHIBA or parties authorized by TOSHIBA could void the user s authority to operate the equipment FCC conditions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2
48. any part of it Never use harsh or caustic chemical products to clean the computer Moving the computer While the computer is designed for rugged durability you should exercise a few simple precautions when moving it in order to help ensure trouble free operation E Make sure all disk activity has ended before moving the computer check that the HDD and other indicators on the front of the computer are off E Turn off shut down the computer E Disconnect the AC adaptor and all peripherals before moving the computer E Close the display panel E Do not pick up the computer by its display panel E Before carrying your computer shut it down disconnect the AC adaptor and allow it to cool down a failure to follow this instruction may result in minor heat injury E Be careful not to subject the computer to impact or shock a failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to the computer computer failure or loss of data E Always use a Suitable carry case when transporting the computer E When carrying your computer be sure to hold it securely so that it does not fall or hit anything E Do not carry your computer by holding any of its protruding elements User s Manual 4 13 Operating Basics Heat dispersal To protect from overheating the processor has an internal temperature sensor If the computer s internal temperature rises to a certain level the cooling fan is turned on or the processing
49. atically cuts off power to the hard disk drive when it is not accessed for a specified time with power being restored when the hard disk drive is next accessed This can be specified in the Power Options This feature automatically shuts down the system into either Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode when there is no input or hardware access for a specified time This can be specified in the Power Options A ten key numeric keypad is integrated into the keyboard Please refer to the Keypad overlay section in Chapter 5 The Keyboard for information on using this feature Two levels of password security supervisor and user are available to prevent unauthorized access to your computer A specific hot key function automatically locks the system providing data security A microprocessor in the computer s intelligent power supply detects the battery s charge automatically calculates the remaining battery capacity and protects electronic components from abnormal conditions such as a voltage overload from the AC adaptor This can be specified in the Power Options 1 8 Introduction Battery save mode This feature lets you configure the computer in order to save battery power This can be specified in the Power Options Low battery When battery power is exhausted to the point that automatic computer operation cannot be continued the Hibernation Mode system automatically enters Hibernation Mode and shuts itself down This
50. ber of colors that can be displayed on screen Software written for a given video mode will run on any computer that sup ports the mode Some of display modes might not be supported depending on the external monitor which you use J If you are running some application for example a 3D application or video J playback and so on you may notice some disturbance flickering or frame dropping on your screen If that occurs adjust the resolution of display lowering it until the screen is displayed properly User s Manual B 1 TOSHIBA Appendix C Wireless LAN This appendix is intended to help you get your Wireless LAN network up and running with a minimum of parameters Card Specifications Form Factor Mini Card E JEEE 802 11 Standard for Revision b g and n Wireless LANs H Wi Fi Wireless Fidelity certified by the Wi Fi Alliance The Wi Fi CERTIFIED logo is a certification mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Compatibility E CSMA CA Collision Avoidance with Media Access Acknowledgment ACK Protocol Radio Characteristics Radio characteristics of Wireless LAN cards may vary according to E Country region where the product was purchased E Type of product Wireless communication is often subject to local radio regulations Although Wireless LAN wireless networking products have been designed for operation in the license free 2 4 GHz local radio regulations may impose a number of limitations to t
51. blems 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 what actions you performed immediately before the problem occurred If you have a printer attached print a copy of the screen using the PRTSC Print Screen key 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 extern
52. check the Boot priority settings Refer to Chapter 7 Boot Priority section There may be a problem with your operating system files Refer to your operating system documentation The files on the hard disk drive may be fragmented in this instance you should run the disk defragmentation utility to check the condition of your files and the hard disk drive Please refer to the operating system s documentation or online Help File for further information on operating and using the defragmentation utility As a last resort you should reformat the hard disk drive and then reload the operating system and all other files and data If you are still unable to resolve the problem contact your reseller dealer or service provider 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 Touch Pad operation Double tapping does not work 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 Try changing the double click speed setting in the mouse control utility 1 Click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Mouse to access the mouse control utility 2 Click the Buttons tab 3 Set the Double click speed as instructed and click OK User s Manual 9 7 Troubleshooting Problem The mouse pointer
53. ching any metal parts Never place your computer or AC adaptor on a wooden surface furniture or any other surface that could be marred by exposure to heat since the computer base and AC adaptor s surface increase in temperature during normal use Always place your computer or AC adaptor on a flat and hard surface that is resistant to heat damage Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions User s Manual 3 3 Getting Started 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adaptor Figure 3 2 Connecting the power cord to the AC adaptor 3 pin plug F Either a 2 pin or 3 pin adaptor cord will be included with the computer J depending on the model 2 Connect the AC adaptor s DC output plug to the DC IN 19V jack on the right side of the computer Figure 3 3 Connecting the adaptor 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 34 Getting Started Opening the display The display panel can be opened to a wide range of angles for optimal viewing While holding down the palm rest with one hand so that the main body of the computer is not raised slowly lift the display panel this will allow the angle of the display panel to be adjusted to provide optimum clarity 1 Display panel Figure 3 4 Opening the display AJ
54. ck ready for removal Speaker The speaker emits sound generated by your software as well as audio alarms such as low battery condition generated by the system User s Manual 2 6 The Grand Tour T c Memory module slot Battery release latch Battery pack The memory module slot is located here The memory module slot allows for the replacement with an additional memory module Please refer to the Additional memory module section in Chapter 8 Optional Devices for more information Slide and hold this latch into its Unlock position in order to release the battery pack ready for removal For more detailed information on removing the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes The battery pack provides power to the computer when the AC adaptor is not connected For more detailed information on the use and operation of the battery pack please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes User s Manual 2 7 The Grand Tour Front with the display open This section shows the computer with the display panel open In order to open the display lift the display panel up and position it at a comfortable viewing angle for you o 9 o N jaraan OQ A z D 0 1 Microphone 2 Web Camera LED 3 Web Camera 4 Display Screen 5 Power Button 6 Keyboard 7 Touch Pad 8 Touch Pad control buttons 9 Wireless LAN antenna Not shown Wireless WAN ant
55. creen or in the indicator panel In Windows an icon represents an object that the user can manipulate 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 instruction Statements or commands that specify how to perform a particular task interface 1 Hardware and or software components of a system used specifically 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 interrupt request A signal that gives a component access to the processor User s Manual Glossary 8 Glossary 1 0 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 IrDA 1 1 An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps K K Taken from the Greek word kilo meaning 1000 often used as equivalent to 1024 or 2 raised to the 10th power See also byte and kilobyte keyboard An
56. ct it and let it cool before moving it Do not lay the AC adaptor on a material that is sensitive to heat as the material could become damaged User s Manual xvi General Precautions Pressure or impact damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the computer or subject it to any form of strong impact as this can damage the computer s components or otherwise cause it to malfunction Mobile phones Please be aware that the use of mobile phones can interfere with the audio system The operation of the computer will not be impaired in any way but it is recommended that a minimum distance of 30cm is maintained between the computer and a mobile phone that is in use Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort All important information on the safe and proper use of this computer is described in the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort Be sure to read it before using the computer User s Manual xvii TOSHIBA Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter provides an equipment checklist and it identifies the computer s features options and accessories f N Some of the features described in this manual may not function properly if you use an operating system that was not pre installed by TOSHIBA Equipment checklist Carefully unpack your computer taking care to save the box and packaging materials for future use Hardware Check to make sure you have all the following items E TOSHIBA NB300 Portable P
57. d au aaa aa aa a i a aa i ayaa E xvii Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort xvii Introduction Equipment checklist 0 00 eee eee eee 1 1 FO ature aii coe diced cies Meares aiden nes weet a en aac ae bar 1 3 Special features 00 eee 1 8 TOSHIBA Value Added Package 0 cece eee eee eees 1 11 Utilities and Applications 20 20 2 eee 1 12 OPTIONS Danun a a etre ad eect ca caesar ecw 1 13 The Grand Tour Front with the display closed 2 22200eeeeee 2 1 System indicators 0 i aaea a e yi eee 2 1 Left Side isin cal a sates Monies Aine ne wears Sam a a aaa Se a e 2 3 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 User s Manual Right Sid ec oes es oa eo Be ee eles ee ae ee ee ee 2 5 Back side isi ieee ee ee eee bed ee ee ee ee wee 2 6 Underside o cic ied eee ete eevee et ene ed ete ee eee ee ae 2 6 Front with the display open 2 2002e eee ee eee 2 8 AG adaptor ie isevrn eu ie wend ote e saad ae 6 ee ed ete 2 11 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor 22200 eee eee eee 3 3 Opening the display 2 20 c ee eee eee 3 5 Turning on the power 2200 eee eee eee 3 7 Starting up for the first time 20022200 ee eee 3 7 Turning off the power 200 cee eee eee 3 8 Restarting the computer 2002 22 eee eee eee eee 3 11 System Recovery Options
58. d to static electricity or electrical noise Restarting the computer Certain conditions require that you reset the computer for example if E You change certain computer settings E An error occurs and the computer does not respond to your keyboard commands If you need to restart the computer there are two ways this can be achieved 1 Click Start then click the arrow button a and select Restart from the menu 2 Press CTRL ALT and DEL simultaneously once to display the menu window then click th arrow button in the lower right corner of the screen then select Restart 3 Press the power button and hold it down for five seconds Once the computer has turned itself off wait between ten and fifteen seconds before turning the power on again by pressing the power button System Recovery Options A hidden partition is allocated on the hard disk drive for the System Recovery Options This partition stores files which can be used to repair the system in the event of a problem The System Recovery Options feature will be unusable if this partition is deleted User s Manual 3 11 Getting Started System Recovery Options 1 The System Recovery Options feature is installed on the hard disk when shipped from the factory The System Recovery Options menu includes tools to repair startup problems run diagnostics or restore the system See the Windows Help and Support content for more information about Startu
59. device does not Check for a firm cable connection between the work 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 you are using an operating system that does not support USB you can still use a USB mouse and or USB keyboard If these devices do not work make sure the USB KB Mouse Legacy Emulation item in HW Setup is set to Enabled If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 10 Troubleshooting USB Sleep and Charge function Problem cannot use the USB Sleep and Charge function The battery depletes quickly even when have turned OFF the power of the computer Procedure The setting of USB Sleep and Charge function may be disabled Check the USB Sleep and Charge check box to enable this function in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility When there is a current overflow of the external device connected to the compatible port USB bus power DC5V supply may be stopped for safety reasons If this happens disconnect the external device if one is connected After that turn the power of the computer ON OFF to restore the function If this function can not be still used even if only one external device is connected stop using the external device because its current is over the acceptable value of this computer Some external devices may not be abl
60. discrepancies between the computer and the manual Trademarks IBM is a registered trademark and IBM PC is a trademark of International Business Machine Corporation Intel Intel Atom are registered trademarks or trademarks of Intel Corporation Microsoft Windows and Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation DirectX ActiveDesktop DirectShow and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Adobe is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by its proprietor and used by TOSHIBA under license ConfigFree is a trademark of TOSHIBA Corporation Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Secure Digital and SD are trademarks of the SD Card Association User s Manual MultiMediaCard and MMC are trademarks of the MultiMediaCard Association Other trademarks and registered trademarks not listed above may be used in this manual FCC information FCC notice Declaration of Conformity Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accord
61. e and trustworthy that is quick and easy to use Some models are equipped with a Wireless LAN module that is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE 802 11 Standard a E The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over J which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed E 7o enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key FN F8 For more information see the Hot keys section in Chapter 5 Legal Footnote Wireless LAN 7 For more information regarding Wireless LAN please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the 7 above User s Manual 1 6 Introduction Security Security lock slot Software Allows the connection of a security lock to anchor the computer to a desk or other large object The computer s internal display panel supports high resolution video graphics and can be set to a wide range of viewing angles for maximum comfort and readability Operating system TOSHIBA Utilities Plug and Play
62. e 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 disk storage Storing data on magnetic disk Data is arranged on concentric tracks much like a phonograph record display A CRT LCD or other image producing device used to view computer output documentation The set of manuals and or other instructions written for the users of a computer system or application Computer system documentation typically includes procedural and tutorial information as well as system functions double click To press and release the pointing device s primary button rapidly twice without moving the pointing device In the Windows operating system this refers to the pointing device s left button unless otherwise stated 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 An individual digital versatile or video disc See also DVD ROM DVB T Digital Video Broadcasting Terrestrial Also known as terrestrial digital TV Digital TV broadcasting standard DVD R R R A Digital Versatile Disc Recordable disc can be written once and read many times The DVD R drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD RAM A Digital Versatile Di
63. e eee 6 9 TOSHIBA Password Utility 00 cece eee 6 12 Power up mModes 02 eee eee eee 6 13 ix Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Appendix D User s Manual HW Setup and Passwords AW Setup ni Pia es delete deta ee a ea dete etd red ites ee 7 1 Accessing HW Setup 2220 cece eee eee eee 7 1 HW Setup Window 00 c cece eee eee 7 1 Optional Devices Bridge media Slot 1 0 0 cece eeee eee 8 2 Additional memory module 0c e eee eee ees 8 4 Battery PackS oncon nnsa dad Gees di ede ee eee eee 8 7 Universal AC Adaptor 002 200 e eee eee ee 8 7 USB floppy diskette drive 000 02 eee eee eee 8 7 USB optical disc drive 0 0 ccc eee 8 7 External monitor 1 0 0 0 cee eee eee 8 8 Security lock 0 ccc eee eee 8 8 Troubleshooting Problem solving process 22000e eee eee eee eee 9 1 Hardware and system checklist 0000e eee eens 9 3 TOSHIBA support 2 2 20 ec ee 9 14 Legal Footnotes CPU Few wtedtes ean et oe Mees renee SEG Eee ew ones 10 1 Memory Main System 2 000 cee eee 10 2 Battery Life F aaas esas aiaa oh bes wee dee eee ee eden ceed 10 2 HDD drive capacity 4 0 00 eee ee 10 2 ECDC ES a E estes E ache ay hie ahaa ayes ae E aces 10 3 Graphics Processor Unit GPU 2220005 10 3 Wireless LAN 7 2 0 0 cece eee eee eee 10 3
64. e names assigned to the serial and communication ports commands Instructions you enter at the terminal keyboard that direct the actions of the computer or its peripheral devices 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 ability of one device to connect to or communicate with another system or component User s Manual Glossary 4 Glossary components Elements or parts of a system which make up the whole system Composite Video YUV A standard video signal used to transmit images e g from a VCR to a TV computer program A set of instructions written for a computer that enable it to achieve a desired result computer system A combination of hardware software firmware and peripheral components assembled to process data into useful information 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 BIOS Setup program to control your system configuration controller Built in hardware and software that controls the functions of a specific internal or peripheral device e g keyboard controller co processor A circuit built into the processor that is dedicated to intensive math calculations CPU Central Processing Unit The portion of the compu
65. e to use the USB Sleep and Charge function In this case please try one or more of the following methods E Change the Power supply mode settings in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility E Turn OFF the computer while external devices are connected If this function can not be still used uncheck the USB Sleep and Charge check box in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility and stop using the function If USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled the computer s battery will discharge during hibernation or when the computer is turned off Connect the AC adaptor to the computer or uncheck the USB Sleep and Charge check box to disable this function in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility User s Manual 9 11 Troubleshooting Problem External devices connected to the compatible ports do not work The USB WakeUp function does not work Sleep Hibernation Problem The system will not enter sleep hibernation Procedure Some external devices may not work when connected to a compatible port when the USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled in the TOSHIBA USB Sleep and Charge Utility Reconnect the external device after turning ON the computer If the external device still does not work connect the device to an USB port that does not have the USB Sleep and Charge function compatible icon 4 or uncheck the USB Sleep and Charge check box to disable this function in the TOSHIBA USB
66. electronics IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IO input output IrDA Infrared Data Association IRQ interrupt request KB kilobyte LAN local area network LCD liquid crystal display LED light emitting diode MB megabyte MMC multi media card OCR optical character recognition reader PCB printed circuit board PCI peripheral component interconnect RAM random access memory RGB red green and blue ROM read only memory RTC real time clock S P DIF Sony Philips Digital Interface Format SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory SLI Scalable Link Interface SO DIMM small outline dual in line memory module TFT thin film transistor UART universal asynchronous receiver transmitter USB Universal Serial Bus VESA Video Electronic Standards Association VGA video graphics array XGA extended graphics array A adaptor A device that provides a compatible connection between two units For example the computer s internal display adapter receives information from the software and translates it into images on the screen An adapter can take a number of forms from a microprocessor to a simple connector An intelligent adapter one that is capable of doing some processing may also be called a controller alphanumeric Keyboard characters including letters numbers and other symbols such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols alternating current AC Electric current that reverse
67. elf 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 read the Special features section of the Introduction to learn about features that are uncommon or unique to this computer and carefully read HW Setup and Passwords If you are going to connect external devices such as a printer be sure to read Chapter 8 Optional Devices Manual contents This manual is composed of the following chapters appendixes a glossary and an index Chapter 1 ntroduction is an overview of the computer s features capabilities and options Chapter 2 The Grand Tour identifies the components of the computer and briefly explains how they function Chapter 3 Getting Started provides a quick overview of how to begin operating your computer Chapter 4 Operating Basics includes tips on care of the computer and on using the Touch Pad the web camera the microphone wireless communication and LAN User s Manual xii Preface Chapter 5 The Keyboard describes special keyboard functions including the keypad overlay and hot keys Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes gives details on the computer s power resources and battery save modes Chap
68. endix D AC Power Cord and Connectors Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor User s Manual TOSHIBA Appendixes 1 Specifications TOSHIBA Appendix A This appendix summarizes the computer s technical specifications Physical Dimensions Size With 3 cell Battery With 6 cell Battery 266 w x 192 3 d X 24 2 front x 30 8 rear millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body 266 w x 192 3 d X 24 2 front x 36 4 rear millimeters not including parts that extend beyond the main body Environmental requirements Ambient temperature Relative humidity non condensing Altitude from sea level Operating Non operating 5 C 41 F to 35 C 95 F 20 C 4 F to 60 C 140 F 20 to 80 10 to 90 0 to 3 000 meters O to 10 000 meters User s Manual A 1 Power Requirements AC adaptor Computer 100 240 volts AC 50 or 60 hertz cycles per second 19V DC User s Manual A 2 TOSHIBA Appendix B Display Controller Display controller The display controller interprets software commands into hardware com mands that turn particular pixels on or off A high resolution external monitor connected to the computer can display up to 1400 horizontal and 1050 vertical pixels at up to 16M colors The display controller also controls the video mode which uses industry standard rules to govern the screen resolution and the maximum num
69. enna for some models Not shown Appearance of the Keyboard may be different among models Figure 2 7 The front of the computer with display open User s Manual 2 8 The Grand Tour Microphone Web Camera LED Web Camera Display screen Power button Touch Pad Touch Pad control buttons A built in microphone allows you to import and record sounds for your application please refer to the Sound system section in Chapter 4 Operating Basics for more information The Web Camera LED glows blue when the Web Camera is working Web Camera is a device that allows you to record video or take photographs with your computer You can use it for video chatting or video conferencing using a communication tool such as Windows Live Messenger TOSHIBA Web Camera Application will help you to add various video effects to your video or photograph Enables the transmission of video and use of video chat via the internet using specialized applications Ensure that you remove the protective plastic film that covers the Web Camera before using it Please be aware that when the computer is operating on the AC adaptor the image displayed on the internal screen will be somewhat brighter than when it operates on battery power This difference in brightness levels is intended to save power when operating on batteries For more information on the computer s display please refer to the Display Controller section in Appendix B
70. equired by local ordinances or regulations When this error appears the following action is recommended 1 Connect the AC adaptor and let the battery charge for 24 hours 2 Press F2 to enter BIOS setup menu 3 Set correct time and date JN If you still see the error message after performing the above actions please contact your TOSHIBA service representative User s Manual 6 4 Power and Power up Modes Care and use of the battery pack i The battery pack is a vital component of portable computing and as such taking proper care of it will help ensure a longer operating time on battery power as well as deliver a longer life for your battery pack The instructions detailed in this section will help to ensure safe operation and maximum performance Refer to the enclosed Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort for detailed precautions and handling instructions 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 E Keep the battery pack out of reach of infants and children It can cause injury E The battery pack is lithium ion battery which can explode if not replaced used handled or disposed of properly Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Use only batteries recommended by TOSHIBA as replacements E Charge the bat
71. er cords must be VDE type HO5VVH2 F or HO3VVH2 F while three conductorsbe VDE type HO5VV F For the United States and Canada two pin plug configuration must be 2 15P 250V or 1 15P 125V while three pin be 6 15P 250V or 5 15P 125V as designated in the U S National Electrical code handbook and the Canadian Electrical Code Part II The following illustrations show the plug shapes for USA Australia Can ada United Kingdom Europe and China User s Manual D 2 USA United Kingdom UL approved BS approved Australia Europe AS approved Approved by the appropriate agency Canada China CSA approved CCC approved D 3 TOSHIBA Appendix E TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software program monitors computer system functions such as power consumption the cooling system and HDD Drop sensor It alerts users of specific system conditions via pop up messages It also tracks the usage of the computer and related devices logging the service relevant information on the computer s hard disk drive E The collected information includes device operation time and number of actuations or status changes i e number of power button and FN key combination uses AC adaptor battery LCD fan HDD sound volume wireless communication switch TOSHIBA Express Port Replicator and USB information date of initial system use and also computer and device usage i e powe
72. ersonal Computer AC adaptor and power cord 2 pin plug or 3 pin plug E Battery pack User s Manual 1 1 Introduction Software The following Windows operating system and utility software are pre installed Windows 7 Bluetooth Driver Display Drivers for Windows TOSHIBA HWSetup TOSHIBA Supervisor Password LAN Driver Pointing Device Driver Sound Driver for Windows Wireless LAN Driver Can be used only for Wireless LAN models TOSHIBA Disc Creator TOSHIBA Recovery Media Creator TOSHIBA ConfigFree TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor TOSHIBA Assist TOSHIBA eco Utility Online Manual E TOSHIBA NB300 series User s Manual This manual Documentation TOSHIBA NB300 Series User Information Guide Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort If any of the items are missing or damaged contact your dealer immediately User s Manual 1 2 Introduction Features This computer incorporates the following features and benefits Processor Built in Your computer is equipped with one processor and processor type varies depending on model To check which type of processor is included in your model open the TOSHIBA PC Diagnostic Tool Utility by clicking Start gt All programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Diagnostic Tool Legal Footnote CPU 1 For more information on the CPU please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the 1 above Chipset Chipset Intel NM10 Express C
73. es per second See also hertz User s Manual Glossary 9 Glossary memory Typically refers to the computer s main memory where programs are run and data is temporarily stored and processed Memory can be volatile and hold data temporarily such as RAM or it can be nonvolatile and hold data permanently such as ROM A computer s main memory is RAM See RAM ROM menu A software interface that displays a list of options on the screen Also called a screen microprocessor A hardware component contained in a single integrated circuit that carries out instructions Also called the central processing unit CPU one of the main parts of the computer mode A method of operation for example the Shut Down Mode Sleep 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 motherboard A name sometimes used to refer to the main printed circuit board in processing equipment It usually contains integrated circuits that perform the processor s basic functions and provides connectors for adding other boards that perform special functions MP3 An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real ti
74. eys on the IBM keyboard change some configuration options stop program execution and access the numeric keypad overlay software The set of programs procedures and related documentation associated with a computer system Specifically refers to computer programs that direct and control the computer system s activities See also hardware stop bit One or more bits of a byte that follow the transmitted character or group codes in asynchronous serial communications synchronous Having a constant time interval between successive bits characters or events system disk A diskette that contains the operating system files needed to start the computer Any diskette can be formatted as a system disk A system disk is also called a bootable disk boot disk or a startup disk Compare non 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 Touch Pad A pointing device integrated into the TOSHIBA computer palm rest U USB 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 volatile memory Ra
75. g Hibernation Mode F You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN F4 please refer I to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details To enter Hibernation Mode follow the steps below 1 Click Windows Start button 2 Point to a 3 Select Hibernate Automatic Hibernation Mode The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically In order to define these settings you can follow the steps as described below 1 Open the Control Panel 2 Open System and Security and open Power Options 3 Select Choose what the power button does 4 Enable the desired hibernation settings for When I press the power button and When I close the lid 5 Click the Save changes button Data save in Hibernation Mode When you turn off the power in Hibernation Mode the computer will take a moment to save the current data in memory to the hard disk drive During this time the Hard Disk Drive indicator will glow After you turn off the computer and the content of memory has been saved to the hard disk drive turn off the power to any peripheral devices Do not turn the computer or peripheral devices back on immediately wait a short period to avoid any potential damage Sleep Mode In Sleep mode the power remains on but the processor and all other devices are in Sleep mode User s Manual 3 9 Getting Started J Turning Off Your Computer where Electronic Devices are Regulated or
76. h any other internal areas of the computer Use only memory modules approved by TOSHIBA Do not try to install or remove a memory module under the following conditions The computer is turned on The computer was shut down in either Sleep or Hibernation Mode Wake up on LAN is enabled The wireless communication is enabled o 2959 USB Sleep and Charge function is enabled Be careful not to let screws or other foreign matter fall into the computer It could cause malfunction or electric shock Additional memory modules are precision electronic components that may be fatally damaged by static electricity Since the human body can carry static electricity it is important that you discharge yourself before touching or installing any additional memory modules To discharge your body s static electricity simply touch any metal close to you with bare hands Turn off the power and disconnect the AC adaptor when installing or replacing a memory module If you use the computer for an extended period of time the memory modules and the circuits located close to the memory modules will become hot Allow then to cool to room temperature before you replace them Installing a memory module To install a memory module 1 Shut down the computer make sure the Power indicator is off refer to the Turning off the power section in Chapter 3 Getting Started if required Remove the AC adaptor and all cables and peripherals connected t
77. he use of wireless communication equipment 3 Refer to the sheet Information to the User for regulatory information that J may apply in your country region User s Manual C 1 R F Frequency E Band 2 4 GHz 2400 2483 5 MHz Revision b g and n The range of the wireless signal is related to the transmit rate of the wire less communication Communications at lower transmit range may travel larger distances E The range of your wireless devices can be affected when the antennas are placed near metal surfaces and solid high density materials E Range is also impacted due to obstacles in the signal path of the radio that may either absorb or reflect the radio signal Supported frequency sub bands Subject to the radio regulations that apply in your country region your Wireless LAN card may support a different set of 2 4 GHz channels Consult your Authorized Wireless LAN or TOSHIBA Sales office for infor mation about the radio regulations that apply in your country region User s Manual C 2 Table Wireless IEEE 802 11 Channels Sets Revision b g and n Frequency Range Channel ID 2400 2483 5 MHz 1 2412 2 2417 3 2422 4 2427 5 2432 6 2437 7 2442 8 2447 9 2452 10 2457 1 11 2462 12 2467 2 13 2472 2 When installing Wireless LAN cards the channel configuration is managed as follows E For wireless clients that operate in a Wireless LAN infrastructure the Wireless LAN card will automatically start operati
78. hipset Memory Slot PC2 5300 DDR2 667 or compatible 1GB or 2GB memory module can be installed in the memory slot Maximum system memory size is 2GB Video RAM Video RAM capacity is shared with main memory with the proportion being allocated using Dynamic Video Memory Technology Legal Footnote Memory Main System 2 For more information regarding Memory Main System please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the 2 above User s Manual 1 3 Introduction Disks Hard disk drive This computer supports SATA 3 0Gbps and is equipped with one of the following hard disk drive HDD types The capacity of each hard disk drive model is different E HDD E 160GB E 250GB Please note that part of the hard disk drives overall capacity is reserved as administration space Additional Hard Disk drive sizes may be introduced 1 E Additional hard disk drive sizes may be introduced Legal Footnote Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity 4 For more information regarding Hard Disk Drive HDD Capacity please refer to the Legal Footnotes section in Chapter 10 or click the 4 above Keyboard Built in Pointing Device Built in Touch Pad Power Battery pack The internal keyboard provides the embedded numeric overlay keys dedicated cursor control overlay keys ag and Keys The keyboard is compatible with the IBM enhanced keyboard Refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for details The integ
79. how long the charge lasts in a battery depends on E Processor speed Screen brightness System Sleep Mode System Hibernation Mode Display power off period E Hard disk drive power off period How often and for how long you use the hard disk drive optical disc and floppy diskette drives How much charge the battery contained to begin with How you use optional devices such as a USB device to which the battery supplies power Whether you enable Sleep Mode which can conserve battery power if you are frequently turning the computer off and on Where you store your programs and data Whether you close the display panel when you are not using the keyboard closing the display saves power User s Manual 6 7 Power and Power up Modes E The environmental temperature operating time decreases at low temperatures HM The condition of the battery terminals you should always ensure the terminals stay clean by wiping them with a clean dry cloth before installing the battery pack Retaining data with power off When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries the batteries retain data for the following approximate time periods Retention Time Battery type State and Retention Time Battery pack 1 day for 6 cell 0 5 day for 3 cell Sleep mode 30 days for 3 cell 60 days for 6 cell shut down mode RTC battery 30 days Extending battery life To maximize the life of your battery packs E
80. ial Bus port which complies USB 2 0 port with the USB 2 0 standard is provided on the left hand side of the computer The port with the icon 4 has USB Sleep and Charge function Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the USB connectors Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Please note that it is not possible to confirm the operation of all functions of all USB devices that are available In view of this it may be noted that some functions associated with a specific device might not operate properly Bridge media slot This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card and MultiMediaCard Refer to Chapter 8 Optional Devices Keep foreign metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips out of the Bridge media slot Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual 2 4 The Grand Tour Right side The following figure shows the computer s right side 1 Headphone jack 2 Microphone jack 3 Universal Serial Bus 2 0 port 4 DC IN 19V jack 5 Security lock slot Figure 2 4 The right side of the computer lan Headphone jack Microphone jack Universal Serial Bus gt USB 2 0 port gt DC IN 19V jack oCo DC IN 19V MOC Security lock slot A standard 3 5 mm mini headphone j
81. ight bits is one byte See also byte Bluetooth A short range radio technology designed to simplify wireless communication among computers communication devices and the Internet board A circuit board An internal card containing electronic components called chips which perform a specific function or increase the capabilities of the system 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 boot disk See system disk bootable disk See system disk 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 User s Manual Glossary 3 Glossary 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 C cache memory A section of very fast memory in which frequently used information is duplicated for quick access Accessing data from cache is faster than accessing it from the computer s main memory See also L1 cache L2 cache capacity The amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy diskette or hard disk drive
82. ing memory media E Secure Digital SD Card SD memory card SDHC memory card miniSD Card microSD Card E MultiMediaCard MMC E 7o use a micro or mini SD card an SD adaptor is required E Please note that not all memory media have been tested and verified to work correctly Therefore it is not possible to guarantee that all memory media will operate properly S Secure Digital MultiMediaCard microSD card SD Card MMC and adaptor Figure 8 1 Examples of memory media Memory media This section provides the important safety precautions in order to handle your memory media Points to note about the SD SDHC memory card SD SDHC memory cards comply with SDMI Secure Digital Music Initiative which is a technology adopted to prevent unlawful copy or playback of digital music For this reason you cannot copy or playback protected material on another computer or other device and you may not reproduce any copyrighted material except for your personal enjoyment Below is a simple explanation for distinguishing SD memory cards from SDHC memory cards E SD and SDHC memory cards appear the same externally E The logo on SD and SDHC memory cards is different so pay careful attention to the logo when purchasing User s Manual 8 2 Optional Devices 7 J E The SD memory card logo is S E The SDHC memory card logo is gt E The maximum capacity of SD memory cards is 2GB The maximum capacity of
83. ink Write down what you see Record your observations so you can describe them to your dealer User s Manual 9 2 Troubleshooting Software The problems may be caused by your software or diskette If you cannot load a software package the media usually a diskette may be damaged or the program might be corrupted Try loading 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 Hardware 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 This section discusses problems caused by your computer s hardware or attached peripherals Basic problems may occur in the following areas E System start up HM Touch pad device E Self test E SD MultiMedia Card E Power E External Monitor mM Password HM Sound system E Keyboard E USB E LCD panel E Sleep Hibernation E Hard disk drive E LAN E Pointing device E Wireless LAN System start up When the computer does not start properly check the following items E Self Test E Power Sources E Po
84. input device containing switches that are activated by manually pressing marked keys Each keystroke activates a switch that transmits a specific code to the computer For each key the transmitted code is in turn representative of the ASCII character marked on the key kilobyte KB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 bytes See also byte and megabyte L L1 cache Level one cache Memory cache built into the processor to help improve processing speed See also cache memory L2 cache L2 cache Memory cache installed on the motherboard to help improve processing speed It is slower than L1 cache and faster than main memory See also cache memory L1 cache LAN A group of computers or other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that enables any device to interact with any other on the network 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 viewingside 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 main board See motherboard megabyte MB A unit of data storage equal to 1024 kilobytes See also kilobyte megahertz A unit of wave frequency that equals 1 million cycl
85. it writes files or programs onto the disk function keys The keys labeled F1 through F9 that tell the computer to perform certain functions User s Manual Glossary 7 Glossary G 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 H hard disk A storage device composed of a rigid platter or platters that can be magnetically coded with data Hard disks hold much more information than diskettes and are used for long term storage of programs and data The primary or only hard disk in a computer is usually fixed but some computers have secondary hard disks that are removable By default the hard disk is referred to as drive C hard disk drive HDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes a hard disk See also hard disk hardware The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system typically the computer itself external disk drives etc See also software and firmware hertz A unit of wave frequency that equals one cycle per second host computer The computer that controls regulates and transmits information to a device or another computer 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 icon A small graphic image displayed on the s
86. ize 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 Provide adequate ventilation Always make sure your computer and AC adaptor have adequate ventilation and are protected from overheating when the power is turned on or when an AC adaptor is connected to a power outlet even if your computer is in Sleep Mode In this condition observe the following Never cover your computer or AC adaptor with any object Never place your computer or AC adaptor near a heat source such as an electric blanket or heater Never cover or block the air vents including those located at the base of the computer Always operate your computer on a hard flat surface Using your computer on a carpet or other soft material can block the vents Always provide sufficient space around the computer Overheating your computer or AC adaptor could cause system failure computer or AC adaptor damage or a fire possibly resulting in serious injury User s Manual XV General Precautions Creating a computer friendly environment Place the computer on a flat surface that is large enough for the computer and any other items you are using such as a printer Leave enough space around the computer and other equi
87. l 4 14 Operating Basics Taskbar icon State Icon Description Normal g TOSHIBA HDD Protection is enabled Protection TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active The hard disk E drive head is in a safe position OFF Ss TOSHIBA HDD Protection is disabled rend TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties You can change the TOSHIBA HDD Protection settings by using the TOSHIBA HDD Protection window To open the window click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt HDD Protection Settings The window can also be started from the icon on the Taskbar or from the Control Panel HDD Protection You can choose whether to enable or disable TOSHIBA HDD Protection Detection Level This function can be set to four levels The sensitivity levels in which vibrations impacts and their similar signs are detected can be set to OFF 1 2 and 3 in ascending order Level 3 is recommended for better protection of the computer However when the computer is used in a mobile environment or in other unstable conditions setting the detection level to 3 could result in frequent execution of TOSHIBA HDD Protection which will slow Hard Disk Drive reading and writing Set a lower detection level when the speed of Hard Disk Drive reading and writing is a priority Different detection levels can be set depending on whether the computer is used as handheld or mobile usages or whether it is used in a stable environment such as on a table in the workplace or at ho
88. lays BIOS Version and date When finish BIOS update please restart your computer and press F2 into BIOS setup manual and load BIOS default one time Password User Password This option allows you to set or reset the user password for power on Not Registered Changes or remove the password Default Registered Sets the password A dialogue box will appear to allow you to set the password To enter a user password 1 Select Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password Enter a password of up to 8 characters The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks For example if you enter a password consisting of four characters the display is shown as Enter Password 2 Click the OK button The following message appears allowing you to verify the password Verify Password 3 If character strings match the password is registered click OK button If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat from step 1 Entry Error To delete a user password 1 Select Not Registered to display the following prompt Enter Password 2 Enter the currently registered password The character string you enter is displayed as a string of asterisks Enter Password 3 Click the OK button If the character string you enter matches the registered password the password option is reset and the display changes to Not registered User s Manual 7 2 HW Setup a
89. learn more about TOSHIBA Disc Creator Please refer to the Help files for additional TOSHIBA Disc Creator information HM Opening the TOSHIBA Disc Creator Manual Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA CD amp DVD Applications gt Disc Creator Help User s Manual 4 5 Operating Basics Using the web camera Built in web camera is provided with some models This section describes the bundled webcam utility which can capture still and video images The web camera will auto run when Windows starts Ensure that you remove the protective plastic film that covers the Web Camera before using it 1 Microphone 2 Web Camera LED 3 Web Camera Figure 4 2 Web Camera User s Manual Operating Basics Using TOSHIBA Web Camera Application TOSHIBA Web Camera Application is pre configured to start when you turn on Windows 7 if you need to restart it go to Start All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities Web Camera Application 1 Capture Still Images 2 Open Close Preview Area 3 Delete Recorded File 4 Video Recording 5 Camera Resolution 6 Capture Settings Capture Still Image Open Close Preview Area Delete Recorded File Video Recording Camera Resolution Capture Settings Figure 4 3 Using the Software Click to capture a still image and see a preview of the captured image in preview area Click to open Preview Area One more to close Preview Area Choose
90. llowing table shows the approximate time required to fully charge a discharged battery Charging time hours Battery type Power on Power off Battery Pack about 12 or longer about 4 or longer 3 cell Battery Pack about 12 or longer about 6 or longer 6 cell RTC battery about 24 about 24 with AC or Battery pack Please be aware that the charging time when the computer is on is affected by ambient temperature the temperature of the computer and how you are using the computer if you make heavy use of external devices for example the battery might scarcely charge at all during operation Please refer to the section Maximizing battery operating time for further information Battery charging notice The battery may not begin charging immediately under the following conditions E The battery is extremely hot or cold if the battery is extremely hot it might not charge at all To ensure the battery charges to its full capacity you should charge it at room temperature of between 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F E The battery is nearly completely discharged In this instance you should leave the AC adaptor connected for a few minutes and the battery should begin charging The Battery indicator may show a rapid decrease in battery operating time when you try to charge a battery under the following conditions E The battery has not been used for a long time E The battery has completely discharged and been left in the computer for
91. me By setting different detection levels for the computer depending on whether it runs with the AC power desktop or with batteries handheld or mobile usage the detection level automatically switches according to the power connection mode User s Manual 4 15 Operating Basics 3D Viewer This feature displays a 3D object on the screen which moves in according to tilting or vibration of the computer When the TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects computer vibration the Hard Disk Drive head is parked and the 3D object disk rotation will stop When the head is un parked the disk will begin to rotate again The 3D Viewer can be started from the icon in the task tray a This 3D object virtually represents the Computer s internal Hard Disk J Drive This representation may vary from the actual number of disks disk rotation head movement part size shape and direction This feature may use a large amount of CPU and memory on some models The computer may become slow or sluggish when attempting to run other applications while the 3D Viewer is displayed E ntensely shaking the computer or other subjecting it to strong impacts may cause damage to the computer Details To open the Details window click the Setup Detail button in the TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties window Detection Level Amplification When the AC adaptor is disconnected or the lid is closed HDD Detection assumes that the computer will be carried and set
92. me playback of sound files N network A collection of computers and associated devices that are connected by communications facilities A network allows you to share data and peripheral devices such as printers with other users and to exchange electronic mail non system disk A disk for storing programs and data that cannot be used to start the computer Compare system disk nonvolatile memory Memory usually read only ROM that is capable of permanently storing information Turning the computer s power off does not alter data stored in nonvolatile memory 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 O OCR Optical Character Recognition reader A technique or device that uses laser or visible light to identify characters and input them into a storage device online state A functional state of a peripheral device when it is ready to receive or transmit data User s Manual Glossary 10 Glossary 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 device output The results of a computer operation Output commonly indicates data 1 printed on paper 2 displayed at a terminal 3 sent th
93. message is displayed A message will be displayed if any changes which may interfere with the operation of the program are detected If amessage is displayed follow the instructions displayed on screen User s Manual E 2 TOSHIBA Glossary The terms in this glossary cover topics related to this manual Alternate naming is included for reference Abbreviations AACS advanced access content system AC Alternating current ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange BIOS basic input output system bps bits per second CD compact disc CD ROM Compact Disc Read Only Memory CD RW Compact Disc ReWritable CMOS complementary metal oxide semiconductor CPU central processing unit CRT cathode ray tube DC direct current DDC display data channel DDR double data rate DIMM dual inline memory module DVD digital versatile disc DVD R Digital Versatile Disc Recordable DVD RAM Digital Versatile Disc Random Access Memory DVD R Dual Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Dual Layer DVD ROM Digital Versatile Disc Read Only Memory DVD RW Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable DVD R Double Layer Digital Versatile Disc Recordable Double Layer FDD floppy diskette drive FHD Full High Definition FIR fast infrared GB gigabyte HDD hard disk drive HD High Definition Plus User s Manual Glossary 1 Glossary IDE integrated drive
94. mmunication is turned off E Do not use the Wireless LAN Wi Fi or Bluetooth functionalities near a microwave oven or in areas subject to radio interference or magnetic fields Interference from a microwave oven or other source can disrupt Wireless LAN or Bluetooth operation E Turn Wireless LAN and Bluetooth functionalities off when near a person who may have a cardiac pacemaker implant or other medical electric device Radio waves may affect pacemaker or medical device operation possibly resulting in serious injury Follow the instruction of your medical device when using any Wireless LAN or Bluetooth functionality E Always turn off Wireless LAN or Bluetooth functionality if the computer is near automatic control equipment or appliances such as automatic doors or fire detectors Radio waves can cause malfunction of such equipment possibly resulting in serious injury E t may not be possible to make a network connection to a specified network name using the ad hoc network function If this occurs the new network will have to be configured for all computers connected to the same network in order to re enable network connections Please be sure to use new network name Wireless communication indicator The wireless communication indicator shows the status of the computer s wireless communication functions Indicator status Indication Indicator off The wireless communication is set to off no wireless functionality is avail
95. mputer can supply USB bus power DC5V to the USB port even when the power of the computer is turned OFF Power OFF includes Sleep mode hibernation mode or shutdown state This function can only be used for ports that support the USB Sleep and Charge function hereinafter called compatible ports Compatible ports are USB ports that have the 4 symbol icon You can use the USB Sleep and Charge function to charge certain USB compatible external devices such as mobile phones or portable digital music players However the USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device User s Manual 4 2 Operating Basics J A E The USB Sleep and Charge function only works for compatible ports This function is disabled in the default setting E When USB Sleep and Charge function is set to Enabled USB bus power DC5V will be supplied to compatible ports even when the power of the computer is turned OFF USB bus power DC5V is similarly supplied to the external devices which are connected to the compatible ports However some external devices cannot be charged solely by supplying USB bus power DC5V As for the specifications of the external devices please contact the device manufacturer or check the specifications of the external devices thoroughly before use E Using the USB
96. n Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required 9 Turn your computer over ONO Ww Battery Packs You can increase the portability of the computer with additional battery packs so that if you re away from an AC power source and your battery runs low you can replace it with a freshly charged battery Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for further information Universal AC Adaptor If you frequently use your computer at more than one site it may be convenient to purchase an additional AC adaptor to be kept at each site in order to remove the need to always carry the adaptor with you USB floppy diskette drive The 3 1 2 external FDD module can be connected to the USB port USB optical disc drive The USB Optical Disc Drive can be connected to the USB port User s Manual 8 7 Optional Devices External monitor An external analog monitor can be connected to the computer s external monitor port In order to connect a monitor follow the steps as detailed below 1 Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port 1 External Monitor port 2 Monitor cable Figure 8 4 Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port 2 Turn the external monitor s power on When you turn on the power the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on
97. n is enabled and you manually shut down Windows do not close the computer s display panel until the shut down process has been completed System auto off This feature turns the system off automatically if it is not used for a set duration The system shuts down in Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode User s Manual 6 13 TOSHIBA Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords This chapter explains how to use TOSHIBA HW Setup program to configure your computer and how to set passwords HW Setup TOSHIBA HW Setup allows you to configure settings for General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard USB LAN z If the supervisor password is set access to the TOSHIBA HW Setup J program can be prevented when the user password is used to log on to the computer Accessing HW Setup Click on Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities and click HWSetup HW Setup Window The HW Setup window contains the following tabs General Password Display Boot Priority Keyboard LAN USB 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 General User s Manual 7 1 HW Setup and Passwords J This window displays the BIOS version and contains two buttons Default Return all HW Setup values to the factory settings About Display the HW Setup version Setup This field disp
98. n 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 User s Manual 6 12 Power and Power up Modes i If you enter the password incorrectly three consecutive times the computer shuts down You must turn on the computer again and re enter the password Power up modes i The computer has three power up modes E Boot Computer shuts down without saving data Always save your work before you turn the computer off in boot mode E Hibernation Data in memory is saved to the hard disk E Sleep Data is maintained in the computer s main memory Refer also to the section Turning off the power in Chapter 3 Getting Started Windows utilities You can configure various settings associated with both Sleep Mode and Hibernation Mode within the Power Options To access it Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt Power Options Hot keys You can use the FN F3 hot key to enter Sleep Mode or FN F4 to enter Hibernation Mode please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details Panel power on off 1 You can set up your computer so that power is turned off automatically when you close the display panel and turned on again when you open it Please note that this function is only available for Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode not for Boot Mode If the panel power off functio
99. nd Passwords l If they do not match the following message appears You must repeat step 1 Incorrect Password If you enter the password incorrectly three times in a row the computer will shut down You will not be able to access the password option in the HW Setup In this case you must turn the power off and back on to retry the procedure 4 Follow the same procedures described in the earlier section to set a new user password Display This tab allows you to customize your computer s display settings for either the internal LCD screen or for an external monitor Power On Display Allows you to set the display to be used when the computer is booted Auto Selected If any external display is connected the power on display will be in external display only mode Otherwise it will be in LCD only mode System LCD only Irrespective of external display connection the power on display will be in integrated LCD only mode Boot Priority Boot Priority Options This option sets the priority for booting the computer Select the boot priority from the drop down list Keyboard Wake up on Keyboard When this feature is enabled and the computer is in Sleep 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 Sleep mode Enabled Enables the Wake up on Keyboard feature Disabled Disables the Wake up on Keyboard function Default USB
100. nd other factors E The lowercase el and the number 1 one together with the uppercase O oh and the 0 zero are not interchangeable on computers as they are on a typewriter E The CAPS LOCK function key locks only the alphabetic characters into upper case while the Shift Lock function on a typewriter places all keys in the shifted position E The SHIFT keys the Tab key and the BACK SPACE key perform the same function as their typewriter counterparts but also have special computer functions Never remove the key caps on your keyboard Doing so could cause damage to the parts under the key caps User s Manual 5 1 The Keyboard Function keys F1 F12 The function keys not to be confused with the special FN key are the twelve keys at the top of your keyboard these keys function differently from other keys ESC Paved Fa ES F8 op g We e aj C e e E s Le B O wx Ad F Ig ig l Q A E E m F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute programmed functions when pressed and when used in combination with the FN key those keys marked with icons also execute specific functions on the computer Please refer to the section Soft keys FN key combinations in this chapter for further information taking care to note that the function executed by individual keys will depend on the software you are using Soft keys FN key combinations I
101. ndom access memory RAM that stores information as long as power is supplied to the computer W warm start Restarting or resetting a computer without turning it off Wi Fi A registered trademark term of the Wi Fi Alliance that stands for Wireless Fidelity and is another term for the communication protocol to permit an Ethernet connection using wireless communication components User s Manual Glossary 13 Glossary window A portion of the screen that can display its own application document or dialog box Often used to mean a Microsoft Windows window Wireless LAN Local Area Network LAN through wireless communication write protection A method for protecting a floppy diskette from accidental erasure User s Manual Glossary 14 TOSHIBA Index A AC adaptor 1 5 additional 1 13 connecting 3 3 DC IN 19V jack 2 5 ASCII characters 5 8 B Battery charging 6 5 extending battery life 6 8 indicator 2 2 6 2 Monitoring capacity 6 7 real time clock 1 5 6 4 save mode 1 9 types 6 3 Battery Charger 8 7 Battery pack 1 4 2 7 additional 8 7 replacing 6 9 Bluetooth 1 6 4 9 problems 9 13 Bridge media slot 1 5 2 4 8 2 indicator 2 2 using 8 2 C Cache memory 1 3 Cleaning the computer 4 13 Cooling vents 2 3 2 6 D DC IN indicator 2 2 6 3 User s Manual Display 2 8 brightness down 5 4 brightness up 5 4 controller B 1 opening 3 5 Documentation
102. nication function supports both Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices Wireless LAN J The Wireless LAN is compatible with other LAN systems based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing radio technology that complies with the IEEE802 11 Wireless LAN standard M Frequency Channel Selection of 2 4GHz for 802 11b g and n Roaming over multiple channels Card power management Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP data encryption based on an 128 bit encryption algorithm Wi Fi Protected Access WPA support Advanced Encryption Standard AES data encryption The transmission speed over the wireless LAN and the distance over which the wireless LAN can reach may vary depending on surrounding electromagnetic environment obstacles access point design and configuration client design and software hardware configurations The transmission rate described is the theoretical maximum speed as specified under the appropriate standard the actual transmission speed will be lower than the theoretical maximum speed E 7o enable or disable wireless communication use the Hot Key FN F8 For more information see the Hot keys section in Chapter 5 User s Manual 4 8 Operating Basics Security E TOSHIBA strongly recommend that you enable encryption functionality otherwise your computer will be open to illegal access by an outsider using a wireless connection If this occurs the outsider may illegally
103. o the computer User s Manual 8 4 Optional Devices 3 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required 4 Loosen the screw securing the memory module cover F4 oee on SC o F4 240e pa be 20 TD A Q al CIC JIL 6 E CID p a m 1 memory module cover Figure 8 2 Removing the memory module cover 5 Align the notch of the memory module with that of the memory module slot and gently insert the module into the slot at about a 30 degree angle before gently pressing until the latches on either side snap into place T E Align the grooves along the edges of the memory module with the T locking tabs on the connector and insert the memory module into the connector firmly if you find it difficult to install the memory module gently prise the locking tabs outwards using the tip of your finger Please also ensure that you hold the memory module along its left and right hand edges the edges with the grooves in User s Manual 8 5 Optional Devices AN E Never allow metal objects such as screws staples and paper clips to enter the computer or keyboard Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause computer damage and fire po
104. oblem Procedure Memory card error Reseat the memory card to make sure it is firmly occurs connected Check the card s documentation You cannot write tothe Make sure the card is not write protected memory card You cannot read a file Make sure the target file is on the memory card inserted in the slot If problems persist contact your dealer External Monitor Refer also to Chapter 8 Optional Devices and to your monitor s documentation Problem Procedure Monitor does not turn Make sure that the external monitor s power on switch is on Confirm that the external monitor s power cable is plugged into a working power outlet No display Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on the external monitor Display error occurs Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is attached firmly If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 9 Troubleshooting Sound system Problem Procedure No sound is heard Check the software volume settings Make sure the headphone connection is secure Check Sound Preferences Make sure 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 may have connected to the computer If problems persist contact your dealer USB Refer also to your USB device s documentation Problem Procedure USB
105. on at the channel identified by the Wireless LAN Access Point When roaming between different access points the station can dynamically switch to another channel if required E Ina Wireless LAN Access Point the Wireless LAN card will use the factory set default channel printed in bold unless the LAN Administrator selected a different channel when configuring the Wireless LAN Access Point device 1 Factory set default channels 72 Refer to the sheet Approved Countries Regions for use for the countries regions that in which these channels can be used User s Manual C 3 TOSHIBA Appendix D AC Power Cord and Connectors The AC input plug of power cord must be compatible with various interna tional AC power outlets Power cords need to meet the local standards and the specifications listed as below Length Minimum 1 7 meters Wire size Minimum 0 75 mm2 Current rating Minimum 2 5 amperes Voltage rating 125 or 250 VAC depending on country region s power standards User s Manual D 1 Certification agencies Europe Austria OVE Belgium CEBEC Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France LCIE Germany VDE Outside of Europe Italy The Netherlands Norway Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom U S and Canada UL listed and CSA certified No 18 AWG Type SVT or SPT 2 China CCC CQC Australia AS India IMQ KEMA NEMKO SEMKO SEV BSI STQC In Europe two conductors pow
106. 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 User s Manual xiii Preface ABC When procedures require an action such as clicking an icon or entering text the icon s name or the text you are to type in is represented in the typeface you see to the left Display Names of windows or icons or text generated by ABC the computer that appear on its display screen are presented in the type face you see to the left Messages Messages are used in this manual to bring important information to your attention Each type of message is identified as shown below Pay attention A caution informs you that improper use of equipment or failure to follow instructions may cause data loss or damage your equipment F Please read A note is a hint or advice that helps you make best use of J your equipment Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which could result in death or serious injury if you do not follow instructions Terminology This term is defined in this document as follows Start The word Start refers to the button in Windows 7 User s Manual xiv TOSHIBA General Precautions TOSHIBA computers are designed to optim
107. optimum system performance for both AC power and battery modes To conserve energy your computer is set to enter the low power Sleep mode which shuts down the system and display within 15 minutes of inactivity in AC power mode TOSHIBA recommends that you leave this and other energy saving features active so that your computer will operate at its maximum energy efficiency You can wake the computer from Sleep mode by pressing the power button Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA and the EU Commission According to the EPA a computer meeting the new ENERGY STAR specifications will use between 20 and 50 less energy depending on how it is used Visit http Avww eu energystar org or http Awww energystar gov for more information regarding the ENERGY STAR Program User s Manual vi Disposing of the computer and the computer s batteries Discard this computer in accordance with applicable laws and regulations For further information contact your local government This computer contains rechargeable batteries After repeated use the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them Under certain applicable laws and regulation it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash Please be kind to our shared environment Check with your local government authority fo
108. p Repair The System Recovery Options can also be run manually to repair problems The procedure is as follows Follow the instructions shown on the on screen menu 1 Turn off the computer 2 While holding the F8 key turn on the computer 3 The Advanced Boot Options menu will be displayed Use the arrow keys to select Repair Your Computer and press ENTER 4 Follow the on screen instructions The Windows 7 Create a System Image feature can be used on all versions of Windows 7 However to save the backup on a network location the edition has to be either Professional or Ultimate Creating Recovery Media i This section describes how to create Recovery Media E Be sure to connect the AC adaptor when you create Recovery Media E Be sure to close all other software programs except the Recovery Media Creator Donotrun software such as screen savers which can put a heavy load on the CPU E Operate the computer at full power E Do not use power saving features E Do not write to the media when the anti virus software is running Wait for it to finish then disable virus detection programs including any software that checks files automatically in the background E Donot use utilities including those intended to enhance hard disk drive access speed They may cause unstable operation and damage data H Do not shut down log off or Sleep Hibernate while writing or rewriting the disc E Set the computer on a level su
109. pment to provide adequate ventilation Otherwise they may overheat To keep your computer in prime operating condition protect your work area from Dust moisture and direct sunlight Equipment that generates a strong electromagnetic field such as stereo speakers other than speakers that are connected to the computer or speakerphones Rapid changes in temperature or humidity and sources of temperature change such as air conditioner vents or heaters Extreme heat cold or humidity Liquids and corrosive chemicals Stress injury Carefully read the Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort It contains information on the prevention of stress injuries to your hands and wrists that can be caused by extensive keyboard use Heat injury Avoid prolonged physical contact with the computer If the computer is used for long periods its surface can become very warm While the temperature will not feel hot to the touch if you maintain physical contact with the computer for a long time for example if you rest the computer on your lap or if you keep your hands on the palm rest your skin might suffer a low heat injury If the computer has been used for a long time avoid direct contact with the metal plate supporting the various interface ports as this can become hot The surface of the AC adaptor can become hot when in use but this condition does not indicate a malfunction If you need to transport the AC adaptor you should disconne
110. r details regarding where to recycle old batteries or how to dispose of them properly This product contains mercury Disposal of this material may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal reuse or recycling information please contact your local government User s Manual vii TOSHIBA Table Chapter 1 Chapter 2 User s Manual of Contents COpyrightt spss ceed bl ot ae ed Se eed ea a ee eee de Oe ere ee ee ii Disclaimer ie oe Sac oe eee eran oe eer deere de eee eee ee ee ee ii Trademarks ps caneu iaga eet te ke ede debe ee ee ee bee ee ee Go ii FCC information ea oceed eae ee ce ere ee bee ee oe eee eee iii EU Conformity Statement 0 00 e eee eee iv VCCI Class B Information 2 00 0c eee eee iv Canadian regulatory information Canada only v Following information is only for EU member states v ENERGY STAR Program 2 00 e cece eee eee eee vi Preface Manual contents 00 eee eee xii CONVENTIONS oroas Saco Bis sane sae ae ans Sar eee xiii General Precautions Provide adequate ventilation 20002 cece eee eee XV Creating a computer friendly environment xvi Stress UNE naiiai Sina ee a Aaa Sorat decd peed Bete era erm aAa a iaig xvi Heat UY cea aa aei r ii apace held races ed Aiar A EO EEA E acta xvi Pressure or impact damage 2200 eeee eee eee xvii Mobile PHONES aami s
111. r settings battery temperature and recharging CPU memory backlight illumination time and temperatures for various devices property e g product name model number part number serial number BIOS version FW version of the system and components e g Video device Sound device Network device Hard Disk drive Solid State drive Optical Disc drive operating system and software information e g OS version OS install date Direct X version Internet Explorer version installed update program and driver lists The stored data uses a very small portion of the total hard disk capacity approximately 10MB or less per year E This information is used to identify and provide a notification of system conditions which may effect the performance of your Toshiba computer It may also be used to help diagnose problems should the computer require service by Toshiba or Toshiba s authorized service providers Additionally Toshiba may also use this information for quality assurance analysis Subject to the use restrictions above the HDD data logged may be transferred to entities located outside of your country or region of residence e g European Union Those countries may or may not have the same data protection laws or data protection levels as required by your home country or region User s Manual E 1 E Once enabled you may disable the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor at any time by uninstalling the software via Uninstall a program in
112. rated Touch Pad and control buttons in the palm rest allow control of the on screen pointer and support functions such as the scrolling of windows The computer is powered by one rechargeable lithium ion battery pack Legal Footnote Battery life 3 For more information regarding Battery life please refer to the Disclaimer section in Chapter 10 or click the 3 above User s Manual 1 4 Introduction RTC battery AC adaptor Ports External monitor Universal Serial Bus USB 2 0 Slots Bridge media Multimedia Sound system Web Camera The internal RTC battery backs up the Real Time Clock RTC and calendar The AC adaptor provides power to the system and recharges the batteries when they are low It comes with a detachable power cord which will either have a 2 pin or 3 pin plug enclosure As the AC adaptor is universal it can receive a range of AC voltages from 100 to 240 volts however you should note that the output current varies among different models Using the wrong adaptor can damage your computer Refer to the AC adaptor section in Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This port provides 15 pin analog VGA port This port allows you to connect an external monitor to the computer The computer supports multiple Universal Serial Bus ports that comply with the USB 2 0 standard The port with the 4 has a USB Sleep and Charge function This slot lets you insert an SD SDHC memory card and
113. rface and avoid places subjected to vibrations such as airplanes trains or cars E Do not use on unstable tables or other any other unstable surfaces E You can use DVD media when you connect the external ODD User s Manual 3 12 Getting Started IO A recovery image of the software on your computer is stored on the hard disk drive and can be copied to either DVD or USB Flash Memory by using the following steps 1 Select either blank DVD or USB Flash Memory 2 The application will allow you to choose from a variety of different media onto which the recovery image can be copied including DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW DVD R DVD R DL DVD RW and USB Flash Memory Please note that some of the above media may not be compatible with the optical disc drive installed into your computer You should therefore verify the optical disc drive supports the blank media you have chosen before proceeding E USB Flash Memory will be formatted and all the data in the USB Flash Memory will be lost when proceeding 3 Turn on your computer and allow it to load the Windows 7 operating system from the hard disk drive as normal 4 Insert the media E Insert the first blank DVD into the optical disc drive tray or E Insert the blank USB Flash Memory into one available USB port 5 Double click the Recovery Media Creator icon on the Windows 7 desktop or select the application from Start Menu 6 After Recovery Media Creator starts
114. rformance variations produced by the design of individual components Published battery life numbers are achieved on select models and configurations tested by Toshiba at the time of publication Recharge time varies depending on usage Battery may not charge while computer is consuming full power After a period of time the battery will lose its ability to perform at maximum capacity and will need to be replaced This is normal for all batteries To purchase a new battery pack see the accessories information that shipped with your computer HDD drive capacity s One Gigabyte GB means 10 1 000 000 000 bytes using powers of 10 The computer operating system however reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB 2 1 073 741 824 bytes and therefore shows less storage capacity Available storage capacity will also be less if the product includes one or more pre installed operating systems such as Microsoft Operating System and or pre installed software applications or media content Actual formatted capacity may vary User s Manual 10 2 Legal Footnotes LCD Over a period of time and depending on the usage of the computer the brightness of the LCD screen will deteriorate This is an intrinsic characteristic of LCD technology Graphics Processor Unit GPU Graphics processor unit GPU performance may vary depending on product model design configuration applications power management setting
115. rging will make the battery hot and can shorten its operating life E If you are not going to use the computer for more than eight hours disconnect the AC adaptor E Store spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight Replacing the battery pack Please be aware that the battery pack is classified as a consumable item The operating life of the battery pack will gradually reduce through repeated charging and discharging and will need to be replaced when it reaches the end of its operating life In addition to this you might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source for an extended period of time This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack and begins with the removal process which is detailed through the following steps WN E Do not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data is stored in RAM so if the computer loses power it will be lost E n Hibernation Mode data will be lost if you remove the battery pack or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed Wait for the Hard Disk Drive indicator to go out E Donot touch the battery release latch while holding the computer or the battery pack might fall out due to the unintentional release of the battery release latch and cause injuries To remove a discharged battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Save your work 2 T
116. rlay off 1 Hold FN and press any other key this key will operate as if the overlay were off 2 Type upper case characters by holding FN SHIFT and pressing a character key 3 Release FN to continue using the selected overlay function Temporarily using overlay overlay off While using the normal keyboard function you can temporarily use the keypad overlay without having to turn it on 1 Press and hold down FN 2 Check the keyboard indicators as pressing the FN key will turn on the most recently used overlay function if the Numeric Mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for numeric entry while if the Arrow Mode indicator lights you can use the overlay for cursor and page control function 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 while if it is in Arrow Mode you can switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a SHIFT key User s Manual 5 7 The Keyboard Generating ASCII characters Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard operation but you are able to generate these characters using their specific ASCII codes With the overlay on 1 Hold down ALT 2 Using the overlay keys type the ASCII code of the character you require 3 Release ALT the ASCII character will appear on the display screen With the overlay off
117. rom the following place To open the setup files Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Applications and Drivers User s Manual 3 14 TOSHIBA Chapter 4 Operating Basics This chapter describes the basic operations of your computer and highlights the precautions that should be taken when using it Using the Touch Pad To use the Touch Pad simply touch and move your fingertip across it in the direction you want the on screen pointer to go E e 1 Touch Pad 2 Touch Pad control buttons Figure 4 1 Touch Pad and Touch Pad control buttons User s Manual 4 1 Operating Basics 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 and press the right button to display a menu or other function depending on the software you are using a You can also tap the Touch Pad to perform functions similar to those of the J left button on a standard mouse Click Tap once Double click Tap twice Drag and drop Tap to select the item s you want to move leave your finger on the Touch Pad after the second tap and then move the item s to their new destination Scroll Vertical Move your finger up or down the right edge of the TouchPad Horizontal Move your finger left or right along the bottom edge of the TouchPad USB Sleep and Charge function Your co
118. rough the serial port of internal modem or 4 stored on some magnetic media P PAL PAL Phase Alternating Line is the dominant video and broadcasting standard in Europe parity 1 The symmetrical relationship between two parameter values integers both of 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 password A unique string of characters used to identify a specific user The computer provides various levels of password protection such as user and supervisor PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect An industry standard 32 bit bus peripheral Any device such as a printer or joystick that is attached to the computer and controlled by the computer s CPU P ritel P ritel is a 21 pin connecting cable port system that allows images and high quality stereo sound including Dolby Pro Logic sound formats to be sent from one audio visual device to another It is also known as a SCART connector or Euro connector 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 pointing device Any device such as the Touch Pad or a mouse that
119. rting the task currently in progress escape guard time A time before and after an escape code is sent to the modem which distinguishes between escapes that are part of the transmitted data and escapes that are intended as a command to the modem execute To interpret and execute an instruction F fast infrared An industry standard that enables cableless infrared serial data transfer at speeds of up to 4 Mbps file A collection of related information a file can contain data programs or both fingerprint sensor The fingerprint sensor compares and analyzes the unique characteristics in a fingerprint firmware A set of instructions built into the hardware which controls and directs a microprocessor s activities flash memory Non volatile memory that can be written to as well as read Information in flash memory remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to retain your fingerprint data See also memory Compare RAM and ROM floppy diskette A removable disk that stores magnetically encoded data floppy diskette drive FDD An electromechanical device that reads and writes to floppy diskettes Fn esse A TOSHIBA utility that lets you assign functions to hot keys folder An icon in Windows used to store documents or other 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
120. s and features utilized GPU performance is only optimized when operating in AC power mode and may decrease considerably when operating in battery power mode Wireless LAN 7 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 Non applicable Icons Certain notebook chassis are designed to accommodate all possible configurations for an entire product series Therefore please be aware that 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 Copy Protection Copy protection technology included in certain media may prevent or limit recording or viewing of the media USB Sleep and Charge The USB Sleep and Charge function may not work with certain external devices even if they are compliant with the USB specification In those cases turn the power of the computer ON to charge the device User s Manual 10 3 Appendixes Table of Contents Appendix A Specifications cccccesssseceeeeees Appendix B Display Controller c cesee Appendix C Wireless LAN ccsssssssseesssesee App
121. s expressed in dots per inch dpi For a screen it is expressed as the number of pixels available horizontally and vertically restart Resetting a computer without turning it off also called warm boot soft reset or reboot See also boot RGB Red green and blue A device that uses three input signals each activating an electron gun for a primary additive color red green and blue or port for using such a device See also CRT RJ11 A modular telephone jack RJ45 A modular LAN jack Read Only Memory ROM Non volatile memory that can be read but not written to Non volatile here means that information in ROM remains whether or not the computer is receiving power This type of memory is used to store your computer s BIOS which is essential instructions the computer reads when you start it up See also BIOS memory Compare RAM S S P DIF A standard of digital interface for audio SCSI Small Computer System Interface is an industry standard interface for connection of a variety of peripheral devices SD SDHC memory card Secure Digital cards are flash memory widely used in a variety of digital devices such as digital cameras and Personal Digital Assistants SECAM L SECAM Sequential Color Memory is a broadcasting standard used in France SIO Serial Input Output The electronic methodology used in serial data transmission User s Manual Glossary 12 Glossary soft key Key combinations that emulate k
122. s its direction of flow at regular intervals User s Manual Glossary 2 Glossary analog signal A signal whose characteristics such as amplitude and frequency vary in proportion to are an analog of the value to be transmitted Voice communications are analog signals application A group of programs that together are used for a specific task such as accounting financial planning spreadsheets word processing and games 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 asynchronous Lacking regular time relationship As applied to computer communications asynchronous refers to the method of transmitting data that does not require a steady stream of bits to be transmitted at regular time intervals B backup A copy of a file usually on a removable disk kept in case the original file is lost or damaged binary The base two number system composed of zeros and ones off or on used by most digital computers The right most digit of a binary number has a value of 1 the next a value of 2 then 4 8 16 and so on For example the binary number 101 has a value of 5 See also ASCII 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 E
123. s off Dea Press FN F12 ScrLock to lock the cursor on a specific line The power on default is off Press FN ENTER to simulate ENTER on the enhanced keyboard s numeric keypad Hot keys pressing FN a function or ESC key let you enable or disable certain features of the computer J 8 Mute Pressing FN ESC turns the volume on and off Jem Lock Pressing FN F1 enters Lock computer mode To restore your desktop you need to log on again J Power Plan Pressing FN F2 changes the power settings User s Manual 5 3 The Keyboard J fl e Sleep Pressing FN F3 switches the system to Sleep mode Fl S Hibernate Pressing FN F4 switches the system to Hibernation mode Output Pressing FN F5 changes the active display device J Brightness Down Pressing FN F6 decreases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps GC Brightness Up Pressing FN F7 increases the computer s display panel brightness in individual steps p Fa Wireless Pressing FN F8 switches the active wireless devices E fno wireless communication device is installed no dialog box will appear E This hot key is available only when the wireless communication is set to enabled in BIOS Setup or HW Setup User s Manual 5 4 The Keyboard FN F C pv Touch Pad Pressing FN F9 enables or disables the Touch Pad function FN
124. s specified by TOSHIBA to avoid any risk of fire or other damage to the computer Use of an incompatible AC adaptor could cause fire or damage to the computer possibly resulting in serious injury TOSHIBA assumes no liability for any damage caused by use of an incompatible adaptor Never plug the AC adaptor into a power source that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified on the regulatory label of the unit Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury Always use or purchase power cables that comply with the legal voltage and frequency specifications and requirements in the country of use Failure to do so could result in a fire or electric shock possibly resulting in serious injury The supplied power cord conforms to safety rules and regulations in the region the product is bought and should not be used outside this region For use in other regions please buy power cords that conform to safety rules and regulations in the particular region Do not use a 3 pin to 2 pin conversion plug When you connect the AC adaptor to the computer always follow the steps in the exact order as described in the User s Manual Connecting the power cable to a live electrical outlet should be the last step otherwise the adaptor DC output plug could hold an electrical charge and cause an electrical shock or minor bodily injury when touched As a general safety precaution avoid tou
125. s that batteries and or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd defined in the Battery Directive 2006 66 EC then the chemical symbols for lead Pb mercury Hg and or cadmium Cd will appear below the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol By participating in separate collection of batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product This symbol may not be displayed depending on the country and region where you purchased ENERGY STAR Program gt Your Computer model may be ENERGY STAR compliant If the model you purchased is compliant it is labeled with the ENERGY STAR logo on the computer and the following information applies TOSHIBA is a partner in the ENERGY STAR Program and has designed this computer to meet the latest ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Your computer ships with the power management options preset to a configuration that will provide the most stable operating environment and
126. s the detection level to the maximum for 10 seconds TOSHIBA HDD Protection Message Specify whether to display a message when TOSHIBA HDD Protection is active e F This function does not work when the computer starts up in Sleep Mode J in hibernation mode in transition to hibernation mode recovering from hibernation mode or power off Be sure to not subject the computer to vibration or impact while the function is disabled User s Manual 4 16 TOSHIBA Chapter 5 The Keyboard The computer s keyboard layouts are compatible with a 104 105 key enhanced keyboard by pressing some keys in combination all of the 104 105 key enhanced keyboard functions can be performed on the computer The number of keys available on your keyboard will depend on which country region your computer is configured for with keyboards being available for numerous languages In use there are six different types of keys specifically typewriter keys function keys soft keys Hot keys Windows special keys and the keypad overlay Typewriter keys The typewriter keys produce the upper case and lower case letters numbers punctuation marks and special symbols that appear on the screen However there are some differences 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 a
127. saved to the hard disk drive although for safety sake it is best to also save your data manually User s Manual 6 3 Power and Power up Modes E 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 E Donot remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode In this mode data is stored in memory so if the computer loses power it will be lost E Battery type depending on the model you purchased Real Time Clock battery The Real Time Clock RTC battery provides power for the internal real time clock and calendar function and also maintains the system configuration while the computer is turned off If the RTC battery becomes completely discharged the system will lose this information and the real time clock and calendar will stop working in this instance the following message will be displayed when you turn on the power ERROR 0271 Check date and time settings D WARNING 0251 System CMOS checksum bad Default E configuration used Press lt F1 gt to resume lt F2 gt to Setup The computer s RTC battery is a lithium battery and should be replaced only by your dealer or by a TOSHIBA service representative The battery can explode if not properly replaced used handled or disposed of Dispose of the battery as r
128. sc Random Access Memory is a highcapacity high performance disc that lets you store large volumes of data The DVD RAM drive uses a laser to read data from the disc DVD R Dual Layer A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW 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 DVD RW RW RW A Digital Versatile Disc ReWritable disc can be rewritten many times DVD R Double Layer A disc having two layers on one side with the DVD R storage capacity about 1 8 times larger than before The DVD RW drive uses a laser to read data from the disc User s Manual Glossary 6 Glossary E echo To send back a reflection of the transmitted data to the sending device You can display the information on the screen or output it to the printer or both When a computer receives back data it transmitted to a CRT or other peripheral device and then transmits the data to printer the printer is said to echo the CRT enable To turn on a computer option See also disable erase See delete escape 1 A code ASCII code 27 signaling the computer that what follows are commands used with peripheral devices such as printers and modems 2 A means of abo
129. select the type of media and the title you wish to copy and then click the Create button Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive J A portion of the total hard disk drive space is configured as a hidden recovery partition This partition stores files which can be used to restore pre installed software in the event of a problem If you subsequently set up your hard disk drive again do not change delete or add partitions in a manner other than specified in the manual otherwise you may find that space for the required software is not available In addition if you use a third party partitioning program to reconfigure the partitions on your hard disk drive you may find that it becomes impossible to setup your computer When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the Mute panel Fn ESC be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before Starting the restore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options User s Manual 3 13 Getting Started When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Turn off your computer 2 While holding down 0 zero key on the keyboard turn on your computer 3 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instruc
130. ser s Manual 9 14 Troubleshooting Where to write If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related write to TOSHIBA at the nearest location listed on the below Outside of Europe Australia TOSHIBA Australia Pty Ltd Information Systems Division Building C 12 24 Talavera Rd North Ryde 2113 NSW Australia Canada TOSHIBA of Canada Ltd 191 McNabb Street Markham Ontario L3R 8H2 China TOSHIBA Personal Computer amp Network Shanghai Co Ltd 10F BEA Finance Tower No 66 Hua Yuan Shi Qiao Road Pudong Shanghai P R China 200120 United States of America TOSHIBA America Information Systems Inc 9740 Irvine Boulevard Irvine California 92618 USA Singapore TOSHIBA Singapore Pte Ltd 438B Alexandra Road 06 01 Alexandra Technopark Singapore 119968 India Toshiba India Pvt Ltd PC Division 6t Floor DR Gopal Das Bhawan Barakhamba Road Delhi 110001 India Europe Germany amp Austria TOSHIBA Europe I E GmbH Geschaftsbereich Deutschland Osterreich Hammfelddamm 8 D 41460 Neuss Germany France TOSHIBA Syst ms France S A 7 Rue Amp re B P 131 92804 Puteaux Cedex Netherlands TOSHIBA Information Systems Benelux B V Rivium Boulevard 41 2909 LK Capelle a d IJssel Spain TOSHIBA Information Systems ESPANA Parque Empresarial San Fernando Edificio Europa 1a Planta Escalera A 28830 Madrid Espa a United Kingdom
131. specifications due to design configuration User s Manual 10 1 Legal Footnotes 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 damage 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 in your product documentation Contact Toshiba technical service and support refer to TOSHIBA support section in chapter 9 Troubleshooting for more information A 32 bit version of the operating system is preinstalled on your computer unless explicitly stated that the operating system is 64 bit See www pcsupport toshiba com for more information Memory Main System 2 Part of the main system memory may be used by the graphics system for graphics performance and therefore reduce the amount of main system memory available for other computing activities The amount of main system memory allocated to support graphics may vary depending on the graphics system applications utilized system memory size and other factors Battery Life s Battery life may vary considerably depending on product model configuration applications power management settings and features utilized as well as the natural pe
132. speed is lowered You can select whether to control the processor temperature by turning on the fan first then if necessary lowering the processor speed Or by lowering the processor speed first then if necessary turning on the fan These functions are controlled within the Power Options When the processor temperature falls to a normal range the fan is turned off and the processor operation returns to standard speed 5 If the processor temperature reaches an unacceptably high level with I either setting the system automatically shuts down to prevent damage Data in memory will be lost Using the Hard Disk Drive HDD Protection The hard disk drive models have a function for reducing the risk of damage on the hard disk drive Using an acceleration sensor built into the computer TOSHIBA HDD Protection detects vibration falls shocks and similar signs of movement of the computer and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head to disk contact J The TOSHIBA HDD Protection function does not guarantee that the hard J disk drive will not be damaged When vibration is detected a message will be displayed on the screen and the icon in the Taskbar notification area will changed to the protection state This message is displayed until the OK button is pressed or 30 seconds pass When vibration subsides the icon returns to the normal state User s Manua
133. ssibly resulting in serious injury E Do not touch the connectors on the memory module or on the computer Debris on the connectors may cause memory access problems 6 Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw i Take care to ensure that the memory module cover is firmly closed 1 memory module cover 2 screw Figure 8 3 Seating the memory module cover 7 Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section in Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes if required 8 Turn your computer over 9 Turn the computer on and make sure the added memory is recognized to confirm this select Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System icon Removing a memory module To remove the memory module follow the steps as detailed below 1 Turn the computer off and remove all cables connected to the computer User s Manual 8 6 Optional Devices 2 Turn the computer upside down and remove the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes Remove one screw securing the memory module cover Lift off the memory module cover Push the latches outward and the memory module will pop up Grasp the memory module by the sides and pull it out Seat the memory module cover in place and secure it with one screw Install the battery pack refer to Replacing the battery pack section i
134. t Canadian Department of Communications DOC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du R glement sur le mat riel brouileur du Canada Following information is only for EU member states Disposal of products The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that products must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste Integrated batteries and accumulators can be disposed of with the product They will be separated at the recycling centres The black bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after August 13 2005 By participating in separate collection of products and batteries you will help to assure the proper disposal of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available in your country please visit our website http eu computers toshiba europe com or contact your local city office or the shop where you purchased the product User s Manual Pb Hg Cd Disposal of batteries and or accumulators The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicate
135. ter 7 HW Setup and Passwords explains how to configure the computer using the HW Setup program It also tells how to set a password Chapter 8 Optional Devices describes the optional hardware available Chapter 9 Troubleshooting provides helpful information on how to perform some diagnostic tests and suggests courses of action if the computer doesn t seem to be working properly Chapter 10 Legal Footnotes provides Legal Footnotes information related to your computer The Appendixes provide technical information about your computer The Glossary defines general computer terminology and includes a list of acronyms used in the text The ndex quickly directs you to the information contained in this manual Conventions This manual uses the following formats to describe identify and highlight terms and operating procedures Abbreviations On first appearance and whenever necessary for clarity abbreviations are enclosed in parentheses following their definition For example Read Only Memory ROM Acronyms are also defined in the Glossary Icons Icons identify ports dials and other parts of your computer The indicator panel also uses icons to identify the components it is providing information on Keys The keyboard keys are used in the text to describe many computer operations A distinctive typeface identifies the key top symbols as they appear on the keyboard For example ENTER identifies the ENTER key Key
136. ter that interprets and executes instructions 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 D data Information that is factual measurable or statistical that a computer can process store or retrieve data bits A data communications parameter controlling the number of bits binary digits used to make up a byte If data bits 7 the computer can generate 128 unique characters If data bits 8 the computer can generate 256 unique characters 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 delete To remove data from a disk or other data storage device Synonymous with erase device driver A program called a driver that permits a computer to communicate with a device dialog box A window that accepts user input to make system settings or record other information disable To turn a computer option off See also enable User s Manual Glossary 5 Glossary Digital Audio An audio compression standard that enables high quality transmission and real time playback of sound files disk drive Th
137. tery pack only in an ambient temperature between 5 and 35 degrees Celsius Otherwise the electrolyte solution might leak battery pack performance might deteriorate and the battery life might be shortened E Never install or remove the battery pack without first turning off the power and disconnecting the AC adaptor Never remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode Data will be lost E 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 Charging the batteries When the power in the battery pack becomes low the Battery indicator will flash amber to indicate that only a few minutes of battery power remain If you continue to use the computer while the Battery indicator flashes the computer will enable Hibernation Mode so that you do not lose any data and automatically turn itself 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 adaptor to the DC IN 19V jack and plug the other end into a working outlet the Battery indicator will glow amber while the battery is being charged User s Manual 6 5 Power and Power up Modes J Use only the computer connected to an AC power source to charge the battery pack Never attempt to charge the battery pack with any other charger Time The fo
138. the Control Panel Doing so will automatically delete all collected information from the HDD E The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software does not extend or modify Toshiba s obligations under its standard limited warranty in any way Toshiba s standard limited warranty terms and limitations apply Starting the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor The TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor can be started using the following methods E Click Start gt All Programs gt TOSHIBA gt Utilities gt PC Health Monitor H Click the icon in the notification area then click the Click here to enable TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor message when it is displayed No matter which method is used the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor explanation screen will be displayed Clicking Next will display the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen Please carefully read the information displayed Selecting ACCEPT and clicking OK will enable the program By enabling the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor software you agree with these terms and conditions and to the use and sharing of the collected information Once the program is enabled the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor screen is displayed and the program will begin monitoring system functions and collecting information This message will no longer be displayed after clicking ACCEPT or DECLINE on the TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor Software Notice amp Acceptance screen If a TOSHIBA PC Health Monitor
139. the following indicator conditions should be noted Green Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and is correctly supplying power to the computer No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Power indicator Check the Power indicator to determine the power status of the computer the following indicator conditions should be noted Green Indicates power is being supplied to the computer and the computer is turned on Blinking Amber Indicates that the computer is in Sleep Mode and that there is sufficient power available AC adaptor or battery to maintain this condition In Sleep Mode this indicator will turn on for two seconds and off for one second No light Under any other conditions the indicator does not light Battery types The computer has two different types of batteries E Battery pack E Real Time Clock RTC battery Battery pack When the AC adaptor is not connected the computer s main power source is a removable lithium ion battery pack also referred to in this manual as the battery You can purchase additional battery packs for extended use of the computer away from an AC power source although you should not change the battery pack while the AC adaptor is connected Before you remove the battery pack save your data and shut down the computer or place the computer into Hibernation Mode Please be aware that when placing the computer into Hibernation Mode the contents of memory will be
140. the power Restarting the computer System Recovery Options Creating Recovery Media Restoring the pre installed software from the Recovery hard disk drive Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media User s Manual 3 1 Getting Started 1 Use a anti virus software and make sure it is updated regularly Never format storage media without checking its content formatting destroys all stored data It is a good idea to periodically back up the internal hard disk drive or other main storage device to external media General storage media is not durable or stable over long periods of time and under certain conditions may result in data loss Before you install a device or application save any data in memory to the hard disk drive or other storage media Failure to do so may result in the loss of data User s Manual 3 2 Getting Started Connecting the AC adaptor Attach the AC adaptor 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 adaptor can be connected to any power source supplying from 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60 hertz For details on using the AC adaptor to charge the battery pack refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes Always use the TOSHIBA AC adaptor that was included with your computer or use AC adaptor
141. tions Restoring the pre installed software from your created Recovery Media If the pre installed files are damaged you are able to either use the Recovery Media you have created or the hard disk drive recovery process to restore the computer to the state it was in when you originally received it To perform this restoration follow the steps below g When the sound mute feature has been activated by pressing the FN J ESC key be sure to disable this to allow sounds to be heard before starting the restore process Please refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard for further details You can not use System Recovery Options if restoring the pre installed software without System Recovery Options WN When you reinstall the Windows operating system the hard disk will be gt reformatted and all data will be lost 1 Load the Recovery Media into the optical disc drive or USB port and turn off the computer s power 2 While holding down F12 key on the keyboard turn on your computer when TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt appears release the F12 key 3 Use the up and down cursor keys to select either optical disc drive or USB Flash Memory from the menu Please refer to the Boot Priority section in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords for further information 4 Amenu will be displayed from which you should follow the on screen instructions F When drivers utilities are installed you can setup the respective J drivers utilities f
142. to the touch If the battery is too hot or too cold it will not charge properly Make it reach room temperature Unplug the AC adaptor 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 adaptor and replace the battery Make sure it is securely seated Check the Battery indicator If it does not glow make 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 Battery doesn t power If you frequently recharge a partially charged the computer as long battery the battery might not charge to its full as expected potential Fully discharge the battery then try to charge it again Check the power consumption settings in Power Management Consider using a power saving mode User s Manual 9 5 Troubleshooting Password Problem Cannot enter password Keyboard Procedure Refer to the HW Setup Window section in Chapter 7 HW Setup and Passwords Keyboard problems can be caused by your setup configuration For more information refer to Chapter 5 The Keyboard and Chapter 7 HW Setup and
143. u cannot use TOSHIBA Disc Creator s Audio CD for Car or Home CD Player function to record music to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media E Donotuse the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator in order to copy DVD Video or DVD ROM material that has copyright protection E DVD RAM discs cannot be backed up using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up CD ROM CD R or CD RW media to DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator E You cannot back up DVD ROM DVD Video DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW to CD R or CD RW media using the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator User s Manual 4 4 Operating Basics TOSHIBA Disc Creator cannot record in packet format You might not be able to use the Disc Backup function of TOSHIBA Disc Creator to back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc that was made with other software on a different optical media recorder If you add data to a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD R or DVD R Double Layer disc that you have already recorded to you might not be able to read the added data under some circumstances For e
144. ure the computer s wireless communication service is turned on If problems persist consult your LAN administrator Procedure Make sure the computer s wireless communication service is turned on Make sure the Bluetooth Manager is running and the power to the Bluetooth device is turned on Make sure no optional Bluetooth adaptors are installed in the computer The built in Bluetooth function and an optional Bluetooth Adpater cannot operate simultaneously If problems persist contact your dealer User s Manual 9 13 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 so it is important that you investigate other sources of assistance first Before contacting TOSHIBA try the following E Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation supplied with your software and or peripheral devices E ifa problem occurs when you are running software applications consult the software documentation for troubleshooting suggestions and consider calling the software company s technical support department for assistance E Consult the dealer where you purchased your computer and or software They are your best resource for current information and support U
145. urn the computer s power off ensure that the Power indicator is off 3 Remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the computer 4 Close the display panel and turn the computer upside down User s Manual 6 9 Power and Power up Modes 5 Slide the battery safety lock towards the release 4g position to make the battery release latch movable 1 Battery safety lock 2 Battery release latch 3 Battery pack Figure 6 1 Releasing the battery pack 1 6 Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to disengage the battery pack and then remove it from the computer 2 Figure 6 2 Releasing the battery pack 2 User s Manual 6 10 Power and Power up Modes To install a battery follow the steps as detailed below 1 Insert the battery pack as far as it will go into the computer 1 2 Ensure that the battery pack is securely in place and the battery safety lock 2 is in its position 1 Battery Pack 2 Battery safety lock Figure 6 3 Securing the battery pack 3 Turn your computer over User s Manual 6 11 Power and Power up Modes TOSHIBA Password Utility i The TOSHIBA Supervisor Password Utility allows you to maintain an additional level of security and provides two levels of password security User and
146. ving grey letters at their front edge The overlay provides the same functions as the numeric keypad on a standard 104 105 key enhanced keyboard 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 Arrow Mode press FN F10 the Arrow mode indicator lights and you are able to access cursor and page control functions by using the keys You are able to press FN F10 again to turn off this overlay function Numeric mode To turn on Numeric Mode press FN F11 the Numeric Mode indicator lights and you are able to access numeric characters by using the keys You are able to press FN F11 again to turn off this overlay function User s Manual 5 6 The Keyboard a ac P 5 0 L ara i SS gt 7 5 A fis SOs E P i fE i ft y y O SHIFT e Ge CIJO pala mw aje 2 taps 4 Lock ENTER lt SHIFT CTRL B CTRL Figure 5 2 The numeric keypad overlay Temporarily using normal keyboard overlay on While using the overlay you can temporarily access the normal keyboard functions without having to turn the ove
147. wer down If the computer s internal temperature becomes too high the computer will automatically shut down AC power If you have trouble turning on the computer with the AC adaptor connected Please refer to Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes for more information Problem Procedure AC adaptor doesn t Check the connections Make sure the cord is power the computer 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 ora clean cloth If the AC adaptor still does not power the computer contact your dealer User s Manual 9 4 Troubleshooting Battery If you suspect a problem with the battery check the DC IN and the battery indicator For information on indicators and battery operation see Chapter 6 Power and Power up Modes Problem Procedure Battery doesn t power The battery may be discharged connect the AC the computer adaptor to recharge the battery Battery doesn t charge _ If the battery is completely discharged it will not when the AC adaptor begin charging immediately Wait a few minutes is attached Battery indicator does not glow amber If the battery still does not charge make sure the outlet is supplying power Test it by plugging in an appliance If it doesn t work try another power source Check whether the battery is hot or cold
148. wer on Password Self test When the computer starts up the self test will be run automatically and the following will be displayed TOSHIBA Leading Innovation gt gt gt This message remains on the screen for a few seconds If the self test is successful the computer tries to load the operating system User s Manual 9 3 Troubleshooting Depending on how the Boot Priority is set in the Hardware Setup the computer tries to load first from drive A then from drive C or first from drive C then from drive A 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 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 If the test fails again contact your dealer Power When the computer is not plugged into an AC adaptor the battery pack is the primary power source However your computer has a number of other power resources including 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 the AC adaptor and the main battery If you cannot resolve a problem after following them the cause could lie with another power resource In such case contact your dealer Overheating po
149. with you USB FDD The USB floppy diskette drive accommodates either a 1 44MB or 720KB floppy diskette through connection to one of the computer s USB ports In use please be aware that while you cannot format 720KB floppy diskettes under Windows 7 you are able to read and write to diskettes that have already been formatted USB Optical Disc The USB Optical Disc Drive can run CD DVDs Drive User s Manual TOSHIBA Chapter 2 The Grand Tour This chapter identifies the various components of your computer Become familiar with each component before you operate the computer Front with the display closed The following figure shows the computer s front with its display panel in the closed position S a Tf e Ff ff fh gt BH Figure 2 1 Front of the computer with display closed 1 System indicators System indicators The LED system indicators for specific computer operations glow when those operations are in progress POTOSD Y amp Figure 2 2 System indicators User s Manual 2 1 The Grand Tour 2 DC IN Power C Battery Co D Bridge media slot Wireless yp communication Wireless WAN communication The DC IN indicator normally glows green when power is being correctly supplied from the AC power adaptor However If the output voltage from the adaptor is abnormal or if the computer s power supply malfunctions
150. xample it cannot be read under 16 bit operating systems such as Windows 98SE and Windows Me while in Windows NT4 you will need Service Pack 6 or later and in Windows 2000 you will need Service Pack 2 In addition to this some DVD ROM and DVD ROM CD R RW drives cannot read this added data regardless of the operating system TOSHIBA Disc Creator does not support recording to DVD RAM discs to achieve this you should use Windows Explorer or another similar utility When you back up a DVD disc be sure that the source drive supports recording to DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW media if this is not the case then the source disc might not be backed up correctly When you back up a DVD R DVD R Dual Layer DVD RW DVD R DVD R Double Layer or DVD RW disc 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 Data Verification To verify that data has been written or rewritten correctly to a data CD DVD you should follow the steps below before you begin the write rewrite process 1 2 3 4 Display the setting dialog box by one of the following two steps E Click the settings button a for writing on the main toolbar in the Data Disc mode E Select Setting for Each Mode Data Disc in the Setting menu Mark the Verify Written Data check box Select File Open or Full Compare mode Click the OK button How to
151. y charge is exhausted No battery installed Power indicators Table 6 1 Power conditions continued Power on Power off no operation e Operates e LED Battery off DC IN off e Operates e LED Battery amber and blinking DC IN off Computer goes into Sleep Mode and shuts down e Cannot operate e LED Battery off DC IN off As shown in the below table the Battery DC IN and Power indicators on the system indicator 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 pack the following indicator conditions should be noted Blinking amber Amber Green No light 1 The battery charge is low the AC adaptor must be connected in order to recharge the battery Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is charging Indicates the AC adaptor is connected and the battery is fully charged Under any other conditions the indicator does not light If the battery pack becomes too hot while it is being charged the charge will stop and the Battery indicator will go out When the battery pack s temperature falls to a normal range charging will resume this process will occur regardless of whether the computer s power is on or off User s Manual 6 2 Power and Power up Modes DC IN indicator Check the DC IN indicator to determine the power status with the AC adaptor connected
152. y labeled keys on the keypad overlay as cursor keys Numeric Lock When the Numeric Lock indicator glows green you can use the dark gray labelled keys on the keypad overlay for numeric input The following figure shows the computer s left side YC YC aT oogogooo E 1 External monitor port 2 LAN jack 3 Thermal vent holes 4 Universal Serial Bus USB2 0 port 5 Bridge media slot Figure 2 3 The left side of the computer External monitor This port allows you to connect an external port monitor to the computer LAN jack This jack lets you connect to a LAN The adaptor has built in support for Ethernet LAN 10 megabits per second 10BASE T and Fast Ethernet LAN 100 megabits per second 100BASE TX Refer to Chapter 4 Operating Basics for details E Do not connect any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN jack It could cause damage or malfunction E Do not connect the LAN cable to a power supply It could cause damage or malfunction Thermal vent holes The thermal vent holes help keep the processor from overheating User s Manual 2 3 The Grand Tour SDP Do not block the thermal vent holes Keep foreign metal objects such as screws Staples and paper clips out of the cooling vents Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit which can cause damage and fire possibly resulting in serious injury Universal Serial Bus The Universal Ser

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